The presenter of this award ceremony was none other than Inspector Gordon, who had recently transferred to the Supervisory Court.
He put his helmet back on and slung the Sword of Honor across his back. His silver-white armor made him look holy and solemn.
"—May the Silver-Crowned Dragon protect our noble Queen, long may she reign."
Old Knight Gordon stood at the center of the stage and proclaimed loudly.
His voice boomed, clear even without a sound system, echoing throughout the entire club and even outside: "In the name of Queen Sophia Du Lac, I hereby follow the ancient tradition and bestow upon the warrior Aiwass Moriarty the Mark of the Holy Sword."
He personally attached the silver-white Holy Sword badge to the right chest of Aiwass. Then, he gave him a military salute.
Afterward, he drew the shining silver blade from its scabbard and gently placed it on Aiwass's shoulder.
"I swear to be worthy of this honor, I will fight for Her Majesty the Queen."
