Forging a Myth Belonging to Humanity

Modern Rome is undoubtedly an imperial political system with the ' First Consul ' as the supreme ruler. The First Consul is the de facto emperor, ' Augustus,' meaning sacred and great.

Since a country is a 'state', the forces within it must be complex and intertwined. Although the emperor holds great power, he cannot truly control the entire country.

From the emperor down, the Council of Elders, which had opposed several emperors such as Tiberius and Caligula, still retained strong power. The Citizen Assembly, which dominated the Roman Republic before the establishment of the imperial system, still had a certain influence, even though it was more symbolic than practical.

For them, a powerful emperor is far less desirable than a mediocre one.

A powerful emperor would strip them of their rights and squeeze out their space to live.

Just like Caligula, who had not yet been gazed upon by the Moon Eye, and his predecessor, Tiberius.

The period from Tiberius's reign to the early years of Caligula's rule was the most stifling time for the elderly nobles in the Old Age.

Caligula's madness and death were good news for them.

Now,

The emperor who arrived showed them the same strong qualities, and even more potential for great talent and ambition than Caligula and Tiberius.

"She has decided to Britannia, and now that the news has spread, her prestige among the people is immense..."

"She decided the fate of that island without consulting the council of elders... ignoring the council of elders, which is a bad sign."

"Augustus was a holy and great man Divine Favor, a man protected by the great Mars..."

"We can't lay a hand on her."

"That ' Officer Rovi ' is suspected to be a descendant of Xian, and he should not be touched either."

"Then there's only one way."

"No matter what she wants to do, we will neither resist nor cooperate."

"Just like we did with Tiberius, let's give this emperor a good talking-to!"

"A weak and powerless emperor can't possibly abandon us and go it alone like Tiberius, who reigned for decades, could he?"

"..."

The elderly residents of the nursing home made a decision based on this.

Meanwhile, Rovi and Merlin returned from Avalon.

They also embarked on their journey back to Rome.

A few days later.

Roman Empire.

The intense sunlight shone brightly on the buildings of the city, casting a radiant glow on their domes.

The streets formed by the buildings and the smooth roads were swept clean. The already bustling city was covered by crowds, making it even more noisy and lively.

Even though the Roman Praetorian Guard had already divided the road, leaving a wide area in the middle.

Even the heavily armored and imposing Roman soldiers could not stop the people's enthusiasm for flooding the streets.

There is no other reason for this.

This was all because on this day—the Roman emperor Nero Claudius, along with a descendant of Rovi, the Greek sage believed to be the originator of Rome, returned victorious from his Northern Campaign.

Despite being newly appointed governors and advisors, the first thing they did was something that countless predecessors had failed to do.

Completely subjugate Britannia and bring it under their rule.

This is something that every emperor of the Roman Empire has tried to do since a year ago, when Rome had just entered the Roman Empire and the first Augustus, Octavian, sent troops across the sea to conquer that huge, isolated island, only to be repelled by the Celtic people living on it who used the unique terrain.

Even Caligula before Nero only nominally incorporated Britannia into Rome because the Celtic people desired to use Rome's power to deal with Albion.

However, at that time Britannia had been occupied by the Albion dragons, and Rome could not control it effectively. It could only use it as a source of exploitation, constantly collecting taxes on the flow of goods.

To some extent, Emperor of Rome regarded Britain as a 'medal'.

However, none of them were able to truly claim this glory.

Only His Her Majesty Nero has accomplished this.

She and her aide, Rovi, immediately established de facto rule over Britannia upon taking office.

Push Rome's borders toward that island!

It set forth something that previous emperors had failed to fully accomplish.

This is an honor.

The glory of all Rome.

Under this glory, countless people would eagerly anticipate witnessing the emperor's triumphant return.

"They're here—"

"The team is here!"

"That's the Roman legion, no doubt about it, it must be His Majesty Her Majesty Nero and Lord Rovi!"

The noise and commotion suddenly rang out, attracting considerable attention.

The crowd followed the gaze of the noisy people and looked out of the city of Rome. Their eyes pierced through the magnificent city walls and they could see the dust swirling outside, flags fluttering, and the tracks of people, horses, and carriages rolling out beneath them.

The Roman legions marched in with orderly steps.

Behind them, in front of them, and surrounding them was a huge, fiery red carriage, on which a black eagle was painted, its wings flapping amidst golden light and shadow.

That was the symbol of the Roman Court.

That was undoubtedly the emperor's carriage.

It's here!

At this moment, the crowd erupted in cheers, and even the Roman soldiers on guard couldn't help but look over.

The approaching column, every soldier stood tall and proud, their sense of honor even stronger as they were personally involved.

"Hmm. It's really lively outside. No wonder it's Yu's Rome!"

The person sitting inside the carriage let out a joyful sound. A girl with long, dazzling golden hair leaned against the window, gazing at the scene outside through the small crack in the window.

Rovi, standing behind him, looked at the figure whose back was to him.

Nero had her back to him, her fiery red dress draped down, the hem of which was slightly hazy, revealing glimpses of her full, plump legs.

However, Nero quickly withdrew his gaze and turned to sit up straight.

"My assistant, do you see this? This is all Rome cheering for me!"

"It was Rome's warm welcome to Yu Yuqing!"

Nero's clear voice was cheerful and excited.

On the other side of the carriage, someone else spoke, their voice equally clear but with a touch of maturity. "This is my first time in Rome."

"It really is a bustling place."

Martha, dressed in white, sat upright. Having been searching for the shadow of the 'Master,' she would naturally not turn her back on Rovi, and it was only natural that she followed him here. "This place is more prosperous than any other place I have ever been!"

"Of course, this is my Rome!" Nero proudly and confidently.

However, her emerald green eyes narrowed as they swept over the figure sitting beside Rovi, clad in dark armor.

Merlin was still dressed as before, but now she wore an eye patch that covered the upper half of her face, including her eyebrows and eyes.

She closed her eyes, refusing to look at Nero.

The heavens rejected this Roman Emperor, who was like a rose and fire.

"Hmm?" Nero tilted his head, not particularly interested...

"So, Your Her Majesty Nero, Your Excellency Rovi, why do I also need to come here?"

"Although you are the governor of the Province of Romania appointed by Nero, according to Roman Law, you must be formally granted the title by the Council of Elders to be truly legitimate." Rovi looked at the red-haired, athletic girl who had spoken. "Or do you intend to give your homeland to someone else?"

"I...I naturally don't want to. I've already decided to dedicate this to Britannia, and I can't give it up. I also don't trust outsiders, after all—" There's already a precedent.

In any case, Rome had oppressed Britannia.

This is a crack that is difficult to heal in a short time.

Boudica looked somewhat helpless.

Without a doubt, she was brought along along.

To be honest, stepping into Rome, she was also somewhat amazed by its prosperity.

The cheers and jubilation on both sides grew even more intense. The legions guarding the emperor marched through the gates of Rome, and the slowly turning chariot tracks were met by countless eyes at the heart of the empire.

The Maiden Emperor looked at Rovi.

"Are you ready?" Rovi asked.

"Hmm? That's only natural—I am the most perfect emperor, I need no preparation, I am always in the most perfect state, no matter when or where!"

"Shall we go then?"

Rovi Nero extended his hand. "Your Majesty the Emperor of Rome?"

"Of course, my assistant!"

Nero smiled.

Martha, Boudica, and Merlin all sat up slightly.

The carriage stopped before reaching the palace.

Thousands of people stared intently at the enormous train carriage that had been parked there.

Rome welcomed the returning emperor with great enthusiasm.

On their way, Rovi and Nero had already made preparations—they would join hands to bring Rome a new future, different from the past.

Declaration, pronouncement.

They plan to widely publicize this future strategy.

This was the emperor's will. Nero Claudius was an emperor like a rose; she would not follow the rules. She loved Rome, but she also knew Rome's shortcomings.

She wanted to change things; she wanted Rome to bloom perfectly like a rose.

For Rovi, this was also something he had to do.

His initial goal was to make Nero a truly perfect emperor, expand his "royal power," and strengthen his connection with the Moon Cell.

Now, in order to wear the crown of the strongest 'UO', he needs to accomplish even more great feats and expand his presence and influence in this world.

With a creak.

The cart swayed and tilted, and Nero, dressed in a fiery red dress, stepped out first. She slowly opened her arms to the crowd, displaying her alluring figure amidst the cheers of the Emperor of Rome and the people.

Rovi followed closely behind, his long robe making him seem rather inconspicuous compared to the fiery Maiden Emperor.

However, his existence also attracted the attention of countless people.

"It does indeed resemble the portrait..."

"According to the records of our ancestors, it was established by the Divine Ancestor Romulus, who upheld the will of the Sage Rovi, and with the help of Mars."

"The word 'Rome' comes from this."

"Rovi's name predates Mars."

The crowd was buzzing with discussion.

Rovi, however, was not pleased.

The imperial guards on both sides stood like statues, holding long spears and shields. The emperor's personal guard was undoubtedly elite, protecting the palace from any possible danger.

Rovi and Nero stood on a high place in front of the carriage of the station wagon.

The palace gates were right in front of us.

Nero did not enter the palace directly, but instead stood before the gate, turned around, and faced the gaze of thousands of people in Rome.

The fiery red skirt fluttered in the sunlight, revealing the girl's perfect figure.

She gave a noble and warm smile.

She declared, "My Rome, my people, I am Nero Claudius, Emperor of Rome, I am Rome!"

"I know that you are all curious about my existence, aren't you? You must have all heard of my name to some extent, right?"

Nero stood before the palace gate, her flowing skirt concealing her figure, while her exposed posture drew everyone's attention.

"I am the emperor who died, Caligula's niece."

Mentioning Caligula evokes fear in some, hatred in others, and a look of regret in still others.

That man, who was once wise and powerful in his youth, but fell into madness after only a few years in power, is indeed frightening, hateful, and even more regrettable.

However, that's not what Nero wanted to say.

"You and I have surely experienced the madness of my uncle Caligula."

"But in my opinion, that alone is not enough!"

That's not crazy enough.

Not enough madness.

"My Rome should be free, and all of you living on this land should be passionate!"

"Therefore, I have decided that from this day forward, I will implement my new law, which is different from the previous one!"

"I will clarify the system of bureaucratic selection, so that all talented people can be promoted; I will build free schools in the name of the Empire, so that everyone can receive an education; I will popularize the science and philosophy of classical Greece..."

Education in the region.

This was what Nero wanted to do, and this was also the 'flaw' of Rome that she knew about.

A vast imperial system often leads to bloated bureaucracy.

Top-down social strata often create educational vacuums.

"I will appoint my First Advisor, Rovi, as the one to lead the change!"

Upon hearing Nero call his name, Rovi smiled knowingly.

But the people below were already silent.

It was thought that completely subjugating Britannia was the most astonishing achievement this newly enthroned emperor could accomplish.

Unexpectedly, he uttered even more surprising words in the blink of an eye.

Reform is never just talk.

Even though Augustus, as the protector of the gods, would not be the target of any assassination attempts, the various interests involved would inevitably present him with numerous obstacles.

At least openly, they wouldn't dare.

Nero, however, would not be afraid.

From the moment she became emperor, she was determined to build the Rome of her dreams.

Rovi would not.

"Is it really necessary to go through all this trouble?"

A sigh rang in Rovi's ears, and a phantom nightmare appeared beside Rovi.

A silver robe hung down, hair flew in the air, and the figure that appeared crossed her legs and raised them, swaying to reveal soft, white curves.

The newcomer held Magecraft wand and looked at Rovi with crimson eyes.

That was ' Melly ' after she was beaten up by Merlin.

He was clearly beaten up.

But she became interested in Rovi instead.

So she remained by Rovi's side in a phantom form and followed him all the way here.

At this moment, Melly couldn't help but speak up, "So-called humans are nothing more than a nightmare than me. Their short lives are, at best, just something to be enjoyed!"

Illusory nightmares never signify the meaning or purpose of death.

She only uses them to please herself.

"So you won't understand, you won't understand the true meaning of humanity." Rovi glanced at the white, beautiful figure that only he could see, and said, "Human life is short, but the marks they leave on the world will never disappear, and their spirit will be passed down through generations."

"Is this what you wanted to do?"

Melly blinked.

"That's right." Rovi smiled.

He wants to be a spiritual 'king'.

To be the source of spiritual inheritance.

Not a god.

It's not some kind of 'master' either.

"Being a god or a 'master' is not as worthy of being remembered by the world as being a reformer or educator who spreads ideas and spirit!"

Only then can he be worthy of the title of King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Yes.

Even if it means becoming ' Yahweh ', even if it means becoming the being in later generations who has the widest faith in the world.

Rovi will also follow the path he desires with his own will.

He will not be a puppet.

He will only follow the path he desires.