Emerald City
As we approach Emerald City, I can feel its bustling energy in the air. Even from a distance, I can hear people talking and the sounds of musical instruments, and I can tell it’s brimming with vitality. Together with my unicorn, I pass through the gates of Emerald City.
The moment I stepped through the gates, a sight that far exceeded my imagination caught my eye. Animals of all kinds stroll along the cobblestone streets, and shop windows are lined with rare goods I’ve never seen before. Magically powered vehicles flit through the sky, and the entire city pulses with life, as if it were alive.
Carrying the Lyre of Atlantis on my back and holding the Seed of Hope in my hand, I make my way toward the city center. As I walk, people notice me and cast curious glances my way. Some of them even strike up a conversation with me.
“Where are you from? That lyre looks like it would produce a very beautiful sound.”
I reply with a smile. “I am a traveler. This is the Lyre of Atlantis, and it can play the melody of hope.”
Hearing my words, the people become even more intrigued. “The sound of hope? What kind of sound is that, exactly?”
I pick up the Harp of Atlantis and begin to play it gently. A gentle, warm melody then echoes throughout the entire town. That melody has the power to heal people’s hearts and give them hope.
The people who heard the sound looked at me, clearly moved. “What a wonderful sound! It’s as if a ray of hope has shone down upon this town.”
I finished playing the harp and addressed the crowd. “I want to make this world a true paradise. To do that, I need your strength. Let’s stand together against the corruption and build a future filled with hope.”
Hearing my words, the people nod vigorously. “We will fight alongside you. We will surely turn this town—and this world—into a paradise.”
I am moved by their enthusiasm. I am not alone. In this world, there are comrades who will fight alongside me. I resolve to take a new step forward with them.
First, I need to meet the town’s elder. The elder is well-versed in this town’s history and culture and surely possesses the wisdom needed to confront the distortion. I ask the people where the elder is and head in that direction. After all, my journey has only just begun.
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