Footsteps echoed through the corridor outside the reception hall.
They were quick.
Almost hurried.
Moments later—
The doors opened.
Empress Sun Yaoqing entered the hall.
Despite her calm expression, there was a faint urgency in her steps.
The moment her eyes landed on Bai Zihan, she slowed down.
Then she walked forward and performed a respectful greeting.
"Young Master Bai!"
Her voice was steady.
There was no arrogance in her tone—only dignity and caution.
Bai Zihan looked at her calmly.
Then he nodded slightly.
"You've been doing a great job."
The words were not merely empty praise.
He had already learned quite a bit about what had happened within the Falling Star Empire during the past months.
After the sudden change in leadership (due to him), Sun Yaoqing had been doing a good job stabilizing the Empire and solidifying her position.
Despite the sudden transition of power, the Falling Star Empire had not descended into chaos.
