The ministers were dumbfounded.
As they gazed at the towering figure, their eyes were filled with bewildernt and disbelief.
They knew that Chen Mo had just reached his young adulthood and understood what "Heavenly Master" ant, but how could combining these two be sowhat unfathomable?
Shen Xiong, Zeng Ge, and other military officers were left speechless.
They had seen Chen Mo demonstrate his abilities in the ancestral shrine before, and although his strength was formidable, he was indeed only Fourth Rank...
Yet, in just a few days, he broke through to Grandmaster?!
Moreover, he wasn't an ordinary Grandmaster—the oppression made their breathing sowhat difficult!
What kind of law is this?
Buzz—
The powerful aura triggered the defensive array of the Golden Throne Hall, illuminating the walls with brilliant light, as dragon patterns spiraled on the gold pillars, emitting terrifying roars!
The footsteps thundered outside the hall, as a group of armored guards stread in.
"Protect the sovereign—" yelled the leading commander.
"No need," said the Empress, waving her hand.
"...Yes."
The golden-armored guards, confirming there was no threat, bowed and retreated.
Chen Mo suitably restrained his aura, the fiery wave vanished, and the hall returned to calm.
The Empress spoke nonchalantly, "In this mont of need for talent, should soone like this not be treated well? Chief Minister Zhuang, what do you think?"
The shadow of the Seven-Rib Crown covered his face, Zhuang Jingming's eyes were filled with astonishnt.
A Grandmaster at twenty?
How is this possible?!
Despite his reluctance to believe, the truth was right before him.
The so-called rules were made for ordinary folks; with Chen Mo's achievents and strength, he absolutely deserved to rise abruptly!
To resist further would only be to invite trouble upon himself. Zhuang Jingming imdiately bowed and said, "Your Highness is astute, wise beyond asure, perceiving even the minutest detail, far superior to my humble self!"
"So, there are no objections?"
The Empress raised her gaze to the crowd, "And what about the rest of you? On the promotion of Chen Mo to Fire Departnt Thousand Households, who is in favor, and who opposes?"
Even through the bamboo curtain, they could still sense the sharp gaze, causing the ministers to lower their heads wherever it touched.
If one couldn't see the situation clearly at such a ti, then all their years in officialdom had truly been in vain!
Grandmasters in all of Jiu Zhou were few; moreover, he had Ultimate Venerable potential, a top-tier genius, even Fifth Grade households seed too modest for his cultivation!
"Congratulations, Your Highness, to have obtained such a talent, truly heaven lends its aid; it is a blessing for Great Yuan!"
Feng Jinyu was the first to step out, "Thud" as he knelt on the ground, his strong voice echoing in the hall, "I congratulate Your Highness, and also celebrate on behalf of the world!"
The others ca to realization, silently cursing for letting him seize the opportunity first, they quickly knelt at the golden steps.
"I congratulate Your Highness, and also celebrate on behalf of the world!"
"Celebrate on behalf of the world!"
The echo was like a mountain call and sea response.
Chen Mo himself was not keen on power, but standing amidst the prostrating crowd, he still felt a rush of emotion.
From today onwards, he would have a place in this court.
Is this the feeling of ascending the dragon?
The Dragon Qi within him flowed naturally, causing his eyes to faintly take on a golden hue.
Suddenly, he felt a profound gaze fall upon him, looking up, he only saw a tall, majestic figure's back.
After five breaths, the shouts finally subsided.
"Crown Prince, what is your take?" the Empress turned to ask.
The Crown Prince answered obediently, "I heed mother's arrangents entirely."
"Then let it be decreed," the Empress cleared her throat and announced boldly, "Issue the Eastern Royal Palace decree, the stabilization of the Earth God lies in obtaining wise talents; the awarding ceremony is not limited by convention..."
"To Sky Scale Guard Deputy Thousand Households Chen Mo, courageous and resolute, striving in the military forces, undeterred by danger, credited for protecting the nation..."
"Specially promoted to Sky Scale Guard Fire Departnt Thousand Households, bestowed honorary title 'Zhen Yue,' granted hall na 'Valiant Fierce,' allowed to enter Third Floor of Heavenly Armory, additionally bestowed gold, silver, and jewels..."
Listening to the Empress's clear voice, the ministers' heads tingled.
Goodness, the promotion to Thousand Households was rely an appetizer, the main course was yet to co!
On the Great Yuan Court, Honorary Officer and actual positions operate in two parallel systems, only those who have accomplished great deeds are granted honorary titles, it's not purely an honorary award, but a status mark linked with privileges!
Zhen Yue, second-grade officer, future generations can inherit at reduced rank!
While hall nas are granted to families, indicating henceforth the Chen Family would be imperially bestowed the title 'Valiant Fierce Family'!
Although it doesn't bear hereditary titles, nor does it warrant the term noble, it's indeed a significant step from ordinary official to honorary noble tier!
"So this was the Empress's true intention?"
Zhuang Jingming's heart was filled with realization, "No wonder she was so eager to promote Chen Mo, even at the cost of changing decrees and drawing criticism, to seize the mont and maximize this rit!"
Under the current circumstances, no one would dare to speak out rashly even if they had opinions.
This matter was already set in stone!
Lv Huaiyu's lips curled up, shaking his head subtly, "They directly ntioned 'Zhen Yue,' the next step isn't 'Pillar Kingdom'? The Empress truly expended effort in paving the way for Chen Mo..."
Chen Mo was a bit stunned at the mont.
He knew the Empress would offer great rewards this ti, but never expected it would be this substantial!
Sky Scale Guard Thousand Households, Personal rit Guard General, in addition to the second-grade officer... 'Soaring high' doesn't even do it justice!
"...May you hold yourself with integrity, not burdened by the graciousness of this extraordinary promotion, strive to respond and illuminate the annals." The Empress's tone paused slightly, coughed, then said, "Chen Aiqing, accept the decree."
Chen Mo ca to his senses, knelt and bowed, saying, "Thank Your Highness for the graciousness! I shall exhaust my efforts in service, till my dying day!"
"Hehe~"
The Crown Prince watched the scene, his smile radiant.
Having a simple and guileless character, knowing that his good friend received rewards, naturally made him happy.
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