Myriad Realms Gatekeeper

Chapter 294: Chapter 272: His Majesty the King! (Double-length chapter combined)_4

Everyone held their breath, not daring to make a single sound, for fear of bringing disaster upon themselves.

Finally.

Prince Norton was brought to the throne in the great hall by two powerful professionals. “Prince Norton pays respects to His Majesty the King.”

He knelt on one knee, his face filled with trepidation, his gaze shifting restlessly.

He was clearly terrified.

Being summoned to the palace at five in the morning—who wouldn’t be scared?

The Nine Aspects watching nearby, Shen Ye had lost any mood for teasing him. “Do you know where you went wrong?”

Shen Ye asked. “I shouldn’t have sent spies to Eternal Night City,” Prince Norton said with his head lowered. “That’s not it.” “…Please enlighten me, Father.” “The spy wasn’t your man. I’ve looked into it thoroughly,” Shen Ye said.

Prince Norton suddenly looked up, staring at Shen Ye in disbelief.

The ministers exchanged surprised glances amongst themselves.

Wasn’t this affair— something His Majesty the Emperor initiated himself? “The fault is not yours,” Shen Ye said. “Father!” Prince Norton exclaimed excitedly. “Don’t be hasty. This matter isn’t over yet. I order you to organize a delegation and personally lead a diplomatic mission to Eternal Night City to confront the spy they captured in a dignified manner,” Shen Ye said.

Prince Norton hesitated for a moment but quickly responded with a “Yes.”

Shen Ye knew he was unsettled and commanded the person beside him: “Go, announce that the Prince was wrongly accused. Now that I have discovered the truth, Prince Norton will personally make a trip to Eternal Night City.” “Then—”

He spoke with mixed emotions: “It has indeed been a grievance for the Prince— the Undead Empire has been defeated and sued for peace, yet they dare to be so brazen. It’s outrageous!” “Right, the Prince won a victory on the battlefield. This is not only a glory for our Royal Family but also a testament to the meritorious support of those around him.” “Prince, name a few individuals, and I will personally reward these meritorious ministers!”

The ministers gradually caught on.

This was not only clearing the Prince’s name but even more so a step further to promote the people surrounding the Prince vigorously.

By doing so—

The people following the Prince, awarded for their loyalty, would become even more devoted and attract more aspiring individuals to join the Prince’s ranks.

Moreover, such open awards could not be immediately suppressed.

His Majesty the King must have truly understood!

After a brief moment of contemplation, Prince Norton began: “Father, Court Archmage Yudelia at my side has made significant contributions, and the team of five priests has been diligent and responsible; all three leaders of the Knights Order have been in the forefront, brave and fierce in slaying the enemy, and the number of undead heads can testify…”

He continued on.

The Nine Aspects floated dozily in the middle of the great hall, seemingly disinterested.

But Shen Ye watched with narrowed eyes, listening seriously.

Prince Norton.

Whether you have a conscience or not will decide a lot right now.

If you do have a conscience, my task will be easier, and you can be spared.

If you do not have a conscience—

As Prince Norton continued: “…also, Saint Peiqi of the Shadow Brotherhood, who saved my life, strangled the King of Undead Assassins, Freg, on the battlefield, causing chaos in the enemy ranks and earning great merit for our counterattack.”

Good!

Now we’re getting somewhere!

Shen Ye’s expression remained unchanged, but he felt more confident.

Once Prince Norton had finished, Shen Ye signaled a few ministers to draft a list of awards and rewards.

Shen Ye reviewed the list beforehand.

He scanned down the list, all the way to— “Saint Peiqi, named as Baron of West Mountain, bestowed West Barren Village as a fief.”

He did not linger on these lines and continued looking until he had read it all. “Many awards are not reasonable, discuss them again.”

Shen Ye threw the list to the floor, letting it fall.

The ministers looked at each other.

But everyone understood the importance of these awards and the need to deliberate carefully.

The Minister of Defense picked up the list and said: “I believe there are some people on this list whose awards do not follow the rules…” “Exactly, there are indeed some areas that need adjusting, like the Court Grand Mage’s award, you’ve granted too much,” said the Privy Council President.