*ROYAL COURT BREATHLESSLY STILL*
Hana walks towards the Appraisal Pillar alone, her elegant steps captivating the room.
Nao remains with the group of already appraised heroes - Kai, Ryan, Chris, Akira, and Nao himself - watching Hana with curiosity.
Akira's eyes narrow slightly, annoyance flickering across her face as she observes the crowd's mesmerized reaction to Hana.
Her lips press together, but she says nothing, her gaze fixed on Hana with a hint of displeasure.
The crowd's murmurs and applause abruptly cease as Hana approaches the pillar.
Every eye in the room fixes on Hana, mesmerized.
King Malakar's mouth opens slightly, his expression frozen in awe.
The guards and courtiers seem transfixed, unable to blink or look away.
The air is heavy with unspoken reverence, as if the crowd beholds a goddess incarnate.
Hana touches the Appraisal Pillar, and a brilliant light envelops her...
The room remains breathlessly still, awaiting the pillar's revelation.
The Appraisal Pillar's voice echoes through the room:
"Hana... Class: Archpriest (Water) ... **HERO TITLE: DIVINE MERCY**"
The crowd erupts into hysterical tears and cheers, collapsing to their knees as if witnessing a miracle.
King Malakar weeps openly, his voice trembling with emotion:
"The Goddess of Healing has descended upon us! Divine Mercy has come to save Elyria!
Our realm's healers, able to wield powerful restorative magic, were thought to be extinct... until now."
The guards and courtiers chant her title, "Divine Mercy! Divine Mercy!"
Akir
Akira's face twists in annoyance, her eyes narrowing as she whispers to herself:
"Why must they fawn over her like this... Inferno Queen deserves such reverence..."
Her voice is barely audible, but Nao stands close enough to notice her tense expression and whispered words.
Nao's eyes flicker with concern, but he doesn't intervene, instead turning away to approach Hana.
The crowd parts for Nao as he makes his way to Divine Mercy, a warm smile on his face:
"Hana - Divine Mercy - we're so grateful for your presence here!"
Hana smiles back, tears of happiness in her own eyes:
"Nao, this is all so overwhelming... I'm just happy to help our new friends and this kingdom."
King Malakar composes himself, stepping forward:
"Divine Mercy, we must speak of the darkness threatening Elyria... Will you hear our plea?"
*ROYAL COURT IN AWE,*
Divine Mercy nods eagerly, her eyes filled with compassion and understanding.
King Malakar's face lights up with profound gratitude:
"Divine Mercy, your presence is a miracle sent by the gods! Elyria needs your healing light, your compassion, and your power."
His voice trembles with emotion as he continues:
"You are our only hope, our salvation. Without you, our kingdom would succumb to eternal darkness."
The King's words hang in the air as he slowly bows down, his head touching the ground:
"We are forever in your debt, Divine Mercy. Command us, and we shall obey."
The courtiers and guards follow their King's lead, bowing down in unison, chanting:
"Divine Mercy... Divine Mercy..."
Akira's eyes widen in shock, her face pale with surprise and hint of jealousy.
*ROYAL COURT DELIGHTED SURPRISE,
Divine Mercy gently bids them to rise:
"Please, rise. We have much to discuss to save Elyria."
The courtiers and guards obey, still beaming with reverence.
King Malakar smiles:
"Now, let us continue the appraisals. Mark, you are next."
But before Mark can step forward, Yui excitedly jumps ahead:
"O-oh wait, Your Majesty! Me first, please! All of them became Heroes, maybe I'll be one too!"
The court erupts into warm laughter and applause at Yui's adorable enthusiasm.
Yui touches the Appraisal Pillar, sparkling with hope...
A brilliant light envelops her, and the room falls silent once more.
The Appraisal Pillar's voice is about to reveal Yui's class and potential Hero title...