When the nobles who had come to see him all left, Zong Shou's expression changed. The atmosphere within the hall instantly became really solemn.
Tai Chi and Zhao Yanran's faces were green as they looked at Zong Shou in confusion.
Before this, they gave this fellow face and didn't want the Yuanren World people to see the differences between them.
This was why they didn't open their mouths to interrupt and question Zong Shou's words.
At this moment, the outsiders weren't here anymore, so naturally it was time to settle the score.
"Ruler is so generous, reducing the tax by a full 30% just like that!"
Even after the battle in the underground lake a few years ago, Feng Taiji's personality had become much calmer. At this moment, his tone was filled with a mocking intent.
As for the matter of the countries being willing, he was too lazy to talk about it.
"Also, the Country Rulers that ruler chose are all outstanding people in the Yuanren World who are ambitious. Once such people take power, they won't be willing to be controlled by others! "
His tone was filled with worry. Surrounded by wolves, Zong Shou felt like it wasn't troublesome enough.
Zong Shou laughed heartlessly, "Brother Feng, what is the use of the tax to us? Can we use it in the current situation? "
Tai Chi's brows rose up. Jiujing collected taxes to raise an army.
Without a huge army, it would be tough to defend against the attacks of the surrounding countries.
Then, he had an idea. To them, these taxes didn't have much use.
They only had 300 thousand soldiers. Even if they were recruited from the Yuanren World. They were squeezed dry for hundreds of years and the people had no way to make a living, it was hard for them to remain loyal.
For example, Recluse Jiujing recruited soldiers from his original Small World.
Now, most of them were taken away by those Spirit Realm cultivators who fled.
"Looking at these seven countries, they do need to rest up and let them take a breather. Moreover, the people of the seven countries are terrified. If they weren't such talents, how would they be able to stabilize the situation within a month? It was good to be mediocre and only know how to be a yes-man. However, today we are in a situation where danger is everywhere … "
Knowing that Tai Chi was an extremely intelligent person, Zong Shou only spoke to the point and did not say much.
Tai Chi was deep in thought, his eyes flashing with understanding.
That was indeed the case! The people that Zong Shou had chosen all had one thing in common other than their talents — they were powerful and had enough resources and connections.
It was indeed possible to control the overall situation in the shortest amount of time, unite the hearts of the people, and resist external aggression.
Then, this 20% tax had a deeper meaning …
"This test is not bad, but it can only deal with the current situation. There will still be some hidden dangers in the future. How are we going to control these seven nations in the future? "
"Why do we need to control them? It will suffice as long as we have those people serve us willingly."
Zong Shou could not help but laugh. "It's not up to them!"
Tai Chi thought that as expected, the twenty percent tax had restored the hearts of the people of the seven nations.
It also meant that the new rulers of the seven countries had to go all out.
Now that they had become rulers of a country, although their identities were noble, they had lost the ability to turn things around.
If Da Qian backed out of the Yuanren World, then their subjects might be able to live. As for the seven rulers led by He Daoren, they had no chance of living.
Even if it was for their own lives, they had to work with Da Qian.
As for the future, if the Yuanren World fell into their hands, they didn't need to care about these seven people …
He thought to himself that this was probably the difference between him and Zong Shou. Although this fellow said that he wasn't good at scheming, he was magnanimous. He was also good at controlling the situation, causing people to serve him no matter if they were willing or not.
As compared to this person, he was indeed a little narrow-minded.
No wonder this person was able to build up such a foundation in just a few years.
Shaking his head slightly, the weight in Tai Chi's heart dissipated a little.
However, there was still one more thing that he needed to think about.
"Forget about all that. Tai Chi really doesn't know why our Kenzō Sect wants to open a mountain to accept disciples in the Yuanren World?"
Zhao Yanran scoffed coldly, "Also, since when is it the ruler's turn to make decisions for our common people path?"
Actually, with Zong Shou's identity, naturally, he could make the decision.
However, to accept people from the Yuanren World as disciples, he felt that it was inconceivable.
Zong Shou blinked his eyes in confusion, instead, he looked at the two of them in shock.
"Didn't the two of you know that Zifang has already chosen a location in the Yuanren World and is prepared to open 10 temples at once?
Tai Chi's brow rose up. He had heard about this matter, but what did it have to do with them accepting disciples?
Zong Shou smiled and asked, "Then let me ask you, why did you all come? Conquering other worlds, is it to plunder resources or to strengthen the foundations of the sect? After taking down this world, how are we going to defend it? Is the Kenzō Sect not prepared to expand outside of the Yuanren World? "
The population of the Cloud World was really limited. If they were like the Lu Family, occupying 800 worlds. They would definitely need numerous cultivators and huge armies.
Just the strength of the Cloud World alone wouldn't be able to provide that.
Feng Taiji was startled. Clearly, he realized what was going on.
They didn't think about continuing to expand to the outer regions.
However, if they could have such gains like the Yuanren World, it would be great.
The strength of the seven sects of the Kenzō Sect could take care of one Yuanren World.
However, if they had some foundations in this world, it would reduce the pressure on the sect.
They could also choose the best disciples in this world …
Speaking of which, the Buddhist Faction was the same.
Thinking about that, he still frowned, "The people of the Yuanren World have different physiques from our Cloud World people."
"Pretty much the same!"
Zong Shou shook his head. He had always suspected that the people of the Cloud World might have moved in from the outer regions.
Why were they so similar?
Like the Lu Family, they were pretty much no different from the people of the Cloud World.
"With Brother Feng's ability, you shouldn't be troubled by this cultivation method matter right?"
Tai Chi's teeth felt sour when he heard that, his face alternated between green and white. In the end, he gritted his teeth, "I need to ask the elders of the Vast Habitat before I make a decision."
If the Cloud World side really agreed, then this cultivation method would be a headache for the Saint Realm and God Realm experts in the sect.
In his heart, he felt that something wasn't right. Following Zong Shou over was just a small test by the Kenzō Sect. They were just trying to see if they could plunder some resources from the outer regions to strengthen the sect.
Why did things change at this moment?
Zong Shou smiled. Above Spirit Realm in the Kenzō Sect, most of them had traveled the outer regions and had seen much more than Tai Chi. Then, he looked towards Zhao Yanran, "In the Yuanren World, there is no Taoist Faction or Confucian Faction. There aren't many places where Cang Shengdao can spread his teachings. Isn't the environment here suitable for your sect to spread your teachings? If you can take over Yuanren, I can let Cang Shengdao control one state. "
Zhao Yanran's face was conflicted. She wasn't interested in Cang Shengdao's teachings.
However, she knew that if those people in the Cang Shengdao Sect found out, they would be delighted and extremely excited.
Even those elders would be delighted. They would most probably be delighted and like Zong Shou more and more.
Thinking about it for a moment, she couldn't find a reason to retort. In the end, Zhao Yanran shook her head with a weird expression.
"Reducing taxes, taking in disciples, and exchanging spiritual items. Why do I feel like we aren't here to plunder Yuanren World but to do good things? "
To think that she had already made preparations a month ago. If there was a need, she would start a massacre in the Yuanren World.
She, Zhao Yanran, didn't lack Shura methods.
"What nonsense are you talking about? My Da Qian has always loved the people like my children and built our country on filial piety. Since the Yuanren Seven Countries are vassals, then I will treat the people of those countries as my people. Why would I plunder them? "
Zong Shou's face was solemn when he heard that. His tone was firm like he was furious at Zhao Yanran's words. His face was filled with righteousness.
"Yanran, you need to remember that my Da Qian can't bear for the people of the Yuanren World to suffer which is why I came from so far away. To save the people of the Yuanren World from the sea of bitterness. What is it called? That's right, liberation! Even if we collect 20% of the tax and take some mind stones, it is necessary to chase away evil demons. "
Tai Chi couldn't help but laugh, "So Ruler is prepared to open a market under the Yuanjing Palace?"
This was the first time he felt something. This Da Qian Ruler was really interesting.
He came to plunder, but he made it sound like he was doing it for the greater good.
He roughly understood Zong Shou's intentions. Since he wanted to be righteous, he could only do things like that.
At this moment, he didn't have any thoughts of objecting. In the past, Jiujing's way of doing things was to let the Seven Countries pay tribute.
Zong Shou's way of doing things was undoubtedly much smarter. Using items to exchange, they said that it was an exchange of items of equal value.
However, as for how to set the price, it was still up to them.
Moreover, things that were rare in other places were really normal in the Yuanren World. Things that the Yuanren World didn't have were also many in the Cloud World.
Exchanging what one didn't have, just by earning the difference, one would be able to earn a lot.
He roughly comprehended that although Zong Shou's method was a little gentle, it wasn't like Jiujing to totally control the Yuanren World. However, it was much more subtle. In the end, what they obtained might not be any worse than Jiujing.
He slowly calmed down. Doing things like that seemed like a good idea.
"That's right!"
Zong Shou nodded his head in delight, his expression was one of praise for being able to be taught.
To be able to use gentle methods to plunder resources, why did they have to be stained with blood and fight to the death?
He smiled, "I am doing things like that because I am thinking about your three factions. Since you are participating, I naturally have to take care of you! If I don't gain the hearts of the Yuanren people, how will I be able to spread the teachings? "
In his words, there was a hint of 'you should remember to appreciate his kindness.'
Zhao Yanran was speechless. That was right. Just at this moment. Outside of the hall, Zifang stepped in and bowed solemnly, "Ruler is merciful, our Buddhist Faction is really grateful!"
He looked at Zong Shou with a complicated expression. Before this, he was still worried.
At this moment, he was sure that the Buddhist Faction would be able to prosper in the Yuanren World.
To meet such a Ruler was the fortune of the Buddhist Faction.
At the same time, within the Cloud World.
Kong Rui walked out of the room in shock and looked above. That was the giant silver dragon that was flying in the air, its head held high, its roar spreading all about. Beside the giant dragon was the phoenix shadow …
"Dragon energy blazing? That doesn't seem right … "
Kong Rui picked up the Wen King Divination Money and looked closely. His expression became weirder and weirder.
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