The Magician of Cultivation

After about a quarter of an hour, Prince Lu Xue, Wu Guizhi and Ernst returned to the conference room.

"My brother has agreed to your proposal. The Warcraft Corps will be managed by the parliamentary system."

Prince Lu Xue's voice was filled with excitement, and he said excitedly: "However, the specific plan still needs to be discussed with several ministers, and there will be a result tomorrow at the latest."

"Also, my brother has another imperial decree. Eunuch An, you come and announce it."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Ernst's fair face was full of smiles, and he said in a sharp voice: "His Majesty has decreed that the sixth-level dragon turtle be named the 'Qixia King', and the territory is the Qixia Mountains. In addition..."

He looked at Li Yu and continued, "Mage Li Yu has made great contributions in the 'beast tide' in the imperial city this time. I hereby confer the title of 'Duke of the Protectorate' on him. From now on, Li Yu, you will be the Duke of the State."

"Protector of the Kingdom?"

Kong Ci Ling, Liu Qiming and Sima He were slightly stunned, but they could understand it after thinking about it.

Although Li Yu is young, his performance in the beast tide is too brilliant.

He single-handedly defeated the fifth-level Eagle King, Lion King and Python King, and killed the Eagle King and more than a dozen fourth-level monsters, eventually stopping the "beast tide" and protecting countless people in the Royal City from disaster.

After the war, he disregarded his personal safety and went deep into the Qixia Mountains to reach an alliance with the sixth-level dragon turtle.

These achievements are enough to make him a king and a prime minister. What's more, he has the strength of a great magician and will be given the best treatment in any kingdom.

"My Lord, the imperial edict will soon spread throughout the kingdom."

Ernst bowed respectfully and smiled a little flatteringly.

He was a smart man, and although His Majesty had granted him the title of 9000 Years Old in gratitude for his many life-saving grace, he never took advantage of the favor to become arrogant, always abided by his duties, and kept his distance from the courtiers and the royal family.

Ernst is very clear about his own positioning.

He was just a slave with no background or power, and could not be compared with Prince Lu Xue, the Duke, the Marshal and other powerful people in the kingdom.

Although the Great Martial Master is also the pinnacle of the kingdom's combat power, he cannot be compared with the Great Magician.

The great warriors were strong in their personal combat power, while the great magicians could attract countless great warriors to come to the kingdom. After all, the professional skills of the magician were what every powerful fighter needed.

Ernst has served the Emperor for many years and knows what His Majesty is thinking.

As long as Li Yu is willing to be tied to the Li Dynasty, he will do so no matter what the cost.

Thinking of this, Ernst coughed dryly and continued:

"Your Majesty proposes that the Duke of Protector of the Nation also serve as the Speaker of the Council. This way, the Warcraft Corps will have three Speakers of the Council, and there will be no need for a veto. As long as there are controversial proposals, the three parties will decide by voting."

"Your Majesty is so tall!"

"My brother is farsighted, his vision and intelligence far surpass mine."

Li Luxue and others were all moved, and even Li Yu was full of admiration.

Although His Majesty the Emperor conferred the title of 'King of Qixia' on the Dragon Turtle, he could not fully trust the demon beasts of Qixia Mountain.

There was no communication or basis for trust between Qixia Mountain and Xueyanguo.

Both sides are worried that their interests will be seized by the other side, and both want to have a greater say after the alliance.

However, the Speaker's veto power leaves no room for maneuver. As long as one party uses this power, the other party will definitely feel resentful.

Once a crack exists, it will continue to expand.

It is very likely that the already fragile alliance will break down, and it may even lead to a war.

It is because of these considerations that His Majesty the Emperor brought him along.

Li Yu and Baxia Chun are contractual partners, and he and Princess Hongyu are sworn brothers, so they can serve as a bridge for communication between the two sides.

And when the interests of both parties are involved, he can make the right choice from a relatively fair perspective.

"In such a short time, he was able to think deeply. His Majesty the Emperor of Xueyan is no ordinary person."

Li Yu naturally understood the emperor's thoughts, and did not refuse the title of "Duke of the Protectorate".

Firstly, it can reassure His Majesty the Emperor and make the alliance between the two sides go more smoothly.

In addition, he has a close relationship with Xueyan Kingdom, and his relatives and friends are all from the kingdom. Even if he does not accept the reward, he cannot stay out of trouble when the kingdom is in danger.

"Thank you for your trust and kindness, Your Majesty. I will do my best to work for the development of the kingdom."

Li Yu's voice was very soft, but his words made everyone look happy.

What they were most worried about was that Li Yu didn't want to be too closely tied to the kingdom.

His future is destined to soar and he will develop in a big country like the Huoyan Empire. By then, the small Xueyan Kingdom will only be a waste of his energy.

"Greetings, His Excellency the Duke!"

Sima He had the lowest status and strength, but he was the first to react.

He saluted Li Yu respectfully, his eyes full of respect.

"Your Excellency the Duke!"

"Lord Protector of the Country!"

Li Luxue, Ernst, and Wu Guizhi clasped their fists at the same time, and even Kong Ci Ling and Liu Qiming smiled and performed the magic salute.

"Everyone, you..."

Li Yu was overwhelmed and quickly made an excuse: "Since everything has been discussed, I can't help you with anything else, so I'll take my leave."

"Oh, by the way, let's go to Qixia Mountain together in three days."

He walked to the door of the meeting room, turned back to say something, and then disappeared as if escaping.

"Hahaha......"

It was not until he completely disappeared that Li Luxue and Wu Guizhi looked at each other and laughed.

Although the others didn't laugh out loud, they couldn't hide the smiles on their faces.

"Lu Xue, learn more from your brother when you have nothing to do."

Kong Ci Ling's voice was hoarse, but anyone could hear the ease and joy in his tone.

"No, Master Kong, please spare me!"

Li Luxue curled her lips.

He both admired and despised his elder brother.

I admire his far-sightedness, but I despise the fact that he always lives with a mask and cannot open his heart to anyone.

"Alas, don't blame your majesty."

Seeing his expression, Liu Qiming sighed.

"Neighboring countries like Guyue and Jin have several great martial artists among their new generation. And I heard that Xiao Zhien from Guyue has already reached the half-step martial king realm. You can imagine how much pressure His Majesty the Emperor is under."

"There are very few fifth-level forces in our kingdom. There is only one great martial artist at the peak level, Tan Lang, and he doesn't obey orders. There is no great magician at all."

Marshal Wu Guizhi also shook his head and sighed, his eyes sparkling, "Fortunately, we have the Duke of Protectorate now. Such a young magician has a great chance of becoming a wizard in the future."

His voice could not help but get louder. "Moreover, Song Chonglou has also broken through to become a great martial artist and joined the military. I will personally teach him."

"Song Chonglou has made a breakthrough?"

Sima He's eyes were full of disbelief.