The God of War
A Sacrifice 2
The wedding ceremony was held very lively with a large party attended by all the people of Fumio and some big clans.
Even Lily also helped decorate Nouhime and always tried to look happy and always smile in front of everyone.
All this time, Nouhime still did not know the truth if Lily was Zhou's wife. She only finds out that Lily and her family are coming together to Fumio because they want to serve Fumio.
Plus, Nouhime liked Lily so much after they got to know each other at Nobuhide. This made Noahime happy. And all this time Noahime only found out if Lily's husband suddenly left her just like that. This certainly makes Noahime feel sympathy for Lily, because they feel if they have ever been in the same phase.
All this time, Noahime felt the kindness of Lily who was so sincere and gentle. And Noahime was always comfortable with Lily. Even Noahimr already thought Lily was his friend and brother.
"Lily, I really didn't expect that I would actually marry the Prince of Hades. Do you know, this has been one of my dreams all along" said Noahime full of twinkle.
Though all this time he always looks gloomy after the disappearance of Saika and Kenshin who has been rushed by the commander of Nakai.
"However, I don't know why I'm not feeling calm right now. It felt like something was strange and uproarious." added Noahime again began to look moody.
Lily who was helping him put up the headdress of Noahime for wedding makeup smiled warmly and began to answer him.
"That was probably because Princess Nouhime was feeling nervous. So it just feels that way." replied Lily trying to be normal as usual.
"Hc. Probably also. But I still don't understand, why the wife and son of the prince of Hades suddenly left him just like that when he returned to Fumio." murmured Nouhime suddenly.
"Leaving her?" tanya Lily stared at the reflection of Nouhime through the makeup glass elaborately.
Noahime nodded softly, "Hhm. There was a palace maid who said such a thing to me. I myself still do not understand all that." said Nouhime still staring at the reflection of himself who had been self-sufficient with a bride and groom so beautiful and charming.
Lily was silent for a while, she could not say anything. Because in fact he and his son did not leave Zhou at all. Indeed at first he did want to leave and leave Fumio, but all undone back and remain here.
"Yes, Lily .. If you may know, how can you part with your husband? Don't you love each other?" asked Noahime suddenly.
For a while Lily was silent again, "Because she had to marry another woman, to save her people. He was forced to do so because he still has a big responsibility" Lily said unknowingly.
"What's? Why would he want to do that? He will definitely regret leaving his wife as good as you! Even his son was so cute and adorable as Helios! I just hate myself so much for not being able to save Saika and Kenshin .. Why does your husband even so easily do all that? That's so outrageous!"
Not yet had Lily answered Noahime's remarks, some women began to come to pick up Noahime, because the wedding ceremony will be held soon.
Lily just sighed slowly. He had no power to watch the wedding. He preferred to invite the son to see the palace garden at that time and calm himself.
"Lilly!! Why did Zhou do all that?!! That's outrageous!!" the aunt suddenly caught up with Lily and looked so full of emotion.
"Really! Wanting to become an emperor, he threw you out! This is so outrageous! Don't you remember who was always there for him!! That bastard Zhou really asked to be beaten up!" the uncle also looked very angry this time.
"That's it, Auntie, Uncle. I asked him to do all this. This is not her fault .." said Lily did not want to change the atmosphere to be more runyam. "And I beg your aunt and uncle, do not bring up my marriage to my husband in front of Empress Nouhime." added Lily expectantly looking at her aunt and uncle who could only snort in annoyance.
While Lily looked back at the son who was still on his lap. Grief, tightness, pain and wanting to cry .. of course all of it was felt by Lily. But only the son has always been a strength for him.
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Tonight Noahime continued to wait for Zhou in his room, but Zhou did not come immediately. Even when the sun started to rise, he did not come.
Hopeful happiness eventually turns into disappointment and sadness. On the first night of her wedding, which was supposed to be spent with her husband, she spends it alone in her room. Of course it makes him sad.
Meanwhile in the other room, Zhou was seen sitting cross-legged and meditating. He preferred to be alone at this moment in search of a calmness.
He's not a jerk who would love to take advantage of what has happened. It was true that he and Nouhime had loved each other in the past. But the wedding this time was for Fumio and his entire clan.
In any case, he still had great respect and love Lily. He won't touch another woman easily.
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Zhou's coronation ceremony to declare his enthronement as the current emperor of Fumio will be held soon.
In a 7-meter-tall pavilion weighing about 8 tons, as well as with an ancient sword a glittering jewel, which was two of the Three Sacred Treasures of Fumio, was placed beside him.
This legendary sword is the sword of Kusanagi no tsurugi which is also one of the sacred heirlooms and one of the sacred treasures belonging to the ancestors of Fumio.
There is also a Yasakani no Magatama gem and a Yata no Kagami mirror that has been stored in the most sacred place for Fumio. The sword is also shrouded in various ancestral stories and various types of mysticism.
This legacy is so revered and adored. Either for its history, or its importance in the Fumio culture. This heirloom, which symbolizes virtue and courage, will now be given to Zhou as the current emperor of Fumio.
It is seen that Empress Nouhime also accompanied the ceremony, using her lapis robes bearing the red poenix on her own throne which was next to the emperor. Her face looks beautiful, but she still has a wound.
While Lily was also seen from a distance to watch all this. Lily also felt this happiness, because now Zhou has been crowned as Emperor Fumio. Even though he had to use a fake identity at this time.
Wrapped in a dark orange-colored cloak bearing the symbol of a dragon and is a design in this century, Zhou stood gallantly within the imperial throne of Fumio during a ceremony witnessed by thousands of guests from several clans and peoples.
"I Hadesse promised with this that I will act in accordance with the constitution and fulfill my responsibilities as a symbol of the Fumio empire and the unity of the Fumio people" Zhou said sternly.
Empress Nouhime was now standing beside her in the throne of the same shape.
"I have always hoped to bring about the happiness of the people, the well-being, and the peace of this world. I will turn my mind to the people and stand beside them." Zhou added, rolling his gaze back to the guests.
Prime Minister Fumio Shinzo led the invitation from the Fumio government in a room at the Fumio Imperial Palace, where the ceremony was held.
"We will also do our best to create a peaceful and bright future full of hope for Fumio" Prime Minister Shinzo said, the one leading the guests cheered for the emperor to be given longevity.
"Live, Your Majesty Emperor Hades!!"
"Live, Your Majesty Emperor Hades!!"
On Zhou's coronation to emperor Fumio this time, he also granted clemency to over half a million current minor criminals.
The greetings and rituals were done smoothly, and they all cheered three times to the new emperor to end the coronation ceremony this time around.
"Live, Your Majesty Emperor Hades!!"
"Life, Your Majesty Emperor Hades!"
"Live, Your Majesty Emperor Hades!!"
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