Chapter 577: Who Will Observe the Three‑Year Mourning in a Magical World?

Life wisdom: eat when you should eat, drink when you should drink, and don't let things weigh on your heart.

So even though the daytime uproar turned the whole city into a storm, after night fell Ji Ming still went straight back to the dungeon to sleep.

He fell asleep, and then the little boss suddenly popped up a transparent, multicolored, constantly flashing box like a disco hall, waking him up for real.

"What's up? Red and blue flashing nonstop—does it mean the crime's exposed, the cops finally came for me?"

Groggily opening his eyes, Ji Ming focused his gaze.

"WTF!"

He hurried to contact the police to turn himself in… wait, no, to ask Cang Lang's Adhesive Nation what the situation was, why they suddenly blew this huge matter wide open?

Cang Lang said nothing, but sent a document; Ji Ming opened it and found it was a Confidentiality Agreement.

Although hesitant, after skimming it he still added an electronic signature.

【Alright, speak up】

The answer is simple: with Earthlings' abilities one might produce such a complete report, but it's impossible to have it fresh on the table within twelve hours after the incident ends.

Therefore the actual author isn't an Earthling, or at least not solely an Earthling; another joint author simply refused the right to be credited.

As a member of the Sun Moon Star, the Pioneers seem to have blended into every aspect of Sun Moon, yet they're not that crucial—ultimately the only outsider at the table.

Thus any unspeakable words or ambiguous people or events from Hui Guang Kingdom can naturally be clarified through the Pioneers' mouth.

Take this report, for example; it maximally dramatizes the behind‑the‑scenes villain's cruelty and cunning while deleting many of Hui Guang Kingdom's policy blunders.

As a result, what was originally a terribly shameful, unrecordable disaster that stripped the kingdom of its dignity became a hopelessly earnest affair.

Moreover, since the big incident wasn't interfered with by the game system and players could freely share the intel with NPCs, this narrative quickly became the standard story for Hui Guang and neighboring realms.

Of course, if you ask Hui Guang's officials whether any of this is true or false, seeking verification, they'll only say.

"Sorry, all of this is a kingdom secret; we cannot disclose it for now."

Naturally, some clever folks saw that the Pioneers were coordinating with Royal Capital aristocrats to minimize the event's negative impact.

But whether it's Sunset Light or Dawn Light, these usually most lively opposition nobles all chose to remain silent now.

There's nothing to do; the matter is huge, the situation unclear, those two level‑90 sources are vague, so better not stir this bad luck.

Deep Forest Kingdom didn't kick a man when he was down; instead, it promptly sent Princess Fiya a condolence letter and dispatched another diplomatic delegation to discuss friendly matters.

…One can only say that although Hui Guang Kingdom suffers such human tragedies, past and present they're inseparable from them,

but at least in this operation the behind‑the‑scenes villain brought no Deep Forest personnel, showing they still have a shred of decency.

Thus, at this crucial diplomatic moment, Deep Forest still grasped the proper protocols and procedures, preserving the last bit of dignity.

Mu Xi Ting thus turned misfortune into fortune; having objectively taken part in the battle, he suddenly became the link between the two nations, his status soaring.

And since even the Deep Forest folk from the trench came to speak kindly, other powers naturally voiced serious concern over Hui Guang's situation.

High Tower Community, Lingxi Kingdom, even the barely‑noticed Beimosi Khanate, and some frontier petty city‑states…

Thus, when representatives of all nations gathered in Qixia City, a somewhat ridiculous event occurred.

—Even though such a major incident happened, the internal and external atmosphere of Hui Guang Star suddenly eased considerably.

Deep Forest stopped stabbing in the back, both Royal Capital and opposition factions ceased covert battles, and the Pioneers kept taking tasks everywhere to help maintain stability.

For a moment, the whole kingdom brimmed with vibrant vitality, a realm of thriving competition.

Only one place felt "cold": Princess Eleanor's Black Water Territory.

It's not that Black Water Territory got colder; since the incident, Eleanor has never voluntarily left it.

Even at the official level, aside from the large‑scale infrastructure projects already underway, the territory has no new expansion plans launched.

Besides sending envoys to Royal Capital to mourn the king and queen on her behalf and to console Princess Fiya for her loss, Eleanor has almost vanished.

It certainly isn't because she plans to lock herself away, arm herself, and become the best uncle ever to personally visit the capital and see her worthy grandchild, but rather…

Wait a minute!

Eleanor's mother is the daughter of An Dong, and Fiya is also originally the daughter of An Dong…

So although they're the same age, by seniority Fiya should actually be Eleanor's aunt!

Then it's fine.

In short, she's making a statement: despite being a princess, she truly has no interest in the throne.

—Everyone can just pretend this princess doesn't exist, and peacefully prepare the aunt's coronation ceremony. Farewell!

So since no one objected, Fiya, who was technically seventh rather than eighth in line, thus became the bona‑fide Hui Guang Crown Prince.

Moreover, to avoid prolonged uncertainty, even though the domestic situation remained chaotic, the senior ministers Morning Light and Arc Light pushed the coronation preparations with all their might.

Finally, nearly two months after the previous king's death, on May 15—a date even auspicious by Earth's calendar—Princess Fiya's coronation ceremony finally began.

In the presence of representatives from all nations and sectors, Fiya Hui Guang officially became the 33rd Sun King of Hui Guang Kingdom and also its 11th queen.

Under Queen Fiya's wise rule, the previously scattered Hui Guang internal forces were swiftly consolidated, all becoming support for the new king.

JiMiYin, by divine selection, even gave up a thirty‑year vow of chastity, planning to become a fire‑type Archmage, and obediently became Fiya's pet, teaching and raising children.

Thus civil officials cared not for wealth, generals feared no death, ruler and subjects united, and within a very short time elevated Hui Guang's cultural and scientific strength to world‑class level.

Given these circumstances, the Magic Emperor, realizing he could not win, ashamed, abandoned his plan to use force to overthrow all civilization and rebuild a dark reign of shadow‑flame terror, and retreated to the mountains.

Meanwhile, Lingxi, Beimosi and other forces regarded Hui Guang Kingdom as a lighthouse of Sun Moon civilization, revering it, eager to pledge their nations to the queen to share the wise king's glory.

Queen Fiya is merciful; not only did she forgive their offenses, she also decided to lay down arms, becoming the greatest leader Sun Moon has ever known, guiding all compatriots worldwide onto the path of technological triumph.

Universal harmony!

Under Her Majesty the queen's flawless, supremely great leadership, Sun Moon civilization built a satellite in three years, launched rockets in five, and in just ten years landed on Machine Moon, fully subjugating it.

May peace endure forever!

With such a mechanical satellite as a springboard, Sun Moon civilization thereafter rapidly developed, expanded at speed, spreading the light of civilization across the universe.

Whenever future generations read this, they can't help but spread their arms, praising the eternal sun seated upon the golden throne.

"Fi…"

"Fei Gate!"

"Fei Gate is great; no need for further words!"

This is the eternal age of peace and prosperity!

Poor lamb, hide behind the queen and fully enjoy the happiness you deserve.

Fei Gate!!!

—《Broken, This Boss Really Has No Normal Skills》— End of the book.

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Very well, you haven't left yet; that shows you've fully grasped this book's nature.

But before the reversal, I must first rant about another point.

—Who the birdbrain came up with this title and synopsis? Does it have anything to do with the later plot, you idiot!?

Ahem.

Although the honest child Fiya truly wishes to inherit her father and brothers' legacy, replacing Philip to become the reviving ruler in Ji Ming's script.

But unlike those who at least have a teacher to guide them, and the many veteran Long Song officials who sincerely pledged to Ai Linuo, she truly has nothing.

The reason is simple: when Philip was alive, he was Fiya's greatest buff; after Philip's death, he became her greatest debuff.

Because no one believes Fiya passed the royal assessment on her own; she is merely a decorative vase who rose through her brother and maternal clan, empty in substance.

When Anton and Philip were still alive, it naturally didn't matter; after all, they were consuming their own family's resources, and a sister‑obsessed person couldn't save them.

But now it's different; she's no longer becoming a faction's young master—damn, she directly ascended in a day and became king!

"Don't even think about it; that little girl can't last two years before she has to step down."

"Damn, we only let her sit there temporarily to maintain stability; we shouldn't rush to pick sides, let's first observe the situation."

"Hehe, perhaps among those princes and princesses who couldn't clear the game there are hidden gems? I recently discovered one…"

It can only be said that although Fiya is the new king unanimously agreed upon, what this new king receives seems to be merely a throne‑trial card.

Since no one expects her to last, naturally no one tries to flatter her, and her subordinates have no loyal ministers or capable generals to call upon.

Even the direct vassal families who served under Philip in life would, under these circumstances, only offer her the bare minimum of assistance.

After all, whose loyalty is at stake? It's Prince Philip, destined to surpass the previous generation, not a little girl who only rose thanks to her brother's favor!

Therefore, as the 33rd‑generation Sun King, Fiya, aside from stamping various royal documents, possesses virtually no substantive authority.

If it weren't for Lord Hu backing her, Lord Xi is also a real person, and with Ji Ming—this inexplicable existence—…

She mirrors the puppet emperor; she's merely a false son of heaven kneeling for alms amid scheming ministers.

That's it—how many people want to kneel yet haven't gotten this far!

But since even the debuting puppet emperor feels uneasy, how much more so for the already privileged Fiya?

So she still tries as much as possible to boost her presence, at least let me speak a couple of words in meetings; otherwise just sitting there is too awkward!

However, what she gains is not a rise in court status or an increase in power, but a continuous stream of mishaps.

On one hand, those lowborn nobles with no hope of advancement see a glimmer of hope in her restless loach.

Even if they can only enjoy it for two years! They hope to become jesters beside the little queen, fighting for a chance to make progress.

But since they have no prospect of rising, it shows they are all incompetent, empty nobles with no real ability.

Can mixing with this bunch of vermin lead to any way out? It only adds more trouble for the girl.

"Roll, roll, roll! Everyone, get out of my way!"

As for the other side…

Bro! Being a freeloader isn't shameful; starving to death is.

Look at Mu Xi Ting and then at yourself; do you see the gap now!

Moreover, no matter how powerless Fiya is, even with a throne‑trial card, she still wears the radiant ancestor's crown on her head; her bloodline is absolutely pure.

Thus many great nobles wish to send their not‑so‑exceptional yet respectable offspring into the palace, hoping to carve out a new branch.

After all, even if the little queen someday abdicates for a worthy successor, as a royal offspring, as long as they're strong enough, their own grandson or granddaughter can still vie to become the next heir.

Then, hehe…

The calculations are clicking loudly; not even a moment passes before everyone already has their eyes on the 35th‑generation king's position!

Even the mudfolk have a spark of anger; seeing a long list of aristocratic youths, the perpetually blocked Fiya became utterly furious.

Although her late father lived a life of rotten, cowardly sowing, roughly the same.

But that was after the Long Song couple both perished, and Meriel, in anger, divorced, leaving him completely disheartened.

Which family has ambitious, capable youths who, before starting a venture, already think of feasting, drinking, and spreading branches?

Even King Hong Tian, attended by three thousand maidservants, must first capture Jinling City before that!

Thus Fiya directly announced she will emulate the lion‑hearted ancestor king Giuseppe's story, mourning her deceased father and brothers for three years, remaining unmarried, drinking plain tea and eating vegetarian.

—Trying to climb my high branch, huh? There's not even a door for that!

No one knows, but across the ocean the Little Lion, upon hearing this, truly laughed, because he originally pulled this stunt just to avoid disaster!

Back then, before his rebellion, he offended someone—specifically, his ox ran off with someone's fiancée, catching the attention of the local elven duke.

It was this bizarre excuse—"Grandfather (far away) died, I must mourn"—that let him resign and return home, evading the lord's surveillance.

Who would have thought that five hundred years later, someone would pay tribute to his shameless act; seems this little girl still has great prospects!

【By the way, could you tell her that I never actually drank plain tea or ate vegetarian; that night I had steak with red wine, and in the big house I had a great time, had to wear headphones and lock the door to play.】

Ji Ming: …