In Zhenglan Hall, Feng Cheng continued to read the Imperial Decree, speaking of the arrangements for the rest of the Grassland Pride.
But Chaganbayar was no longer listening; he was completely stunned!
To arrange for him to cultivate at the Daluo Sect?
Why?
Hasn't the Daluo Sect already closed itself off?
Moreover, the arrangements for the other Grassland Pride present were either to go to university or join the Border Army, but Chaganbayar's arrangement was the most peculiar.
"Could it be... they've already guessed my identity?"
Chaganbayar forcefully controlled his emotions and expressions, making himself appear only bewildered and puzzled, without showing fear or unease.
He lowered his head again, his eyes changing.
"No, if they truly had confirmed my identity, I'd already be dead."
"They are at most suspicious, but have no evidence."
"I still have a chance!"
Chaganbayar's brain was spinning rapidly.
The special arrangement for him was likely just a test. As long as he didn't reveal any flaws, no one could confirm his identity.
Unless Yun Shu was resurrected, Chaganbayar didn't believe anyone could perceive the problem at his soul level.
"I am Grassland Pride; I have made contributions to the Da Lan Dynasty. I am already a Viscount of Da Lan Dynasty. Without precise evidence, you cannot kill me!"
Chaganbayar bit his teeth secretly and, together with Sangji and others, bowed to the Emperor atop the Red Steps to express gratitude.
Then, the few of them exited the Great Hall.
"Who is Chaganbayar?"
A guard stepped forward and asked the group.
Chaganbayar's heart tightened; he had intended to spend more time with Sangji to strengthen his influence.
But the court didn't give any opportunities, wanting to separate him from the others immediately.
Chaganbayar helplessly raised his head, "I am."
Guard: "Please follow me."
Chaganbayar mustered the courage to ask, "Sir, may I say a few words with my friend?"
The guard hesitated for a moment; he didn't know any inside information, only knowing this Grassland youth was now a Viscount of Da Lan Dynasty, destined for a brilliant future, so he didn't want to offend him:
"Alright, please hurry."
Chaganbayar smiled, "Thank you."
After speaking, he turned around and grabbed Sangji, speaking seriously:
"Sangji, I thought we would go to university together, but didn't expect to part so soon."
Sangji was somewhat saddened.
Chaganbayar continued, "You must remember what I said to you before, remember our agreement!"
"Mm!"
Sangji nodded emphatically, "Don't worry, I'll never forget."
Chaganbayar showed a smile and once again extended his right fist to Sangji.
The two Grassland youths bumped fists outside Zhenglan Hall once more.
After doing all this, Chaganbayar followed the guard away.
The guard took him to a deserted side hall, followed by a long wait...
When ministers started filing out of Zhenglan Hall, today's grand court meeting came to an end.
Today's reward, the leader Li Fei received a batch of Cultivation Resources and an expanded fief.
Though this reward couldn't be considered small, it definitely couldn't compare to the rewards Li Fei had received previously.
Of course, no one would foolishly think Li Fei had lost the favor of the Divine.
As long as the Emperor doesn't reclaim the bestowed 'Emperor's Sword' from Li Fei, Li Fei remains the most trusted pillar of the Da Lan Dynasty!
Under the gaze of the crowd, Li Fei, in his golden robe, walked calmly out of the Great Hall.
During this Northern Barbarians journey, the court hadn't publicly announced his feat of slaying a Ninth Grade Beast in the Lower Abyss.
Only a few key ministers knew about this.
Therefore, from the surface, Li Fei, as the leader, merely took people to attend the Desolate God Alliance, but it wasn't him who secured the victory for Da Lan Dynasty; his contribution naturally didn't require great rewards.
In fact, Li Fei previously suggested this to Qin Ziheng.
This North Barbarian's journey was to share credit with Da Lan Dynasty's young Pride. He himself didn't need it.
In reality, all the young Pride who participated in the Desolate God Alliance know who ultimately conquered the Northern Barbarians.
These young Pride eventually received higher rewards than expected, a testament to Li Fei's intentional distribution of credit.
Everyone kept Li Fei's favor in their hearts.
Speaking of gains, Li Fei preemptively gathered future pillars for Da Lan Dynasty.
After exiting the Great Hall, a Forbidden Army General respectfully approached Li Fei:
"Duke, the person has been brought over."
"Good."
Li Fei turned to look at Ye Ze'an at the rear, the two exchanging glances.
Ye Ze'an nodded towards Li Fei.
The arrangement of sending Chaganbayar to cultivate at the Daluo Sect was the handiwork of this Grand Secretary.
The other informed Li Fei that the Buddhists still had a move during this time, then arranged Chaganbayar to go to the Daluo Sect.
Evidently, in Ye Ze'an's view, the Buddhist's 'move' might fall upon the Daluo Sect!
If the Buddhists wish to break the deadlock, they must win over Peak Strong Person.
There are so few forces in the world with Peak Strong Person, and very few options for the Buddhists.
The Heavenly Tower and Red Dust Pavilion have no reason to wade into these troubled waters.
Two of the Three Demons are dead, and the remaining 'Demon Spear' has an agreement with Wenren Zheng, won't strike at Da Lan Dynasty.
No need to mention Ning Qing Man.
The remaining Peak Strong Person either belong to Da Lan Dynasty or the Taoist Three Sects.
The Yuhua Sect is oblivious to worldly matters, the Upper Pure Sect has already allied with Da Lan Dynasty.
Leaving only the Daluo Sect, which has an unresolved blood feud with Da Lan Dynasty!
Therefore, Ye Ze'an believes the Buddhist's last move should be targeted at the Daluo Sect.
To confirm this, he arranged for Chaganbayar to go to the Daluo Sect to cultivate.