Chen Yu took the lead and provided all sorts of ideas and inspiration. Gradually, he distributed the actions to the others.
The people below all had their own strengths and specializations. They continued to advance in different directions.
However, before that, there was a need to further promote the Mohist orthodoxy. From there, they could nurture more people who could help Chen Yu. This would greatly increase the production of various aspects.
The lack of fuel such as coal and oil was a huge constraint.
Chen Yu, Ma Kun, and the others could only place their hopes on treasures such as the Brilliant Sea Jade to solve the problem from another perspective.
From Zhang Dongyun's perspective, perhaps this could be considered a local specialty?
Master Zhang shook his head lightly and stopped his wild thoughts.
Someone outside the Great Ming Palace requested an audience. He immediately allowed it.
Very quickly, two people entered the palace and paid their respects to Zhang Dongyun.
One of them was the former ruler of the Great Yin Dynasty in the Middle Plains. He was now the Northern Mang Protector-General of Chang 'an, Lou Ning.
He had been overseeing the management of the Northern Mang recently.
The person who came with him was a man who looked to be in his thirties or forties. He looked rather calm, but his body seemed to contain explosive power.
Zhang Dongyun was unfamiliar with this person. However, the Invincible City now covered the entire Northern Mang land. Zhang Dongyun naturally knew about the people and things on the ground.
The other party was called Jiang Chong. He was a Devil Dao cultivator. The Devil Dao transformation that he cultivated was relatively rare in the Dong Sheng Divine Continent.
He cultivated the Kui Ox transformation of the Devil Dao. His voice was like thunder in the Nine Heavens, and his strength was boundless.
The Kui Ox only had one leg. As a result, Devil Dao cultivators who used its bloodline to cultivate were affected by the bloodline in the early stages of their cultivation. They even gradually became limping.
This Jiang Chong in front of Zhang Dongyun was no exception.
However, as his cultivation gradually increased, his realm became higher and higher. After breaking free of the demon blood's influence and refining his body, his body had returned to normal.
As far as Zhang Dongyun knew, this person was still at the 11th level of the Devil Dao a few years ago. Now that he was in front of him, he had already broken through to the 12th level.
It seemed like Lou Ning really took good care of him.
It was no exaggeration to say that Jiang Chong's achievements today were all thanks to Chang 'an.
In the past, when he was active in Northern Mang, he was hunted down by the combined efforts of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Martial, leaving him with almost no place to stay.
After Northern Mang's Great Emperor Xian Kaiyang rose to power and swept through the Northern Mang, Jiang Chong even fled in defeat.
Only when Chang 'an City unified Northern Mang did Jiang Chong try to return to his homeland.
Under Lou Ning's rule, as long as he abided by the rules of Chang 'an, there would be a place for him.
From then on, Jiang Chong joined Lou Ning's side and served him.
Lou Ning had once founded the Great Yin Empire and was Taizu's founding monarch. Now that he was guarding Northern Mang, he handled everything in an orderly manner.
Although he was tyrannical, Zhi Shi didn't just use his aura to oppress others. Instead, he combined strength with gentleness.
Using Northern Mang people to govern Northern Mang was naturally one of the methods.
Jiang Chong was a local tyrant who sought refuge and became Lou Ning's right-hand man.
In the reports that Lou Ning sent back to Chang 'an, he mentioned more than once that Jiang Chong was diligent in his work and had performed countless meritorious deeds.
"Your Majesty, I intend to go into seclusion for a period of time. The matters of Northern Mang will be temporarily handed over to Jiang Chong. Your Majesty, please make your decision," Lou Ning said respectfully.
Zhang Dongyun did not look at Jiang Chong. Instead, he looked at Lou Ning and smiled. "Are you confident?"
Lou Ning said softly, "I don't dare to say that I will succeed, but I am somewhat confident. I wish to give it a try and succeed as soon as possible so that I can serve Your Majesty."
Zhang Dongyun nodded. "The day you succeed will be the day you become the Protector of the Middle Plains."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Lou Ning kowtowed. "I will do my best!"
Jiang Chong knelt respectfully at the side.
Although His Majesty did not ask about his matters, he only had respect in his heart.
At the same time, he looked forward to it.
One of the important reasons why Lou Ning was able to request His Majesty to entrust him with such an important task was that his cultivation had successfully broken through to the twelfth realm.
He was able to reach a higher level in such a short period of time because of Lou Ning's earlier rewards and guidance.
Only after reaching the twelfth realm did Lou Ning have the heart to increase his burden.
Although the number of experts in Northern Mang was dwindling due to various reasons, the eleventh realm was not enough to hold the fort here.
Now that Jiang Chong's cultivation had reached the twelfth realm, he could help Lou Ning deal with some matters while he was in seclusion.
Speaking of which, Prince Yin was in seclusion this time to break through to the fourteenth realm, which was the fifth realm of the Martial Emperor, the peak of the Martial Emperor Realm.
If he succeeded, he would be one of the few fourteenth-realm experts in Chang 'an.
He was His Majesty's trusted aide. Once he reached the fourteenth realm, he would become the Protector of the Middle Plains.
Jiang Chong was grateful for Lou Ning's guidance. Lou Ning's future was bright, and Jiang Chong was happy.
As for officially taking over Lou Ning's position as the Protector of Northern Mang, Jiang Chong did not daydream about it.
If his cultivation was at the thirteenth realm, he might be able to compete for it.
However, he had just broken through to the twelfth realm a few days ago. It was unrealistic for him to break through to the thirteenth realm in such a short time.
Under the rule of Chang 'an, experts were everywhere.
The position of Northern Mang Protector was obviously a good choice for rewards.
There were probably many people who had their eyes on this position.
His Majesty had strict rules. Without his permission, the experts of the Middle Plains, the Western Regions, and the Southern Wilderness would not dare to occupy Northern Mang.
However, if one could become the Northern Mang Protector, bringing their relatives or disciples to develop in Northern Mang was naturally one of the benefits.
Northern Mang was currently a weak place that was only slightly stronger than the Eastern Border. Its local power was currently weak and could not withstand the ferocious dragon crossing the river.
When Lou Ning came to take up his position, he did not bring many of his old friends from the Yin Dynasty.
This was also one of the reasons why he could quickly grasp the situation in Northern Mang without bloodshed.
However, the next Northern Mang Protector might not have the same style.
If the ferocious dragon really crossed the river, everyone could only accept the fact that Northern Mang was currently weak.
Now, they could only hope that Northern Mang could quickly recover while Lou Ning was still in office.
It would be best if someone could contribute greatly and have a chance to compete for the position of Northern Mang Protector in the future.
Of course, all of this was built on the basis that they were loyal to Chang 'an City.
All of this was built on the basis of His Majesty's wishes …
Jiang Chong felt that Zhang Dongyun and Lou Ning's gazes were on him. He quickly calmed himself down and became even more respectful.
"Let him temporarily take over your duties?"
Jiang Chong heard a dignified and ethereal voice ring out.
Then, he heard Lou Ning's voice reply, "Your Majesty, please make the decision."
"Not bad. Then let him take over first." That ethereal and dignified voice rang out again.
Jiang Chong felt his heart relax. He quickly bowed again, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Above, Zhang Dongyun waved his hand, "You may leave."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Lou Ning paused for a moment, then continued, "Your Majesty, please forgive Zhenyuan for his wrongdoings."
Zhang Dongyun looked at him.
Jiang Chong's heart tightened.
Even he had heard of Lao Zhenyuan, the "King of Taisu".
He was a Demonic Dao powerhouse whose cultivation was higher than his. He was at the 13th Realm and had already cultivated the Fourth Realm of the Demonic Dao True Body, Xie Ying.
Lou Ning had established the Great Yin Empire with the help of the 13th Realm Demonic Dao expert Lao Zhenyuan and the Confucian Grandmaster Chu Xin.
The three of them could be considered the three giants of the Great Yin Empire. Lao Zhenyuan and Chu Xin's position in the Great Yin Empire was even higher than the other royal families. They were only below one person and above billions of people.
However, when Chang 'an took over the Central Plains, Lou Ning surrendered to Chang' an without any hesitation.
He was half a disciple of the Evil Emperor in the past. Surrendering to him out of gratitude was his own matter.
He could also make decisions for everyone else in the Great Yin Empire. Those who disobeyed him would be treated as traitors and eliminated.
However, only Chu Xin and Lao Zhenyuan were exceptions.
Chu Xin came from the Confucian School of Thought and believed in Chang 'an's rule. Thus, he surrendered to Chang' an together with Lou Ning.
However, the rebellious Lao Zhenyuan left on his own.
Previously, he had helped Lou Ning because of their friendship, not because he wanted to find a master for himself.
He gave Lou Ning a helping hand when he opened up new territories for himself.
Lou Ning surrendered to Chang 'an. However, he did not accompany him.
Lou Ning would not make things difficult for him on account of their previous friendship.
After that, Lao Zhenyuan found a place to settle down in the Southern Wilderness and Northern Mang. Now, he was under Chang 'an.
Even the Western Region, which was further away, was now under Chang 'an. The entire Dong Sheng Divine Continent was almost unified.
Lao Zhenyuan could of course run further away.
However, in the face of such a powerful Chang 'an, Lao Zhenyuan was at a loss.
Lou Ning and Chu Xin took the opportunity to persuade him. A few days ago, Lao Zhenyuan finally surrendered to Chang 'an.
No matter where he was, a 13th Realm expert would be a pillar of strength.
However, even 14th Realm experts Jie Feng and Gu Pu had to behave themselves in Chang 'an, let alone 13th Realm Lao Zhenyuan.
Surrendering when Chang 'an first took over the Central Plains and surrendering after Chang' an unified the entire Dong Sheng Divine Continent were two completely different matters.
In the eyes of some people, Lao Zhenyuan could not help but feel that he had changed from arrogance to respect.
When Jiang Chong heard Lou Ning speak up for Lao Zhenyuan, he admired Lou Ning's sentiments. However, he was also worried that Lou Ning would offend His Majesty.
Lou Ning's expression was calm. On one hand, he believed in His Majesty's breadth of mind. On the other hand, he had a clear conscience.
He naturally could not recommend Lao Zhenyuan to take over his position as Northern Mang Protector-General.
Lao Zhenyuan's cultivation was strong enough, but there were many people more suitable than him.
What he needed now was patience and dedication to serve Chang 'an.
In the future, His Majesty would not treat him badly.
"As long as he is not half-hearted, Chang 'an will naturally accept him." Zhang Dongyun looked at Lou Ning and smiled faintly.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Lou Ning and Jiang Chong bowed again and then left.
The two of them left Daming Palace together, then left Chang 'an together and returned to Northern Mang.
Although he was going into seclusion, Lou Ning did not choose to stay in the City in the Sky. Instead, he returned to Northern Mang to make plans.
If something happened to Northern Mang while he was in seclusion, he could come out in time to deal with it.
Although it might disturb his seclusion, since His Majesty had handed Northern Mang to him, he could not let anything go wrong here.
Even if this place was just a transition for him.
After Lou Ning and Jiang Chong left, another person came to visit Zhang Dongyun. He felt slightly uneasy.
It was Lao Zhenyuan, whom they had mentioned earlier.
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