Many ancient families have undergone genetic optimization; back in the day, to colonize the stars and adapt to the harsh environments of new planets, they had no choice but to optimize their genes. Humanity has gone through two waves of genetic optimization, each accompanied by great advances in our highly developed scientific and technological civilization.
"Your Highness, the Mecklenburg Family also underwent genetic optimization, aiming for perfect-level evolution, a secret known only to the Mecklenburgs, yet every citizen of the Empire knows how perfect the Royal Family’s genes are."
"Hehe, I hadn’t noticed; on the contrary, in Theresa’s case, I just feel like the Mecklenburg’s genes are pretty bad."
Lin Qingfeng looked at Lin Fu with a strange expression, "You said the same thing ten years ago, you said Theresa’s existence was like proof of how bad Mecklenburg’s genes are, so much so that you would rather choose Miss Celia, who is less favored, as your companion reader, instead of choosing Theresa."
Lin Fu expressed her surprise, "Am I that insightful?"
"Your Highness, your judgment is never wrong; Theresa couldn’t even be fit to tie your shoes. Her genes are really not up to the mark and are quite frankly the lower limit for the Mecklenburgs," Lin Qingfeng said with a sigh.
"The current Mecklenburg Royal Family really leaves one at a loss for words."
"If you say my genes are so perfect, why do I still have a gene disease?"
"Because they’re too perfect, to the extent that both your spiritual power and constitution have long exceeded the critical threshold of 3S, continuously growing, and are on the verge of collapse at any minute..."
"Others get genetic diseases because of flaws in their genes. I get a genetic disease because it’s too perfect..." Lin Fu found it ironic and didn’t know what to say for a moment.
Lin Qingfeng stole a glance at His Highness, "Your Highness, have you been happy during this time?"
"Happy." Lin Fu didn’t hide it; she was indeed very happy. Though she started off somewhat nervously, Fu Xing’s kindness toward her made her lose her fear quickly.
Lin Qingfeng breathed a sigh of relief, seeming quite content.
"That’s good, it’s been a long time since you were happy."
"Are you here to take me back?"
"Yes." Lin Qingfeng sat up straight and said solemnly, "Your genes are awakening, and soon your identity won’t stay hidden. Many in the Empire know what Princess Freya looks like; once your naturally dusky pink hair returns, you’ll be recognized."
Lin Fu nodded, indicating she understood. "Wait, you still haven’t told me, what is my current identity?"
Lin Qingfeng’s mouth twitched, "Empress Fu of the Star Thieves from Eternal City."
"So I’m a major villain now?"
"Your Highness, how can you speak of yourself like that? Although Eternal City did start as a haven for Star Thieves, it’s not the same anymore. There’s more to the secrets that you need to remember yourself; I’m not at liberty to speak of them, nor am I fully aware."
"What about your past identity?" Lin Fu was curious; looking around, she felt Lin Qingfeng was so familiar with this place, maybe related to the First Military Command College.
"Your Highness, you have forgotten so much."
Even his identity had been forgotten.
"I’m your Guard Commander! The late Emperor personally granted me to you; I once took the oath of fealty to you in Danfeng Bailu Palace."
"What about before you took the oath to me?"
"I was the Royal Guard Commander, oh! And also, I’m a distinguished graduate of the First Military Command College and have served as their instructor. This house belonged to a good friend of mine. My own house is still there, but to avoid being traced, I didn’t go there."