The chaotic square gradually returned to calm.
After Lin An recalled the Two-Headed Dragon into his "body," every Awakener present felt their eyelids twitch violently.
It really was a summoned creature, just like the one in Lin An's hand.
With such a mythic-level summoned creature, combined with his overwhelming strength, it was no wonder Lord Rehn had resolved the Chita Catastrophe so quickly.
Half a minute later, several high-ranking officials acting as representatives forcibly suppressed their excitement and overwhelming joy before striding toward Lin An.
They extended both hands, their eyes even carrying a hint of fanaticism:
"Lord Rehn, welcome back!"
"We respectfully convey our highest greetings to you on behalf of all the Survivors of Soviet Russia!"
"Swish!"
Several thousand Awakener soldiers raised their hands in salute in perfect unison. Under everyone's watchful eyes, a solemn shout rang out from every side of the square in succession:
"The award ceremony begins!"
"The award ceremony begins!"
"The Investiture—"
Outside the square, millions of Survivors from the Central Safe Zone craned their necks, watching what could be called the highest-level reception in Soviet Russia's history.
A large number of elite soldiers who had been arranged in advance had formed neat squares and were now marching over from the other side of the square.
There were three great formations. The Third Order Awakeners leading each formation held a gift box in their hands, containing medals that represented the highest honor.
Taking a deep breath, the head of the War Propaganda Department in charge of publicity raised his voice. Under the spread of Mental Strength, he shouted in a passionate tone:
"Everyone!"
"Let us wholeheartedly welcome our hero! Lord Rehn!"
"He was the one who feared neither death nor danger and resolved Soviet Russia's greatest crisis! He brought this Cataclysm to an end!