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Brightest Star
I saw the alabaster towers of the old empire. I stood beside Asheron in those great, lost days.
He taught me what every leader should know: power means nothing without wisdom.
Now, I stand upon the world's battered back, and remember his last words to me:
"You were the brightest star.
The only one who came to my school seeking goodness, rather than power or glory."
"The fate of these peoples lies in your hands, Nalicana. Teach them justice.
They must build the world again."
I will not fail you, my teacher.
My mentor.
My brightest star…