When Chen Xuanqing reappeared before Spirit Hall's magnificent hall, he found a crowd already gathered there. Every gaze was fixed on him, and every face wore a smile.
Ning Fengzhi's face brimmed with joy he could scarcely conceal.
He hurried forward and clasped Chen Xuanqing's hand, satisfaction and admiration shining in his eyes. "My worthy son-in-law, you certainly haven't disappointed me. You must have gained a great deal on this journey."
Chen Xuanqing smiled faintly and nodded.
As the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the teacher of Emperor Xue Qinghe, Ning Fengzhi could now be said to have achieved everything he wished for.
Chen Xuanqing looked around, letting his gaze settle on everyone as he spoke slowly. "Sirius, Sect Master Ning, I have urgent business that requires me to return to Spirit City. While I'm away, I'll leave the Heaven Dou Empire's affairs in everyone's hands. His Highness Xue Qinghe, in particular, is the empire's future. I hope you can all work together to help His Highness the crown prince ascend the throne."
Sirius knew Xue Qinghe's true identity, and he nodded repeatedly upon hearing Chen Xuanqing's words.
Then Sirius declared solemnly, "Rest assured, Young Master. We will do everything in our power to assist His Highness Xue Qinghe and ensure the Heaven Dou Empire flourishes under his leadership."
Ning Fengzhi, however, was momentarily taken aback. He thought Chen Xuanqing was yielding benefits to him, giving the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect a chance to make a good impression on the new emperor.
Thus, Ning Fengzhi gave it no further thought and simply smiled and nodded in agreement.
Seeing that everyone understood his meaning, Chen Xuanqing said no more.
He spread his imposing Wind-Thunder Twin Wings and shot out of Spirit Hall's hall like a