Love and Hate Entwined

Yi Yin's eyes flickered as he surveyed the surroundings. "Since Young Master possesses such a Secret Realm, we absolutely cannot let it go to waste."

"We have no idea how long we'll have to wait before the dynasty changes."

"We can't even be certain whether the Human Emperor at that time will still be this one."

"Since that's the case, we should make more arrangements before we know how long it will be until the opportunity arrives."

"Once we establish future national policies for the Shang Kingdom similar to those of Great Xia, every future successor to the throne must abdicate after a certain period."

"They can then bring the finest talents of their generation into this Secret Realm to cultivate."

"That way, we can build up more foundations for our Shang Kingdom."

"We can also continuously reduce our Shang Kingdom's power in the outside world, further lulling that person into complacency."

After hearing this, Qi's eyes flashed with appreciation, and he nodded. "Yi Yin is absolutely right. This plan is excellent. However, the selection of future successors to the throne must be handled with caution."

Yi Yin nodded. "We must establish a strict selection system. Only those possessing both virtue and ability will be allowed to inherit the throne."

"Moreover, the matter of the Secret Realm must remain confidential. Before the uprising officially begins, entry must be permitted while exit is forbidden."

"Even future rulers must not learn of it until they enter."

Qi nodded, his brows knitting slightly. "This plan is excellent, but with more people entering the Secret Realm, disorder will inevitably arise."

"We'll also need your help in devising a practical management plan."

Yi Yin smiled faintly. "Young Master is too modest. From what I can see, everything within the Secret Realm is already in perfect