Jennifer Williams
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After exploring the hydraulic forging machine, Li Er visited several other types of industrial equipment. The day’s experiences filled Li Er with so much excitement that he could barely contain his enthusiasm. There was no reason to feel embarrassed about this. To be frank, no emperor or king could maintain their sense of self-importance upon witnessing the incredible power of industry for the first time. For the first time, Li Er realized that humanity’s potential far exceeded his expectations. The…-
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Li Er had a strong Hun heritage within his lineage. Although he had, upon taking the throne, presented Li Dan, the founder of Taoism, as his ancestor, the truth was that his grandmother and mother both had pure Xianbei ancestry. To deny this would mean disavowing these two branches of his family, a choice Li Er would never make. Nevertheless, once he ascended to the throne, Li Er implicitly acknowledged Li Dan as his ancestral figure. He understood the concept of “compensating for deficiencies.” Li Er…
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In the past few years, Changle rarely entered the palace, and as a grandmother, Zhangsun Wu Fei only saw her grandson a few times throughout the year. Nevertheless, she genuinely adored him. Today, Su Che happened to stay overnight in the palace, and Zhangsun Wu Fei had specially kept him in her sleeping chambers, which proved quite challenging. Listening to her, Li Er couldn’t help but burst into hearty laughter. Then, he pointed to the rolled-up paper in Zhangsun Wu Fei’s hand and asked, “And…
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Many phenomena in the world don’t always adhere to a logical pattern. Most people spend their entire lives using water without realizing that the steam produced from boiling water could also serve as a power source. In fact, throughout thousands of years of human history and countless generations, only one person would eventually uncover this principle. Of course, the invention of the steam engine in later times wasn’t the work of a single individual. It was the culmination of the progress of…
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The stores lining the street were occupied, housing intriguing items from different regions. Over the past few years, the ancient Silk Road displayed signs of resurgence as the Western Regions gradually stabilized. Each day, caravans from the Western Regions entered and exited Changan City in an uninterrupted flow. With their pockets full, the common people were also eager to spend in these shops they had previously hesitated to enter. This continuous exchange fostered a thriving commercial…
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Days would change not by Li Er or Li Chengqian’s will. What would unfold would be beyond their intentions. As time passed day by day, it was just another ordinary day. Su Che rushed into the courtyard at the Princess’s residence, exclaiming, “Mother, Father wants you to come to the study.” At three years old, Su Che was naturally lively and active, as if he had endless energy every day. Seeing her son, Changle squatted down and tousled his hair. “What does your father want me to do?” Changle…
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Late at night, Li Chengqian angrily hurled a vase to the ground in the Eastern Palace. “Su Li!” His face twisted in rage, his teeth clenched. Li Er’s confinement had kept him in the Eastern Palace for some time. The Great Tang’s power and territory expanded rapidly, and the administrative workload grew. Though Li Er remained energetic, the sheer volume of affairs took a toll. Li Chengqian had recently started participating in state affairs, earning widespread praise from courtiers for his…
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“Father! Why is this happening?” Just moments ago, Zhangsun Chong, who had been attending a poetry gathering, was brought back angrily by Zhangsun Wuji and was now compelled to kneel before him. “Rebellious child! You have achieved nothing for the country and are useless to the people. How dare you defame Prince Yongle?” Zhangsun Wuji wasn’t ignorant of his son’s emotional turmoil. After all, even the most composed elderly people had once been young and passionate. However, Zhangsun Chong,…
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After the morning court session, Zhangsun Wuji arrived at the imperial palace the following day. Lately, his younger sister, Empress Zhangsun, had caught a cold. As her elder brother, he often visited the palace to check on her. As the most accomplished minister of the Imperial Smoky Pavilion, Zhangsun Wuji depended on more than just his achievements. His younger sister, now the empress, played a crucial role in maintaining the connection between the Zhangsun clan and the imperial family. Whether there…
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Inside the imperial palace, Li Er gazed at Changle in disbelief. “Did Su Li truly say that?” he asked, his expression reflecting a mix of surprise and disbelief. The situation was indeed a tragic one. Since the establishment of the steel factory in the princess’s residence, the iron production business, which was once under the control of the imperial family, had plummeted. Even within the Great Tang, being a royal enterprise didn’t exempt one from the laws of the market. The craftsmanship of…
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