You became an emperor by letting me AFK.

Post-war handling is also crucial.

As she approved the documents to provide aid, a staff meeting was being held at the central command of the Daqian army.

It is yet another "construction ahead of its time" by Feng Tianyin. Of course, due to technological limitations, it was impossible for everyone to command the army in real time, so the staff meeting at this time tended to review and summarize.

The speaker was Erbala's adjutant, Otula.

Also born on the grasslands, having fought in battles across the north and south, they were naturally absorbed into the army by the Great Qian Dynasty.

We should recruit talents without being bound by conventional standards.

He meticulously recounted the entire battle process for everyone, and even those below him, such as Du Shaoqian and Shen Xingyao, who had already risen to the rank of general, were willing to humbly acknowledge the unique aspects of this war:

"...According to the High Priest's instructions, our main focus is actually on infiltration operations."

"The key is the early response from believers."

"This part will be explained by Song Xuyun."

The high priest, who was also one of the strategists in the southern campaign, recounted the events in detail and marked them on the demonstration diagram.

Having spent many years in the upper echelons of Daqian, she naturally absorbed this logic—simple and efficient.

It's very intuitive.

Otula then took over the explanation and systematically outlined the investigations, infiltrations, behind-enemy-lines operations, and disruptions during the war. This series of tactics was the reason why several city-states defected at the crucial moment.

"It's a pity that Erbala Khan didn't see the end."

"That being said, his operation was a complete success, and now only two infidel city-states are struggling to survive."

The officers nodded in agreement.

The staff council introduced them to an ingenious tactical plan that was worth learning from.

The entire system engineering behind this requires a high degree of organizational skill.

People who can handle things with ease are naturally talented. The involvement of multiple departments, regions, and military branches is complex enough, but if they can do it well, they can handle anything. They are absolutely legendary operators.

Military Science +5

Feng Tianyin's instruction to have the headquarters regularly summarize tactics was likely intended to urge all officers and senior personnel to be professional and procedural, while also giving full play to their initiative.

She is a highly efficient war machine.

"This kind of operation may seem to involve a small number of troops on the main battlefield, but it is no less sophisticated than a total war."

Shen Xingyao, with his rich experience, saw the key point: "The crucial element is the coordinated support from the rear."

Du Shaoqian echoed, "His Majesty has allocated a great deal of resources for this, and we find it difficult to bear such trust... But if I have the opportunity to take on an important task, I will definitely do my best."

Everyone was moved by Feng Tianyin's interactions with the headquarters.

trust.

We are not afraid of you having a lot of resources under your control, not afraid of you having too many troops and becoming arrogant, not afraid of you developing ambitions. On the contrary, we will do our best to cultivate your abilities, organization, and discipline. If it were anyone else, they might not dare to let the officers gather together to discuss tactical iterations so casually.

She desperately wanted everyone's tactical skills to improve.

Therefore, the staff meeting gradually evolved into a system similar to an academic conference, with a professional and academic style.

"That concludes our summary, esteemed generals."

Otula carefully stepped aside, after all, most of those present had higher merits than him.

"good."

"I think it's great, very inspiring."

"It's not that anyone specifically invented this tactic, but rather that the Great Qian Dynasty was large enough to be able to use it."

"We also need to learn more."

"Sooner or later, we'll have to use this tactic on Qingzhou and Minyue as well."

Some officers bluntly pointed out the hypothetical enemy, and their comrades echoed their agreement. Indeed, given the current trend, a war with the South to open up access to the sea was inevitable sooner or later, within the next 20 years or so.

Most of them possess psychic abilities and are in good health, so it wouldn't be difficult for them to live to that time, and they would certainly still be capable of fighting.

Then we must shoulder the responsibility of promoting the development of Daqian.

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Meanwhile, a small-scale interrogation meeting was also being held in the inner sanctuary of the priests.

On one side, the assassin stared blankly, while on the other side, Gegentana and her apprentice Bayar looked at the confession with suspicion.

"He's gone mad? What happened?"

Bayar instinctively felt there was something wrong with the escort process, but upon closer examination, the process seemed to be very rigorous. After all, the assassin had returned with Feng Tianyin, and that team was trustworthy and reliable.

She didn't believe her colleague had made a mistake; there must have been some other oversight...

"The problem lies in Xiayi," Gegentana said succinctly. "It's the residual power of the Heavenly Dao here that has impacted the corrupted parts of the assassin's mind."

"Has this thing been contaminated?"

"Yes, it's very well hidden and doesn't aim to be aggressive; it's just a faint wisp of energy."

"So faint that even the High Priest couldn't detect it?"

"She noticed it, but thought that maintaining this level of contamination was valuable for the sample. Little did she know that because it was so weak, the guy couldn't hold on for long after he came in... especially since it was on our turf."

The master and apprentice couldn't help but look up at the towering church spire.

The Yingtian Fulu Cathedral resonates with an aura of holiness, supremacy, and inviolability; how could it be a place for mere evil spirits?

It vanished in an instant.

Especially since the Heavenly Dao has just descended once.

The main city is the place He valued as the starting point, and the psychic energy responded to the will of that great being. The terrifying defensive power of Xia Yi made it indestructible, impregnable, and naturally purifying.

"So, has our trail to the sea god been broken?"

“Be patient, Bayar. We can at least find the corrupting properties in the assassins. And the Great Qian will be sending more spies and scouts south. It will take us at least ten years to understand it.”

The implication is that the Great Qian Dynasty will launch an infiltration, and as the Great Prophet Gegentana, she has the authority to make that judgment.

It would be very dangerous.

However, this is part of the Great Qian's southward expansion strategy, and it cannot be lost.

The two exchanged a glance and simultaneously ordered the priests to examine the assassin. This example served as a stark warning to the Great Qian Dynasty: it could not afford to be complacent and stagnant; the enemy remained lurking in the shadows.

"By the way, why did the High Priest leave so quickly after escorting the assassins? What is His Majesty busy with?" Bayar asked.

"They should be at the academy right now."

The first academic center of the Great Qian Dynasty left a bad first impression on Gegentana.

People there place too much emphasis on academic qualifications, giving me a strange sense of superiority. I should keep my distance.

The civil service system is about to be expanded.

With He Wan's political acumen, she understood once the southern section of the Great Plains stabilized.

Having been immersed in the upper echelons of the temple for many years, her reputation was well-deserved. The Great Qian Dynasty was about to undergo another power reshuffle under the expansion dividend, so she submitted an expansion application as soon as her superior returned.

really.

Feng Tianyin readily agreed, and the two hit it off immediately.

Although she didn't need so many people to share the burden of government affairs, the various precision parts departments of the Great Qian Dynasty did.

The tight-knit nature of the southern campaign also inspired her; she realized she needed to expand the organization, otherwise she wouldn't have been able to mobilize so many city-state agents. In fact, it almost collapsed during that period, and she couldn't even organize a missionary conference.

More manpower is necessary.

After the expansion was approved, Feng Tianyin and He Wan immediately went to the academy area.

Compared to the former Athenian-style library, which was mainly constructed of stone, the newly expanded academy area, which houses candidate scribes, is more antique and elegant. The two styles are different but coexist harmoniously.

Over the years, she has planned according to the standards of a "spectacle group".

That's why I asked Xia He if she looked good back then, and it turned out to be the right decision. I should keep up the good work in the future.

The group drove straight in.

It is built on a small hill overlooking the city.

As you ascend the bluestone steps, the pines and cypresses on both sides grow ever more imposing, filtering out the clamor of the world and leaving only the sounds of wind, water, and the occasional bird song flitting through the bamboo tips. Passing through the gate, you enter a square front courtyard.

The ground is paved with huge pebbles in a tortoise shell pattern, with velvety moss growing in the gaps, which turns a glossy dark green after the rain.

After a fresh rain in the empty mountains, the late summer in Xiayi is dotted with lush greenery.

"His Majesty."

The person who came to greet them was none other than Dean Xue, who was already quite old. Also there to greet them was Yu Xue, who appeared rather languid. The two were probably having tea, seemingly enjoying their retirement.

Feng Tianyin's gaze sharpened: "You need to prepare for your funeral."

The dean almost choked on his tea.

They had no doubt that the high priest could see the life force at a glance, but there was no need to be so blunt.

“I know what this body looks like; it will probably be a long separation.” Yu Xue’s voice was as gentle as ever: “Our souls will return to the heavens.”

Upon hearing this, He Wan's expression darkened, and she let out a long sigh.

She had been envisioning how to secure a promotion from the High Priest, but the sudden realization struck her like a thunderbolt, leaving her filled with感慨 (a complex feeling of mixed emotions, including regret, sorrow, and reflection). Life and death are preordained, wealth and honor are determined by fate, and only the will of Heaven can defy this destiny. She knew she would eventually have to part ways with her mentor and predecessors.

So be it.

Both parties involved were quite easygoing. They had spent most of their lives expanding the territory of the Great Qian Dynasty with Feng Tianyin and laying the foundation for today's core area. They were already satisfied... so she didn't need to be sentimental.

"I've come to meet with the people who recently passed the assessment, gather them together, and begin the course."

Feng Tianyin got straight to the point.

She didn't have any particular feelings; she had already prepared herself mentally for Yu Xue's farewell, as had her other colleagues.

Time flies, and the years will always take away many traces.

The Great Qian Dynasty is a land where miracles truly exist, so people have a more open-minded view of life and death, believing that the future will be embraced by Heaven. Religion is still effective in this regard, especially since everyone knows that a great being is watching over and protecting them, capable of guiding noble souls…

At least that's what the doctrine established by Gergentana promoted.