After the founding of the Great Xia, Haojing City, the Dragon-Supported Land of the Four Dynasties, remained the capital.
The division of the imperial palace saw some subtle changes.
The places in Daqian where the Empress, Empress Dowager, and even the Grand Empress Dowager once resided were all demolished, and rebuilt by skilled artisans proficient in Magic.
Zhang Jian took this opportunity to move the foundation of the Yellow Court Blessed Land, integrating it into the Imperial Court, firstly to suppress Destiny, and secondly to prepare for the cultivation of Princes and Consorts.
Since his path was as an Ancient Saint King, the Dragon Qi Prohibitions on Palace Consorts and even Courtiers were gradually lifted.
The gradually evolving Yellow Court Realm, turning into a Grotto Heaven, was an excellent place for cultivation.
It could also seize the Destiny of Daqian!
However, the things inside the Zhang Family Residence were left untouched, managed by Zhang Fu.
This included the jujube tree that had transformed into a Spirit Tree.
...
In the depths of the Palace of the Imperial Harem, Bai Liying swept her eyes over the grand palace inside and out, her bright eyes reflecting a subtlety that remained even a day later, with some ripples deep within.
No matter how she looked, she never expected Zhang Jian to achieve so much.
Not only did he attain the Primordial Spirit in a short time, but also changed the heavens and the earth, ascending to the throne as Emperor.
Beside her was Bai Nu.
Bai Nu gazed at the vast palace before them; it was the West Palace, and Bai Liying’s enfeoffment had already been settled.
At the founding of Great Xia, there would be two Empresses: the Empress of the Central Palace, Madam Qi, and the Empress of the West Palace, Bai Liying.
The two palaces stood side by side, with the Empress of the Central Palace presiding over the affairs of the Six Palaces, while the Empress of the West Palace was also the legitimate wife, but retained a unique freedom and high autonomy.
Bai Liying had no objection to this division of power. Though enfeoffed as the Empress of the West Palace, she still wished to focus solely on the Dao, uninterested in mundane matters.
"Daughter, do you still wish to return to the True Dragon Daoist School?"
Bai Nu looked at Bai Liying, his eyes filled with a hint of inquiry.
Hearing this, Bai Liying pondered for a moment, then shook her head slightly.
"Father, my Dao Practice has reached the Peak of Divination, the next step is perfecting Magical Power and striving to condense a Golden Core, so I plan to temporarily stay in Haojing City!"
Expectation shone in Bai Liying’s eyes.
Condensing a Golden Core not only brings a great change in one’s Magical Power, Magic, and even longevity in Divine Techniques.
She was initially worried about not being able to condense a Superior Golden Core, but now, being enfeoffed as the Empress of the West Palace, and with a Primordial Spirit Master’s guidance, condensing a Superior Golden Core should not be a problem.
Bai Nu nodded slightly.
"With Your Majesty personally guiding you, condensing a Superior Golden Core should be no problem, but have you considered staying in the Imperial Court permanently..."
Bai Nu glanced at Bai Liying, pausing slightly.
He had spoken with Zhang Jian in depth; if Zhang Jian was to follow the Ancient Saint King’s Dao, he would naturally be opening a Saint King’s Dynasty, which certainly would accommodate more than just ordinary people; Cultivators would naturally be included as well.
Great Xia would cultivate its own Cultivators, forming a Saint King’s Family.
If Bai Liying stayed, as the Empress of the West Palace, she would surely get the maximum benefit during resource allocation.
After all, the other Empress in the two palaces did not practice cultivation.
Bai Liying, who walked the Longevity Immortal Dao and Divine Dao, indeed had a significant advantage.
Bai Liying sighed and shook her head: "Your Majesty has His Majesty’s path, and daughter has her own path to follow. Compared to the Imperial Palace, daughter prefers the freedom and expansiveness of the great rivers and lakes!"
"You..."
Hearing this, Bai Nu sighed inwardly, a bit helpless.
But he also understood Bai Liying’s nature, always a free spirit; even after transforming, she hadn’t changed her nature.
Persisting in her Dao Heart amidst such opportunities and Creations was indeed a good thing.
Bai Liying then focused her gaze on Bai Nu and asked.
"Father, has your Dao Practice fully recovered? You are on the verge of transforming into a Dragon; how confident are you?"
Bai Nu’s eyes were calm as he smiled: "Before the founding of the nation, your father had less than a thirty percent chance, but now at least sixty percent!"
While cultivating in the Dragon Vein, benefiting from the Supreme Treasure Red Dragon Pearl, he had gained immensely, not only recovering his injuries, but also cleansing his bloodline, causing his bloodline concentration and even his Flood Dragon Fate to transform anew.
Now further supported by the national fortune, suppressing Heart Demons, the conditions for overcoming tribulation were perfect, and with the protection of the Great Xia Emperor, his chances greatly increased.
Bai Liying was genuinely happy for Bai Nu at these words.
After practicing cultivation for thousands of years, finally having the opportunity to transform into a dragon was the long-cherished wish of all Flood Dragons.
With the support of Great Xia’s national fortune, if Bai Nu succeeded in transforming into a dragon, he might even awaken a slightly stronger Dragon Race bloodline and True Dragon Fate.
If Bai Nu’s strength broke through sooner, it would help him establish a foothold and achieve something significant in Great Xia!
Father and daughter had a heartfelt conversation, and it was at that moment that their footsteps paused as they noticed a robust young man pacing outside the palace, somewhat hesitant.
The young man was tall, with a faint sword scar at the edge of his eye, radiating a fierce aura, with thick brows and big eyes.
His Dao Practice wasn’t high, just in the Late Stage of Divination Foundation Establishment.
Seeing this youth, Bai Liying immediately felt something in her heart.
Bai Nu observed and smiled.
"He is Yi’Er!"
At this moment, Zhang Yi also saw Bai Liying, his expression complex.
...
Meanwhile, as Bai Liying and her son reunited.
In Fengzhi Palace, Qi Yuhua was reunited with her daughter.
At the founding of Great Xia, the elders of the Guangling Immortal Sect were also among the invitees, particularly True Monarch Yu Xiao and his disciple.
After eight years apart, Zhang Chang’an had grown into a young lady, tall and with delicate features, exuding a quirky and spirited aura.
After eight years apart, the mother and daughter had endless things to talk about.
"Chang’an, if possible, why not stay in Haojing City this time? Your father is also a Primordial Spirit Grand Master, with his guidance, it shouldn’t be worse than your master!"
In the palace, Qi Yuhua held Zhang Chang’an’s hand, her eyes full of reluctance.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Chang’an hesitated, as she had just attained Magical Power. Although True Monarch Yu Xiao allowed her to return, she couldn’t stay long; he had other trials arranged for her, and she promised him, unwilling to go back on it.
She immediately looked to Zhang Zhao for assistance.
Zhang Zhao noticed and replied helplessly: "Mother, didn’t you prepare Chang’an’s favorite crispy meat? How could you forget?"
Qi Yuhua realized, and quickly instructed Yu Yao and Qu Lian to prepare it; she glanced at Zhang Zhao, knowing full well Zhang Chang’an’s dilemma.
Qi Yuhua didn’t want Zhang Chang’an to feel too troubled.
At almost the same time, the official edicts of the coronation were delivered to Hanyuan Hall.
"Madam Qi is enfeoffed as the Empress of the Central Palace, and Qi Yuansi, Grand General of the Imperial Guard, is enfeoffed as the imperial father-in-law and promoted to Duke Dingguo!"
"The eldest imperial daughter is enfeoffed as Princess Anping!"
"Madam Bai is enfeoffed as the Empress of the West Palace, and the eldest imperial son Zhang Yi as Prince Nan’an!"