Wish, Pray, and Love

“I want to become that man’s wife.” Epona falls in love with Karos at first sight at the Temple of Beatrice, only to discover that he is the eldest son of the Ordo family—a family that is practically an enemy to her own. Plunged into deep despair, Epona prays to the Goddess Beatrice, knowing full well that her wish could never come true. The following day, a divine revelation descends upon Epona of the Laura family and Karos of the Ordo family: they are to be married. Her overwhelming joy at the prospect of marrying Karos is short-lived, as she begins to feel a crushing guilt toward Karos, who she believes has been sacrificed to her selfish wish……. --- “If, in the future, you f...