199: Award ceremony, main line rewards of the version are calculated!

The palace was exceptionally lively at this moment.

The ceremony venue was constructed overnight, with red carpets laid out and a high platform erected.

All the royal nobles were present, seated on the high grandstands, while the rest of the city's common folk gathered in the open space below, awaiting the start of the ceremony.

The Demon Race's retreat was sudden, and the commendation ceremony was even more rushed.

The bewildered nobles were all speculating about who the recipient of this commendation would be.

"The city lords are too busy with their own affairs. I guess it's most likely the two brothers, Merlin and Megan, otherwise it would be the Royal City Guard Captain, Kyle. Besides them, I can't think of anyone else..."

"Eh, Kyle is impossible. He's been on duty in the Royal City recently and hasn't gone out at all."

"Then it must be Merlin and Megan. Those two old guys are really capable, hahaha."

"No, you're all wrong. The recipient of the commendation is someone else."

"Oh? Who else could it be?"

Several nobles exchanged glances; there truly were no other suitable candidates in their minds.

"Yesterday, I happened to see Merlin and Megan return on the street, and with them were three adults and one child. If I'm not mistaken, it should be one of those three adults."

"How can you tell? Perhaps they just happened to be on the same route. I still think Merlin and Megan are more likely."

"But what if I told you I personally saw the Merlin brothers take them into the Royal City without stopping? Would you still be so confident?"

"This..."

The noble was speechless, already believing it somewhat.

Having entered the Royal City yesterday, the King immediately had craftsmen work overnight to set up the commendation ceremony venue. It was hard to say there was no connection.

Just then, a commotion came from afar.

"The King is here!"

Everyone's attention was drawn away, and the topic was also cast aside.

The King led Chen Beixuan onto the podium and stood firm.

The King first recited a standard opening speech, then began a lengthy discourse for over ten minutes.

Something about... unity, self-reliance, confidence.

In short, it was about believing that the Human Realm would surely win and eliminate all invading enemies!

Chen Beixuan, wearing a mask, swayed, almost falling asleep.

It was fortunate he was wearing a mask, so the common folk below couldn't tell if his eyes were open or closed.

After much blabbering, they finally reached the commendation segment.

"Next, I will bestow the Human Hero medal upon the great contributor and great hero who repelled the Demon Race this time!"

"Now, please welcome our Human Hero, Old Man Chen—"

A cheer erupted from below, with shouts of approval echoing endlessly.

Chen Beixuan jolted awake and stepped forward.

The King ceremoniously took the badge from the etiquette attendant and pinned it to his chest, then pointed at the mask and said,

"Do you want to show your face?"

"No need, this is fine."

Chen Beixuan didn't want to be surrounded by a group of 'zombies' wherever he went, so he decisively refused the suggestion.

The King nodded slightly, then smiled and raised his hand, presenting him to the crowd.

The common folk below cheered and jumped for joy, everyone was incredibly excited!

It's finally going to end!

So sleepy...

Meanwhile, the nobles on the high platform all widened their eyes, their faces full of astonishment.

"The Human Hero badge, this is already the highest honor. I don't recall even the Royal City Guard Captain, Kyle, having it..."

"Wearing a mask during such an important ceremony, isn't that a bit disrespectful...?"

"The King has agreed, so does respect or disrespect still matter?"

"Don't worry, everyone. A person who suddenly appeared, yet received the highest honor, who do you think is most displeased?"

Upon hearing this, everyone suddenly let out a long 'oh,' revealing expressions of schadenfreude.

All eyes were fixed on a red-haired man in golden armor behind the King—Kyle!

Kyle stared at the slender figure on the stage, his face grim.

He had fought for the royal family for over a decade, viewing honor as his life, dreaming of becoming a Human Hero.

But now, he watched helplessly as the honor was taken by a suddenly appearing stranger.

At this moment, his heart felt like an overturned vinegar jar, sour and bitter.

His duty, however, forced him to merely watch; he couldn't go anywhere.

Tsk, how uncomfortable...

"Finally, let the title of Human Hero spread throughout the entire Lokeshi Continent, so that everyone knows our Human Hero—Old Man Chen!!!"

As the King's final shout echoed, the crisp notification sound finally rang out!

★ 『Server Announcement: Version 1.1 Main Quest [Repel the Demon Race] has been completed. Rewards will be distributed based on contribution ranking. Please check your inbox!』

★ 『Server Announcement: Due to the completion of Version 1.1 Main Quest [Repel the Demon Race], killing Demon Race members will no longer grant Merit Points, the Siege Event has ended, and the server-wide Double Experience buff will be permanently retained. We hope players continue to strive for more!』

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『Ding! Version 1.1 Main Quest [Repel the Demon Race] has been completed. Calculating...』

『Ding! Calculation complete! Your contribution value is 84.34%, earning you first place!』

『Ding! You have received rewards: [Divine Pet Egg] +1, [(Brilliant) Mount Divinization Stone] +1, [Earth Dragon Break Skill Book] +1, Experience +1,000,000, Gold Coins +10,000!』

『Ding! Congratulations on acquiring the exclusive golden title [Human Hero · Old Man Chen]!』

『Ding! Your level has increased from 93rd level to 95th level, gaining a total of Health +400, Mana +200, Strength, Agility, Intelligence, Constitution +4, and Free Attribute Points +12!』

『Ding! The [Skill - Lexical Entry Assignment] talent has taken effect, acquiring golden lexical entries [No-Fly Zone] [Death Split]!』

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[No-Fly Zone]: Golden Quality

Effect Description: When enemy targets are within the skill's range, flying is prohibited and they are forced to land on the ground.

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[Death Split]: Golden Quality

Effect Description: When your summoned creatures die, they will split into 2 sub-entities, possessing 50% of the main body's attributes. This effect only applies once per summoned creature.

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"Tsk... too bad you didn't encounter demons when you came."

Is the No-Fly Zone lexical entry useful?

Yes, it is.

But it's a bit late, isn't it, brother?

"Assign to Chaos - Endless Hell!"

From now on, the Endless Tribulation Prison will be [True · Cage Group Beatdown]!

Why fly? Everyone sit down!

Hmph hmph.

Chen Beixuan looked at the second lexical entry.

Death Split sub-entities, he felt he could exploit another bug.

However, now was not the time for experimentation; he would assign it first.

Golden light flashed, and the lexical entry assignment was complete.

Chen Beixuan waved his hand as he exited the stage, concluding the commendation ceremony.

After bidding farewell to the King, he immediately found a place to sort out his rewards.

The rewards for completing the main quest were very generous, with the best reward undoubtedly being the Brilliant-grade item, the Mount Divinization Stone!

Besides that, there was also a Divine Pet Egg and a high-level Earth-element skill book!

"Xiao Lu, come here, this is for you."

The golden pet egg was placed in Xiao Lu's hand, and her bright, sparkling eyes grew even brighter!

"Thank you, Grandpa!"

Pedro and Han Dapao immediately followed suit, extending both hands.

"Thank you, Master Chen!"

"Thank you, Uncle Chen!"

"Scram!"

"Alright..."

Pedro and Han Dapao each held 100 gold coins in their hands, feeling delighted...

Having just received 10,000 gold coins, Chen Beixuan spent without a hint of pain.

He opened his panel to check his newly acquired exclusive title.

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