Chapter 68

Chapter 68

Listening to Lin Yuan's words, Emperor Liu Shi was momentarily stunned in place.

He had considered various responsessomething more normal, pleading for seventh princess's sake. Or perhaps expanding the selection range, attempting to prevent seventh princess from becoming a "Warrior Commander".

Alternatively, adopting a more ruthless stance and approving Emperor Liu Shi's actions. As a royal offspring, sacrificing for the country was as normal as it got.

However, Liu Shi never imagined that Lin Yuan's response would be this.

"No need to cultivate a Warrior Commander. Give me time, and I will surpass the Warrior Commander."

It should be noted that every "Warrior Commander" had a Divine Weapon standing behind them. And in the thirty-six countries of the Central Plains, Divine Weapons were regarded as gods. Surpassing the Warrior Commanders was akin to surpassing the Divine Weapons themselves.

Such a statement, if spread, would likely make the Great Yan Dynasty the focus of the entire Central Plains. At that time, the court would be in turmoil, and Lin Yuan's position as the Crown Prince might even be in jeopardy.

Of course, Emperor Liu Shi, as Lin Yuan's father, would never let such words be spread.

"Yuan'er, your ambitions are truly vast," Emperor Liu Shi sighed.

If Lin Yuan were already in his thirties or forties and had witnessed the might of Divine Weapons, uttering such words would undoubtedly be seen as overestimating oneself. The higher one stood, the clearer the understanding of what Divine Weapons represented.

However, Lin Yuan was only six years old.

What was wrong with a six-year-old child having some unrealistic aspirations?

"When I was six, I wanted to shoot down the sun from the sky," Emperor Liu Shi chuckled.

"However, Yuan'er, don't mention these words to anyone else, even the closest servants" Emperor Liu Shi reminded after praising Lin Yuan.

As the Crown Prince, he had to be cautious with his words and actions. Despite Emperor Liu Shi's favoritism toward Lin Yuan, there were certain matters related to Divine Weapons that couldn't be touched.

"I understand," Lin Yuan glanced at Emperor Liu Shi, realizing that the latter didn't take his words to heart.

Lin Yuan had anticipated this and wasn't surprised.

Even with his unparalleled insight, the efficiency of his future cultivation would not surpass the initial six years upon arriving.

"I will stay a hundred and sixty years in this world, and only six years have passed. I'm not in a hurry." Lin Yuan closed his eyes and continued to cultivate.

The divine weapon was in the light, Lin Yuan was in the shadow. As long as Lin Yuan didn't actively court death, the divine weapon couldn't possibly detect his true strength.

As Lin Yuan possessed the unrivaled insight, his strength was constantly improving every moment. Even with significant constraints and bottlenecks, it only required a bit more time.

Along with the Great Yan Dynasty cultivating new "Warrior Commanders" the situation among the thirty-six countries in the Central Plains stabilized once again.

In negotiations with other countries, the Great Yan Dynasty regained its confidence. With external threats eliminated, the focus shifted to internal governance.

Emperor Liu Shi was not an incompetent ruler. With Lin Yuan's occasional reminders and the gradual increase in the Great Yan Dynasty's national strength, Emperor Liu Shi managed to stabilize the empire.

Lin Yuan actively proposed strengthening trade with other nations and opening various trade routes, enriching the lives of the Great Yan Dynasty's citizens.

Lin Yuan received widespread support from the people, and his actions showed that the Great Yan Dynasty could prosper for at least another generation.

Recognizing the potential for dynasties to rise and fall due to incompetent rulers, Lin Yuan, with his capabilities and political acumen, was fully capable of succeeding the current emperor.

The entire court respected Lin Yuan, especially after the Grand Tutor admitted in front of Emperor Liu Shi that he was inferior to Lin Yuan. Attempting to salvage their pride, the courtiers had no choice but to praise Lin Yuan excessively.

It wasn't a matter of them being incompetent; Lin Yuan was just too extraordinary. If you think you can do better, then go ahead. Initially, some courtiers were unconvinced.

How could a child of that age achieve such feats? The Grand Tutor was indeed getting old; he should retire. However, these courtiers were left speechless when confronted by Lin Yuan. After witnessing Lin Yuan's capabilities and methods, his prestige naturally rose.

Emperor Liu Shi silently observed Lin Yuan, his face unable to conceal the growing satisfaction. In terms of governing people and maintaining balance, his son was truly remarkable.

Back when he pacified the courtiers, it took a considerable effort. Although Emperor Liu Shi's accession to the throne was unconventional, Lin Yuan, at his young age, displayed an exceptional talent for leadership.

As time passed, twenty years went by in this manner.

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