The Tale of The Hidden Kingdom
Once upon a time, in the heart of the emerald forest, shrouded in the secrecy of the trees, lay an unseen kingdom. Whispered as fables by wind and believed to be a myth, this glorious kingdom was known as Argyle. Its majestic marble buildings gleamed with iridescent hues when touched by sunlight, its rivers sang harmonious songs while its verdant gardens were a rush of cologne for the soul. The soul, concealing the pain of a thousand years, was the immortal King Eldridge.
King Eldridge, the royal ruler of Argyle, deeply cherished his kingdom. His eyes sparked with intensity unmatched, and his heart echoed love for every rock and tree. But as centuries rolled away, an excruciating loneliness crept into his eternal life. In his heart, yearned a company, not of a courtier or nobleman, but a dearest companion, a queen.
Meanwhile, Seraphina, a beautiful maiden from a distant land, with emerald eyes mirroring her lively spirit and flaming red hair reflecting the warmth of her heart, carried the same affliction of eternal life. This made her an outcast, as people around her aged and withered, fearing her immortal state.
Seraphina, seeking refuge, fled away, her heart clad in loneliness and alienation. During her long, winding journey, she heard tales about Argyle. Intrigued and hopeful, she decided to visit the kingdom. Approaching the forest, she was welcomed by intangible magical barriers. However, her immortal nature allowed her to pass through, making her the first outsider to enter the mystical kingdom.
Instantly, King Eldridge sensed another immortal being within his kingdom. Upon meeting Seraphina, he recognized the same silent yearning within her eyes that he had carried for centuries. Love found its way into their hearts almost instantly, and for once, Eldridge didn’t feel alone in his immortal journey. The two souls forged an inseparable bond; Seraphina became the queen, and they bravely shared the ache of immortality while basking in their shared love.
However, as years turned into centuries, King Eldridge and Queen Seraphina yearned for something else, something they could not grasp – change – the privilege of mortality, to grow old together and embrace the inevitability of life, death. They encouraged scholars and mages of Argyle to find a solution, a potion that could render them mortal. The kingdom pooled their strength, wisdom and countless days into the colossal task.
After years of relentless pursuit, an aged mage managed to concoct the potion. Overwhelmed by anticipation, Eldridge and Seraphina drank the potion together. The realm held its breath as they waited for the effect. Gradually, signs of mortality appeared; wrinkles lined their visages, their hair turned silvery, and their once lush physique began to wither. Yet, in this transformation, they found an unexpected beauty. They reveled in their advancing age, finding delight in their growing fragility.
Free from their eternal curse, they lived together as mortals, their love growing stronger as they celebrated each passing day. In the end, they passed away together, hand in hand, their faces adorned with peaceful smiles. They left behind a kingdom that worshiped them, not as immortal beings, but as walking emblems of an enduring love. Their mortal life and their shared death symbolized the treasured love they imparted to Argyle.
Their mythical tale of love and sacrifice spanned across centuries, told and retold, touching hearts and souls, leaving everyone mesmerized by the raw beauty and the depth of their immortal love turned mortal. And thus, Argyle wasn't just a hidden kingdom anymore but became a symbol of boundless love, courage, and the desire for change.
The tale of The Hidden Kingdom and its magnificent rulers whispers quietly among wind, travelling through the dense forest of time, narrating a story of love, sacrifice and the enticing charm of mortality. Thus, King Eldridge and Queen Seraphina’s saga became a timeless tale illuminating the beauty of impermanence, love, and sacrifice.