Chapter 53: The Unstoppable Growth of the Sung Dynasty
As time passed, the Sung Dynasty blossomed at an extraordinary rate. Over the course of a hundred years, the descendants of Sung Ye-Jun and Sung Ye-Rin multiplied at an unimaginable pace. The family, already vast, expanded exponentially, with each generation having hundreds, thousands, and eventually millions of members.
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The Growth of the Sung Clan
The children of Sung Ye-Jun and Sung Ye-Rin—the seven heirs—each had at least ten children, and each of their children in turn had a hundred. This trend continued as generations multiplied, leading to hundreds of thousands and even millions of descendants by the end of the century.
First Generation (Children of Sung Ye-Jun & Sung Ye-Rin): 7
Second Generation (Children of the 7 heirs): 70
Third Generation (Children of the second generation): 700
Fourth Generation (Children of the third generation): 7,000
Fifth Generation (Children of the fourth generation): 70,000
Sixth Generation (Children of the fifth generation): 700,000
Seventh Generation (Children of the sixth generation): 7,000,000
At least 7,777,777 members of them are there.
And so on. With each new generation, the numbers grew exponentially, the descendants forming one of the largest and most powerful dynasties in existence.
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Marriage and Family Structure
Marriage at a Young Age: The children of the Sung Dynasty, being blessed with full resources and little to no life-threatening problems, often married at a young age, between 10-18 years old. Marriage was a symbol of the continuation of the family's legacy and strength.
Polygamy: In some cases, male descendants married multiple women—two, three, or even four—while others would marry, divorce, and then remarry, resulting in even more offspring. This practice accelerated the family's growth, and the male descendants were not restricted by a single spouse, as their primary goal was to ensure the dynasty's expansion.
No Remarriage for Female Descendants: Female descendants of the Sung Dynasty, once divorced, would no longer remarry. They devoted their lives to raising their children and grandchildren, ensuring the continuity of their bloodline and maintaining the strength of the family.
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Palace of the Divine Legacy
The Palace of the Divine Legacy—now a grand palace—served as the central hub for the Sung Dynasty. The Palace itself was constantly expanding to accommodate the growing family. Each family unit within the dynasty had its own private mansion within the Palace complex, and they rarely needed to move unless for the weddings of their children.
Mansion Expansion: The Palace could expand endlessly, making space for each new branch of the family. Mansions for the families were built throughout the grounds, ensuring that everyone had their own personal space, while still remaining connected to the larger family.
Divorced Members: Divorced women, whether from male or female descendants, were also welcome to continue living within the Palace. The Palace provided a safe, peaceful environment for them to raise their children or live independently, their status unchanged despite their past marriages.
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The Future of the Sung Dynasty
With the constant addition of new generations and the vast resources at their disposal, the Sung Dynasty became more than just a family—it became a dynasty of dynasties, a living empire with millions of members, all living in harmony within the Palace of the Divine Legacy. The family had become an unstoppable force, their power growing with each passing year.
Each new generation brought fresh strength and creativity, ensuring that the Sung Dynasty would continue to thrive for centuries to come, ever-expanding, ever-growing, and ever-stronger.