However, Ye Luo was merely speculating and did not have absolute certainty.

But Ye Lu didn’t realize that his casual act today would, in the future, forge a formidable figure.

Of course, that is a story for later. At this moment, the young man, after being harshly reprimanded by Ye Luo, initially harbored resentment. But gradually, he came to understand the meaning behind Ye Luo’s words. As a result, he returned home, abandoned his previous behaviors, and devoted himself wholeheartedly to cultivation.

He desired strength, just like the person today had told him: only when he possessed power could he have the right to speak, and only then could he have the ability to protect the people and things he wished to safeguard!

As for Ye Luo, the Seventh Young Master’s feelings shifted from initial hatred to gratitude. Ye Luo’s words had been crystal clear and were the reason he came to understand what he truly should be doing!

Ye Luo and Yun Liancheng visited two more estates, but unfortunately, neither of them satisfied Ye Luo. Thus, the day ended without resolution.

Originally, Ye Luo intended to continue his search the next day, but what surprised him greatly was that upon returning to the Yun Family, the Yun Family had received an unexpected guest!

To be precise, Yun Liancheng was even more shocked than Ye Luo. The person who arrived had a rather peculiar status—not a prominent noble, yet few among the great nobles dared to disrespect him.

He was not a powerful cultivator; in fact, his strength was merely at the second level of the Qi Cyclone Realm!

And yet, countless strong cultivators had no choice but to bow before him.

He wasn’t a Family Head or Sect Master, but held the simple title of "Chief Steward."

Nevertheless, he possessed unparalleled authority.

He was none other than the Emperor of Great Tang’s personal envoy, Li Gui!

Li Gui’s family name wasn’t originally Li, but he had been granted the surname "Li" by the Emperor of Great Tang.

At this moment, Nalan Rou was visibly restless, for this Li Gonggong had arrived at the Cloud Manor and stood patiently at Ye Luo’s door, waiting for his return.

Nalan Rou suggested twice to contact Ye Luo so that he could return home earlier, but Li Gui firmly declined, merely standing at the door with utmost respect.

Upon seeing Ye Luo return, Li Gui immediately knelt to the ground: "This servant, Li Gui, pays respects to His Highness the Prince!"

What the—!

Yun Liancheng’s eyes widened. This was Li Gui! It could be said that anyone in the Great Tang Empire knew who the Emperor was, and thus, anyone who remained by the Emperor’s side, such as Li Gui, was just as renowned.

When Li Gui knelt, Yun Liancheng’s first reaction was to follow suit and kneel. In fact, not only Yun Liancheng but also all the guards of the Yun Family present fell to their knees!

At this moment, within the entirety of the Yun Family, only Ye Luo, Nalan Rou, and Lu Yi remained standing.

Though Lu Yi hesitated briefly, she promptly knelt as well.

Everyone’s gaze turned toward Ye Luo.

Especially Yun Liancheng—the shock in his heart was only something he himself could comprehend.

Yun Liancheng had known Ye Luo for some time and had always thought he understood Ye Luo well. But now, it seemed he didn’t know Ye Luo at all!

As for Nalan Rou? She had always suspected that Ye Luo’s identity wasn’t simple, but she never imagined that Ye Luo could be a Prince!

With Li Gui’s presence, it was almost unquestionably confirmed, leaving no room for doubt.

Ye Luo himself was puzzled. Wasn’t his title of Prince merely a fabricated identity for a mission? Why had someone like Li Gui shown up?

"Li Gonggong, please rise. Li Gonggong, I fear you might be mistaken—I’m Ye Luo, not a Prince!"

Li Gui responded with a smile, undeterred: "Understood, His Highness says he is currently not a Prince. This servant shall remember!"

Ye Luo rubbed his forehead in frustration—Li Gui’s response was nothing short of ingenious.

Fine. Ye Luo chose not to dwell on it and instead asked curiously, "Li Gonggong, may I ask why you’re here today?"

Ye Luo couldn’t help but feel uneasy. Considering Li Gui’s unique position as the Emperor’s envoy, his appearance could only signify significant developments.

But why had he come to the Cloud Manor today? 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

Li Gui removed several boxes from his Qiankun Ring and then addressed Ye Luo: "Your Highness, regarding the noble titles you promised Yun Liancheng and the young masters, the Emperor is already aware. After deliberation by the Ministry of Personnel’s officials, it has been determined that the other young masters, due to their insufficient qualifications and abilities, cannot yet receive noble titles. However, Young Master Yun, having served Your Highness loyally in recent times, has earned recognition for his efforts. Thus, the Emperor has decided to elevate Yun Liancheng’s title to Marquis, while also appointing him as a Colonel of the Feathered Forest Guard!"

"This servant has come to inform Colonel Yun to visit the Ministry of Personnel promptly for the formalization of these honors. Additionally, the Emperor has decreed that Colonel Yun’s forces need not remain stationed in the Imperial City but should instead accompany His Highness, the Ninth Prince, at all times to serve as his command force!"

Yun Liancheng’s eyes widened in astonishment—the sudden fortune was simply overwhelming!

He had never imagined that Ye Luo’s seemingly whimsical words would not only elevate his noble title but also grant him a legitimate military rank!

Although the rank of Colonel in the Feathered Forest Guard sounded modest, it carried far more weight than a Marquis title!

If Yun Liancheng still believed Ye Luo’s casual remarks at this point, he would truly be a fool.

Without hesitation, Yun Liancheng knelt to the ground and loudly declared: "This subject accepts the decree with gratitude!"

Meanwhile, his gaze toward Ye Luo had already transformed completely.

Only Ye Luo himself remained somewhat bewildered by the situation.

It now seemed that the Emperor had indeed acknowledged his status as Prince.

Although Ye Luo believed that the Emperor was well aware that his title of Prince was entirely fabricated, he couldn’t understand why the Emperor was treating it as genuine. Could it really just be related to the mission?

After Yun Liancheng accepted the decree with gratitude, Li Gui turned respectfully toward Ye Luo and said, "Your Highness, the Emperor has also stated that it is improper for you to remain without a residence in the Imperial Capital. Thus, he has specially authorized you to select any location within the capital to have a Royal Mansion constructed by the Ministry of Works! By imperial command, no matter which place you desire, you may name it outright; even if it belongs to another Prince, apart from the Crown Prince’s Eastern Palace, you may freely claim it!"

Such imperial favor!

Yun Liancheng’s eyes widened once again. Apart from the Crown Prince’s Eastern Palace, Ye Luo could claim any location he desired—this level of imperial favor was simply unimaginable.

The Great Tang Empire had a unique custom: whether Princes, Kings, or even the Crown Prince, each was allowed to have their own residence and the right to establish a domain.