Rebellious Lord of All Realms: Su Chen's Dark Harem

Chapter 202 The auspicious hour arrives, and all welcome him; adorned in phoenix coronet and embroidered robes, he awaits his return.Just past the hour of the Tiger, the horizon of Spirit City began to show the pale white of a fish’s belly. A light morning mist lingered, yet it could not mask the fervor and solemnity of the entire city. The auspicious hour for the enthronement ceremony was set for the third quarter of the Dragon hour. Before dawn, the city was already a cacophony of voices. Tens of thousands of citizens, dressed in clean attire, surged from all directions toward the central plaza. Supporting the elderly and leading the young, they stood shoulder to shoulder, holding fresh flowers and prayer Charms. Their faces were filled with anticipation and reverence, all to witness the coronation of the Reverse Lord Great Emperor, the investiture of the fifteen Empresses, and the grandest moment of fulfillment on this continent.

Inside the Nishen Imperial Palace, lights blazed brightly, and a warm, harmonious atmosphere prevailed. The sleeping quarters of the fifteen beauties had been prepared with exquisite grooming utensils. Top-tier dressing matrons and palace maids waited outside the halls, holding custom-made phoenix crowns and embroidered robes. The brocades shimmered and the pearls and jades glowed moistly; every piece was crafted with extreme delicacy to match each lady’s temperament, waiting only to dress them for the auspicious hour.

In Su Chen’s sleeping quarters, palace attendants were carefully tending to his imperial attire. The black-gold dragon robe was woven from Celestial Silkworm Ice Silk, its body embroidered with nine-clawed black dragons. The dragon patterns meandered with faint golden glimmers, making his stature appear even more upright. The God-Defying Power was restrained within his body; though no pressure was released outwardly, he naturally carried a supreme aura. His hair was bound by a black jade crown adorned with a Dragon Soul Pearl, which shone with a moist luster, complementing the dragon robe. The attendants fastened his jade belt and straightened his collar. Su Chen raised his hand to lightly brush the dragon patterns on his sleeve, his gaze turning toward the brightening sky outside the window. His eyes held no imperial aloofness, only tender expectations for the beauties by his side—today, he would stand with them at the pinnacle of the world to receive the blessings of the people.

The sounds of grooming in each hall were soft and orderly.

In Xiao Wu’s quarters, a pink Phoenix Crown and Embroidered Robe were spread across the dressing table. The phoenix crown used red gold as its frame, adorned with white jade-carved rabbit ears and pom-poms, with tassels hanging lightly, looking nimble and cute. The robe was embroidered with light pink Soft Bones Rabbit patterns, the stitching fine and lifelike. The dressing matron combed her long hair into an exquisite Flowing Cloud Bun and inserted a phoenix hairpin. Xiao Wu sat before the mirror, looking at her pretty self, her fingertips lightly brushing the white jade rabbit ears on the crown. Her eyes were full of joy as she occasionally turned to ask the maid beside her, ”Look, do I look good? Will Brother Su Chen like it?” The maid smiled and replied, ”Your Highness is as beautiful as a flower; the Great Emperor will surely be delighted upon seeing you.” Just as she finished speaking, Su Chen walked in slowly, dressed in his imperial robes, his posture extraordinary. Seeing him enter, Xiao Wu immediately stood up, her eyes sparkling. ”Brother Su Chen, look at me!” Su Chen stepped forward, his hand gently stroking her hair at the temples as he said dotingly, ”You look beautiful. My Xiao Wu is the most beautiful today.”

In Zhu Zhuqing’s quarters, the ink-colored phoenix crown and robe exuded a cold elegance. The crown was based on black jade, decorated with dark silver Hell Civet patterns, its tassels short and sharp. The robe was embroidered with a mysterious black civet, its posture vigorous and hidden among auspicious clouds. She wasn’t as exuberant as Xiao Wu, simply sitting quietly before the mirror, allowing the matron to groom her. Her black hair was pulled into a high bun, accentuating her slender neck and cool features. When Su Chen entered, he saw her gazing at herself in the mirror, a hint of softness in her eyes. Su Chen walked to her side, grasped her slightly cool fingertips, and whispered, ”Today, you are peerless in grace.” Zhu Zhuqing looked up at him, a very faint smile curling her lips, her eyes filled with affection. ”Only for you.”

In Ning Rongrong’s quarters, the seven-colored phoenix crown and robe shimmered like glazed light. The crown was crafted from Seven Treasure Glazed Tile, layered and adorned with tiny glazed beads, radiating brilliant colors. The robe was embroidered with Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda patterns, with seven-colored threads interwoven to reflect dazzling light in the morning sun. The matron placed the crown on her, the glazed light reflecting off her pink, tender cheeks, making her look charming and lovely. She skipped over to Su Chen, spun around, and said in a crisp voice, ”Brother Su Chen, look! Doesn’t it look like the light of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda?” Su Chen reached out to pull her by the waist and chuckled, ”It does. My Rongrong is even more dazzling than the Glazed Tile Pagoda.”

In Qian Renxue’s quarters, the sacred golden gown and phoenix crown exuded supreme gentleness. The crown was made of Holy Light Crystals, adorned with golden angel wings patterns, with tassels hanging lightly as a faint holy light circulated. The robe was embroidered with a Seraphim in soft gold, like holy light fallen to the mortal realm. She sat before the mirror, letting the matron groom her. Her hair fell like a waterfall before being tied into a dignified Drooping Cloud Bun and secured with a golden hairpin. The holy light blended with the phoenix crown, making her look holily and incomparably beautiful. When Su Chen entered, he saw her quietly gazing at herself in the mirror, her eyes full of relief. Su Chen walked behind her, leaned down to lightly kiss the top of her head, and whispered, ”From today on, you are my Empress and the one I will protect for a lifetime.” Qian Renxue turned to look at him, holy light swirling in her eyes as she smiled, ”In this life, there is only you.”

In Ah Yin’s quarters, the emerald phoenix crown and robe exuded the warmth of life. The crown was made of jadeite, wound with Blue Silver Grass patterns and adorned with pale blue pearls. The robe was embroidered with Blue Silver Flowers and vines, the emerald and pale blue colors intertwining as if she were in the Star Dou Great Forest. The matron placed the crown on her, the Blue Silver Grass patterns blending with the Life Power around her. Her gentle features made her look like the Lord of Life. Su Chen walked to her side and took her hand, feeling her tenderness through his fingertips. He whispered, ”Today, let the whole world know that my Empress is the most gentle Blue Silver Emperor in this world.” Ah Yin leaned against his shoulder, her eyes smiling. ”With you here, it is enough.”

In Karin’s quarters, the pale red phoenix crown and robe exuded a timid beauty. The crown was based on coral, adorned with pink pearls and fine tassels. The robe was embroidered with pale red Immortal Herb patterns, matching the characteristics of her Spirit. She sat before the mirror, her cheeks slightly flushed, allowing the matron to groom her. Her long hair was tied into small drooping loops and secured with a coral hairpin, looking charming. When Su Chen entered, he saw her bowing her head with a faint smile, her eyes full of adoration. Su Chen raised his hand to gently pinch her cheek, saying warmly, ”Today, you are lovely and moving.” Karin looked up at him, the tips of her ears turning red, and whispered, ”Only for you to see.”

In Hinata’s quarters, the plain white phoenix crown and robe exuded a gentle purity. The crown was based on white jade, adorned with tiny white crystals and simple tassels. The robe was embroidered with white auspicious cloud patterns, elegant and dignified. She sat quietly before the mirror, letting the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into a gentle Lily Bun and secured with a white jade hairpin. Her features were submissive, like a white lotus blooming quietly. Su Chen walked to her side, gently took her hand, and said warmly, ”Thank you for your hard work, always silently protecting me.” Hinata looked up at him, her eyes full of tenderness, and whispered, ”To be able to stay by Su Chen-kun’s side is happiness.”

In Kushina’s quarters, the fiery red phoenix crown and robe exuded a bright brilliance. The crown was based on red gold, adorned with red agate and bold tassels. The robe was embroidered with fiery red auspicious cloud patterns, matching her frank personality. She sat before the mirror, smiling as she let the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into a brisk Heroine Bun and secured with a red agate hairpin. Her features were bright and full of vitality. When Su Chen entered and saw her smile like a flower, his heart was filled with warmth. Su Chen raised his hand to rub the top of her head, saying warmly, ”Today, you are as bright and moving as ever.” Kushina smiled and took his arm. ”Of course, today is a day of great joy!”

In Zi Yan’s quarters, the purple phoenix crown and robe exuded a naive nimbleness. The crown was based on purple jade, adorned with purple glazed beads and small tassels. The robe was embroidered with cute Dragon Phoenix patterns, matching her Dragon Phoenix Spirit. She sat before the mirror, occasionally shaking her head and looking curiously at herself. The matron tied her hair into cute Twin Buns and inserted a purple jade hairpin. Her features were nimble, naive, and cute. When Su Chen entered and saw her making faces at the mirror, he couldn’t help but laugh. He reached out and handed her a Spirit Fruit Candy. ”Be good; you can’t misbehave today.” Zi Yan took the candy, stuffed it into her mouth, and nodded vigorously. ”I know, Brother Su Chen!”

In Hanabi’s quarters, the pale yellow phoenix crown and robe exuded a fresh energy. The crown was based on beeswax, adorned with yellow crystals and sharp tassels. The robe was embroidered with pale gold sword patterns, matching her martial-loving nature. She sat before the mirror with an upright posture, letting the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into an energetic drooping bun and secured with a beeswax hairpin. Her eyes were bright and full of vitality. When Su Chen entered and saw the anticipation in her eyes, he said warmly, ”Today, you are the bravest guardian.” Hanabi raised her hand in a fist and said firmly, ”I will definitely protect Brother Su Chen and all the sisters!”

In Medusa’s quarters, the crimson phoenix crown and robe exuded an enchanting luxury. The crown was based on red gold, adorned with rubies and seductive tassels. The robe was embroidered with golden snake patterns, matching her Snake God Spirit. She leaned against the dressing table, letting the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into an enchanting Falling Horse Bun and secured with a ruby hairpin. Her eyes were like silk, peerless in their allure. When Su Chen entered and saw the Charm in her eyes, he reached out to pull her by the waist and whispered, ”Today, your Charm is bone-deep.” Medusa leaned into his arms, her voice soft and sweet. ”I am only enchanting for you alone.”

In Xiao Xun Er’s quarters, the plain-colored phoenix crown and robe exuded a gentle serenity. The crown was based on Hetian jade, adorned with pearls and simple tassels. The robe was embroidered with pale green orchid patterns, matching her gentle nature. She sat quietly before the mirror, letting the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into a dignified Orchid Fragrance Bun and secured with a Hetian jade hairpin. Her features were gentle, serene, and beautiful. When Su Chen entered and saw her carefully straightening her robe, he said warmly, ”With you here, everything is at peace.” Xiao Xun Er looked up at him and smiled faintly. ”May Su Chen-kun have a smooth day today and a stable life.”

In Xiao Yi Xian’s quarters, the plain white phoenix crown and robe exuded an elegant tenderness. The crown was based on mutton-fat jade, adorned with white pearls and elegant tassels. The robe was embroidered with pale green herb patterns, matching her identity as a Medical Immortal. She sat before the mirror, her features gentle, letting the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into an elegant Drooping Cloud Bun and secured with a mutton-fat jade hairpin, looking elegant and moving. When Su Chen entered and saw her preparing a Mind-Calming Pill for him, he said warmly, ”Don’t be busy; I’m here today.” Xiao Yi Xian handed him the pill and whispered, ”Keep it, just in case.”

In Yun Yun’s quarters, the pale green phoenix crown and robe exuded an ethereal elegance. The crown was based on green jade, adorned with lapis lazuli and elegant tassels. The robe was embroidered with pale green sword patterns, matching her identity as a Sword Immortal. She sat before the mirror with an elegant posture, letting the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into an ethereal Flowing Cloud Bun and secured with a green jade hairpin. Her features were elegant, like a fairy from a painting. When Su Chen entered and saw the unspoken understanding in her eyes, he whispered, ”Today, stand by my side.” Yun Yun looked up at him and smiled slightly. ”In this life, I will always stand by your side.”

In Qing Lin’s quarters, the light green phoenix crown and robe exuded a well-behaved nimbleness. The crown was based on jadeite, adorned with light green glazed beads and small tassels. The robe was embroidered with light green snake patterns, matching her snake-controlling ability. She sat before the mirror, obediently letting the matron groom her. Her long hair was tied into small drooping loops and secured with a jadeite hairpin. Her features were nimble, well-behaved, and cute. When Su Chen entered and saw her gently stroking the Spirit Snakes beside her, he said warmly, ”Thank you for your hard work guarding the palace today.” Qing Lin looked up at him and whispered, ”It’s not hard work; I will guard everything well.”

At the start of the Dragon hour, the fifteen beauties had all finished their grooming. Clad in phoenix crowns and embroidered robes, surrounded by pearls and jades, each had her own style and peerless beauty. Xiao Wu was pretty, Zhu Zhuqing was cold and glamorous, Ning Rongrong was nimble, Qian Renxue was holy, Ah Yin was gentle, Karin was timid, Hinata was mild, Kushina was bright, Zi Yan was naive, Hanabi was energetic, Medusa was enchanting, Xiao Xun Er was serene, Xiao Yi Xian was elegant, Yun Yun was ethereal, and Qing Lin was well-behaved. The fifteen figures gathered in the main hall of the palace, standing in a row, their gazes fixed outside the hall with anticipation, waiting for Su Chen to arrive so they could go together to the Nine Dragon High Platform.

Dressed in his black-gold dragon robe, Su Chen walked slowly into the main hall. His gaze swept over the fifteen beauties in their phoenix crowns and robes, the tenderness in his eyes nearly overflowing. These fifteen beauties were all the loves of his life, treasures he would protect with everything he had. Today, they would stand with him at the pinnacle of the world to receive the blessings of the people.

“The auspicious hour is near. Let us go.” Su Chen spoke, his voice deep and gentle, carrying a hint of solemnity.

The fifteen beauties responded in unison, “Yes.”

Su Chen stepped forward and took Xiao Wu’s hand, then took the hands of the other beauties one by one. The sixteen of them, hand in hand, walked slowly out of the main palace hall. Outside the palace gates, the ceremonial music had already begun, and the guard of honor was ready. The Dragon Carriage and Phoenix Carriages were parked at the gate. The black-gold Dragon Carriage was majestic and grand, while the fifteen Phoenix Carriages each had their own characteristics, matching each lady’s temperament.

The central plaza of Spirit City was already a sea of people, with tens of thousands looking forward with anticipation. Seeing the figures of Su Chen and the fifteen beauties appear, a sky-shaking cheer erupted instantly. Cries of ”Long live the Reverse Lord Great Emperor!” and ”Long live the Empress!” rose and fell, echoing through the clouds. Fresh flowers and prayer Charms flew through the air, merging into an ocean of joy.

The auspicious hour arrives, and the masses welcome them; in phoenix crowns and embroidered robes, they await only the Lord’s return.

On the Nine Dragon High Platform, the master of ceremonies was ready. The imperial crown and fifteen phoenix crowns were placed in the center of the platform. Holy light, seven-colored light, and God-Defying Power intertwined, making the entire platform look like a fairyland. Su Chen held the hands of the fifteen beauties and walked slowly toward the Nine Dragon High Platform. The emerald carpet of Blue Silver Grass beneath their feet was soft, the beauties beside him were gentle, the cheers in his ears were thunderous, and the future in his eyes was one of complete fulfillment.