Fengxian Palace had been their residence ever since Zhou Huaijin ascended the throne.
While Zhou Huaijin occasionally met with officials, most of his time was spent in Fengxian Hall.
As soon as she returned, the palace's hidden guards were alerted.
Having just informed Zhou Huaijin, they were about to escort him out to greet her when Gu Chaoyan entered.
Observing the situation, the hidden guards quickly retreated.
Now, only the two of them remained in the hall.
Zhou Huaijin embraced her tightly.
"I am relieved that you have returned safely," Zhou Huaijin said with a smile.
"Yes, nothing eventful occurred in the Bai Clan. Besides my breakthrough, the most important development is that I have mastered the barrier," Gu Chaoyan stated. "With this barrier in place, the other four nations will be protected, except for the Saint Divine Land."
"…?"
