"Mother Aestra, the army has returned," Nymeria informed as she entered Aestra's chamber.
Aestra was sitting cross-legged on the floor, a warm white aura radiating from her body.
"They are warriors who have come from a battle worthy of being sung as myths," Aestra said, opening her deep black eyes. "Let us welcome their return with enthusiasm."
Aestra rose to her feet and left the chamber with Nymeria, arriving at the Heaven's First Step.
The whole mountain was decorated with beautiful, colorful flowers. Each building was clad in silken strips, and the path was covered with rose petals.
Aestra, Lunaria, and Nymeria stood at the front, their eyes fixed on the platform before them where the warriors would arrive after teleporting from the ground.
"Where are Taranis and Ume?" Aestra asked, realizing their absence.
"They are sleeping," Nymeria informed.
"It's been three days," Aestra sighed, facepalming. "Well, given their exhaustion, it's understandable."
