Drums beat, trumpets blew, and the priests lit the sacred fire in front of the temple. The flames shot up into the sky, symbolizing the eternal glory of holy Egypt.
"It's really lively, really lively!"
The Atlanteans looked at the scene around them, and the corners of their mouths couldn't help but pull up.
Lin Ke walked into the city and set foot on a road covered with flowers and palm leaves.
Behind him were Ramses and Nantong, as well as the elite soldiers of Holy Egypt.
"Long live the Holy Pharaoh!"
"Long live the Holy Pharaoh!"
There was a deafening cheer from the crowd.
The women threw the lotus flowers in their hands into the air, and the petals fell like rain at Lin Ke's feet.
The children waved flags and ran behind the army with innocent smiles on their faces.
The priests stepped forward and put a golden cloak on Lin Ke's shoulders. The cloak was embroidered with a pattern of the light of Ra, symbolizing the supreme sacred authority of the Holy Pharaoh.
Then, they smeared Lin Ke's forehead with holy oil and chanted blessing spells in a low voice.
"May the sun god Ra bless you, and may your reign be as eternal as the Nile."
Lin Ke slowly turned around at this time, and the cheers below became more intense.
Musicians on both sides of the street played cheerful music, with drum beats and flute sounds intertwined.
The dancers wore colorful long skirts and held tambourines, dancing to the rhythm of the music.
An elderly merchant kneels on the ground, holding a bottle of precious myrrh in his hands.
"Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh! This is a spice that our family has treasured for a hundred years. May it bring you eternal glory."
Lin Ke nodded slightly, signaling the soldiers to accept the gifts.
He glanced at the crowd; the lively scenes made him feel a little dazed.
This is home!
The royal capital, Cairo!
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