Maggie's instructions contain two important messages.

First of all, there may really be a certain amount of controversy about Prince Marcus's character and intellectual development. The gossip that Gulf received was anything but hearsay, but there is probably some truth to Gilla's speculation. But in any case, his status is special, and the soldiers must show loyalty and goodwill.

Secondly, the news of Prince Marcus's arrival has long been spread, protecting the safety of His Royal Highness the Prince is the top priority, everyone has no rest, the responsibility of protecting the prince's safety has been pressed, no one can escape, even if this coming-of-age ceremony is held for this group of recruits, they must resolutely carry out the order.

Qi Lang still remembered Felix's excited expression at that time, and it seemed that he didn't care much about what the coming-of-age ceremony was. Since he had finally stepped into the threshold of a mid-level warrior after consuming thousands of primary spirit stones, he had already met the requirements of a guard in terms of combat ability, so he was honored to get this opportunity to get close to the prince. I don't know if Prince Marcus will bring the appointment letter for promotion to second lieutenant at the same time, if His Royal Highness the prince personally handed over the captain's badge to Felix, then his nostrils will probably point to the sky for the rest of his life.

Qi Lang's 28th Regiment is not a small number of soldiers who meet the requirements, and if you count them all, it is estimated that it should be close to one-third. That's actually not difficult, because in the warrior class, only the promotion of the middle level to the high level can be called a real obstacle, and the following three levels, as long as the talent is not too bad and can keep up with normal training, anyone has a chance to achieve it smoothly in two or three years.

However, due to the enthusiastic performance of the soldiers of the 27th Regiment, everyone sharpened their heads and wanted to squeeze into the ranks of the guards, so there were not many candidates left for the 28th Regiment, only about a dozen. And four of the dozen or so positions have already been designated - no doubt, of course, those four guys.

Qi Lang and Ou Wu are famous, and they are still outsiders, so it is only fitting that they come out to run errands and be called by handymen, and Gulf and Jira have not escaped either, but under Felix's arrangement, the two of them are probably of a higher status and can be responsible for the security of the perimeter.

Unlike most, these four dudes weren't too impressed by the accolade. Zirang, Owu, and Gulf felt that it was a drudgery that would delay their rest or meals, while Gila thought that it might prevent him from observing the prince's words and actions in depth, because he preferred to be in a more objective position, too close to the prince, and he feared that the aura would affect his judgment.

The next day, the eve of the Sacred King's Festival, finally arrived.

The whole town of Shachi was in turmoil.

Lieutenant Colonel William even went out to supervise his men's every move.

When Qi Lang followed the procession to the north gate, he was simply stunned.

Sheric Avenue has been renovated, and the walls of the shops along the street are covered with brightly colored garlands. From the north gate to the colonel's residence on Tuben Road, the road was completely cleaned, and even the phlegm on the ground was wiped off by the soldiers with rags piece by piece. Many of the peach trees on the west side of the road had been dead for many years, but under the light of the Holy King, they had miraculously come back to life! However, when Qi Lang came to the side to take a closer look, he found that they were only hung with some papier-mâché green leaves and pink flowers, and as for the fragrance, the smell was very close to the rouge of the female soldiers.

The vendors on the street were all standing there shouting and selling their goods as usual, but they were no longer familiar faces, especially Aunt Casey in front of the burger stall, Qi Lang recognized her, she was obviously his subordinate Corporal Linda. I really don't know what Lieutenant Colonel William thinks, if the stalls are all set up by these young girls and boys, those helpless middle-aged and elderly people, what do they live on?

However, there was no need for Zilang to worry about this, Lieutenant Colonel William had full experience in this area. Although the vendors have been out for a short time, when the greeting procession passes by their stalls, their shouting still shows a certain professionalism - no one shouts the wrong goods, and even if they are wrong, the customers who have stopped at the stall for more than two and a half hours will remind them.

As he passed by Dr. Qom's small clinic, Qi Lang took a second look. He was pleased with Lieutenant Colonel William's great move—the low little house had been repainted, and although the milky paint appeared only on the side of the street, Dr. Coombe had benefited from it, considering that it could not be taken back as long as it was dry. The two not very familiar Coom and Yuli standing in front of the door always had a grateful smile, and it seemed that they were both very satisfied, and they must have praised in their hearts, Lieutenant Colonel William is really a good man!

As the welcoming procession marched for two hours, Qi Lang seemed to be in a beautiful illusion all the time. The people here are dressed brightly, look at the beautiful gauze skirts, look at the smooth otter skin, and everyone has a happy smile on their faces. Shachi Town is indeed the happiest city in the North Lelikum continent, everyone does not worry about food and clothing, everyone is immersed in the joy of a better life, poverty and backwardness have never had anything to do with it here - this is probably the embodiment of great material abundance and great improvement in the living standards of the people, right?

The swaggering Lieutenant Colonel William was at the head of the line, frowning until Prince Mascu arrived. He is so professional that every corner on both sides of the road can be picked out by him. At his command, a few non-commissioned officers who knew close to him walked out scolding, and continued to give earnest teachings to those people who had made up for the moment. As a result, the market became more lively, and it is estimated that the transaction volume on this day will reach the level of a normal month.

Lieutenant Colonel William was probably Felix, but Qi Lang barely recognized him. It wasn't because his tuxedo was too eye-catching, but because his attitude was more humble than ever, and it seemed that he was learning from his uncle what it took to be a good lord. There is no doubt that he will come to this point sooner or later, and it can be concluded from his two diametrically opposed attitudes towards his superiors and subordinates that his career is bright.

Joanna walked behind them. She was dressed as a noble lady, and the hem of her white gauze skirt was held up by steel wire, like a huge umbrella attached to the lower part of her body, and her golden hair was tied in a pink bow, which was probably adorned with a large number of pearls, and she walked with a twinkle that made it impossible to open your eyes. Qi Lang couldn't see her expression at all in the back, but it was estimated that it should be the same as the large group of noble ladies behind her, and she would definitely have the gentlest and brightest smile on her pink face.

At about half past four in the afternoon, the greeting procession finally arrived outside the city gate north of the town, a full hour ahead of the scheduled arrival time of His Royal Highness the Prince. This was of course necessary, as Lieutenant Colonel William needed this time to re-examine everyone's facial expressions. For example, Gulf's smile was slightly stiff, and he drove to the back of the line without hesitation. Immediately afterward, flowers and red silk scarves were distributed to everyone. Lieutenant Colonel William finally emphasized that everyone should not always be so uniform when swinging the welcome equipment in their hands, because this is not a barracks, and the welcome procession of normal people should be scattered and full of enthusiasm.

So, Qi Lang saw Sean and Francis hiding their weapons in their sleeves, adjusted their expressions, and then cheered wildly like an authentic star chaser, waving those thick arms......

It was a shocking scene. Qi Lang dared to guarantee that if the dragon legion of the Otto Empire appeared on the opposite side at this time, they would definitely be frightened, and maybe they would obediently disarm and surrender.

Enough is done. After two hours of waiting, the rumbling of carriages sounded in the distance on the mountain road.

Prince Marcus has arrived!

Lieutenant Colonel William secretly waved his hand behind him, and the cheers erupted like a volcano!

"Welcome, welcome, warm welcome!"

"Your Royal Highness, may I please give you a kiss on your boots?"

"Oh, if I can see you, I want God to take me to heaven tonight!"

The soldiers, oh no, the people behaved so well that the scene was so lively that a few of the girls even fainted exaggeratedly—those Qi Lang had some impression that they frequented the Kailun Bar and had intimate dealings with many lonely men. They seem to have been specially invited, and it is estimated that Lieutenant Colonel William's reward after the event must be indispensable to them.

Amid deafening cheers, a huge carriage stopped. Hundreds of ironclad guards behind the carriage stepped up and stretched out their equally strong arms to keep the crowd out. They didn't have to do that, as the people had been informed in advance that no one was allowed to come within ten meters of Prince Marcus, except for Lieutenant Colonel William.

The velvet curtain was lifted, and the noble prince leaned out of it.

He wore a golden crown on his head, and a crimson cloak embroidered with gold threads on his shoulders. He did have the brilliance of a holy king on him, so that the onlookers could barely open their eyes.

But then, he straightened up in the carriage and waved his arms so loudly that Qi Lang and everyone could see that he was a richly dressed ...... Fatso!

Prince Marcus spoke, his voice a little urn-like, and the first words he said were very kind: "Dear Lieutenant Colonel William, is dinner ready?"