Liuying Zishan’s beautiful eyes stared straight at Lu Yin. This was the first time she had ever stood face to face with him, as all of their previous communication had been done through video calls. Right now, she finally understood what this person from the Zishan family was like. He was extremely tyrannical, ruthless, and very different from what she had imagined. He was also unreasonably powerful to the point where even Explorers were no match for him.

“Since the Yushan family is in trouble, and Princess Wendy is nowhere in sight though probably alive, I, King Zishan Lu Yin, shall become the interim emperor. Do any of you object?” Lu Yin matter-of-factly declared. He disliked beating around the bush and so spoke very directly.

The result was obvious. The fact that Huo Qingshan and the other two had appeared was an answer in and of itself.

“The Fifth Imperial Squadron fully supports King Zishan,” Huo Qingshan answered.

“The Ninth Imperial Squadron fully supports King Zishan,” Rocky Auna answered.

“The Thirteenth Imperial Squadron fully supports King Zishan,” Liuying Zishan answered.

“The Twelfth Imperial Squadron fully supports King Zishan.” Ban Jiu, who had arrived at some point, also added in his support.

Lu Yin looked up, with a tired face. “Henceforth, I am both King Zishan as well as… the Royal Regent.”

For a long time now, it was impossible to rule as emperor just by simply ascending...