In the years following the peace treaty signed between the Shadow Empire and the nation where Su Ran resided, prosperity flourished across the land. The citizens lived and worked in peace and contentment, the cities bustled with heavy traffic, trade was frequent, arts and culture thrived, and technological inventions emerged in an endless stream. Su Ran often strolled along the city walls of the imperial palace, overlooking the thriving land, his heart filled with deep gratification. He knew well that this hard-earned peace and prosperity had been exchanged with the blood and sweat of countless individuals, and he had to work even harder to safeguard this precious achievement.
As time passed, Su Ran's governance philosophy matured increasingly. He not only focused on the nation's military and technological development but also dedicated himself to improving the people's livelihood. He vigorously promoted educational reform, established schools, allowed more children the opportunity to receive an education, and cultivated a steady stream of knowledgeable and responsible talents. At the same time, he encouraged commercial innovation, lowered taxes, supported small and medium-sized enterprises, and promoted diversified economic development. Under his efforts, the nation's comprehensive strength reached an unprecedented height, becoming the focus of attention for countries around the world.
However, just when everything seemed calm and peaceful, a sudden disaster shattered this…
Chapter 218