A Hundred Years Pass, Setting Out! (Combined Chapter)

Leizhou held a state funeral of the highest standard for its king. Mourning bells rang nine times in every district and city, making the entire province aware of it.

In times of peace, the passing of a human provincial king was undoubtedly a momentous event.

Large numbers of dignitaries from every province rushed to Leizhou, including Martial Emperor Song Changming, who had interrupted his cultivation and emerged from seclusion early for this.

In addition, even many demon clans that had established diplomatic relations with Leizhou sent envoys to attend the funeral and pay their respects.

The funeral rites continued in Leizhou for an entire month, with every household tying white cloth before their doors.

"Your Majesty, the candidate for Leizhou's provincial king should be decided as soon as possible," King Yun said as he followed Song Changming through a garden within the Royal Residence in Leizhou's capital.

"Wasn't this settled ten years ago?" Song Changming said.

King Yun nodded with a smile. "That is true, but you are the emperor and have the authority to change your mind at any time. We still need your formal approval."

Song Changming waved a hand. "Chu Wushuang has already trained under Old Pei for ten years. He is the most suitable candidate. There is no need to change our minds and waste Old Pei's painstaking efforts."

"I understand." King Yun nodded, then suddenly sighed.

"Since ancient times, royal authority has been hereditary. Unfortunately, Senior Pei has never had any children under his care, so we had no choice but to make an exception and transfer Leizhou's royal authority. This may have far-reaching consequences in the future."

As King Yun spoke, he looked at Song Changming again.

Song Changming's lips twitched. He immediately understood why King Yun had suddenly brought that up.

He was