Chapter 1628 Expectation

what happened? What the hell? What are you doing?

Are you doing something very new in Rome?

When Huai Shi arrived at the Roma Guild Hall, she looked confused.

The hustle and bustle of the guild hall, with people coming and going, and amidst the playing of solemn melodies, all the invited guests enjoyed a warm reception in this magnificent palace of the emperor.

There is no sign of haste, no omissions or mistakes.

Everything seems to be bathed in the soft warm breeze, leisurely and peaceful, and a smile can't help but appear on the corners of the mouth.

Even if the emperor just slapped his forehead an hour ago and suddenly said, "I plan to abdicate, please prepare." Then an hour later, everything will become what His Majesty the Emperor wants.

Because of this, Huaishi's poems are difficult to understand.

In the main hall where the ceremony was held, people were coming and going, and it was noisy and busy, just like a banquet during the Spring Festival. Huaishi even felt that Titus would come out from behind the curtain and shout to the audience in a while. I miss you so much...

"What are you doing?"

He pulled Vulkan over and asked in a low voice, "Are you serious?"

"Your Majesty's decision is always without error. When an order is issued, as a minister, you must carry it out with utmost solemnity. How can you say that you are not serious?" Vulkan, who was wearing a traditional robe, asked in confusion.

"abdicate?"

Huai Shi's eyes widened, "At this critical moment?"

When the current situation is on the verge of collapse, as the head of the Roman lineage, the emperor of Rome, one of the most important leaders and decision-makers in the current situation, and the embodiment of the great Rome, he actually gave up his job?

retired?

No, do you still have a tradition in Rome of getting off work at a certain time?

"Since His Majesty has made a decision, all I can do as a minister is implement it. I understand why you are anxious, but don't worry, the National Council will not be affected in any way by this."

Vulcan said: "This is just an internal change in Rome. There is nothing to worry about."

Huai Shi wanted to ask a few more questions, but as an important member of this ceremony, Vulgan had no time to chat. He could only arrange him in his place and then hurriedly immersed himself in his work.

Huaishi was left sitting on the chair blankly.

look around.

He seemed to be the first one to arrive. Even if he wanted to ask for specific details, no one could ask him. But in the confusion, he saw Mars not far away, holding a wine glass and waving to him.

After retiring, the military god is no longer as cold and solemn as he once was. He looks warm and kind. It seems that the fishing life after retirement is really nourishing.

Unfortunately, he looks older and older, with sparse white hair.

It was obviously only a month or two that we hadn’t seen each other.

"Should I call you Your Excellency Huai Shi?"

Mars smiled narrowly, handed Huai Shi a glass of wine without any hesitation, and patted his shoulder happily, "I heard, you did a good job on that matter!"

He said: "Better than me."

That sword is finally entrusted to the hands of the person who is suitable for it.

Nothing could make him more gratified than this.

"It's just a coincidence. If it were you, you wouldn't have any hesitation. Maybe you can make it better than me." Huai Shi replied, "On the contrary, I should be grateful for this opportunity."

It’s just a challenge, how easy is it?

The opportunity was given to him by Mars, and it was Russell who took the lead, and it was the Pharaoh who finally defeated the king. What he achieved was only his own meaning, but he was not the only one who made sacrifices.

"If it wasn't you, who could have stood in the way of the great king at that time?"

Mars shook his head: "Every generation has its own responsibilities, and everyone has their own mission. This is the truth... There is no need to feel shocked or regretful.

Your Majesty is the same. "

"..."

Huai Shi was silent for a long time and asked in a low voice: "Why is it so fast?"

Mars was silent for a moment, looked to the side, and said softly: "Two days ago, during the inspection by the Survival Institute, the fire in Your Majesty's body showed a tendency to spread.

Can't suppress it anymore. "

Huai Shi was stunned.

The heavy damage left by the Ash Giant.

When the three major blockades in the current situation were out of control, the destiny was scattered, and the black bird could no longer block the depth, the falling ashes giant could not reach the battlefield after all.

Outside the depth, standing in front of the Ash Giant, was Titus.

Huai Shi didn't have the energy to pay attention to the battlefield over there. She only knew that with the help of Zi Xuanniao, the Ash Giant was severely damaged and fell into the abyss again.

And Titus' body was left with an unquenchable flame.

Over soul and body.

In other words, that is the essence of Ashes as a giant - the madness that will not give up until everything is burned, but the greed that desires to gather all valuable things into the flames.

If it is something meaningless, then Ashes will not pay any attention to it. If it is a worthless opponent, the flame cannot even be ignited.

The fire that rests on Titus, the desire that comes from the ashes.

I hope he can embrace this power and become a true giant. I longed for him to continue fighting with me, even if I was burned up by his flames.

This is not a curse, but an invitation.

An offer you can't refuse.

Mars said: "If this continues, Rome's authority and correction may be tainted by the giant's fire. For the sake of Rome, His Majesty has to lift his burden."

"But wasn't it said before that the control was good?" Huai Shi couldn't accept it: "How could it be so fast?"

"Things in the world are always unpredictable."

Mars shook his head and sighed, without saying anything else. He noticed the waiter walking not far away, and finally patted him on the shoulder: "Your Majesty is here to summon you, Huai Shi. If you have any questions, you can ask them yourself." Him."

The waiter stopped beside them, respectfully conveyed the summons from the emperor, and took Huai Shi to the reception room not far from the venue.

On the terrace, Titus, wearing a traditional robe and a gold crown, chatted and laughed with the guests and drank happily. After the conversation came to an end, the visitor from the Administration politely said goodbye and left.

"Just feel free to do it, no need to be unfamiliar."

Titus raised his wine glass and smiled jokingly: "If you think about it carefully, this is our first meeting after you became the secretary of the Kingdom of Heaven. Is it my reception that makes you dissatisfied?

Why do you have such an expression, Huai Shi? "

"Where is it?"

Huai Shi shook his head, thought for a moment, and sighed helplessly: "It's just that I was touched for a moment."

Right in front of him, Titus leaned casually on his chair, but through the purple robe, he could faintly see the crack in his chest, and even the faint fire in his heart.

Wisps of disaster aura floated out from it, bringing a terrifying temperature like a furnace.

Sensing Huai Shi's gaze, Titus smiled nonchalantly and tore off his robe. On his naked upper body, the tragic gash became increasingly clear and ferocious.

Let him watch.

"I have indeed felt this sadness and worry, but it is more sincere than the ones from the Survival Institute." The emperor grinned, crossed his legs and nodded: "As a friend, you are better than that old guy Russell. It’s a lot, I’m very relieved.”

"..."

Huai Shi really didn't know how to answer these words, so she could only rub her eyes and look away: "Why did it deteriorate so quickly? When we met a few days ago, wasn't it still within the scope of suppression?"

"It's nothing, I'm just tired."

Titus raised his glass, and after the waiter filled it, he drank the spirit in one gulp and took a deep breath. Even the breath of wine seemed to be filled with green flames.

"Ashes are really annoying. After just one fight, they stuck on me like a dog-skin plaster and lingered. Even now, they are still shouting invitations in my ears.

Those barbarians are extremely rude. The only thing worthy of praise is this wine. "

As he spoke, Titus raised another glass of wine and poured it into the crack in his chest, causing the turbulent fire to fall into temporary silence as if it had also drank all the wine.

But through the observation of God's Eye, Huai Shi could see that the terrifying temperature gradually spreading in the deepest part of the soul, spreading silently like smoldering firewood.

Once this flame really breaks out, no matter what kind of water it is, it will be difficult to extinguish it.

Loss of control is imminent.

He sighed silently.

"It's so embarrassing, isn't it?" Titus was silent for a moment and smiled bitterly: "It's really unbearable to be absent at such a crucial moment."

"It's also a sacrifice made for the current situation. How can it be unworthy?" Huai Shi asked: "Your Majesty is too harsh on yourself."

"I could have persisted."

Titus looked at the scenery outside the terrace, the city shrouded in rain, and seemed to be saying to himself: "I originally said that the times are difficult, but I can still endure it. It's no problem that I can endure it for decades. I I can get through it, so it doesn’t matter.”

He was silent for a moment and suddenly smiled softly: "But after seeing your plan, I felt relieved for some reason."

Huai Shi was sluggish and raised his head stiffly.

incredible.

"Human nature is really ugly, Huai Shi."

Titus lamented: "No matter how firm your determination is, once you see the slightest possibility of luck, you will subconsciously try to evade your responsibilities and place your hopes on others. Even I can't help it." avoid.

Even, there will be some jealousy..."

He turned back, looked at Huai Shi, and asked solemnly: "Why can't it be me who saves and restores all this?"

Huai Shi was silent for a long time, then smiled bitterly: "Isn't it possible that today's plan for the Kingdom of Heaven, and today's Utopia, was created precisely because of the support of Rome?"

"There is no need to say anything more to comfort people. I am not so narrow-minded that I need others to enlighten me."

Titus shook his head and smiled indifferently: "At best, it's just an excuse. I just got tired after seeing the opportunity to retire."

He expressed trust and expectation for Huaishi's plan and the future kingdom of heaven from the bottom of his heart.

Just like he trusted Marcus.

Trusting the inheritor chosen by Marcus.

What preceded that was an indescribable sense of joy and relaxation.

When I realize that even if I am gone, my current situation will not collapse, and this world will not flood after my death, I no longer have the strength to suffer anymore.

He is tired.

Facing the tired emperor, Huai Shi could no longer say anything.

Even if he is willing to use Taiyi's authority at any cost to help him suppress the embers in his soul, I am afraid Titus will not be willing, let alone accept this kindness.

"Don't worry, Rome will vote in favor of your plan, and so will the Russian Federation. Tianzhu will not go against the trend."

Titus drank strong wine and continued: "As for Eastern Xia and America... The feathered serpent may open his mouth to the lion, but as long as he sees the possibility of the success of the Kingdom of Heaven plan, he will not stop it.

I'm afraid the most difficult thing is the old guy Xuanniao. He has made up his mind and will not waver, even if you kidnap his little girl. "

He glanced at Huai Shi teasingly, "Just go and work hard on your own."

"..."

Huai Shi nodded helplessly, not even having the strength to refute.

He originally thought that Titus's abdication would have an unexpected impact on the passage of the Kingdom of Heaven plan, but he did not expect that Titus would give him such a great gift until the end.

Didn't even give myself a chance to repay.

Perhaps this is one of the legacies left to Rome as emperor.

"Okay, if you can't drink, don't waste my time. There are still people queuing up behind you." Titus waved at the end, laughed and sent Huai Shi away to welcome the next guest.

The following process became a hasty ceremony without any errors or omissions.

The abdication of the old emperor and the coronation of the new emperor.

Under the witness of everyone, Titus took off his glorious crown and put it on the head of his successor Decius.

The weight of Rome is entrusted to it.

There were no whines or convulsions, nor any discomfort. Decius still held his head high, raised his slightly trembling hands, hugged his adoptive father, and kissed his cheek for the last time.

Visible to the naked eye, his face is gradually aging, and he is suffering from the weight of his soul.

But Titus seemed to have regained his youth, his face was rosy and his face was radiant. He finally straightened his body in the relief and joy he felt after being relieved of his burden.

Reflection.

Enjoying the long-lost free time, chatting and laughing with the guests.

When he saw Xuanniao smoking a cigarette, his smile became narrower.

"Envy?"

"Of course, who wouldn't be envious?" Xuanniao sighed sincerely.

"Then don't hold on." Titus said: "Retire early and take it easy. How many more years can you survive before you are buried?"

"I can still survive."

Xuannio shook his head and looked back at the juniors who came with him. He paused for a moment and then stared at the figure standing with Bai Dizi with wide eyes.

It wasn't until Huaishi had no choice but to find an excuse to go elsewhere that she couldn't help but laugh out loud.

I don’t know whether it’s pride or self-deprecation.

"Stay up a little longer," he said, "and they'll stay up a little longer."

"You have to let go after all, right?" Titus said: "Nothing in this world can be done by one person. Don't be like Lu Wu, who takes care of everything."

Xuanniiao was silent for a moment, then sighed regretfully: "It's a pity that I'm not as free and easy as you, and the children are not quite ready yet."

"If you don't give me a chance, you will always be in trouble... But I guess you won't listen to this. The master of the genealogy is just like a nanny, asking for trouble."

Titus gave up on the subject and did not continue.

Xuanniao asked: "What's next, what are the plans?"

"I haven't thought about it much yet, but I'll just drink and have fun anyway. It's been so many years and I haven't felt so relaxed."

Titus smiled calmly: "Go find some friends, chat, go for a horse race, and see the scenery that you have never seen before... An invitation letter has been sent for a long time, but I have never been able to find the opportunity to make an appointment."

Xuanniiao was silent for a long time, then smiled with emotion.

"Bon Voyage."

After the banquet, the new emperor who succeeded to the throne issued an announcement to the whole of Rome that the era of the new emperor had officially arrived.

Titus, who abdicated, has never appeared in the outside world since, and few people even know his whereabouts.

At the same time, it also gave room for many rumors to spread.

Some say he died of debauchery, some say he was assassinated, and some say he was imprisoned by his successor Decius and starved to death in his cell. In the end, no one was willing to give him a meal. Bowl of water.

Among those who ascended, some said that he died in the Existence Court and was burned to death. Some people say that he abandoned his original body and continued to live in a new appearance.

Others say that he sacrificed everything he had to become the pillar of the Silver Sea.

But no matter how the rumors spread, Titus never appeared.

No one knows how he spent his final days.

On the day he abdicated, he had already left London and went to Yingzhou.

At Huangquan Hirazaka, take the sun boat and arrive at the Ten Prison Fortress.

Finally, take advantage of the ladder to heaven.

Went to the end of hell.

Just two days later, he had arrived before leaving the palace.

"Hey, Abyss, I'm here for the banquet!"

The dusty old emperor took off his hood and grinned at the Lord of the Subjugated Country: "Is there still wine?"