Establishing the Capital in Chang'an

The ceremonial procession returned to the Palace of Qin, with the common folk following along.

Lily Evans looked up at the familiar residence, now adorned with a plaque reading 'Palace of Qin,' and couldn't help but smile.

Last time she was here, this place was still the Magistrate's Mansion. She had found a guide to enter the city and suffered great humiliation within these walls.

After venting to her husband and returning, she came as the Queen Consort, welcomed by cheering crowds, and the Magistrate's Mansion had become the Palace of Qin.

As for those who bullied, scorned, and insulted her—Justin Zhao had lost his head and met his end, while Nina Zhao, the nineteenth concubine, was dumped in a manure bucket and cast out to the countryside.

But Lily? She strode in grandly, dressed in the Queen of Qin's ceremonial robes, greeted by the admiration and love of the people, entering the city in glory and taking her place in the Palace of Qin.

Lily glanced at Alexander Hayes, who was carrying their son Charles, and gave him a sweet smile.

Who could blame her for marrying a man with boundless power who adored his wife above all else!

That's fate.

Standing at the Palace of Qin's grand entrance, Alexander Hayes held Charles in his arms and declared to the crowd, "From now on, Anchester belongs to your king. And this city—I'm giving it a new name!"

Alexander Hayes knew Lily Evans loved Charles Hayes deeply, and blamed himself for his son's premature birth and illness. So, he renamed the city as a way to please Lily.

Lily instantly understood and accepted the surprise, whispering, "Of course I'm happy. Extremely happy."

Seeing his beloved wife smile, Alexander Hayes was overjoyed.

Then King Alexander Hayes, Queen Lily Evans, and Prince Charles Hayes entered the Palace of Qin. The people gathered at the palace gates, reluctant to leave. To celebrate, Lily ordered coins to be handed out at the gates—just a copper piece each, but the gesture won the people's hearts. They all said the new royal couple was generous and kind—far better than the old Zhao magistrates!

After years of suffering, hope was rising in the hearts of the people. They prayed that the new King and Queen would truly care for them and that the citizens of Charleston would no longer live in hardship.

Lily settled into her prepared chambers. As she finished making the bed, suddenly, strong arms wrapped around her waist from behind and a deep masculine voice whispered hotly in her ear, "Lily, give me another baby..."

Lily's face flushed instantly. She spun around and glared at Alexander Hayes, feigning annoyance. "You're shameless!" she hissed, but her eyes sparkled with affection.

Alexander Hayes grinned, his arms tightening around her. "I'm only shameless with you, my queen."

Charles Hayes, nestled in his cradle nearby, babbled happily, as if blessing his parents with laughter.

Lily Evans leaned into Alexander's embrace, feeling the warmth of family and the promise of a new future in Charleston.

Outside, the citizens of Charleston celebrated late into the night, their laughter echoing through the streets.

The Palace of Qin glowed with lanterns, a beacon of hope for the entire kingdom.

For Lily Evans, this was more than a new city—it was the beginning of a legacy.

Hand in hand, Alexander Hayes and Lily Evans looked out over Charleston, ready to face whatever came next—together.

The future of the Kingdom of Qin shone bright, filled with hope, love, and endless possibilities.

End of Chapter 2167.