The announcement from the Spirit Hall swept across the entire continent like a whirlwind, naturally reaching even the imperial palace of Heaven Dou City.
When Emperor Xueye struggled to get up from his bed and read the proclamation presented by his trusted minister, the monarch who had ruled the empire for many years was so moved that tears streamed down his face.
"Heaven has not forsaken Tian Dou! Heaven has not forsaken the Xue family!"
He clutched the notice tightly, as if grasping at a lifeline.
The crushing defeat at the front, Xue Xing's serious injury, and the despairing presence of the fourteen titled Douluo and the ten-thousand-strong Soul Master army almost completely shattered the old emperor's spirit.
He had even prepared for the worst, planning to move the capital and retreat to the heart of the empire.
But now, things have taken a turn for the better!
The Glazed Heaven! The Spirit Hall!
These two top powers on the continent have actually joined forces! And their target is Tang San and the Star Luo Empire!
"Quick! Get the car ready!"
Despite the imperial physician's objections, the Emperor, bracing himself for the worst, issued the order on a snowy night.
"Summon all the princes and ministers in the capital to accompany me... to Soto City to pay homage to Emperor Ning!"
"Your Majesty, your health is not good, this is absolutely not advisable!"
The old eunuch standing to the side was so anxious that he almost knelt down.
"You bastard!"
Emperor Xueye roared in anger,
"With the nation on the verge of collapse, what is my illness compared to that! Sect Leader Ning has given my Heavenly Dou a second chance at life. If I do not go there in person, how can I show the sincerity of my royal family!"
He knew exactly what was going on.
This is not only to express gratitude, but also to show an attitude.
An attitude that completely binds the Heavenly Dou Empire to the chariot of Liuli Heaven!
...
Three days later, outside the gates of the Liuli Heavenly Sect in Soto City.
A magnificent and solemn procession slowly approached from the end of the official road.
A golden royal procession, thousands of the most elite royal knights as guards, and hundreds of imperial officials dressed in various colored robes.
At the very center of the procession was a magnificent dragon carriage, drawn by eight swift white dragon-scaled horses, symbolizing the emperor's status.
Such a large-scale event caused residents of the entire city of Soto to flood the streets, crowding the area and generating much discussion.
"My God! That's His Majesty's imperial carriage! His Majesty has actually come to Soto City in person!"
"They must be here to pay their respects to Sect Master Ning of Liuli Heaven! Haven't you heard? Sect Master Ning is leading us against the Star Luo Empire!"
"Sect Leader Ning is truly a divine being! Even His Majesty the Emperor has come to pay his respects in person!"
Amidst the watchful eyes of the crowd, the royal guard of honor stopped before the towering gates of Liulitian Mountain.
Ning Liu, along with Ning Fengzhi, Tang Chen, Sword Bone Douluo, and other core high-ranking members, were already waiting here.
The carriage curtain was lifted, and Emperor Xueye, supported by his attendants, stepped down from the imperial carriage.
Although his face was still somewhat pale, he was dressed in a dragon robe and wore an imperial crown, still exuding the majesty of an emperor.
He looked at the extraordinary young man before him, who seemed like a celestial being, and his eyes were filled with emotion and awe.
"Emperor Xue Ye of the Heaven Dou Empire pays respects to Sect Master Ning!"
Amidst countless shocked gazes, Emperor Xueye bowed deeply to Ning Liu, who was even younger than his grandson.
The officials behind him also bowed in unison.
"Your Majesty is too kind."
Ning Liu stepped forward and offered a gesture of support, saying, "Fighting against evil spirits is the duty of us Soul Masters. How dare I accept such a great gesture from Your Majesty?"
"No!"
The Snow Night Emperor straightened up, his attitude resolute.
"Personally, the sect leader previously gifted resources to the Heavenly Dou royal family to cultivate geniuses, which helped preserve the last vestige of Heavenly Dou's dignity."
"For the public good, the sect leader's call to arms has turned the tide for our Heavenly Struggle and the entire continent from imminent collapse!"
"Such a great favor, I, along with my millions of subjects, will never forget!"
He paused, took a prepared imperial edict from the attendant beside him, and announced loudly:
"By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: There is now a demon Tang San who wreaks havoc on the world, and the Xingluo clan aids and abets his evil deeds, threatening the nation's safety."
"Fortunately, Ning Liu, the sect leader of the Glazed Heaven Sect, raised the banner of righteousness, joined forces with the Spirit Hall, and united the strength of the world to punish the traitors! I am deeply gratified!"
"To honor the achievements of the Sect Master and to facilitate his command, I hereby bestow upon the Sect Master Ningliu the title of 'Grand Marshal Protecting the Nation and the People,' granting him supreme command of all the troops of the Heavenly Dou Empire and all righteous armies that respond to the call of the nation!"
"Within the entire territory of my Heavenly Dou, the Grand Marshal's orders are my orders! So be it!"
The imperial edict caused an uproar.
This is no longer a simple authorization; it's practically handing over all the military and political power of the entire Heaven Dou Empire to Ning Liu!
Emperor Xueye is gambling with the fate of the entire empire!
Ning Liu looked into Emperor Xue Ye's eyes, which were full of trust and expectation, and understood.
This old emperor was a wise man.
He knew that at a time like this, any suspicion or reservations would only make things worse.
Only by completely delegating authority and placing complete trust can all forces be united as one.
"Your Majesty trusts me, and I will remain steadfast in my duty."
Ning Liu accepted the important task without hesitation.
...
An army cannot be without a commander for a single day. With the title of Grand Marshal established, a grand departure ceremony was held in the central square of Soto City.
The elite disciples of the Glazed Tile School, the direct Soul Master Corps of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the newly surrendered powerhouses of the Clear Sky School personally led by Tang Chen, Tang Xiao, and Tang Hao, Yang Wudi's Breaking Clan, and Soul Masters from dozens of sects and families of all sizes who came from all over the continent to join them, totaling more than 5,000 people, gathered here!
Although the number of soldiers is far less than Tang San's army of ten thousand, every soldier in this team is a battle-hardened elite!
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