Staying Alive Cautiously in the Celestial Realm and Becoming the Strongest

"Brother!" "Brother!"

Two graceful figures leaped into Wang Chen's embrace from both sides, a familiar fragrance filling his nostrils.

Under the envious and jealous gazes of many travelers, Wang Chen opened his arms and tightly hugged his girlfriends.

In five days, it will be the day when the Empire's Holy Radiance Celebration is held.

Wang Chen's Holy Radiance Celebration invitation allows him to invite three close friends to attend with him. However, since there are regulations on how long friends can stay on Holy Light Star, he only reunited with Tang Mo and Ming Mei today.

Accompanied by his two girlfriends, Wang Chen returned to his residence on Holy Light Star.

"Wow!"

Newcomers Tang Mo and Ming Mei were captivated by the beautiful scenery of the planet, especially the luxurious villa where Wang Chen lived, which filled them with great surprise.

Ming Mei, holding Wang Chen's arm and resting her head on his shoulder, murmured, "If only we could live here for a lifetime."

Of course, that would have to be together with Wang Chen.

Unfortunately, settling on Holy Light Star is not an easy task. First, one must pass the immigration application, a barrier that blocks 99.9999% of those aspiring to become citizens of the Imperial Capital.

Additionally, the habitable areas on Holy Light Star are extraordinarily expensive, with property prices unmatched across the entire star system.

In fact, for most people, being able to move to Emperor Satellite One or Emperor Satellite Two is already a dream come true!

A villa like the one Wang Chen lives in is beyond the reach of ordinary nobles.

"It's not impossible."

Wang Chen stroked his chin and said, "I'll work hard to buy this house."

In truth, Wang Chen is not short of money now.

Previously, he had destroyed the stronghold of the Holy Fire Hall, seizing decades of savings from this heretical sect, most of which were stored in the Starry Seas Ring.

This wealth included tons of Star Currency, various precious metals including Corestar Gold, as well as numerous gems and artworks.

Although Wang Chen had left some behind, the fortune he pocketed, if all converted into Star Currency, amounted to an astonishing figure.

Wang Chen suspected that he had been set up by that Senator Edward, likely related to this fortune!

But regardless, Wang Chen is now considered a wealthy man in the Empire, and buying this manor villa poses no problem at all.

The issue is he doesn't have household registration on Holy Light Star, meaning he isn't eligible to buy even a regular apartment, let alone a villa.

Moreover, the property belongs to the Institute of Holy Light and is a gift from His Majesty the Emperor, making it firmly not for sale.

Acquiring it would be even more challenging!

"Really?"

Ming Mei was instantly overjoyed, "That would be wonderful."

She had already begun to envision the future where she and Wang Chen would live together here, her eyes growing dreamy.

Wang Chen let out a silent laugh, then held the hands of both her and Tang Mo, slipping the rings he had long prepared onto the fingers of his two girlfriends.

"Ah!"

Tang Mo and Ming Mei couldn't help but exclaim, their pretty faces flushed with happiness.

In the Holy Light Empire, rings also hold a special significance, especially when a man gives one to a woman, as it symbolizes a declaration of true love.

This was the first ring Wang Chen had given them since they had confirmed their relationship!

Wang Chen hugged them both and smiled, "Believe me, we can be together forever."

He wasn't making empty promises.

While Wang Chen could return to the Haotian Realm at any time, he had no intention of leaving hastily.

Wang Chen planned to leave a fragment of his soul behind, just as he did in the Cangqing Domain, to serve as a beacon in this vast world, while retaining this body to continue exploring the Star Sea.

And he could also accompany the people he loved!

Wang Chen even contemplated supporting Cai Bo in the future to help realize his plan for immortality.

Although Tang Mo and Ming Mei were unaware of Wang Chen's inner thoughts, at that moment, they were wholly enveloped by the happiness and joy of the moment, reaching the pinnacle of passion.

Thus, a fierce "battle" erupted!

In the days that followed, the world belonging to the three of them was warm and sweet. Wang Chen took them to explore the nearby grasslands and forests and went shopping and dining in the Imperial Capital, making every day fulfilling and complete.

Until the arrival of the Holy Radiance Celebration!

The Holy Radiance Celebration, held once every decade, is the most grandiose festival in the Holy Light Empire. On this day, the Holy Capital transformed into an ocean of joy and celebration, with all the skyscrapers displaying live broadcasts of Victory Square.

Wang Chen, Tang Mo, and Ming Mei arrived early to sit in the grandstand of the square.

Originally, Wang Chen could sit in the VIP section, but he didn't want to leave his girlfriends behind, so he chose to sit with them in the grandstand.

It was merely a matter of viewing distance, something those in high-status positions cared about, but to Wang Chen, it didn't matter at all.

The time soon reached nine in the morning, and the grand celebration officially began. One after another, aerospace planes, trailing colored smoke, flew over the square, drawing cheers from countless people.

Next, the traditional performance teams appeared. Floats proceeded orderly along Victory Avenue, and the sound of salutes could be heard clearly from dozens of kilometers away.

The climax of the celebration was the parade led by His Majesty the Emperor and Her Majesty the Empress, accompanied by members of the Imperial Family.

This couple, wielding the Empire's highest power, sat regally atop a high flying chariot, receiving the admiration and worship of countless citizens synchronously watching the live broadcast.

At this moment, showers of flower petals fell from the sky, pushing the atmosphere to its peak!

After the parade, the Holy Light Emperor ascended the podium, delivering a passionate address to the entire nation.

Though it was the most orthodox official statement, Wang Chen detected the sounds of war within it.

Only at two in the afternoon did this once-a-decade Holy Radiance Celebration come to an end.

However, Wang Chen's matters were not over yet.

He was summoned by the Holy Light Emperor!

This audience was not part of the set itinerary but happened rather suddenly. It was likely that His Majesty the Emperor made a spur-of-the-moment decision and sent someone to summon Wang Chen to the palace.

In this majestic palace, Wang Chen met the supreme ruler, who governed dozens of star systems and countless citizens, for the first time.

However, he wasn't the only one summoned; there were a dozen or so others as well.

The Holy Light Emperor commended everyone's contributions from high above, encouraging them to continue serving the Empire, then bestowed a set of imperial garments and accessories.

The entire audience, from start to finish, lasted just over half an hour, and it concluded.

Wang Chen only caught a distant glimpse of His Majesty's countenance in the palace; there was no conversation or dialogue whatsoever.

Even so, for others, it was already a great honor!

And having taken part in this occasion, Wang Chen became a figure favored by the Emperor, cloaking himself in a layer of golden glory.

Ordinary individuals could not even think of harming him in the slightest!

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Delivering the second update.