Chapter 356 - Enter the Hall of Martial Gods (1/2)

The emperor did not eat much because he would lay down his chopsticks from time to time to talk. But Princess Nami was talking, while eating. Xiao Bing and Fukuda were just eating. After all, it was not appropriate for them to talk much in such a place. Though the emperor allowed them to join him for dinner, he did not necessarily regard them as his guests. Masters of Transforming-strength were truly powerful, but for a leader of a country, he did not need to pay much attention to them.

When the feast was over, Xiao Bing and Fukuda sat and watched the emperor and the princess talking to each other. They left the dining hall when it was getting late. The emperor said smilingly, “Nami, go and pay a visit to your grandpa. Tell him to take care of his body. He’s getting old, he should not be that enthusiastic about martial arts anymore.”

The princess grinned, “I know, grandfather. But you know that man very well. He has spent his whole life on martial arts. I suppose he will keep doing it until the end of his life.”

The emperor sighed, “Small wonder he was granted the title “The God of Martial Arts”. He is the protector of the royal family. It’s quite an honor, but also a burden. We should thank him for that. I’m feeling a little fatigued. I’m much younger than that grandpa of yours. but my body is far weaker than his. Do you want to stay here for a few days? I’ve asked the servants to clean your room.”

“I know, grandfather. I will pay a visit to him and I will come back soon. Aoki-kun, Fukuda-kun, come with me.”

“As you wish, my highness.”

Then they left. Princess Nami looked back and asked, “Aoki-kun, this is the first time you have met him. How do you feel about it?”

Fukuda replied with respect and admiration, “Every emperor in history are the descendants of Amateqi Siomiami, the supreme god of ancient times. She is the first creation of Iza Saki. She is worshipped by all. As the descendant of the god, his highness’s halo spreads across this land. I can sense a kind of nobility when I was near him.”

“He’s just an old man.” Xiao Bing commented inwardly. But he said, “His Highness is a great man.”

Princess Nami burst into laughter. She looked at Xiao Bing with interest and asked, “Aoki-kun, you sound like you don’t think he’s a big deal.”

“Never!” Xiao Bing said with exaggerated reverence, “His highness is a living example to us all. But I forgot to ask for his autograph…”

Fukuda glared at Xiao Bing. But it was not in hate. He only thought Xiao Bing’s words were disrespectful to the emperor. Though the emperor held little power in political terms, his influence was still considerable. It could be revealed from another aspect: The prime minister was elected, but the position of an emperor was lifelong.

But anyway, this emperor was not Xiao Bing’s priority. He only cared about the whereabouts of those two people who had God’s Blood.

Princess Nami pouted, “It sounds like it is against your will. But Aoki-kun, you’re the only one who speaks about him without awe.”

Xiao Bing smiled, “We’re all human and I didn’t do anything illegal. There’s no need to be in awe. But he still has my respect.”

Xiao Bing noticed that Fukuda cast him another glare, but he was not angry. He knew that if someone did not pay enough respect to the things he held dear, he would also be angry. Glaring at him was considered the lightest form of showing his displeasure.

Xiao Bing’s character was rather rebellious in R Country, but Princess Nami liked him for it because that was what made him different from others.

Then they found the car which had brought them to their current location, and took out the calligraphy work meant for Iza Kawatani. Then they headed towards the Hall of Martial Gods with it.

After they arrived, two young warriors who seemed to be about 18 years old, walked out from the inside. They bowed to Princess Nami first and said, “Your highness, he only invited you and Aoki Ichiro. All others shall stay outside.”

Fukuda was no longer jealous of Xiao Bing after that talk. But he was still surprised and confused, and so was the princess. She wondered what her grandfather would think of Xiao Bing. But she felt happy about it anyway. She wanted her grandpa to like Xiao Bing. So she said immediately, “So come with me, Aoki-kun. Fukuda, you can just go back to your residency. My other grandpa has prepared a place for you.”

“Okay.” Fukuda agreed and left, his face calm as usual.

Xiao Bing rubbed his nose. Though he had seen Iza Kawatani before, he believed that this old man had not found anything wrong about him. But he wondered why this man wanted to see him. He was not afraid of meeting him. He was only worried that if he could act perfectly, before such a powerful man. He needed to be more prudent than ever.

Princess Nami and Xiao Bing walked upstairs. Then the princess asked, ” Aoki-kun, have you met my grandfather before?”