Sakura who was crowned as queen proudly announced though her eyes lingered on the crowd until it landed on two people. Yuki and Riku who successfully escape the wave of people and stand right beside Apollo. A smile escapes her lips before addressing the people again.

    "Please give your blessings, fill the air with your magic and give it to your ruler, Emperor Julius!"

    The crowd went wild and screamed as much as they wanted, some began to chant giving blessings not only to the emperor but to every hero that mankind recognize.

    With everyone''s acknowledgement, Julius finally stood up, bearing the burden of the remaining humans of the continent.

    "He isn''t happy" the students all concluded.

    The emperor may smile and wave as much as he wants but it somehow can''t hide his lonely eyes.

    "It seems only the people are ignorant of the true situation," Keith said while observing everyone on the platform. Their eyes say they knew exactly what was going on.

    "Well according to the records right after the treaty of the Abyss the remaining four kingdoms decided to form the empire, and urge the four remaining pillars to have contractual marriages as well"

    Vesta said while dusting herself.

    "If they wanted to feel secure why didn''t they form a singular kingdom"

    "Would you actually hand over your royal privileges to someone else? No right?"

    "Julius became the greatest hero that most of the people wanted to stay in the kingdom he will build, isn''t that the reason the remaining rulers suggested an empire? Uniting the kingdoms as one was just an excuse, they would still let the previous rulers rule.

    There won''t be any changes to how they handle their affairs though it''s no longer the same since there is another higher figure for them to serve"

    While Niko, Agnes and the others spoke Apollo and Alicia remained silent. They wanted to read the room and remained observant instead.

    Then Julius spoke finally addressing his people.

    "As your ruler, I am responsible for protecting everyone on this continent however doing such labor requires a lot of work, so let me introduce to you all the lines of nobility that shall assist my rule"

    "I think that''s our cue"

    Apollo finally spoke urging Alicia to come with him. Along them were a couple of soldiers who survived the battle and the remaining four pillars.

    All the selected soldiers who were selected based on their loyalty and contribution stood tall in front of the emperor and the other kings and queens. Then they kneel down and let the emperor bless them.

    "With this sword, I bless all of you to protect and serve the empire and the imperial family, do you all accept?"

    "We accept the burden and honor your majesty!"

    "Then it is my honor and joy to bless all of you as the nobles of my empire, all rise!"

    "Yes, Your Majesty!"

    They all stood up and made a respective bow towards their ruler.

    The selected nobles ranging from baron to marquis bask in the cheerful shouts of the people. They never felt like that before, they never expected that people''s enthusiasm would be that strong. After that, the crowd settled and the emperor spoke again.

    "The center of the empire will be named Asteria! The city of stars! And governing the four largest regions surrounding it are my four trusted friends"

    The four pillars came forward making the crowd cheer even more loudly.

    "Isaac Silvercrest will lead and protect the region that borders the north, and that region shall be named Silverfrost. Guarding the south will be Cedar Arcanebane, which is home to many ancient magical beasts, that once helped during the war. That glorious place shall be named Epico. Then the west will be led and protected by Thor Obsidianvale and that region shall be named Obsian.

    Lastly....the bravest among us.."

    Julius'' eyes went to the only lady among the five of them.

    "Artemis Lionheart...for being the bravest among the pillars...your region which is the east, shall be named as Lioness, in honour of your courage"

    He said again and for the first time, he saw her eyes change. It wasn''t as cold as before instead it was filled with guilt and sadness. This made the boy confused and as he gazed at her he thought "Why? Why are you looking like that? Why do you seem in pain?"

    He was confused while Alicia began walking towards Artemis and in that moment he seemed to understand what she wanted to do.

    "Alicia" he calmly said pulling her away.

    "There is nothing you can do"

    He tried to speak as gently as he could, though he didn''t understand anything, he wanted to help out.

    "This is just an illusion" he continued.

    "This is not real, no matter what you do, it won''t change anything"

    She remains on looking at both Julius and Artemis.

    "Why do you want to change something that has already been decided" the boy thought holding her hand gently.

    [Do you want me to scan her?]

    "No just let it be"

    Apollo can feel it, Alicia is feeling regret and guilt.

    "Could the character she possesses affect her own emotion?"

    It wasn''t that far-fetched since it''s already happening. Others might not notice but Apollo can tell. Somehow each character can make anyone feel that they are the character they possess without eating their real selves.

    "Now this isn''t good"

    This situation might affect Alicia''s individuality and identity.

    "We need to finish this exam fast"

    The boy realized the fatal effect the exam could have and so he said to everyone. Stay tuned for updates on mvl

    {Finish the task immediately!}

    {Yes!}

    ....

    "Your majesty?"

    They asked making Julius divert his attention from Artemis.

    "Yes, I will"

    So with his reluctant heart, he walked towards the stage again.

    "My people"

    Everyone''s attention suddenly returns to the front, excited about what announcement he will give.

    "I will gladly announce this fateful news, the unification of the two races, a marriage between me and the most powerful devil, the empress"

    This time mixed emotions envelop the people though they didn''t seem to take the announcement negatively.

    "The wedding shall happen two months from now, at this very same time and same place, I will see you all again"

    After saying those words he immediately left leaving his people with different reactions.