The hazy sunlight penetrated the mountains and forests, fell under the clear sky, and illuminated the land of the royal capital softly.
The world wrapped in silver snow dust is gradually covered with golden clothes under the sunshine, occasionally shining with dazzling luster.
When the sun peeked out, its brilliance climbed onto the newly dug streets and silver-white wooden roofs of the royal capital.
Although most of the buildings and streets are in primitive condition, they are beginning to take shape.
The sides of the newly dug dirt ravine were filled with snow, revealing a hard road made of solidified sand.
This road extends to the royal capital gate in the distance.
There, a team of knights and mages were busy transporting building materials and living supplies.
The large carriage swayed as the team marched, slowly moving along the dirt streets and heading into the depths of the royal capital.
Although the sun has just risen above the mountains, the hard-working residents and craftsmen have already begun their busy day.
The sounds of wooden planks and rocks being struck, and the sound of burning fires and chopping wood echoed in the air, forming a symphony of diligence.
It’s time to build a house, and it’s time to prepare breakfast for everyone.
In the busy scene, even the passing motorcade did not take any time off.
Many knights continued to drop various living supplies and building materials to the residents on both sides.
Residents came and went with shouts and shouts, helping each other build their friends' houses.
If a house doesn't have enough wooden boards, just call them and several will come to send them to you.
What if a child needs care?
During this critical period, all the children in the city were concentrated in an area under the care of dedicated personnel.
Although the royal capital suffered a devastating battle, the people did not indulge in despair, but instead moved towards a new beginning full of energy.
This collapsed land is filled with vitality.
Soon, the royal capital will usher in a new change.
At the same time, on another road near the reconstruction area, the sound of carriage wheels and the sound of horse whips could be heard one after another.
A group of gorgeous carriages moved quickly along the dirt road, heading straight to the royal palace in the center.
Soon, these ornate carriages stopped in the square in front of the palace one after another.
The carriage door opened, and many noble ministers stepped out of the carriage one after another.
As soon as the nobles met each other, they greeted each other symbolically and exchanged pleasantries.
After the battle in the royal capital, the eldest prince and the second prince were disbanded.
And their ministers who originally despised each other were no longer as tit-for-tat as they used to be.
While the nobles were chatting with each other, they raised their heads and looked at the intact imperial palace, which exuded noble golden light.
Although the light is bright and majestic like the sun, it cannot dispel the cold wind blowing in winter.
But he still endured the biting cold and occasionally breathed out a warm breath.
The ministers kept rubbing their hands together, trying to get some warmth.
While braving the cold, he exhaled warm breath from time to time.
well.
Perhaps now, these old guys who once disliked each other also have a common pain.
I really didn't expect that even the family mansion was bombed clean, and they, the ministers, had to work hard in the cold wind every day for government affairs.
This nobleman is really boring.
I couldn't even sleep.
However, they all knew that the big events that happened last week still left them with lingering fears.
The entire royal capital suffered several destructions.
The anger of the rock giant was vented, and the wanton behavior of the defeated god.
And finally...
Thinking of this, all the ministers fell silent.
Because they all knew that some actions were forced by Victor to protect the royal capital.
But now, after the destruction of the royal capital, these aristocratic ministers who hold power have to be busy for a while.
The royal capital is vast, and each minister has his or her own area and tasks, and must report work progress to the emperor every day.
After careful consideration and planning, the emperor will continue to arrange follow-up work and assign tasks to the lower levels.
For them, every day is a heavy workload.
Fortunately, the emperor was not stingy with them.
Although he is busy every day, the rewards are more generous than usual.
Otherwise, who would be willing to work without overtime pay?
At this moment, the flowing golden palace door was slowly pushed open by two servants.
As soon as the door opened, all the nobles rushed forward, fearing that they had not squeezed in earlier.
What makes the nobles so crazy is that the palace is so warm.
The inside and outside of the temple are completely two worlds.
The noble ministers walked toward the warm stoves on both sides one after another, feeling the warmth wrap around their bodies, and waves of comfortable sounds echoed in the palace.
But soon, everyone fell silent.
In this peaceful palace surrounded by the crackling fire, steady and rhythmic footsteps came from the deep passage behind the throne.
At the same time, it was also accompanied by a light and gentle step.
All the ministers withdrew their hands warming themselves from the fire and consciously lined up in two lines.
He held his breath and watched the figure walking out of the dark passage.
Soon, Emperor Aubrey slowly appeared in front of all the ministers with the support of Princess Aurelion.
The ministers looked at Aubrey in front of them and felt that he seemed older and more rickety.
Even Aurelion, who was supporting the emperor, had a low and disappointed expression on her face.
They all knew that the princess' current state was related to the 'disappearance' of her teacher, Count Victor.
Victor's sister, Lea Cravenna, broke the news about Victor's disappearance shortly after returning to Brighton.
She placed a huge reward on his head, promising a huge reward to anyone who could find Victor Cravener.
When they heard the news, many people present couldn't help but sigh.
They also felt sorry for Victor's disappearance.
After all, everyone knows how much Victor has paid for this country.
Fight against disasters and gods.
If Victor were not here, this country would probably have to rely entirely on Emperor Aubrey.
Many nobles couldn't stop thinking about Victor's past.
They had always disliked Victor, thinking that he was cold and aloof.
I even wanted to find fault with Victor from all aspects.
This made the reputation of this mage, who already had a bad reputation, fall even worse.
But in the end, no one expected that Victor was the hero who saved the entire empire.
But things have come to this, no matter how sorry they are, they can't stop Victor from disappearing.
A week has passed and Victor's life or death remains a mystery.
The ministers stood silently on both sides of the palace, watching the emperor sit on the tall throne.
Aubrey coughed twice, and the nobles in the room straightened their posture immediately.
Aurelion also stood quietly beside the throne, her hands folded in front of her belly.
Everything was ready, and the ministers were ready to start reporting to the emperor.
But Oberly raised his hand somewhat abnormally today and pressed it down, signaling the ministers to remain silent for the time being.
Several ministers who were originally preparing to report returned to their respective positions, and the palace fell into silence again.
Oberly spoke slowly:
"In a little while, it will be a new year."
When the nobles heard this, they all looked at each other.
Indeed, it will be the Empire’s New Year soon.
But now that the royal capital has been destroyed like this, it is natural that it cannot be held as grandly as before.
In previous years, preparations for the New Year had to start half a month in advance.
And with the participation of mages, the efficiency can be greatly improved.
This year, however, mages are busy helping residents rebuild their homes.
Even so, the mages are not enough, and even the magic apprentices from the academy have to go up and move the bricks.
Young mages from noble families also experienced for the first time what the most glorious labor is.
At the current rate, it would be considered good if the entire capital could be repaired to 50% during the Chinese New Year.
But the ministers did not interrupt Oberly.
Immediately afterwards, Oberly's words made everyone present stunned.
"I plan to pass the throne to Aurelion on New Year's Day."
This sound was like a cold wind blowing from the north, freezing everyone in place.
Some ministers even dropped their notepads and were so shocked that they forgot to pick them up again.
The new emperor succeeds to the throne?
This, this is too sudden.
Although they had known for a long time that Aurelion would inherit the empire in the future, they did not expect that this day would come so quickly.
Logically speaking, there are only two possibilities for the new emperor to succeed to the throne.
The previous emperor died.
Or the previous emperor was too old and unable to continue to rule the empire.
No matter which point, it is inseparable from the physical strength of the previous emperor.
But now, Oberly has not passed away yet, but he is taking the initiative to abdicate.
That basically explains...
All the nobles' eyes were focused on the emperor who looked extremely old and haggard.
The emperor who showed no fear in the face of the gods and still showed his invincibility.
But... in these short seven days, Aubrey's aging rate was simply too fast.
The wrinkles on his face and the heaviness of each breath showed his exhaustion.
First the disappearance of Victor, and now the abdication of their great emperor.
The empire directly lost two pillars.
"There's nothing to be sad about."
Oberly's rich and vicissitudes of voice suddenly sounded in the palace.
They couldn't help but raise their heads and look at Oberly.
Aubrey turned his head and looked at Aurelion, who lowered her head and fell into sadness.
The ministers also followed Oberly's gaze.
Aurelion stood aside with a downcast face, making it impossible to see her expression.
It's just that the stacked hands are holding each other tightly.
Immediately afterwards, Opoli's old voice continued to sound:
"Just like you believe your teacher will come back."
"I believe in you as always."
Oberly's tender gaze was like the warm spring sun, slowly shining on Aurelion.
In a daze, Oberly seemed to see what Aurelion would look like when she grew up.
Wearing royal robes, wearing a crown, and holding a scepter that exudes golden light.
Aurelion is no longer the weak little girl she once was.
She stood on the top of the empire, with a cold and ruthless face, looking down at all the residents of the empire.
Oberly looked at the dazed future, his eyes softening a bit again.
He squinted his eyes slightly and raised the corners of his mouth slightly.
So even without us.
"You will definitely become that bright star that always shines on people."
