The Medallion

Two days later, the much-awaited wedding ceremony was held as scheduled.

The square in Gilbert's mansion, where the ceremony was going to be held, was crowded with guests and important figures. It was an understatement to say that the air was filled with gaiety.

However, in contrast to weddings done in the human race, it was more straightforward and was mostly just for formality.

At this moment, Rocky and Valeria were already at the high platform in their stunning wedding attire, receiving warm greetings and blessings from the guests.

But aside from the couple, the attention of most of the people was actually focused on Princess Layla, who came to the wedding to officiate the ceremony. It was known that Princess Layla was the most beautiful woman in the entire Shura Race. Moreover, since her mother was the former queen, many people really admired and adored her. Her presiding over the wedding ceremony was proof of her close relationship with the Ghost Fief.

After the brief ceremony, Rocky and Valeria got off the stage and prepared to cross the square so that they could enter their bridal chamber.

At the same time, Gilbert, Flora, and Princess Layla escorted the newly-wedded couple in person.

However, they suddenly noticed that a commotion was happening at the other side of the square. Eventually, the crowd parted in order to make way for someone. Soon enough, a domineering, tall man, who was accompanied by several peak-level Spiritual Emperors, appeared and walked towards Rocky and Valeria.

All members of the Shura Race who saw this man instantly showed fear and awe on their faces. In fact, they could not even look directly at him.

Although Rocky was just seeing this man for the first time, he could already tell from his demeanor, as well as from the reactions of the people, that this man was none other than the son of the current king—Prince Zain.

Obviously, Gilbert, Flora, and Princess Layla were all taken aback by Prince Zain's unexpected arrival. Of course, as a courtesy, Gilbert invited most members of the royal family, including Prince Zain. But normally, prominent figures like him would not come in person and would just send a representative.

Therefore, never did they expect that the prince would arrive at the wedding.

firmly, cupping his hands towards the couple.

did not expect to see you here in person. It's a huge honor for us and the newly-wedded couple!" Gilbert immediately

also did the same

why I would not," Zain

Layla just nodded and smiled

first. You must be a bit tired from the trip going here." Upon saying that, Gilbert was already about to ask someone to lead Zain and the Spiritual Emperors to take their seats, but the prince interrupted him.

Zain said with a

after, his attendants began to carry several large chests and laid them right in front of Rocky

actually contained precious

was a very generous gesture from Zain.

a luscious display of

came in person while bringing all these expensive gifts, it means that

He must want something

of these gifts!" Rocky expressed his gratitude after

part of it. Let me show you the real one." Then, Zain gestured to a peak-level Spiritual Emperor, who immediately stepped forward and presented a chest that looked slightly different

light instantly shot out. Then, as the dazzling light finally subsided, a unique bead could be seen lying inside it. Judging from the spiritual power that was

in the Shura Race, it is considered a rare treasure. I was informed that Valeria is already at the high grade of the

how precious the Spirit-nourishing Pearl was. At this point, it was becoming clearer that Zain's intention for giving

the competition for the successor to the throne had already begun. Although Zain possessed formidable power, it was not enough to guarantee his win. Therefore, he had to do his best to gain the support of several fiefs. After all, controlling the nine major fiefs was

support Princess Layla, they couldn't just accept this extremely valuable gift. Once they took it, the prince would surely take it as a sign that they would