Feiyun shook his head and smiled: “One might think that he’s refusing after hearing that, but I believe that he is sincere.”

“Sincere? Are you crazy?” You Zilin responded.

Feiyun shook his head and said: “Of course not. Let me ask you a question, can a half-demon become a domain lord?”

“You’re one right now, Your Excellency.” Zilin retorted.

“Then why do you think he made me a domain lord?” Feiyun asked.

“Because you helped him find that saint fossil.” Zilin answered.

“Someone like him had many choices for rewards, so why the title bestowment? Remember, a domain lord is a member of the dynasty’s inner circle, a prestigious status akin to a noble.” Feiyun shook his head again in response.

“A half-demon shouldn’t be able to join this...