'Eternal Guardian' was more than just a divine artifact—a ring with spatial storage and protective abilities. Its greater significance lay in David's promise of love.
In the Interstellar Federation, the normal age for marriage was forty. If two people fell in love before then, they could become engaged.
The two 'Eternal Guardians' were the tokens of engagement between David and Emma. Though David had not said so outright, Emma understood perfectly. Some things did not need to be spoken.
Over the next two days, Emma's smile was exceptionally radiant, and from time to time, she would touch the 'Eternal Guardian' on her finger.
The two female Armored Warriors accompanying Emma were happy for her as well. They secretly informed Emma's mother, Lady Amelia, of the good news.
This news also put Lady Amelia's mind at ease. By now, the family could be said to be bound to General David—or rather, to be a force entirely dependent on him.
Although Lady Amelia knew that General David and Emma had a strong relationship, they were both far too young and would face countless trials. Having seen so many couples break apart and reunite, Lady Amelia had been deeply worried.
More importantly, General David and Emma had not truly settled their relationship. Only now, with General David giving her a token of engagement, could Lady Amelia finally rest easy.
David had the Military send invitations to the Transcendents who had come to the rescue that day. He also sent invitations to senior Military and government officials.
On the afternoon of the banquet, Qiya City's finest restaurant was placed under Military police protection. Several surrounding roads were completely sealed off, more than ten small warships patrolled the skies, and even a fleet stood by in space overhead.
Before the banquet began, one top-of-the-line Hover