A new administrative plan was established on the existing foundation.
Orders were sent out one after another from Star Moon Castle, reaching officials and military officers at every level throughout Qixing Territory.
For three consecutive days, Velin remained in his study, handling the outstanding administrative affairs in his hands. As for his cultivation plan, it could only be set aside for the time being.
"Lord, the people recommended by Chief Steward Belder and the others have no issues with their identities or backgrounds. They can be entrusted with important positions." Kyle placed a report on Velin's desk and spoke.
"Make preparations. Accompany me to the Frozen Zone shortly. I've finally freed up some time—it's time to deal with that forgotten Red Dragon."
"Yes."
The two arrived at the Frozen Zone and, guided by an Ice Maid, came to the Ice Castle.
"Madam, it has been a long time." Velin bowed to express his respect.
"It has been seven years. You have improved greatly during that time." Anastasia sat upright upon the Ice Throne, opened her eyes, and assessed Velin as she spoke.
"It is only a minor improvement, hardly worth mentioning. Still, I am honored by your praise."
Anastasia nodded slightly and gently raised her hand. A block of ice more than thirty meters tall appeared within the hall.
Inside the ice was a lifelike Red Dragon, with crimson-glowing scales, hard horns, and an expression that was no longer quite so ferocious.
From the Red Dragon's eyes, Velin could clearly see that his sanity was gradually collapsing.
It was easy to imagine how brutal Anastasia's research methods must have been. Otherwise, a dragon would not have worn such an expression.
"Disperse."
As soon as Anastasia spoke, the ice began to melt, revealing the Red Dragon sealed within.
The newly revived