In the year 1200, specifically after the disappearance of Queen Ploom, the revered Queen of the Zency Kingdom, many questions arose in the kingdom. For 11 years, no one knew what had happened, and since that day, the kingdom had grown increasingly fragile, scattered, and impoverished each day.
The twin siblings Moner and Novamelle, with soft pink hair, were 12 years old and lived with their parents on the outskirts of the kingdom, in an extremely poor environment. Their father, Vines, worked as a herb and natural medicine expert, specializing in chemical substances. He owned a collection of powders and the best materials which he sold. Despite this, the poverty was not limited to their family but affected the whole kingdom. Father, Vines: A man in his fifties, his features serious and deep, reflecting the difficult life he's had after losing his son. His hair is tinged with gray, and his eyes convey wisdom and experience. His clothing is simple but reflects his wise and humble personality. He appears to be an experienced doctor in herbs and natural remedies and Mother, Nana: A woman in her fifties, her face reflects deep sorrow, yet her eyes are filled with compassion and tenderness. Her hair is long and slightly curly, and despite the grief from losing her first son, her face radiates warmth and affection. Her clothing is simple, yet reflects the personality of a mother who devoted her life to caring for her family.
This did not discourage Moner; instead, he aimed to become a successful merchant, even raising his ambition to become the king. Moner made a promise to himself and told his family that he wouldn’t leave things as they were. Every week, Moner, Novamelle, and their parents, Vines and Nana, would visit the central garden in the kingdom, which was the only beautiful and lively place left. Moner and Novamelle would play with their friends, John and Sifor, who were close to their age and lively.
John: A boy who is younger than the twin by one year, with short brown hair and sharp eyes, He has a confident personality and expresses himself with intelligence.
Sefor: A quiet and cautious boy and older than the twin by two year's, with black hair and thick eyelashes. His eyes symbolize caution and deep thought. He is less enthusiastic than the other twins and tends to see the risks first before taking any step.
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They always discussed the Life Line and the strange creatures around it.
Moner: “Do you really think it's a dangerous place?” John: “Indeed, I heard there are people who cross the barrier, return after a while, and die, or are deformed forever.” Moner: “The Life Line is strange, and I’ve heard there are legends buried there.” Moner: “I want to go there to hunt. Do you know how valuable the creatures there are? They're really valuable.” Sifor: “Don’t be foolish. That place is dangerous. Be careful.” Novamelle: “I don’t think it will be dangerous if we stay around the Life Line. We just need to be cautious.” Moner: “Exactly. That’s what I thought. What do you think?” John: “I’m sorry, but why do you want to hunt?” Novamelle: “Actually, we want to sell whatever we hunt at good prices.” Moner: “I think we need some training before we go.” John: “I’m really sorry, but I don’t need money. My family has enough.” Sifor: “I’m not foolish enough to risk my life for money. You go alone.” Moner: “You’ve let me down, but fine, we’ll prepare on our own.”
After returning from the central garden in the kingdom, they visited the grave of their older brother, Kyle, who passed away 11 years ago. Their father, Vines, would cry every day when he saw the grave, torn by grief over losing him.
Vines: “Your brother, Kyle, passed away from illness, and despite all my herbs and medicines, I couldn’t save him.” The mother and the twins were sad, even though they were too young to remember him.
A few days later, Moner and Novamelle began training, becoming skilled in hunting with tools like spears and arrows. Every week, they met in the garden.
Moner: “Sifor, why don’t you change your mind and join us? Are you afraid?” Sifor: “I’m not afraid, but it’s too dangerous.” Novamelle: “It’s not really that dangerous. My father and I have been going to explore the Life Line every few months to gather various small creatures and plants.” Sifor: “Don’t you think there are better things to do?” John: “Actually, my father, Shin, is a minister in the state, and I think I could become like him.” Moner: “What?! You never told us before. Why is reality like this? It’s not inherited to become like him, John. Don’t you think those who deserve it should reach it?” John: “I agree with you.” Moner: “Sometimes I think I could become the king and bring justice to the people.” John: “Don’t you see how people have suffered these years? My father told me that if the old days could return, he would buy them with his own body.” Sifor: “Why are your parents in such a bad situation? Aren’t they getting older?” Novamelle: “Our parents have been like this since they lost Kyle. Even though they had twins, they’ll never forget their first son.”
