Chapter 713: An Objection

(Alpha Star System- Planet Gaia)

(Hireyn City- Private Amphitheatre)

The ceremony had been going on for around two hours now. 

Sophie remained seated on the iron throne and had to keep the expressionless mask on her face.

Her body hurt.

The throne looked grand and imposing but by the gods… it was really fucking uncomfortable. 

Especially since it had not been built to fit someone who possessed four long blade-like appendages jutting out of their back.

Sophie leaned forward slightly and tried to give her appendages a little bit of space to spread outwards.

A group of four masked singers were currently standing at the edge of the stage and singing a melodic tune that was both haunting and sorrowful.

"O' the darkness of iron, salt, and sea…"

"We come before thee… witness the glory… the rise…"

"The one who has been chosen is nigh… for we see the light…"