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Chapter 356 The Coronation of the New Emperor
The nobles, represented by the Moria family, and the papacy, represented by Pope Damir, argued for three days and three nights without reaching a conclusion. In the end, both sides sent people to persuade Li En, hoping that he would decide for himself to stand on their side.

The Moria family sent Kelly, who was close to Li En, while the Holy See sent Damir himself.

“Lee En, if you become the emperor of the empire, the North can be successfully unified with the empire, and Catherine in the South will also agree. In this way, the empire can be restored to its former integrity. Don’t you think this is a win-win situation?”

Kelly patiently guided him.

“The thirty million people of the Holy Empire all want a wise monarch. No one is more suitable to be the emperor than you.”

"Whether the empire splits or not is not of much concern to me. The world will be destroyed in a year. Instead of thinking about unifying the empire and the continent, I should think about how to save the world."

Li En shrugged indifferently.

Kelly's lips twitched. She didn't know where Li En's talk of the world's destruction came from; she just felt it was an excuse to appease herself.

"As the son of God, you should inherit the mantle of God Tiger and become the new Pope."

Pope Damir said that he always felt he was not up to the level of the Son of Gold and was not qualified to be the Pope. He hoped that Li Enlai could take over so that he could return to the seminary in the East and continue to be the dean.

"Teacher, you actually just find the workload too heavy and want to go back to the Eastern Territory, right?"

Lee En saw through Damir's intentions.

"There is an unwritten rule in the Holy Empire that a king can only have one queen, but an emperor can have three official queens: the Red Queen, the White Queen, and the Black Queen."

Kelly understood that continuing to discuss "Grand Duke Moria's last wish" or "the hope for the future of the Empire" would likely not persuade her nephew, who held a prophetic view of the end times. So she took a different approach and mentioned a system of one emperor and multiple empresses.

Although Augulas only had one queen, Emma, ​​his father had three queens, though they did not exist at the same time.

But Kelly believes that the law is about people and needs to have flexible legal boundaries, especially when it comes to emperors.

The law stipulates that an emperor can have three empresses, but it does not specify whether they should be at the same time or at different times, so why can't they coexist?
Li En's eyes lit up slightly. How could being the emperor bring such good fortune?
Although emperors in both the East and the West had the right to have three palaces and six courtyards with countless concubines, having three empresses at the same time was a very different matter, as it proved that he could have three official wives.

Catherine, who bore him children, Dorothy, his contracted witch, and Sophie, whom he had long admired, all deserved a grand wedding.

Can a pope marry three wives?

Lee En asked.

Damir's forehead was covered in sweat, and he shook his head helplessly.

"The Pope needs to dedicate his life to the great God of Tiger; having a proper wife is already a blessing from God."

"Yes, and the Pope is not even allowed to have lovers. If you become the Pope, you must sever all ties with them."

Kelly raised an eyebrow slightly; she knew that her philandering nephew had quite a few romantic entanglements.

Her fiancée Dorothy, Catherine, the witch Sophie, the mermaid princess Nancy, and other beings she doesn't know about.

He truly deserves to be called the most outstanding offspring of the Moria family.

"Great, I know what I need to choose."

Lee En looked at Damir.

Damir grasped Li En's hand with emotion, "I knew you were the most devout believer and the most trusted successor of the God of Tiger. You would definitely choose the Church."

“Teacher, I want to thank you for your trust in me. I will do my best for God Tiger, so God Tiger will surely understand me and will not have the heart to let me abandon the 3000 million people of the Holy Empire.”

Li En smiled and hugged the bewildered old Damir, then turned and took Kelly's hand. "Auntie, let's discuss the coronation ceremony."

The smile on Old Damir's face gradually faded, and he finally sighed as he left Li En's study.

If Li En is unwilling to become Pope, then among his students, who else has the talent to become His Holiness the Pope?

Seven days later, the coronation ceremony of the new emperor of the Holy Empire began amidst great anticipation.

The morning sun gently caressed the spire of the Gothic cathedral, and the bells rang through the morning mist, waking all the people of Arron.

The streets were already brightly decorated with lanterns and colorful flags. People dressed in more elaborate attire than those for the Harvest Festival and hurried to the main street, afraid of missing the ceremony if they arrived too late.

The cathedral's stained-glass windows filtered the morning light into an amber glow. Twelve cardinals, each carrying a gilded cross, walked slowly forward, their embroidered white robes rustling on the bluestone floor.

The air was filled with the scent of candles, and the melodies of hymns were melodious and sacred, adding to the solemnity of the ceremony.

Lee Eun wore a magnificent robe adorned with jewels, holding a scepter in her right hand and a crown symbolizing power in her left.

He slowly walked up the steps leading to the altar, a scene that reminded him of the coronation of Augulas.

Having previous experience attending ceremonies, he was adept at handling the process. Although he had asked the church and ministers to simplify the procedures, the necessary steps still had to be retained.

Augulas was the shortest-reigning emperor in history, and it's unknown whether I will surpass him and become the last emperor before the end of the world.

Li En gave a wry smile, suddenly realizing that the coronation was not very meaningful.

Because he is called the Son of God, he does not need to kneel before the Pope and can be crowned standing up.

"In the name of the great God Tiger, I, Damir Plalandi, the representative of the Holy See, consecrate and crown you, Lien Moria, the chosen monarch of the Holy Empire. May you possess the wisdom to govern, the courage to defend the faith, and the righteousness of the eternal kingdom. Through this anointing and the covering of my hand, may you receive the scepter and sword of authority bestowed by the God Tiger, and stand at the head of all kings and princes on the day of judgment. Praise be to the God Tiger."

Pope Damir took the crown from Li En's hands.

"Praise be to the god Tiger."

Lee En repeated.

A crown studded with rubies hung three inches above his head, and Pope Damir's withered fingers trembled slightly in the shadows.

He was so nervous; this was the most solemn ceremony Damir had ever participated in since becoming pope, and he even seemed more nervous than Lee En.

Because this hat on Li En's head proves that he has become the emperor of the Holy Empire and has no possibility of becoming the pope.

A secular emperor cannot become a pope.

"Teacher, I have already praised you."

Li En whispered.

Pope Damir then placed the crown on Li En's head and said loudly,
"Your Majesty, Lien Moria, the Holy and Inviolable Emperor, the secular representative recognized by the God of Tiger, the 12th Emperor of the Holy Empire, please accept the blessings of your subjects." Lien slowly turned around, and the nobles knelt down in unison, while the subjects cheered and jumped for joy, expressing their respect and loyalty to the new emperor with an enthusiasm that surpassed that of any previous coronation of the Holy Empire's emperors.

Because Lyon Moria is the most legendary emperor in history. He was once sent to the Supreme Court as a heretic, and now he is blessed with the status of the Son of God.

After leaving the church, Li En rode in a float in the parade to the city square of Yalong City, where he had to give a speech. It was a tradition, and a necessity, as the Moria family had just reached the pinnacle of power and needed to give the people an explanation.

The people of Yalong City were also waiting for him. To make this coronation an unparalleled grand celebration, many magic crystals were placed around the square. These magic crystals could simultaneously broadcast Li En's speech in 22 territories of the Holy Empire.

This is somewhat similar to a live broadcast.

This idea didn't come from Li En; he's not that narcissistic. It was the idea of ​​the magical prodigy, Dorothy.

The main reason she created the "nationwide live broadcast" magic stone system was that she also wanted to see Li En's coronation in the Azure Dragon Court.

All it takes is to place a sufficiently large magic crystal in each territory, have a witch carve the corresponding patterns, and input magic power to see the live broadcast. It can be said to be an invention ahead of its time.

Standing on the high platform at the top of the square, Li En looked at the huge crowd below and slowly spoke.
"Today, I am delighted to be with you all to witness a new chapter in the history of the Holy Empire."

Five hundred years ago, seven great patriarchs of the Creed families signed the "Creed Family Holy Empire Covenant" and jointly established the Holy Empire.

This solemn covenant, like a beacon of light, brought hope to millions suffering in the flames of injustice that ravaged their lives. Its arrival was like a joyous dawn, ending our chaotic lives and ushering in the brilliant civilization of the empire.

However, five hundred years later, under the corrupt rule of the Frank, Burke, Edward, and Rhine families, people once again live in darkness and confusion. The nobles disregard life, trample on dignity, provoke wars, defy the will of God, and bring chaos once more.

Fortunately, we defeated them, overthrew the Frank family's rule, and ushered in a new dawn and era.

I, Lien Moriah, your new emperor, will lead you to new glory. Even if tomorrow is the end of the world, today I will still give you light and hope.

I have a dream that one day all the people of the Empire will rise up and truly realize the true meaning of its creed: 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.'

I dream that one day, on the tower of Arron, the son of a former slave will be able to sit with the son of a former slave owner and share their brotherhood.

I dream that one day even Rose Territory, this place where justice is nowhere to be found, oppression is rampant, and it is like a desert, will become an oasis of freedom and justice.

I have a dream that one day my children will live in a nation where they will not be judged by their family name but by the quality of their character.

Today, I have a dream.

I dream that one day, valleys will rise up and mountains will fall; rough and winding roads will become smooth, and holy light will be revealed and shine upon the world…

After Li En finished his inspiring speech, almost everyone was deeply moved, and many of the citizens from the 22 territories who were watching were even moved to tears.

They believed that Lyon Moria was the true successor to the God of Tiger, possessing an admirable character, and that his benevolence would surely bring about tremendous changes to the Holy Empire.

Just as he once took to the Supreme Court to advocate for witches' freedom of marriage, he will surely fulfill the promises he makes to everyone now.

The enthusiastic cheers came like a tidal wave.

"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!"

"Praise be to His Majesty the Emperor! Praise be to the Son of God!"

The crowd below the stage was ignited with enthusiasm by Li En; they seemed to be seeing a brand new country.

The first thing Li En did upon taking power was to abolish slavery, making the buying and selling of slaves no longer permitted in the empire. Although this harmed the interests of some nobles, Li En compensated them in other ways. Those freed slaves began to spontaneously believe in Li En, becoming the cornerstone of his countless followers.

The second thing was to reinstate the witches, making them volunteer to serve as guardians of the territory, and each witch became a formal countess.

Yes, they possessed real fiefdoms and noble privileges.

The third thing was to announce the return of the North and the South to the Empire, making the Empire a unified whole once again.

The fourth thing was to declare the Azure Dragon Court as the property of the Empire, thus extending the Empire's territory to the sea.

The fifth thing was to appoint Earl Hall as Prime Minister and to legitimize the Hall family.

From that point on, Frank's reign ended, and the Moriac dynasty rose to power.

Li En did indeed fulfill Alex Moria's dying wish, becoming the Lord of the North and the Emperor of the Empire.

On the third day after Li En was crowned emperor, his divine status grew, which was a sign of the increase in believers.

Two weeks later, Li En returned to the North and went to Alex Moria's grave to mourn the King in the North with his brothers and sisters, including Parker, Field, and Diane.

Lee En's father, Old Jack, also came.

Jack Moria's hair was completely white, and he looked much older.

He looked at his father's tombstone with emotion, then at his outstanding and young son, Li En, his eyes filled with mixed feelings of joy and sorrow.

"Father, I'm back. I hope you won't be angry with me anymore."

Jack Moria's eyes reddened slightly as he placed a white rose in front of Alex Moria's tombstone.

"How could I be angry with you? You have raised the best heir for me. He has given the Moria family hope again and restored its glory."

Alex Moria's figure seemed to appear before Jack Moria, smiling as he looked at his rebellious son.

Jack Moria reached out his trembling hand, but only touched the cold tombstone.

Yes, his father is dead, but his father's will and bloodline will never die.

Li En patted Jack Moria on the shoulder. "Father, Grandpa won't blame you. He'll definitely want you to be reinstated into the Moria family's genealogy."

"Yes, brother, come back."

Kelly gently reached out and took Jack Moria's arm.

Jack Moria has finally returned to his family.

After a brief reunion with the Moria family, Li En returned to the capital to prepare for his marriage to his queen.

(End of this chapter)