If one had to ask what Dongfang Yu was feeling right now, it was mostly confusion and bewilderment.
How could she appoint Senior Sister as the empire's heir? That was completely beyond his expectations. But even setting that aside, why had she handed military authority to her as well?
What about him? Had she ever considered him?
Under Dongfang Yu's questioning gaze, Bibi Dong paused. "Appoint Dongfang Yu as Imperial Military Advisor, concurrently serving as the commander defending Spirit City."
The announcement shocked not only Dongfang Yu, but also Yue Guan and Gui Mei. Yan and Xie Yue were equally stunned.
None of them understood. Dongfang Yu's ability to lead troops was clearly superior to Hu Liena's, so why was he only made a military advisor without any military authority?
Yue Guan, especially, was deeply indignant and could not help saying, "Your Holiness, should you reconsider this?"
Bibi Dong said coldly, "Are you questioning my decision?"
"I would not dare. It is only that Little Yu..."
"Then if you do not dare, there is no need to say another word!" Bibi Dong cut him off before looking at Dongfang Yu again.
Dongfang Yu did his best to remain calm. "Teacher, why?"
"There is no why. This is my decision," Bibi Dong answered, her face utterly devoid of emotion.
Hearing that answer, Dongfang Yu frowned and turned his gaze toward Hu Liena.
Hu Liena met his eyes briefly, then looked away without saying anything.
Dongfang Yu laughed bitterly to himself, then respectfully bowed to Bibi Dong. "This disciple accepts the appointment. I will take my... leave."
With that, he turned and left Papal Hall.
Even until the very second before he stepped out of the hall, no one tried to stop him. Only Yue Guan watched his retreating figure with worry