The Medallion

After a few days of endless hustling and bustling, the Ximen Clan finally started their grand centennial celebration. Thousands of guests noisily gathered, their chitchats filled with excitement.

The square where the ceremony was held was extremely packed and all kinds of performances were ongoing. At the front of the square was a platform paved with red carpet which was specially built for the honorable attendees. Bryant, his granddaughter, Shirley, and the elders of the Ximen Clan were sitting on the platform. They were accepting blessings and gifts from various clans and major forces, the royal family, several civil and military officials, and other guests.

Time flew by without anyone noticing due to the euphoric atmosphere brought about by the celebration. Two hours into the celebration, a disciple of the Ximen Clan came up on the platform and announced with a bow, "My Chief, the emperor is at the gate!"

However, instead of waiting at the gate for the Ximan Clan to properly welcome him, Alston had come inside and walked along the main road leading to the square. He was escorted by two masters of the Divine Stage, another nine masters of the Supernal Stage and some twenty spirit manipulators of the Heavenly Stage.

Bryant stood up at once. He lifted his elegant robe and ran down the platform to welcome Alston. He was followed by Shirley, the seniors, and the elders.

When everyone saw that Bryant was in a hurry, they realized that Alston was here. No other person in this world could arouse such a whirlwind of chaos. The noisy square quieted down immediately. The crowd parted automatically to make a path for Alston. Everyone echoed greetings of respect towards the acting emperor.

"Greetings, Your Majesty!" The whole square was suddenly filled with everyone's greetings.

Alston, on the other hand, marched on with ease. He wore a wide smile across his face as he waved his hand towards the crowd. For the people who knew him little, he was as common as an old shoe, but not the insidious, despicable and ruthless monster who tried to murder his own brother for the throne and who used every way possible to get rid of those who disobeyed him.

As Alston pressed forward towards the platform, Bryant and Shirley met him at the middle of the square, as well as all other seniors and elders from the Ximen Clan.

"Your Majesty!" Bryant stopped in front of Alston and respectfully bowed.

to meet you, Chief Bryant, Miss Shirley and all the elders! Please do not be nervous. I am here today to congratulate your clan on

follow me this way!" Bryant led Alston to the front of the square

took their seats, the people from the Ximen Clan and Alston's escorts stood

Please kindly accept them!" Alston said and nodded to the

later, more than a dozen guards carried several big boxes up on the platform. The boxes were immediately opened

flattered, Your Majesty! This is so generous of you! But please forgive me. I cannot accept these extravagant gifts!"

show my great respect to you and your clan! Might I add that I've also prepared several special gifts for Miss Shirley," Alston said as he glanced towards Shirley who was standing on the

at Shirley when Alston mentioned her name.

the Ximen Clan to have Your Majesty here today. I am

concubine, so please do not be shy. I can give you anything

Shirley and opened the boxes for her to see. It turned out that there

rare to find. As a matter of fact, the value of these treasures was far more than the value of the gold,

these gifts grumbled and sighed enviably at Alston's generosity.

generosity and extravagance. But in fact, these treasures were nothing to the Ximen Clan. Shirley had grown up in piles

of you to say that. I know these treasures are nothing to the Ximen Clan. So, I also prepared an incredibly special gift for Miss Shirley." Alston clapped his hands as

at the Divine Stage immediately walked down the platform and ordered his men to clear up an area. After that, he gathered his spirit and opened the Magic Spiritual Space. Then, he went in and took out a Dark Heaven Insect at the first grade