Chapter 279: Royal Wedding (1/2)

Avalez kingdom was full of noise one morning. The young prince had finally ascended the throne, and he chose to do it on the day he was getting married! The entire continent came to a halt, as it was a joyous event, one that they hadn't experienced in a long time. The capital was buzzing with noises and booming with foreign visitors. Leon, and soon to be wed Liza, spared no dime nor effort in order to satisfy their people, as well as their friends.

Nobles and commoners walked next to one another, and both were full of smiles. The peasants left their fields unattended, for they were sure not even monsters would dare disturb such a beautiful day. The streets were adorned with silk and gold, and true to its fame, the Avalez capital had a food shop every 10 steps. The aroma of delicacies gave the impression that they hadn't eaten in years. However, they had nothing to worry about, since the food was free!

Such was the generosity of the new king and queen!

Bards and musicians sang to them at the head of every street, hoping to gain some gold coins thanks to their talents. Birds, cats, and dogs all sang to the tune. The capital was akin to a circus by noon.

The foreign visitors didn't consist of only nobles and merchants, or commoners with a brave heart, instead, even kings, queens, and princes dared not miss such a big event. Of course, most of them were old and new friends of the new couple.

Inside of the palace, seven colored flames spread just under the ceiling, yet the temperature was cold and comforting. Musicians of all sorts of instruments played a soothing tune. Maids and butlers hustled around in order to meet the demands of the guests, while Leon's father, the previous king watched his son from afar. His face wrinkled and tired, and his eyes lacked a youngsters' glow, yet his face beamed with smiles every time he met his son's gaze. He had let down the crown and the great responsibility that weighed down on his shoulder for the past fifty years. It was now his son's turn, and from the looks of it, he wouldn't be burdened down too much. After all, unlike him, Leon was blessed with marvelous friends.

As it was time to start receiving the important guests, the drummer beat twice on his drums, and instantly, everyone's attention was taken.

”The first prince of Ryuu kingdom, Hayato Nakamura!” a butler by the gigantic double doors announced as the first of Leon's friends entered. A young man with short dark hair and pristine black eyes walked gracefully inside. He ignored the masses that stared at him and headed straight to the table where Leon and Liza were.

”Your grace, it is wonderful to see that you are doing well,” Hayato said with a bright smile. ”I'm afraid my father was incapable to come since he was looking after my great grandfather. I hope you'll excuse me for congratulating you in his stead. On behalf of all of Ryuu kingdom, I say that we are most glad to see you two finally together.”

Leon and Liza smiled peacefully and felt their hearts and eyes well up with emotion, as they watched their friend bow to them, wishing them a good life. The two of them stood up at the same time, cupped their hands, and bowed as well. No one dared to utter a word, and the bustling great hall soon came to a halt.

However, a second later the drummer beat twice, again.

”Lady Stephanie Schwarz!”

A couple of seconds later and the drummer beat again. One by one Leon's friends walked inside, each one of them wearing luxurious dresses, gowns, and silk garments. Golden earring adorned with pale blue diamonds, and necklaces of pure amethyst. Each one of these accessories was worth more than a small kingdom since they were able to save the wearer's life at least once. Only the closest of Leon's friends wore them since they were made by the same person.

The small group of friends soon forgot about the other nobles and kept to themselves. Their cumulative laughter caused the walls to shake. Every single one of them had a cultivation state higher than Immortal Establishment level 5, and it was most rare to see so many present chatting and laughing innocently, without a plotting brewing behind their backs.

However, they were forced to listen keenly since the drummer beat once again. Out of their little group, the only kingdom yet to arrive was Glory kingdom, and the drummer had just announced them.

”King of the Glory kingdom, his highness,” the butler by the door announced grandly as a youth with blond hair walked inside. He wore black leather top and red pants made from dragon whiskers; it was tougher than anything inside that room. His pale green eyes were quick to find his friends as he smiled. ”Eric Avalon!” the butler finished his words.

Eric walked straight to Leon and Liza, and without paying any attention to status or position, hugged the both of them.