CHAPTER 525: CHAPTER 253: HOLDING A CELEBRATION

When it comes to whether a sibling relationship should be judged by age or by personality, Lin Rui didn’t want to debate the outcome with Audrey, as happiness is the most important aspect of such matters. There’s no need to argue about what’s right or wrong.

If she sweetly insists, then she must be right!

Lin Rui smiled and turned to look towards the center of the square, where the domain’s [Championship Celebration Banquet] was finally fully prepared. Various prizes had been neatly stacked before the palace gates, and the entire square and the streets lining it were laden with sumptuous delicacies.

Under the bright lights, the prosperity and wealth of the domain were displayed to the fullest.

Lin Rui even saw Wutong in a crimson gown among the crowd, poised elegantly under a pavilion, surrounded by a group of Holy Grail Knights who were eagerly offering her various flowers and delicacies.

It had to be said that her outfit matched perfectly with the current ambiance, as the celebration reached its zenith.

Caroline, Su Xi, Galo, and even Yuyu came over, smiling at Lin Rui. Caroline spoke, "Lord, during this time of excitement and celebration in the domain, would you like to go up and say a few words to ignite the start of today’s festivities?"

Audrey, Violet, and Galo all looked at Lin Rui with smiles, applauding and saying, "Lord, go up and say a few words."

"Dear, we’re all watching you, go on up and say a few words."

"Yes, the prosperity and bustle of our domain today are all thanks to you, Lord. Go up and say a few words?"

Seeing everyone’s smiling faces and affectionate gazes, Lin Rui didn’t hesitate and strode up to the high platform built in the square of the domain.

The advantage of the grand architecture is that the square before them was magnificent and vast, with hundred-meter-tall palaces and angel statues standing beside it, making even the nearly ten-meter-high human platform appear insignificant at its feet.

But as Lin Rui’s nearly two-meter figure ascended the platform, the entire grand square was immediately enveloped by a wave of sound, with cheers resounding through the sky in waves.

At this moment, it seemed as if the vast and grand square, and the hundred-meter magnificent palace and statues were all treaded underfoot by Lin Rui alone.

The people of the domain looked at the heroic figure onstage, all cheering excitedly and shouting passionately.

This was not only their Lord but also their Military God, their idol, and even their shining belief.

Following this majestic figure, they had the confidence to overcome everything and the hope for a comfortable life; this was the gifted leader who brought them everything!

[Ding, the Explorer’s spiritual encouragement takes effect, and the domain’s ambiance is fervent. The people’s spirits are high and emotions highly active, with an increase in loyalty by 10%.]

A 10% increase in loyalty?

Lin Rui looked at Wutong, sitting at the edge of a flower bed, who was also smiling gently, looking over this way.

A 10% increase, compared to her high loyalty of 5 points, essentially has no effect.

But the faint smile on her face proved that this cheering and joyous domain had emotionally involved her as well.

This was a good thing, for even if he perished in the Plane War, she could inherit this domain due to her feelings for it, and perhaps there would still be a chance to resurrect him in the future. This would prevent passionate and loyal people from becoming refugees.

However, this pessimistic thought was soon cast aside by Lin Rui.

The smiles on the people’s faces were treasures he must protect no matter what. He continued gazing at the crowd, where the tavern owner, Little Radish, stood proudly and straightened his chest while hosting the celebration. The Grand Knight Commander Falken and Hero Terion crossed their burly arms over their chests, whistling and cheering towards the platform.

Every face of the people had smiles and joy, and even Master of Armaments Burton and Dwarf Hero Groller rarely left the workshop, raising their glasses high, drinking merrily. Little Aunt Shirley was already flushed, her heart pounding as she boldly pinched the strong arms and solid chests of the knights, taking advantage of her inebriation.

And Su Xi, Yuyu, and Audrey maintained tender smiles at the corners of their eyes, their gazes never leaving Lin Rui on stage. When Lin Rui looked over, Audrey excitedly waved her fair arm, greeting Lin Rui.

The thousands of soldiers of the domain, eight thousand Explorers, and over ten thousand people all raised their heads in enthusiastic cheers, fixated on him. Lin Rui took a deep breath and raised his right arm.

The next moment, the tidal wave of cheers from near to far swiftly calmed, and everyone eagerly watched with anticipation.

Lin Rui held his breath and cleared his mind, then solemnly said, "We live in turbulent times, with external threats and internal conflicts emerging endlessly. In this dangerous and threatening world, danger and war may descend at any time."

"But it is precisely in such difficult circumstances that we can see the true strength and determination of the domain. We have always been vigilant and courageous, always ready to face any challenge, whether from inside or outside."

"Loyalty is our strength, faith is our glory, which keeps us strong and brave in the darkest moments."

"The once Golden Pansy Domain fell into dire straits due to the coiling of a Mad Snake. Relying on divine faith, we maintained the last chance. Starting with only eight people from the domain, we embarked on a profound journey, steadfast in our original intentions, and thus we slaughtered the desert, washed the rainforest with blood, eradicated the Demon Cave, ravaged mountain nests, battled palace tombs, and finally defeated all the evil within hundreds of miles around the domain, establishing absolutely safe territory beneath Bloodbath Mountain."