Martial Cultivator Chapter 390.1: Passing the Torch - Part 1

The Great General had met Chen Chao, and the day for leaving the Divine Capital had already been set. After submitting the report to His Majesty the Emperor, the entire Divine Capital immediately began preparations for the departure ceremony for this Great General. As Chen Chao had said, when the Great General left the Divine Capital, everyone in Great Liang, from the Emperor to the officials in the court and the common people of the Divine Capital, regardless of their thoughts about the Great General, had to express utmost respect.

However, before the appointed day arrived for the Great General to truly leave, many officials in the Divine Capital still wished to meet this Great General. Unfortunately, the invitations sent to the Great General's mansion were like drops in the ocean; without any response. Everyone understood the Great General's stance, and although some were unwilling to accept it, they ultimately accepted it.

On the day of departure, early in the morning, officials from the Ministry of Rites arrived at the Great General's mansion carrying a box. After a light knock on the door and explaining their purpose, the old steward did not stop them. He allowed the officials from the Ministry of Rites to carry the item inside. In the courtyard, the Great General sat in his reclining chair, gazing at the misty sky.

"Great General, this lowly official is here on behalf of His Majesty to present you with an official robe."

The one who spoke was a slender middle-aged official speaking. He was none other than Du Qianshan, the Minister of Rites. This top official of the Ministry of Rites originally did not want to personally handle such a trivial matter, but the imperial decree was clear, and he could not disobey.

The Great General glanced at him and said, "Thank you for your hard work, Lord Du."

Du Qianshan nodded slightly and stepped aside without saying much.

The old steward waved his hand, and immediately, several servants from the Great General's mansion approached. They opened the box and took out the

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