Following behind Emperor Xia, her handmaiden Spring Orchid, who was also dressed as a man, spoke with a hint of resignation in her voice.
Emperor Xia arched an eyebrow slightly but offered no response.
Although Great Xia revered the Daoist School, that was a matter of the former emperor. She herself held no great love for either the Daoist School or the Buddhist Sect.
After all, the Immortal Sects beyond Great Xia's borders were not subject to its rule and paid no taxes, which was understandable.
But the Daoist School and the Buddhist Sect spread their doctrines within Great Xia's borders, yet they refused to follow the rules, pay taxes, or abide by the law, clearly intending to place themselves above imperial authority.
'This greatly displeased her. Once she truly held power, she would be sure to put those two back in their proper place.'
Just then, a commotion from the river up ahead suddenly caught Emperor Xia's attention.
