Dong!

The low, rhythmic beating of the drums continued to resound throughout the square. Golden flags on each side began to wave as countless soldiers stomped the ground while knocking the shafts of their weapons against the ground, causing a corresponding rumble throughout the square in tandem with the beat. This display of vast coordination was truly imposing and grand. 

An official of the royal palace who was garbed in dignified clothing began to proclaim a long speech that caused the audience to turn dizzy. 

After the complicated procedures were completed, the frail Little Emperor within the carriage stood up and got off, beginning to ascend the white jade stairway step by step.

Everyone's gazes were focused upon him.

The Little Emperor's fair and delicate expression held a trace of solemnity. He took each step slowly, gradually ascending the sacrificial altar. This was a requirement as the ceremony would be completed atop this platform as it had to do with the Kingdom...