268: Emperor Kaiye's Message

Chapter 268: Emperor Kaiye's Instructions

Late at night, Toya Royal Palace, Central Sleeping Quarters.

On the bed was a withered old man. He leaned against stacked pillows, his cloudy eyes half-open, his white hair sparse with clear patches of age spots visible.

He was the current supreme ruler of the Toya Empire, Emperor Kaiye. Although only 67 years old, he looked like he was on his last legs.

"Victoria... Victoria..."

Emperor Kaiye mumbled softly. His mind was still a bit hazy, but he could clearly recognize his daughter.

"Imperial Father, I'm here, I've always been here!"

Victoria's eyes were moist. She knelt beside the bed, not expecting her Imperial Father's condition to have deteriorated to this extent after being away for less than two years.

If she had known, she wouldn't have accepted the mission to assassinate Elizabeth back then. She would have just stayed by her Imperial Father's side.

"Victoria, my daughter, the future Empress of the Toya Empire... cough cough cough... cough cough!"

Emperor Kaiye coughed violently again after only a few words. His breathing was a mess, and his already weak body seemed like it was about to fall apart.

"Imperial Physician! Quickly summon the Imperial Physician!"

After several minutes, Emperor Kaiye finally stabilized, but his breathing became even weaker.

Victoria saw this, her heart aching immensely. She couldn't help but suggest, "Imperial Father, let the Imperial Physician stay here. It would be better to handle any sudden situations..."

"No, make him get out... This is a private conversation between us... father and daughter. No outsiders are allowed!"

Emperor Kaiye held onto his breath, roaring at the Imperial Physician beside him. The latter glanced helplessly at Victoria and left reluctantly.

Emperor Kaiye was only close to death, but he wasn't dead yet. He was still the most powerful figure in the Toya Empire, and no one dared to disobey his words.

Only after the Imperial Physician left did Emperor Kaiye shed his forceful demeanor. Like a helpless old man, he grabbed Victoria's hand.

"I've heard about the matter concerning the Bit Family's young master. You did well. By utilizing that Elf youth, the Empire might be able to open the door to the Snow Elf Clan..."

"This matter involves diplomacy. I will issue an order for you to be in full charge. You will represent the Empire and make a trip to the Eternal Frost Forest. Achieve something significant to silence those noble ministers!"

After only a few sentences, Emperor Kaiye heavily gasped for breath, his chest rising and falling violently, as if he had exhausted his strength.

Victoria nodded obediently beside him, complying with all of Emperor Kaiye's arrangements. She knew her Imperial Father was doing it for her own good.

"I have already ordered the remaining Death Guards to start cleaning up the Empire's garbage. Many people will die during this period, and the country will fall into brief turmoil..."

"But it doesn't matter. I can help you suppress everything and pave the way for you to inherit the throne. The future of the Empire is with you, not me!"

Victoria was not surprised by Emperor Kaiye's arrangements. Even if her Imperial Father didn't do it, she would carry out a purge after she ascended the throne.

To consolidate rule and establish prestige, bloodshed was necessary. Moreover, some chronic ailments and tumors, if not removed in time, could potentially harm the entire body!

"I am ultimately weakened, to the extent that those dogs dare to bite their master. This is something that would never have happened during my peak..."

"The Death Guards have already found out. There were a total of seven nobles who attempted to assassinate you through various channels. I have already killed them all..."

"As for the remaining ones, those who had evil intentions but lacked the guts, I have also dealt with them. Your trip to the Eternal Frost Forest this time should not encounter any attacks."

"As for the Aimiya Empire side..."

Speaking of this, Emperor Kaiye sighed, his cloudy old eyes looking at the falling snow outside the window. He said meaningfully, "Perhaps this is Fate."

The Aimiya Empire has survived one national crisis after another, and Elizabeth herself has escaped one assassination after another. This is a sign of great prosperity!

"Elizabeth's mother, the previous Empress of Amyria, wasn't particularly remarkable, but the most correct thing she did was choose the right Crown Prince."

"And I am the same. I have chosen you, Victoria!"

"I believe my daughter is no worse than others'. What Elizabeth can do, you can definitely do too!"

Emperor Kaiye's emaciated hand tightly grasped Victoria's, carrying the weight of authority.

"As for this thing, Magic Technology... I tried it, I worked hard at it, but I failed. This is the biggest failure of my life."

Victoria had a deep, even unforgettable impression of this matter.

Because it was after returning from the Central Region that Emperor Kaiye's physical and mental condition deteriorated increasingly, and the Toya Empire also began its decline.

The attempt at Magic Technology was the turning point where the Toya Empire went from prosperity to decline!

"Regarding Magic Technology, I am a failed predecessor and cannot impart any experience to you. How you proceed in the future will depend on your own judgment."

"May the Toya Empire... become great again in your hands!"

After saying this, Emperor Kaiye closed his eyes. His breathing was faint, as if the recent speaking had exhausted all his strength.

After covering Emperor Kaiye with the blanket, Victoria left the sleeping quarters with a heavy heart. She walked on the palace avenue, facing the swirling snow, deep in thought.

Not long after, Victoria's eyes focused, and she said seriously, "Imperial Father, please rest assured. Without Magic Technology, the Toya Empire can still become great again!"

Magic Technology is a completely unfamiliar thing throughout the Northern region. Without relevant technical talents, the investment in research and development is simply a bottomless pit.

Starting from scratch, one generation's effort is far from enough!

Even in the prosperous Central Region, Magic Technology has developed for thousands of years, undergoing the efforts of hundreds of generations to reach its current state.

Emperor Kaiye's failure is the best example.

In Victoria's view, Elizabeth was still too young. Her rash attempt at Magic Technology would definitely exhaust Amyria's foundation.

The "Magic Innovation Project" will trigger huge changes. The Aimiya Empire's politics, economy, culture, military, and other aspects will face enormous waves.

Elizabeth is, after all, just a young Empress. She simply cannot control it!

With just a slight mistake, the Aimiya Empire will head towards destruction!

At that time, when Amyria falls into internal trouble, Victoria wouldn't mind lending a hand and giving them external chaos as well.

Under internal and external turmoil, the Aimiya Empire will soon be destroyed, while the stable Toya Empire will dominate the Northern region.

Walking on the palace avenue, stepping on the soft snow, Victoria continuously pondered the Empire's future plans. The more she thought, the more confident she became.

For the Northern Empires, Magic Technology is a potent medicine. It can either transform the nation and make it soar, or plunge it into eternal damnation.

Emperor Kaiye is a classic example of failure. Victoria will absolutely not repeat the same mistakes. As for Elizabeth...

Heh, let her try.

Everyone knows Magic Technology is advanced and civilized.

But if Magic Technology were truly that easy to succeed with, the Northern Countries would have introduced it long ago.

Victoria even heard that the Amyria Royal Family didn't hesitate to borrow money from the Gold Bank, nobles, and commoners, even going bankrupt, just to carry out the "Magic Innovation Project".

Reckless!

Utterly reckless!

Victoria was already looking forward to the Aimiya Empire's self-destructive future.