Chapter 110: A Vision for the Future
As Lin Yuer continues her work, she finds herself reflecting more on the empire's long-term future. She envisions an era where innovation flourishes—not just in technology, but in culture, the arts, and science. The empire should be a beacon of progress, where scholars, artisans, and inventors can thrive, and the voices of the people are heard.
To this end, Lin Yuer establishes a series of cultural exchanges between regions of the empire. She encourages the sharing of knowledge and art, bringing together diverse traditions and forging a unique, unified identity for the empire. The new imperial academies she opens offer education to both men and women, breaking from the old traditions that kept women confined to the domestic sphere.
Through these efforts, Lin Yuer begins to change the fabric of society itself. No longer will the elite alone hold the power to shape the future; now, every citizen, from the most humble farmer to the richest merchant, has a stake in the empire's future.