Before coming to Yunzhou City, Nie Yun had altered his appearance. Even those especially familiar with him would find it difficult to recognize him.
Though General Zhi Yao knew him well, he could not help but feel puzzled upon suddenly seeing this face.
"Looks like after returning to Yunzhou City and rising in status, even my old friends no longer recognize me!"
Nie Yun chuckled, this time using his original voice.
Hearing that voice, General Zhi Yao froze. Then his eyes flickered. "You are Prince... Lord Nie Yun?"
"Hehe!" Nie Yun did not say much or deny it, merely smiling faintly.
"Lord Nie Yun is a distinguished guest even at the Emperor Yuan Yang Lord's Estate. You dared stop him—you were truly seeking your own deaths! Someone, report to the prince immediately. Tell him Lord Nie Yun has come to visit!"
Having confirmed his identity, General Zhi Yao turned and barked out the order.
"Yes!" Only then did the soldiers realize who stood before them, and they nearly burst into tears.
Nie Yun had not been in Yunzhou City long, yet by virtue of his identity as the Descendant of Shennong and a distinguished guest of the Emperor Yuan Yang Lord's Estate, his name had already shaken Yunzhou City. These soldiers had heard of him as well.
Had such a figure announced his name beforehand, how would they have dared bar his way? Now they were done for—any beating they received would be for nothing.
"Lord Nie Yun, please wait here for a moment. Once they finish reporting, I will lead you inside!"
General Zhi Yao bowed and pointed toward a reception room within the gates.
As a figure much sought after in Yunzhou City, Prince Duobo received countless visitors. Reception rooms had been specially arranged inside the gates for