Imperial Palace Plaza, at the Alchemy Platform!
Over a dozen palace maids and eunuchs held various ceremonial instruments as Nangong Wen approached, surrounded by his entourage. He was clad in a black Dragon Robe, his hair was as black as ink, and his eyes shone, full of spirit.
Following behind him were Lingyun Marquis, the Left Minister, and other high-ranking ministers. However, their faces were rather haggard, suggesting the past few days had not been easy for them.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!"
Upon seeing Nangong Wen, everyone present bowed deeply. Nangong Wen gave a slight nod, then took his seat on the high platform that had been prepared for him.
"How is it that Qin Ya has yet to arrive?"
Hearing Nangong Wen's question, Muui Yunlie replied gravely, "That's right. But I don't think he'll go back on his word. With a spectacle of this scale, he has no choice but to show up."
As the crowd waited, a ceaseless buzz of discussion filled the air.
