Chapter 339 Time flies Ⅱ

　　On the afternoon of the fifteenth day of September, the emperor's imperial edict finally arrived at Shihu Village, and it was Empress Sun Xiuning herself who delivered it.　　The edict contained not only the original rewards but also the crown, robes, belt, and shoes symbolizing the lord of Baitang City, along with the great seal of the city lord. Additionally, Zhou Ge's two wives were rewarded with brocade, jade, and other precious items.　　After receiving the edict, accepting the title, and collecting the rewards, Zhou Ge hosted Empress Sun Xiuning with the etiquette reserved for the emperor and his subjects.　　Empress Sun Xiuning didn't come alone; she was accompanied by a thousand soldiers and a thousand craftsmen. The craftsmen stayed in Baitang City, while the soldiers had to return intact. Zhou Ge was generous and ordered a feast for the soldiers until their departure.　　Empress Sun Xiuning stayed in Shihu Village for three days, allowing the soldiers to camp and rest outside the village for three days before returning. Before leaving, she inform