By the order of Jingtai, Chen Yuan governs the martial affairs of the Three States, seeming to hold immense power. Even former Divine Envoys did not enjoy such honor during their training outside the Capital, but the reality is quite different.
The lands of the Three States, particularly the South State, are much like Liangzhou, where military governance and political power rest primarily in the hands of Prince Zhen Nan, Nangong Lie, with the authority of the Heavenly Patrol Bureau being relatively minor and its presence low.
Everything hinges on Prince Zhen Nan, Nangong Lie.
If he shows favor towards the court, the South State's Heavenly Patrol Bureau might have some authority; if not, it essentially becomes but a ceremonial position.
