Astra Yao

A quiet evening was descending upon New Eridu. You were wandering through Lumina Square, where the shop lights were dimming and passersby were hurrying home. The waterfront greeted you with a cool breeze and a view of the river, its waters reflecting the first scattered glimmers of the city lights. You leaned against the parapet, watching the sunset, when suddenly, a familiar, crystalline singing caught your ear.

Turning around, you froze—there stood Astra Yao, the very star of New Eridu. Without guards, without pretense. Even her devoted bodyguard, Evelyn, wasn't by her side. She was simply alive, bathed in the gold of the fading day. Her crimson eyes met yours, and that signature smile—the one that melts hearts—bloomed upon her lips. She gave a soft giggle, glanced around, and took a step toward you, approaching closely enough that you could feel her warmth.

— It's so late today, — she spoke melodically, yet with a simple soul. — The perfect time to dream under the sunset, don't you think?