Civilization: Beyond Two Worlds

228 The Lighthouse That Awakens Human Nature

If one had to describe Kang De’s current state in a certain way…

“I’m a f*cking lighthouse that awakens human nature. People should queue up to shake my hand.”

That was probably the case.

Priests, nobles, officers, businessmen, and enthusiastic and sincere faces kept appearing in front of him.

Their compliments and praises were sincere… at least, that seemed to be the case.

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“These are the most beautiful and magnificent words I’ve ever heard in my life, Your Highness Kang De.”

A white-haired noble held Kang De’s hand tightly and said sincerely, “Your perfect character and noble personality will move all the Goethe people.”

Kang De did not know him, but from the attitudes of the surrounding people, he could tell that this old man’s status was extraordinary. He smiled, “You’re flattering me, but this is indeed not a completely failed speech.”

The old man smiled, “You’re right. From the perspective of your personal interests, this speech can’t be considered a complete success. You could have used the glorious results of the Battle of Valentine and the miraculous victory to forge a glorious legend for yourself and guide people’s fanatical worship and piety to become sacred in their hearts. You could have done this. This would have brought you an enviable huge benefit…”

“But you didn’t do that.”

He looked at the black mass of people in the distance. No matter class or status, everyone called out the same words. At least at this moment, they were standing here with the same identity.

They were all Goethe people.

Tears flashed in the old man’s eyes.

When one was old, their heart would always be softer. Moreover, this strong and excited emotion came from their love for their motherland, home, and country. It was the thing that could invoke empathy the most.

This was because he was also born and raised here. He was also from Goethe.

His voice also became a little choked, “I admit that I really did not expect you to give up on the crazy faith and support that’s at your fingertips. Instead, you called for everyone to remember the brave warriors who sacrificed themselves and brand the concept of ‘Goethe’ in the confused hearts of people so that people will remember their home and homeland and not live on the altar…”

At this point, the old man bowed deeply to Kang De, “Your selfless character and noble morals are like saints, causing us Goethe people who have wasted our lives to feel extremely respectful and ashamed.”

No matter what, such praise was too fierce. The target was an old man. Even with Kang De’s thick skin, he could not take it.

He could only tell the truth about his true thoughts.

“This is Nick’s last wish. I want their sacrifice to be more valuable. I also want these muddle-headed and numb people to understand something… something they should understand.”

Kang De said, “Moreover, I’m not interested in people’s reverence and fanaticism.”

“In that case, we should express our sincerest gratitude to you. We don’t even know how to repay you for what you’ve done for Goethe. If there’s anything we can do, please ask.”

The old man was helped up, but his expression was still sincere, “Your Highness Kang De, please allow me to apologize for my previous worries and doubts. Although the blood of Cathay flows in your body, from now on, you’ll always be Goethe’s friend. We’ll always treat you as one of us, our closest brother, relative, and companion. It’s Goethe’s greatest honor that you can marry Princess Tina.”

The gorilla, who had been by Kang De’s side as a bodyguard, immediately revealed a displeased expression.

However, even Gorilla Platinum understood that this was not the time to talk about those things. Therefore, she endured it and only stared at Kang De without blinking.

It was too difficult for her…

Kang De maintained an elegant and humble smile, but he was already cursing in his mind.

—D*mn, why did you mention that…

“But then again…”

After the Glory Sand incident, Tina raised the flag from the north and shook the world. She announced her marriage. Even Kang De stepped onto the world stage and was the center of attention. After the Battle of Valentine, this strange marriage that had been discussed by the world for more than a month had already changed in essence.

From “the Cathayan gigolo who inexplicably wooed Princess Goethe” to “the invincible ferocious man who fought against the Twilight Dynasty for love”, he could clearly stay out of it, but he brazenly made an enemy of the world’s overlord. Moreover, he destroyed five Elven Dragon Flag Legions in one go. In the eyes of the outside world, this was all done for Tina.

Actually, that was not the case.

Instead of saying that it was for Tina, it was more accurate to say that it was for Nick… Pfft, that was even stranger.

In short, it was very troublesome.

Regardless of whether he explained it or not, his relationship with Tina would definitely become even more entangled… At this point in the battle, the time to meet was not far away. At that time, how should he get along with Tina?

Should he agree to this marriage so carelessly and get married?

Thinking of Tina’s devastatingly beautiful face, brilliant golden hair, beautiful and charming figure, gentle personality, and noble and generous speech, Kang De’s heart could not help but sway.

It was simply nonsense to say that he did not have a good impression and delusions about Tina. Marrying such a girl felt like he had taken a huge advantage… However, Kang De still subconsciously resisted…

—There was an indescribable sense of guilt.

Sigh, how troublesome.

“Sigh, how troublesome…”

Most of the famous figures were approaching Kang De with the intention of getting familiar with him. Today’s speech was shocking. When it landed in the ears of those with ill intentions, it shocked and frightened them even more. They discovered that they had still underestimated this Cathayan, so they became even more solicitous and enthusiastic.

However, a small number of people still stood where they were and did not join in the fun.

For example, Leona and the man beside her.

He had a handsome figure and an extremely good appearance. He was an elegant gentleman who looked a little similar to Leona. However, his temperament and face were slightly soft and even superficial. He had not been tempered by blood and fire and looked like a playboy.

He repeated what he had just said, “Sigh, how troublesome…”

Leona pulled a long face and said coldly, “If you f*cking think it’s troublesome, go back to Valentine and find a brothel. Otherwise, scram over and suck his d*ck. Don’t chatter beside me.”

“…”

The handsome man looked depressed for a moment and subconsciously looked around. Fortunately, no one heard these boorish words. He sighed, “I’m saying it for you. How troublesome.”

Leona said indifferently, “What’s the trouble?”

“Isn’t this troublesome? Once his speech is out, the entire Goethe will go crazy. If I were a Goethe person, I would pounce over and suck him off now…”

This man sighed, “So, where did Princess Tina pick up such a person? D*mn, you almost listened to me just now. I’ll believe you if you say that he’s the Cathayan Emperor.”

Leona’s voice became even colder. “How would I know? What does it have to do with me?”

“Is it really none of your business?” The man stared at Leona as if he wanted to see through all her thoughts. “This huge victory, this speech… If this continues, his love and marriage to Princess Tina will soon be known by everyone and even become a world-renowned love story.”

Leona gritted her teeth and punched the man in the waist.

In front of everyone, he could not shout loudly on such an occasion. The man gasped and hissed, “Don’t think of lying. I can tell. I’ve seen many women’s gazes…”

Leona stomped out again and ruthlessly crushed the tip of the other party’s shoe.

“It’s useless no matter how you fight…”

The man said breathlessly, “You’re my sister. I can’t watch you…”

“…Shut up.”

Leona turned to stare at him fiercely and gritted her teeth, but anyone could tell that tears were already on the verge of bursting. “I have to try! I haven’t lost yet!”

However, her determination and oath were drowned by the fanatical cheers and praise around her. The people shouted Goethe one moment and praised Kang De’s name the next. In the crowd, he was like the moon surrounded by stars. The most powerful people in this area offered their respect and loyalty in an elegant and reserved manner.

What had happened in the past few days would definitely shock Goethe and the world.

Leona stared blankly at Kang De, who was not far away.

A few days ago, he was still a slightly mysterious and strange man. He was an unromantic man who spoke with an axe. He was a man who had made a promise to protect her.

A few days later, he defeated five powerful elf armies alone and his reputation resounded throughout the continent. How shocking was it to make such a speech under the gazes of thousands of people? It would definitely be recorded in history books and change the fate of countless people.

At this moment, it was only dozens of meters away, as if they were separated by heaven and earth.

Could the daughter of a rich businessman really get closer to such a man?

Leona’s heart shook. For a moment, she felt bitter, and an incomparable sense of loss and uneasiness filled her heart.

This was the first thing she had encountered in her life that she wanted but seemed to be difficult to obtain.

This word called “Valentine’s Speech” was spread by word of mouth. It was organized into words and spread to the entire continent through the hands of the envoys and spies of the various races and factions of the various countries.

They used the highest-level transmission method to appear on the desks of the giant forces as soon as possible.

The divine heart of the Human Empire, the incomparable capital of the Emperor. In the magnificent palace, the young and powerful human ruler put down the scroll in his hand. He read it five times and even copied it twice before calming down. Then, he sighed softly at the deep and dark palace.

“Why is such a hero… such a hero… not in the Empire? Why was he encountered by the little girl of the Tedrell family? I have three daughters, three…”

Then, the emperor shook his head and laughed at himself.

Immediately after, he said to the void in front of him, “All the members of the Empire’s Holy Election College, the Lumen Club, all the princes, princesses, and the heirs of the duchies, immediately convey my orders to them and make them memorize the Valentine Speech word for word. Copy it ten times and analyze it carefully. I’ll personally check.”

He paused for a moment and said, “As for Eldest Prince Alex, ask him to copy this speech a thousand times and write the words ‘Kang De, the Cathayan, is only a somewhat brave clown. A team of assassins can resolve it and he’s no threat to the Empire’ a hundred thousand times. I’ll personally check. If there are any errors at all, I’ll break his legs and remove his status as the heir to the throne.”

The emperor’s order was carried out precisely.

Crossing the sea, where the sunset rose, in the center of the world, the capital of the elves, there was a long history. Every vine and brick was engraved with the aftertaste of legend. The closed meeting of the council had already lasted for two days.

“He’s a huge threat and an unstable factor. We have to eliminate him!”

“This is simply unbelievable…”

“Murderers…”

“You cruel and cold-blooded thugs, do you still want to continue the war?”

“You have to be responsible for the destruction of the six Dragon Flag Legions!”

“Other than assassination and violence, don’t you have any other way to resolve the problem? If the plan fails and attracts the other party’s relentless revenge, can you bear this responsibility?”

“The dignity of the country is above everything! We have to respond with force!”

“But the other party’s response is that more elves will die! You only care about your interests, but you don’t care how many elves die and how many elves cry behind this!”

Arguments, curses, accusations, denial, speeches, and roars.

The President shouted, “Order! Order! Order!”

A country was never united. Politics divided its positions. The hawks, the pigeons, and the parliament echoed the quarrels of the two factions. It was not about the dignity and the lives of soldiers in this country. This was only their excuse. Their positions served their true interests, and that was all.

The six Dragon Flag Legions were completely destroyed. This was a crushing defeat and setback that the Twilight Dynasty had never suffered since it was founded. It also allowed the peace faction to see a chance to attack and seize power.

This argument had already lasted for a long, long time.

At this moment, the door of royal authority covered in patterned vines was pushed open. The elves slowly stopped talking and turned around. The beautiful attendant raised the queen’s order high and slowly stepped in. A pleasant voice spread through the hall.

“The Queen thinks that everyone needs to hear this speech before discussing how to decide the direction of the battle and how to deal with the threat and challenge of the Cathayan, Kang De.”

This speech and Kang De’s victory in Valentine had also passed through the layers of obstruction and blockade of the Elven Navy. They floated across the sea and towards another continent, a regime that was retreating and struggling at death’s door.

It spread throughout the entire Goethe.

“Aunt…”

The army had already stayed on the spot for two days, but their morale had not been shaken. The subsequent supplies and support were continuously sent over. The rich businessmen and nobles of the Empire who were usually careful did not care about the cost and increased their strength. They even personally entered Goethe and risked the flames of war to catch up to this volunteer army and ask to see Princess Tina.

However, Tina had not appeared in front of everyone for two days.

At this moment, the Tedrell flower was hiding in her tent with only Sword Saint Snowfall beside her. Tina’s eyes were already red and swollen from crying. When she suddenly heard the good news, she was in disbelief. After the great sorrow, she was overjoyed. After the joy, she was filled with sorrow. Even Sword Saint Snowfall, who had always accompanied her, could not understand her mood.

She said softly, “I want to see him now, but I’m also afraid of seeing him…”