China's Treasure ~ by SaralynArati

SaralynArati

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Thank you kindly, saphi!! I'm so pleased with how the Emperor came out, because he was a creative challenge!

5 years ago

saphiX

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Wow the emperor came out amazing! not that mulan didnt but i find boys re harder to do.

5 years ago

SaralynArati

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Thanks so much, LadySky!! I'm extremely flattered! The dress is one from Disney's Mulan 2 that she wears on her Engagement Day. I just wanted to play with a bit of color before "The End" of this story!

6 years ago

LadySky

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You're such a talented writer! You write so elegantly and manage to convey a lot of information and emotion in relatively short increments. I'm so impressed! Also I completely agree with DysMalLexia, I didn't realize the Emperor's wrinkles weren't an in-game option, what clever and creative D&Ding!

6 years ago

SaralynArati

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Thanks very much, Lexia!! In general, I was very pleased with how well the Emperor's wrinkles and hair issues came out, since they were all improvised. And Mulan's greatest strength was never her magic sword, although that did help; it was Mulan herself!

6 years ago

DysMalLexia

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Mulan looks beautiful! I love the softness of the colours contrasting with the emperors solid golds & reds. Also Mulan is a humble and honourable warrior and I love how she's not concerned with finding a husband or bribing someone to becoming her husband. She knows how strong and resourceful she is and it makes her such a good character! I also really like the way you made the beard and the lines on the emperor's forehead!

6 years ago

SaralynArati

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"have a safe journey home. But keep the clothing; from now on I will think of you as one of my own daughters. Also take my gold seal," he said, removing a pendant from around his neck, "so your family will know what you have done for me, and the sword of the Shan Yu, so the world will know what you have done for China!" Mulan accepted the seal, but returned the weapon. "Please, your Majesty, I don't want fame, either." "Very well, child. Although you already have it." "Maybe it'll fade?"

6 years ago

SaralynArati

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"Yet there are some who will be reluctant to marry a young woman like you, because they fear the extraordinary and cling to the average. Money or connections could help smooth your life's path in many ways," the Emperor advised. Mulan suppressed a sigh. "To be honest, your Majesty, I don't think I'd be losing much in not marrying a man who needed some kind of bribe to accept me. I prefer to be understood and valued for who I am," she replied. "If you've made up your mind, then," he stated,

6 years ago

SaralynArati

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Mulan looked around in wonder, somewhat uncomfortable in her fashionable hairstyle. "With all due respect, your Majesty, I think I've been away from home long enough. I don't covet wealth, or social status, or political power, and I already have a sword of my own. And while I'll always be ready to serve you and my country, I believe my duty now is to my family." The Emperor frowned a bit. "Consider thoroughly, Fa Mulan. I am old and wise enough to know not to believe everything you hear."

6 years ago

SaralynArati

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"Here before you are the treasures and riches of China, as you are one yourself. Choose what you will, and it is yours. Or you might prefer to be elevated to the rank of an Imperial Princess. Say the word, and I will adopt you. Your mind is unique, and I believe that wisdom qualifies you for a position on my Council, if you so desire. Or you could become General Fa in truth, and command my army; if you decide to use your martial skills, the sword of the late Hun Shan Yu awaits your claim."

6 years ago