Chapter 221 Closing

After more than a month, the World Expo finally came to an end.

Compared to her extremely grand opening ceremony, this closing ceremony seemed a bit sloppy and simple.

However, the originally simple farewell ceremony became extraordinary because of Lex's personal speech.

Seriously, Lex's influence in Qinghai is unprecedented now. From the elderly to the young children, everyone knows the name of Lex.

This is the huge influence that belongs only to the King of the New World.

Lex was still wearing a blue cloak, with two swords slung across his waist, standing alone in the center of the huge sky arena.

Unlike the opening ceremony, where the top kings from each camp appeared one after another, at the closing ceremony, there was only Lex.

He cleared his throat:

"Everyone, and everyone in front of the screen, today, the World Expo is about to come to an end. I believe that during this period, everyone will have their own gains, or have their own answers, but I want to say that no matter what, the sea is still so vast and so tolerant. We were also born on this sea of freedom, so why can't we pursue our own freedom?"

The whole place was silent, with only Lex's voice coming through the microphone, echoing in the sky arena, and through the video Den Den Mushi, echoing in every corner of Qinghai.

"This Pentles World Expo is an attempt of mine. I want to hold such a grand event and invite everyone to share such joy and prosperity. This is my freedom; and everyone comes from all over the world and gathers here to do what they want to do. This is everyone's freedom. This is not a conflict, but a complement to each other."

"Well, everyone, this year is the 1490th year of the Haiyuan calendar, and I have a promise with you!~"

Lex paused, causing everyone in the sea to hold their breath and watch. What was the agreement?

Lex didn't keep the secret and continued:

"On this day eight years from now, that is, in the year 8 of the Haiyuan calendar, I will once again host a 'feast' that is no less grand than this World Expo. By then, I hope you will come and chat with me."

Finally, Lex said:

“Of course, times change, the seas ebb and flow, and islands are thousands of miles apart, but no matter what, you and I exist together in this moment, don’t we?”

"Thus, the Pentles World Expo comes to an end."

boom! ~

Bang!

Bang bang bang! ~

As Lex finished his words, bursts of artillery roars suddenly erupted from Pentles and the seven sky islands, one after another, echoing throughout the sky.

People were brought back to reality by the loud roar of the salute, realizing that the Expo had ended and it was time to say goodbye to Pentles.

Of course, there are also people who like this 'country of chaos' very much and decide to settle here.

All forces and individuals began to prepare their sailboats and set sail from Pentles towards the next port in their lives!

This is the sea. People gathered here because of Rex's fame. They witnessed the top kings of this sea and the prosperity that was unimaginable in the past. Then, as time passed, people had to return to reality and continue their respective journeys.

This grand and successfully concluded World Expo, this unprecedented feast in 800 years, is just one of the countless ports in their lives.

however--

What exactly did the World Expo bring to this sea?

This will take time to slowly prove, the wind of time will blow away all the vanity and bring people the most real world!

Pentles Royal Palace.

"Mr. Lex, I have already reached an agreement on the military reinforcements for many warring countries. The war-mongering plan can be launched at any time."

Colonel Camus of the Kingdom of Pentles reported.

"Well, don't worry. You can slowly expand the business. Don't rush for success. Also, if the government forces intervene, just report my name. Relax. No one can stop Pentles in this sea."

"Haha, this is inevitable because of Mr. Lex!~"

“Hmm hahahaha!~”

Marshal Marinford's office.

"Xiao He, you just rushed back from Pentles. Although the journey was tiring, the matter is urgent. The world conscription is about to begin again. This matter still requires you and Zhan Guo."

Vice Admiral Tsuru's expression remained unchanged:

"Yes!"

Zhan Guo also looked calm:

"Yes!"

"All the information about the Pentles World Expo will be written to me by Xiaohe later, but the most urgent task is the world conscription. The casualties of last year's war have far exceeded those of the Valley of the Gods, so it is imperative to expand the army! The government's military expenditure has also increased accordingly, and our navy must seize this opportunity."

The generals in the Marshal's office looked solemn:

"Yes!"

"Also, Zefa, there must be many talented people in this recruitment. They can be selected and admitted to the Navy's elite training camp for further study. This is the first batch, and there will be a second and third batch in the future!"

Zefa seemed to have not yet gotten over the grief of losing his wife and son, but military orders were as firm as a mountain, so he answered seriously:

"Yes!"

"Alright, everyone leave first. Gion will stay for a while."

Hearing what Cyborg Kong said, everyone's faces looked a little strange.

In fact, at the opening ceremony of this World Expo, Rex and Gion made their final appearance together, overshadowing all the kings and spreading dog food everywhere.

All the generals who were unclear about Gion's identity in the past now knew that Gion was Lex's woman, so their perception of this proud daughter of the navy naturally changed subconsciously.

Everyone left, leaving only Gion and Kyōkotsu Sora in the office.

"Okay, sit down, don't be so serious."

"Yes!"

Steel Bone·Sora laughed dumbly:

"Okay, if I remember correctly, you are still a Tianlong, so you don't have to stick to these cumbersome etiquette in the future."

Gion pursed his lips slightly.

Steel Bone Sora continued:

"Bring Lex here when you have time. I have a lot to ask him."

"Eh? I can't make the decision."

Steel Bone·Sora frowned:

"Xiao He said, doesn't he dote on you very much?"

"No, he is a heartless bastard. All he does every day is bully me—"