Chapter 72

Nocturne and I made our way to the astral plane. I did not know what to expect, but what I saw when we arrived was nothing I could have imagined. The portal had brought us to a large set of golden gates, and just past the gates was the largest palace I had ever seen.

“Whoa…” I said as I took in the sight of the all gold palace adorned with diamond statues and accents. I reached up farther than the eye could see.

“Ah, yes. This is the finest palace in existence. It is called the Temple of Ishtar.” Nocturne said as she touched the closed gates. They swung open with ease. “I am certain this will end up being your home on this plane.” She added.

“Why would I live here?” I asked in shock.

“This is the home of the primordial beings. Only they can live here, with those they choose to be in their servitude.” She explained.

“I do not wish to live here.” I mumbled as we linked arms and she guided me to the large palace. We were greeted by the oversized double