Ming Dynasty and New Rome and Infinite Magic Machine

Chapter 1607 The Ultimate Sense of Security
Therefore, Rome never produced such a great man. Ultimately, no such person was born. Should this be considered Rome's fortune or misfortune?

"I think no one can answer that accurately."

“I think it’s probably just luck,” Victoria concluded as the monarch. “I think it’s a good thing that no such ‘genius’ has emerged. Because there’s nothing wrong with the current path. Everyone can get the future they want, and the Virtual Faction is truly thinking about the well-being of everyone. Moreover, it’s the only way to achieve a permanent reconciliation with Aurora.”

【Yeah? 】

“Apollonia, there is something you should understand—there cannot be two suns in the sky, nor two rulers for the people. There can only ever be one sun under heaven. Rome has been the moon for long enough in the past, and it was a compromise. When the true chosen one arrives, do not obstruct the path of the wise; that is the right choice.”

Throughout history, few people have made such a wise choice as you.

"Jie Jie Jie."

"No more 'hehehe'!" Ms. Agatha warned in a cold voice.

"Oh, I know, but that's exactly what I'm most proud of."

Why are you so proud?

"Because I can marry Shangluo."

Apollonia was shocked. "Why?"

"Think about it, wasn't there once such a person in history—a young man who once tried to assassinate Dong Zhuo in his youth, and whose lifelong dream was to become the 'General Who Conquers the West of Han'? In the midst of the struggle for power in the chaotic world, he gradually lost his original aspirations, and in the end, he could only recite with deep emotion on the Bronze Sparrow Terrace: 'If Heaven's mandate is indeed with me, I wish to be King Wen of Zhou.' This person, needless to say, is Cao Cao. But why did Cao Cao change his ways?"

[Well, I don't think this has anything to do with whether he's become corrupt. Even if he remained loyal to the Han Dynasty at heart, he had his own independent regime. He had to be responsible for his regime, and he had to secure a future for all his subordinates; otherwise, they would all become disloyal before his death. So he had to appear to be 'making progress,' even though he was constantly applying the brakes, he ultimately ended up like King Wen of Zhou. Many people believe that Cao Cao's inner conflict stemmed from the fact that he wasn't surnamed Liu. Cao Cao lacked the 'ultimate sense of security' that only a member of the Han imperial family possessed.]

Although there were many members of the Han imperial family at the time, if Cao Cao himself hadn't been surnamed Liu, his powerful regime would have been a thorn in the side of the court. If Cao Cao hadn't made all the necessary preparations before his death, his fate after losing power would have been predictable. In Han Dynasty history, there were quite a few people who wielded similar power.

After all, besides Cao Cao, Huo Guang was another person who deposed and installed emperors. Although Huo Guang received the most honors after his death, he was quickly forgotten. His family did not fare so well—the entire Huo clan was executed for their crimes.

From the very beginning, Cao Cao's path of supporting an emperor was destined to lead him down a dark and treacherous road.

However, even if Cao Cao were a member of the imperial clan, he might still have taken this path. I think the route might have been different, but he would likely have ultimately clashed with Emperor Xian of Han. Of course, because Cao Cao was a member of the imperial clan, the nature of the problem would be different, as evidenced by numerous examples from the later Cao Wei and Sima dynasties. Some succeeded, some didn't.

“But then again,” Victoria said, raising a finger as if Archimedes were shouting “Eureka!” in the bathtub, “what if the Emperor Xian of Han that Cao Cao found on his escape route was a woman!”

【？？？】 "Look, when Emperor Xian of Han was the Prince of Chenliu, he was known for his good looks and intelligence, which is why Dong Zhuo had a reason to make him emperor, right?"

Wait, I can see the dialog box you mentioned. You've already changed the pronoun to 'she'!

"Let me finish. Think about it. If Emperor Xian of Han were a lovely girl who was simply disguised as a man and placed on the throne, the situation would be different, right? What I just mentioned about Cao Cao's 'ultimate sense of security' as a member of the imperial clan is far too limited. If Emperor Xian of Han were a lovely girl, wouldn't that 'ultimate sense of security' be truly realized?"

What weird thing did you see?! Shangluo, you need to do something about her!

"That seems to make some sense. Oh, I didn't say there's no problem with it. This is indeed a bit outrageous."

"That's not absurd at all. Look at Dong Zhuo sleeping on the emperor's bed at night, whose bed was he sleeping in?"

What kind of unofficial history are you reading?!

"Never mind where I saw it. Tell me, is my reasoning right or wrong?"

"Okay." Shang Luo pressed his forehead. "To be fair, there is some truth to it. But how did you come up with that idea?"

Victoria pointed to the top of her head: "You may not see my name on the top of my head. But my full name is 'Victoria III of the Palaiologos-Issurian Dynasty.' This means that in my family, there was a male member of the Palaiologos family who married an emperor of the Issurian family, and the Issurian family at that time was ruled by an empress. This kind of thing, where an empress marries a powerful minister or a talented young man, has happened many times in Roman history, and it can indeed unite both families and bring ultimate security to both sides."

"Okay, okay. I know where your train of thought comes from."

So that's what you were thinking.

“So, did I make the wrong choice?” Victoria tilted her head. “I chose the right path. I wouldn’t believe anyone else who told me that. How could the Roman Empire be handed over to someone on the other side of the world so easily? But if that person is someone I know, and we can forge a permanent ‘covenant,’ then it couldn’t be simpler. Aunt Agatha, you think so too, don’t you?”

Agatha shook her head: "I'll pretend I didn't hear those strange comments you picked up from who-knows-where. Only that last sentence makes sense. I'm really glad you think that way. Your father might have some reservations, but he should be willing to accept this outcome. After all, marriage is the oldest and most enduring covenant among humankind."

"Waaah, Auntie, you're so kind."

“So, Shangluo,” Ms. Agatha turned to him, “this case is really important to Victoria. For his sake, you must win. This is my request as a parent. I will help you. I know where to find the best lawyers.”

(End of this chapter)