I Became The Legendary Emperor Throughout the Ages After I Started Giving Away My Territory - Chapter 158.1

Chapter 158: The Second Imperial Examination of Great Xia, the Hope of the Lower-Class Scholars!

That night, everyone returned home in high spirits.

However, Lin Beifan’s evening was not over yet.

He found Chai Yuxin, who was still somewhat shy, and asked with anticipation, “Yuxin, what is the surprise you mentioned? Can it be revealed now?”

“Your Majesty, it’s not quite convenient here. Follow me!” Chai Yuxin took Lin Beifan’s hand and ran to the sleeping quarters.

Lin Beifan narrowed his eyes.

What surprise necessitates running to the sleeping quarters?

Of course, it’s…

Lin Beifan’s heart swelled with excitement, and he couldn’t help but ask eagerly, “Yuxin, is it ready? I can hardly wait!”

Chai Yuxin’s face flushed as she shook her head, “Not yet! Your Majesty, please close your eyes first!”

“Can’t I just keep them open?”

“No, I would be too embarrassed…” Chai Yuxin said bashfully.

Lin Beifan chuckled, understanding that, indeed, some things could be quite embarrassing.

You see, girls need to be understood!!!

So, Lin Beifan closed his eyes, full of anticipation: “Yuxin, I have closed my eyes! Come on, no matter what you do, whether it’s wild or gentle, I will cooperate enthusiastically. Don’t take it easy on me!”

Watching Lin Beifan being so cooperative, Chai Yuxin pulled out something from behind her: “Your Majesty, it’s okay now, you can open your eyes!”

Lin Beifan opened his eyes, and upon seeing the object in front of him, three question marks popped into his mind: “What is this?”

“This is a piece of clothing I knitted for you. Do you like it?” Chai Yuxin asked with great anticipation.

Lin Beifan began to feel aggrieved: “Yuxin, is this the surprise you were talking about?”

“Of course!”

Chai Yuxin said earnestly, “I prepared this carefully just for you! Every stitch and thread was sewn by my own hands, and it took me a whole month! Don’t you like it?”

“I like it, I like it very much! But why wait until the evening? Why not during the day?”

Chai Yuxin’s face turned red as she said, “Of course not during the day! There are so many people around during the day, and since it’s my first time making clothes, my skills aren’t very good. Others would laugh at me!”

“Then why did you run to the sleeping quarters?” Lin Beifan asked again.

“It’s for the convenience of changing clothes. Aren’t you supposed to change clothes in the sleeping quarters?”

“And you even asked me to close my eyes…” Lin Beifan sounded even more plaintive.

“It’s to create an atmosphere of surprise!”

Lin Beifan: “…”

Well, that was a long wait for nothing!

“Stop talking and just try it on!”

Lin Beifan took off his dragon robe and put on the clothes that Chai Yuxin had specially made for him, only to find that the garment was somewhat skewed, with one sleeve longer than the other.

Chai Yuxin looked puzzled: “Oh, why are the sleeves of different lengths? Did you put it on backward?”

Lin Beifan spread out his hands: “Yuxin, are you overthinking it? Even if it’s put on properly, one sleeve will still be longer than the other!”

Chai Yuxin’s face flushed with embarrassment as she said, “It’s my first time making it, so I didn’t get the size right! Now, take it off quickly, I’ll go back and alter it for you!”

With that, she reached to strip off the clothes from Lin Beifan’s body.

Lin Beifan took the opportunity to wrap his arms around Chai Yuxin and gave her a forceful kiss.

Chai Yuxin’s eyes widened in surprise: “Mmffh!?”

Overwhelmed with shyness, Chai Yuxin managed to remove the clothes from Lin Beifan’s body and ran off after a short while.

Lin Beifan chuckled to himself, finding Chai Yuxin, who now exuded a hint of feminine charm, especially attractive.

……

The Spring Festival continued.

Whether common people or officials, everyone walked the streets and alleys, exchanging New Year’s greetings.

If they encountered children, they would hand out red envelopes as a token of good fortune.

Lin Beifan also went to pay New Year’s visits, mainly to the elders Xiao Guoliang and Chai Yulang. He shared a family meal with them and discussed the future development direction of Great Xia.

At this time, both elders recognized Lin Beifan’s capability to be the Emperor and were very reassured after two years of observation.

They expressed their full support for Lin Beifan, to be his strong backing.

This Spring Festival, everyone enjoyed a joyful and united family celebration.

During this festive season, several pieces of good news have come in.

Firstly, Heshen, after swallowing the lotus seed from the Nine-Eyed White Jade Lotus Pod given to him by Lin Beifan, made a breakthrough and became an Innate expert.

Secondly, Wu Sangui, relying on his own abilities, also broke through to become an Innate.

Thirdly, Chai Yuxin, Chai Yulang, Eunuch Liu, and others have also made breakthroughs, becoming Innate Astral Qi level experts.

With this, Great Xia has gained two more Innate experts, enhancing the quality of its powerful individuals and further solidifying its national defense.

……

“Ding! As the player’s national power has grown, your strength has increased accordingly. You are rewarded with the Blazing Yang Qi Technique!”

“The Blazing Yang Qi Technique is a unique skill created by a Grandmaster. It is the most intensely hot True Qi in the world. Once mastered, not only does one’s internal energy continuously regenerate, but it can also form a fiery Qi wall, making it impossible for others to approach~!”

Lin Beifan rapidly absorbed the technique.

Although this martial art could not compare to his Sacred Heart Technique or Three Parts Return to Origin Energy, it was still a peerless skill that enhanced his strength by a third, making his lethality even more astonishing.

“If used in conjunction with the Xuanxiao Divine Sword, the effect would be better!” Lin Beifan was very satisfied with this reward.

Then, he generously rewarded his meritorious subjects.

Heshen made a breakthrough, so he had someone send over 10,000 taels as encouragement.

Wu Sangui, having made a breakthrough on his own strength, received not only money from Lin Beifan but also power; he was allocated additional troops, bringing his command to a total of 100,000 men, making him a general in the truest sense.

As for Chai Yuxin, Chai Yulang, and others, they were all acquaintances; giving them money would have been inappropriate.

Lin Beifan simply treated them to a meal, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed.

Holidays are always fleeting, and the 15-day Spring Festival holiday passed by quickly.

Reluctantly leaving their homes, everyone returned to their jobs.

Miners went back to mining, road workers to repair roads, builders to construct houses, and pioneers to clear new land…

All over Great Xia, there was a bustling scene of activity.

At the same time, the imperial court was also making significant moves frequently, sending out many signals.

The Great Xia Military Academy is once again opening its doors, continuing to cultivate leaders.

This year, the conscription continues, with the scale exceeding one million.

The imperial examination is to be reinstated, selecting talents to serve the nation.

Each of these announcements, as they are released, is a major event that shocks the entire country.

The reopening of the Military Academy gives many grassroots officers hope.

This is because the previous cohort of cadets, upon their successful graduation, all received promotions. They, too, wish for promotion, so their performance has become even more proactive, training as if their lives depended on it.

The massive conscription has the greatest impact.

For the common people at the bottom, it’s practically an opportunity to defy fate and change their destiny.

Now everyone knows that in Great Xia, being a soldier is the most lucrative job.

Even without any battles or distinguished service, one can still earn a stable income of six taels of silver a year, which is double what the average common person makes.

If one wins a battle, they can earn a few more taels of silver for each fight.

After a few battles, one could afford a concrete house.

Many soldiers have made their fortunes through warfare.

If you are strong enough and perform great deeds, you even have the chance to become a general.

Thus, there is no shortage of volunteers.

“This time, I must enlist. I must go to war!”

“Who would disagree? Serve in the army for two years, and at the very least, you’ll earn enough for a house. It’s the best way to wealth!”

“Exactly, several kids from next door have enlisted! Back then, I was too scared to join, and now they’ve all bought houses and found wives while I’m still working on the construction site to pay off my mortgage. I regret it so much that my guts are turning green!”

“Don’t worry, this is just news from the court; they haven’t started conscription yet!”

“Can I not be anxious? I can’t wait any longer!”

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