Chapter 613： The king fingered eight

In the magnificently decorated golden hall, the royal musicians played hard, and the melodious music echoed in it.

"Lord Price Parker—here!"

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"Lord Pearson Abbott—here!"

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The ceremonial officer standing at the door kept calling names.

One after another, nobles from the Aldo Kingdom walked into the golden hall.

Even though they were all big figures who ruled the country, most of them still couldn't restrain their inner excitement when they entered this sacred hall.

Some people looked solemn, some were extremely cautious, some looked around, and some even had tears in their eyes.

The territory of the Aldo Kingdom is very vast, and there are many lords who are enfeoffed in various places. There are not many opportunities for the lords of the whole country to gather together.

Not all lords have seen such a big scene, and some have never even been to the capital in their entire lives.

Most of the lords are automatically divided into groups according to the region.

But there are also those who seize this rare opportunity to expand their relationships.

On the northwest side of the bay, Duke Henry Ferdinand looked puzzled at the mysterious smiles on the faces of Price Parker and others.

Poor Henry, when he set off on a boat with the big guys, he had to return to the port because of severe seasickness, and then rushed to Jingyao by land.

So he just arrived here.

His Excellency the Duke asked strangely: "I think you guys are hiding something important from me. Also, where did Paul go? Why didn't you see him?"

Derrick Heller couldn't hold back anymore, he whispered in the Duke's ear, "It's actually like this..."

"Father in heaven!"

After listening to Derrick's words, Henry Ferdinand's eyes widened as big as a bull's, with a look of disbelief on his face.

In the side hall off the hall.

The protagonist of this party - Aldo King Rodney XVIII is doing the final dressing.

Several court servants surrounded him, keeping their eyes on the king, checking if there was anything wrong.

Of course, there are more than kings here.

Rodney XVIII will be joined by several other members of the royal inner circle.

The king's wife, Queen Emily Rodney.

The king's father, Prince Jassim Rodney.

The king's two younger brothers, Eureko Rodney and August Rodney, are now also princes.

The king's sister—his uncle's daughter—Princess Catherine Rodney.

Another was Earl Paul Greiman, who was about to become the king's brother-in-law.

The former queen, Phyllis, and another princess, Irene Rodney, were not present, because according to Aldo tradition, women other than the queen are not required to attend such occasions.

Catherine is here, on the one hand, because she is a figure who has an important influence on the politics of the kingdom, and on the other hand, the king is going to announce her marriage here to the lords of the country.

As for Paul, he was invited to the palace yesterday afternoon to meet Catherine and Irene's mother, Phyllis. The future mother-in-law was quite satisfied with him, so Paul stayed for dinner and stayed in the palace overnight.

This morning, Rodney XVIII asked him to attend the audience of the lords with him.

It's just that after Paul came to the side hall, he was a little familiar with King Rodney XVIII, but he was not familiar with anyone else, including Catherine, who was about to become his fiancée.

He is slightly uncomfortable here.

"Your Majesty!" He asked softly next to Rodney XVIII, "Should I go to the hall and be with the other northwestern lords?"

After all, the marriage between himself and Catherine has not been announced yet.

"Oh! No no! Paul." Rodney XVIII said with a smile: "You are about to become my brother-in-law, how can you be with other people, of course you should be with me...with us."

His eyes turned to Catherine. "We're family, aren't we?"

Catherine turned her face away expressionlessly, making Rodney XVIII annoyed.

"Boy!"

A voice sounded from behind, and at the same time Paul felt a pat on the shoulder.

He turned and saw that it was the king's father, Prince Jassim Rodney.

"Oh, Your Royal Highness!"

The prince smiled with kindness on his face, "Just call me Uncle Jassim, just like Catherine."

"I learned a lot about you from Your Majesty. You are an excellent child. I believe you will take good care of Catherine."

Paul nodded firmly on his face, "Please rest assured, I will do my best."

"Woo!" Prince Jassim choked up. Tears welled up in the corners of his eyes, and he had to take out a handkerchief to wipe his eyes.

Prince Jassim said sadly: "It would be great if my poor brother was still alive. He will cry with joy when he sees you."

His other two sons - Yuriko and August - came up to comfort himFather, don't be sad, he will be happy in the arms of the Lord of Light. "

"Yes, I think my uncle will be relieved to hear the news in heaven."

Yuriko looked at Paul, "Paul!"

He should be a very familiar person.

"We are all delighted to have new blood in the royal family."

What are you doing? I am not married!

Paul complained in his heart, and responded with a smile on his face: "I am also honored to be a family member with you."

He glanced furtively at Catherine, wondering if he should speak to her.

Catherine just stared at a mirror in a daze.

At this moment a court attendant entered the wing.

He respectfully bowed to King Rodney XVIII, and reported: "Your Majesty, all the lords have gathered in the hall, please go there!"

"Okay! Everyone!"

Rodney XVIII shouted, "It's time for us to pass, everyone is waiting for us."

At this time, Catherine approached Paul and stood side by side with him, probably wanting to go out with him.

August smiled at them, "You will be blessed by everyone."

Paul's intuition told him that August's words were sincere, more sincere than his father and brothers.

He smiled and nodded to August to express his thanks.

To Paul's slight surprise, Catherine also smiled at August, though a little stiffly.

Rodney XVIII started to walk towards the golden hall.

Members of the royal family, including Paul and Catherine, followed him one by one.

As soon as the king appeared on the stage, the music in the hall suddenly changed from soothing to urgent, and became more high-pitched and magnificent.

Rodney XVIII walked to the side of the throne and sat down slowly.