Meteor Fall Master in the 'Starry Abyss'-Chapter 1228 - 235: Empire Line (30)

But on one side was Leoz, whom she had personally nurtured with care and love, and on the other was a little prince with the same bloodline, perhaps even purer (possessing Talent).

She couldn't protect Leoz, and in this matter, she didn't want to make the decision.

"You're overthinking it," Anjuri comforted, "I chose a good day for the coronet ceremony. Don't worry, the child has come here smoothly without any obstacles. Starry Abyss must be watching over him."

"If Starry Abyss truly watches over Leoz, why couldn't he even be granted basic Talent?" Merston murmured, "Today, I feel uneasy, a strong unease. Leoz abandoned his surname as if he realized what his mother did for the Life Sacrifice... I only hope that through my years of protection, I can help Leoz let go of his prejudice against his biological mother."

"Don't worry, Leoz is not a narrow-minded person." Anjuri patted Merston's shoulder, "Dear, let's not be so paranoid today. If you're concerned, you can investigate it thoroughly later and secretly bring back the little prince."

"Leoz has grown these 37 years, and I've been looking for him for 37 years."

Merston's emotions were complex:

"I don't know the manner in which that child grew up or what intentions those people had. Maybe they wanted the throne..."

"Stop, dear, stop, stop, stop."

Anjuri halted Merston's worried speech, saying:

"What you should consider now is working with me to ensure the coronet ceremony goes smoothly."

As soon as the words were spoken, the stage erupted with cheers, a hundred thousand spectators, like a tidal wave, chanting one word:

Emperor.

Anjuri glanced in the direction of The Gate and smiled:

"He's here, your good nephew, waiting for you to place the crown upon his head."

"...You're right. I need to pull myself together."

Merston took a deep breath, no longer contemplating trivial matters. She tightened her focus, looking at the slowly approaching figure, and said:

"Welcome to the supreme ruler, the Dragon Khan of the grassland nomads, the Conqueror of deserts and glaciers, the pioneer of the eastern trade routes, the victor of sixteen wars, unrivaled courage on the western continent, the holy reformer, the people's beloved Monarch—His Majesty Leoz."

Click, click, click...

With steady steps, the expeditionary forces, full of murderous aura, entered in a steady stream from the front gate, forming a neat and stern formation.

Two teams of Cavaliers galloped in from the side, dragging trophies conquered from the desert, including expensive jewels, rare crops, and pure gold and silver. They circled within the venue, scattering foreign Coins to the audience.

A thunderous roar came from the sky, and people, caught off guard, looked up to see the sky obscured by massive wings. Three enormous Wyverns glided slowly over the square, not even causing a sonic boom. The Wyverns lowered their posture, allowing people to clearly see the reverse scales under their armpits.

Just when people thought this was the limit, a roaring explosion came from the canal not far away.

Bang bang bang bang bang bang bang bang bang!

The Empire navy's fleet lined up, launching colorful fireworks into the sky above the square. The trails of smoke intertwined in the air, depicting a delicate emblem of Oxiulia: a three-headed Giant Dragon spreading its wings, its four claws gripping a shield.

After the emblem, the orchestra began playing at the perfect moment:

The Empire stands amidst Starry Abyss

The kingdom's grace endures for eons

All peoples gather their strength

Tilling and guarding, celebrating the prosperous years

May our mother always smile

May peace last forever

Who dares invade our homeland

The people shall ensure its destruction

.................

This simple and straightforward anthem was actually the first true national anthem of Border Abyss.

As Long Yuqiong and others watched from their seats, the men and women, old and young around them, all stood upright, heads held high, proudly singing.

Accompanied by the anthem's resounding notes, the national flag rose from the highest point of the arena.

Only when he saw the flag, Long Yuqiong truly confirmed in his heart that his suspicions were correct, that Emperor had to be the former Leoz.

The red, white, and black tricolor flag fluttered in the air.

Oshen was silent for a long time before speaking:

"This is the flag of Haines."

"My hometown, Haines."