Chapter 1062 - 25. Imperial Era 4600 (4)_2

Alfheim finds itself in a similar situation now. This shadow state was meticulously planned by its governing official, and Li Lin has played an instrumental role in its establishment and current prosperity. What's more, Li Lin has successfully elevated the Elves to a standard of living far beyond their past; although the "ruled races" may not be entirely content, their quality of life is significantly better than before. For most people, as long as Li Lin can unify a scattered tribal regime on the brink of collapse, threatened by its surroundings and mired in extreme poverty, and lead it towards prosperity and independence, exercising autocratic power and enjoying luxurious treatment seem justified. Moreover, Li Lin is known for his intensive work ethic and modest lifestyle, so to criticize a leader who sees work as entertainment and who doesn't even have a personal residence, making an attempt to damage his credibility, is quite challenging.