"Your Majesty, may you be blessed with a long life." The ministers, having been reprimanded last time, had changed their address; no longer crying out "Long Live," but instead wishing peace.
Lou Qianyu raised an eyebrow. Which Emperor doesn't wish for everlasting life? Nonetheless, Dugu Chen is exceptional in his way—he desires not eternal life but blessings. It seems he harbors no ambition to attack the Sunset Kingdom.
"Today I have a piece of good news to announce," he said. "I have agreed to sign a century-long alliance with the Sunset Kingdom. For these hundred years, our nations will coexist peacefully, open our borders, and engage in friendly relations."
The ministers at the lower end of the hall, filled with joy, knelt and loudly hailed, "The Emperor is wise."
"Rise."
After the morning court was dismissed, Lou Qianyu, accompanied by his guard, strolled through the bustling Capital City.
