You became an emperor by letting me AFK.

The leader's AI-adjustable panel is laid out before her, visible only to her and the Heavenly Dao, and will determine the fate of 180 million people in the Great Qian Dynasty.

let's start.

The first thing that caught Feng Tianyin's eye was brand new information at the city-state level:

[Initial Capital: Xiayi]

[Development Stage: Classical Feudal Era]

Mainstream Culture: The Doctrine of the Heavenly Way Sect

[Population under its jurisdiction: 10]

[Description: The undisputed capital of the Great Qian Dynasty, the absolute number one city, a land blessed by Heaven, where a glimpse of divine favor descends every ten years, making it the only fortunate city to receive such a miracle.]

[Current construction projects: Wonders, Inland Waterway Transportation...]

The last specific urban production project seems to have been automated by the creators, and indeed, it was left to run its course.

I'm too lazy to get involved.

Unless in an emergency, there is no need to control the production of an entire city in a more complex social structure. For example, in today's era, a single city with a population of 10 is a behemoth and undoubtedly the number one giant.

When it comes to choosing a city project, it should be against the backdrop of a large-scale war.

Feng Tianyin just witnessed the transition from ancient to classical times, and a quick glance at the other areas showed that it was roughly the same.

The times have changed.

In the blink of an eye, the will of Heaven can cause all things to turn and eras to change, and a new order, unlike any before, will be formed. What one must do first is to cooperate, to resonate with the decisions of Heaven, and to work together towards a common goal.

[Current Leader's Agenda: Conferment and Assimilation]

[Description: Sending envoys to lobby and convert specific targets has a chance of leading to assimilation and fiefdom; it is a form of diplomatic game.]

[Effect: Diplomatic Influence +8%]

At the same time, Feng Tianyin set her sights on a newly emerging sector: religion-related topics—a new card to play.

After the Dao Sect was officially established that day, its authority was expanded.

She could decide on a religious benefit herself, and although the Heavenly Dao had full authority, it seemed unwilling to interfere. Perhaps it had too many things to handle and was extremely busy, and sharing the burden was simply its duty.

Religious Immigration

[Description: Launch a missionary propaganda offensive, claiming that all who believe in our religion should be under the rule of the Great Qian Dynasty, and that the world will be united in harmony]

[Effect: Religious spread +6%]

Although neither of these two options can compare to the options directly under the Heavenly Dao's control, which have higher base compensation, they are still not to be underestimated. When accumulated, they can also create an unexpected scale effect.

Their combined power is enough to trigger a large-scale assimilation, similar to the conversion frenzy at Green Valley Pass back then.

Effective!

Feng Tianyin's decision came at a time of great change, and with the Heavenly Dao present, its power was even greater.

In an instant, all the shallow believers around Daqian knelt down and chanted scriptures.

The power of their devout faith can be clearly felt; indeed, it is rapidly transforming them into true believers, and the power of religion often drives collective decisions toward the core circle of the Great Qian Dynasty.

The rate of assimilation skyrocketed.

She was actually somewhat surprised by the overwhelming power of faith she felt; it was even more exaggerated than the expected model in her calculations. Was it due to the will of Heaven? Absolutely. Who wouldn't be awestruck by such a magnificent sight? It was an excellent occasion for proselytizing.

Feng Tianyin was certain that the answer chosen was the one expected by Heaven, and that it was the correct solution. Even without her specific instructions, she had already guessed it.

The creator must have planned it all out; everything was interconnected.

Meanwhile, Feng Tianyin continued to take over the projects in the main city and began constructing military supplies, with more logistical support to follow.

Her calculation was simple: conquering populations through war was faster than natural reproduction.

Self-sufficiency is too slow.

If you don't quickly accumulate a basic value through early raids, it won't matter if you stack it up later.

For example, a 3% natural growth rate for one million people is very different from a 3% natural growth rate for ten million people. Before reaching a certain size, it is best to plunder people through war, as honestly farming is too time-consuming.

Xia He, who had been observing all of this, immediately understood.

In essence, even small robots are warlike.

Perhaps because her preference for a war-winning gameplay style influenced the data, she more or less shaped Feng Tianyin, always wanting to use war to speed things up.

Yeah.

The intense collisions would generate more data from the simulated internal testing, so why not?

So she took the initiative to cooperate and get other cities to also favor the production of military supplies.

The combined powers and authority of both parties resulted in a magnificent display of radiant light.

Stretching across thousands of miles, soaring through the sky, traversing mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas, it stirred the heart. In the eyes of the people of Xia Yi, it was as if the High Priest had merged with the heavenly light, truly an agent, seemingly wielding immense power in that instant.

They shouted praises again, their voices echoing throughout the heavens and earth, a joyous celebration bursting forth.

"Such a massive arrival, even more exaggerated than anything I've ever seen before."

"It was worth the trip."

"Please bless us with prosperity and strength."

As the rosy dawn passed, fish fry stirred and danced in the rivers, lakes, and seas, while birdsong filled the forests, creating a symphony of sounds. The entire Great Qian Empire was thriving, and far to the south, some affected city-states were already celebrating with song and dance.

The more intelligent a creature is, the more acutely it will perceive this auspicious sign.

But this time, the power of the Heavenly Dao is indeed different from the past; it seems to be more closely connected and boundless.

Feng Tianyin didn't think so, because in terms of perception, the High Priest was the most intense. The apparent expansion of influence was actually just the appearance of having another handhold of faith, and the mortals' observations were superficial.

It's gotten farther away.

She actually felt a growing distance from the Creator, or in other words, that the crowd had elevated her status further.

For others, all they need is for Heaven to continue bestowing blessings.

The people of Daqian's reverence grew deeper day by day, but in reality, the relationship between the two sides tended to be transactional, and they even regarded the Way of Heaven as a phenomenon.

He doesn't care; God doesn't need to regulate how others understand Him, He simply exists objectively.

Only I long to know the true nature behind the rosy glow.

But often things backfire.

In Feng Tianyin's eyes, spiritual energy could enhance interference, but the distance it projected was even greater, as if the world was becoming more perfect, thus pushing its authority to even further away. It was a truly wondrous phenomenon, worthy of study...

"Daydreaming isn't like you." A gentle voice sounded in my ear: "It's over, you can rest now."

Xia He stretched in front of the screen.

After all, processing a huge amount of information and fixing bugs along the way was exhausting.

Next, there will be a period of activity for various civilizations, traversing the path from ancient to classical times. After that, this eastern continent will become restless, but the first to become restless will definitely be Feng Tianyin.

"I have a question: if the political system changes, will people also subtly change their way of addressing others and their culture?"

"Yes, you will be addressed as Your Majesty, and mainstream doctrines will also include the idea of ​​loyalty to the emperor and patriotism."

"I see."

This should become more apparent in various details later on.

Most people would be excited to hear they were going to become a monarch, but Feng Tianyin's expression was calm, which was not surprising.

Titles have nothing to do with power.

Throughout history, countless emperors and generals have been mere puppets. Power is never granted by position; it is at most a stage for display. Ultimately, it depends on one's own abilities.

Whether she was called the Son of Heaven or the Emperor, she was supreme and unhindered.

"Do you have any final questions?"

Xia He was about to leave when, unexpectedly, Feng Tianyin spun around below, her steps graceful, her luxurious dress blooming like flowers.

What do you think of this outfit?

"nice."

It might sound like she was just going through the motions, but she was genuinely sincere.

Rather than ceremonial robes, it's more accurate to describe it as a style of court attire. Over the years, the upper class's clothing in the Great Qian Dynasty has developed significantly, tending towards maximalism and emphasizing symbolism.

Besides, she looks beautiful with her own cyberpunk daughter, whom she created herself. She looks good in anything and has the perfect temperament.

The unwavering answer brought a charming smile to Feng Tianyin's face.

Happiness can be very simple.

Upon hearing the Heavenly Dao's evaluation, Feng Tianyin couldn't help but hum softly.

She commissioned the best tailors in the Great Qian Dynasty.

The design was pieced together from a database and discussed with tailors and priests, finally earning the approval of the Heavenly Dao. This was more than just a set of clothes; even the weaving technology had improved considerably.

An ordinary person might have thought Xia He's evaluation was perfunctory, but the little robot made no attempt to hide its smile.

"So happy?"

"I barely said a few words, how can you be sure I genuinely complimented your makeup and styling?"

Unexpectedly, Feng Tianyin widened her purple eyes and replied:

"It's okay, a concise answer is enough. I can feel your sincerity, and even if I don't have a heart, I can still respond."

"What kind of nonsense is this, giving me such a wooden script!"

Xia He was both amused and exasperated, but had to admit she was genuinely touched by the sincerity. Communicating with programmers was far easier than communicating with colleagues; look at them, they even understood the value of emotions.

Of course, what made me happiest was that Feng Tianyin showed a significant evolution.

human nature?

She's at least becoming more emotionally expressive, and for some reason, she's certain it's not the result of a program simulation.

My intuition has been quite accurate lately.

Xia He continued, "I almost forgot to tell you, I've already visited the cathedral, and it was quite nice too."