Work Prophet

Soon, that unusually heavy iron hammer attracted everyone's attention inside the hall.

Many who thought themselves strong enough tried to lift that hammer, but without exception, they all failed.

Despite using all their strength, they couldn't lift the seemingly not so large hammer from the table.

This inexplicable scene led everyone to wonder if the hammer was actually glued to the table.

Prophet Merlin had a craftsman specially make this table with the hammer attached just to play a joke.

As everyone was discussing, the other main character of this coronation ceremony—Li Yu finally entered the hall.

He was still wearing the same black suit he always wore, but he now carried a scepter in his hand.

It was a black scepter, 106 cm long, made of steel for easy inheritance, weighing 2.4 kg.

The scepter had seven gemstone slots, symbolizing the seven days of the week, but only the last two slots were filled with crystals, signifying those two days were sacred and inviolable.

The lower part of this scepter also had a gunstock, allowing it to be loaded with gunpowder and used as a flintlock gun in times of emergency.

The symbolic significance of this design far surpassed its practical use; Li Yu created the scepter this way to remind his successors to have the courage and determination to use force to defend the doctrine if necessary.

Following behind Li Yu was Clara, who had now become the Chief Clerk of the Double Rest Sect.

Usually responsible for recording Li Yu's words and deeds, as well as some teaching and translation work, she was one of the few who could skillfully master Divine Language, earning respect from all believers.

She was also almost every transmigrator's teacher and held high prestige among them.

Today, she set aside her usual lazy demeanor, walking solemnly behind Li Yu with a silver tray in her hands, on which lay a crown.

Unlike the plain stainless steel scepter in Li Yu's hand, this crown was extraordinarily dazzling, encrusted with gemstones, with nine gem the size of quail eggs representing the King's Domain of the Bratis Continent and the Eight Dukes.

Above the nine gemstones were six diamonds symbolizing Saturday.

Additionally, the crown was engraved with the rabbit emblem of the Arias family, surrounded by emeralds, appearing even more luxurious than the lion crown of the Vespasian Family.

Thanks to unique cutting technology from another dimension, this crown was particularly dazzling in the sunlight.

The luster from the gemstones almost blinded those who stared at it.

Everyone's attention shifted from the hammer to the crown, quickly estimating its value in their minds.

Even Angela, the Family Head of the Immanuel Family, renowned as the richest in the western region, couldn't help but click her tongue.

Just those nine large gemstones were almost priceless; there was no jewelry on the entire continent that could match their purity, color, and size.

However, Li Yu purchased them in another dimension without spending much money; these artificial gemstones themselves were very cheap.

The total cost of making this crown was less than ten thousand dollars, cheaper than a large natural diamond ring. However, in Bratis, it was the most expensive and beautiful crown.

Everyone who saw it for the first time couldn't help but hold their breath, and the hall quieted down.

Li Yu walked along the red carpet to the iron table in the center of the hall.

He put down the scepter, glanced around, and went straight to the point.

"Gentlemen, on Saturday, our Lord once cast divine punishment to help us defeat the arrogant Wing Tribe, saving the western region, sparing the people of this land from enslavement."

As soon as he finished speaking, the western nobles burst into loud praises for Saturday.

"Indeed, our Lord not only used divine punishment to kill those Wing Tribe but also taught us a new farming method, bestowed us new farming tools, allowing us to have a bountiful harvest this year. It is the mightiest deity I have ever seen."

"May all glory and praise be attributed to Saturday!"

"With its protection, we no longer have to worry about being invaded by enemies!"

"Prophet Merlin, the divine medicine you bestowed last month saved my youngest son!"

"......"

The crowd was buzzing, primarily praising Saturday and Li Yu, although some nobles had previously complained to Ireya that the Double Rest Sect was too strict, even managing the rest of the serfs.

However, it was undeniable that even though the western region started extensively implementing double rest this year, the nobles' fears did not materialize, and everyone's income was significantly higher than previous years.

This made the nobles less resistant to the doctrines of the Double Rest Sect, gradually getting used to the weekly double rest.

Li Yu waited for the voices to quiet down slightly before continuing, "Although the western region has recovered peace, our Lord Saturday noticed that there are still many people struggling in misery in other places.

"They are not yet believers of our Lord, but in the future, they will certainly become our companions, working with us to establish the Land God Kingdom.

"Therefore, Saturday has delivered new divine revelations, demanding us to quickly end the wars and conflicts on the continent, saving those innocent civilians."

The hall filled with a buzz of discussions again, even though the guests had known beforehand that this would be Ireya's coronation ceremony.

Upon hearing Li Yu's words, they couldn't help but exchange whispers.

The western region had always revered martial valor, and war had always been one of the quickest means for nobles to amass wealth. Although during future expeditions, Li Yu would likely prohibit them from looting to protect potential future believers.

However, the Double Rest Sect had also hinted at generous rewards for brave and disciplined troops, rewards extending from the noble commanders to the warriors beneath them.

Moreover, everyone afterward would receive Saturday's favor, becoming Divine Favored.

Though the latter was just an alluring promise made by Li Yu, it was quite enticing to the nobles since Saturday's might was evident, and many yearned to be favored by such a power.

Still, there was the old problem. Although Ireya's reputation had risen another notch after defeating Solomon and was now well-known throughout the Empire, her background was still somewhat lacking compared to the three other contenders, who had already almost divided the continent among themselves. Joining now seemed a bit late.

The situation would be awkward if they ended up offending the future Emperor of the Empire, with no benefits gained in return.