As soon as Fei Hong arrived, the people outside who were lusting after the beauties in the garden immediately quieted down. With Fei Hong here, no matter how bold they were, they wouldn't dare to cause trouble.
However, there were those who sighed. Many of them understood that the new rules had yet to be established. As long as they didn't disobey military orders, the higher-ups would turn a blind eye to some things. What did they mean by not disobeying military orders? The higher-ups didn't forbid you from doing anything. It seemed like the higher-ups hadn't decided on how to deal with the guilty concubines in the garden.
The higher-ups turned a blind eye to those who fought outside and robbed the rich. Some things were obviously allowed to go unchecked. It wasn't appropriate for the higher-ups to punish those with military merits in large numbers at this time. Everyone was risking their lives, so how could they not reap some benefits? The rewards after the battle couldn't be fair to everyone, nor could it satisfy everyone. It was necessary to indulge them at this time. To put it bluntly, the higher-ups also needed to find some evidence against them. If someone was dissatisfied with the rewards after the battle, then they could decide whether or not to pursue the robbery.
This was the time to rebuild after the destruction. There wouldn't be another chance for the higher-ups to turn a blind eye. Once the new rules were established, those with vested interests would have to protect them. Everything had to be done according to the rules. No one dared to do such a thing even if they wanted to.
As for the troops that marched into the Heavenly Palace, who would dare to do anything to the Heavenly Palace? Since there wasn't much to be gained, he naturally set his sights on the Imperial Garden. The celestial peaches and the like had all been plucked clean. Even if Miao Yi knew that it was his subordinates who did it, he couldn't possibly pursue the matter of his subordinates plucking the peaches. After getting what they could, everyone naturally set their sights on the women in the Green Central Garden. To men, these women were even more valuable than rewards. They all wanted to take one back to serve them.
Unfortunately, the Green Central Garden was guarded by Granny Green. Granny Green was Fei Hong's godmother, so everyone was wary of her. Otherwise, they would've stolen everything already.
"What does His Majesty mean by this?" Chief Shen muttered as he left the Green Central Garden.
His subordinates said, "His Majesty can't be thinking of keeping all of them for himself, right?"
Chief Shen shook his head. "If His Majesty eats the meat himself and doesn't even leave a mouthful of soup for his subordinates, then that's too much! It's a pity that we can't get anything at this time. In the future, we won't have anything to do with it. Later on, a group of people will have their eyes on this place. How can we have a share of the truly good stuff? We were too timid and acted too late … "
In the Green Central Garden, Fei Hong accompanied Grandma Green and asked about her well-being. In the end, she couldn't help but sigh, "Godmother, why are you doing this?"
For this matter, she had begged Miao Yi repeatedly. Even so, Miao Yi still didn't relent. Thus, she knew in her heart that it was impossible for Granny Lü to protect these people. Even if she personally came here, she could only protect them for a while.
Granny Lü understood the meaning behind her words and said slowly, "They were originally a group of dead people. I was the one who protected them in front of Master Qing. Naturally, I will do my best to fulfill my promise."
Fei Hong worriedly said, "Godmother, a change of dynasty is not something we can interfere with. Haven't you heard of similar incidents before?"
In fact, her own family was a good example. Back then, when the Tai-shu family was raided, many people were beheaded and humiliated. Putting everyone else aside, just her mother, Lin Aoxue, was imprisoned in that kind of environment. How could those guards, who could decide whether a prisoner lived or died, be righteous people? How could they avoid being humiliated? However, everyone was well aware of this, so they didn't ask Lin Aoxue. Otherwise, how could Lin Aoxue endure it? There were some things that couldn't be helped. They could only pretend that they didn't know anything.
Take Granny Lü herself for example. She was also trapped in a brothel. If she hadn't been lucky enough to meet Miao Yi, her fate would have been obvious. Sometimes, when she thought about it, even she felt that she was really lucky to have met a man who treated her well. Her fate, which had fallen into the abyss, had been completely reversed.
Granny Lü sighed softly, "Little girl, there are some things that this old woman will only ask for from the bottom of her heart. So, I still have to try my best. You have to help me think of a way! Other than you, there probably isn't anyone else who will give me face. I can only ask for your help. "
Fei Hong pursed her lips. This was indeed a difficult situation for her, but she couldn't refuse Granny Lü's request. It wasn't just because Granny Lü was her godmother. Back then, Granny Lü had clearly seen through her relationship with Niu Youde, but she didn't reveal it. To Fei Hong, this was not only helping her, but also saving her mother. Otherwise, if the truth was exposed, her mother would have died long ago.
After some thought, she said, "In the current situation, I'm afraid the only person who can force His Majesty to give in and control all the officials is the Heavenly Empress. I will think of a way to ask the Heavenly Empress. As for the final result, I can't guarantee it."
"The Heavenly Empress …" Granny Lü muttered. She thought of Xiahou Chengyu and couldn't help but chuckle. She asked, "She can control all the officials? Does Yun Zhiqiu have that much influence? "
Fei Hong nodded slightly. "His Majesty is not that meticulous. Many things are personally handled by the Heavenly Empress. In this aspect, the Heavenly Empress is indeed a capable person. Although the Heavenly Empress is in charge of many things, it is not chaotic. She has never caused any trouble for His Majesty. Everything is handled smoothly. On the surface, it seems that the Heavenly Empress doesn't have any military power. In reality, the Heavenly Empress has the power to directly intervene in many matters. She controls all the money and manpower in all aspects. Many of the wives and concubines of the generals were brought together by the Heavenly Empress. The Heavenly Empress also has a way of interacting with people. She combines strength and softness, kindness and authority. His Majesty's subordinates, whether it is his personal guards or external generals, are all in awe of the Heavenly Empress. It may not seem like much, but the Heavenly Empress actually helps His Majesty stabilize most of the family. It is precisely because there are no internal worries that His Majesty can freely conquer the world. It is not an exaggeration to say that she is a good wife to His Majesty. If the Heavenly Empress can intervene in this matter, His Majesty should consider it carefully. Those ministers will more or less give face to the Heavenly Empress and will probably order their subordinates to be restrained. When it comes to women, the effect will probably be better than His Majesty speaking up. Perhaps she can just gather the families of those ministers and say a few words. I am just afraid that she will not intervene. I can only beg her. "
Granny Lü thought for a while and sighed. "It seems that she is really fated to be the mother of the world!"
The two strolled in Green Central Garden.
As they chatted, Granny Lü suddenly looked back and said, "That? Wang Xing seems to be busy. "
Fei Hong also looked back and saw Xing stopping not far away. She was holding the Star Bell in her hand and her expression was a little ugly.
Granny Lü gestured with her hand and the two walked back. Fei Hong approached and asked, "Big Sister Xing, what happened?"
Xing bit her lip and said word by word, "His Majesty's subordinates entered the Black Dragon Swamp and captured many of me. Human descendants, Lian? Wang Moyou is also being detained. "
Fei Hong was shocked and asked, "Why are they capturing? Human descendants? "
Xing said with grief and indignation, "Say? There are people in the clan who colluded with Qing, Fo, Kou Lingxu, and the others. In order to protect themselves, the clan can only maintain relations with the other parties. How did they become the remnants of Qing, Fo? Someone is obviously deliberately looking for them? Trouble for the clan! "
Fei Hong hurriedly said, "Why don't you directly contact His Majesty and ask?"
Xing raised the Star Bell in her hand. "I asked. His Majesty said that he will let the subordinates investigate. Clan. Is there a need to investigate? Doesn't he know what is going on? "
Granny Lü suddenly shook her head and walked away with her crutch. With her back facing them, she said, "It is better to find someone who understands and ask."
The two looked at her. Fei Hong grabbed Xing's hand and comforted her, "Big Sister Xing, don't worry. Since His Majesty said to investigate, there should be no problems in the short term. His Majesty should arrive tomorrow and will be able to find out what is going on."
The next day, the army finally made their way to the celestial palace after patrolling the lands.
Just like during the Qing Dynasty and the Buddhist Era, Miao Yi and Yun Zhiqiu descended from the dragon chariot and entered the Heavenly Palace. Miao Yi and Yun Zhiqiu alighted from the chariot and walked into the majestic Heavenly Palace as if they were the masters of the place.
It was a magnificent sight to behold. Whether it was the troops of Qing, Fo, or the troops that Miao Yi took over later, no one dared to destroy the palace. It was a beautiful celestial palace formed from the condensation of an immeasurable amount of power of will.
The group followed them into the Heavenly Hall, where politics were discussed, and then the Celestial Hall, where Qing Zhu's study was located. Miao Yi strolled around the magnificent library for a while, casually picking up a few ancient books and flipping through them before tossing them back.
After leaving the Celestial Hall, he continued to stroll around the celestial palace. When he arrived at the dream-like Sunset Garden, Yun Zhiqiu's eyes lit up and she couldn't help but praise, "It's so beautiful!"
The generals looked around and couldn't take in the beauty of the garden either.
Unexpectedly, Miao Yi invited the two Empyrean Maidens over and asked, "I plan to rebuild the celestial palace in the Primordial Era and live together with the Dragon and Phoenix Clans for generations to come. What do you think?"
The two Empyrean Maidens were stunned and a little reluctant. However, they had seen too many things by Miao Yi's side and understood his intentions. Everything under the heavens belonged to the king, and those who led the land belonged to the king. The consequences of rejecting him were severe. The other two knew that the Primordial Era was the most suitable place for Miao Yi to cultivate.
The generals didn't say anything. They were all waiting for the two Empyrean Maidens' reaction.
Yun Zhiqiu frowned slightly. Even though she liked this place, she didn't say anything about it.
Since they couldn't refuse, they could only agree. The two Empyrean Maidens nodded.
"Zhaoqing!" Miao Yi called out.
"Here!" Yang Zhaoqing stepped forward to receive the order.
Miao Yi instructed, "Mobilize the troops to work with the Dragon and Phoenix Clans to purge the evil aura of the Primordial Era. Restore the Primordial Era to its beautiful landscape and rebuild the celestial palace!"
"Understood!" Yang Zhaoqing replied.
Miao Yi looked around and said, "We'll settle down here for now. Once the Primordial Era's celestial palace is finished, we'll split it up and give it to everyone!"
With that, Charcoal led a group of troops and the two Empyrean Maidens back to the Primordial Era's Wastelands.
However, just as the place was beginning to settle down and the generals were about to leave, Miao Yi suddenly sensed something amiss and quickly turned around to look.
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