The Crown Prince Ceremony (3)

I realized for the primary time throughout the clarification of the ceremony that we normally solely know the Almighty God and don’t pray to every other gods, however in actuality, there have been many gods. Octavia prayed to spirits when utilizing magic, however when utilizing stronger magic, she borrowed the ability of the gods.  In a broad sense, a ceremony is a kind of magic, and the tedious guidelines have been essential to borrow the ability of the gods.

By the way in which, solely the Emperor can borrow energy from the Almighty God, who we normally pray to, and making a contract with the Almighty God means turning into the Emperor. I’m wondering if about 90% of the folks within the nation don’t know that.

The ceremony for appointing the Crown Prince is held within the Grand Temple, similar to the funeral. We moved from the imperial villa to the principle constructing of the palace, then Cermiane and I rode in a carriage to the Grand Temple. Similar to throughout the funeral, the carriage slowly handed by a column of knights holding magnificent armor for ceremonies and fluttering flags, which have been dazzling vivid blue, symbolizing the Imperial Household.

After we entered the Grand Temple, aristocrats of earl rank or greater have been lined up in ceremonial costume to greet us. Solely the heads of every household and their spouses have been current, and my father and mom, who have been technically a former Marquess and former Marchioness, have been allowed to attend as my mother and father.

As we slowly walked into the Grand Shrine, over 200 aristocratic {couples} bowed deeply and didn’t arise till we reached the altar. I used to be so extremely embarrassed, however there was no serving to it.

Escorted by Ceramiane in formal apparel, I superior by the nobles. Ceramiane had a stern expression, however each time he checked out me, he smiled faintly. I did the identical. It’s unusual, isn’t it? Even in such a tense state of affairs, Ceramiane and I may nonetheless smile at one another.

Earlier than the altar stood the Excessive Priest, who sprinkled us with holy water and drew a holy seal within the air.

“Thou artwork the descendant of the noble bloodline that conforms to the need of the Almighty God,” the Excessive Priest chanted loudly. At that second, a mild breeze swirled round Ceramiane and me. Ah, magic was at work. If I knew nothing about magic, I wouldn’t have sensed it.

“Thou artwork the one who inherits the good blood. Thou artwork the one who possesses the ability of the blood that manifests the Almighty God’s energy on this world. Thou artwork the one who prays to the heavens and the Almighty God, and brings prosperity to the Empire by receiving His energy,”

After receiving the Excessive Priest’s blessing, Ceramiane recites the prayer loudly..

“I’m the one who inherited the good blood. O Almighty God who reigns in heaven, reply to my prayers, reply to my blood covenant, and lend me a portion of your energy. I provide my prayers and my life. Please fulfill my needs in accordance with the traditional covenant,”

I felt like Cermiane’s physique was glowing softly, and one thing swayed and rose up like a warmth haze. It was most likely magic, similar to the magic Octavia used to manage spirits. By chanting prayers and releasing magic, Celliemane was most likely connecting with the almighty god in the mean time

Solely the Emperor can wield the ability of the Almighty god. In that sense, Cermiane shouldn’t be capable of wield the ability of the almighty god but, however maybe to develop into the Crown Prince, it requires a robust bloodline and magic to attach with the almighty god. Cermiane was sweating on his brow. Hold going, Mia. I used to be unconsciously cheering for him.

Finally, when Cermiane stopped releasing magic, a mysterious particles of sunshine rained down from the sky, and the aristocrats in attendance cheered. The Excessive Priest nodded and introduced loudly, “The Covenant of the almighty god and the Nice Bloodline has been revealed.”

Then, my older brother, Marquis Caliente, was the primary to clap and shout, “Crown Prince Cermiane!”

Nearly on the identical time, Father and Mom shouted loudly.

“Lengthy dwell Crown Prince Cermiane!”

“Lengthy dwell the Crown Prince!”

Then, the upper-class nobles in attendance referred to as out Celliemane’s identify and cheered. Cheers and applause stuffed the Nice Temple. Cermiane smiled extensively, raised his proper hand, and responded to the cheers. At this second, Cermiane was acknowledged by the nobles because the Crown Prince.

Wow, superb! My husband is superb! I virtually clapped my arms too, however I managed to restrain myself. In accordance with Cermiane, he knew that he had sufficient magic, however I nonetheless suppose it’s superb that he succeeded below such strain.

After the ceremony within the Nice Temple, we left and bought again into the carriage, heading in the direction of the Cathedral. The Cathedral was positioned on the heart of the Emperor’s palace, on the very best level of the hill the place the palace was positioned. Though it was throughout the palace, it was located in a dense forest, and I virtually felt like observing it from the angle of a hunter, however I wouldn’t hunt in such a sacred place, even when I’m an avid hunter. It’s true.

The cathedral is an easy and rustic construction in comparison with the grand temple. It’s outdated, with the altar on the entrance, adopted by the burial space, and at last the innermost chamber. In the course of the funeral of the previous Crown Prince, we have been allowed to enter the burial space, however this time we have been solely allowed within the altar room.

The Emperor and Empress have been ready within the altar room. Not like throughout the funeral of the previous Crown Prince, there have been no attendants, ladies-in-waiting, or knights guarding us this time. The Emperor’s tone appeared relaxed, maybe as a result of there was nobody else round. His expression was additionally completely satisfied.

“Good job. Cermiane, Ralphine.”

The Empress was additionally smiling. She appeared to be in a superb temper, regardless of the solemn environment of the grand cathedral. I’m wondering why? I heard that the ceremony right here is simply to obtain the Crown Prince and Crown Princess crowns.

“Nicely, let’s get began. Now we have a busy schedule forward of us.”

The Emperor urged us cheerfully. Two crowns have been positioned on the altar. Not like the grand temple, there was no statue of the almighty god, and the altar was plain. Flowers and incense have been supplied.

We knelt down and recited the oath to the Emperor.

“To the consultant of the Almighty God, the good solar of the empire, the shining glory, the ruler of the 4 corners of the earth, the protector of the sword and the scales, the attractive Emperor, I, Selmiane, swear to dedicate all my energy because the Crown Prince to the Emperor and the empire.”

“I additionally swear to help my husband because the Crown Princess and dedicate all my energy to the Empire and the Emperor.”

The Emperor nodded gracefully, and first positioned the crown of the Crown Prince on Cermiane’s head. Then he opened his eyes huge in shock, regarded round, and smiled just a little sadly.

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