Legacy

Night.

The Han Jin Pavilion was brightly lit.

Lin Yan walked through the quiet corridor, the bamboo rustling softly in the breeze.

Under the bright moonlight, the East Sea Azure Dragon stirred in the lake, spread its bat-like wings, and let out a low dragon roar. Its massive body flew up to the roof of the Han Jin Pavilion and perched there.

The emerald green scales reflected a deep blue luster.

It felt like stepping into a mythical era.

Lin Yan entered Han Jin Pavilion and found that Jia Yi and the others were having a meal there. It was still the same four councilors and Dai Chun. Lin Yan was already very familiar with them, so there was no need to be as polite and distant as before. He went straight to an empty seat and sat down.

"Zhu Xi, go and get Lin Yan a bowl and chopsticks."

Jia Yi said to Zhu Xi.

Zhu Xi nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go get it."

He fetched a set of chopsticks and a bowl and handed them to Lin Yan, then said with a smile, "Even if you've already eaten at home, don't miss this meal. It was personally cooked by Commander Dai."

Lin Yan was somewhat surprised. Was that really the case?

Dai Chun cooked himself?

He said with great interest, "Then I must try the chief's cooking. But let me make it clear beforehand, I am an upright and honest person who never flatters. If it's not good, I will speak frankly."

Dai Chun laughed and scolded, "Just eat your food. You can make a big fuss even when you're eating."

Lin Yan chuckled, then picked up a slice of twice-cooked pork and put it in his mouth.

Um?

That's pretty good!

Jia Yi laughed and asked, "Lin Yan, how is Master Dai's cooking?"

Lin Yan put down his chopsticks and said, "I only learned today that Chief Dai is not only skilled in both literature and martial arts, but also has such a hidden skill. He is truly a master of disguise."

"With this skill, he could easily be called an imperial chef. Giving it to me would be a waste."

He has always been upright and honest, and naturally he has to tell the truth.

Jia Yi sighed, "You don't know this, Dai Chun started out in the army as a cook, and now so many years have passed, and he's become a military region leader."

Dai Chun retorted, "Back then, Brother Deng was just a teacher at a military academy, but now he's Planetary level."

Deng Jun, who was usually stern and unsmiling, took a sip of wine today and said mysteriously, "There's something I've never told you before, and I'll tell you about it today."

Upon hearing this, Dai Chun immediately became anxious and stood up, saying, "Deng Jun! Don't blurt out everything after just a few drinks!"

I just called him Brother Deng.

They immediately turned hostile.

Tuoba Ji immediately pulled him to sit down and asked curiously, "What is it? Tell us."

Deng Jun laughed and said, "Back then, Dai Chun was in the cooking squad, and everyone called him 'Hān Dūn'. He wasn't like he is now; he was quite chubby. He was only in the cooking squad because of his big appetite. But I didn't expect him to have such good cultivation talent, so I transferred him out of there."

Dai Chun's face turned red with anxiety.

"I'm never inviting you to drink again next time. How can you tell everyone everything?"

The room erupted in laughter.

Jia Yi explained to Lin Yan that Dai Chun's wife was quite strict at home, and he was getting old, so she didn't allow him to drink alcohol. Sometimes he would sneak a little, but he felt it was tasteless, so he could only occasionally arrange to meet at the Han Jin Pavilion, where he would cook for them himself.

They drank and chatted, reminiscing about the past.

Those past years seem like they happened just yesterday when they talk about them.

Laughing, and crying.

They are all quite old, and they all personally experienced that era of despair and suffering, continuing the flame of Huaxia from that time of blood and fire.

When it comes to sad things.

Tuoba Ji, with tears streaming down his face, said, "Back then, Nan Biao told me that we couldn't retreat. What would happen to the hundreds of thousands of people along the river if we retreated?"

His hair was gray, and he was the oldest person present. His chin was trembling slightly, and the wrinkles on his face were even deeper.

"We can't fight it, we really can't fight it."

"We lost 753 soldiers to that monster before Nan Biao finally cut off its head."

"But at that time he was almost unrecognizable. He was holding on to his last breath. After he passed away, his wife and children said they wanted to see his body, but I didn't dare let them see it. I could only say that it was difficult to dispose of the body in the summer, so it had to be cremated on the spot."

Tuoba Ji lowered his head, tears streaming down his face.

He will never forget that scene.

That day, the sun shone brightly.

Dong Nanbiao's wife looked haggard as she held his black-and-white portrait and wept silently. His children cried bitterly, and the innocent voice of his daughter echoed in their ears.

"Mom, why hasn't Dad come back yet?"

Why are you and your older brother and sister crying?

Her little hand tugged at her mother's sleeve, and her voice was clear and bright. "Mommy, don't cry."

Don't cry.

Those moving names etched in history said that people should live like human beings, and have human rights, human happiness, and human dignity.

To prevent more people from crying.

I would not regret even if it meant dying nine times.

Lin Yan never expected to see this scene.

They were a bunch of drunkards, with empty bottles piled up on the table. They were all martial artists, so a little alcohol wouldn't have much of an effect, but under the influence of alcohol, their usual strength would crumble, and those unhealed scars would never be forgotten.

The grievances and pain they have endured over the years are no less than what others have suffered.

Compared to millions of people in the world, they represent power and influence, but compared to the trends of the times, they are just ordinary people who often feel powerless.

Jia Yi's eyes were a little red. He tapped the table and said, "That's enough drinking for today. We can't drink anymore. This is supposed to be a happy day, so how did it turn out like this?"

The group composed themselves.

Jia Yi looked at Lin Yan and sighed, "Lin Yan, we are really happy today."

"Did you know that after the production line was put into operation, the output of Coenzyme R3V was 23 times that of before? Jade Marrow is now being processed to saturation using medical instruments from Ancient Civilization Ruins. We can get 132 portions of Jade Marrow per month, whereas before we couldn't even get 10 portions."

"The production line for Coenzyme R3V is still being expanded, and X gene capsule are also being initially launched into the market. We have not only reduced the price, but will also implement educational subsidies so that students can use them first."

"Our costs are actually quite low. I will set up a new department to take charge of this matter and ensure that it is implemented effectively. Your Heaven Department will also supervise this in the future."

Lin Yan said, "Okay."

"Furthermore, human strength is great, but if one's mindset cannot keep up, it will cause trouble. From now on, the Heaven Department will be responsible for these matters. Just do what you should do and don't worry about your status or age. If the existing laws and regulations are not clear enough, urge them to make corrections."

Jia Yi solemnly said, "We must prioritize social stability and the interests of the people."

"I see."

Jia Yi laughed and said, "Speaking of which, your little girlfriend is quite capable. She actually managed to achieve the important result of Severed Limb Regeneration through research on the body tissue of the Eight-clawed Beast Emperor."

"Why are you keeping the Water of Life a secret, holding an auction instead of supplying it in large quantities? When they find out, they'll probably be dumbfounded."

Lin Yan smiled and said, "I didn't expect her to go this far either."

"That's wonderful. In a few years, I'll have your story written into textbooks so that future students will know what you two young people, not much older than them, did in 2056."

Zhu Xi's face was filled with anticipation and longing. "They must be so envious."

More than that!

They would even be so jealous of Wen Zhi'an's appearance that they would break down!

Lin Yan smiled.

Jia Yi stood up and said, "Alright, let's get down to business."

"Lin Yan, come with me."

Lin Yan was somewhat puzzled.

The others present appeared calm, clearly aware of the situation. They all stood up and followed Jia Yi over.

Lin Yan followed behind.

They entered a spacious room, Jia Yi turned on the light.

Under the white light, there were four glass display cases in the room.

Looking at the items in the glass display cases, Jia Yi said with emotion, "These things were all prepared for you, but I didn't expect them to be handed over to you so soon."

"Think back, five months ago, you were just a soldier."

Lin Yan's expression was somewhat solemn.

Jia Yi opened the first display case, inside which was a black military uniform, the style of which was somewhat similar to a military dress uniform. Lin Yan immediately noticed the shoulder insignia on the uniform, which was a gold star emblem.

"I had a set of uniforms specially designed for the Heaven Department, hoping that in the future it will signify justice and order."

"This is yours as minister."

Before Lin Yan could say anything, Jia Yi took two steps and opened the second display case. "This is a complete set of SS-rank combat suits and shields, the best of our products, and it's also custom-made for you."

Then the third display case was opened, revealing a black ring.

"This is the Black God Suit. You've seen it before. Once you put it on your hands, it will automatically penetrate your skin and absorb some of your blood to make it fit your body perfectly and change shape at will."

"It's virtually Damaged and can reduce the impact force by 90%, so it can protect you and give us more peace of mind."

"If you need to go on a mission, Black God Suit inside and the SS-class Combat Suit outside. This will minimize the risk."

Lin Yan fell silent, feeling a tightness in his chest. He suspected that someone had forced this out of him.

It's rare for Huaxia to have such a surplus.

I feel unworthy to receive this.

"There's one last thing."

With a mysterious smile on his face, Jia Yi unveiled the red silk draped over the last display case.

Lin Yan was taken aback.

This is?

An ancient sword.

It was entirely golden yellow and stood upright in the display case.

Jia Yi opened the glass display case and said softly, "Lin Yan, pull it out."

Lin Yan stepped forward, placed his hand on the hilt of the sword, and slowly drew it out.

One side of the sword is engraved with the sun, moon, and stars, while the other side is engraved with mountains, rivers, plants, and trees. One side of the hilt is inscribed with the techniques of farming and animal husbandry, while the other side is inscribed with the strategy of unifying the four seas.

This is?

Jia Yi smiled and said, "This is the sword that will be remembered throughout the ages in Huaxia."

"The Holy Way Radiant."

"Xuanyuan".

Lin Yan exclaimed in shock, "How is that possible?"

Whether the legends passed down from the Yellow Emperor's era 4,700 years ago are true or not is still in doubt.

Moreover, even if it existed, stripped of its mythological elements, it would just be a bronze sword!

"After testing, we confirmed that it was indeed a product of that era. However, the material used to forge the sword is very special; it is not ordinary copper. But its condition has not been well preserved over the years."

"I originally intended to treat it as an ancient artifact."

"But then I thought, with each strike of the hammer, the sword bears the marks of an era, and the sparks that fly are also the afterglow of a brilliant civilization. So I decided to recast it with modern technology to preserve the sword's original appearance as much as possible, hoping that the humanitarian spirit preserved in the Xuanyuan Sword can still shine brightly in your hands."

"That must be a beautiful story."

He said kindly, "Lin Yan, this is all we can give you. The rest of the journey is up to you."

Lin Yan looked at the five of them. They stood together, smiling at him, their eyes filled with entrustment and expectation.

Building on the past and forging ahead into the future.

This is a legacy.

The inheritance of morality.

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