Chapter 230: The Shadow of the East
As Lin Yuer consolidates power at home, she begins to look outward. The empire's borders are secure, but there are still threats from neighboring regions. The kingdom to the east, known as the Tianshi Empire, has long been a rival, and its increasing military activity along the border is cause for concern.
Reports from her spies suggest that the Tianshi Empire is preparing for an invasion. The Tianshi Emperor, a man named Gao Xing, has long admired the power Lin Yuer has built and sees it as a direct challenge to his own dominance in the region. His intentions are unclear, but Lin Yuer knows that he is a man of ambition, and that ambition could spell trouble for her empire.
In response, Lin Yuer begins to strengthen the empire's military presence along the eastern border. The imperial army is placed on high alert, and her generals begin strategizing possible defensive tactics should an invasion occur. At the same time, she reaches out to her allies in the region, hoping to form a coalition against the growing threat.