Chapter 201: Tampering
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Chapter 201: Tampering
Infer Capital · Smedley Royal University.
The well-dressed history professor, Hubert, stood at the podium, passionately lecturing on the history of the Empire of Infer.
In the spacious classroom, dozens of students were dozing off.
Many appeared to be sitting attentively in their seats, but their glazed eyes betrayed their wandering minds.
No—they were probably already secretly browsing the internet.
Professor Hubert watched this scene with growing resignation.
The internet was truly something both beloved and loathed!
He loved its ability to disseminate information. No longer did one need to spend money on newspapers to stay updated; fresh content was available almost every moment one logged on.
Especially after the recent redesign of the Empire of Infer Gazette, its appeal had skyrocketed.
Not only were the webpages more aesthetically pleasing, but they were also divided into several sections, such as: News, Videos, Current Affairs, Aji De Ideology, Technology, Sharp Critiques, Think Tanks, Governance... and so on.
The content had grown increasingly diverse.
No matter who you were, you could always find a section you liked.
Professor Hubert had keenly observed that most workers preferred watching videos. They would open their virtual screens after work, cheering excitedly at footage of frontline battles—sometimes even disrupting traffic.
Hubert guessed this had something to do with literacy rates.
Professors at Smedley Royal University, on the other hand, were more drawn to sections like Aji De Ideology, Governance, Sharp Critiques, and Think Tanks.
These sections covered the emerging policies and core tenets of the Empire of Infer, holding an inexplicable allure for intellectuals.
The introduction of the Sharp Critiques section, where people could speak freely, had particularly sparked heated discussions among university professors.
Outstanding contributions were even recommended to the Aji De Ideology section, evoking a sense of glory akin to being featured in the Empire’s royal publications of old—if not surpassing it.
At the very least, the internet was accessible to all citizens of the Empire of Infer, making its influence immeasurable.
Of course, while the internet had many advantages, it also had its drawbacks.
One of them was how easily students got distracted during class.
But there was nothing to be done about it. After all, history was a niche subject.
Graduates of this discipline had few career paths beyond teaching. Occasionally landing a newspaper column for some extra income was already considered quite fortunate.
"Ding ding ding..."
The mechanical chime signaling the end of class instantly revived the drowsy classroom.
Countless students perked up, lifting their heads.
Hubert smiled helplessly. "Class dismissed!"
"Goodbye, Professor Hubert!"
"Did you see? Our tank division has captured another city! They’ve already advanced to the Peg Plains! Just two hundred miles more, and they’ll reach the capital of the Farlay Dynasty!"
"I saw! The speed is lightning-fast!"
"Long live the Empire of Infer!"
The classroom erupted in excitement.
Several male students cheered loudly, completely unfazed by the professor’s presence.
In truth, scenes like this weren’t unique to Smedley Royal University—they could be found on every street and alley of the Empire of Infer.
You must know, ever since Mr. Aji De commanded the Ting-01 fleet to capture the Osston Defense Line and began advancing toward the Farlay Dynasty, the entire Infer Workers' Republic had practically fallen into a state of collective fervor.
The self-esteem and confidence of countless citizens had been uplifted to unprecedented heights!
This series of military victories not only shocked the remnants of the Imperial family of Infer but also unified the hearts of the people across the nation.
To the populace, this was what Infer should truly be!
In stark contrast, the former Empire of Infer had plummeted into the dust, its prestige suffering a fatal blow—its popular support utterly lost.
Many even harbored a tinge of resentment—why hadn’t Mr. Aji De emerged sooner?
Had he done so, the Farlay Dynasty would never have had a chance to rise.
Creak—
The classroom door suddenly swung open.
The previously buzzing classroom instantly fell silent.
Standing at the entrance were two men dressed in black work uniforms, their collars adorned with badges and their chests bearing white nameplates.
Their appearance unmistakably marked them as officials of the newly established Infer Workers' Republic.
Why had the authorities sent people here?
Could it be… that there were remnants of the Imperial family among them?
After all, recently, the government had been arresting Imperial remnants everywhere—these figures practically symbolized the presence of such fugitives.
"Are you Professor Hubert?" one of the men asked, looking directly at Hubert.
The students in the classroom exchanged bewildered glances, their expressions a mix of confusion and shock as they turned to Professor Hubert. Could their seemingly unremarkable professor actually have ties to the Imperial family?
"That’s me! What is this about?" Hubert replied, forcing composure even as cold sweat drenched his back. His mind raced—had he done something wrong recently?
Had it been the articles he published in the Imperial Royal Gazette?
Or perhaps some opinions he’d voiced on the internet?
Or was it his wife’s association with noble social circles that had implicated him?
Paranoia gripped him, his heart tightening in fear that he might have committed some offense.
"Mr. Aji De has heard that Professor Hubert is a leading authority in history. He has some questions he’d like to consult with you and wishes to extend an invitation for a discussion," the man said politely.
The moment these words were spoken, not only Hubert but the entire classroom was stunned.
Good heavens!
An invitation from Mr. Aji De?
By the gods!
After all, Mr. Aji De was the de facto leader and spiritual figurehead of the Infer Workers' Republic.
He also bore an esteemed title—the Internet God!
Either of these identities alone was beyond their wildest imaginations.
For such an eminent figure to invite Professor Hubert—how could anyone not be shocked?
"Th-this… Yes, of course! Is it now, or… when?" Hubert stammered, overwhelmed with excitement.
"If Professor Hubert isn’t occupied, now would be ideal!"
"Yes, yes, of course!"
Hubert nodded hastily, stepping forward before suddenly realizing he’d forgotten his belongings. He turned back to grab his hat from the desk and the silver-tipped cane leaning against the lectern.
As he hurried out of the classroom, he quickly instructed a student to inform the university and arrange for his classes.
Once outside, the hallway of the now-dismissed school building was crowded with students and teachers.
Everyone watched as the two officials from the Empire of Infer escorted Professor Hubert away, their faces filled with shock and confusion, too afraid to step forward and ask questions.
It wasn’t until Hubert’s students spread the news of Mr. Aji De’s invitation that Smedley Royal University finally understood the situation—only to plunge into even greater astonishment.
How could a history professor so obscure he might as well be a royal genealogist possibly catch the eye of Mr. Aji De?
While Smedley Royal University buzzed with heated discussion, Hubert boarded a custom steam car.
The interior was quiet, the soundproofing excellent.
Hubert sat stiffly in the back seat, watching the crowds rushing past outside the window, his mind a tangled mess.
He kept rehearsing what he would say when he met Mr. Aji De.
Why had Mr. Aji De invited him in the first place?
Lost in his thoughts, the car left the city and entered a vast estate.
Hubert knew this estate had once been a vacation villa for the imperial family of the Empire of Infer, but now it clearly served as Mr. Aji De’s residence.
The car passed through the gardens before finally stopping in front of a five-story architectural complex referred to as the "palace."
After the guards at the door opened it, Hubert stepped out, flattered and nervous, and followed a servant inside.
They ascended a spiral staircase, arriving at a study on the third floor.
Knock, knock.
"Mr. Aji De, Professor Hubert from Smedley Royal University’s history department has arrived."
The servant’s mention of the word "Royal" sent a slight tremor through Hubert’s heart.
Before he could dwell on it, a voice called from inside.
"Come in!"
At the sound, the servant opened the door and respectfully gestured for Hubert to enter.
Taking a deep breath, Hubert suppressed his excitement and stepped inside.
Infer Capital · Smedley Royal University.
The well-dressed history professor, Hubert, stood at the podium, passionately lecturing on the history of the Empire of Infer.
In the spacious classroom, dozens of students were dozing off.
Many appeared to be sitting attentively in their seats, but their glazed eyes betrayed their wandering minds.
No—they were probably already secretly browsing the internet.
Professor Hubert watched this scene with growing resignation.
The internet was truly something both beloved and loathed!
He loved its ability to disseminate information. No longer did one need to spend money on newspapers to stay updated; fresh content was available almost every moment one logged on.
Especially after the recent redesign of the Empire of Infer Gazette, its appeal had skyrocketed.
Not only were the webpages more aesthetically pleasing, but they were also divided into several sections, such as: News, Videos, Current Affairs, Aji De Ideology, Technology, Sharp Critiques, Think Tanks, Governance... and so on.
The content had grown increasingly diverse.
No matter who you were, you could always find a section you liked.
Professor Hubert had keenly observed that most workers preferred watching videos. They would open their virtual screens after work, cheering excitedly at footage of frontline battles—sometimes even disrupting traffic.
Hubert guessed this had something to do with literacy rates.
Professors at Smedley Royal University, on the other hand, were more drawn to sections like Aji De Ideology, Governance, Sharp Critiques, and Think Tanks.
These sections covered the emerging policies and core tenets of the Empire of Infer, holding an inexplicable allure for intellectuals.
The introduction of the Sharp Critiques section, where people could speak freely, had particularly sparked heated discussions among university professors.
Outstanding contributions were even recommended to the Aji De Ideology section, evoking a sense of glory akin to being featured in the Empire’s royal publications of old—if not surpassing it.
At the very least, the internet was accessible to all citizens of the Empire of Infer, making its influence immeasurable.
Of course, while the internet had many advantages, it also had its drawbacks.
One of them was how easily students got distracted during class.
But there was nothing to be done about it. After all, history was a niche subject.
Graduates of this discipline had few career paths beyond teaching. Occasionally landing a newspaper column for some extra income was already considered quite fortunate.
"Ding ding ding..."
The mechanical chime signaling the end of class instantly revived the drowsy classroom.
Countless students perked up, lifting their heads.
Hubert smiled helplessly. "Class dismissed!"
"Goodbye, Professor Hubert!"
"Did you see? Our tank division has captured another city! They’ve already advanced to the Peg Plains! Just two hundred miles more, and they’ll reach the capital of the Farlay Dynasty!"
"I saw! The speed is lightning-fast!"
"Long live the Empire of Infer!"
The classroom erupted in excitement.
Several male students cheered loudly, completely unfazed by the professor’s presence.
In truth, scenes like this weren’t unique to Smedley Royal University—they could be found on every street and alley of the Empire of Infer.
You must know, ever since Mr. Aji De commanded the Ting-01 fleet to capture the Osston Defense Line and began advancing toward the Farlay Dynasty, the entire Infer Workers' Republic had practically fallen into a state of collective fervor.
The self-esteem and confidence of countless citizens had been uplifted to unprecedented heights!
This series of military victories not only shocked the remnants of the Imperial family of Infer but also unified the hearts of the people across the nation.
To the populace, this was what Infer should truly be!
In stark contrast, the former Empire of Infer had plummeted into the dust, its prestige suffering a fatal blow—its popular support utterly lost.
Many even harbored a tinge of resentment—why hadn’t Mr. Aji De emerged sooner?
Had he done so, the Farlay Dynasty would never have had a chance to rise.
Creak—
The classroom door suddenly swung open.
The previously buzzing classroom instantly fell silent.
Standing at the entrance were two men dressed in black work uniforms, their collars adorned with badges and their chests bearing white nameplates.
Their appearance unmistakably marked them as officials of the newly established Infer Workers' Republic.
Why had the authorities sent people here?
Could it be… that there were remnants of the Imperial family among them?
After all, recently, the government had been arresting Imperial remnants everywhere—these figures practically symbolized the presence of such fugitives.
"Are you Professor Hubert?" one of the men asked, looking directly at Hubert.
The students in the classroom exchanged bewildered glances, their expressions a mix of confusion and shock as they turned to Professor Hubert. Could their seemingly unremarkable professor actually have ties to the Imperial family?
"That’s me! What is this about?" Hubert replied, forcing composure even as cold sweat drenched his back. His mind raced—had he done something wrong recently?
Had it been the articles he published in the Imperial Royal Gazette?
Or perhaps some opinions he’d voiced on the internet?
Or was it his wife’s association with noble social circles that had implicated him?
Paranoia gripped him, his heart tightening in fear that he might have committed some offense.
"Mr. Aji De has heard that Professor Hubert is a leading authority in history. He has some questions he’d like to consult with you and wishes to extend an invitation for a discussion," the man said politely.
The moment these words were spoken, not only Hubert but the entire classroom was stunned.
Good heavens!
An invitation from Mr. Aji De?
By the gods!
After all, Mr. Aji De was the de facto leader and spiritual figurehead of the Infer Workers' Republic.
He also bore an esteemed title—the Internet God!
Either of these identities alone was beyond their wildest imaginations.
For such an eminent figure to invite Professor Hubert—how could anyone not be shocked?
"Th-this… Yes, of course! Is it now, or… when?" Hubert stammered, overwhelmed with excitement.
"If Professor Hubert isn’t occupied, now would be ideal!"
"Yes, yes, of course!"
Hubert nodded hastily, stepping forward before suddenly realizing he’d forgotten his belongings. He turned back to grab his hat from the desk and the silver-tipped cane leaning against the lectern.
As he hurried out of the classroom, he quickly instructed a student to inform the university and arrange for his classes.
Once outside, the hallway of the now-dismissed school building was crowded with students and teachers.
Everyone watched as the two officials from the Empire of Infer escorted Professor Hubert away, their faces filled with shock and confusion, too afraid to step forward and ask questions.
It wasn’t until Hubert’s students spread the news of Mr. Aji De’s invitation that Smedley Royal University finally understood the situation—only to plunge into even greater astonishment.
How could a history professor so obscure he might as well be a royal genealogist possibly catch the eye of Mr. Aji De?
While Smedley Royal University buzzed with heated discussion, Hubert boarded a custom steam car.
The interior was quiet, the soundproofing excellent.
Hubert sat stiffly in the back seat, watching the crowds rushing past outside the window, his mind a tangled mess.
He kept rehearsing what he would say when he met Mr. Aji De.
Why had Mr. Aji De invited him in the first place?
Lost in his thoughts, the car left the city and entered a vast estate.
Hubert knew this estate had once been a vacation villa for the imperial family of the Empire of Infer, but now it clearly served as Mr. Aji De’s residence.
The car passed through the gardens before finally stopping in front of a five-story architectural complex referred to as the "palace."
After the guards at the door opened it, Hubert stepped out, flattered and nervous, and followed a servant inside.
They ascended a spiral staircase, arriving at a study on the third floor.
Knock, knock.
"Mr. Aji De, Professor Hubert from Smedley Royal University’s history department has arrived."
The servant’s mention of the word "Royal" sent a slight tremor through Hubert’s heart.
Before he could dwell on it, a voice called from inside.
"Come in!"
At the sound, the servant opened the door and respectfully gestured for Hubert to enter.
Taking a deep breath, Hubert suppressed his excitement and stepped inside.
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