In the imperial city of the Red Dragon Empire, the strongest human empire in the southern continent of Sara.
The old king sat weakly on a throne carved on a dragon's head. Behind him lay an adult red dragon that was taking a nap. The dragon's head alone was comparable to the king's throne, and its bloated body occupied more than half of the King's Meeting Hall.
The king's turbid eyes shone brightly as he looked at the golden-haired knight who was kneeling on the throne. She was wearing a knight's armor and a large cloak made of the fur of an unknown magical beast. The mischievous hair on her head always caught people's attention.
"My child…" The old king stretched out his wrinkled hand and beckoned the female knight to come over. The female knight raised her head, her beautiful face, delicate facial features, and a pair of beautiful green eyes. The hair on her head subconsciously moved, and she got up and half-knelt in front of the king.
"My cute child, Lily... Father is dying, and you... Are you ready to be a king?”The old king trembled as he stroked the female knight's head with his hand, as if it was the most precious treasure in the world.
"No, I can't! Father! Wait a little longer! You're the great Dragon Knight. You have to lead us to defeat those orcs again. You can't..." The female knight clenched her fists, lowered her head, and said in a low voice while trembling.
At this moment, the adult red dragon that had been lying behind him slowly opened its eyes and looked at the father and daughter."Foolish…You're not young anymore, Artoria. Solomon (I don't know Saber's father's name, heavens) was already in a critical condition when he signed the contract with me, and I…I'm old too."
The red dragon moved its head close to Solomon and looked at its companions over the years with a gaze full of love.
"Old friend, after you leave, I'm also preparing to return to the dragon tomb.”
A smile appeared on Solomon's wrinkled face, and he stroked the red dragon's chin with his other hand.""It's an honor to have worked with you for so long, old friend.”
Solomon slowly took off the crown on his head and handed it to Altoria with trembling hands. His green eyes were losing their light.
"Lili, Father is leaving soon. Take on this heavy responsibility and fight to protect the country and the people.”
Artolia lowered her head and approached Solomon. Solomon put the crown on her head with a smile, and his golden hair drooped weakly.
Solomon used the last of his strength to stroke the hair on Altolia's head. He leaned back on the throne with a smile. The last light in his eyes had disappeared. The most powerful king of the Red Dragon Empire had passed away with his beloved daughter and best friend. He was content.
" Woo!" Merdsack lowered his head and let out a deep moan.
"Father…Father!" Artolia's eyes were full of tears, but she tried hard not to let them flow out. She reached out her armored hand and gently closed Solomon's eyes.
"Ling ~~~~~~~~~~~~"
Mordsac suddenly raised his head and let out a distant dragon cry.
The long and deep dragon cry was filled with sorrow. The sound of the dragon cry spread out from the palace to the capital, and within a radius of ten thousand miles, one could hear the sad dragon cry of Merdesak.
Outside the court, the Guardian Knights and the officials of the Red Dragon Empire knelt on the ground and shouted in unison,"
"May Sala bless the king's soul to return to its source!”
"May the empire be eternal!"
Suddenly, a huge dragon flew out from Jin Wang Court and arrived at the square outside. Mordersac glanced at the officials and said that they could enter. Then, he flapped his wings and created a gust of wind before flying away.
When the officials entered the court, they saw Altoria standing beside Solomon with a crown on her head. She looked at the officials who came in and said,"
"Prepare my father's funeral. From now on, I will be the sixth king of the Red Dragon Empire.”
"Yes! Your Majesty!"
To be continued
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