Princess Odosia, who was standing in the distance, watched all this calmly, neither leaving nor participating in it. Although this triumphal ceremony was actually held for Justinian, the woman's purpose was actually to observe the big boy named Justinian in this way.

Although she seemed a little timid and immature in this regard, Justinian's performance did not disappoint Odosia. At least the current empire needs not a mediocre master of success, but a person who can truly turn the tide. Unconsciously, Odosia has regarded Justinian as the most suitable candidate, and now she finally understands why Muzfius chose him.

At this moment, little Helena, who had been asleep in her mother's arms before, finally woke up, but pulled her mother's dress, pointed at the army returning home with wide eyes and asked curiously: "Mom, mom, it's that uncle, what is he doing!" Although she was young, the little girl still had some impression of Justinian. In her daughter's eyes, Odosia found that in addition to being curious, there seemed to be some other emotions in her pure eyes.

On the other side, Justinian, who was wearing military uniforms, walked towards Princess Odosia and saluted slowly:

"You have troubled you, Your Highness Princess!"

"This is what you and your hard-working subordinates deserve. The enemy troops with more than 5,000 people in the Battle of Athens were wiped out, which is enough to carry out a triumphant victory at any time. What's more, the empire now needs an inspiring victory to inspire everyone's courage." Odosia said lightly.

But Justinian shook his head: "I'm not talking about this. It's your orderly governance of the city in this part of my absence. If you didn't have your help, I'm afraid I wouldn't have the intention to enjoy the triumphal sensation now."

Odosia was slightly stunned at first, then showed a meaningful smile, and her appreciation for Justinian became even deeper. "Is this what I should do? I should pick up the responsibility of being the imperial princess as you told me. Unfortunately, I can't prepare a golden crown for you, otherwise this triumphal ceremony would be even more exciting."

Odosia, who had participated in the observation as a child, still remembers the memory of that time. Compared with today's embarrassment, she naturally feels very regretful. But Justinian smiled bitterly and his eyes drifted to the nobles not far away, and complained half-jokingly: "Don't do this, otherwise, it will only make those guys dislike me even more. Although I am the adopted son of Grand Duke Anastasius and the heir of the Imperial Duke Moria in name, those guys may still not regard me as a person as before."

"It all depends on your own choice, right?" However, as soon as the jokes like Justinian were finished, an old and hoarse voice suddenly rang out. "As a superior, you must always choose your own path. Since you have embarked on a difficult and difficult journey, you must get used to this loneliness. It is useless to compromise blindly, and they are just stumbling blocks to your future progress."

At this time, Justinian and Princess Odosia both were slightly startled and turned their heads subconsciously. They saw that Grand Duke Anastasius, who had been in the monastery, had appeared behind him at some point. Under the support of the young monk, he bent with a cane inlaid with turquoise stones, the old man kindly greeted the two of them.

"Long time no see. I haven't been asking about the world for two months. I didn't expect to come out of the monastery and hear good news from you, my child." Anastasius looked at Justinian and smiled.

Justinian immediately bent down and saluted, and in a tone that was still unaccustomed to, "Sir, Father."

But the old man poked Justinian's shoulder with a crutch and said, "If there is no one else in private, just call as you are used to. You are awkward, I, the old man, are also awkward. If my child is still there, maybe my grandson will be about the same age as you." The laughing autocrat took the regrets of the past and turned his head to salute Odosia in front of him:

"Same Gui'an, dear Princess, I wish you good health!"

Although he has a noble status and a prominent position, compared to the true purple nobleman, the autocratic Duke also has to be aside at this time. In this regard, Grand Duke Anastasius has no intention of relying on his seniority at all.

Similarly, Princess Odosia strictly adheres to the duties of a junior, and is also respectful and without any laziness. "May God's blessing also give you precious health!"

"Well, it's been a long time since we've seen each other. Hello, little Helena, do you still remember grandpa?" Grand Duke Anastasius waved at the little girl in Odosia's arms, and his face showed the kindness of a rare elder.

Helena, who was only two or three years old, nodded and replied sweetly: "Well, of course I remember you, Grandpa!"

"That grandpa is so happy. In the past two months, I have been afraid that little Helena will forget my old bones!" Grand Duke Anastasius said, stroking his bearded man.

The happy girl obviously liked this elder very much. She blinked excitedly and jumped out of her mother's arms, grabbed the old man's robe and acted coquettishly.

"Grandpa, have you brought me a gift this time?"

"Don't be so rude, Helena..."

"Helena, don't be so rude..."

The little girl pretended not to hear what the embarrassed mother said, and Gu Zi looked at Anastasius with anticipation, while the old man smiled kindly and took out a small gift and handed it to the little girl.

"Wow, so beautiful..."

It is a small pendant, but it is better because of its exquisite workmanship. It captures the girl's heart in an instant.

"Grandpa, thank you, I will definitely cherish this."

"Just like it, just like it." The old man seemed to like children from the bottom of his heart. His eyes looked at Little Helena as if his kind and kind grandfather pampered his granddaughter.

"This is too expensive." Princess Odosia, who felt deeply inappropriate, wanted to refuse, but was stopped by Grand Duke Anastasius.
Chapter completed!