Li Qiye directly rested his feet on the great table. He made himself comfortable before looking at the people below.

“Oh? Is everyone here to study the mysteries of Nine-linked Mountains?” Li Qiye said with a smile.

“The changing of the lakes is a rare opportunity, so we can’t miss it.” Jianyao said: “Your Majesty, you’re also here for the lakes?” 

Her attitude had a subtle change. During her first visit, she also referred to him as “His Majesty”, this eventually changed to “Young Noble Li”, then “Sir”, before ending with “His Majesty” once more.

Just her address alone indicated the continuous shift in her impression of him.

“The fortunes and mysteries here at the nine lakes aren’t worth mentioning, at least for me.” He...