The news of being granted the title of Marquis cannot be concealed for long. I must return and make some preparations, lest the visit of nobility cause a breach of etiquette and unnecessary misunderstandings.
On the fifth level of the Imperial Armory, Ji Bochu sat cross-legged in the Spirit Eye, his expression solemn, staring at the Saint Body Completion Jade Box in his hand, a contemplative look in his eyes.
A Weapon Repository Manager hurriedly descended the stone steps, heading to Ji Bochu, the Chief of the Imperial Armory.
"Chief," the manager reported in a low voice, "Just moments ago, there came an Imperial Decree that His Majesty intends to confer the title of Marquis Wu'an upon Shen Qing."
Upon hearing this, Ji Bochu furrowed his brow slightly, and the jade box in his hand trembled lightly.
He turned around and looked sharply at the manager, questioning doubtfully, "Is this true?"
