Chapter 120. Ending

BEFORE THE DAY OF SELECTION

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“ You have grown into a fine young man.” Priestess Thalassa welcomed him as the chief brought him to the temple. “The gods didn’t let you down. They gave you a good figure.”

“My parents gave birth to me.” He corrected her but Priestess Thalassa didn’t even care about his words. “Your coronation will be held soon.” His forehead creased. “The duke also has royal blood, wouldn’t it be better to hold a coronation for the both of us?”

“For both of you? That doesn't seem right.”

“What do you mean?”

“Our seven gods only appointed you as the real royal blood. The duke might be your cousin but he doesn’t bear the blood of the seven gods. So, having his own coronation will be t