| An Interview with Her Majesty Lunamaria es Diesra Arual Daughter of Empress Naria — Aconia, ruler of the heart of the Church of Anushish, Margel: a little about the one who stands behind these majestic names. ... — Now, in the days following the conclusion of the "Dahlia Petals" treaty, many readers are undoubtedly curious about what awaits the countries of the former empire in the future, so allow me to ask: what views does Your Majesty hold regarding the Schism of Velfern a quarter of a century ago? — Those who traded away Margel's grace in exchange for an ephemeral sense of sovereignty are unworthy of a place in Our heart, but the truth of history is evident: on the world map, the prestige of Margel and the es Diesra Arual dynasty has suffered negligible damage, and the grand essence of the Land of the Sun has been in no way affected. — That is hard to argue with! Margel is not without reason considered the best place to live, especially in such turbulent times! The center of scientific and technological progress, the heart of religious life, home to the world's strongest fleet and army, cities with the highest standard of living... One might even say that Your Majesty's subjects have only benefited from the empire's Schism! Regarding the City of the Sun, does Your Majesty have any favorite places there? — Margel is akin to Our body; choosing a favorite limb or organ holds no meaning. — ... Fair enough!.. Allow me to note that Your Majesty's current appearance evokes associations with Shiho — is it a coincidence that Empress Naria, in her world-famous interview, showed readers a photo of her portrait in a similar style? Also, looking at those elegant-looking swords, would it be correct to assume that Your Majesty practices fencing? — There are no coincidences in the universe — that was precisely Our design; as for the sword, it is to Us like an extension of the arm: between my sister, as well as the right and left pillars, We have never lacked sources of martial knowledge. — Speaking of Your Majesty's sister and, incidentally, a sort of predecessor of mine, allow me to borrow her words and ask: what does an average day of Your Majesty roughly look like? — Our day begins at the moment of arbitrary awakening: We do not torment Our heart with thoughts of the sun's position in the sky or the hands on a clock. Sometimes it may be early morning, sometimes past noon, and sometimes close to the start of night. Excepting important state affairs requiring Our prompt attention, We do not plan events in advance and spend time on those matters toward which Our soul feels drawn at any given moment. The shackles of time constraints exist for the prisoners of modernity, which We are not. — I see... But are there not any routine matters with which Your Majesty is burdened every day? For instance, surely Your Majesty's divine beauty requires considerable effort and time? — No. Whether in sleep or wakefulness, by day or by night, Our beauty is constant, requiring neither effort nor time; it is as natural and inevitable as the presence of the moon, the sun, and the stars in the sky. — Wow! Your Majesty makes me and all our female readers feel painful pangs of envy! To help us distract ourselves from the complexes of imperfection before imperial splendor, I shall move on to a blitz — a series of short questions. So... What is Your Majesty's height? — The length of Our body from the top of the head to the soles of the feet is one hundred and seventy-five centimeters. — Your Majesty's favorite dish and drink? — Something different from what We tasted the previous time. We prefer new flavors and experiences. — What does Your Majesty associate with beauty in the natural world? — The full moon and autumn maple leaves. — Oh! The same answer as King Tiozar's! Perhaps it is on this very basis that Your Majesty befriended him?.. So, Your Majesty's favorite color? — Scarlet. — Judging by Your Majesty's attire today, that is quite evident!.. What kind of man must be worthy of Your Majesty's hand? — In status, character, and worldview, he must be Our exact copy. — Oh, I think this information will greatly upset ninety-nine... No, one hundred percent of the planet's male population... If Your Majesty had the opportunity to restore Anushish's connection with space, what would Your Majesty do? — We would destroy that opportunity. — Is there a musical performer whose performances and talent Your Majesty ranks above all others? — At present, that is Kisa Soraë. — O-oh! Such praise makes my patriotic little heart beat faster with pride!.. How does Your Majesty imagine life without the royal burden? — Our fate and the fate of Margel are one. — In that case, is there anything Your Majesty would like to convey to the residents of the former provinces of Velfern? — Obey — and live; defy — and perish. — What... Powerful words! ... For readers from the Kingdom of Asuguh: This publication was presented by Cherry Muzzard and is largely a tribute to the interview with Her Highness Naria es Diesra Arual of the year 975, which anyone may review in the great library of Sizki. |