The sky was vast and clear, with the sun shining perfectly.
Reflected on the golden bricks of the hall, a white robe lacks creases or folds, and a man's jet-black long hair is meticulously groomed. Earlier this morning, the hair was personally soaked, washed, and combed by Eying with soapberry water, then scraped several times with a fine-toothed comb to remove lice, each strand neatly gathered under a White Jade Crown. A faint blue stubble was also carefully shaved clean from his face.
He accepted the Jade Axis Imperial Decree and received the treasure.
"Clang."
Banners fluttered and trembled, as everyone held their breath again in staggered surprise. Before exchanging glances, the eunuch bearing the seal presented a tray containing the ivory axis of the Imperial Decree.
The Prime Minister slowly unfurled it, then sang on the heavenly steps as the commotion faded. Everyone bowed their heads once more.
"By the command of the Emperor, it is proclaimed:
