The emperor stroked his beard, his face beaming with delight, his heart filled with an unprecedented sense of joy.
This sense of exhilaration stems from the satisfaction and pride in achieving great things through years of painstaking effort, and from the certainty and pride in being remembered in history.
It also expresses the joy and expectation that all people under heaven will be able to live in peace and prosperity, free from war.
But he also knew that unifying the world was just the beginning, and that even greater responsibilities awaited him and this newly established dynasty.
Inside the Golden Palace, the morning light streamed through the carved window lattices, casting bright and warm beams of light that illuminated the hall with a golden splendor.
Once the ministers' fervent emotions had subsided somewhat, they turned around in unison, their gazes all fixed on the majestic dragon throne.
They gazed at the emperor seated at the head of the table with fervent and sincere eyes, filled with admiration and respect for their monarch.
Throughout the long journey of unification, the Emperor strategized and won decisive victories, leading the entire Tianxuan Empire through countless obstacles with his extraordinary wisdom and resolute decisions.
Countless days and nights, the Emperor worked late into the night in his study, reviewing memorials and engaging in long talks with his advisors to devise strategies, which led to the hard-won glory we enjoy today.
This achievement impressed the courtiers, who understood what an honor it was to serve under such a wise monarch.
At this moment, Eunuch Liu, with a slight hunch, took small, hurried steps and raised his hands high.
It was as if they were holding the most precious treasure in the world, and respectfully presenting a newly delivered report of victory.
The victory report was carefully wrapped in bright yellow silk, and under the sunlight, it exuded a solemn and dignified aura.
The Emperor bowed slightly, his movements steady and powerful, as he reached out to receive the report of victory.
He slowly unfolded it, his gaze quickly sweeping over the words on it. It clearly stated that Mu Yunxi would lead her triumphant army to the capital in half a month.
After reading it, the Emperor pondered for a moment, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his deep eyes.
He already had a plan in mind: Mu Yunxi had made an unparalleled contribution this time, pacifying the four directions and making great contributions to the unification of Tianxuan.
Such a great achievement should be celebrated together with the hero upon his return, which would be more solemn and sincere.
The morning court session concluded in a joyous atmosphere. The officials filed out, their steps hurried yet firm, their faces beaming with barely suppressed delight.
They knew that the days ahead would be busy and fulfilling.
After the officials withdrew, they all threw themselves into the intensive preparations, and the officials in charge of preparing the welcoming banquet and the victory celebration banquet were extremely busy.
Officials from the Court of Imperial Sacrifices traveled among the major markets and merchants in the capital, carefully considering the menus and striving to select the most precious and delicious ingredients.
Every dish carries the respect for the meritorious individuals, and no carelessness is allowed.
To find the freshest deep-sea fish, they spared no expense in purchasing them from fishermen in the distant seas; to obtain rare mountain delicacies, they sent people deep into the mountains and forests, enduring countless hardships.
The officials of the Ministry of Rites were busy planning the banquet, carefully considering every detail, from the venue setup to the seating arrangement of the guests.
They drew up blueprint after blueprint and discussed plan after plan, striving to achieve perfection.
They planned to hang banners symbolizing victory around the banquet venue and decorate each pillar with flowers and ribbons to create a festive and glorious atmosphere for the entire banquet.
Meanwhile, another group of ministers gathered to prepare for the implementation of the new system.
King Jinrui Zhao once said in his heart, "We should standardize the width of carts, unify the written language, and unify the currency and script."
Looking back now, these measures were absolutely necessary for stabilizing the country and achieving long-term peace and stability.
They consulted ancient books, referenced the experiences and lessons of past dynasties, and combined them with the current national conditions to formulate a detailed implementation plan.
In order to standardize the written language, they organized a group of learned scholars to compile a unified dictionary and textbooks.
In order to unify the currency, they studied the economic conditions of various regions and formulated reasonable exchange rates.
They understood that these seemingly simple measures were actually related to the foundation of the dynasty, and only by considering every aspect carefully could they ensure the smooth implementation of the new system.
At this moment, filled with anticipation and responsibility for the new dynasty, they hurried along, their hearts filled with the hope that this newly established unified dynasty could create an even more glorious future.
Amidst the intensive preparations and high expectations at court, half a month passed silently, like sand slipping through one's fingers.
Mu Yunxi led her battle-hardened army, which had been tempered by war and had achieved numerous victories, and arrived in a grand procession outside the capital.
Today is the momentous day for them to enter the court for an audience and receive their rewards. The entire capital is immersed in a joyous and expectant atmosphere.
As dawn broke and the first rays of sunlight fell upon the glazed tiles of the capital, the city seemed to be injected with vitality, quickly becoming bustling with activity.
The main gate of the palace slowly opened, the vermilion doors creaking open to both sides, the heavy copper rings striking the doors with a dull and solemn sound.
The emperor was dressed in an extremely luxurious court robe embroidered with golden dragons, the embroidery of which was exquisite.
The scales seemed to shimmer with golden light in the morning sun, so lifelike that they looked as if they might take off at any moment.
Wearing a crown with twelve strings of jade beads swaying gently with his movements, each step he took was steady and solemn, fully displaying the majesty and demeanor of the emperor.
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