Nero Claudius Ascends the Throne as Emperor

Caligula is destined to die.

It is not related to the right to grant Nero the Moon Cell license in that corner.

Caligula was the one directly 'gaze' upon by the Moon Cell. His connection with the Moon Cell was extremely close, and although the massive amount of information he directly accessed seemed insignificant compared to the Moon Cell itself, it was still far beyond what the Eye of the Moon could handle.

The sheer volume of information was enough to make even Mars, who had regained his Mechanical Body and possessed a level of power comparable to the King of Gods, hesitate. How could Caligula, with his mortal brain, possibly withstand it?

Even so, in the end, Rovi still granted him dignity—

Even if he could kill him directly, or seize the power of the Moon Cell directly from him.

But Rovi never minded making things more complicated.

This is fun.

The fun of 'courting death'.

In that instant, Caligula, who had regained his composure, was stunned. He looked at Rovi, who looked young, even boyish, and saw his serious expression.

The young Roman Emperor couldn't help but laugh.

"The emperor...?"

"Kryptonite hahaha!"

"Rome—so, you are Rome too!"

"We... Ancestors, Rome is entrusted to you, Nero is also entrusted to your care."

Caligula stretched out his hand.

In that instant, people of later generations made a pact with their ancestors.

Having traversed countless years and traveled through numerous countries and regions, Rovi smiled and said, "Hmm. Leave it to me!"

' The Moon Cell license is excessive...'

'Request approved.'

' Moon Cell License: 1%'

"I entrust it to you, my ancestor." Caligula's body dissipated, turning into specks of dust like smoke.

The abyss-like, thick magic dissipated without a trace.

He entered the underworld with the demeanor of a rational emperor. Rovi withdrew his hand and stared blankly at the ' Royal Authority Seal ' that appeared on the back of his hand.

It seems that Caligula's ownership of the Moon Cell the Moon license... is only a fraction of it.

"It seems that we need to make more preparations if we want to rely on this invasion of the Moon Cell itself."

Rovi clenched his fist slightly.

Nero gazed up at the dust that his uncle's body had dissipated into, lost in thought...

Are you alright?

When asked by Rovi's, Nero snapped out of his daze and replied, "Of course I'm fine."

"Hmm... at least grandfather was treated like an emperor, that's good, isn't it?" The pretty blonde girl smiled.

She is very open-minded.

Or perhaps it was because he had witnessed too many of Caligula's insane states and knew the hidden pain within the mad Caligula's heart.

Therefore, Nero knew that it was the best possible outcome for Caligula to enter the Underworld in a rational manner.

"Thank you, Rovi-senpai." Nero thanked him, slightly lifting the hem of her crimson skirt, her golden hair swaying, her rosy lips slightly parted, and the ahoge on her head bobbing. Her slightly bent posture made her full figure bloom before one's eyes.

The girl looked serious, her eyes sparkling.

Rovi couldn't help but ruffle Nero's hair. "What are you saying? I'm Roman too—"

"You are all my juniors!"

Rome is a nation founded by inheriting the will of the 'wise men'.

Spiritual inheritance.

In Rovi's view, it was far more important than blood ties.

"Hmm?" Nero tilted her head, not objecting to Rovi's rubbing her head; the pretty young girl simply gave a rather beautiful and warm smile.

Roman Senpai...?

"She truly is the one I've always longed for!" Nero's smile became even brighter.

She never hides her inner thoughts; that's always been her girlish personality.

Just then, accompanied by the roar of gears turning, Crimson Machine God Mars stepped forward and said, "Father, you have succeeded."

"Now that you have achieved your goal, it is time for me to leave."

But Rovi stopped him. "Wait."

"Mars, you are the guardian of Rome, right?"

"It is Mars." Mars paused, somewhat puzzled, but nodded nonetheless. He said, "I am the guardian of the City-state, the patron god of the Roman Empire, the god of fertility and plants, and the patron god of livestock, farmland, and farmers. I also govern the land and the monarchy—"

It's like reciting a menu, it's all done by the manager.

It must be said that after receiving 'guidance' from Rovi's back then, he gained so much from Ares to Mars, something he had never experienced before.

As He is the King of Gods.

But Rovi could sense that this was not the end for Him.

Rome existed for an extremely long time, and the concept of Rome in a broad sense even continued into later generations. As the patron god of Rome, Mars alone was able to gain the qualification to be among the true supreme gods and reach the primordial gods.

Therefore, Mars was always grateful to Rovi, for it was a true act of rebirth. Otherwise, he would not have willingly acknowledged Rowe as his father.

However, Mars knew Rovi's's character better. "You wouldn't be plotting something again, would you!?"

"Am I that kind of person?" Rovi raised an eyebrow.

Mars's Crimson mobile suit revealed a serious and earnest expression. "You are..."

"You guessed right, now I'll show you my scheme."

Rovi raised his hand and slapped Mars across the face.

"..."

That was too hasty.

They've been outmaneuvered.

Mars remained silent, feeling ashamed though not in pain. Then he heard Rovi say, "Now that Caligula is dead, how can the vast Roman Empire be without a First Consul, without an emperor?"

"The Emperor?" Although Rome had a complete system from top to bottom, with the highest being the 'Emperor', followed by the Senate, and then the commoners, the hierarchy was also well-organized.

However, as the First Consul, the Roman Emperor was also indispensable, the one who made the final decision on all major matters.

It is indeed indispensable.

"Do you have someone in mind?" Mars couldn't help but ask. After all, Rovi was a true sage, a wise man whose reputation had spread across several countries for thousands of years.

His choice is undoubtedly very suitable...

Nero also looked over, his emerald green eyes filled with anticipation. "The Roman Emperor? Hmm, I wonder what kind of person Rovi has chosen as his successor?"

Caligula loved Rome.

Nero Claudius was the same.

Therefore, she was happy to see outstanding individuals become the First Consul of Rome, leading this free and passionate nation to even greater heights.

"Of course we have a candidate." Rovi raised his hand. "It's her."

Mars followed his finger and looked at the petite yet full-figured girl. The god of Rome fell into deep thought.

Nero also fell into deep thought.

Who is that?

Is it left over?

Who is Yu...?

"Wait! You mean me?!" Nero was shocked but couldn't believe it.

"That's right, Miss Nero Claudius." Rovi clapped his hands and chuckled. "You are Caligula's niece, isn't it only natural that you become the Roman Emperor?"

"Moreover, I have witnessed your courage and sense of responsibility along the way. Your actions of protecting my safety even when you were in danger on several occasions have earned my admiration."

Actually, it's not for these reasons, but because Nero also possesses the 'royal power' bestowed upon him by the Moon Cell.

Nero's royal power was obtained from Caligula as a fragment of the Moon Cell license.

However, Nero and the Moon Cell have a natural affinity.

This compatibility is even higher than that of Caligula himself.

Otherwise, they wouldn't fuse directly.

So Rovi decided to nurture this young girl... just as he knew the history of the world, to raise her to be a Roman emperor, to nurture "Royal Power" with "Royal Power 1", to make her connection with the Moon Cell even stronger, and to grant her greater power.

Only then could he use this license to seize the Moon Cell's computing power.

But Nero would never know this.

Mars didn't know either.

The Crimson Machine God, the guardian of Rome, pondered for only a moment before nodding, "Alright, I will listen to you."

"However, before that time, I fear they will soon find out that you have arrived in Rome." Mars's eyes were serious.

Rovi remained silent and nodded.

Those Greek goddesses from the past... their grudges and entanglements are truly inextricably linked.

But Rovi didn't feel troubled.

Because he had already prepared himself mentally when he set foot on this land.

"That's good. As expected of Wu Yi, you always handle these kinds of things with ease."

"I always feel like you're subtly insulting me."

"No, I'm doing this openly and honestly!" It's both 'yes' and 'friend'.

Mars and Rovi's attitudes were very clear.

This posture also made Rovi feel comfortable.

Amidst hearty laughter, the god of the land, who held supreme power, pointed at Nero: "In the name of Mars, I appoint you as the next Roman Emperor!"

"Hmm?"

Still completely bewildered, Nero's eyes widened. "Huh!?"

She... became the Emperor of Rome?

Nero had lived among the common people in her early years, but after Cagliari became emperor, she lived in the court. However, even so, for her, the position of emperor should never have been related to her.

After all, she was not her uncle's heir.

After all, Kagura never groomed her as his heir.

And now, why?

"Of course, it is because of your wisdom and courage that you have gained Rome's recognition."

The sound rang in her ears, Nero came back to her senses. She looked at the magnificent palace before her, where countless figures stood. She stood on a high place, and in front of her was Rovi, who was wearing a linen robe that would never fade.

Two days have already passed!

Nero then realized what was happening.

Yes, two days have passed since Mars and Rovi jointly appointed Nero as emperor. During these two days, the girl has been thinking and pondering, and time has flown by in a daze.

Before us was the 'conferment ceremony' for the First Consul of the Roman Empire, representing the emperor's position, which Rome had prepared for two days.

The First Consul is the emperor.

These are equivalent.

Although Cagliari's death was sudden, the Roman Empire quickly sprang into action thanks to the oracle descended by Mars, and the investiture ceremony began just two days later.

This is the hall of the Citizen Assembly.

Rome was a continuation of Greece, inheriting its beliefs and institutions. Therefore, the Citizen Assembly, which existed in the Greek city-state period, still held great significance in Rome at that time.

Hmm... symbolic meaning.

However, the conferment ceremony for the First Consul and the Emperor still nominally required the witness of the Citizen Assembly.

And so at this moment.

The elders watched from the front row below.

The citizens sat behind him, witnessing the emperor's arrival.

"Go!" Rovi looked at Nero in front of him. "Don't tell me that the psychological counseling I did for you was useless."

After all, she was a young girl, and it was understandable that she was overwhelmed by the sudden prospect of becoming emperor. Therefore, during this period, Rovi provided her with 'psychological counseling' to reduce the pressure on Nero.

"Hoo... Of course I won't." Nero took a deep breath, her full chest heaving, and smiled. "I will not back down."

The emperor's throne came suddenly.

But Nero would not push her away.

"Yu Yuan only wanted to be a perfect Roman artist who could perform in the Roman Theater, but since he became emperor..."

"Then I too must become a perfect emperor!"

Nero smiled.

The lights of the Citizen Assembly shone down from above, dazzling and radiant. Nero wore an even more magnificent outfit than before, her fiery red skirt now adorned with countless rose patterns. The girl's figure was petite and graceful, her slender waist tightly bound and accentuated, making her full breasts appear even more firm. Her rounded hips revealed her full and beautiful white legs. Standing before the people, the girl exuded confidence, nobility, and passion.

"Mmm!"

She slowly opened her arms and said, "I am Nero Claudius."

"I love Rome, I love this land, I love the free and passionate Romans, I love embracing the sun in the sky, and I love the blooming roses."

"Because--"

"I belong to Rome!"

No ideal blueprint was set, and no grand promises were made.

But the girl's outstretched arms and her confident, noble, and enthusiastic words drew everyone's attention.

A burst of applause followed.

The coronation of the First Consul began with attendants bringing in the Emperor's Crown, a replica of the crown worn by Romulus, the founder of Rome, and a symbol of the power of every Roman Emperor.

But Nero did not reach out to take it; instead, he looked at Rovi.

"Qing, don't you intend to help me?"

The young girl smiled enigmatically, "Was my position as emperor given to me by you?"

Rovi was stunned.

Rovi, standing here, is invisible to everyone. He made Nero the Emperor of Rome, but he himself had not yet decided in what capacity he would participate in the course of Roman History.

However, at that moment, the girl pushed him.

Rovi accepted the crown.

In everyone's eyes, the crown floated up slowly into the air.

Rome!

"Rome above, is this divine approval?"

"No, this is Rome's approval!"

The elderly in the nursing home exclaimed in surprise, while the citizens in the Citizen Assembly stared wide-eyed.

Nero pursed his lips and smiled.

She lifted her skirt and bent down slightly.

Let Rovi crown him.

Let the Roman emperor crown him and make him emperor.

"From this day forward—"

"You are the Emperor of Rome!"

The crowd caught a glimpse of Rome's shadow.

"Then I, in my capacity as the Roman Emperor, issued my first order."

"Rovi".

"Become my helper!"

Nero grabbed Rovi with his backhand, and the girl blinked her emerald green eyes.

You put me in this position.

Don't even think about running away!

"The coronation ceremony of the Roman Emperor has ended..."

"Is it really him? Rovi..."

"Jupiter, do you hate him?"

"Why should I hate him? I should be grateful to him like you are, Mars. If he hadn't killed Zeus, I probably would never have been born!"

"Too."

In Rome, in the Pantheon, located in the 'heaven,' gods look down and watch this grand ceremony on earth.

Jupiter, a pale, tall man with a bushy beard and hair resembling a lion—a perfect replica of the human form of Zeus in the past—suddenly asked, "So, she should return too—"

Athena?

Mars knew who Jupiter was referring to. Although Jupiter wasn't exactly Zeus, he was considered a successor to Zeus, and Athena had been tricked by Zeus... If you think about it carefully, you could say she was his enemy.

"You might not be her match, but she won't attack you. That wouldn't be in line with [Intelligence], so you don't need to worry." Mars chuckled, turning his massive crimson machine around, and said, "Compared to that, let's focus on something else!"

"For example, things that specifically threaten our rule on earth."

"Are you referring to... the Holy Church?"