At this time, Chu Fan carefully looked at the detailed introduction about the Ming treasure ship in the system space, and began to introduce it in detail to Liu Ruyan and other people present.
Since everyone present knew nothing about the specific structure and performance of this new type of ship, Chu Fan's explanation was particularly valuable. They listened extremely carefully and did not want to miss any details.
When Chu Fan's explanation finally came to an end, Third Uncle and Wei Zhongxian exchanged a glance, a bright light flashing in their eyes. Their thoughts coincided with Chu Anping's. The powerful performance of the new ships would undoubtedly lay a solid foundation for Wei's maritime hegemony, which filled them with anticipation and confidence for the future.
Both the Third Uncle and Wei Zhongxian were well aware that the emergence of this new type of ship would not only enhance Wei's maritime defense capabilities, but also improve Wei's position in international trade, and might even change the world's maritime power structure.
Furthermore, if these new ships were used solely for the purpose of attacking Wa, it would be a waste of their resources. In fact, these new ships had a strong ability to sail far, allowing the Wei fleet to travel to distant continents for trade, or to wage war against other regions when necessary, thereby expanding Wei's influence and territory.
Although they may have harbored such thoughts, they did not readily express them. They knew Chu Fan was a farsighted emperor who would consider matters from a global perspective. They believed Chu Fan understood this simple truth, so they chose to remain cautious and await his future orders.
At this moment, Liu Ruyan could only sigh deeply. Then she turned to Qiuya, Third Uncle and the others and said in a respectful tone:
"Your State of Wei is truly fortunate to have an emperor like Chu Fan. His wisdom and foresight will undoubtedly lead the State of Wei into an unprecedented era of glory."
At this moment, Liu Xueyu suddenly retorted, "Miss Liu, your statement seems a bit one-sided. How can Chu Fan only be the lucky charm of our Wei Kingdom? Isn't he also your Liu Ruyan's luck? You must remember that I, Liu Xueyu, am not from the Wei Kingdom. Isn't he also my luck?"
There was a hint of playfulness and humor in Liu Xueyu's words, and she also expressed her admiration for Chu Fan. She believed that Chu Fan's existence was a blessing for everyone, regardless of nationality and identity.
Liu Ruyan was completely stunned after hearing Liu Xueyu's words. She seemed to be deeply moved by these words, so much so that her body was frozen in place. Liu Xueyu signaled Chu Fan and the others not to disturb Liu Ruyan, allowing her to quietly think and experience this moment.
Complex emotions welled up in Liu Ruyan's heart, and she began to reflect on her relationship with Chu Fan and what he meant to her. She realized that Chu Fan was not only a blessing to the Wei Kingdom, but also an important figure who could influence the trajectory of her life.
Chu Fan took Liu Xueyu and others to a more remote place, where he continued to let his third uncle and Wei Zhongxian narrate in detail the complicated historical events between the royal family of Wei and many prominent families in the past.
Time passed quietly during their conversation, and soon Third Uncle and Wei Zhongxian decided to leave.
In that forgotten corner, Liu Ruyan seemed to have stood still, her soul transported back to her distant childhood. Back then, she had already demonstrated extraordinary martial arts talent. However, fate was cruel. As the daughter of the Empress of the Canglan Empire, she was destined to inherit her mother's throne.
This meant she had to give up her beloved martial arts and devote herself to the arduous business of governing the country. Whenever night fell and all was quiet, Liu Ruyan would secretly pick up her sword and practice the martial arts that she deeply loved.
Her passion for martial arts burned like an inextinguishable flame within her heart. It was this dedication and devotion that had forged her into the powerful strength of a third-rank warrior.
However, governing a vast nation is far more difficult than practicing martial arts, and its complexity far exceeds the imagination of ordinary people. The Canglan Empire has a long history and a complex network of power, with various forces intertwined to form an unbreakable deadlock.
Whether it was the aristocratic families or the sects, they often turned a deaf ear to the empress's orders, and even engaged in various power games in secret. Liu Ruyan had to face these complex situations at a very young age. She learned to find a space to survive in the cracks of power and cleverly used various strategies and means to consolidate her position.
Although her deep desire for martial arts has never diminished, she clearly knows that as the future empress, governing the country is her most important responsibility and mission.
As time passed, Liu Mengli gradually grew into a woman. Unlike Liu Ruyan, Liu Mengli did not show any special talent in martial arts, but her desire for power was extremely strong. Liu Ruyan knew that if she could cultivate someone with Liu Mengli's strong desire for power, she might be able to help share some of her burdens.
Therefore, Liu Ruyan decided to take Liu Mengli as her apprentice, not only teaching her the essence of martial arts, but also imparting her wisdom and strategies for governing a country. When Liu Mengli grew up, Liu Ruyan passed the right to inherit the throne to her, thus establishing the current Empress Liu Mengli of Canglan.
Liu Ruyan repeatedly questioned herself in her heart whether her decision to give up her right to inherit the throne was truly voluntary. She had a clear answer in her heart: she was unwilling to do so.
Her mother, the former empress of the Canglan Empire, hoped so much that she could make some changes to the court of the Canglan Empire, but she had to transfer this important responsibility to others. This was not only a disappointment to her mother, but also a betrayal of her own ideals.
However, Liu Ruyan was also aware that her actions within the Canglan Empire had already caused dissatisfaction among various factions. Forcing her way to the throne would only provoke greater opposition and unrest. She understood the importance of weighing the pros and cons, and therefore chose to retreat in order to maintain the stability of the Canglan Empire.
After arriving in Wei, Liu Ruyan witnessed the relationship between the emperor and his ministers, and she had to admit that she was very envious. She envied the fact that the ministers of the Wei court could handle affairs independently, without excessive constraints and without interfering with the emperor's power.
At the same time, the court ministers of Wei State were full of confidence in Chu Fan's decision-making. No matter what decision Chu Fan made, they would support him with all their strength. This kind of tacit understanding and trust was exactly what Liu Ruyan longed for but was difficult to achieve in the Canglan Empire.
Liu Ruyan thought to herself that if she could gain the trust and support of her subjects like Chu Fan, perhaps the situation in the Canglan Empire would be completely different.
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