Zhao Yan's phone call came early in the morning, full of excitement, "Mr. Xiao, I have good news."

Rarely hearing such excitement in her voice, Xiao Mu found himself infected by her enthusiasm. "Did you find it?" He asked right away.

Zhao Yan responded with a playful smile, "Can you guess whose Imperial Edict we found?"

Xiao Mu could not figure it out despite guessing several names; all were incorrect.

In the end, Zhao Yan revealed the answer, "It's the Imperial Edict of Emperor Taizong of Tang ennobling Lingyan Pavilion."

'The Imperial Edict of Emperor Taizong of Tang ennobling Lingyan Pavilion!'

Even though he was prepared, Xiao Mu couldn't help but feel shocked.

This news was too astonishing!

As an Order Edict, over the course of thousands of years of history, this is unquestionably a Major Edict.

Although it could not be compared with Qin Shi Huang's edict for building the Great Wall or Sui Yangdi's decree to dig the Grand Canal, it can certainly be included in the list of great decisions made over thousands of years.

"Mr. Xiao, I think, your abilities seem to be related to enfeoffment. You see this edict, Emperor Taizong of Tang ennobling Lingyan Pavilion, this is one of the most important ennoblements in history..." Zhao Yan continued before Xiao Mu had time to recover from his shock.

"!!!"

Xiao Mu hadn't realized this, but now that Zhao Yan had pointed it out, he was shaken to his core.

The word 'Order' carries the meaning of something beautiful.

An 'Order Edict' is a positive Edict, opposite of a Kill Order.

As for Xiao Mu, the importance of a Major Order was self-evident. After the World Mutation, the strength of such an Edict would undoubtedly increase.

If he could get his hands on Qin Shi Huang's edict for building the Great Wall, the boost in the power of the Edict was almost unimaginable.

However, building the Great Wall was building the Great Wall, and what he was currently practicing was the 'God Sealing Technique of the Heavenly Emperor.'

Since it was the 'God Sealing Technique,' it had to be related to enfeoffments.

Judging from the perspective of enfeoffment alone, the edict of Emperor Taizong of Tang ennobling Lingyan Pavilion certainly outstrips that of Qin Shi Huang building the Great Wall.

Of course, this did not mean that the ennoblement of Lingyan Pavilion was more important than the edict of building the Great Wall. Quite the contrary, the edict of ennobling Lingyan Pavilion definitely could not compare to the one of building the Great Wall.

However, regarding the aspect of enfeoffment alone, the edict of Lingyan Pavilion definitely exceeded the one of the Great Wall.

Apart from this, if he could get Jiang Ziya's Edict of Enthronement of Gods…

Of course, that's mythology. Whether it actually exists or not is another matter. If it did exist and Xiao Mu could get his hands on it, its value would be far above the Edict of Emperor Taizong of Tang ennobling Lingyan Pavilion.

That being said, it was after all just a myth.

Being able to get the edict of Emperor Taizong of Tang ennobling Lingyan Pavilion was already more than satisfying for Xiao Mu.

"Thank you, Zhao Yan."

Xiao Mu gratefully said, his heart filled with gratitude.

"Mr. Xiao, aren't you going to ask how much this edict costs?"

Zhao Yan suddenly inquired with a playful grin.

Xiao Mu was speechless, unsure of what to say.

As for the cost of Emperor Taizong of Tang's declaration to ennoble Lingyan Pavilion, he did not dare to estimate its value just as a historical piece and a cultural relic without even considering its status as a national treasure.

In general, no matter how much it was worth, he felt he wouldn't be able to afford it unless he used the Seal of the Heavenly Emperor as collateral. Even if he sold himself, he probably wouldn't have enough money.

"Lol!"

Zhao Yan laughed, clearly aware of Xiao Mu's embarrassment, "Mr. Xiao, the asking price for this edict is a total of 130 million."

Xiao Mu was utterly incapable of responding. Despite being prepared, he hadn't anticipated that the price of this edict would be so high.

130 million!

Taking into consideration the significance and value of this edict, Xiao Mu felt that this price was actually too low.

Perhaps it was related to the World Mutation and the current chaotic world, antiques were not as valuable as they used to be.

What was valuable now were books that could mutate and objects that could mutate into various treasures.

"Zhao Yan, I'm counting on you!"

Xiao Mu solemnly asked for approval.

Given the exorbitant value of the object, the only friend who could help him at this point was Zhao Yan.

Otherwise, he would have to wait and figure out a way to earn the money himself.

If he was to rely on his own ability to accumulate 130 million, it would likely take an extremely long time, by which point the Imperial Edict might already have been purchased by someone else.

"I will help you buy it," Zhao Yan said.

She suddenly smiled mysteriously, "Just one thing though, Mr. Xiao...have you considered how much you will owe me after buying this Imperial Edict?"

"This…"

Xiao Mu was rendered speechless.

After buying the Imperial Edict, combined with the previous cost of the top-grade jade, he would owe Zhao Yan over 170 million, bringing his debt near to 200 million.

"Mr. Xiao, have you considered that it is not easy for me to amass such a large sum either? Our relationship is just that of comrades. What happens if you can't repay me in the future?"

Zhao Yan smiled and asked him once again.

His face turned red when he heard her question.

Her concern was reasonable.

Anyone would worry if they were to suddenly lend out nearly 200 million.

Not to mention, his repayment was indefinitely postponed.

The amount was simply too large, not something that could be repaid in a short time.

"Mr. Xiao, this is only the Imperial Edict you need now. There's still the Kill Order forthcoming, and possibly other things after that," she noted.

"Everything added together may cost 500 million, perhaps even a billion..."

From the other end of the phone, Zhao Yan continued, chuckling, "You're spending so much money. At this rate, I fear I'm going to go bankrupt."

"So, Mr. Xiao, can you give me a compelling reason to invest in you? Pour out all my wealth for you, and what would I gain in the end?"

"Mr. Xiao, can you tell me?"

Xiao Mu fell silent.

Zhao Yan was right. With the way he was spending money, she might very soon go bankrupt. Why should she invest all of her fortune into a stranger?

This favor was huge.

It was not just about a slim chance of him becoming the Heavenly Emperor. Even if he really became the Heavenly Emperor, the heavy investment during his meager times was way too significant.

It was so substantial that even if he became the Heavenly Emperor, it would still be hard to pay back.

Consider this, becoming the Heavenly Emperor with the Emperor's Seal, the Imperial Edict, and all other symbols of the emperor's identity purchased by someone else. What enormous karma would follow?

"Ahem!"

After a lot of thinking, Xiao Mu could only think of one way to repay her.

This method made him blush and feel awkward. He coughed to hide his embarrassment and hesitantly spoke, "If I were to become emperor, I would make you my empress!"

There was sudden silence on the other end of the call, lasting for a while.

Zhao Yan seemed to be embarrassed by his words, and after a long period, she muttered "Shameless!" before hanging up the phone.

Hearing the busy tone on the phone, Xiao Mu froze and immediately started to worry.

Did he upset her?

Did his joke go too far, making her angry?

Would she still help him buy the Imperial Edict?

He couldn't help but let his thoughts run wild.

Just as he was fretting, his cell phone screen lit up, indicating an incoming message.

Xiao Mu quickly unlocked his screen only to find a text message from Zhao Yan, it contained only four words:

Sovereigns don't jest!

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