85: Emperor Gaozong Sent Xue Li According to His Promise

The temple satisfied the Heaven-Defying Taoist greatly, and the incense was certainly thriving; anyone on duty in the palace was expected to offer incense.

The Heaven-Defying Taoist looked on contentedly and said, "Not bad, not bad! His Majesty has gone to great lengths."

But Li Zhi replied with cupped hands, "Taoist Master is too kind, and in the future, your assistance will still be indispensable."

Li Zhi was indeed astute, but the Heaven-Defying Taoist didn't call him out on it. Instead, he chuckled, "Hehe! This poor Taoist will now absorb the Incense Willpower. Your Majesty, please return for now. After I have refined the Incense Willpower, I will seek an audience with Your Majesty."

Li Zhi nodded and left by carriage to return to the palace.