Luigi's movements are brisk and confident. He waved his hand at the servant behind him, a clearly trained gesture, and the servant quickly responded, carefully presenting several motionless slow turtle bodies to him. Luigi took them with both hands, displaying his spoils with pride and excitement. "Bro! Look at these bastards, they were wandering in the forest in front of the palace early in the morning, and I didn't hesitate to kill them all!" His tone was filled with the joy of victory, showing no remorse for his actions, and even a hint of boasting.
He further opened the cloth bag in his hand, revealing the slow turtle eggs inside. "You see, I even snatched all their eggs!" This statement not only expressed his love for hunting but also reflected his disregard for natural life. This behavior seemed like a source of pleasure for him, but for those slow turtles, it was a tragic matter of life and death. Luigi's actions not only demonstrated the coarseness and cruelty in his personality but also indirectly revealed the attitude of certain people in the Mushroom Kingdom leadership towards life, showing no restraint in the abuse of power and a self-centered attitude.
Mario's eyes shimmered with a hint of undisguised greed and joy as they slowly flashed on those turtle eggs, as if these simple prey brought not only food, but also memories of past adventures. The two brothers often used such prey as a sumptuous dinner during their expeditions, and the hardships and joys of those days seemed to rush back to their hearts at this moment. "Hahaha! We can have an extra dish today!" Mario announced happily, as if praising the delicious meal to come.
The two brothers immediately embraced each other. This moment was not only an anticipation of food, but also a reminiscence of their shared memories. Then, they began to hum familiar Italian folk songs, with each melody carrying the memories of the past and the present joy. Their laughter and singing echoed in the palace hall, as if filling the entire space with their unique vitality and strong patriotic feelings.
When Mario and Luigi joyfully sing Italian folk songs, their energetic and joyful voices shine like a beam of light, illuminating the hearts of the common people in prayer. These simple folk songs are not just melodies for the common people living in the Mushroom Kingdom, but a comfort for the soul, a source of strength.
At that moment, all the common people are deeply attracted to this sacred melody. They listen as if enchanted, the simple yet emotional melodies seem to make them forget the hardships and sorrows of reality, leading them into a world full of love and hope.
As the singing flowed, some commoners were deeply moved, tears unconsciously falling from their eyes. They held their chests, crying with a mix of sorrow and joy, as if the singing truly had a magical power to cleanse their hearts of sins and wrongdoings, bringing them inner peace and redemption.
For everyone present, this scene was an indescribable experience. The folk songs sung by the royal brothers not only brought them temporary happiness, but also served as a bridge connecting the commoners and the royal family. In that moment, they forgot about their differences in status and only felt a deep resonance and connection with each other.
In this hall filled with a sacred and peaceful atmosphere, a sudden voice shattered the tranquility. An old man, his appearance seemed to emerge from ancient legends, draped in tattered gray robes, bare feet stepping on the cold marble floor. His eyes lacked luster, but emanated an undeniable power. In his hand, he held nothing more than an ordinary wooden staff, yet it seemed to carry a mysterious and ancient force.
When his voice resounded, the entire hall fell silent. Though hoarse, his voice echoed like thunder in everyone's hearts, filled with warnings and prophecies, leaving all who heard with an ominous foreboding.
"Fake people... your faults will soon face punishment... you do not belong here... yet you repeatedly challenge the authority here... punishment is coming! Disintegration, nothingness, endless fall!" Every word of his was like a judgment engraved in the hearts of everyone present, cold and despairing.
The people around didn't know what to do. Some began to tremble, while others dared not believe as they looked at the old man, as if his appearance was an ominous omen. And Mario and Luigi, at that moment, their singing abruptly stopped, and their faces involuntarily showed a serious expression. This suddenly appearing old man, who was his warning for? What kind of punishment will his prophecy bring?
Luigi's anger erupted like a volcano as he felt extremely displeased with the sudden appearance of the old man spreading ominous words. His voice was filled with anger and impatience, resonating throughout the entire hall. "Damn it! Who are you? What nonsense are you talking about?" He shouted without regard, directing the guards around him to immediately take down the old man who, in his view, was disrupting the harmonious atmosphere among their brothers.
"Guards!" he shouted again, his voice mixed with uncontrollable rage. However, due to the crowded hall filled with people coming to pay their respects and nobles, the guards struggled in the throng, attempting to approach the old man's position.
But the old man seemed like a messenger from another world. He stood at the center of the crowd, forming an invisible circle around him. No one dared to approach him, not even the guards who hurried over, seemingly blocked by some invisible force, unable to get closer step by step.
This scene only fueled Luigi's anger, but at the same time, it also brought a strange sense of fear and unease to everyone present. Who exactly was this old man? What impact would his appearance have on the Mushroom Kingdom?
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