Supreme Magus novel Chapter 1459

Chapter 1459 - Royal Gala (Part 3)

"Thanks to Archmage Verhen and to the work of our valiant Royal Forgemasters, one day everyone who can afford a DoLorean will have one while those who can't will still be able to travel faster and more safely than ever on something we call 'train'."

At Sylpha's cue, Lith materialized the 3D hologram of a scaled-down maglev train as large as the red carpet. The locomotive appeared from the double doors and arrived right at the feet of the Royals, carrying cars filled with people and goods.

Then, once it reached the raised stand, the hologram shattered into a rain of golden sparkles.

"And that is not all." Meron resumed. "The war against the Undead Courts has been long and bloody. Many times, our Kingdom has gone close to being defeated and our people enslaved.

"Yet we are still here. Our cities still stand and our citizens walk free whereas the ashes of our enemies fertilize our fields. All of this has only been made possible thanks to valiant heroes, some of which have decided to remain anonymous."

At a wave of the King's hand, the light in the room dimmed and Manohar found himself under a spotlight. The Mad Professor whined loudly enough to be heard, knowing that with more honors, he would also receive more unwanted work.

Vastor the Highmaster and the members of the Corpse officially didn't exist, leaving the god of healing as the only person that could take credit for defeating the Horsemen.

In days past the Master would have gritted his teeth in envy, cursing Manohar and regretting his fate. He was one of the few gods of the Kingdom whose feats didn't receive any praise nor recognition.

Now, however, all he could think about was to get it over with the gala and go back to Zinya's house.

"Yet many sad things also happened during the last year." Sylpha said. "Some of the most loyal retainers of the Kingdom have been killed. The three Horsemen have returned and focused their war effort on us, killing thousands between soldiers and civilians.

"Last, but not least, we have received news of the return of the Mad Queen. We have endured a lot and we'll have to endure even more if we want to protect our home, but don't despair.

"With each hurdle we overcome, we grow closer and stronger. With each enemy we defeat, the Kingdom becomes a better place. Tomorrow, we might have to fight tooth and nail to protect our life work but tonight we are assembled here to celebrate our victories!"

The guest stood up and exploded into an uproar, giving the Royals a standing ovation that made the walls tremble. After a few seconds, Meron raised his hand and the commotion instantly died out.

"Later, we'll award our heroes, but now it's time for you to know each other and set aside your differences. Only by working together and using our respective unique skills can the Kingdom keep growing in strength and secure its future. Dismissed."

A clap of Sylpha's hands Warped the guests and the Royals from the Throne room to the Dance Hall. The room was of rectangular shape, five meters (16'5") high, with the long side 200 meters (656 feet) long and the short side 100 meters (328 feet) long.

Tables filled with delicacies and drinks from all over the Kingdom were lined up against the walls where valets stood on the attention, ready to serve anyone who required their assistance.

At the end of the Dance Hall, there was another raised platform with two thrones where the Royals sat. Four orchestras were playing the same soft tune from the circular alcoves placed at the four corners of the room leaving the full dance floor to the guests.

Crystal chandeliers enchanted with light magic lit the room, producing colorful rainbows over the walls and on the ceiling as they refracted each other's light.