Rows of United Empire Universe Army soldiers stood erect in their gallant ceremonial uniforms, holding ceremonial rifles, their expressions solemn and serious.
Standing at the foremost position of the honor guard, Xu Lanzhou held a ceremonial sword directly in front of her, the tip pointing upwards, and she loudly proclaimed, "Welcome the Imperial Chancellor's revered presence!"
Unlike their previous kneeling loyalty ceremony with the infantry, in this formal occasion, both the military and civilians of the Empire performed military salutes and chest-touching salutes. Bai Zhongqi slowly emerged from the azure boat, and even though this was one of the grandest scenes he had ever seen in his life, he still knew he could not show any trace of fear. He had to present himself as the Imperial Chancellor, intimidating these Iridium Star people who had seemingly come straight out of a game.