Chapter 331.2
Lin Beifan was very pleased: “You’ve all finally seen the light! As long as you serve me, high-ranking positions and great wealth are assuredly yours!”
“Your Majesty, high-ranking positions and great wealth are not what we desire!”
Chu Tianming said righteously: “We only hope that you will adhere to your benevolence and morality, always prioritize the common people, and consider their well-being!”
Lin Beifan laughed: “You need not say more, I will do so, for I never mistreat my own people!”
“Furthermore, we Mohists advocate universal love and non-aggression, opposing war! Therefore, we will not partake in any expansionist wars, and we hope Your Majesty can understand this!”
Lin Beifan readily agreed: “No problem!”
“Thus.” Chu Tianming and the others solemnly bowed and said loudly: “We, the disciples of Mohist School, pay our respects to Your Majesty!”
“Ding! Congratulations to the player, national power has increased, and your strength has been synchronously enhanced, rewarding you with the Great Desolate Imprisoning Heavenly Finger!”
“The Great Desolate Imprisoning Heavenly Finger is a high-level martial art! Half a finger can shake the heavens and earth, one finger can imprison the heavens and earth, two fingers can shatter mountains and rivers, three fingers can extinguish all living beings, four fingers can break the firmament, and five fingers can move the universe…”
Lin Beifan quickly absorbed this finger technique, advancing his strength yet another step. Looking at the Mohists who brought him this increase in power, his mood was indescribably joyful.The benefits that these people brought to Great Xia were immense, directly securing the loyalty of a Grandmaster and over twenty Innates.
The indirect benefits were even greater.
If all their mechanical contraptions were built and spread throughout Great Xia, the Empire’s power would surely advance further!
Lin Beifan’s smile was radiant: “You may all rise! From today on, we are one family! I hope we can work together to create a golden age where everyone lives in peace and prosperity, with ample food and clothing.”
“Yes, Your Majesty!” The Mohist disciples looked forward with confidence.
Then, Lin Beifan announced the establishment of the Mohist Workshop, to be managed by the Mohist disciples for the production of mechanical contraptions required by Great Xia.
At the same time, the news of the Mohists joining Great Xia spread like wildfire across the world.
Everyone was somewhat shocked.
“The Mohists, who advocate universal love and non-aggression, have actually joined Great Xia?”
“Has Great Xia accepted their philosophy?”
“Impossible! The Great Xia Emperor is a war lunatic, constantly expanding his territory since his ascension. How could he possibly abstain from war?”
“Then how do you explain this?”
“The Mohists are idealists. They have always adhered to their ideals and beliefs without compromise! Many nations have tried to acquire their mechanical skills through various means, but they have remained steadfast and unyielding!”
“I don’t know!”
The discussions were endless and unclear.
But one thing was clear: with the help of the Mohists, Great Xia would become even stronger.
Regardless of the outside world’s discussions, Lin Beifan didn’t care.
He was now eagerly touring the newly established Mohist Workshop.
“Your Majesty, the Mohist leader is overseeing all affairs of the workshop and is too busy to leave, so I will be your guide. I hope Your Majesty understands!” said a masked young woman as she approached, her voice clear and melodious.
“He is working for me. I naturally understand!”
Lin Beifan curiously looked at the masked woman: “What is your name? I see you hold a high position within the Mohists!”
“I am Duanmu Yue, just an ordinary disciple within the Mohists! However, I have some expertise in mechanics and medicine, which is why I am quite respected among the Mohist disciples!” the masked young woman replied with neither arrogance nor servility.
Lin Beifan smiled warmly: “You are too modest! Mohist disciples are all exceptional individuals, and for you to stand out among them, you must be very capable! Why do you always wear a mask?”
“May I have a look?” Lin Beifan asked with some hesitation.
“The reason I’ve always worn a mask is that my face often causes me great trouble, which is why I don’t show it to others! However, since Your Majesty requests it, I dare not refuse.”
Saying this, she gently removed her veil.
Then, Lin Beifan saw a face as delicate as porcelain, shining like the bright moon.
“Very beautiful!” Lin Beifan said with a smile.
“Among all the beauties I have seen in my life, your beauty definitely ranks in the top five! No wonder you cover your face. Otherwise, it would really cause a lot of trouble!”
Duanmu Yue’s face turned visibly red at a rapid pace.
Somewhat flustered, she covered her face with the veil again and said, “Your Majesty flatters me too much, I am not worthy of such praise! Let me show you around!”
“Let’s hurry, I can hardly wait!” Lin Beifan urged.
***
Sponsored Chapter by Feirts
383/508
We are currently recruiting. CN/KR/JP Translators/MTLers are welcome!
Discord Server: https://discord.gg/HGaByvmVuw