I Have A Martial Dao World

Chapter 467: 467. Let the guest speak first

Three days had flown by, and at last, the day set by Lu Yao had arrived.

This day happened to be the first day of the eleventh month, which the lunar calendar warned: “Not suitable for any matters.”

Early in the morning, Liao Qe was joyfully helping Lu Yao wash up and get dressed.

Having had the rare luxury of her husband’s undivided attention the night before, the young girl was in high spirits. Using the warm water in the copper basin, she meticulously cleaned every inch of Lu Yao’s body.

Her unique constitution always left her husband all dirty, so she had to clean him thoroughly, something that Li Pei had often teased her about.

After busying herself for half a day, Liao Qe finally dressed her husband in a rather flamboyant white robe.

The robe featured wide clothing and large sleeves, lightly tied with a sash, striking an ethereal and elegant figure, all while flaunting a spirited demeanor.

Liao Qe nodded in satisfaction, her eyes brimming with admiration:

“Lu Yao, you look so handsome! Today, you will definitely get what you wish for and achieve a resounding victory!”

“Thank you for your auspicious words, Junior Sister.” Lu Yao wrapped his arms around the girl’s waist and sat her on his lap, chuckling lightly, “I will have to rely on you a lot in the future.”

“Don’t worry—I’ve got your back,” Liao Qe said, brimming with confidence and curling her tiny fist: “I am a Grandmaster, after all—and I have a Magical Treasure.”

After saying this, her face suddenly turned gloomy, and she touched her lower abdomen:

“My cultivation has improved too quickly. Without realizing it, I’ve reached Innate level, but I still want to have your babies.”

The stronger the lifeform, the more difficult it is to reproduce. This is also true for martial artists—the higher their realm, the harder it is to conceive.

Looking at the beautiful girl before him, blossoming like the first flowers of spring, Lu Yao reassured:

“There’s plenty of time. We will have a lifespan of 200 years or even longer. If we keep trying, there will be a chance.”

Liao Qe felt slightly relieved and nodded lightly.

Once they were ready, the two headed to the location of the gathering—The Imperial Palace.

Yu Yanmei, Li Pei, Liao Ya, and Su Er Ya had already gone ahead to make arrangements and provide support, and were not at home.

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Today, the usually cold Imperial City once again bustled with life, even more crowded than the usual monthly imperial court meetings on the first of the month.

Officials from all over the country, leaders of various factions, heads of aristocratic clans, and their entourages and staff—a total of over ten thousand people—were gathered in the Great Harmony Square in front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony. This number didn’t even include the Imperial Guards maintaining order.

The most eye-catching were Zhang Wenda and Yuan Kaisheng, the two Great Grandmasters, surrounded by the largest crowds.

Next were a few regional governors led by Governor-general of Liangjiang Liu Kunyi, also commanding significant attention.

Not to mention numerous large and small Martial Arts Sects—too many to count.

Of all those standing there, not a single one was an ordinary person; even the weakest was at the stage of Organ Refining.

People of various statuses whispered to one another, while chants for “Opposition to the imperial system, support for constitutionalism” faintly echoed from outside the palace gates—an outcry of numerous civilians waving flags and banners in protest.

Someone scoffed: “Ordinary people are always so fanciful; as if Lord Lu could be swayed by a few slogans.”

“What do they know? This must be someone’s doing, stirring them up from behind.”

“Just watch how it unfolds. Adopting constitutionalism could benefit us greatly.”

As this was said, the crowd generally agreed.

If they were to follow the Western electoral system, they could surely become a member of parliament or a “representative of the people,” and with the votes they held, they might gain a share of the power.

Zhang Wenda, Yuan Kaisheng, and a few others with deep levels of cultivation twitched their ears, catching the conversation. A sly smile played on their lips, one of amusement that wasn’t quite a smile.

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As time passed, the expressions on people’s faces grew more solemn.

When 9 o’clock in the morning struck, a figure in white descended elegantly from the sky, landing on the platform of the Hall of Supreme Harmony—it was Lu Yao!

Among the tens of thousands present, only 300 had the qualification to stand up at the front and speak.

They lined up according to their strength and the size of their respective forces, bowing with fists clasped: “Greetings, Lord Lu!”

After they paid their respects, the tens of thousands behind them also greeted in unison: “We pay homage to Lord Lu!”

The shouts of nearly ten thousand martial artists soared to the heavens.

Flocks of birds took flight in alarm, and the voluntary or hired protesters outside the palace were also startled.

Lu Yao looked composed, and with a wave of his sleeve, although his voice was not loud, it clearly reached everyone’s ears, displaying his impressive cultivation:

“Thank you all for being here. Today’s assembly is to strategize on the future of Divine Land, and you may all speak your minds freely.”

For a moment, the hall fell utterly silent, with no one speaking out.

At this moment, many who had known Lu Yao for some time found the scene quite fantastical.

Such as the Prefectural Governor of Yunzhou—Wen Renliang, Lin Zhongqing of the Zhenhai Fleet, and Du Wenlan from the Jiangnan Manufacturing Bureau.

In just a few short years, Lu Yao had soared to great heights, and now he was speaking confidently in front of tens of thousands of martial artists.

“As the old saying goes, ‘A new generation replaces the old’, and ‘Talents emerge in every era to dominate for centuries’. The Child of Destiny… truly extraordinary!”

While countless people were having these thoughts, Lu Yao’s four women walked in gracefully.

Yu Yanmei and the three Liao Family Sisters stood tall and proud on either side of the imperial path, while Li Pei approached with a piece of paper in hand and presented it with both hands:

“My lord~ the tally is complete—invitations were sent out to 432 forces and individuals, with 29 failing to show up.”

Lu Yao took the paper, glanced at it indifferently, and said, “Those who did not come, exterminate them all.”

Li Pei bowed and complied, “As my lord commands.”

The couple was simply reporting on their work on stage, but it caused an uproar among the people below!

“Exterminate them all!? Isn’t that a bit excessive…”

“Just a word, and people are expected to travel thousands of miles to come here, and if they don’t, they’re to be exterminated. How could one be so cruel!”

“The mountain is high and the Emperor is far away; I’d like to see how this Lu plans to ‘exterminate them all’!”

Seeing the crowd in argument, Liao Ya’s brow furrowed, and she shouted fiercely, “Silence!”

Her shout was like a thunderclap that left those nearby reeling with buzzing heads. @@novelbin@@

The crowd gradually quieted down, staring at Lu Yao’s women with shock:

“One Organ Refining, three Innates… all four women are Grandmasters! What a tremendous amount of resources and effort this must have taken!”

The presence of Grandmasters is what distinguishes a force that can take the stage.

Many people suddenly realized—they couldn’t even deal with Lu Yao’s women, let alone him!

Some expressed envy and jealousy:

“The Liao Family Fist was originally just a small figure that didn’t make it to the big stage, but these sisters, blessed with good looks, have actually equaled decades of our arduous cultivation! It is absolutely infuriating!”

At this moment, countless people thought:

One family with four Grandmasters, and three Blood-Exchange Realm Spiritual Sparrowhawks! Those powers that relied on their remote locations and ignored Lord Lu’s orders, were certainly in for a disaster.

There were some who hated Lu Yao to the bone but still came to the assembly with pinched noses, feeling deeply relieved!

And there was a young man looking in the direction of the girl named Su Erya, with an obvious look of envy, saying:

“There’s another young one too! A 13-year-old who has completed Organ Refining!”

The young girl was helping maintain order with the Imperial Guards, standing out not just for her cultivation, but also for her looks.

At this time, Lu Yao spoke up again: “Since no one else will speak, then allow me to say a few words.”

The audience looked somber, listening intently.

Lu Yao continued: “It’s widely rumored that I wish to become Emperor. Many must have investigated and known that I have no interest in worldly power and authority and will certainly not ascend to the throne…”

As soon as these words came out, the crowd erupted with uncontained emotion, and countless faces showed the color of wild joy!

The Governor-general of Liangjiang Liu Kunyi even interrupted rudely:

“Lord Lu, are these words true?”

No sooner had he spoken than he answered his own question: “I apologize for my rudeness. The lord speaks in front of so many, surely there is no falsehood.”

At this moment, Governor Liu was indeed overjoyed, having never imagined that Lu Yao would actually take the bait!

The people protesting in the streets had been brought in by him!

Even when interrupted, Lu Yao showed no anger and looked at him smilingly, saying:

“Governor Liu seems to have insight. Guests who have traveled far deserve to speak first. Please, do share your views. Anyone with objections should also speak freely, as I will not be discourteous to a guest.”

Encouraged by the looks from his colleagues, Liu Kunyi said with restraint: “Then, I shall speak a few words.”

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