Upon arriving at the imperial court, I did not kneel to pay my respects, opting instead to offer a simple bow to the Emperor. Although many present were clearly displeased, I feigned ignorance. Besides, I had come to present gifts, and they weren't about to make things too difficult for me.
After the formalities, I announced that our city would be officially completed in two months. I stated that we would be holding a grand founding ceremony and that I had come specifically to report this to the dynasty and invite the court officials to attend.
Having received so many gifts from me, the old Emperor quickly replied, "In a few days, I shall dispatch a protocol officer to observe the founding ceremony of Yunxiu City. I have received the gifts, but I hope you, my young nephew, can provide some guidance on how to cultivate the grain you spoke of."
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