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The iron hooves fell swiftly, and the Xuanjia Army unique to the Duke Mansion in Xiyi City had already arrived. Emperor Qin went on tour, heading for the Duke Mansion, with the scouts of the Xuanjia Army having long passed this information back.
Inside Xiyi City, upon hearing that Emperor Qin and the Duke were returning together, ripples stirred incessantly in the hearts of the officials at every level, as if a heavy stone was pressing down inside them.
The Duke had not reported to the Capital City for three years, leaving the officials with whispers of doubt in their hearts. Now, with Emperor Qin and the Duke returning together, some couldn't help but wonder whether the Lord Duke might accompany His Majesty back to the Capital City.
