"The moment we win and gain access to Daniel Emberweave's technology and know-how, my Qing Empire will unite the world! The name Tianhao Zhusheng will resound through history! My glory will surpass even that of Qin Shi Huang! As long as we succeed, we'll write history however we want. Do as you see fit, Grand Councilor!" The crown prince's voice brimmed with glee as he smiled, imagining the glory that awaited him.
Zhuge Liang glanced at his emperor, doubt flickering in his eyes. Is this truly the descendant of Lord Liu Bei? He felt a pang of disappointment but suppressed it. Even so, as a loyal retainer, he could only serve, no matter how far this descendant had fallen from the ideals of his forebear. Zhuge Liang can only curse at his fate.
— New Atlantis - Daniel House —
In the gazebo outside Daniel's house on the Astral Corp's rooftop, Tian Xingyun is sitting and listening to a report from two people.
