Beneath the seemingly calm surface of the political arena, undercurrents surged. The fierce competition and subtle maneuvering among various factions filled the entire political sphere with vitality and vigor.
Especially when witnessing the rise and development of the academic faction, people could not help but sigh: "The times have truly changed!"
However, the handover of internal power was not smooth. Although the pace of opening up to the outside world had accelerated further, this was also a period when high-ranking leaders held relatively weak individual authority. Everyone possessed a certain degree of strength and influence, allowing them to contend with one another. Yet, this situation would not last long.
Chapter 224