In the Temple of Heavenly Jealousy, the eight Returning to the Void Great Elders were sitting in a secret room, their expressions as if they were mourning for their concubines. They had no idea what was in the Black Lotus Secret Realm, but what they did know was that it was extremely important to the Black Sect and was a must.
There is something missing.
A spy reported that a volcano suddenly erupted in Qianluo Lake, and then the extremely rich resentment was purified. Moreover, this purification has spread widely, and is likely to cover the entire Cheyue Kingdom. This is tantamount to a break.
If there is no environment for the foundation of the Black Sect, how can we practice cultivation?
The eight returning to the void will naturally associate this matter with the Holy Cult, because it is said that the Holy Cult has renamed Qianluo Lake Tianmuling Lake, is carrying out large-scale construction projects by the lake, building a new temple, and has designated the place as a holy place.
The sky-shading flag nourished by the evil crystal mine in Black Rock Mountain a while ago was collected by the Holy Religion. Linking these two things together, there is no doubt that the black hand behind it is the Holy Religion.
However, what the eight elders are confused about is that whether it is the Sky Covering Flag or the Black Lotus Secret Realm, they all contain extremely powerful resentment and evil spirits. Even they who are as strong as Huixu do not dare to approach. What is there in the Holy Religion?
What kind of existence can do such a shocking thing? The Wutian lineage is the only one on the planet that destroys the law. There is no soil for other ways of practice to survive. What does the holy religion practice? How can it be better than those of them who have been practicing for thousands of years?
Is the black sect leader still powerful?
Now the area where the Black Sect can come and go has become narrower and narrower. Where the resentment has disappeared, the Black Sect warlocks cannot mobilize their source power at all. They are no different from ordinary people. Therefore, the eight returning to the void frowned and did not know what to do.
to deal with this disaster.
Naturally, the Black Sect has a main rudder, but it is very far away from here, at the westernmost tip of Luogang Continent, a place called Mietian Peak. No one from the Cheyue Kingdom's sub-rudder can reach there, so Qianluo Lake's
The eight elders could only inform the Xianyu Ancient Kingdom on the upper level about the matter, hoping to spread the news.
The only way out for the Cheyue Black Cult is the Xianyu Black Cult, but the black cultists below the foundation level have no chance, and the Xianyu Branch cannot absorb so many believers. Even if they used to work as thugs for others, they still require cultivation.
Zhang Cong did not take advantage of this spiritual tide incident to expand. Instead, he was building the temple while observing the changes in the surrounding area. This change was extremely obvious. First, the Black Sect in the three prefectures bordering Fenglan County retreated eastward.
A large number of high-level believers evacuated to Cheyue King City, while low-level believers were abandoned, sitting in the Tianjuyuan without any evil spirit, as if waiting to die.
As the spiritual energy recovered, the surrounding county guards also began to renounce their relationship with the Black Sect. Some county guards even cut off food and water, forcing everyone in the Black Sect to leave. Emperor Huan's attitude also began to be ambiguous, which made the Black Sect's heaven
Jealousy Temple was very angry.
Not everyone in Che Yue Kingdom originally supported the Black Sect. After all, the Black Sect is greedy and cold-blooded. Countless people disappear every year, all of which are directly related to the Black Sect. People are the foundation of a country, even if Che Yue Kingdom
Many people are bewitched by the Black Cult, but they still understand the foundation of the country. The Black Cult is destroying the foundation of the Cheyue Kingdom, so different voices in the court will always exist.
It's just that Emperor Huan has always relied on the Black Sect to eliminate dissidents, so he naturally wanted to side with the Black Sect, so that there was always an undercurrent in the court. Now that the Black Sect is about to run away, Emperor Huan can no longer hug the Black Sect's lap at this time, let alone hug him.
It's no use either.
Many officials in Fenglan County and Luohu Prefecture have connections with the Cheyue Royal Court and officials from various prefectures and counties. Therefore, news from Cheyue territory continues to reach Zhang Cong's ears, and at the same time, it also brings
There is some news that several states and counties bordering Fenglan County intend to invite the Holy Cult to preach in order to build relationships and avoid conflicts.
Zhang Cong's victory over the entire Cheyue Kingdom is unshakable. What he will face in the future will not be one country, but will probably be fought in several directions. The population and economy of the four counties simply cannot support him in fighting such a big war, so
The current choice left him in a dilemma.
Luohu Prefecture and Fenglan County both have borders with Cheyue, so there are many people who find the two county magistrates to send messages. At this moment, Zhang Cong is sitting on a chair in deep thought, and the two county magistrates are patiently waiting for Zhang Cong to make a decision.
Suddenly Zhang Cong raised his head and asked: "You two are also high-level officials of the Holy Religion. To be fair, do the common people, including you officials, like their current life?"
Xu Yang, the magistrate of Luohu County, said thoughtfully: "Since your Majesty wants to hear our opinions, we can just say it directly. If there is anything inappropriate, please don't blame your Majesty."
Zhang Cong waved his hand quickly: "But it doesn't matter, even if what you say is wrong, I still want to listen to your true thoughts."
Xu Yang looked up at Zhang Cong and said: "Let's talk about the difference in doctrine first. The black sect advocates violence and suspicion, and tries its best to explore the dark side of people's hearts. The slogan is to liberate oneself and act as one pleases. This has led to the Che Yue people.
Cruel, cunning, dishonest, and capricious character.
Because of this, the Cheyue Kingdom's court, including the governors of various states, have always adopted high-pressure measures to control the people. Because if you don't do this, the country will not get a grain of food at all, and no one will actively pay taxes and let them pass.
It's very comfortable, let alone recruiting troops. Even if there is an army, they will still be a group of domestic slaves without fighting ability."
Zhang Cong nodded: "What you said is true. I have seen the people in several states and counties, and it is indeed similar to what you said."
Xu Yang continued: "The teachings of the holy religion are completely different now. They preach the reincarnation of cause and effect, moral fraternity, pay attention to blessings, and advise people to do good and have few desires. Of course, once this concept is formed among the people, it will make the entire society peaceful.
Peace makes the Yamen court feel a lot more relaxed, but we are a country, and the people have become philanthropists who live in peace with the world. Once a war breaks out, how will we respond?
Furthermore, this move by Your Majesty is a measure to benefit the people, but the interests of the imperial court will be greatly damaged. When the treasury becomes increasingly empty, how will we maintain the operation of the country?"
After Xu Yang finished speaking, Sun Chao, the magistrate of Fenglan County, also looked at Zhang Cong with burning eyes, waiting for him to give an answer.
Zhang Cong looked at the two county magistrates and said with a smile: "It seems that you have misunderstood. The Holy Religion is just a religious organization, not a yamen and not a court. The Holy Religion is to educate people and make them good, not to be a minister.
The institution that pastors the people and truly manages the country still relies on the imperial court.
The question you raised is very good, and this is one of the reasons why I ask you for advice. It is most reasonable to find a policy that suits the environment and national conditions. Reality is always higher than ideal, and this is the right thing to do.
I must destroy the original Cheyue Kingdom. The simple reason is that Emperor Huan has too many unclear relationships with the Black Sect. In the future, the Holy Sect will not be content with this Chechi Kingdom, but will become
A large global sect completely destroyed the evil black sect.
As for the national policy of the Cheyue Kingdom in the future, it is definitely not possible to follow the previous dynasty. I will re-enact a series of laws and strengthen the national laws. Even the high-level officials of the Holy Religion cannot go beyond the national laws.
Above, unless you don't live in this country.
As for developing the economy and national defense, I will have more ideas. We will not be short of money, we will only have more. As for the governors of other states and counties, as long as they are not following Emperor Huan to promote the black religion, they can continue to enjoy wealth. Of course
On the premise of abiding by the law, as for the remaining Black Sect and Cheyue royal family, if they don’t escape from Cheyue country within half a month, then they will die here.”
Although Zhang Cong said these words with a smile, the two county magistrates heard a very important message from Zhang Cong's tone, that is, they must not have anything to do with the Black Sect.
Stay close, unless you get there, death is waiting for you.
After the two county magistrates resigned, Zhang Cong summoned Qin Yu, Xiaohua and Qin Fu, and began to discuss reforming the decrees and laws. This was what was to be done immediately. The four counties were not small anymore. There were many laws in the previous dynasty.
When it comes to the Black Cult, it can no longer be used, so this matter is a top priority.
The only one among the four who is suitable for this job is Qin Yu. At this time, what Zhang Cong thinks about most is Chen Mufei and Qin Lan. These two people are great talents in managing the country, but they are neither around.
Qin Yu sighed and nodded, got up and went to the study, where he began to look up the previous decrees and laws, preparing to start adapting them.
Xu Yang and Sun Chao returned to the Xu Mansion and looked at each other with wry smiles on their faces. Although these two officials were relatively diligent, they currently did not agree that Zhang Cong's method was feasible.
The people in Cheyue were bewitched by the Black Cult and were rebellious and scheming. It was difficult to control them without high pressure and iron-blooded methods. They preached good deeds every day, how could these people listen? In fact, they were all giving things to the Holy Cult, and they were free of charge.
A person who goes to see a doctor will definitely not be able to manage the country using this method.
If Zhang Cong leads the Holy Orders to massacre the city, will he really be so gentle in governing the country?
However, the two of them had an idea, which was to spread Zhang Cong's intentions today. Firstly, all loyal lackeys of the Black Sect would be killed without mercy. Secondly, the same would happen if Emperor Huan's royal family and their supporters did not run away within half a month.
Kill without mercy.
Qin Yu started with the criminal law and began to change the laws of Cheyue. This was a tedious and detailed task. Zhang Cong and Xiaohua Qin Fu couldn't get involved, so they focused on the construction of the Taoist temple and the equipment of Jingu.
, now that Hengshan County’s troops have been assembled, they are just waiting for new equipment.
Zhang Cong's idea is to turn Hengshan County's 200,000 reserve troops directly into a regular army, and transfer 150,000 to Fenglan County to put pressure on the surrounding prefectures and counties, while also freeing up veterans to enter Tianmu Taoist Temple.
Further training will increase your advanced combat power.
Qin Yu was reforming the laws almost day and night. Within a week, a brand new law was released. Zhang Cong transferred Xu Yang and other officials to work with Qin Yu to refine the regulations and prepare to fully implement the new policy in the four counties.
