Ming Dynasty: The Crocodile King of Han Prince Zhu Gaoxu's Family

Chapter 542 That Golden Cloud 2
In an instant, a series of memories flashed through Emperor Longwu's mind, such as playing games with friends, eating with his girlfriend in a restaurant, playing on the school playground, and a girl he had a crush on. They appeared one by one in Emperor Longwu's mind like a screen.

Perhaps, this is the way home? At this moment, the Dragon Emperor, in a daze, stared blankly at the cloud in the sky that was shining with golden light, his eyes filled with confusion.

"Roar~~~" Perhaps even the alligator beneath his feet sensed the Dragon Emperor's longing for the golden cloud above. With a loud roar, the alligator carried the Dragon Emperor and plunged into the sea without hesitation.

After disappearing beneath the sea for only a moment, a terrifying and ferocious alligator dragon burst from the sea, carrying the Dragon Emperor standing atop its head, and soared straight into the golden clouds above the sky.

"Am I going home?" Emperor Longwu murmured absently, watching the golden cloud rush past him.

Little did they know that Emperor Longwu's seemingly unconscious murmur was, in reality, like a thunderclap that resounded across the sky! It echoed across the boundless sea, and even reached the ears of everyone on the large fleet of Dragon Kingdom ships speeding by!

In an instant, countless ministers, soldiers, and even eunuchs who heard the thunderous murmur from the sky became excited.

The Dragon Emperor said he was going home, so doesn't that mean he was originally a celestial being from the heavens?!
Or perhaps, Emperor Longwu came to this world only to establish a dragon kingdom in the mortal realm! Now, Emperor Longwu has achieved his goal and is returning to the celestial realm once more!
For a moment, countless officials looked at Emperor Xixiang's tall figure at the bow of the ship, all filled with deep awe.

After all, if we're not mistaken, this man is the eldest son of a celestial being from the upper realm who descended to the mortal world! And now he's the second emperor to inherit the throne of the Dragon Kingdom! Nobody knows if this man, like the Dragon Emperor, the true dragon lord, possesses some kind of special power.

On the treasure ship, Emperor Xixiang and his entourage witnessed Emperor Longwu riding a dragon into the dense golden cloud. About the time it takes to drink a cup of tea later, Emperor Xixiang's fleet finally arrived near the spot where Emperor Longwu had just flown into the sky.

However, when everyone looked up at the golden cloud drifting in the sky, they realized that the golden cloud, which looked like it was on the horizon just now, was actually so far away from their heads!

For a moment, countless ministers sighed silently in their hearts.

At this moment, Emperor Xixiang was also observing the golden clouds in the sky that had not yet dissipated, but Emperor Longwu's figure riding the dragon was nowhere to be seen.

"Look! There's a dragon throne in the auspicious clouds!" Just as everyone was searching for the figure of Emperor Longwu riding a dragon in the vast sky, a sharp-eyed minister suddenly pointed to the clouds in the sky and exclaimed in surprise.

In an instant, countless eyes turned once again toward that golden cloud.

In the dim light, deep within the passage that resembled a portal, the crowd seemed to see an incomparably magnificent golden dragon throne, standing quietly in the depths behind the door!

In an instant, the roaring wind on the sea seemed to stop!

Because everyone knows what the dragon throne means!

"The Emperor Emeritus, could he be the Heavenly Venerable Emperor of the Celestial Realm?!" Suddenly, a voice that sounded astonished came from somewhere!

In an instant, everyone turned their attention to the minister who had just spoken.

In an instant, the minister, who was being stared at by everyone, seemed to realize that he had said something wrong and quickly lowered his head deeply. However, the devout light shining in his eyes, like that of a believer, could not be concealed.

At this moment, Emperor Xixiang once again turned his gaze to the sky. Upon closer inspection, he discovered that within that radiant gate, there truly stood an imposing and inviolable dragon throne!

This discovery sent shivers down the spine of Emperor Xixiang!

"There really is a dragon throne there!" Emperor Xixiang then pointed to a cluster of golden clouds in the sky and said with absolute certainty. "This servant congratulates the Retired Emperor on his return to the Heavenly Realm, his assumption of divine authority, and his ascension to the throne of the Heavenly Emperor!"

"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!" Just as everyone was staring blankly at the golden cloud in the sky and gazing at the magnificent dragon throne that seemed like an illusion, a clever eunuch quickly knelt down and loudly congratulated Emperor Xixiang.

The young eunuch's words plunged the already tranquil sea into an even deeper silence. Countless officials stared in disbelief at the kneeling eunuch, their faces filled with astonishment.

The next moment, countless officials realized that they had been outmaneuvered by this little eunuch!

As mentioned earlier, if Emperor Longwu is a reincarnation of a deity, then Emperor Xixiang, as the eldest son, is undoubtedly a descendant of a deity.
Now, if Emperor Ruolongwu is indeed the Heavenly Emperor of the Celestial Realm, then wouldn't Emperor Xixiang be the direct descendant of the Heavenly Emperor, holding the secret to immortality in the mortal world? Or rather, the future heir to the Heavenly Emperor?!
The difference in their social status is self-evident!

In fact, not only was Emperor Xixiang extremely excited at this moment, but the other princes, especially Emperor Xixiang's brothers, were also the most excited people at this moment!

The title of "son of the Heavenly Emperor" was still very attractive to their rule!

What's more, their ascension to the Heavenly Realm was happening right before their eyes, and it was their father, Emperor Longwu! How could they not be excited?!

Even though their status is not as noble as that of their elder brother, Emperor Xixiang, they are still the noble sons of the Dragon Martial Heavenly Emperor!

Who knows, they might actually be able to ascend to the Heavenly Realm just like their father, Emperor Longwu, who recently ascended to heaven!
"Congratulations to the Emperor Emeritus on his return to the Heavenly Realm, his assumption of divine authority, and his ascension to the throne of the Heavenly Emperor!"

"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!" In the next moment, countless ministers shouted in unison towards the direction where Emperor Longwu ascended to heaven, which was also the direction where Emperor Xixiang was now standing. The sound was absolutely awe-inspiring and shook the heavens and earth!

Where is the artist?

"The ascension of the Emperor Emeritus to the Heavenly Realm is a cause for universal celebration, and should be displayed throughout the world for future generations to observe!" Perhaps it was that shout that startled Emperor Xixiang, who was still immersed in the shock.

Immediately, Emperor Xixiang waved his hand and ordered painters to record the event of Emperor Longwu's ascension to the heavens so that it could be passed down to future generations!

"Your Majesty, we obey!" As soon as Emperor Xixiang finished speaking, a large group of officials, whether painters or not, who could paint at the moment, rushed to respond.

At that very moment, the golden cloud in the sky gradually lost its golden light and turned into a common white cloud. Finally, the white cloud in the sky was blown away by a sea breeze from who-knows-where.

Looking at the still clear sky, the officials of the Dragon Kingdom, who had just experienced everything that was unbelievable, felt a sense of disorientation. It was as if everything that had just happened was merely a fleeting illusion.

"Change boats!"

"Return to the palace!" After staring at the vast, clear sky for a long time, Emperor Xixiang issued the order to change ships and return to the palace.

Before long, Emperor Xixiang boarded the nearby treasure ship and stepped into the fourth-floor cabin.

Upon entering, Emperor Xixiang was shocked to see his pale-faced mother, Lady Xia, leaning against the window, staring blankly at the sky, lost in thought.

(End of this chapter)