Throne of Magical Arcana

The sky was gloomy, and there was a little drizzle, covering everything in Aalto in the rain and mist like a veil, as if even nature was in sorrow, and couldn't help crying.

The black hearse pulled by four bulls moved forward smoothly, and more and more citizens stood on both sides of the street in the misty drizzle, watching them pass by with a little sadness.

Only a few days have passed since that crazy concert that almost caused commotion in the whole city, and the melody still seems to reverberate in the hearts of everyone who listened to the music. The shock and shock made them unable to control their emotions, and they felt sad.

For the spirit of never giving up that Lucien Evans told them, for the precious pure joy he brought, they flooded the streets for the pride of Alto, the gifted musician Lucian Evans see off.

Drops of drizzle hit their faces, making their faces wet, which seemed to be mixed with tears, adding to the mournful atmosphere of sending off souls.

If the time had been a week later, if it hadn't been in Aalto, it might have been difficult to have such a spectacular scene. The streets that passed seemed to be crowded with people from the whole city.

Watching the hearse go away, some people who were full of emotion or who crazily worshiped Lucien Evans rushed into the street, drenched in rain, and joined the spirit guard team.

As people in black coats and throbbing with grief spontaneously followed from different streets, the team grew stronger and stronger.

When the hearse drove into the aristocratic area, most of the nobles who were invited to attend the funeral of Lucien Evans became dumbfounded, because they saw a mass of black human heads on the left, right and back of the hearse, and the boundless and innumerable "soul guardians" "People" slowly surges forward like a black tide with a touch of sadness and pain.

Perhaps except for the municipal square where the Alto concert was held, they had never seen so many people gather together for the same purpose, so these nobles seemed to have an illusion that it was these thousands of ordinary people After being connected together, a terrifying force erupted, as if it was unstoppable, able to devour everything on the way forward.

"I didn't expect Lucien Evans to be so popular and adored." The nobleman with the rank of knight seemed much calmer in such a scene, and secretly sighed, "If there were so many people sending and protecting the spirit at my funeral, That is really the greatest glory besides the coming of the true god and the lord helping the spirit. Even if you die, you will not have any regrets."

When the hearse passed by, the nobles also joined the team of guardians. This is part of the funeral of the God of Truth. Those who will participate in the final funeral ceremony must escort the hearse to complete the last journey. Ordinary people protect the spirit together.

Cardinal Gosse in front of the golden cathedral looked at the majestic and terrifying spirit guardian team, his expression changed slightly, he subconsciously drew a cross on his chest, and whispered: "Only the truth lasts forever!"

After the coffin entered the golden cathedral, ordinary people in the spirit guard team who had not been invited refused to leave for a long time, and prayed and blessed around the church in the misty drizzle.

This made the bishops and pastors feel unspeakable, as if a saint was about to be buried inside.

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In the auditorium, the coffin is placed under the cross, symbolizing that he is a devout believer.

After the mourning and music stopped, Cardinal Gosser held up a milky white holy cross and solemnly said: "Merciful and merciful Lord, today we offer prayers for Brother Lucien Evans. He has completed his journey in the world, thank you Go on. We are convinced that all who believe in you, accept you, believe in you, honor you, and walk in your ways will be redeemed by you and rest in peace on Mount Paradise.”

The nobles, musicians, and musicians who filled the auditorium closed their eyes and followed the prayer.

"He is a pure, pious, and noble person. His music has brought strength and joy to the world as you taught. May he continue to offer beautiful praises to you in your country..."

After praying, Gosset looked at Natasha, Joel, Alisa, John, Victor and others kindly, and then looked around the hall, speaking in a calm and authentic tone: "The Lord taught us that death is like night, but after the night, there is light." It will come. Death is not something to be afraid of, because our brothers and sisters who have passed away will ascend to the mountain of heaven, and we will be in the same kingdom with us, and we can still communicate with each other and pray for each other."

After the blessings and prayers, there was the memory of relatives and friends. Joel, Alisa, John, Victor and others came to the front to speak, recalling the details of Lucien Evans during his lifetime. Some obeyed the Lord's teachings and comforted others, allowing them to regain their inner strength and move forward to the future better.

When the memorial came to an end, Natasha walked to the side of Cardinal Gosse.

She was wearing a black conservative long dress, her long rolled-up hair was covered by a black veil, and she recalled some happy things with Lucien Evans with a slightly sentimental expression. Finally, she calmed down and said: "He once said to me However, if one day he passes away without making a will, the 'Brons' manor under his name will be donated and handed over to the Musicians Association for safekeeping."

Speaking of this, Othello and other musicians nodded slightly. Lucien Evans was indeed a person who purely loved music, and he was able to donate most of his property—the estate—to the association.

Natasha continued: "He hopes to use all the proceeds of the estate to set up an award and a competition. The award is to recognize the best musical work on the continent within three years, and it will be selected by all official members of the Aalto Musicians Association. The competition It is also an all-continental piano competition held every three years to promote the development of this new instrument, the piano, and to inspire and inspire more piano-loving people to truly embark on the road of music."

Brons Manor was chosen by Natasha and given to Lucien. It is worth several thousand gentalers, and the income itself is not bad. The annuity is about 100 gentalers, which is equivalent to the annual salary of a famous musician. The total income in three years has reached 300 gentalers. For many impoverished musicians, or piano lovers who have just embarked on the road of music, even if it is only half, it is a very, very generous bonus.

"Mr. Lucien Evans has a heart of gold, and he cares about the development of music and those beginners who love music all the time." Othello stood up and thanked the donation on behalf of the Musicians Association. The competitions were named "Evans Music Award" and "Evans All-Continental Piano Competition". At the same time, the Aalto Musicians Association decided to erect stone statues for every master who has made outstanding contributions to the development of music or composed immortal classics."

"They will be built on the top of Cassia Mountain next to the Belen River, so that everyone who comes to Alto, and every child who plays, can see them and know the bright names."

Christopher, Victor and others nodded one after another: "I have no objection."

The neat but not enthusiastic applause sounded in line with the atmosphere of the funeral, for the noble character and love of music of a great musician.

At this time, Natasha added: "I will also donate the proceeds of a private estate that belongs to me, so that the prize money of the 'Evans Music Award' and the 'Evans All-Continental Piano Competition' will be stable at 300 gold. Thaler."

"Thank you, Your Royal Highness, for your generosity." Regarding Natasha's request, Othello did not object because the prize money of the competition was the same as the prize money of the music prize, because the 300 gold talers would definitely score the first, second and third prizes, otherwise they would be paid It is no longer effective in motivating and inspiring latecomers.

Joel, Alisa, John and the others did not have any objection to Natasha's unauthorized disposal of the "Browns" manor. They believed that Her Royal Highness would not forge a will because of a manor, and this manor was given to Lucy by Natasha. OK.

Only Cardinal Gosser frowned slightly: "'Evans Music Award'? This form is very similar to the 'Holm Crown Award' and 'Immortal Throne Award' of evil magicians. It seems that Lucien is from the princess. I got inspiration from His Highness or the professor."

However, on such an occasion, it is impossible for him to speak out against it, and there is nothing worthy of attention for an award in the music field.

With the establishment of the "Evans Music Award" and the "Evans All-Continental Piano Competition", the mourning session of the funeral was completed. The people attending the funeral sang hymns and blessing poems in unison under the leadership of the choir, which made the atmosphere of the whole funeral change. It is sacred and solemn.

When all the procedures were over, Cardinal Gosser sprinkled holy water on the coffin to wash away all the ugliness and crimes brought about in the world.

The coffin was lifted again and headed to the cemetery near the Golden Cathedral. Natasha, Joel, John, Alisa, Victor, Phyllis and other relatives and good friends of Lucien followed. Other nobles, The musicians leave the golden cathedral and go home.

As soon as they stepped out of the church, the nobles were startled by the crowd still lingering around. There are still so many people waiting?

Seeing the nobles coming out, people waiting for the last part of the funeral flocked to the nearby noble cemetery, and saw the black coffin being put into the tomb through the iron railings.

The rain stopped for a while, and a few rays of sunlight broke through the clouds, but when witnessing the church guards filling the grave with soil, the sorrowful mood pervaded again.

The yellow-brown soil submerged the coffin bit by bit, as if trying to cut off the last link between the dead and the living. Alisa, Phyllis, and Alina burst into tears, crying uncontrollably. Joel, John , Victor, Natasha and others also closed their eyes, mournful and solemn.

The people who saw this scene couldn't bear the oppressive farewell atmosphere, and they all closed their eyes, and some even cried.

Suddenly, a girl's hoarse and choked voice sounded softly:

"The angel of joy is holy and beautiful, shining brightly on the earth."  …

The joyful and solemn song seems to be very incompatible with the solemn and mournful funeral, but the spirit contained in it is so consistent. Lucien Evans kept shouting, just to tell everyone, don't give up in the face of suffering, and still have to go. Dedicated to the light and joy.

As a result, people were gradually infected, and more and more people sang along:

"On this beautiful land, all living beings rejoice together."  …

The singing became louder and louder and spread into the cemetery. Phyllis and Elena cried even more sadly when they heard it, but Natasha sang along, motivating them to use this singing to soothe their hearts and inspire them. with life.

"All men, high and low, are blessed by the divine."  …

Crying and choking, they sang this song to bid farewell to Lucien.

"The angel of joy is holy and beautiful, shining brightly on the earth..."

With a touch of sorrow and hope, the singing mixed with peace of mind and tears repeatedly sounded and refused to stop.

Amidst the singing, the burial was completed, and the tombstone was erected. On it was a brief epitaph written by Natasha:

"A musical angel is buried here."

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In the dead of night, inside the noble villa.

John and his family sat on the sofa, not feeling sleepy for a long time.