A small yet monumental change began to unfold quietly in the Wu Kingdom: Emperor Shunde announced his abdication, and the former King of Zhou, Du Chuyun, ascended the throne.
Since it involved the succession of the imperial throne, it was naturally a monumental change. The various nations sent envoys to attend the ceremony, the nobility of the Wu Kingdom gathered in the Capital City, and every governor rushed back to swear allegiance to the new emperor… It was a bustling, chaotic affair.
For that month in the Capital City, the night soil collectors had to send out many extra carts each day.
And yet, it was also, undeniably, a small change.
Throughout the country, life went on as usual.
The common folk continued to till their fields, weave their cloth, and run their businesses.
And when they had nothing better to do, they'd eat their fill and beat their children.
There's a new emperor?
Yes, there is.
And the Celestial Master?
He's still here.
