During this time, En Ya had been handling the Lu Ministry of Defense’s affairs, and Xueshan Auna was just a figurehead. It was much like how, if Huo Qingshan left the Thirteen Imperial Squadrons, then Lu Yin would definitely offer the Huo family another position of power to maintain the balance. Regardless of whether it was the Auna or the Huo family, each one of them carried a certain amount of influence in the Great Yu Empire’s military.

Wendy Yushan rarely made any appearances during this time, and even Lu Yin only saw her once. He knew that she was cultivating the Yu Secret Art, and that the secret technique was part of the reason why she continued to remain in isolation. Another reason why she was staying out of sight was to avoid raising people’s suspicions. The empire could not be ruled by two people, and since she was not suitable to manage the empire, she was content with living behind the scenes. 

One day, after the daily morning meeting ended and when Lu Yin just returned to King Zishan's palace, Bronsen reported that someone was seeking an audience with the regent.

Lu Yin moved to the sitting room, where he saw a dejected-looking person who was nervously waiting for him. When the person saw Lu Yin, he immediately bowed. “Ding Xing of Northcastle Weave’s Greatsword Dynasty pays his respects to Your Majesty, the Great Yu Empire’s Royal Regent.” 

Lu Yin had the man dispense...