Rewards, Star Luo Kingdom!

"Boom!!"

When the colossal Evil Eye Saint King's head was shattered and turned to ashes in the distant sky, countless gazes across the world were filled with utter horror.

When they saw the three clones that were exactly the same as Zhou Chen's original body in appearance and strength, the shock they felt was unimaginable!

Such power is simply astonishing!

Inside the Tiandou Empire Army, Xu Cangsheng and the other members of the Star Crown Sect stared in disbelief at the scene. After a long while, they gasped sharply, their faces filled with undisguised horror and shock.

Not only were the Star Crown Sect members speechless with shock, but countless other forces, as well as the Soul Master and massive soldiers of the Heaven Dou Empire, who were also focused on this scene both inside and outside Star Luo City, were also horrified at this moment.

Clearly, the strength and achievements of this Nation Protecting Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire had completely shocked them.

On the contrary, Xue Ke, Zhi Xin, Liu Erlong, and other sisters in the harem had much calmer expressions.

After all, although this scene was somewhat exaggerated, it wasn't unheard of. In their minds, their husbands were indeed that powerful.

"My husband's clone is actually as powerful as the original!"

Xue Ke gazed at the sky with admiration and sighed.

As Xue Ke, who was his bedmate, naturally knew something about this One Qi Transforms into Three Purities Soul Skill.

Zhi Xin nodded in agreement and whispered a suggestion to Xue Ke: "I wonder if the One Qi Transforms into Three Purities Soul Skill Soul Skill could be passed down as a legacy for His Majesty's descendants. If they mastered such a powerful Soul Skill, the future rule of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family would surely be more secure."

Upon hearing this, Xue Ke's eyes immediately lit up.

As an emperor, and the one who is about to unify Douluo Continent, Xue Ke is like Qin Shi Huang of the Earth, hoping that her descendants can sit firmly on the throne and continue the lineage.

However, to rule the country, one must have the strength; otherwise, having only the title of emperor will not earn anyone's respect.

But where does strength come from?

Besides fame, position, and wealth, strength relies more on martial prowess, such as that of a powerful Soul Master.

Despite having a large number of titled Douluo serving as retainers in the Heaven Dou Empire, as well as the assistance of sects and families like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the Clear Sky Sect, and the Peerless Dragon Serpent Meng Family, the Heaven Dou Imperial Family cannot directly control these military forces.

For example, if Xue Ke wanted to order the Clear Sky Sect to do something, she had to consult with Tang Yuehua, the Clear Sky Sect leader. If Tang Yuehua was unwilling, Xue Ke, the Heaven Dou Emperor, couldn't even command a single disciple of the Clear Sky Sect.

Xue Ke wanted a situation where the emperor would give an order, and all the titled Douluo and sects would have to obey obediently, instead of trying to bargain with her!

Therefore, having a force that the Heaven Dou Imperial Family can directly control is very important.

What military force can the royal family directly control?

That naturally refers to the royal family members themselves.

Take, for example, the Dai Family, the royal family of the Star Luo Empire. Because the Dai Family members possess the powerful White Tiger Martial Soul, almost every member of the Dai Family is very strong, which is why the Star Luo Royal Family has always been relatively powerful.

If you have strong inherent capabilities, how can you not be assertive?

But the Heaven Dou Imperial Family is different.

The Heaven Dou Imperial Family's inherited Martial Soul is the Swan. This Martial Soul is not weak, but it is not powerful enough.

Therefore, since the founding of the Heaven Dou Empire, very few members of the royal family have broken through to the Title Douluo realm.

In this fantasy world where the strong prey on the weak and the mighty are respected, the Heaven Dou Imperial Family lacks sufficient influence without loyal Title Douluo under its command.

Fortunately, her husband is now a god-level expert with a powerful Martial Soul. As long as her descendants can inherit his Martial Soul, there will almost certainly be many powerful figures in the future.

If the husband can pass on the Soul Skill "One Qi Transforms into Three Purities" as a legacy Soul Skill to his descendants, then the strength of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family will almost certainly become stronger in the future.

Only with strength can one secure a stable position!

Just then, cheers erupted throughout the Tiandou Empire Army, greatly boosting morale.

It felt so good to exhale that breath.

Hearing the cheers from the ground, Zhou Chen, who was in mid-air, also withdrew his One Qi Transforms into Three Purities Power and slowly descended into the Tiandou Empire Army camp.

"My husband!"

Xue Ke nestled into Zhou Chen's arms like a swallow returning to its nest. At this moment, she had no imperial demeanor whatsoever; instead, she resembled a naive and innocent young wife.

"Alright, alright, so many people are watching."

Zhou Chen patted Xue Ke's fair and smooth back with amusement, speaking in a doting tone.

"Okay, whatever you say."

Xue Ke obediently got up, looking just like a dutiful wife who listens to her husband.

"Let's go into Star Luo City first."

Zhou Chen put his arm around Xue Ke's slender waist, then glanced at Zhi Xin and Liu Erlong beside him, his expression full of emotion, but he didn't say anything.

After all, with so many people watching in the army camp, they still had to save face for Xue Ke. If the Empress's husband were to openly flirt with other women, it would be seen as disrespectful to Her Your Majesty the Queen by the Soul Master and soldiers of the Heaven Dou Empire.

Therefore, Zhou Chen and Xue Ke Soaring Cloud Riding Mist and entered Star Luo City directly.

Meanwhile, the Soul Master and the Tiandou Empire Army in the camp followed His Majesty the Emperor and marched into Star Luo City from all directions.

Emperor Dai Weisi of the Star Luo Empire and his ancestor, the Evil Eye Saint King, have fallen. The Soul Master and nobles who were originally loyal to the Star Luo Empire have also withdrawn from Star Luo City or simply surrendered.

As for the garrison of Star Luo City, most of them had become scattered soldiers and were being wiped out by the Tiandou Empire Army.

Meanwhile, the elders and powerful Soul Master of the Spirit Hall all left Star Luo City, and the Heaven Dou Empire did not pursue them.

Before long, the Heaven Dou Empire had gained control of the entire Star Luo City.

Zhou Chen, Xue Ke, Ye Yinzhu, Ge Long, and other nobles and Soul Master of the Heaven Dou Empire found a large hall within the Star Luo Imperial City that could serve as a meeting room and took their seats in turn.

Tiandou Empire Xue Ke Your Majesty the Queen naturally sat on the throne in the main hall, with Zhou Chen sitting beside her.

Zhi Xin stood next to Xue Ke.

To Xue Ke's left sat super-strong individuals at the Title Douluo level, including Nine Lives Divine Dragon Ge Long, Blood Wolf Douluo Xiao Chenyu Xiao Chenyu, Spirit Eye Douluo Huo Yunfeng, Sword Douluo Bone Douluo, Meng Shenji, and Ye Yinzhu.

Xu Cangsheng and the other titled Douluo of the Star Crown Sect sat alongside Sword Douluo and the others, while Xu Youyou stood obediently behind Xu Cangsheng.

These titled Douluo were originally seriously injured, but after consuming pills from the System Shop, they all recovered to their full strength.

Below these titled Douluo sat the generals and nobles of the Tiandou Empire Army, as well as a group of temporarily promoted Soul Master and soldiers with outstanding military achievements.

At this moment, all eyes in the hall were focused on Xue Ke, waiting for her, the Emperor, to speak first.

Xue Ke stood up and said in a deep voice, "Before the war began, I mentioned that if we won this battle, I would reward those who had made contributions and bestow titles upon them."

Upon hearing this, all the Soul Master, generals, and nobles present held their breath and looked at Xue Ke.

The hall became so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

"Now is the time to reward you all!"

Xue Ke said with a smile.

Then, she glanced at Zhi Xin, waved her hand, and signaled Zhi Xin to begin reading the imperial edict of bestowal and reward.

Zhi Xin understood, took out a stack of edicts of reward from his Space Soul Tool, stepped forward, and began to read them aloud in a deep voice:

"The Imperial Edict: Marshal Ge Long's strategic planning and command have been exemplary, deserving the highest honor among generals. He is hereby granted the title of First-Class Duke of the Empire. Furthermore, except for his eldest son who will inherit the dukedom, all his other descendants will be granted the title of Earl, which may be inherited in perpetuity!"

"Earl Zi Zhenzhu of the Vast Sea led the Royal Fleet's transport army, landing on the coast and penetrating deep into the heart of the Star Luo Empire. Her outstanding achievements have earned her the title of Duke of the Vast Sea!"

"The Rose Duke Zhi Xin, courageous, and exceptionally loyal..."

The generals present were all thrilled as they listened to the successive awards. Some generals were so excited that they danced with joy upon hearing their own awards, while others, who had not yet heard their awards, became impatient and restless in their seats.

After Zhi Xin finished reading the edicts of reward for all the generals, almost all the generals present were all smiles, and none of them harbored any resentment.

This is all thanks to Xue Ke's generosity.

As the emperor, everything in the empire belongs to her. Therefore, a qualified emperor will bestow generous rewards upon his subordinates to win their hearts and minds and ensure their loyalty.

The emperor only needs to grasp military and financial power, balance the various forces within the empire, distribute the spoils and benefits fairly, and gain the loyalty of his subordinates.

After reading out the rewards for the generals, Zhi Xin took out another stack of imperial edicts of reward.

These imperial edicts of reward were issued to the powerful Soul Master of the Heaven Dou Royal Soul Master Legion, the Heaven Dou Imperial Offering Legion, and various Soul Master families and sects.

"The Imperial Edict: Sword Douluo Chen Xin against the Spirit Hall's Golden Crocodile Douluo, creating conditions for the army's successful conquest of Star Luo City. He is hereby granted the title of Imperial Duke!"

"Bone Douluo Gu Rong, in collaboration with Sword Douluo Chen Xin against the Spirit Hall's Golden Crocodile Douluo, creating conditions for the army to successfully conquer Star Luo City. He is hereby granted the title of Imperial Duke!"

"The Spirit Eye Douluo Huo Yunfeng is commendable for his loyalty and bravery, and is hereby granted the title of Imperial Duke..."

As the titles and rewards were read out one by one, most of the titled Douluo present were quite satisfied. However, the reward for the Star Crown Sect was still not read out.

This made Xu Cangsheng and the other titled Douluo of the Star Crown Sect somewhat anxious.

Their decision to come out of seclusion to help the Heaven Dou Empire was not without selfish motives; it was for their own benefit.

After Zhi Xin finished reading the edicts, Xue Ke turned to Xu Cangsheng and said, "Lord Xu Cangsheng, your Star Crown Sect has blocked the attacks of the War God and the God of Speed. This achievement deserves a great reward from me. So, what kind of reward do you desire?"

"This..."

Xu Cangsheng paused for a moment, then steadied himself and asked respectfully, "Your Majesty, do you know who the ancestor of the Star Crown lineage was?"

"I don't know, I'd like to hear the details."

Xue Ke raised an eyebrow and said.

"The Star Crown lineage was established by the Xu Family ancestor. The Xu Family ancestor was the founder of the Star Luo Empire, but he did not ascend to the throne and instead went to travel to the stars."

Xu Cangsheng slowly said, "Now, the Star Crown lineage has emerged from seclusion because they want to seize the throne of the Star Luo Empire."

"Presumptuous!"

Before Xue Ke could speak, Zhi Xin, standing to the side, raised her eyebrows and cursed, "Xu Cangsheng, who gave you the audacity? Our Heaven Dou Empire expended countless manpower and resources to destroy the Star Luo Empire and capture Star Luo City, and now you dare to compete for Her Your Majesty the Queen's spoils of victory? You're courting death!"

As soon Zhi Xin uttered those murderous words, all the titled Douluo and generals of the Heaven Dou Empire present immediately stood up, as if they were about to attack the Star Crown Sect at the slightest provocation.

"Zhi Xin, this is unacceptable. Step back. If it weren't for the elders of the Star Crown Sect resisting the War God and the God of Speed, the entire army camp would have been destroyed. Now that Xu Cangsheng has only made a request, it would be inappropriate for us to turn against him and attack."

Just then, Xue Ke waved her hand, signaling Zhi Xin to step back.

The next second, Xue Ke looked at Xu Cangsheng and said in a calm tone, "Your Star Crown Sect wants to replace the previous Star Luo Royal Family. Mr. Xu Cangsheng, you want to be the emperor, is that right?"

"Well... I don't have such grand ambitions."

Xu Cangsheng smiled and said, "Now most of the Star Luo Empire's territory is occupied by the Heaven Dou Empire's army. What merit or ability does the Star Crown Sect have to snatch food from the tiger's mouth?"

"It's good that you know."

Xue Ke glanced at him, then walked up to Xu Cangsheng and asked, "So what does your Star Crown Sect mean by this?"

"Your Majesty, our Star Crown Sect aspires to follow the example of the Silver Moon Family's Silves Kingdom, acquiring Star Luo City as our fiefdom, establishing the Star Luo Kingdom, becoming a vassal state of the Heaven Dou Empire, and pledging allegiance to Her Majesty the Your Majesty the Queen."

Xu Cangsheng stood up from his seat and said respectfully.

The other titled Douluo of the Star Crown Sect all stood up when they saw Xu Cangsheng, and they all stood up as well, their expressions respectful.

Seeing this, Xue Ke pondered coldly and said, "Your Star Crown Sect has quite the plan."

"After all, you saved the War God and the God of Speed for my Heaven Dou Empire. With this achievement, it is not impossible to establish the Star Luo Kingdom, which is loyal to my Heaven Dou Imperial Family."

"Thank you, Your Majesty! Your Majesty Xu Cangsheng servant, will always be loyal to you!"

Xu Cangsheng, a Peak Douluo, was quite humble and actually knelt down before Xue Ke.

The rest of the Star Crown Sect's titled Douluo also knelt on one knee, and even Xu Youyou obediently knelt down.

Compared to the immense benefits of gaining a kingdom, what is kneeling on one knee?

Although the Star Luo Kingdom is small, it is still a kingdom after all.

"Get up, everyone."

Xue Ke waved her hand, signaling Xu Cangsheng and the others to stand up, then slowly said, "Lord Xu Cangsheng, I wonder who your Star Crown Sect intends to make its king? May I suggest a candidate?"

"Your Majesty means..."

Xu Cangsheng asked with some doubt.

"I think Xu Youyou is very suitable to be the queen of the Star Luo Kingdom."

Xue Ke said calmly, "What do you think, Mr. Xu Cangsheng?"

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