Ch. 921Magic Wand: [Law of Destruction]
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Old Emperor grants Lan Qingyou the title of Marquis of Maple Leaf for her large territory and services.
- He also bestows upon her the surname 'Feng', which surprises Lan Qingyou as it reminds her of the legendary craftsman who created the Fire-Seeking Crucible.
- The Old Emperor presents Lan Qingyou with a magical staff, the 'Law of Destruction', used by the ancestors of the Sima Family.
Character Developments
- Lan Qingyou: She is granted a noble title and surname, which leads her to question her connection to the legendary craftsman Feng. She receives a powerful magical staff as a gift.
- The Old Emperor: He shows generosity and wisdom in granting Lan Qingyou a title and surname, aiming to secure her loyalty and increase the cost of her potential defection.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and politics: The nobility's initial reluctance to grant Lan Qingyou a title, the Old Emperor's strategic bestowal of a surname and staff, and the implications of these actions on Lan Qingyou's status and loyalty.
- Identity and lineage: The significance of a surname in the Empire's society and Lan Qingyou's sudden connection to the legendary craftsman Feng.
Character Interactions
- The Old Emperor and Lan Qingyou: Their interaction is cordial yet strategic, with the Old Emperor granting Lan Qingyou titles and gifts to secure her loyalty, and Lan Qingyou accepting them while keeping her thoughts to herself.
- The nobility and Lan Qingyou: The nobility initially hesitate to grant Lan Qingyou a title but ultimately support it due to her actions and the Old Emperor's will.