Put Away Your Divine Techniques Now! Chapter 1129 - 336: Empty

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Previously on Put Away Your Divine Techniques Now!...
Chen Yan learned about the history of an unknown race, focusing on the "He" dynasty. He noted their advanced systems, from governance and technology to culture and military, believing they had reached the pinnacle of the feudal system. However, upon the ninth Emperor's death without a clear successor, his two sons vied for the throne, plunging the dynasty into civil war and chaos.
Then, by a strange twist of fate, both princes met their end. Their demise came suddenly, before any decisive victory could be declared between the warring factions. One fell to a hidden blade, the other succumbed to illness. With the leaders gone, ambitious individuals rose from both sides, plunging the realm into utter pandemonium. Subsequently, regional powers began to align themselves... The turmoil, originating from the capital, cascaded into the provinces, igniting widespread conflict as each side marshalled their forces, engaging in a desperate struggle for the ultimate, elusive prize. The "He" dynasty was no more! Yet, the cessation of hostilities was not to be. Once a single faction seized the reins of power, the others refused to yield, branding the new leader a usurper and launching a united offensive. Every remaining faction proclaimed their right to inherit the legitimate rule of the "He" dynasty, fighting under this very banner. No single force possessed the overwhelming might to vanquish all others, thus perpetuating the relentless conflict. Chen Yan observed this historical saga with profound fascination, completely enthralled. This was because... The true victor was not among the ambitious warlords vying for control. It was a princess. This princess, fleeing the capital amidst the ensuing chaos, sought refuge in a distant territory – a small, nominally subordinate nation, much like a vassal state, beyond the direct influence of the central authority. Indeed, the princess proved to be exceptionally capable. She wed the king of this vassal state, thereby securing influence and status. Following the king's swift demise from illness, she inherited actual dominion over the land. She then rallied surrounding forces, forging her own alliance, and commenced her ambitious campaign to reclaim the central dynasty's throne. By this time, the internal strife within the central dynasty had reached a breaking point; the ambitious figures had been utterly depleted by their prolonged conflicts. When this Resurgent Princess led her confederated army, even employing cunning strategies of seduction and division to win over several of the former contenders, she eventually captured the capital, ascending to the pinnacle of power within the imperial palace. Witnessing this, Chen Yan could not suppress a hearty laugh. "Khaleesi will eventually return to Westeros, hahahahahaha..." · Alas, while there were dragons and a valiant steed, there was no Jon Snow. Chen Yan lamented the absence of a crucial element in the narrative. This princess ascended to the position of Empress—however, because her ability to reclaim the kingdom was not solely her own, much of it achieved through borrowed strength and strategic alliances. Consequently, although she regained the empire and occupied the Emperor's seat, she could not wield absolute, dominating authority as an Emperor. This Empress found herself compelled to make certain concessions, which further ignited Chen Yan's contemplation. Those who aided her in reclaiming the kingdom each became sovereign rulers within the newly established dynasty. A governing structure akin to a "council" took shape. The Empress held the title of Emperor, yet her decrees were not final; all nine allied factions were granted seats on this council. They meticulously devised a system, charting the distribution of power and establishing operational protocols. Upon observing this, Chen Yan couldn't help but heave a sigh. It felt as though, abruptly, an entirely new system had been born!! The feudal era, perhaps, had drawn its final breath. Chen Yan closed the history tome, but his curiosity intensified tenfold. It was akin to following an enthralling season finale, eagerly awaiting the next installment! However, as Chen Yan raised his head, he unexpectedly discovered that the book in his hand was the very last one on this section of stone cabinets! And this particular row of stone cabinets was the final row in this entire tier! Chen Yan immediately gathered his belongings, rose to his feet, and made his way toward a nearby doorway. To descend to the eighth subterranean level/ And, the ultimate floor! · A few moments later, as Chen Yan navigated the stairs and pushed open the door before him. He stood at the threshold, gazing into the abyss of the eighth subterranean level, his expression slowly hardening. There was no familiar arrangement, no orderly rows of imposing stone cabinets. The eighth subterranean level, the final layer of this domain. Utterly deserted! ·