Chapter 145 139 Princess's Determination
Chapter 145 139 Princess's Determination
Princess Ailuwei woke up on the spacious bed, the soft and comfortable bedding making her feel as though she had returned to the palace in Ekuia.
Countless midnight dreams had Ailuwei remembering the days when she was pursued by the fierce armies of the Four Great Kingdoms. She had once hidden in a farmer's straw hut, disguised as a rough peasant woman; she had also encountered storms on the Central Sea, nearly perishing; in Elowia, she faced exclusion and assassination attempts by local dignitaries...
All these challenges she had persevered through, yet the youthful princess had never had a peaceful sleep again, even keeping a sharp dagger under her pillow.
Princess Ailuwei had not expected, in the hotel in Infia, to actually have a good night's sleep.
This hotel had just been constructed by the people of Iridium Star, completed in only four days using several automated engineering machines. It wasn't intended for inhabitants of planets like hers, but for visitors from Earth and Iridium Star. After all, the primitive hospitality capabilities of Infia had made it quite unbearable for citizens accustomed to tapwater and electrical appliances.
Just like the group from Shangduohan in the POW camp, Ailuwei had also taken to the food brought by the people from Iridium Star. In the hotel restaurant, Ailuwei and her knights and vassals sat at the table, enjoying the food provided by the hotel.
Compared to the POW camp, the variety of food here was much greater, there was even white porridge made from rice brought from Earth, which Ailuwei found exceptionally sweet and flavorful.
Her elder vassal, Julian Manning said, "Before coming here, I had doubted Her Highness's decision, now the old servant must apologize to the Princess. Having stayed here only one night and seen such miraculous things, I now deeply believe that if these extraterrestrial visitors truly wish to help, the blood feud of the Empire can definitely be avenged!"
Princess Ailuwei elegantly set down her utensils, yet her expression was not so relaxed, she said, "We know almost nothing about the people from Iridium Star. Yet from what we have seen, it is already astounding. If we did not disbelieve in so-called deities, then the people from Iridium Star must surely be gods.
They wield a magical power, like magic, that can keep the lights perennially on, can make the rooms perfectly warm, and can even eliminate the terrible Black Flag Fleet with a wave of their hand.
Undoubtedly, if they wish, they could annihilate all the nations on the Northern Continent. Yet, what worries me is, why would the people from Iridium Star want to help us? What can we offer them?"
Ailuwei, having grown up in the royal family, was very clear on political exchanges. Facing the people from Iridium Star, Ailuwei knew she only had Elowia as her fief, without much money or resources. How could this possibly move the people from Iridium Star?
A discomforting silence fell over the dinner table, and after a long while, Julian Manning finally said, "Your Highness, it is said that today the Emperor of the United Empire of Iridium Star will arrive in Infia for inspection, and the Governor may grant you an audience with this mighty Emperor. If His Majesty takes a liking to you..."
Knight Agalan angrily rebuked, "Julian Manning, you old ghost, what nonsense are you spouting!"
Ailuwei knew her beauty had been famous since she was a teenager, almost every monarch or prince from the Four Great Kingdoms had proposed to have the only princess of Miryua marry into their realms. Her father, Adrian VII who adored his daughter, rejected all marriage proposals, keeping Ailuwei single till now.
Ailuwei raised a hand to stop her angry knight, her beautiful face filled with determination, she said, "Even if I have to sacrifice my body and reputation, as long as the United Empire of Iridium Star can lend me elite troops to retake Ekuia and avenge the blood feud of my father and brothers, I will spare no effort."
Agalan sobbed, "Your Highness..."
Ailuwei stood up, and all the vassals and knights at the table stood as well. The princess nodded silently in acknowledgment and left the table, walked out of the restaurant, and came onto the balcony on this floor.
It was at this time that she heard waves of commotion coming from within the city.
Huge flyships appeared in the sky, and Ailuwei was extremely shocked. She could tell that almost each one of these flyships was bigger than the one that had brought them to Infia days earlier.
Ailuwei became somewhat excited, "This is the Emperor of Iridium Star's procession!"
A group of Miryuans still couldn't distinguish the difference between the terms "Emperor" and "Chancellor." In their minds, the leader of the Empire should be the Emperor.
Dozens of flyships of varying sizes landed near Infia one after another, creating a spectacular scene. Although the residents of Infia City were shocked, they were not particularly panicked. Over these days, the people of Iridium Star had not troubled the city's civilians.
Except for those who caused trouble, as long as one carried on normally without breaking the rules set by the Iridium Stars, there would be no problems.
Ailuwei turned and went back to her vassal's side and said, "Prepare yourselves, it looks like we will be meeting His Majesty the Emperor very soon."
The Princess was also a bit nervous at the moment. She remembered her father as affectionate, yet she had also seen his stern side. In her prior conception, the Emperor of Miryua was quite formidable. And now, she was about to meet this "Emperor," an incredible "Magic Emperor" whose Empire was filled with "magic," possessing an invincible army and all kinds of miraculous powers. Experience tales at empire
She was unclear about the Emperor's age and appearance, and even less aware of his preferences and dislikes, which is why she was so anxious. This Emperor would decide whether she would have the opportunity to avenge the Miryua royal family and whether she could restore her country.
The meticulously dressed Princess took a few deep breaths; she had put all else out of her mind. She was aware of her strengths and if it came to it, she would not hesitate to use her charming body in exchange, offering it to that powerful "Emperor."
Bai Zhongqi's agalwood boat had just landed. As always, he displayed no pomp and was accompanied only by a few guards, sauntering toward the Governor's Mansion of Infia. Xiao Yu was at the door, eagerly awaiting his grand arrival.
"Governor Xiao, you move quickly. When I left, this was still the Governor's Mansion built by the Shangduohan, and in no time at all, you've demolished it and built a new one."
Xiao Yu was not concerned that Bai Zhongqi would reproach him for extravagance, as it was typical of the Iridium Stars, and he responded, "Your Majesty, we have already set a new development plan for Infia. In the future, all of the old buildings in the city will be demolished, and the municipal system will be completely replaced.
It won't take a month or two, and this place will become a highly modernized city."
Bai Zhongqi smiled and nodded, saying, "You're the Governor, what you say goes."
Xiao Yu immediately showed a profoundly grateful and willing-to-die-for-his-lord demeanor, saying, "Thank you for Your Majesty's trust. I will definitely turn the Emerald Sea Star into the Empire's most secure colony!"
"Not so fast, let's first meet that Miryuan Princess."