However, as he watched Miao Yi's departing figure, Yang Zhaoqing, who had followed Miao Yi for many years, could faintly sense that his master seemed to have something on his mind.
As he slowly walked along the mountain path, Miao Yi did indeed have something on his mind. The scene of Zhan Ruyi ripping his clothes apart still surfaced in his mind. It wasn't that he couldn't forget it because of the color, but because the scene had stirred him up. He had to admit that he was far inferior to the Celestial Emperor. Even becoming a ten-thousandth of the Celestial Emperor's concubine would be better than following him. What's more, with the Ying Family's influence, he wouldn't be too weak in the harem either. However, Zhan Ruyi wasn't willing to give herself to the Celestial Emperor. Instead, she said that she was willing to marry him, and even did such a thing right in front of him!
Actually, back in the phantom market, Miao Yi had already vaguely sensed Zhan Ruyi's intentions. He seemed to be interested in him. However, after experiencing so many trials and tribulations along the way, Miao Yi was no longer the hot-blooded man he was back in the Small World. He wasn't someone who would go against the Six Sages just for Yun Zhiqiu's sake. What's more, this was a completely different place. With Zhan Ruyi's family background and his current situation, he really couldn't accept a beauty's kindness.
In the past, he only had some suspicions and did not dare to confirm it. Today, Zhan Ruyi's actions seemed to have confirmed it. Could it be that he was not willing to submit to the Heavenly Thearch but was willing to follow him?
He didn't dare to think any further, afraid that he wouldn't be able to control himself if he thought too much, afraid that he would do something rash. He could only console himself. Perhaps it was because of Zhan Ruyi's arrogant personality that he wasn't willing to become a member of the harem that was fighting for favor.
They didn't have to wait too long. The next day, on a windy day, the Ying family's people were blown over.
The Black Dragon Division had also received orders from above to hand Zhan Ruyi over to the Ying Family.
Zhan Ping and Ying Luohuan had also arrived. They entered the Grand Commander's residence together and brought out the silent Zhan Ruyi. The family of three seemed a little quiet, but there was a group of Ying Family members in front and behind them.
Miao Yi didn't reveal himself. Instead, he stood under a tree on a nearby mountain peak and watched quietly.
However, for some unknown reason … Zhan Ping suddenly scanned his surroundings and saw Miao Yi standing under the tree. Their gazes met, and Zhan Ping stared at him for a moment. His expression did not change much as he turned his head back. The group of people flew away and flew in the direction of the courtyard of the Celestial Court's ministers.
Miao Yi watched as the group left. The Imperial Garden was now under his supervision. He had already received a report from one of his subordinates that Heavenly King Ying had personally led his people to the side courtyard. Many people of the Ying Family, young and old, had come to the side courtyard.
Yang Zhaoqing returned to report after the heavy troops guarding the Great Commander's residence withdrew.
Miao Yi simply nodded, then turned around and left. He still had official business to attend to. He had already received orders from the higher-ups that Zhan Ruyi would be transferred out of the Black Dragon Society. From now on, he would have nothing to do with the Black Dragon Society. He didn't say where he would be going. The higher-ups were obviously unwilling to let Zhan Ruyi's trusted aide continue to stay in the Left Supervisor Guard. He cleared out all the people that Zhan Ruyi had brought into the Left Supervisory Guard.
As such, Miao Yi needed to rearrange the vacant positions in the Black Dragon Division.
At the same time, the higher-ups had also recruited quite a number of people for him. The manpower that had been left vacant due to Nie Wuxiao's request was now fully filled. Basically, those who had been recruited were all newbie soldiers. Most of them were Golden Lotus cultivators at the First, Second, and Third Grade. However, Yu Zhongzhen directly appointed two Vice Chiefs to take charge. One was a man and the other was a woman. One was called Dong Jiuzhen, and the other was called Chi Yan.
Miao Yi had some objections to the higher-ups directly appointing Vice Chiefs. It wasn't like the Black Dragon Division didn't have people. If there was an empty position, they would naturally prioritize their subordinates. However, Yu Zhongzhen had to do this in order to strengthen his control over his subordinates. He had no other choice. However, Miao Yi took the opportunity to make a request. He hoped that Yu Zhongzhen could directly promote Yan Xiu to become the Black Dragon Division's Middle Commander in the name of the Big Dipper Army.
He naturally had his own reasons for not promoting Yan Xiu himself. After all, he didn't deserve a reward. If he promoted Yan Xiu himself, then wouldn't Yan Xiu be climbing the ranks a little too quickly? His subordinates would have objections. However, if he promoted Yan Xiu in the name of the Big Dipper Army, then that would be a matter for the higher-ups. If anyone had any objections, they could look for the Domain Chief. Yu Zhongzhen didn't reject this. He directly had the Big Dipper Army issue the order. It could be considered that both he and Miao Yi had made a concession.
Miao Yi then immediately transferred Xu Tangran back to the Middle Command as the Vice Grand Commander. Together with Yang Zhaoqing, they could be said to be in charge of the Middle Command. As for Yan Xiu, that Grand Commander, he would be by Miao Yi's side most of the time. It was as good as an empty title. Fortunately, this was the Imperial Garden. There wasn't much risk of fighting and killing, so Yan Xiu didn't have to follow Miao Yi closely anymore. He had the opportunity to focus on his cultivation.
Not long after Miao Yi rearranged the positions of the Black Dragon Division, he received news from his subordinates that the Heavenly Palace's Grand Steward, Shangguan Qing, had brought his men to Heavenly King Ying's side courtyard.
Miao Yi didn't want to go there at first. However, as soon as Shangguan Qing arrived, he had to go even if he didn't want to. This Imperial Garden was also a part of the Heavenly Palace. It was under Shangguan Qing's jurisdiction. If Shangguan Qing needed his help, he would have to be present at all times.
When he arrived outside Heavenly King Ying's side courtyard, Miao Yi didn't go in. Instead, he waited under an old tree with deep roots.
The wind was strong today. It blew away the clouds that shrouded the mountains, revealing the undisguised beauty of the mountains to everyone.
The palace maids brought by Shangguan Qing entered Zhan Ruyi's room, accompanied by the Ying family's womenfolk. They made preparations for Zhan Ruyi's entry into the palace.
"It's just a small matter. There's no need for the Grand Steward to stand guard here. Why don't we take a walk together and admire the beautiful scenery in this prince's garden?"
Ying Jiuguang slowly walked over from the side, cheerfully inviting Miao Yi.
Shangguan Qing turned to look at the closed door, then turned back to look at Ying Jiuguang, who had a meaningful look in his eyes. He couldn't help but smile knowingly.
There were some things that everyone was well aware of. If it was just an ordinary concubine entering the palace, there was indeed no need for him, the Grand Steward of the Heavenly Palace, to personally make a trip. However, Zhan Ruyi was different. It was related to the Celestial Emperor's intentions. To put it bluntly, the examination of Zhan Ruyi was just a formality. It was no longer important whether Zhan Ruyi was a virgin or not. What was important was that Zhan Ruyi had to become the 'Heavenly Concubine of Ruyi'.
The Celestial Emperor was not short of women. It didn't matter if he had one more or one less. If they were not virgins, it was entirely up to the Celestial Emperor whether he wanted to touch them or not. Even if he didn't touch them, it didn't matter if one more was placed there as a decoration. Moreover, there were precedents of women that the Celestial Emperor was interested in and brought into the palace. The main point was that the reputation of the Celestial Emperor could not be affected. The Celestial Emperor was high and sacred and inviolable. How could he be cuckolded or pick up used shoes? This was the important reason why Shangguan Qing had personally come. If there was really something wrong with Zhan Ruyi's body, he would immediately eliminate all possible factors that might be inappropriate. He would kill all those who should be killed to ensure that Zhan Ruyi entered the palace smoothly.
Shangguan Qing understood that this was also the reason why Heavenly King Ying had personally come. He wanted to divert him away. In case something happened during the examination, this Heavenly King would definitely do something to ensure that Zhan Ruyi was innocent.
With a tacit understanding, Shangguan Qing chuckled and went with the flow. "That's great. I've never looked at the Heavenly King's garden carefully."
The two then walked together, pointing out the scenery of the garden along the way. They both seemed to be in a good mood.
After walking half a circle in the garden, the Ying family's chief steward, who was also Heavenly King Ying's old servant, an old woman named Zuo 'er, came to report. "Heavenly King, Head Chief, the people from the palace are done."
Ying Jiuguang's spirit was lifted. Since it was done so quickly, it meant that there were no accidents. Otherwise, it would definitely take more time to deal with the aftermath. After all, how could there be a problem with the Ying family's tradition? He turned around and chuckled. "Head Chief, do you want to continue walking around, or …"
Shangguan Qing smiled slightly. "Since it's done, come again next time when you have the chance. This old servant still has to go back to report."
"Alright!" Ying Jiuguang nodded. The two immediately took a shortcut and went back.
When they arrived at the original spot, three palace maids from the palace immediately came out of Zhan Ruyi's room. Ying Jiuguang rushed to ask, "How was it?"
The leading old palace maid immediately replied, "Reporting to Heavenly King, Miss Zhan is as clean as ice and as clean as jade!"
This was what Ying Jiuguang wanted. He raised his hand to stroke his beard and decisively said a word, "Reward!"
The old servant, Zuo Er, quickly stepped forward and took out three storage bracelets for the three of them. The three palace maids were secretly delighted. The reward given by the Heavenly King would definitely not be light. They immediately bowed and thanked him. "Thank you, Heavenly King, for your reward!"
Shangguan Qing gave the leading palace maid a look. The latter returned the look and nodded slightly, indicating that there was indeed no problem.
Shangguan Qing also heaved a sigh of relief. It was naturally better if she was as clean as ice and as clean as jade. It saved him the trouble.
"Head Chief, look …" Ying Jiuguang turned around and gestured to Shangguan Qing.
Shangguan Qing understood what he meant. He asked the three palace maids to write a body examination document on the spot. After he took it and looked at it, he also stamped his seal as the Heavenly Palace's Head Chief as proof. Then, he officially handed the document to Ying Jiuguang.
Ying Jiuguang took it and looked at it carefully. After confirming that there were no mistakes, he smiled. With this thing in his hands, there was no need to be afraid of people making irresponsible remarks. This thing could destroy all rumors.
The reason why they didn't declare war against Ruyi in the first place was because they were afraid that someone would cause trouble. Not to mention others, the Xiahou family would definitely be the first to do so.
"Thank you for making this trip personally, Head Chief. This is just a small token of my appreciation. I hope you won't mind." Ying Jiuguang personally took out a storage bracelet and stuffed it into Shangguan Qing's hand.
Shangguan Qing smiled and didn't refuse. "The palace will immediately make preparations. I hope the Heavenly King will also prepare to receive the decree as soon as possible."
"Of course. Rest assured, Head Chief!" Ying Jiuguang agreed and personally sent Shangguan Qing to the main gate.
Soon, following Heavenly King Ying's order, the entire side courtyard was decorated with lanterns and streamers. This was equivalent to officially announcing that Zhan Ruyi was going to enter the palace as a concubine.
Bright red silk cloths were tied into flowers and hung on the walls. Standing in a corner of the side courtyard, Miao Yi witnessed the bustling scene with his own eyes. He knew that the matter was already settled. Otherwise, he wouldn't be so ostentatious.
The more it was now, the more he couldn't allow anything to go wrong. Miao Yi ordered for over ten thousand troops to rush over at top speed. Yang Zhaoqing personally oversaw the situation, in order to prevent any problems that might occur due to improper security.
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