Firefly Journey

As dawn broke, Lin Yuanran's mind seemed to be switched on, and he suddenly woke up.

People often have trouble sleeping when facing important events because their brains become excited. Lin Yuanran fell asleep very late, but woke up from a dream after only three or four hours.

There are only a few major events in life, and Lin Yuanran is about to experience one of them today: a disguised form of passing the imperial examination.

Messengers from all over the world are arriving, and the coronation ceremony is imminent; the day is today.

Lin Yuanran looked up at the window. Darkness was still the dominant color, and light had not yet taken over the earth; it was just beginning to brighten.

Lin Yuanran deflated, lay back down, stared at the ceiling, and pondered deeply.

Once upon a time, he was still hesitating about his fate, but in the blink of an eye, he was about to become the most powerful person in the entire Pan-Ancient Continent. It all seemed like a dream, yet it was real.

Lin Yuanran stood up, opened the window, and a cold wind swept in, but he didn't feel the cold; what he saw was hope.

Preparations for the coronation ceremony began as soon as he returned to Iraq. Now everything was ready except for the final touch. He carefully looked in the mirror and began to trim his already clean beard.

Then, he carefully wiped his face, brushed his teeth, and finally pushed open the door.

The believers in charge of the ceremonial attire were somewhat surprised to see him arrive so early. The succession ceremony was not scheduled to begin until the morning, and he wanted to test the venue in advance to ensure that the ceremony could proceed normally when it started.

Yes, that's right, the Pope is such a meticulous person, that's definitely what he was thinking!

They were wrong; Lin Yuanran simply couldn't sleep.

Lin Yuanran went inside and draped a golden robe over his shoulders.

The Pope holds a revered position, and his uniform is magnificent; this golden robe is a symbol of his status and position.

However, it is considered formal wear and is not worn in public except for important ceremonies.

Matching it is a crown, also golden in color and cast entirely from gold, weighing at least ten kilograms. It feels heavy and indescribably heavy when worn on the head.

Lin Yuanran put it on and tried it on, then quickly put it down. He was thinking, if he stole this thing and sold it, how many tuition fees could he pay for!

Well, he hasn't changed his mindset yet.

After dismissing his own idea, Lin Yuanran put down the crown and set his sights on a scepter.

The scepter is pale yellow and not made of gold, but it is equally magnificent. Its body and handle are adorned with jewels, making it no less valuable than a crown.

Lin Yuanran stayed there until the morning.

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From the morning onwards, the residents of Yicheng were different from usual. The once bustling morning market was deserted, and the lively industrial city experienced a brief period of deathly silence.

Every street in the city had been cleared by the cavalry, and there would be no disturbance at this time.

Lin Yuanran originally thought that it was just a ceremony, and even if it was grand, it didn't need to affect the daily lives of ordinary people.

However, the two high priests, the seven returning archbishops, and all the clergy, big and small, of the church, all disagreed.

The change of papacy is a major event that occurs only once every century for the Papacy. The enthronement ceremony must not be taken lightly or simplified; it is a necessary means for the Papacy to maintain its influence.

Moreover, after the Vatican announced the date of the succession ceremony ahead of schedule, businesses large and small in Yicheng all gave that day a holiday, just to show respect to the Vatican.

The residents of Ilham were also followers of Julius, and the Pope's coronation was a sacred event in their hearts.

After considering everything, Lin Yuanran didn't say anything more and let it be.

At 10:00 a.m. sharp, the church bells rang, and the ceremony officially began.

Wearing a crown and a robe, and holding a scepter, Lin Yuanran stood on the chariot of light, surrounded by the cavalry of the Holy See, and began his journey from the Cathedral of St. Phileun.

This is the first step of the coronation ceremony: a procession through the city.

Since a new pope has taken office, shouldn't he make an appearance? Cleaning the streets serves precisely this purpose.

Lin Yuanran was introverted and didn't like to show off, but today was different. He wasn't afraid and let the Bright Horse under his feet move forward.

The solemn and majestic sound of drums and horns resounded through the sky, and the hooves of the cavalrymen made the earth tremble. The residents of Yicheng were not afraid. They came out of their homes one by one, and some even climbed onto the rooftops to cheer and applaud the parade.

Along the ten-mile-long street, lanterns and decorations were hung, and Lin Yuanran personally experienced the love and respect that the common people of the Principality had for the Papacy!

The city tour alone took four hours, and that was without even exploring the entire city. At the pace of the parade, it would take three days and three nights to complete the entire city tour.

After the symbolic procession, the chariot of light and the cavalry of the apostles returned to the Basilica of St. Phileun.

There, the clergy of the Vatican were lined up in two rows.

At the very front of each of the two teams stood a high priest.

In order, they were archbishops, bishops, missionaries, and other believers.

The envoys from various factions were arranged in the same formation, and Lin Yuanran recognized many of them at a glance.

Lu Jianming, "Dull" Lacey, Xia Zuo of the Floating City, Joanna, Dick Onassin, Lumer, and others watched the Pope in the carriage with respectful expressions.

The chariot of light stopped in front of the two high priests.

Lin Yuanran stepped down from the carriage, his golden robe trailing on the ground. The sun shone on his crown and his staff, which gleamed brilliantly.

Lin Yuanran slowly walked through the two rows of believers, feeling countless gazes with every step he took. Among those gazes was the one he most wanted to face.

Wind Chime is a saintess of the temple, but the Dark Temple sent Joanna as an envoy, so she doesn't need to stay in the envoy's formation.

He stood behind Xu Hanshan, among the group representing the nobles of Yicheng.

Unlike the respectful yet wary gazes of these nobles, she was radiant.

Lin Yuanran's gaze lingered on her for a moment before leaving her. His initial panic in the face of such a grand occasion vanished without a trace of fear.

He is the Pope.

They should be able to withstand the scrutiny of all sides.

Lin Yuanran walked onto the raised platform, took off the crown, held it up with his left hand, and raised the staff high with his right hand, basking in the sunlight.

From a distance, it looks like a god surrounded by holy light.

The "Sun of Julius" returned to its original form, floating behind the youngest pope in history, its aura becoming even more inviolable.

Amidst countless gazes, the young pope's lips moved as he swore his oath of office:

"Julius, God of Light and Wisdom, the Blazing Sun, the Primordial Light, the Great Forerunner!"

"Your followers hereby swear that I will dedicate my life to upholding your teachings and defending your glory with my life. Where your light falls, all evil will be vanquished."

May the light be with you!

“Stay with us!”

Lin Yuanran's oath was resounding and highly infectious. The two high priests, who were not young, were moved and looked at their future pope with solemn expressions and awe.

Then all the clergy of the Vatican repeated it.

"Julius, God of Light and Wisdom, the Blazing Sun, the Primordial Light, the Great Forerunner!"

"Your followers hereby swear that I will dedicate my life to upholding your teachings and defending your glory with my life. Where your light falls, all evil will be vanquished."

May the light be with you!

“Stay with us!”

The prosperous city of Yi was always under the protection of light.