Looking at the ground from a high altitude, a palace several hundred meters high stands majestically. Its appearance is as crystal clear as snowflakes. It is afternoon, and the pure sunlight is shining on the palace, refracting bits and pieces of brilliance, like stars in the sky.
Landing on earth, like the city itself, the outer walls of the palace are also made of finely carved white rocks. Small mosaics are inlaid between the stones, outlining complex patterns. The golden brilliance shines in the sunlight.
The entrance is at the intersection of the fifth and sixth floors. Huge arches and towering spiers point straight into the sky. Each column is like a finely carved work of art. The top is decorated with golden balls, shining brightly.
Dazzling light.
Most of the buildings inside have semicircular, torch-shaped spires. What can be clearly distinguished is a series of main halls and halls distributed along the central axis, as well as a church that is taller than other buildings.
Soon, the Thunder Eagle landed on the uppermost apron of New Polonia. When Soshyan walked out of the cabin, Mikael had already led a group of officials from the Planetary Governor's Mansion to wait at the foot of the ramp.
After arriving at Soshyang, everyone knelt down neatly on one knee.
Although in principle they do not need to be so groveling to an Astartes, Soshyan also has the identity of another imperial governor, which is higher than almost all bureaucrats in the Storm Star Territory.
"Everyone, there is no need to be polite."
While walking down the ramp of the landing platform, Soshyan said calmly, and Mikael and others immediately stood up.
No need to say anything more, Soshyan walked into the Governor's Mansion surrounded by everyone, and entered the main hall of the Governor's Mansion through the gate. It is also the place where the Governor receives imperial envoys, holds welcome ceremonies and holds succession ceremonies.
This place can be said to be extremely luxurious. The hanging crystal chandeliers hang down like waterfalls. The crystal clear crystals emit rainbow-like brilliance under the light. The floor is paved with smooth white marble, which reflects light shadows when walking.
It's like stepping into another world.
The walls are inlaid with exquisite murals, depicting religious stories and legends of saints. The pious chanting of the choir echoes in the empty and solemn hall, adding a mysterious and solemn religious color to the palace. The central dome with complex patterns
on gold
The chandeliers swayed gently in the artificial breeze, making sweet tinkling sounds, and all of the huge windows had hollow patterns depicting various ancient stories, and every corner was decorated - or gilded sculptures.
, or a screen inlaid with gems.
Soshyan and his Terminator guards stepped on the long and wide thick red carpet and entered the main hall. The leaders and dignitaries from all aspects of the planet stood behind the pillars on both sides of the passage.
Suddenly, the Terminators stopped and lightly punched the ground with their spears, while Soshyan continued to move forward.
At the end of the red carpet is a raised platform, carved from some kind of patterned marble, inlaid with gold on the edges, and various gargoyle shapes. At the top is a throne with an eagle emblem, paved with red
The silk satin, with a flag of the Pechinka family behind it, is the position of the planet's governor, but there is no one there now.
There was a person standing under the high platform. He was covered in layers of dresses and thick fur coats. A young and delicate pale face was exposed from the towering collar. He wore a very heavy-looking and jeweled crown on his head.
Although he tried very hard to appear calm, his hand holding the aquila staff, which symbolized the governor's power, was beating uneasily.
Finally, Soshyan, who had walked more than ten steps, stopped and looked at each other quietly.
"Your Majesty... Your Majesty is upon the Throne! Welcome! Chapter Master Soshyan Alexey of the great Astral Knights Chapter, glorious Archon Nessen, on behalf of all the people of Volistad, thank you
Your helping hand in times of crisis! And I pay you the highest respect."
After trying to say this in a calm and sincere tone, the young governor bowed and saluted Soshyan, avoiding Soshyan's gaze.
Although his makeup tried to make him more masculine, Soshyan could still tell that both his appearance and temperament were more feminine. To put it more vulgarly, he looked like a girl.
After a few seconds of silence, Soshiyang said slowly:
"Salute to you, Governor Yuri Orikov Pechenka. It is our destiny and duty to protect the people of the empire. The sacrifice of the Pechenka family is regrettable. Please express our condolences."
Yuri straightened up.
"Thank you for your concern. I will definitely inherit the family's will and work hard to protect Volistad for the throne."
Soshyan looked at him and suddenly said something unexpected.
"Are you really confident?"
Yuri was stunned for a moment.
"ah..."
Soshyan then repeated it again.
"Are you really confident that you can do this?"
He obviously didn't expect Soshyan to ask this, so after hesitating for a moment, he replied:
"Of course... of course we have confidence, as long as our faith is firm..."
But the weakness in his tone could not be concealed at all, so Soshyan said nothing and just asked a third time.
"Governor Yuri, do you really have confidence?"
Soshyan's rich voice echoed between the dome and the columns. Yuri Olikov Pechinka visibly flinched, his expression became unnatural, beads of sweat began to appear on his painted face, and his eyes were subconscious.
Move to the right, which is the direction where Mikael is.
For a moment, the crowd waiting on both sides also made a very weak sound. Some people had mocking expressions on their faces, some looked eager to try, and most looked like they were watching the show, but only one person's face
Showing worry and concern.
Seeing the other party's delay in answering, Soshi said loudly:
"Protecting the emperor's territory and people requires strength. Although will and belief can bring us strength, it is not always enough, especially when faced with unpredictable crises."
His words didn't say anything, but they said everything. If his majesty hadn't been too oppressive to mortals, someone might have jumped out and added insult to injury.
"Lord Soshyan, all those who are loyal to the Pechinka family and the empire have confidence in this! They all have confidence in the Governor!"
When Mikael came out and knelt down on one knee, the subtle words in the crowd instantly turned into whispers. Soshyan turned his gaze slightly, and after a while he said:
"Besides you, is there anyone loyal to the Pechinka family now?"
His words were very direct, almost like questioning. Although this was quite rude in public, no one would have any objections coming out of his mouth.
"some!"
Mikael was decisive, then turned around and swept his arm.
"Everyone here is!"
In an instant, all the sounds disappeared. They looked at Mikael in shock and quickly reacted——
They've been tricked!
Soshiyang also showed a faint smile at this time, and couldn't help but admire this man's quick wit in his heart.
After all, everyone present, no matter which family they come from, is in principle a subordinate of the governor. If they say that they are not loyal to the Pechenka family, it is tantamount to openly saying that they are traitors, which is undoubtedly a suicide act.