Chapter 117: The Heart of the Empire
To further secure her hold over the empire, Lin Yuer decides to make a bold move: she will move the capital. The current capital, although rich in history, has become a symbol of stagnation. The city's ancient walls, which once protected the empire from invasion, now feel like a barrier between the old ways and the future she is trying to create.
Lin Yuer chooses a new location for the capital, one that is strategically placed near the river, facilitating trade and transportation. She begins a grand project to build a new city, one that will symbolize the empire's transformation. The city will be a center of innovation, with grand structures made of the finest materials, roads that are wide and well-planned, and public spaces that promote the arts and culture. Lin Yuer envisions this city as a place where the people can come together to witness the fruits of her reforms.
The construction of the new capital begins immediately, with thousands of workers employed to clear the land and begin building. The grand vision that Lin Yuer has for this city becomes a source of hope and inspiration for the people, drawing many to the site from all over the empire. The laborers and artisans who work on the project become the first to experience the changes Lin Yuer is bringing to the empire. As the new capital rises from the ground, so too does the faith of the people in their leader.