The Medallion

"A Witch of the Holy Dragon Empire brought the treasure here? But..." Rocky hesitated. It seemed strange because this was not recorded in The Witch's Book. Why would they not record such an important incident in the book? It could only mean that the Witch who had brought the spiritual treasure did not want anyone to know about its origin.

"However, according to the teachings of the previous emperors, the spiritual treasure cannot be taken out of the forbidden area. I wonder if it would be possible for us to do the impossible," an elder said with caution in his words.

The other elders looked at each other with embarrassment for not being able to be more helpful.

"I have to make it possible. As a prince of the Holy Dragon Empire and as a son, I have to save my father. Could you please make an exception this time and let me go to the entrance of the royal forbidden area to take a look?" Rocky pleaded earnestly.

The elders gathered together in a small circle and started discussing the matter in whispers. It was a matter of great importance after all, so they had to think about it carefully. Especially after what happened with Alston, they had to be cautious, so as not to repeat the same mistake.

Rocky and Lena waited patiently. After around an hour, the elders finally came to a conclusion.

Elder Brendan stepped forward. "Your Royal Highness, the emperor and the Witch are the only ones who are allowed to enter the forbidden area of the royal family. But since the current emperor is imprisoned in the Dragon Master Clan, we will make an exception this time. But we need a promise from you," he said on behalf of the other elders.

"Go ahead." Rocky nodded curtly.

forbidden area within the next three days, we want you to temporarily act as the emperor of the Holy Dragon Empire. You are the best candidate for succession. Moreover, the Three Great Generals of the empire admire you very much. If you ascend the throne, it will appease the public. Moreover, it will quickly erase the troubles created by Alston, and bring peace to the Holy Dragon Empire." The other elders nodded in unison. Lena looked at Rocky's grim expression. After a pause, Elder Brendan continued, "We will save your

the condition for entering the forbidden area, then I give you my word," Rocky agreed. In view of the current situation, even if he couldn't

you wish," Elder Brendan said after exchanging glances

you," Rocky said gratefully,

please guide them to the entrance." Elder Brendan gestured to

them headed for the entrance of the royal forbidden area.

high and was built against the mountain. Both sides of the stone doors were engraved with parallel dragon-shaped

the stone arch, go all the way to the end of the road. There, you will find the entrance to the royal forbidden area. Prince Basil, under no circumstance should you try to force your way in. The entrance is protected

huge dragon sculptures in front of him. He then looked at Lena and said, "Let's go." She

a loud rumbling sound, as if they were heaving a heavy sigh because of the disturbance. It was pitch black behind the stone arch; even the sunlight from

looked at each other and then walked side by side through the open stone arch and into the darkness within. The moment they stepped into the darkness, the stone arch closed once

Rocky and Lena felt like they had fallen into a bottomless abyss. But soon, flames rose on both