In an empire adjacent to both Shenfeng and Hongyue, court was in session. The emperor sat on a draconic throne as he eyed his officials before him. One official had been designated as the emperor's representative and was leading a discussion.0

"Is anyone unaware of the enmity between Shenfeng and Hongyue?" the official asked.0

"Prime Minister, all of us are aware of the feuds between these two neighboring empires. Not long ago, Yuan Wudi and Tu Jiuniang attacked Shenfeng's capital and fled in disgrace. News of that fight has spread far and wide."0

"I even heard that Dazheng, Shenfeng's ally, is even more impressive. Its capital was besieged by a horde of zombies, including seven Boundless Immortal zombie kings, and yet it still survived unscathed! I can hardly believe it."0

"Dazheng became known around the world for having taken down the divine empire of Dayin; now, its reputation will only be enhanced."0

"The rising star of the south is Shenfeng, and that in the east is Dazheng. The two empires have allied despite being half the continent away. It really is remarkable."1

The officials made their points all at once. They were all shocked by the...0