Chapter 57: Rewards, an Unimportant Opportunity

The Great Shaw Empire, the Sovereign City.

As the core city of The Great Shaw Empire, the Sovereign City had the most flowing population. At the four city gates, people came and went non-stop every day.

But today, the wild areas outside the Sovereign City were full of people. They had already gathered by themselves the night before, cleaning up monsters.

Some even set up tents right there and waited all night.

"Look! There’s a flying pet!"

"Is that Aiden from The White City?"

"It doesn’t look like it."

"Ah, I got excited for nothing. I waited all night just to see Aiden."

"The videos online have him, he’s so handsome."

"But that’s not the same, the video is fake. I need to see him with my own eyes to feel satisfied."

People kept talking. They were all here for Aiden. The invasion of the Abyss was a hidden fear in everyone’s heart.

Besides them, people from other countries also saw the stories about Aiden online. But they didn’t believe it, thinking it was all made up.

Because Earth is too small for the Abyss, when it first appeared a thousand years ago, humans have been constantly suppressed.

After so many years, except for the Legendary figures in history, almost no one could do what Aiden did.

In other words, Aiden is a miracle that is happening right in front of our eyes!

And he will definitely be recorded in the history of the Great Shaw Empire, becoming a legendary figure.

"Look! It’s Luke Lord’s pet!"

"They’re coming! This time it must be Aiden!"

"Hurry! Light fireworks, hold up banners!"

In the sky, Luke gently patted the feathers of the Giant Dark Raven, and the bird immediately slowed down its flight.

Aiden looked at Luke, and Luke smiled and said."At least, the people should get a good look at their hero."

"The Sovereign City has a defense barrier in the sky. Normally, flying is not allowed. But today, the Empress herself has allowed you to fly all the way from outside the city to the palace."

"I and the others will wait for you at the palace gate."

Luke signaled Aiden to use his flying gear. Aiden stuck his head out and looked down.

Just one look, and the flash of countless cameras, along with the cheers of thousands of people, made him pull his head back quickly.

"What’s wrong?" Luke asked with a smile.

Aiden shook his head. He just felt a bit strange. Not long ago, he was just a new Iron Rank Magic Apprentice, and now he had suddenly become a hero of the empire.

Aiden took a deep breath, and his Iron Dragon wings on his back suddenly spread open, looking very powerful!

The red Abyss demon cloak flew freely in the air, very eye-catching.

Aiden stood on the back of the Giant Dark Raven, took a deep breath, and then took a step forward into the air!

The ground shook with the people’s cheers, and countless raised hands formed a special road just for Aiden!

The fireworks that shot up into the sky burst open in the air, like flowers adding color to the night.

"Aiden!"

"Aiden!"

"Aiden!"

A chorus of cheers guided Aiden’s way.

In the very center of the Sovereign City, Empress Eira watched from a distance, her face usually cold and serious now showing a small, happy smile.

The empire didn’t lack money or resources. What it lacked was real talent.

Although Aiden’s record only showed him as an Iron Rank Magic Apprentice, Atlas had said that Aiden was probably a Platinum Rank Magic Apprentice.

This was rare, but it did happen.

A person’s rank could go up with their profession. That only showed that Aiden had started low, but his potential was huge.

Luke going to The White City was a good example. He had started as a Silver Rank Priest, and now he was a level 89 Tyrant Cleric.

Aiden’s future achievements should be even greater than Luke’s!

But just as Eira was thinking this, Felix spoke up beside her: "Your Majesty, the title of Imperial Hero is enough as a reward. Aiden still has dark magic skills..."

The other ministers nodded in agreement with Felix.

Eira’s eyes flickered with annoyance, but she couldn’t ignore the issue.

After all, there had been talented people before who had betrayed the empire and joined the Evil Demons Guild. That was a disgrace, and it couldn’t happen again.

"Relax." Eira said calmly. "I’ve already decided. In addition to the title of Imperial Hero, Aiden will also get a chance to enter an imperial secret trial."

Felix’s face changed, but he quickly thought of something and surprisingly didn’t object.

James and Atlas exchanged a look, both feeling a bit strange.

But at this moment, Aiden was almost here.

Empress Eira held her staff and took two steps toward Aiden, walking forward to meet him.

She was the empress of the Great Shaw Empire, and those two steps showed just how much she valued Aiden.

"The White City, Aiden. Greeting the Empress!" Aiden folded his Iron Dragon wings and landed on the ground.

Before he could even start to bow, Empress Eira spoke quickly: "No need to bow. You are an imperial hero. You don’t need to bow to anyone."

Aiden nodded. He looked at Eira. She was dressed in luxurious royal clothes, and she radiated a strong sense of pride.

Her face was perfectly beautiful, with deep and sharp features, and she had a kind of magical power that made people feel too afraid to look straight at her. Her neck was smooth and perfect, like a piece of art.

"Come here. This is the military’s greatest warrior, James. General James."

"This is Atlas, the head of the Sovereign City Reclasser Association."

"This is..." Empress Eira started introducing the people around her. It seemed like she did it on purpose—she introduced the military leaders first.

James smiled at Aiden and said."Vivi mentioned you. And this time, you saved her twice."

"After the banquet, if you have time, you can come visit the Taylor family. Your tactical thinking is strong, but your combat skills still need some improvement."

Aiden nodded carefully. James was the empire’s military god. He had fought in so many battles.

His combat experience and skills were among the best in the empire!

Before Aiden even had a chance to say yes, Atlas couldn’t help but speak up: "My daughter Vespera also often talks about you, Aiden. We had a chance to meet in the Abyss before, but I was fighting against Ethan that time, so I missed it."

"Let’s see. After the banquet, I’ll take you to the Wexley family. They just had an Epic-class mount, and it’s about to give birth."

The enthusiasm of the two top leaders made Aiden a little uncomfortable, but he didn’t get too excited. He calmly responded, saying he would definitely visit them if he had time.

Finally, Empress Eira started introducing the ministers, including Felix.

Felix smiled with a fake expression and said."Young man, by the way, my grandson Owen also met you. He’s almost fully recovered now. You can go visit him."

Owen?

Aiden smiled, but he knew that guy had been in a really bad situation. He had lost both his legs and hated Aiden a lot. Why would he go visit him?

"I can go, but I wonder if Owen would be scared."

When he said that, Felix’s face instantly changed. His fake smile disappeared.

Eira looked at Aiden and thought to herself."So fast? You already saw through my plan? You’re really smart."

She had intentionally introduced the military leaders to Aiden first. Most people, if they didn’t think carefully, might not understand her meaning.

But Aiden didn’t need to think at all. He seemed to understand her idea right away.

"This is also a minister of the Sovereign City, Kevin. He’s in charge of the city’s finances..." Eira continued introducing.

She watched Aiden’s reaction carefully.

She noticed that Aiden was polite, but he was much colder toward these ministers than he was toward the military leaders.

Sure enough, her thought was right.

"This kid not only has the potential to become a military god, but he also has a good sense of politics." Eira thought, her eyes getting brighter and brighter.

Soon, after introducing all the key people of the Sovereign City, a servant came forward with several golden trays.

Eira’s expression became serious, and she spoke in a firm voice."Aiden, from The White City, eighteen years old. In the event of the Abyss attacking The White City, he performed perfectly. He has been awarded the title of Imperial Hero!"

Eira raised her staff, and a beam of golden light flew from one of the trays and landed on Aiden’s head.

[Imperial Hero: Special Title. Can be shown or turned off. When turned on, Agility +2000, Spirit +3000, Extra Health +30,000. During battle, deals 10% more damage to imperial enemies. Enjoy hero privileges. No need to bow to anyone. In case of emergencies, can call up to 300 soldiers from any city.]

"Given Aiden’s excellent performance in the war, the empire will grant him the rank of lieutenant colonel, a chance to enter the imperial secret realm, one Starlight Rank equipment, and plus 5 billion!"

Eira looked at Aiden. Such a rich reward should make any young person very excited.

But Aiden’s expression was calm. There was no sign of excitement in his eyes. He said."Thank you, Your Majesty. Thank you, the empire."

Eira wanted to ask why Aiden was so calm. The total value of these rewards was more than a hundred billion!

The imperial secret realm was a place that could help improve a person’s professional level. Any genius would fight hard to get a chance.

Did Aiden not know about the imperial secret realm?

Eira couldn’t help but explain a little about how valuable it was.

Aiden rubbed his nose and said."Well, the chance to enter the imperial secret realm... it’s not really important to me."