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371. Coronation and the Blue Dragon
Lanpu, still speaking with unrelenting fervor, said:
"Master, in just a few short years, you've unified Anzeta and eradicated the Frost Giants of the North—achievements unmatched across this land in a thousand years." His voice rose with every word, swelling with admiration.
"Even the title 'King,' equal in rank to the Northern Regions, no longer suffices to describe your greatness." He paused deliberately, bowing his head deeply, eyes alight with reverence.
"Your servant humbly suggests that you deserve the title of Emperor, and that the Kingdom of Ashen be elevated to an Empire—just as the Sacred Fedran once was. This is what every subject longs for."
"An Empire?" Kai Xiusu murmured, lost in thought, his gaze flickering with quiet intensity.
Lanpu pressed on, voice low but insistent:
"You could hold the Coronation Ceremony during the investiture of honors. Let the entire Anzeta—and indeed, the whole continent—witness the might of the Kingdom of Ashen. This would crush the Rebellion Power of the Northern Regions once and for all."
"And more importantly… this ritual will force the world to notice us. Let the lands of Feiansuo know that Anzeta is no longer secluded, no longer indifferent to the affairs of the world. And from this moment, we can step into the game—into the scramble for the remnants of the Faldran Empire. The Divine Offspring of the Faldran Empire tear each other apart, but we, who have long remained isolated, can become the coveted external support that all factions desperately seek."
Kai Xiusu gave a slight nod. The argument was compelling.
The Kingdom of Ashen—no, the Empire—needed to show its fangs to the world.
The current Kingdom of Ashen spanned 2.7 million square kilometers and housed over 9 million souls. Though it was still a remote corner of the vast Feiansuo Continent, it was already a power of significant name and stature—especially with a leader who stood at the peak of the Material Realm, and a terrifying Hybrid Dragon at its helm.
Without hesitation, Kai Xiusu spoke:
"Then let us begin preparations."
"But… I want a grand Coronation Ceremony. One so magnificent, its name and title will echo across the entire continent."
"Yes, Master!" Lanpu dropped to his knees, face flushed with ecstatic excitement. He quickly bowed and departed, his mind already racing toward the countless tasks ahead.
As Chief Minister, Lanpu had no shortage of duties—but the most urgent now was the coronation.
In fact, the kingdom’s council had already prepared dozens of detailed plans even before the war began. One of them, a 300-page, hundred-thousand-word blueprint, covered everything from ritual procedure and etiquette to every possible budget item—nothing was left out.
Once Lanpu had left, Kai Xiusu finally acted on the idea forming in his mind.
With a subtle thought, he removed the crown.
Then he took out the Silver-White Gem—the very same 【Bahamut's Wind】.
He had noticed earlier that Oszedro’s silver disc did not match the gem, yet 【Bahamut's Wind】 had forcibly elevated it to the rank of Artifact.
Under the control of Forcefield Magic, the silver-white gem slowly fused into the mithril band of the crown.
A soft silver glow rippled across the crown’s surface.
The two were incompatible in origin—but this was the gentle, harmonious power of the Bahamut Order, capable of merging with anything.
"Whoosh—"
【Supreme Dragon Crown – Radiant Splendor】
Quality: Sub-Relic
"Remarkable," Kai Xiusu murmured in awe. "No wonder the Divine Power of the Lord of the Northern Wind could elevate this gear to such a level."
He stretched his Dragon body, placing the crown upon his head. A wave of Purification washed over him, as if the very Order of the cosmos had settled upon him.
Yet in the end, he removed it, carefully took out the silver gem, and tucked it close to his chest.
He still had another Coronation Ceremony to attend—though the Metal Dragon faction already knew. He wasn’t about to expose such a relic to the eyes of the world.
Suddenly, a voice crackled through the communicator—Tiefling Captain of the Guard, Ekmon.
"Your Majesty, Lady Christina requests an audience."
Kai Xiusu’s scales above his eyes twitched. He exhaled a sharp, sulfur-scented breath, annoyed.
"Again? It’s always her."
No wonder he was irritable.
In recent months, the Blue Dragon had come no fewer than ten times. Each time, the guards had turned her away with the excuse that the King was "resting and healing." She had left each time, crestfallen.
Kai Xiusu snapped off a command:
"Tell her I’m sleeping."
Ekmon paused for a beat, then replied, his tone weary:
"Your Majesty… Lady Christina says she saw Lord Lanpu and a human exit the Royal Palace."
"She requests permission to enter—and she’s already lying at the palace gate."
"..."
Kai Xiusu exhaled deeply.
"Fine. Let her in."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Moments later, a soft, melodic voice echoed from outside.
"Prince Kai Xiusu…"
The great doors creaked open.
There stood Christina, in human form—dressed in a flowing silk gown that clung to her figure. She stepped forward eagerly, her movements quick and urgent.
With one hand raised to lift her skirt, she bowed, her face painted with a look of heartbreaking vulnerability.
"King Kai Xiusu… You’ve finally agreed to see me."
Kai Xiusu lay sprawled upon his throne, not even glancing at her. His voice remained flat.
"The Dragon Queen’s task is complete. What else do you want?"
"Um…" Christina faltered. But she recovered instantly, smiling.
"Of course—only to congratulate you! You’ve defeated the famed 'Silver Wings' Oszedro, shattered the Northern Alliance, and achieved such glorious triumphs. As your loyal ally, I must come to celebrate."
Kai Xiusu remained expressionless.
"Then you’ve congratulated me. Now, leave."
Christina’s face twisted in panic. She waved her hands defensively.
"N-no! Please… let me stay just a little longer!"
"Why?" Kai Xiusu tilted his head, curious.
A faint magical aura flickered around her body. Her form swelled rapidly—then transformed into a massive, young Blue Dragon, over fifteen meters long.
She stretched her thick tail, unfurled her vast sapphire wings, and with a playful, almost mocking grin from her horned snout, said:
"King Kai Xiusu, in our Five-Colored Dragon tradition, after a life-or-death battle, we must celebrate through a night of wild, unrestrained revelry to release our spirits."
"Before you rest… why not join me in a truly freeing celebration?"
She took a step forward, her massive body deliberately swaying.
"Ah, what a delicious scent you give off…"
"Shut up, you filthy dog’s tradition," Kai Xiusu muttered, his eyes narrowing with suspicion.
"Kai Xiusu, my King—ahhh—"
A burst of Forcefield Magic erupted. The Blue Dragon was flung backward, crashing through the air and tumbling across the floor ten times before finally skidding to a stop.
Kai Xiusu was about to order her out completely—when she scrambled up, trembling, lifting her claws in surrender with a strained, apologetic smile.
"Wait! King Kai Xiusu! That was just an accident! This time, I do have a new decree from the Dragon Queen!"
"Speak," Kai Xiusu said coldly.
Christina whispered:
"The Dragon Queen says… do not forget your promise."
"I know," Kai Xiusu replied, his face unreadable.
His golden eyes, faintly glowing, stared into the distance. In their depths, a colossal, five-headed, five-colored figure seemed to flicker into view—ancient, divine, and terrible.
"Dragon Tyranny, huh… I’d like to see who ends up being used in the end."
That was his thought.
And Christina?
She looked utterly broken. She slunk away from the kingdom, tail between her legs—defeated once more. Her famed charisma had failed utterly.
Waiting outside, her Blue Dragon attendant tried to comfort her.
"Master, don’t lose heart. If worse comes to worst, we can find you another male with ancestral bloodline. With the power of House Faria, we—"
Christina shook her head violently, her outer skin crackling with electric sparks.
"I don’t care! This was a direct promise from the Dragon Queen herself! Only he is worthy of me! And where else could you find someone like Prince Kai Xiusu? They’re all just useless trash!"
(End of Chapter)
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