The fall of the Gabriel Kingdom

besides.

King Faniji Gabriel also recited the names of all the Sequence established by the Sun King in modern times.

The "Artisan" Sequence is actually "Fire Bearer," the "Servant" Sequence is actually "Executor," and the "Citizen" Sequence is "Child of the City," and so on.

Inside the palace.

Prince Aguli and Princess Annatania were both somewhat stunned upon hearing this.

"Is that so?!"

"Unexpectedly, the origins of these powerful Sequence are so ordinary, even..."

"It's humiliation, isn't it?"

King Faniji Gabriel laughed.

"But that's the truth. Most of us Jade Nobility were originally peasants who followed the great Sun King in his uprising. Who among us had a good background?"

"Farmer, Artisan, lower-class citizens, Merchant, impoverished nobles, and so on—that's who we were born into."

Then, he gave a self-deprecating look.

"Unfortunately, after we became successful, we forgot our place. Not only did we consider ourselves Jade Nobility, but we also distorted history and even claimed the original names of these Sequence System as noble."

He made this self-deprecating remark because even the Gabriel Family went along with the tide in this process, secretly aligning with the "righteousness" of the Jade Nobility.

Actually, there's nothing we can do about it. If only your Gabriel Kingdom were to act superior and remember that everyone else is of humble origin, we might have all turned against you and turned you into a true peasant.

The King furrowed, and he looked up at the distant sky, a mocking smile on his face.

"Moreover, the two empires, North and South, are also vying for the title of 'descendants of the Sun King.'"

"They're really funny. The Sun King never married, so where would he get any descendants?"

"That ancestor of the Nufaluo Empire was initially only granted the title of a minor count, and even served under Randy Gabriel's ancestor for a period of time."

"Back then, it was only with the help of the Gabriel Kingdom that the Nufaluo County gradually became part of the Kingdom."

The King was indignant.

"I never imagined that Rob Nufaluo, that ungrateful bastard without ancestors, would completely disregard our past friendship and insist on seizing the foundation of my Gabriel Kingdom."

In fact.

If Landisel weren't so strategically located, being the largest port on the entire Western Sea Coast, the North Empire wouldn't have actually planned to conquer the Gabriel Kingdom first.

But the saying "a common man is innocent, but possessing a treasure is a crime" illustrates this point.

In Emperor Rob Nufaluo's view, the Gabriel Kingdom was so weak that it could hardly withstand the powerful navy of the Southern Empire; it would simply fall into the hands of the Empire.

Of course, he also scoffed at the idea of friendship between their ancestors and their country.

In this era of great competition, only interests matter between nations.

The Gabriel Kingdom refused to submit and offer territory, and even rejected his offer of marriage, which naturally enraged him.

He's not a petty person.

The King, filled with sorrow, anger, and sighs, vented his emotions in the palace before calming down and looking at his only two children, he spoke.

"Aguli, Anna, the imperial army will be at the city gates in two days. The entire Gabriel Kingdom has been defeated, and the Landisear City is powerless to resist."

He handed the dragon-skin book to Aguli Gabriel and earnestly instructed his son.

"My son, this book is not only a family heirloom of the Gabriel royal family, but also contains important secrets. Today, I entrust it to you."

"From this day forward, you are the head of the Gabriel Kingdom, and you must shoulder the responsibilities of the patriarch."

"And, most importantly..."

King Faniji Gabriel pointed solemnly to the majestic and Holiness human-shaped statue before him.

"My children, our Kingdom is about to fall. If you still wish to bear the name of Gabriel, do not forget this statue of the Sun King before you."

"The Sun King is Gabriel's benefactor; we must not forget him!"

"I understand, Father."

"Furthermore, that night, you two siblings should change into commoners' clothes, escape from the city, and never return."

The two siblings looked at each other, their eyes immediately welling up with tears.

"Father, where are you and Mother?"

Aguli's voice was trembling with tears.

"Then we won't leave."

Faniji Gabriel's eyes were resolute, his hands clenched into fists.

"Your mother and I are determined to live and die with this city."

"As the last Monarch of the Gabriel Kingdom, I must naturally die with my country to honor the name of my ancestors!"

"Father, our family can go together."

Aguli tried to persuade her again, but Annatania was already sobbing uncontrollably.

She was still too young, and faced with a sudden national crisis, she really didn't know what to do.

"Hmph, if I leave, how will you escape?"

If he leaves, they will face relentless pursuit and death from the North Empire.

If he were to die for his country, perhaps his children could escape with their lives.

Besides.

How terrible would a Monarch's reputation be if he abandoned his country and fled?

Faniji Gabriel was a wise ruler his whole life, and he wouldn't want to be condemned at the end. It would be better for him to die!

He said sternly.

"Do as I say, and you will all flee for your lives tonight."

"Furthermore, the North Empire is powerful. Before its decline, don't even think about revenge or restoring your kingdom. Go to the Southern Empire first and become a minor noble."

Then he turned to look at his loyal guard.

"Mojiaer, tonight, you will take the prince and princess and leave."

However, the head guard, who had always obeyed his orders without hesitation, knelt down and shook his head.

"No, Your Majesty, I am willing to fight you to the last moment, and I will never flee the capital."

"You!"

King Faniji Gabriel said angrily.

"Obey my command, Mojiaer, this is the King's command!"

"No, Your Majesty. With the nation fallen, my Mojiaer Family, as a hereditary noble family of the Gabriel Kingdom, has enjoyed the nation's Ende for thousands of years, and naturally we shall share the nation's fate."

Mojiaer shook his head again.

"However, I will send trusted and loyal men to escort the prince and princess on their escape."

"Please grant my permission, Your Majesty!"

After Mojiaer finished speaking, he kowtowed and refused to rise.

The King remained silent for a long time before finally sighing and nodding.

"Very well, Mojiaer, since that's the case, then you shall die with me."

"I never imagined that even at the time of national collapse, there would still be such a loyal minister as you."

So that night...

Then, several dozen Royal Court guards escorted the prince and princess as they escaped through a secret passage.

Three days later.

The army of the North Nufaluo Empire besieged the city, demanding that the Gabriel Kingdom hand over Princess Annatania and surrender unconditionally.

King Faniji vehemently refused and defended the city to the death.

The King fought to the death, and the defending troops naturally followed suit.

Ten days later.

The Nufaluo Empire's army suffered tens of thousands of casualties before finally breaching the city.

The emperor was furious that the royal family of Gabriel was ungrateful and issued an order.

"The Emperor has decreed the extermination of the Gabriel Family!"