Chapter 290: Clearance

The Emperor continued on to say, "As the head seer said other creatures cannot share the same sky as the dragon and the phoenix. While the practice of a full harem may have been alright with other Emperors, yesterday was a clear sign that it cannot be the case for my rule. And so, for the sake of the prosperity of the nation, I shall adhere to the will of the heavens and the harem will be cleared out today -"

Prime minister Zhao frowned, "Your majesty, this is -!" 

"Silence!" The Emperor ordered, glaring down at Prime minister Zhao and then he continued, "The records will be amended today to accord them all the statuses of titular Princesses and they will be given the respect and all that comes with that new status. And within the next three days they shall be relocated to the Imperial residences outside the palace. Alternatively, they may return to their family home if they choos-"