News of Lei Zhen's rewards spread that very day.
A newly ascended Titled Douluo and a newly appointed grand duke-the Lei Clan was certain to become another of the Heaven Dou Empire's foremost clans. Countless people would have fought tooth and nail for a chance to visit.
Even Lei Meng, who was temporarily staying at Heaven Dou Royal Academy, received an imperial decree appointing him the Lei Clan's new duke. Many teachers and students at the academy visited him, hoping to forge a connection.
Naturally, Lei Zhen and his son ignored every last one of these opportunists who flocked to power.
As the three left the palace, Crown Prince Xue Qinghe personally escorted them out.
Yu Luomian, meanwhile, was taken into custody by the Heaven Dou Empire and locked in the Heavenly Prison.
"Congratulations, Grand Duke Lei Zhen. You will be my grand tutor from now on. I hope you will offer me your guidance." Xue Qinghe's manner was exceedingly humble.
He did not deliberately fawn over Lei Zhen, yet his words were exceptionally pleasant to hear.
Were it not for Qin Yuan's earlier words, Lei Zhen might already have joined the crown prince's faction.
"You jest, Your Highness. This old servant is loyal to the empire and His Majesty, and will naturally safeguard Your Highness." As he spoke, Lei Zhen made a show of being busy. "My apologies, Your Highness. I still have some private matters to attend to, so I must take my leave."
Dugu Bo departed with the same excuse, leaving only Qin Yuan behind.
"May I ask why Your Highness wished to speak with me alone?" Qin Yuan asked in puzzlement.
He did not want to become too deeply entangled with Xue Qinghe, much less be swept along by the Worship Hall. In his dealings, he