The Next Day, the disciples brought the donkey as Luke had commanded, placing their cloaks upon it. As Luke sat upon it alongside his beloved disciple, a large crowd spread their cloaks on the road while others cut branches and laid them down, shouting joyfully, “Son of Deus, we praise you! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Save us from the highest places!” When Luke entered the city of Aurelia, the entire city was stirred, asking, “Who is this?” To which it was answered, “It is the Son of Deus, who has come to save the world.”
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Having camped before Aurelia, Zolga and the Celes clan cleaned up the camp the next day.
“Bring me the donkey.”
“The donkey, you say? Understood.”
Hearing my command, Zolga moved quickly.
“Wait, the donkey! Teacher! Are you seriously thinking of riding a donkey into Aurelia?”
Judah gasped at the mention of the donkey.
Just from that, I can’t believe she figured out I’d be riding a donkey into Aurelia. That’s so Judah for you.
Of course, the ‘donkey’ I mentioned is an artifact resembling a donkey, not an actual donkey.
One of the legacies left by the Celestia Empire, known as the ‘donkey’.
However, no one from the Celes clan knows how to properly use this artifact.
Only the Emperor of Celestia can utilize it, as it is a special artifact.
Within [Deus Ex Machina], many users obtaining this artifact called ‘donkey’ find themselves puzzled about how to use it.
Taking the form of a small bead, it transforms into a summoned creature when infused with magical energy. And that summoned creature is, of course, a donkey.
Thus, it’s named simply ‘donkey.’
A donkey is a smaller, seemingly unimpressive animal similar to a horse. Uniquely strong, it’s typically used for pulling loads.
But this ‘donkey’ is a thing that only the Emperor of Celestia could use.
It’s vastly different from an ordinary donkey.
“I’ve brought it, Teacher.”
Hastily kneeling, Zolga handed me the small bead.
There was no need for such formality.
While having a bit of authority as the ‘Son of Deus’ is important, being overly authoritative can feel overwhelming.
Though I doubt he’ll let it go easy.
Will things get better with time?
I took the bead from Zolga and infused it with magic.
Then, like a hologram, a shining form of a donkey emerged, filling in flesh and bones, revealing a pristine white donkey.
Thud!
I climbed on top of the donkey.
So this is the ‘donkey.’
I poured additional magic into the ‘donkey’…
But it remained just the same ‘donkey’.
As expected, without having the Celestian bloodline, it’s just a regular donkey for me.
“Maria! Come here.”
“Yes? …Understood, Teacher.”
Aurelia took my hand and climbed onto my back.
“Wrap your arms around me.”
“…Huh? I-I can’t dare to…”
“It’s fine.”
“Then, I won’t hold back.”
Her face flushed as she hugged my back warmly.
Soft and cozy feeling.
Oh… I hadn’t thought this could feel quite nice. Being a clone is slightly disappointing.
Anyway, after making contact with Aurelia, who possesses the Celestian bloodline, I sent magic into the ‘donkey.’
Hum…
The atmosphere shifted.
“What a splendid sight!”
“Ah, my savior!”
“Our Messiah has arrived!”
Like a group under a spell, a multitude began to worship me.
Lily… so impressive.
What’s going on here?
This ‘donkey’ merely has the shape of a donkey, but since it was a tool used by the Emperor of Celestia, it is created to uphold the Emperor’s dignity and authority.
While in the current continent, donkeys are seen as beasts of burden, in Celestia, they were special creatures only usable by the royal family.
This ‘donkey’ is crafted to create an overwhelming presence for its rider.
Thus, the crowd began to worship as soon as they sensed the effect of the ‘donkey’ activating.
This is an entrance to overthrow a tyrant at the capital.
I need to draw this kind of attention.
And above all, Aurelia, who is to lead this Nova Empire.
The one brought forth by the ‘Son of Deus’.
The picture is clear.
“We head towards Aurelia.”
It’s about to begin.
Aurelia.
—
When I first heard about the donkey, I wondered what nonsense it was.
The Son of Deus, who will bring about a revolution in this world and etch his name deep in history, riding a donkey into Aurelia!
How could someone so grandly hailed ride a filthy donkey meant for carrying loads, instead of a noble steed or an extravagant carriage?
So when I saw him mount the donkey, I pondered what he could be thinking.
Then, disciple Maria climbed on his back as commanded.
“Another Maria.”
“Why does the teacher only favor Maria?”
Other disciples, jealous of Maria.
While they don’t seem to recognize, I know her true identity. I’ve seen her in the past during Nova Empire’s victory banquet.
Maria is none other than the princess of the Nova Empire, Aurelia Nova.
Though I still don’t know why the teacher hides her identity, calling her Maria, I wonder if he’ll reveal it when he overthrows Emperor Dominic.
Having a princess as a disciple wouldn’t lack legitimacy for subjugating the Nova Empire.
That’s probably why he wishes to have her at his back.
To the other disciples, it may look like favoritism.
But…
That she, the princess of the empire, sought him out to become a disciple.
He alone is the one who can realize my dream.
—
When Aurelia climbed on, the atmosphere shifted.
I knelt without realizing it.
Words popped into my head.
The majesty of the one above.
The king of the world.
The pinnacle.
Is this… the Son of Deus?
A sense of reverence arose subconsciously from within my heart.
I get it now.
To that individual, what matters is not a donkey, a white horse, or a grand carriage.
That person is the Son of Deus.
The only begotten of God who creates and governs this world.
The one who will fulfill my dream.
—
Following that person, we entered into Aurelia.
In front and behind us, an overwhelming mass of people.
“Son of Deus!”
“Save us, savior of the world!”
“Save us!”
Countless people of Aurelia welcomed our king.
So many were waiting for the teacher, even I was taken aback.
It felt like conquering Aurelia might be easier than expected.
Of course, if the omnipotent teacher were to effortlessly wield miracles, he could rain down fire to punish anyone opposing us, but with the public sentiment swaying this way…
What conquering leader has ever received such a warm welcome?
None in history have achieved this.
Only the king of the world can do this.
Through this, the history of the world changes.
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Aurelia Imperial Palace
Imperial Throne Room
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“That’s the situation!”
“Is that so… Aurelia…”
The emperor, lost in thought, let out a bemused chuckle at the absurdity.
“What? So you boldly rode into Aurelia with Aurelia on your back… provoking me directly? How dare… how dare! I’d kept my distance until now, and you’ve grown bold!”
As the emperor’s voice rose, the room’s temperature increased.
“Well, well! You arrived just in time for a perfect moment to clean up the trash of Aurelia.”
“Your Majesty, shall we send the soldiers?”
“No, that won’t do. This is outright rebellion, challenging me directly. To maintain my authority, I must handle this personally. Prepare!”
“Yes! Understood!”
Among the busy knights and soldiers, Emperor Dominic murmured.
“What? Baal…? The god of abundance, you say? Understood, my lord. All will be as per ‘Chaos’.”
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