He wasn't sure what to expect. He was tasked by the emperor to welcome the great hero back to the capital. His achievements compared to hers were nothing. She was born as the chosen warrior, destined to save the empire. That's what she did. He had seen her once, from afar on the battlefield as she stood next to the emperor. Her aura was dark and heavy contrasted with the light of the empire's sun. Her sacrifice was greater than anyone, and that is what led them to victory.