The passage of time means something vastly different to many cultivators compared to mortals.

In Dadui, a new generation has already given birth to the next, yet they have not seen the mysterious Emperor Dui.

In fact, most courtiers in Dadui have yet to meet the new emperor.

If it weren't for some major ideological concerns where decisions clearly aren't the result of someone in the Cabinet backing down, many would believe there is no new emperor at all, and that the Cabinet is acting under the guise of a non-existent emperor.

Recently, Zhang has been quite worried, to the point of distress.

Their majesty has long been neglecting affairs again.

Last time, Jia Shisi said that according to the emperor's ideology during execution, as long as things aren't done blindly and are approached methodically, everything should first undergo small-scale experimentation.

This might slow things down at times, but it will absolutely avoid major issues.

And in execution, ever since the Jade Tablet was spread so that every village has one, the cost of non-compliance from below has become insurmountable.

Because Jia Shisi is not a prosecutor holding the Law Code, he doesn't need to find ironclad evidence.

It's never the case that I know you did it, everyone knows you did it, but without ironclad evidence, I can't convict you.

Jia Shisi only needs to confirm that someone crossed a line, then he dares to execute them.

The means may seem a bit harsh, but what's painful for those with ideas is that every time Jia Shisi kills someone, he is applauded from the bottom tier to the court.

Of course, the Jade Tablet plays a significant role, even a decisive one.

Public opinion, whether understood as the views of the common people or those with assets and power, isn't much different in the case of Jia Shisi killing someone.

Back then, Emperor Dui amputated and scraped the bones of Dadui, plus Jia Shisi's late-period cleanup, the cleanup was thorough.

Following this was the Jade Tablet mastering information dissemination, directly bypassing the middle process of possible embellishment and misunderstanding, enlightening citizens, imparting various knowledge, and fostering increasingly independent thinkers.

Life gets better, hopes for the future rise, seeing the path to ascension, naturally, the sense of belonging strengthens.

This directly stifled the initial accumulation of some troublemakers.

Now, not to mention rebellion, even a small evil cult hasn't managed to control a single village before being reported.

It's possible that just after developing a few followers here, the village chief would lead a purge.

Yu Ziqing doesn't manage affairs but has seized the core point that Dadui is developing rapidly and stably, with national fortune rising every year.

But the smoother things go, the more worried Zhang, the backbone of the Cabinet, becomes.

Especially after Yang stopped coming, he became even more apprehensive.

When Yang was around, he brought a wealth of knowledge, and after the clash between ancient and modern, not only did Yang benefit, but Dadui also gained significant advantages.

Most importantly, there was an emotional connection; as long as Yang was around, Zhang was sure his majesty would return.

Of course, these worries haven't been voiced by Zhang; he must maintain a wise demeanor in front of others, so he appears calm in the face of any problem to stabilize others.

Jia Shisi has maintained a good mindset; it's uncertain where his confidence comes from.

Zhang put aside some newly submitted reports, and after reading them, saw Jia Shisi walk in leisurely.

"Elder Zhang, relax a little; at least don't always worry. His majesty will come.

He's just preparing outside, making thorough preparations for Dadui's return."

"I know..." Zhang sighed softly; some things aren't eased just by understanding them.

Jia Shisi took out a letter and laid it before Zhang.

"Something from his majesty?" Zhang was startled and hurriedly opened the letter to read.

After reading, his heart settled back into his chest.

Yu Ziqing stated that the situation outside is relatively stable, and he's clearing obstacles for Dadui's return.

Clearing the southern Wilderness, and organizing individuals for a special research project.

If the research succeeds, it will at least stabilize the rank of the world, and the negative impact brought by Dadui's return will be less than expected.

Things on Dadui's side will proceed step by step, with clear instructions from the initial five-year plan to the current century-long direction.

Zhang handed the letter to Jia Shisi, smiling.

"His majesty truly works hard."

Jia Shisi glanced at the letter, with an expression of having anticipated this, he smiled and turned to leave.

The letter also informed Jia Shisi that his Ninth Tier cultivation wasn't perfect; he should settle down, waiting for the path to the Tenth Tier, striving to breakthrough.

When that day comes, Dadui will need a Tenth Tier.

And naturally, Jia Shisi, being adept at combat, is the most suitable person.

He can express what resources or things he needs in advance for preparation.

Jia Shisi remained calm and even somewhat pleased.

Because he thought of the former Emperor Dui, who carried out so many things, even if his intentions might have been good, the results were often tragic.

Jia Shisi couldn't help but compare the two emperors of Dadui.

If the previous emperor faced such matters, he may not have been willing, nor would he simply let him rush to pursue the Tenth Tier.

In the Divine Dynasty, the strongest has always been the emperor, even at the same realm—excluding the power of the Divine Dynasty—the emperor is an outstanding master.