She was styled "Lady of the first degree" in her own right, her position as military commander was secured and she was declared protector of the new Ming dynasty. Gao led the fight against the Qing dynasty until her death in 1647.
As a prominent figure, she was referred to as "Lady of the first degree," signifying her independent status, and her role as military commander was reinforced, making her the protector of the newly established Ming dynasty. Gao continued to fight against the Qing dynasty until her passing in 1647.