The imperial guard in shiny armor lined up on both sides, leading directly to the red carpeted path at the entrance of the grand hall, welcoming Bai Qingyan's carriage.
Wherever the carriage reached, soldiers greeted it by kneeling on one knee, their armor clinking in unison, creating a remarkably grand aura.
Below the grand hall, Prime Minister Lu and other court ministers arranged themselves on either side of the red carpet, hearing the ceremonial music begin, adjusting their formal attire and crowns, following Prime Minister Lu forward with a few steps, facing Wude Gate, preparing to welcome the Empress of Zhou.
Inside Wude Gate, the sounds of drums and trumpets shook the hearts, behind the great drums stood the Bai family army, holding high the black flag with the white python emblem, soldiers' expressions solemn, filled with murderous aura, truly formidable war lions.
