"Is this the Demon God Eye Prince Ning used to summon the War Lord's avatar? Back then, the Progenitor of Great Qian slew the Deer Lord, dismembered him, and sealed away his remains, but this eyeball went astray and vanished without a trace. Whatever secrets lie behind that story have long since become impossible to verify. But it ultimately fell into the hands of Prince Ning, a vassal prince of Great Qian, who illegally hoarded it with rebellion in mind. That much is indisputable."
"But now, it ought to belong to me."
Hu Ze's Avatar weighed a crimson, blood-colored eyeball the size of a human eye in his hand. He studied it intently for a long time before finally putting it away and returning to Mount Li Camp.
By then, Mount Li Camp had already become a sea of jubilation. Everyone knew their side had won a victory worthy of being called a miracle. From this point onward, the Rebel Princes' Coalition Army was no longer a cause for concern.
That also meant winning glory, earning a marquisate, and rising to high office had all become possible.
With the Great General leading them, their prospects were boundless!
"Great General, His Majesty has issued an edict summoning you to the palace!"
Not long after Li Chen returned, someone arrived to deliver the edict. He took Hu Ze's Avatar with him, only to find that Emperor Kangping had arranged a grand reception outside Palace City, with the assembled officials coming out to welcome him. The occasion was magnificent and solemn.
"By the mandate of Heaven, the emperor decrees: Great General Hu Ze has rendered meritorious service in suppressing the rebellion. Accomplished in civil affairs and endowed with martial virtue, he has secured the realm. He is hereby appointed Grand Preceptor and Grand