Joy of Life: I am Li Chengze, and I have mastered the Eight Wonders

Chapter 96 Imperial Power
Li Chengze gently took off his mask and said with a smug smile in his eyes: "Fan Xian, how do you feel? Hey, my craftsmanship is all right, right?" Upon hearing this, Fan Xian immediately moved closer to the robot that was originally lying like a corpse, and gently slid his fingers across its cold surface, exclaiming: "Wow, it's amazing! However, it feels completely without body temperature."

He then noticed the robot's skin and became even more confused: "Moreover, this skin is smooth and seamless, with no signs of stitches at all? My God, can this skin repair itself like a human's?"

Chen Pingping stood aside, his lips trembling slightly, and asked in disbelief: "Is this... the legendary rebirth technique? No, Your Majesty, how exactly is this done?"

Li Chengze explained: "Although Wuzhu destroyed its driving core, it accidentally retained its energy system. For safety reasons, I restricted some of its functions, including its simulation ability that is almost indistinguishable from the real thing. I don't want any embarrassing situation in the future where it is difficult to distinguish between the real and the fake."

"I also replaced the original laser weapon with an ordinary camera. This way, its combat power is maintained at the peak state of a ninth-grade master, which is enough to deal with most situations." He raised a sly smile, "In addition, I also installed a self-destruct device to prevent the temple from having any plans."

Upon hearing this, Fan Xian couldn't help but ask curiously, "You know so much about these machines, have you come into contact with them before?"

Li Chengze chuckled and said proudly, "To be honest, I was once a leader in the field of AI research, so I am naturally familiar with these things. However, the energy system of this robot is beyond my expectations. I thought it was controlled nuclear fusion technology, but it turned out not to be the case."

He pondered for a moment and continued, "It seems to be able to absorb radiation and convert it into energy. The sophistication of this design is far beyond my previous understanding. There must be extraordinary scientific and technological power behind it."

At this point, Li Chengze's eyes flashed with anticipation: "If I have the chance, I must go to the temple to find out for myself, and visit Senior Ye Qingmei by the way."

Upon hearing this, Fan Xian's expression suddenly changed: "You...you mean Ye Qingmei is in the temple? She's still alive?"

Chen Pingping was also shocked and asked, "Your Majesty, you mean that Ye Qingmei is not dead, but..."

Li Chengze shook his head slightly, with a hint of uncertainty in his tone: "Perhaps she has passed away, but it is also possible that she has just entered a deep state of hibernation. In short, everything remains to be verified."

Fan Xian's vision has been limited to his cradle since childhood, and his understanding of the world is still in its infancy. What makes him even more regretful is that when he first became conscious, the figure of his mother Ye Qingmei has been forever frozen in the dust of the past. The same is true for Chen Pingping. When he returned to Beijing, he only heard the sad news that the young lady had suffered a disaster, and the ashes that symbolized the end of life were said to be her final destination.

Li Chengze patted Fan Xian's shoulder and said meaningfully, "Fan Xian, there is a mystery hidden in the letter your mother left you. Imagine, if you were the fruit of the temple's scientific research, then when you were just a swaddling baby, how did Ye Qingmei use her magical powers to cleverly implant the memory fragments into your mind? Furthermore, since she has mastered the art of rebirth, why can't she escape the shackles of death herself?"

His eyes flickered as he continued to analyze, "For those who control the pinnacle of technology, the disappearance of the body is just an appearance. The true soul and wisdom may have already surpassed the boundary of life and death. What's even more strange is that after Ye Qingmei passed away, Wu Zhu, the loyal guardian, actually began to forget every bit of his time with her. His memories are like quicksand, gradually dissipating into nothingness. Is there a deeper plot behind this?"

Hearing this, Fan Xian's heart was filled with complex emotions. He nodded slowly, as if he had realized something: "She must have foreseen everything and knew that her memory would continue. Therefore, in the letter, she deliberately blurred the boundaries between time travel and rebirth, just to tell us that she was just sleeping in one world and waking up in another. Her memory was intact, but she just changed her body." His eyes were firm, and he continued: "How could such a wise woman not leave a way out for herself? Wu Zhu's memory loss may be one of the protection mechanisms she carefully designed to cover up the truth and protect everything she cherished. In this way, her death may just be another form of survival..."

Fan Xian was a little excited. He asked eagerly, "When can we uncover the mystery of the temple and find the unanswered questions?"

Li Chengze smiled calmly and responded, "When the world is unified, we can discuss this matter again. Right now, we have many more important things to deal with."

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"If we go there rashly without careful planning, we will probably fall into a desperate situation from which there is no turning back. Fan Xian, if you are determined to uncover the mystery of the temple, you must help me wholeheartedly." Li Chengze's words were filled with unquestionable determination. He then turned his gaze to Chen Pingping and continued, "As for you, Chen Pingping, the reason why your life has been extended is due to the considerations of Fan Xian and Daqing. The Overwatch Council will still play a key role in the days to come. If you have any other thoughts, I will make you experience a taste worse than death."

Upon hearing this, Chen Pingping nodded slightly, with complex emotions flashing in his eyes: "If I can see the lady's beauty again, I will be satisfied even if I die immediately. But, Your Majesty..." He hesitated to speak, as if he had expectations.

Li Chengze naturally understood his intention and said with a smile: "I know your wish. But before that, your leg disease must be cured first, so that you can better serve Daqing and prepare for a possible reunion in the future." His words revealed a hint of expectations and arrangements for the future.

The change of imperial power is often accompanied by turmoil and pressure. However, Li Chengze's world has quietly changed with the appearance of Li Chengyi, allowing him to get rid of the heavy responsibilities of the emperor and feel unprecedented ease. Li Chengyi, the carefully arranged stand-in, silently plays a key role, allowing Li Chengze to have more freedom.

At this moment, Li Chengze leisurely walked into the Tianxia No. 1 Building. His figure surprised Xu Fengnian: "Huh? Why are you here? The new emperor has ascended the throne, and you come and go freely like this, you really don't stick to any rules?" Li Chengze smiled and replied: "It's really not a joke, it's just that someone capable is doing it for me. Now I am also the leader of the Tianxia Association, which is also a kind of identity."

Xu Fengnian didn't understand what he meant, and asked, "So, you have given up the throne?" Li Chengze smiled with hidden meaning, "The throne remains, but the duties are different from before. The change of dynasties is inevitable, and bloodshed is inevitable, and killing is also needed to consolidate the imperial power. But I have my heart set on something, and the affairs of the court cannot hold me back. There are more important missions waiting for me to go on, such as escorting you back to Beiliang to reunite with your father."

Jian Jiuhuang was standing by, holding peanuts in his hand and drinking rice wine. He wanted to interject, but he felt that the task of rectifying the dynasty was more important than Mount Tai, so he kept silent. He knew that although everyone was eager to leave Daqing, they would be able to do so safely with Li Chengze's proper arrangements.

After entering the city, Jian Jiuhuang secretly admired the might of the Tiger Guards and the Red Armor Warriors, but he also realized that they were indispensable in Kyoto at the moment, and their duty of guarding was more important than Mount Tai. Therefore, he swallowed the suggestion he wanted to make.

When Xu Fengnian heard the other party's wish to see his father Xu Xiao, complex emotions surged in his heart. This scene quietly unfolded under the gaze of others, becoming a new chapter of memory.

(End of this chapter)