Chapter 85: Fallen Star (5)
TL/Editor: Rungir
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Once Zion gave his consent, the stage was set in no time. The official reason was that the ongoing doubts about the heir's legitimacy prevented a memorial service, which should follow the funeral. Yet everyone present understood that was not the crux of the matter.
'The fight for the next emperor's throne is about to begin.'
The covert power struggle that lingered while Emperor Urdios was alive was now out in the open. It was expected to start after the Emperor's funeral, but Utekan had moved it up. It was clear that the one who made the first move would have an upper hand in the upcoming contest for the throne.
The spectators were more intrigued than before. Naturally, they were more interested in the upcoming fight for the throne than the Emperor's funeral.
"Phew...."
Princess Diana, the fifth princess, sighed softly and then began to approach the stage where the late emperor's sword, a royal relic, was placed.