Chapter 1662: Chapter 1110: Shadows of the Past_2
Is it still an agricultural planet?
Not targeted by Corrupted Foil?
Impossible, a planet so full of life seems perfect for corruption...... Hmm......
"Mr. Knight? What are you thinking?"
Looking at Duanmu Huai leaning by the window watching the view outside, Ann curiously approached and asked.
"Oh, I was just thinking, if we were to issue an extinction order here, where would be the best place to start......"
"Uh...... Why would you think that?"
"Because this planet is really full of corruption elements. Never mind, just consider it my occupational habit."
"I think it’s best to change such occupational habits that make you want to burn other people’s planets to ashes."
Ann silently retorted, while Duanmu Huai laughed, reaching out to pat the little head of Ogis, who was sitting on his lap — ever since boarding the ship, Ogis had been seated there and never left, clearly making it her exclusive seat.
Quickly, the shuttle landed steadily on the helipad, where fully armed soldiers holding weapons were already standing around the perimeter. There were also many people dressed as flamboyantly as peacocks observing from outside...... They must be the inhabitants of this planet.
"Alright."
Duanmu Huai looked at the tall but slightly worn building before him, glanced at the huge Aquila emblem at its top, then withdrew his gaze, stood up, and casually placed Ogis on his shoulder.
"Let’s go."
As the group stepped out of the shuttle, they were greeted with deafening cheers. Streets and even overpasses were crowded with people, all casting curious, surprised, and amazed eyes towards Duanmu Huai’s group. However, Duanmu Huai wasn’t concerned; he merely glanced around before withdrawing his gaze. At the same time, Dada Niel, with attendants accompanying him, approached with a full smile.
"Ah, welcome, Great Judge, your presence truly makes this planet shine!"
"There’s no need for formalities. By the way, have you gained weight recently?"
Duanmu Huai pointed at Dada Niel’s belly; he remembered that when he first met Dada Niel, the latter was quite a fit man. But now, had he developed a beer belly?
"Hahaha, I’ve been too busy lately to exercise...... Making a joke of me, Great Judge."
Patting his belly, Dada Niel laughed nonchalantly, then raised his hand.
"Please follow me, Great Judge."
"Hmm."
With Dada Niel leading the way, Duanmu Huai’s group moved forward while observing the surrounding buildings and scenery. It was evident that this was a typical Imperial-style city.
What is Imperial style?
Towering statues everywhere, massive archways must feature skull symbols and patterns, and there are double-headed eagle emblems on the floors. All these things flaunted the glory of the Empire and the protection of The Emperor...... But Duanmu Huai saw something else.
"These things seem to have been renovated."
"Indeed, Great Judge, I knew you would see through it."
Dada Niel, who was walking beside Duanmu Huai guiding the way, laughed upon hearing this.
"To be honest, just a few years ago, this place was in a state of disrepair. These buildings were almost in ruins. If I hadn’t received your help, succeeding in my journey as a Merchant Voyager, this city might have been completely destroyed and turned into a forest of ruins."
"Oh......"
Hearing Dada Niel’s response, Duanmu Huai nodded silently without saying much.
Meanwhile, the group arrived at the grandest building’s entrance, where people were already waiting.
"His Majesty The Emperor."
Seeing Dada Niel arrive, one of them quickly stepped forward to kneel in greeting.
"Emperor?"
"Ah...... On this planet, I’m the Emperor now."
Noticing the look from Duanmu Huai, Dada Niel smiled awkwardly and explained.
"But soon, I will no longer be the Emperor, as I will resume my Merchant Voyager identity and revive the glory of my ancestors!"
"I’m quite interested in this story."
"Rest assured, I will report to you in detail."
Afterward, the group followed Dada Niel to the reception room, where they enjoyed delicious pastries and tea, while Duanmu Huai and others began to listen to Dada Niel recount the story of his family.
When Dada Niel was born, the Empire had already fallen. Like many civilizations that declined after the Empire’s demise, Dada Niel’s planet was initially just an ordinary medieval-like world. Their ancestor, the Merchant Voyager, left his descendants with this magnificent castle and a legend — that Dada Niel’s ancestor descended from the heavens in a golden chariot, summoned lightning and fire to destroy his enemies, and built this nation.
The Dada Niel family naturally became part of the Royal Family.
As a child, Dada Niel was just an ordinary Prince waiting to inherit the throne. But one day, while exploring the castle, he accidentally stumbled into a secret chamber. Inside the chamber were journals and records of Dada Niel’s ancestor — the former Merchant Voyager.