Mia held up the Five Grains Token and surveyed the surroundings. "All soldiers, hear my order! Jue Huang Si Te • Madi and Jue Huang Si Te • Jack attempted rebellion, challenging authority. They have been subdued. I now declare them sentenced to life imprisonment in the ice prison!"
"As for those who participated in this rebellion, I know you were merely following orders. In the name of the Light God, I decree that your death sentences are commuted, but your crimes cannot escape punishment. Your military pay will be reduced for three months, effective immediately!"
The soldiers, whose hearts had been pounding, finally relaxed. They prostrated themselves in joy, shouting, "Thank you, Emperor Jue the Second, for your grace! ... Thank you, Emperor Jue the Second, for your grace! ..."
Mia pointed at Jack, who was still trembling where he stood. "Guards! Take Madi and Jack to the ice prison. They are forbidden to be visited for life!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Immediately, someone brought handcuffs and shackles, fitting them onto the unconscious Madi and the struggling Jack, who was attempting to escape.
Jack thrashed wildly, roaring, "You can't arrest me! Do you know who I am? I am Jack, the second prince of Jue Huang Si Te! You! ... You scoundrels ... Don't let me out, or I will make you commoners personally taste the bitter consequences... Aaargh!!"
No matter how hard he struggled and threw a tantrum, he was still taken away by the disciplined soldiers.
Mia gave Uncle Long a look. Uncle Long said to the remaining martial warrior soldiers, "Alright, everyone is tired. You may disperse."
"Yes!"
Once everyone had dispersed, Mia's shoulders, burdened by heavy responsibility, finally relaxed. She gasped for air, taking a deep breath. "It's finally over. Thank you, Mr. Ming."
Ming Zhi Tian nodded. "It is what I should do."
Suddenly, he sensed a lurking danger, and a fierce wind swept through!
Ming Zhi Tian's brow furrowed. "Hmm? A powerful enemy is approaching."
"What?!" Uncle Long, Jues, and Mia were all shocked!
Ming Zhi Tian closed his eyes, sensing the surroundings. "My estimation... it's infinitely close to the Beidou Divine Ability."
"!!"
Sweat trickled down Uncle Long's face, and he stammered, "That... isn't that almost on par with Mr. Ming?"
Ming Zhi Tian nodded. "You could say that."
Mia thought of something and suddenly became joyful. "Could it be that Grandfather has emerged from seclusion early?"
As soon as she finished speaking, a resonant and powerful voice echoed from the sky. "Which God of Martial Arts has graced our nation? You bring immense honor to the Bu Gu Luosi family!"
The voice had barely faded when the person arrived. A white-haired old man in yellow robes leaped into the air and landed steadily on his feet, his posture as strong and vigorous as any young martial artist. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
"You are..." Ming Zhi Tian remained vigilant.
"Grandfather!" Mia pounced forward and hugged the old man affectionately.
The old man smiled and stroked her small head. "Mia, you've grown taller."
The two soon separated. The old man looked at Ming Zhi Tian, his initial reaction being shock. He thought, *I actually cannot see through this person's cultivation?*
He then praised, "I never expected you, so young, to possess such profound abilities. I, an elder, am in awe, truly in awe."
"I am Bu Gu Luosi • Jue Huang Si Te • Xue Bi Luo. May I ask the esteemed master your name..."
"Ming Zhi Tian."
Xue Bi Luo extended his hand, smiling like a gentleman. "Thank you, Mr. Ming, for saving my granddaughter Mia. This is not a place for conversation. Please accompany me to the Wine Guest Inn."
They arrived at a luxurious yet ancient-looking tavern. Xue Bi Luo produced a classical and rare key and opened the door.
Mia whispered to Ming Zhi Tian, "You're in for a treat. This is my grandfather's paradise."
Ming Zhi Tian asked, puzzled, "What do you mean?"
Xue Bi Luo looked at them. "Mia, what secret whispers are you sharing with Mr. Ming? Tell grandfather too."
Mia's pretty face immediately turned red. "What are you talking about... Grandfather, you're teasing..."
Xue Bi Luo chuckled and pushed the door open. "Mr. Ming, please."
Ming Zhi Tian politely replied, "Please."
A rich aroma of wine wafted towards them, refreshing the soul. This was a paradise for wine lovers, a treasure for the wealthy.