Emperor Xia's conferment of titles quickly set off a storm.
Although it seemed to be an insignificant conferment, but to be the Princess's valet meant that he could get close to the Princess, serve by her side, and protect her safety.
Everyone in Emperor Xia's Realm knew that Emperor Xia doted on Xia Qingyuan the most. What did it mean to be her valet?
It meant that he was absolutely trusted by Emperor Xia, regardless of background, talent, or strength.
It must be known that in Emperor Xia's Realm, there were some top geniuses who had thoughts about the Princess. Even if they did not dare to show it, but Emperor Xia's beloved daughter was known as the most talented person in Emperor Xia's Realm. Although she appeared in men's clothing, her appearance was still stunning. The Princess born of Emperor Xia and the most beautiful woman in Emperor Xia's Realm, there was no doubt about her appearance.
There was no other young woman in Emperor Xia's Realm who could be compared to Xia Qingyuan.
If Emperor Xia had conferred the title of a Saint of the older generation as the Princess' valet to protect her safety, no one would have cared. But it was Ye Futian, said to be the most talented person in the Nine States of the Lower Worlds, a direct subordinate of Emperor Xia. It was said that he was very young and extremely handsome, a peerless figure. Conferring him as the Princess' valet caused a storm.
Moreover, the time of Emperor Xia's conferment was very coincidental. It was conferred when Lihen Heaven and the people of the Holy Zhi Palace had just entered the Upper Worlds to cultivate. From this point of view, was it a warning to some of the Upper Worlds forces in Lihen Heaven?
In this way, no matter how strong the forces in the Upper Worlds were, if they wanted to touch Ye Futian, they would have to think twice.
This conferment had an even greater impact on the Upper Worlds than when Ye Futian and the other two broke through Jiutian Temple. In the past, the top figures of the Sage Plane, as well as many Saints, would still not have paid attention to what happened in Jiutian Temple. But this time, more people had heard of Ye Futian's name.
And they knew that he came from the Holy Zhi Palace of the Barren State in the Nine States of the Lower Worlds, and that he was the Palace Lord of the Holy Land of the Lower Worlds, a subordinate of Emperor Xia.
Although the Upper Worlds were also under the jurisdiction of Emperor Xia, forces like Lihen Heaven were not directly under him. It was like the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty of the Nine States, which had a direct army and forces within the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty.
In Emperor Xia's Realm, there were a few scattered buildings on a mountain shrouded in clouds and mist. The spiritual qi there was extremely rich, and the scenery was very beautiful. There were waterfalls and pavilions, looking very elegant.
After entering the Upper Worlds that day, everyone went out for activities. Gu Dongliu and Zhuge Mingyue went to look for a place to stay. After all, they could not stay in an inn with many people all the time, so they found this villa.
Outside the villa, there was a new signboard with two simple words carved on it: Cottage.
These two words were written by Ye Futian himself, and the name of the villa was also given by him. The meaning was obvious.
When the Sword Saint, Gu Dongliu, and the others saw Ye Futian's inscription, they all felt very emotional.
Apart from the teacher and the fourth disciple, Xue Ye, all the other disciples of the Cottage were present in the villa.
At that moment, Ye Futian stood quietly on the green mountain, looking down at the scenery below.
He had naturally received Emperor Xia's investiture, and he understood the emperor's intentions. He was protecting him.
Wuchen was surrounded by the cultivators of Lihen Heaven, and Yu Sheng was injured by the Sword Saint of Liyang. He was angry, but he did not let it get to his head and go to Lihen Heaven for revenge.
He knew how powerful Lihen Heaven was, and how much power they had. Even if Yaya was there, if they wanted to go to the number one holy land of swordsmanship in Emperor Xia's Realm, they would undoubtedly be seeking death.
This was not the Nine States. He was not naive enough to think that if he went to Lihen Heaven, they would still talk to him about rules and principles. Wouldn't the Sword Saint of Liyang attack Yu Sheng?
If he went to Lihen Heaven to provoke them, they would cut him down with a sword, and he would not even know how he died.
Emperor Xia ruled the Upper and Lower Realms, but most of the saints in the Nine States were saints created by Emperor Xia's divine path resources. All the holy lands in the Nine States were indebted to Emperor Xia, and they were directly under him. Emperor Xia had absolute control, and no one dared to disobey his orders. Whoever wanted to start a sacred war had to abide by the rules.
But the Upper Realms were different. For a force like Lihen Heaven, they cultivated on their own, and did not borrow the power of Emperor Xia. Although they belonged to Emperor Xia, they were not directly under him, and Emperor Xia would not interfere too much. If there was a conflict between him and Lihen Heaven, Emperor Xia would obviously side with him and let him kill the disciples of Lihen Heaven. If so, which top force would develop in Emperor Xia's Realm?
Most of the top figures would have already left to cultivate in other Renhuang Realms. If so, Emperor Xia's Realm would naturally decline.
Therefore, even Emperor Xia had to maintain a balance. Investiture him as the princess' valet was a kind of protection in disguise, fearing that something would happen to him in Emperor Xia's Realm.
A figure appeared quietly behind Ye Futian. It was Loulan Xue.
"How are things at the foot of the mountain?" Ye Futian asked.
"People come often, and there are even some who want to challenge you, but they are defeated by Wuchen and the others and leave. Gradually, no one comes to disturb you anymore, but this place has become very famous in the Upper Realms," Loulan Xue said.
Ye Futian nodded. The name of the Cottage would naturally be known throughout the Upper Realms.
He believed that it was not because he had been made the princess' valet, but because of the Cottage itself. This was also his vision of naming the villa the Cottage.
"What is the Glass Saint doing?" Ye Futian asked.
"Ever since she set foot in the Upper Realms, she has been quietly cultivating every day, no longer thinking," Loulan Xue said.
"Yes." Ye Futian nodded. He moved his mind, and a long cry was heard. A dark golden eagle swooped down and landed in front of Ye Futian. It flapped its wings. It was the Black Wind Eagle.
"I'm going to Emperor Xia's Palace," Ye Futian said. He stepped onto the Black Wind Eagle. Suddenly, the Black Wind Eagle spread its wings and took to the sky, quickly disappearing.
With the title of Emperor Xia, Ye Futian did not need to worry about his own safety.
No matter what, Lihen Heaven would not dare to embarrass Emperor Xia.
Several hours later, in front of the gate of Emperor Xia's Palace, the guard bowed slightly after seeing Ye Futian and said respectfully, "Emperor Xia has decreed that Scribe Ye can enter and leave Emperor Xia's Palace at will. There is no need to report. Please."
"Thank you." Ye Futian nodded, and then stepped onto the palace with the Black Wind Eagle, heading in the direction of the princess' residence.
He had been here last time, so he naturally knew how to get there.
However, not long after he entered Emperor Xia's Palace, a young man like an iron tower appeared in front of him. He stood there quietly, the sun shining on his body. His skin was bronze, and his eyes were looking into the distance, but Ye Futian had a feeling that this person seemed to be waiting for him.
"Ye Futian." The iron tower-like figure turned his eyes and glanced at Ye Futian. Ye Futian could faintly feel an extremely strong pressure coming from him.
This person was very strong. At least, he was much stronger than Ji Ya of the Nine States.
People who could appear here must be of extraordinary status.
"What can I do for you?" Ye Futian asked calmly.
"His Majesty personally conferred the title. I hope you do not disgrace this honor." The figure stared at Ye Futian, and there seemed to be a hint of jealousy in his eyes. He then walked past Ye Futian, and with every step he took, Ye Futian felt the pressure increase a bit.
Ye Futian frowned, but did not say anything in the end. He continued to walk forward. He did not want to cause trouble in Emperor Xia's Palace without knowing the identity of the other.
The princess' place of cultivation was naturally guarded, and after reporting, Ye Futian was allowed to enter. Not long after, Ye Futian saw Xia Qingyuan.
Xia Qingyuan looked at him and said coldly, "It's not my opinion."
Ye Futian was stunned, and a strange look came over his face.
"Princess, are you talking about the conferment?" Ye Futian asked. He did not think about what Xia Qingyuan said, and he naturally understood that it was Emperor Xia's intention. Xia Qingyuan seemed to be thinking too much, thinking that he had misunderstood.
Seeing that Ye Futian had no such thoughts, a hint of embarrassment flashed in Xia Qingyuan's eyes, but she returned to normal in an instant. She looked at Ye Futian and said, "What are you doing here?"
"Emperor Xia has conferred the title of Princess's valet, and it is only right for me to come and receive my orders. Although I am allowed to cultivate outside, if Princess has any orders, please let me know. Also, may I pay my respects to Emperor Xia?" Ye Futian asked. In fact, he was very curious about Emperor Xia's attitude toward him. Why did Emperor Xia help him hide it and secretly take care of him?
"My father is busy cultivating, and I will not disturb him easily. There is no need to stand on ceremony. When did you learn to be polite?" Xia Qingyuan said. She had invited Ye Futian to cultivate with her twice, and he had refused both times. She had thought that Ye Futian would also have an opinion this time.
"I am not so ignorant as to not know what is right and wrong." Ye Futian looked at Xia Qingyuan and said calmly, "The last time I came, I was stopped by Princess because I was anxious. It was inevitable that I was in a bad mood. I hope Princess can forgive me."
Xia Qingyuan thought of what happened last time and was indeed displeased. But since Ye Futian apologized today, she was in a better mood.
"Although Father has conferred you as my valet, you are allowed to cultivate outside. It is just a position. You do not have to serve by my side, and there is no need for you to come here to receive orders," Xia Qingyuan said.
"I am relieved to hear that, Princess," Ye Futian said. He would not be able to stand having to serve Xia Qingyuan.
"You …" Xia Qingyuan's eyes became colder and colder, but Ye Futian cupped his hands and said, "If there is nothing else, Princess, I will take my leave."
"If you are a little gentler, maybe I will allow you to cultivate in Emperor Xia's Palace," Xia Qingyuan suddenly smiled and said.
Ye Futian looked up at Xia Qingyuan and had to admit that she had an extremely beautiful face, with no flaws to be found. The only flaw was probably the men's clothing.
"If Princess was dressed as a woman, that would be more tempting," Ye Futian looked at her and said with a faint smile. That was the truth.
Xia Qingyuan's smile disappeared, and her face darkened. She said coldly, "Get out!"
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"I will take my leave." Ye Futian cupped his hands at Xia Qingyuan, then turned around and left.
Xia Qingyuan watched him leave and clenched her fists. A cold aura flowed around her. The servant girl, who was not far away, trembled when she saw the scene. The Princess was usually so calm, and yet she was angered by that guy.
But when that guy spoke, she wanted to go up and beat him up.
He actually turned his back on serving the Princess?
But then again, why did the Princess feel a little different today?
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