The Great Yu Empire did not cease its recruitment campaign for military experts. Ever since Lu Yin had killed Karthika, various experts had cast their lots in with him, and already, seven Cruisers and more than twenty Explorers had joined him. These people had all come from forces in the nearby weaves that had been wiped out, and these people had all joined Lu Yin in hopes of using the Great Yu Empire’s strength to protect themselves. 

Due to their special status, Lu Yin did not arrange for these newly arrived experts to join the Thirteen Imperial Squadrons. Instead, they were sent to the regular military.

The Thirteen Imperial Squadrons’ authority was higher, and these people were not suited to join them. 

Ever since the universe’s great changes, Lu Yin had not really had any time to rest. But now, the four Lu departments had been established, where Huan Sha helped him manage the administrative aspect and En Ya with the military. With this extra assistance, Lu Yin finally had a moment of respite.

He took advantage of the darkness to leave King Zishan's palace at night. At that moment, he suddenly recalled that small pub where he had drunk wine with the Second Prince, Duke Yushan.

He returned to that bar and saw that the area had undergone some noticeable changes, mostly in the landscape. The few crises...