Diyi Jinglun offered no comment on Li Fan's pledge of undying loyalty.

"Go now. Prepare well for the inauguration ceremony. Ensure there are no mistakes," he said flatly, his attention never wavering from the documents spread across his desk.

Li Fan bowed and took his leave.

Returning to his temporary quarters, he summoned Gao Yuan.

"City Lord, you wished to see me?" Gao Yuan fawned, his head dipping in a series of shallow bows.

"The Immortal Alliance headquarters has issued its decree," Li Fan said, his tone as detached as Diyi Jinglun's had been. "I am to assume the post of Secretary-Envoy of the Administration Hall. From this day forward, you must address me correctly. Do not make a mistake."

Gao Yuan blinked, momentarily stunned. Before he could speak, Li Fan continued....