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Chapter 644 - 39 Founding the Nation and the Dragon Flag_2

Chapter 644: Chapter 39 Founding the Nation and the Dragon Flag_2

"Lord Governor."

The Dragon General saluted with a gesture.

The elder slightly nodded, "Ah, it is indeed Dragon General, it has been over a month since you accepted the Dragon Slayer mission, have you made any achievements?"

"Mission Accomplished, I have brought the Dragon Head," he responded.

As he spoke, Dragon General submitted the Dragon Head, and a massive White Dragon’s head suddenly appeared in the hall.

The State Governor looked on in astonishment.

"What a feat by the Dragon General, to have truly succeeded in slaying a dragon. Excellent, it seems a king shall emerge in Fengyin State, how gratifying, how wondrous! Come, everyone, follow me. Someone, take this Dragon Head to the State Temple."

Xiao Jie was somewhat puzzled by the joy of the State Governor; after all, what role would the Governor have if a nation was established?

Curiosity struck him about the potential conflicts and disputes that could arise with the State Mansion after nation-building. Or would each entity go about its own business?

Having played the game for some time, he had a reasonable understanding of its story background. This world seemed to differ from the ancient chaotic times of Huaxia—it wasn’t set in an era of warring factions.

Given the presence of demons, Ghosts, and other Evil Spirits outside the realms of humanity, the government’s primary duty was to maintain control, protect the people, and defend the various villages, towns, and cities. It was hard enough to preserve one’s own territory, let alone expand and compete for dominance over the world.

It seemed that the Governor of Fengyin was not an overly ambitious feudal lord, but more akin to a local official safeguarding the people.

At this moment, four Warriors came in to lift the Dragon Head and began to walk outside.

The party followed the Governor out of the government office, with the Dragon Soaring players naturally falling in step. The surrounding players called out in astonishment, and even the NPCs came out to join the throng.

"Look, that’s the Dragon Head!"

"Fantastic, at last a Human King has emerged!"

"Hush, not a Human King yet. Do not speak carelessly."

"Such a huge Dragon Head, the Dragon Flag shall fly high once more after hundreds of years!"

Xiao Jie, listening to the NPCs’ conversations, gained slight insight.

They finally arrived at the State Temple, where several temple priests had been waiting outside.

The Governor declared with fervor: "Elders, quickly consecrate this Dragon Head, summon the Dragon Soul to its rightful place, cast the flag, build the nation!"

The Warriors lifted the Dragon Head onto the altar where several temple priests approached, chanting Spells and casting. Another Warrior hoisted an Ochre Banner with cloud-swirling patterns, standing to the side.

As the chanting of Spells continued, a white apparition gradually emerged from the Dragon Head, none other than the White Emperor’s Son.

Xiao Jie was startled; what was happening? He was slightly nervous, and in fact, the other Dragon Soaring players were also on guard, while only Dragon General remained composed.

He had not experienced the nation-building quest before but surmised that the NPCs had their own script for it.

With a Furious Roar, the White Dragon declared, "You mere mortals, how dare you harm me, confining my soul yet again, and even intending to use my soul to forge a Dragon Flag, how preposterous!"

The Roar echoed, and although it was just a residual soul, the majesty of a True Dragon remained, scaring the nearby civilians to shudder in Fear.

The Governor’s expression was stern, unafraid, "White Emperor’s Son, I know you are descended from a Divine Dragon that defended the nation, how can you now utter such nonsensical words? In bygone years, the Longhua Empire revered dragons, and your Dragon Clan received countless incense offerings from the people, attaining wondrous Divine Skills through Cultivation.

Now that the Empire is fragmented and the common folk are in dire straits, the people wander destitute in the wilderness, with demons bringing misfortune upon the world. It is time for the descendants of the Divine Dragons to step forward, how can you shirk your duty and refuse the command?

An ancient proverb says, ’The world’s great affairs will cycle through separation and union; after prolonged division, a union is inevitable.’ Now is the time decreed by the Heavenly Mandate for the Human King to emerge. Your Dragon Clan should comply with the Heavenly Mandate, your bones transformed into weapons, soul merged into flags, safeguarding the fortunes of the new country, restoring the glorious era of the Human King. Only then will the honor and luxury you enjoyed before death not have been in vain."

Once more, the White Emperor’s Son let out a Roar, "Roar, the honor of serving the nation, the desires of the people, they all pertain to Jin Yuanzi. What do these have to do with me? That Divine Dragon was Jin Yuanzi; it was him whom your mortals and populace worshipped, and from whom I never received a single wisp of incense. And now after you mortals slaughtered and butchered me, destroying my millennia of cultivation overnight, my pure body turned into mere meat on the chopping block, today you wish for me to submit to you lowly mortals, what foolish delusions."

The White Dragon soul fiercely lunged at the State Governor, as if it wanted to tear the insignificant mortal before it into pieces.

However, it was trapped by several temple priests chanting scriptures and spells, with dozens of enormous talisman banners appearing out of thin air, ensnaring the White Emperor’s Son’s Dragon Soul within.

The White Emperor’s Son bit and charged, and although it was only a residual soul, its furious might still frightened the people into stepping back, with the more timid immediately kneeling to pray.

The State Governor, fearless, scoffed: "Now that your life is gone, the scattering of your soul is but a fleeting thought away from me, and yet you dare be so insolent, truly foolish.

But the heavens are merciful, and today, I shall explain things to you in detail.

With the Empyrean above and the Earth Deity below, if you refuse to comply, today will be the day your soul disperses and your existence is eradicated.

You should know the Way of the Divine: to cultivate with the nation. If you accept this Heavenly Mandate and protect a land, should this nascent nation’s path flourish and unite the Nine States, you will not lack the honor of cultivating with the nation nor the Divine position of a nation-protecting Divine Dragon.

Even if your physical body turns to dust, your soul can endure, and with a Divine position to match, is that not a beautiful prospect?

Life or death, the enjoyment of a Divine position or the dispersal of your soul — think it over carefully."

The White Emperor’s Son roared for a while, charging and colliding within the talismans, but its soul, like a shadow, grew increasingly insubstantial, almost dissipating.

Long Xingtianxia watched anxiously; if the White Emperor’s Son stubbornly refused to the end, then wouldn’t the Dragon Head have been slain in vain?

However, after seeing the State Governor’s calm demeanor, his heart somewhat settled.

Xiao Jie, on the other hand, watched with great interest. He had thought the State Governor would have some profound persuasion, but as it turned out, it was nothing more than a mixture of threats and incentives. But you know what? Those words made a lot of sense. Unless the White Dragon’s way of thinking was completely different from humans, how could it not submit?

Whether they’re immortals or True Dragons, they probably can’t escape the rules imposed by human hearts.

Indeed, after struggling for a while, the White Emperor’s Son, unable to withstand the fear of soul dispersion, let out a lofty Dragon Roar, adopting a proud posture.

"Enough, enough, since the Heavenly Mandate decrees it so, then I shall entrust my soul to you. Mortals, build a shrine in my honor, offer the incense of all four seasons, worship with sincerity, and I shall protect your nation’s destiny. Just do not let my sacrifice be in vain."

Having spoken, the White Dragon soared into the sky, circled above the State Temple, drawing exclamations of surprise from the players, then dove into the Ochre Banner. The massive phantom of the White Dragon gradually transformed into a White Dragon pattern on the flag, lifelike and vivid.

The temple priests chanted and recited spells again, and the banner began to emit bursts of splendid light, looking extraordinary and mystical.

The State Governor gestured with his hand, and a Warrior carried the Dragon Flag over.

"Dragon General, the Dragon Flag is forged, the nation’s name must be established. You have the ambition to build a nation and the grand vision to support the world; you must have had some thoughts about this, so tell me, what is the name of your country?"

Long Xingtianxia said, "Let’s name it the Dragon Soaring Empire."

The State Governor showed a wry smile, "Heh, a mere fledgling nation dares to claim ’Empire’? A nation’s name cannot be chosen lightly. As it stands, your country is just starting, with but a few hundred citizens and but a scrap of land, nothing more than a Commoner Country. Better choose another name."

"Then, let it be Dragon Soaring Country."

"Hmm, that’s more like it. Are you sure you want to use this name?"

A confirmation prompt immediately appeared before Long Xingtianxia.

system prompt: Do you confirm the country name as [Dragon Soaring Country], Yes/No? (Note: Once the country name is confirmed, it cannot be changed.)

Long Xingtianxia chose Yes.

"Very well, I, Liu Gongxi, the State Governor of Fengyin State, hereby declare that Dragon Soaring Country is officially established, as the second nation in this era following the destruction of the Longhua Empire.

This White Dragon Sacred Banner is now yours, may the soul of the White Dragon protect your country’s prosperity, dispel the demon miasma of the Seven States, and recreate the joyful land of the Nine States."

[World Announcement: Under the leadership of Long Xingtianxia and the Dragon Soaring Knights, they succeeded in slaying a dragon to establish a nation, named Dragon Soaring, becoming the second player-led country. Current Country Level — Commoner Country...]

PS: Extra Chapter +1, still owe one more Chapter this month.