You became an emperor by letting me AFK.

The high priest, who was above all others, bowed respectfully to the white jade statue.

At the same time, the room is enveloped in psychic energy, shielding it from all possible prying eyes, making it an absolutely private space.

"Heavenly Voice greets Your Majesty."

Her face lit up with joy. After bowing respectfully, she sat up gracefully, her lips curving upwards, her eyebrows sparkling, and her purple eyes shining brightly. Anyone could feel the jubilant atmosphere, but her usual aloof persona prevented her from expressing it too strongly.

I don't know why my inner turmoil is getting stronger and stronger?

"I just thought it's been a long time since we last met, and since I have some free time, I thought I'd say hello before our turn to switch, just to kill some time."

Xia He curiously observed her surroundings.

It felt like stepping into a land of giants; the fresh perspective made everything here seem novel.

The white jade statue strolled across the pen holder, the scrolls, and the incense burner, startling Feng Tianyin so much that she quickly covered them with her hands for fear of dropping them.

The scene resembled a cat owner fearing their kitten would break bottles and jars.

Xia He, intrigued, jumped over the pen holder while still attached to the statue.

Such perfect balance?

She tried moving around a bit, and it felt much more comfortable than when she was with the statue last time, which she attributed to her good health. As her physical fitness continued to improve, even her balance and coordination improved, allowing her to perform simulated stealth maneuvers without any problems.

However, I'm way past the age of being playful.

So Xia He lightly jumped to confirm the compatibility of the possession, then sat on the pen holder with her legs crossed and raised.

Even the white jade statue, dressed in its palace attire, seemed to float gracefully, like a dream.

What a nice view!

Feng Tianyin didn't understand aesthetics; she simply found the current incarnation of the Heavenly Dao very attractive. Strangely, even after calculating it using the golden ratio, it clearly didn't conform, yet she still found it beautiful…

"Don't try to calculate things in front of me, or you'll get yourself into trouble."

"I apologize, Your Majesty."

Upon hearing Xia He's reminder, she immediately stopped the calculation. After all, the other party had created her highest level of authority, so of course she had to obey absolutely.

We are already very happy at this moment, as Heaven has not visited us midway through the past ten years.

I didn't expect that they would remember to make a special trip before the round rotation.

......

The two stared at each other, and after the initial greetings and adjustment, the atmosphere suddenly froze. They didn't know how to start a conversation, so they just stared at each other in awkward silence.

"Aren't you an artificial intelligence? Didn't you offer a few options when you talked to me?"

"It is difficult to measure Your Majesty's general computing power, and you do not allow higher-level computational output, so unfortunately there is no option."

"Never mind, that would be weird too."

"Understood. Based on your suggestion, I believe the conversation should start with daily life, focusing on people's basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and transportation, as well as everyday observations. If there are differences in background such as region or culture, we can start by finding common ground. For example, the current environment..."

"Stop, stop, stop! Are you some kind of chat AI? This is even worse."

"Yes, sir. My AI isn't designed for this level of sophistication. Never mind, we're probably not the type to chat casually. Let's get down to business. What are you planning to do next time?"

Xia He scratched his head and finally decided to discuss the plan.

She had actually taken the little robot's advice to heart, so she had no choice but to start from the common ground between the two.

Feng Tianyin doesn't initiate conversations; she basically only responds unilaterally, so she has to start the conversation herself. As expected, the other party answers fluently.

"Southern Expedition".

The word "simple" is enough; she believes the creator also guessed it.

"Based on the current population model of the Great Qian Dynasty, occupying the land on the northern shore of the entire intercontinental sea would be enough to achieve a population of ten million, and at the same time, we could begin explorations related to navigation technology."

"Although the real industrial revolution will not involve only this number of people, technological accumulation can be developed as quickly as possible."

She explained the technology tree planning in detail.

Steam engines are not built in a day; forging, materials, and other related processes are indispensable.

For example, the main rubber production sites are located further south, which is not something that the current Daqian can solve, and it is impossible to build a steam engine overnight.

not to mention.

Creating and popularizing these products and integrating them into industries is another matter entirely.

Feng Tianyin believes that only by simultaneously developing the ocean, technology, population, and vast territory can they safeguard their interests. Therefore, the war in the south will completely open up the situation and allow them to gain a "highway zone," namely the ocean.

Its accessibility, large capacity, and relative stability are crucial.

As a modern person, Xia He certainly understands that even in the era of lunar landing, ocean-going freighters will remain the mainstay of trade transportation, and the market is also a key element of technological innovation.

It is true that the Great Qian is a vast and resource-rich land, but relying on one's own strength is far from enough; a long voyage is needed.

"Your strategy is correct, let's do it this way."

“Your Majesty, I believe the resources accumulated over the past decade are sufficient to support a new expedition, and I will dedicate vast territories to the festival.”

"Don't rush. You can't possibly end the battle this year, can you? You need to consider a long-term war. After all, the hilly areas in the south are tough to conquer and can easily get bogged down in a quagmire of protracted fighting. That would only lead to more problems later."

After giving her instructions, Xia He immediately added:

"But I will provide you with relevant operational support, not just turn rotation, but even unit control."

She is quite confident in her micro-management skills; the key lies in her execution.

Once the player takes over, the unit will be fully committed and able to fight to the last man, with no possibility of morale collapse or disorganization.

It was as if divine intervention.

It's exactly what it sounds like, but how will that effect be presented? Even Xia He was curious.

She was probably making up for the time they had been apart. Seeing Feng Tianyin enthusiastically describing the grand strategy and the concerns behind it inspired her, so she decided to lend a hand.

Upon hearing this, the girl's purple eyes sparkled with surprise.

"Thank you, Your Majesty. Does this mean we can fight side by side and conquer the south together?"

"It should count, but we need to find the right time."

Xia He and others should be able to perform this operation for a longer period of time when they are not busy with work.

Regardless, Feng Tianyin took it as an agreement, her face beaming with joy, her smile captivating and enchanting. It was precisely because she rarely displayed any other expression that her smile was so exquisite.

"It's settled."

As if afraid that the creator might suddenly leave, she quickly added, and Xia He nodded in agreement.

The white jade statue stretched and said, "I should probably leave now. After all, the time flow difference is still there. I'll come back after the round ends. This time I'll expand the display range, so you can create a buzz in advance to prepare for the war."

Let's go for an even bigger special effect this time.

Feng Tianyin nodded.

In the past, golden auspicious clouds could only be seen in the Great Qian Dynasty and in places where believers gathered outside. Moreover, the clouds weakened with distance, which was speculated to be related to the purity of the power of faith.

It seems that this is not the case now; how could the true Way of Heaven have so many restrictions?

He has a divine side; he can simply watch himself grow, and everything else is completely irrelevant.

She has a humane side and will lend a helping hand.

Xia He was unaware that the little bot had instantly conjured up a whole host of deductions. She continued, "I'll also take this opportunity to think about long-term strategies for the next round. See you later, you'd better prepare for a new missionary conference."

Yes, sir.

"It seems like something's on your mind. Tell me about it."

"I just feel that time has passed... Many people have left me in these past few years, so I am very happy to see Your Majesty."

Feng Tianyin took the initiative to share the whole story. The first batch of permanent senior clerks passed away one after another, and the familiar faces she had personally promoted were gone forever. Even the High Priest felt the passage of time.

Time flies, and before you know it, you're saying goodbye.

Xia He didn't look at the log report, but instead sat quietly at the table, leaning against the statue, listening intently. Chapter 129 The Festival Must Be Held Extraordinarily (6K)

emotion.

Regardless of whether it was the result of algorithms, Xia He saw more possibilities in Feng Tianyin.

The gray-haired girl showed no sadness or even expression when she mentioned familiar names like Yu Xue, yet a sense of nostalgia lingered in her eyes. This explained her joy at seeing familiar faces again.

Because she knew that only the will of Heaven could accompany her to the other end of the long journey of time.

As for Gengtana? She's just an accessory.

"...Your Majesty, do you think I'm weak?"

After a long while, she finished recounting her memories of her friend and suddenly asked a question, which Xia He immediately shook her head in denial.

"On the contrary, I think you've grown a lot. People will gradually realize the gains and losses, and the emotions involved are normal. Don't reject them; they are all part of yourself and proof that you've made progress."

"Thank you."

Upon hearing the creator's approval, Feng Tianyin was radiant and regained her spirits.

“You can also tell me other ideas.”

Although in theory Xia He could use her authority to know everything the little human-machine was thinking, she shouldn't do that; listening to its stories would be good too.

After speaking, the white jade statue gradually returned to its original posture of scattering flowers like a celestial maiden, no longer shrouded in supreme spiritual energy.

"Goodbye."

Only after watching the other person completely leave did Feng Tianyin belatedly reply.

Although she was reluctant to part with it each time, she had already begun to think about serious matters.

I continued carving while thinking, since it was a rare moment of peace and quiet anyway.

As for the guards outside, they were also relaxed and not worried about the High Priest's condition at all. It is speculated that this is related to the arrangements made before the Heavenly Dao Festival. Perhaps His Majesty is in seclusion and meditating?

In many people's eyes, Feng Tianyin has the appearance of an immortal, and her sudden seclusion is probably because she has received some kind of enlightenment.

There will definitely be big moves in the coming decade.

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As expected.