Extreme Cold Era: Shelter Don't Keep Waste-Chapter 710 - 663 Political Wisdom

The fact that Perfikot is a perfect life form didn't cause much of a stir, except that it seemed to evoke a motherly affection in Eldest Princess Annie, making her want to care for Perfikot even more.

On the other hand, the Empress became more interested in Perfikot's form of life, and there seemed to be a hint of her wanting to use this technology to transform Eldest Princess Annie.

This is quite understandable, given that Perfikot is extraordinarily outstanding. If such a technology could be applied to Eldest Princess Annie, transforming her into an equally remarkable existence like Perfikot...

No, even if Annie could only achieve eighty percent of Perfikot's excellence, it would be a great blessing to the entire Empire.

However, in the end, the Empress did not make this request to Perfikot; she only asked detailed questions about the perfect life form and then refrained from saying more.

Even when Perfikot told her this technology could be applied to adults, the Empress did not express any other ideas.

Perfikot did not pursue the matter further, as she did not feel it was appropriate to express certain views or opinions on this topic.

In the end, this matter was just an interlude and did not cause any waves.

If there was any change, perhaps it was Eldest Princess Annie's renewed attempt to reconcile with Perfikot.

But due to the Empress not altering her plans and considering the current political situation of the Empire, Perfikot could only do some superficial work without making any deep changes.

This obviously was not good news for Eldest Princess Annie.

However, now much more mature, Eldest Princess Annie also saw through some plays and did not continue to insist, only performing some superficial acts with Perfikot.

Later, when discussing this matter with her advisors, several veteran ministers were not surprised by this outcome.

"Your Highness, although you may not want to hear this, keeping some distance from Count Brandelis is good for the entire Empire and likewise for yourself and Count Brandelis," said an old man with white hair and beard, his eyes glistening with sharp insight.

Hearing the old man's words, Eldest Princess Annie was slightly puzzled and curiously asked, "Lord Victor, why do you say this? I can understand how it might be beneficial for Perfikot, but what is the benefit for the Empire?

Didn't you previously say the Empire is currently at a critical juncture of internal and external distress, and I should try to unite the forces of the Northern Territory to revive the Empire?"

This conversation took place previously when Eldest Princess Annie and her advisors discussed the current state of the Empire and what she should be doing.

Several advisors suggested that Eldest Princess Annie should aim to ease relations with Perfikot as much as possible, avoiding intense conflict between the Royal Family and the Northern Faction, especially avoiding fierce confrontations with Perfikot herself.

"Your Highness, it's good that you remember what we said, but your perspective on the issue is still somewhat one-sided. You should learn to view issues more comprehensively and not entirely believe what we say," said the old advisor named Victor, clearly pleased and satisfied with Eldest Princess Annie's demeanor but still voicing some new requirements.

Seeing that Eldest Princess Annie listened to his words, the old advisor continued, "Your Highness, if you have a great relationship with Count Brandelis, and the Royal Family and Northern Faction have no conflicts of interest, both working unitedly to build the country, is that truly good?"

Hearing this question, Eldest Princess Annie was clearly taken aback, not understanding why this loyal advisor, trusted by her mother, would ask such a seemingly absurd question.

The old man also saw Eldest Princess Annie's confusion but laughed and then asked her the question in a different way, "It looks like Your Highness hasn't understood my question. I'll ask it another way then: If a giant has two heads, and both heads can control their body, but there's a noticeable disparity in strength and intelligence between them, and the weaker head supports the stronger one, what will happen in the end?"

The old advisor's question nearly fried Eldest Princess Annie's brain, but she quickly switched her thinking and followed the advisor's rhythm, seriously thinking before answering, "The weaker head would become a vassal to the smarter head?"

"Yes, it would become a vassal," the old advisor nodded, then continued, "This is exactly the situation within the Empire: The Northern Faction and the Royal Family are like the Empire's two heads in dispute. When they work together, undoubtedly they can make the Empire—the giant—exert stronger power, keeping all efforts unified.

But the Northern Faction is notably larger and stronger than the Royalist Party, not to mention they have the genius leadership of Count Brandelis.

Though meaning no disrespect to Your Highness, perhaps even you must admit there's a considerable gap between you and Count Brandelis.

When you have great relations with Count Brandelis and the Northern Faction and the Royalist Party are collaborating harmoniously, who truly leads: You or Count Brandelis?"

Upon hearing the old advisor's explanation, Eldest Princess Annie finally understood his point.

This is indeed a matter that demands focus and vigilance. Eldest Princess Annie knew that even if Perfikot held no such intention, her ever-growing influence on the Empire meant her power would inevitably swell, even if she didn't want to become a powerful minister, someone would elevate her to that position, possibly pushing her to surpass the Royal Family.

Such scenarios were not unheard of in the history of Victor Empire, so when the old advisor talked about these things, Eldest Princess Annie quickly grasped his meaning.

If she relied too much on Perfikot, who would truly govern the Empire: herself or Perfikot?

Though she personally did not mind, and she believed Perfikot might even detest sitting at that position, others within the Empire would undoubtedly see it differently.

The old advisor then added, "In this regard, Count Brandelis sees clearer than anyone, so much so that she has deliberately pushed for the restructuring of the National Assembly and establishment of the Prime Minister Cabinet system, aiming to cultivate and establish a more effective political system for the Empire, and no longer rely on any single person."