The next morning, the news spread throughout the streets and alleys of Cairo.
"His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh is about to return!"
"His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh is coming back!"
The news spread throughout the city like a whirlwind, and even reached the cities closest to Cairo.
After hearing the news that His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh was returning to Cairo, many people rushed to Cairo.
In Cairo, bakery owners hung colorful cotton ribbons at their doors; craftsmen in pottery workshops worked day and night to create exquisite souvenirs.
People spread flower petals on the streets of the city, and flags of the desert and the Nile were planted everywhere.
In a tavern in the south of the city, several businessmen were having a heated discussion.
"I bet the Holy Pharaoh will be back tomorrow, just in time for the Holy Egyptian Festival!"
The other businessman just shook his head after hearing this: "Impossible."
"I remember it took the Holy Pharaoh three whole days to return last time. I think it's very likely to return in three or four days."
The third businessman lowered his voice mysteriously: "What you said is all wrong!"
"My sister's husband works at the port. He said he's received orders and is organizing a thousand workers to clean up the entire moat area!"
"Do you know what this means? It means that His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh will definitely arrive in Cairo soon!"
Their argument attracted more people to watch, and the tavern owner launched a date wine called "Great Triumph" in time, and the business suddenly became popular.
A meeting was going on in the meeting hall of the imperial palace.
Kamul stood in the main seat, looked around at the participants, and then spoke.
"Based on the information gathered from all parties, I think we should schedule the welcoming ceremony for tomorrow morning."
"This date gives us ample time to prepare and is also consistent with the traditional way of welcoming a triumphant king."
After hearing what Kamul said, a minister was a little worried.
"Sir, let's get ready today!"
"Because last year's preparations took too long, resulting in high costs and low efficiency, I think it would be better to concentrate resources to complete it efficiently in a short period of time."
Then, Malacia also stood up.
"I support this. As far as I know, delegations from three cities have already set out to attend the welcoming ceremony, and they also need time to arrange their itineraries."
"So, we'd better prepare everything today and just wait for His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh to return."
After some discussion, the meeting finally determined the basic framework of the welcoming ceremony.
That is, when His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh arrives in Memphis, they will have to prepare all matters.
As soon as the news was announced, the whole city of Cairo was in an uproar.
Vendors in the market competed to sell souvenirs emblazoned with the sun, and craftsmen worked day and night to polish exquisite bronze shields and scepters, ready to be presented to their holy pharaoh in a ceremony.
The priests worked overtime to practice ancient hymns, and even the farmers outside the city carefully selected the fullest grains to form a huge pattern symbolizing the harvest to welcome the holy pharaoh.
Kamul stood on the highest platform of the palace, overlooking the city that was adorned with colorful flags and lights.
He recalled the scene when he first met Lin Ke many years ago.
At that time, the Holy Pharaoh was still a young prince, vigorous and ambitious.
And now, the Egyptian prince has become the most respected ruler in the entire Nile River basin.
In other words, the most popular and respected ruler on this continent.
And Holy Egypt prospered under his rule!
Kamul looked at everything in front of him and couldn't help muttering to himself.
"Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh..."
"Holy Egypt is what it is today because of your leadership."
Then he opened his arms toward the sun.
"The sun will eventually rise!"
"Those who leave will eventually return!"
The next morning, the road outside the east gate of Cairo was crowded with people from the surrounding villages.
Holding flowers, fruits and handicrafts, they look forward to being the first to see the Holy Pharaoh.
In the city's main square, workers were setting up a temporary stage and viewing platform, and soldiers in the barracks were stepping up their training for the parade.
Even temple priests who normally do not participate in public activities began rehearsing public prayer ceremonies.
Kamul's schedule was packed with preparatory meetings.
I had just finished a meeting with the construction department in the morning, and at noon I had to confirm the ceremony process with etiquette experts. In the afternoon, I had to review hundreds of hymns collected from all over the country and select the most suitable ones.
"grown ups!"
At this time, a servant came running over: "The leader of the Malacia tribe wants to see you. He said there is an emergency."
Camille nodded and said, "Let her in."
Malacia looked a little tired, obviously she had worked hard all night yesterday.
"Just received news that citizens from various cities have spontaneously organized a massive welcoming team, with an estimated number of over 100,000 people!"
"Most of the people in the entire Holy Egyptian Alliance have come here!"
"The existing viewing area may not be able to accommodate them! What should we do, Lord Kamul?"
Kamul stood up and asked in surprise, "So many people?"
"We must immediately adjust our plans and set up a temporary viewing area on the outskirts of the city. In addition, we must increase the number of guards to maintain order."
Marasia nodded immediately and left the palace.
Kamul wiped the sweat from his forehead, quickened his pace and arrived at the watchtower.
The scene before him made him take a deep breath.
He still remembered that the last time he saw a similar scene was the day when the Hebrew Empire army was at the gates of the city.
And now, those standing below are the people who are participating in the celebration.
The people of the Holy Egyptian Alliance, the people of the outside world, the people of the world.
At this moment, the city of Cairo was shrouded in jubilation.
"Sir! The border outposts reported seeing a large group moving in the distance towards Cairo!"
"The city of Memphis has held a prayer ceremony to sanctify Pharaoh's safe return!"
"The temple near the palace has seen an unprecedented influx of pilgrims!"
"My lord! My lord!"
More and more soldiers emerged behind Kamul, and even Remheb was busy and dizzy.
They all knew that this meant that His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh would soon arrive in Cairo.
Preparations in the city have also entered the final sprint stage.
Chefs worked day and night to produce tens of thousands of small breads and desserts to ensure that every participant could enjoy delicious food.
Craftsmen polished hundreds of brand new bronze mirrors, ready to reflect sunlight during the welcoming ceremony, forming a spectacular corridor of light.
"ah--"
"It's His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh! It's His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh!"
"It's His Majesty the Great Saint Pharaoh!"
Cheers came from the crowd, and Kamul immediately led a number of officials to the gate of Cairo.
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