Duogungun, one of Great Jin's pillars.
When Great Jin first entered the pass and its founding emperor was killed by the former dynasty's nation-protecting Martial Saint, Duogungun, his younger brother, had possessed both the seniority and strength to become emperor.
In the end, however, he had abandoned that idea out of consideration for his sister-in-law, becoming the Regent King and helping his nephew ascend the throne and rule the Central Plains.
Once the dynasty was secure, he had even returned power to his nephew, remaining behind the scenes and quietly serving as Great Jin's hidden pillar.
It could be said that Duogungun had always fulfilled his duties conscientiously, always considering the interests of Great Jin's realm.
Usually, Ru Yu'er remained in the Capital City while he traveled.
His very existence also kept the various powers wary of Great Jin. Although they exerted pressure through various channels and forced it to sign numerous unequal treaties, they ultimately could not sink their claws into the heart of the Central Plains.
Even the fact that many Jiedushi still acknowledged the court's supremacy was, to a large extent, due to his deterrent presence.
Today, however, this Prince Rui of the Heseri, a man of immense prestige throughout the world, appeared exceptionally amiable toward Lin Hao, this young Transmigrator.
Even Ding Guodong, standing nearby, found it somewhat surprising.
This prince had always maintained his dignity through distance and mystery. Seeing him so down-to-earth today was truly unusual.
Ding Guodong knew he did not command that sort of respect. It was the losses Great Jin had suffered this time that had shown the prince this Transmigrator's potential...
"...I did obtain a share of the Transmigrators' Permission, but it leaves me subject to someone else's control. After acquiring the ability to use items, I haven't used much