He thought it over, but Huo Ling still did not quite dare to speak up.
After all, unlike the other dukes, he had not rendered any great service to Great Xia.
It was one thing to be granted a dukedom because his strength had risen, but if he opened his mouth like a lion and chose the title of a major-state duke, others would surely have objections.
Huo Ling bowed slightly. "Your Majesty, I do not really understand these ducal titles. Besides, I have rendered no merit whatsoever. I dare not accept such an honor."
As Huo Ling spoke, the attendant official timely struck the jade chime beside him. A crisp note rang throughout the grand hall, and only then did the murmurs within it subside.
Li Yi naturally heard Huo Ling's words. He nodded and said:
"It is no matter. At the founding of the nation, I said that whoever advanced to Radiant Moon Legend would be granted the title of State Duke. Whoever could become a Sunlight one step before me, I would even be willing to give him the throne of Heavenly Emperor."
"So long as you have broken through to Radiant Moon, you may be granted the title of State Duke!"
"But you say you do not understand titles? You there—Chang Wu. Tell him what title he should choose!" Li Yi swept his gaze around before settling it on Chang Wu, Duke of Ying.
He very readily tossed the task to Chang Wu.
Chang Wu, Duke of Ying, smiled helplessly. After gathering his thoughts, he said:
"Your Majesty, the titles of major states still include Qin, Qi, Wei, Chen, Lu, Chu, Jing, Yue, and others. All would suit the Marquis of East River."
"Besides that, Lord Huo Ling is from Southern Heaven Province and is presently