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The victory at the Battle of the Capricornian Base ended decades of war and established Kairuoka as a hero of Mars. This marked the beginning of a period of rest and recuperation for Mars. When Kairuoka turned 95, he was elected as the leader of the Kairo Tribe under strong advocacy from many Elders.
This was unprecedented for the Kairo Tribe, allowing a youth under the age of 100 to be elected as leader, breaking the hereditary system for the first time. Kairuoka, who was second in line by family bloodline, took on the role of leader, while his older brother Kailong was forced to relinquish his hereditary claim.
On the day of Kairuoka's inauguration as leader, the entire Kairo Tribe celebrated joyfully, gathering inside the family's most magnificent Golden Tower.
However, this newly appointed leader unexpectedly announced a shocking decision that stunned the Kairo Family without consulting the Elders: "Respected Elders, I solemnly declare here—I intend to marry Fair Connie from the Fair Tribe."
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire Golden Tower erupted in chaos!
Needless to say, this declaration faced strong opposition from the Elders: "This is absolutely impossible! Intermarriage would disrupt the bloodline of the Kairo Family. Moreover, you are inheriting the esteemed position of leader! This is simply outrageous!" The Cousin of Kairuoka's Father was the first to stand up in opposition.
"If you dare to marry without permission, you are unworthy!" The Cousin of Kairuoka's Father added, "This would violate tribal laws and warrant punishment! If you insist on this, even if you are the leader, we will propose sending you to Earth to live among commoners!" His words carried a warning tone.
Kairuoka was somewhat prepared for this reaction, but he did not expect that everyone would completely disregard his contributions and status, placing such heavy emphasis on bloodline and familial enmity.
Kairuoka maintained a serious expression and asked everyone, "Is there really no room for negotiation on this matter?"
"There is no room for negotiation; give up on this idea!" The tribe members and Elders spoke almost in unison.
"Not marrying outside our tribe has been a rule on Mars for thousands of years and cannot be abolished just because you have become leader. Even if you are my son, it is not allowed." Kairuoka's father, former tribal leader Kairuban, also stood up to confirm this stance.
Kairuoka patiently explained, "I have thought about this matter for a long time and believe that intermarriage can actually bring benefits—unifying various tribes on Mars to collectively confront external enemies would help break down barriers between Martian families..."
"Stop preaching," Kairuoka was interrupted repeatedly by the Elders. "The various clans have not intermarried, and Mars has developed quite well for hundreds of years, hasn't it?"
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Kairuoka found it difficult to argue against everyone, so he had no choice but to give up, planning to take his time and discuss it again when the opportunity arose.
He thought this matter would pass just like that, but unexpectedly, Kairuoka was subsequently restricted in his personal freedom. Although he was the leader, under his father Kairuban's orders, he was placed under strict surveillance.
Strangely enough, ever since then, Kairuoka seemed to be possessed and fell seriously ill, unable to lift his spirits each day, losing all his martial skills. Some said he was lovesick and would naturally recover after getting married.
Not long after, his father personally found him a match—the daughter of one of the family Elders, Kai Ruo Yu Qi.
Although Kairuoka vehemently disagreed, everything was already out of his control; the wedding was held as scheduled under the insistence of the family and the Elders.
The Kairo Tribe organized Kairuoka's wedding with great pomp; all media reported extensively on it, and all Martians knew about it. Thus, Kairuoka married Kai Ruo Yu Qi.
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When Fair Connie learned of Kairuoka's marriage, she felt not only sadness but also shock.
Kairuoka had once sworn before her that he would marry no one but her in this lifetime. How could he break his vow and marry someone else? She knew Kairuoka's character well; without seeing him in person, she would not believe that Kairuoka was someone who did not keep his word.
A living example also taught her a lesson: marrying Kairuoka would be fraught with difficulties. Even her father, who had seemingly admired Kairuoka back then, expressed opposition upon learning of this news. The many Elders of the Fair Family showed no room for negotiation—"No woman from our clan is allowed to marry an outsider" was a firm rule of the Fair Tribe; Fair Connie could only marry a Fair People!
As a result, Fair Connie was also confined for many days, and it was not until the announcement of Kairuoka's wedding that she regained her freedom.
After hiding in the corner of her room and crying for three days and nights, Fair Connie felt a deep resentment towards her identity as a Martians Fair Tribe.
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