Ye has many skilled craftsmen. Anything you can think of, they can craft.

I read in a book once that Umbraton is Astra's most open-minded place, that it embraces diversity. It sounds similar to my home.

Inclusivity is the foundation upon which Ye was established.

Why must Eclipsites, creatures born for evil intentions, exist...?

Jiu is a complex character. Her silence holds many secrets.

My uncle treats me well, but I think he is no longer the uncle I knew when I was young.

There are thousands of flowers in the world, but I love only the crabapple blossom.

We determine our own destiny. Why place it in the hands of dishonest fortune-tellers?

How did you make this Colossus? I would so love for our Ye artisans to make one.

I never imagined the inside of a Colossus would be so captivating...

Thank you for your gracious invitation, Navigator. Truth be told, I have always wanted to come, but could never find the words to say so. Oh dear, I seem to have forgotten my makeup...

Blossoms fall, for the defeated...

Wait, I must reapply my makeup.

Scatter in the wind.

Flowers, everywhere!

It's blooming time.

I shall heed orders.

Subtle, like an aromatic wisp.

A sublime symphony.

Are you the one who has made me stronger?

Please go about your business as usual, Navigator. I shall stay here to admire the flowers and shall not go anywhere without your express permission.

My fate is my own!

Alchemy Stars.

I wish you the happiest year, Navigator. With each day, we draw closer to the blooming of the flowers on your hundredth birthday.

It's no secret that everyone thinks of "Princess Zhuohua" as nothing more than a hostage, but "hostage" is such an ugly word. I prefer to think of myself as a foreign exchange student.

Why do you look at me like that? Could I have applied too much rouge this morning?

Longzhou is dominated by the Zhao Empire and its eight vassal kingdoms. Though their leaders appear united, there are powerful undercurrents raging just beneath the surface... Had I not left the Ye Kingdom, I never would have known this.

Truth be told, I am quite envious of those itinerant idealists who do naught but roam the world. Should the day come when all of my duties are fulfilled, I would very much like to live as freely as they do.

My younger sister was not yet two years of age when I left Ye. From what Jiu tells me, she has already begun studying dance... How I wish I could see her perform with my own two eyes.

Adapting laws to local conditions is essential when it comes to governance. What works in one country may not be as effective as in another. Please do not misunderstand—I study these things in hopes that I will one day prove useful to my uncle... or my elder sister.

"The crown prince of Ji sought to marry Princess Zhuohua of Ye." So even you have heard of this? Sigh, one wishes not to be cruel, yet there are times...

Your Fireflies are truly interesting creatures. They remind me of Clockwork Birds, my favorite toys from my youth in Ye. If I ever come across some suitable rosewood, I will be sure to craft one for you.

All my talk about Ye must sound quite monotonous to you by now... Hmm, no? I see... Perhaps I can take you back to visit my homeland one day.

Most believe that our fates are mandated by heaven, but I beg to differ.

Have you heard of a man named Bucunzi? He is a medicinal genius, a white-haired sage dressed in all white. No? That's alright. I have gotten quite used to that answer.

The moon last night shone like a plate of pure silver against a backdrop of countless stars, but it just does not compare to seeing it from the comfort of my homeland. Tell me, Navigator... when will I be able to go home once more?

I wish you the happiest year, Navigator. With each day, we draw closer to the blooming of the flowers on your hundredth birthday.

Caeles... Ah, forgive me. Were you busy? I didn't mean to disturb you... Huh? It's okay?

Isn't waking up early also a virtue in Astra?

The night breeze is cool, perfect for a walk. Care to join me? Huh? In Astra, you call that a "date"?

Although the bitter night is long, you have yet to rest, Navigator. Go to bed before the rooster crows.

I wish you the happiest year, Navigator. With each day, we draw closer to the blooming of the flowers on your hundredth birthday.

Are you Navigator? I know you; what is there not to know? One has only to flip through any book about Astra to read your story. I'm Princess Zhuohua of the Ye King— Never mind, just call me Dantang.

What is this, Navigator?

How thoughtful of you.

I am quite fond of this. Thank you.

Today I receive your gift, someday I shall return the favor.

Let the petals fall gently.

Crabapple blossoms infused with sentiment.

The best time for flower-watching.

My father never showed me any favor as a child because a fortune-teller once told him that I was born on an inauspicious day and that I was doomed to a life of misfortune.

One day, a grave illness began to claim the lives of many of my kingdom's people. One by one, they died in their beds. I alone recovered in only three days' time. Rumors spread that I was a dark star of misfortune, cursed to outlive my family and carry on alone.

When my uncle ascended the throne, he exiled me to Ji. Soon afterward, the Ye Kingdom began to see an unprecedented level of prosperity, one that not even my father could provide... Perhaps I truly was what brought misfortune all along?

So be it. I won't decline.