The Great Dream God

In the solemn and dignified Senate, the heavy atmosphere was like a thick haze, which made people almost unable to breathe. This ancient building, carrying the glory and history of the human empire, was now immersed in tension and depression.

The people from Princess Ziyang's faction sat on one side with gloomy faces, their eyes revealing suppressed anger, that anger was like a volcano about to erupt, but was forcibly suppressed in their hearts. They sat there quietly, listening to the people from Zhang Tianlong's faction directing and acting in the middle of the hall, and the dissatisfaction and anger in their hearts surged like a tide.

Zhang Tianlong's group stood in the middle of the hall with a haughty attitude. Their figures were particularly abrupt in the empty Senate. Among them, Zhang Tianlong himself seemed to be in high spirits, and his sharp eyes revealed a firm determination. He took a step forward and said passionately: "We must restart the Protector of the Country system! Elect a regent Protector of the Country! To distribute power! Don't let any one party dominate!" His voice echoed in the empty Senate with an unquestionable determination. Every word was like a heavy hammer, hitting the hearts of everyone present.

As soon as Zhang Tianlong finished speaking, his followers responded one after another. They shouted in unison, the sound was deafening: "The Protectorate System will bring fairness and justice! It will bring new hope to the human empire!" These words continued to echo in the Senate, as if to shake this ancient building to the point of collapse.

When the people of Princess Ziyang's group heard this, they immediately expressed their strong opposition. They all stood up, with anger burning in their eyes. One of the respected elders spoke first, his voice firm and powerful: "This is a wanton destruction of the imperial tradition! It is a serious challenge to the authority of the Senate! We firmly oppose it!" His words resonated with the people of Princess Ziyang's group, and they shouted loudly: "The Protector of the Country system is a historical regression! We can't let this happen!"

However, Zhang Tianlong's group turned a deaf ear to these opposing voices. They continued to expound their views, trying to convince everyone present. Zhang Tianlong spoke again, his voice even more passionate: "Today's human empire needs a strong leader, a protector who can distribute power and maintain fairness! Only in this way can we avoid excessive concentration of power and lead the human empire to a more prosperous future!"

Princess Ziyang sat there quietly, listening to the heated debate between the two sides. Her heart was filled with worries. She knew that Zhang Tianlong's people were determined to select the Duke of Protector of the Country, and their forces also had a certain advantage in the Senate. She knew that she was facing a difficult choice at this moment: either watch the Senate of the Human Empire being split, which would lead to the crisis of the entire Human Empire falling apart; or choose to compromise and select a so-called Duke of Protector of the Country to maintain superficial peace.

Time passed by in the heated debate. The atmosphere in the Senate became increasingly tense, as if a storm was about to break out. Neither side was willing to give in, and the debate became increasingly heated.

Finally, Princess Ziyang slowly stood up. Her eyes revealed a kind of determination and helplessness. She took a deep breath and slowly said: "Everyone, we are all well aware of the current situation of the human empire. We all hope that the empire can prosper and the people can live and work in peace. However, now we are facing a difficult choice. The system of the Duke of Protectorate proposed by Zhang Tianlong's faction, although it violates the tradition of the empire, under the current situation, perhaps this is a way to temporarily maintain peace."

As soon as Princess Ziyang spoke, her followers showed surprised expressions. They didn't understand why Princess Ziyang would make such a compromise. However, Princess Ziyang continued, "I know that everyone has many doubts and objections to the Protectorate system. But we must face reality. We can't let the Senate fall into endless struggles, and we can't let the human empire decline because of our internal friction."

Princess Ziyang's words made everyone present fall into deep thought. Although they were still dissatisfied with the Duke of Protectorate system, they also understood that Princess Ziyang's choice was made out of consideration for the entire empire.

After intense discussions and weighing, the final voting results came out. Zhang Tianlong got his wish and became the Protector of the Human Empire. This former emperor, now as the Protector of the Empire, once again returned to the Senate with a proud attitude.

When it was announced that Zhang Tianlong had become the Duke of Protector of the Country, a smug smile appeared on Zhang Tianlong's face. His eyes were full of pride and arrogance, as if he was announcing his victory to everyone. He walked up to the rostrum of the Senate with a confident step, overlooking the people below.

Princess Ziyang looked at the arrogant Zhang Tianlong in front of her and suppressed her anger. She kept smiling, but there was a hint of irony in that smile. She said slowly: "With the new Duke of Protectorate, the entire human empire will become more democratic! In the future, please give me more advice, Zhang Tianlong, Duke of Protectorate!" There was a subtle sarcasm in her words, but everyone present could feel her dissatisfaction.

Zhang Tianlong heard the irony in Princess Ziyang's words, but he didn't care. He smiled proudly and said, "Thanks to Princess Ziyang's support, I will do my best to serve the human empire and make the empire more prosperous and powerful!" His words were full of confidence, but to Princess Ziyang and her followers, it was just a hypocritical statement.

With Zhang Tianlong becoming the Duke of Protector of the Country, the political landscape of the human empire has undergone tremendous changes.

When Zhang Tianlong heard this, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a contemptuous smile, and a cold snort came out of his nose, as if he was extremely disdainful of the other party. He slowly stood up, with an upright posture, but with a kind of indifference that kept people at a distance. He did not even look at Princess Ziyang, but turned around resolutely, ready to leave with firm steps. Every move he made seemed so resolute, as if Princess Ziyang was like air in his eyes, insignificant enough to be completely ignored.

His back, under the sunlight, looked particularly slender and cold. His straight spine seemed to speak of his determination and unyielding spirit, and also seemed to be a silent protest to the person in front of him. The sunlight shone on him, but it could not warm his cold breath. He walked away without any nostalgia, leaving only a cold and resolute back to everyone.

At this time, Meng Jin also stood up slowly. There was a meaningful smile on his face, which seemed to contain countless deep meanings. His eyes fell calmly on Princess Ziyang, and he slowly said: "Your Majesty! You should ask the soldiers of the Senate to withdraw from my private residence! That is my place! What you are doing is also illegal!" His tone was calm and firm, but full of provocation and dissatisfaction. Every word was like a heavy bomb, exploding in the air, causing an invisible wave.

Meng Jin's eyes revealed an undisguised confidence and courage. He looked directly at Princess Ziyang, as if announcing his position and attitude to her. His words were like a sharp sword, piercing the opponent's vital points, making it impossible for people to ignore his existence and demands.

Princess Ziyang's face instantly darkened after hearing Meng Jin's words. She bit her lower lip tightly with her teeth, and her eyes revealed an uncontrollable anger. She never thought that Meng Jin would dare to say such a bold thing to her. In her heart, as a princess, she had supreme authority, and no one should be so disrespectful to her. However, at this moment, Meng Jin's words made her feel an unprecedented provocation and threat.

But Princess Ziyang had experienced many ups and downs, and she quickly adjusted her emotions. She took a deep breath, tried to calm herself down, and then forced a smile on her face, nodded slightly and said, "I will ask them to withdraw immediately. Those imperial soldiers were sent to your house to protect your family!" Although her voice was calm, it revealed a hint of helplessness and compromise.

Meng Jin heard Princess Ziyang's answer and showed a mocking smile on his face. He said coldly: "Then I thank you for your protection! Goodbye, Your Majesty!" After that, he waved his hand, and the action was full of disdain and contempt. Then, he turned around without hesitation and strode to catch up with Zhang Tianlong who had already walked away. The figures of the two gradually disappeared outside the gate of the Senate.

In the Senate, only Princess Ziyang was left. She stood there quietly, her face as cold as ice. Her eyes revealed deep helplessness and worry, an unspeakable heavy emotion. The air around her seemed to solidify because of her emotions, making people feel a depressing atmosphere.