I am Chen Xiao, and by the grace of Heaven, I sit on this throne, ruling the night court.
Since eliminating the treacherous party, I have pondered day and night how to ensure the stability of the dynasty and the eternal peace of its people.
He then issued an edict to recruit talented individuals, regardless of their background, based solely on their abilities.
In an instant, all the talented people in the world flocked to Yechao.
There were skilled craftsmen who offered their ingenious techniques to improve agricultural tools and increase agricultural production; there were learned scholars who discussed strategies for governing the country, reformed policies, and promoted the prosperity of commerce.
One day, I was strolling in the Imperial Garden when I suddenly heard the sound of string and wind instruments coming from outside the palace walls, which aroused my curiosity.
The eunuchs were sent to investigate, and it was discovered that it was a folk gathering spontaneously organized by the common people to celebrate the grand occasion of the evening court session.
My heart is filled with joy, knowing that the people live in peace and prosperity; this is my good fortune, my happiness day and night.
However, in the border regions, small groups of barbarians would occasionally harass the area.
We have dispatched a capable and battle-hardened general with an elite army to guard the border and defend our territory.
The soldiers lived up to expectations, winning battle after battle. The barbarians were terrified and dared not invade again.
Several years later, the Night Dynasty became more prosperous and powerful than ever before.
I climbed to a high place and looked out into the distance. The capital city was bustling with activity, its streets and alleys crisscrossed with traffic.
But I know that I must not be arrogant or complacent, and I must keep the people in mind and the country in mind.
I should work diligently to uphold the legacy of my ancestors and usher in an era of lasting peace, so as not to be unworthy of this throne or the people of the Night Dynasty.
Empress Chen Xiao worked diligently to govern the country, and the night court became increasingly prosperous.
That year, an epidemic broke out in Jiangnan, infecting many people.
The Empress was extremely anxious and quickly dispatched the imperial physicians from the Imperial Medical Academy to Jiangnan. She also ordered a large sum of money to be allocated from the national treasury to purchase medicinal herbs.
The Empress personally issued an edict to appease the people, stating that the court would stand with the people to overcome the difficulties.
Under the Empress's care, the epidemic was gradually brought under control.
However, the Empress did not let her guard down and ordered the establishment of more medical clinics and the training of doctors in various places to prevent such disasters from happening again.
At this time, foreign envoys came to visit, wanting to establish trade relations and friendly ties with Yechao.
The Empress received the envoys in the court, demonstrating the demeanor of a great power.
The two sides had a very pleasant conversation and reached many mutually beneficial agreements. Night Dynasty's silk, porcelain and other products were exported to foreign countries, and novel treasures from other countries also flowed into Night Dynasty.
The prosperity of the night court attracted envoys from all directions.
But the Empress knew that she could not be content with the status quo.
She ordered the establishment of academies throughout the country to encourage students to study diligently, and also commanded craftsmen to improve their techniques, making the craftsmanship of the Night Ceremony even more exquisite.
As time passed, the Empress's hair began to turn gray, but her gaze remained resolute.
Under her rule, Yechao became a powerful nation in the world, with its people living in peace and prosperity, and the country becoming rich and powerful.
Even in her later years, the Empress remained concerned for the well-being of the people.
On a peaceful night, the Empress passed away peacefully in her palace.
The news brought grief to the entire nation.
But her achievements will be forever recorded in history and praised by future generations.
The people of the Night Dynasty will forever remember this great empress, and her spirit will forever guide the Night Dynasty forward.
After the Empress's passing, the entire Ye Dynasty was immersed in grief.
Upon ascending the throne, the new emperor vowed to carry on the legacy of Empress Chenxiao and govern the Night Dynasty to make it even more prosperous.
The new emperor carefully followed the teachings of the late empress, widely accepted advice, and appointed people based on their merits.
In the imperial court, wise ministers gathered to devise strategies for the development of the Night Dynasty.
In agriculture, the imperial court vigorously promoted new planting techniques and superior crop varieties, resulting in a year-on-year increase in grain production and full granaries for the people.
Commerce also flourished, with bustling markets and frequent trade.
Cultural education has received unprecedented attention.
The academies were scattered throughout the country, and the students studied diligently, pursued fame and fortune, and contributed their talents to the development of the country.
However, the prosperity of the Night Dynasty also attracted the jealousy and covetousness of some neighboring countries.
They secretly colluded, attempting to disrupt the stability of the Night Dynasty.
The new emperor remained calm in the face of danger and decisively sent troops to resist the foreign enemy.
Under the valiant command of the generals and the bloody battles of the soldiers, the Night Dynasty army repeatedly defeated the invading enemy and defended the country's territory and dignity.
Over the years, the influence of the Night Dynasty has continued to expand, becoming an object of admiration and emulation for neighboring countries.
Whenever people recall Empress Chenxiao's achievements, their hearts are filled with admiration and gratitude.
Her name, like the brightest star in the night sky, will forever shine in the long history of the Night Dynasty, inspiring generations of Night Dynasty citizens to work tirelessly for the prosperity and strength of the nation.
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