Zhang Yu was very interested in the methods used by the rogue cultivators. If this method was indeed useful, then there was no doubt that Tianxia could also learn from it. Thus, he ordered the various parties to investigate carefully and find out more.
He originally thought that it would take a lot of effort, but in a few days, the results came out. This was because these rogue cultivators did not have any sense of confidentiality, and there was even a group of them spreading the method of how to communicate with each other.
He read the entire letter, and only then did he realize that these True Cultivators were quite thoughtful.
These people used the knowledge and dao techniques they had grasped to gather some natives in the wilderness, and took the initiative to help these natives cultivate the tribe's god of faith.
This god of faith was actually just a tool for these rogue cultivators. They used these gods to absorb the worship of the natives and unite the entire tribe. They themselves took on a part of the responsibility of 'sacrifice', responsible for communicating and guiding the survival and development of the tribe. At the same time, they also guided the god of faith to change in the direction they wanted.
This way, the rogue cultivators organized these natives to worship the faith, and the god of faith existed because of this. Because the god of faith was consciously cultivated, most of the oracles had to be passed down through the 'sacrifice' of the cultivators, thus achieving the goal of controlling the entire tribe and even the god of faith.
Although this was a group of rogue cultivators, the Tianxia cultivators not only knew dao techniques, but they also knew all kinds of ways to govern the country. Thus, it was more than enough for them to control a tribe, and the benefits it brought were far greater than those of the native priests.
The strength of the native tribes could be provided with cultivation resources by the tribe, and the rogue cultivators could be freed from the situation where one person was responsible for everything. They could focus on cultivation internally and take a non-interference approach externally, basically not interfering with specific matters. In fact, this was much better than directly controlling the tribe.
The upper echelons of the tribe who held power were also very satisfied with this. They were also happy to accept this method of cooperation that could obtain strength and support without restricting people.
However, there was actually a crucial step here. The gods that the natives worshiped all shared a common characteristic under the prior arrangement, and that was, they all worshiped a God Lord. Through communicating with this God Lord, a spiritual connection would be formed between the God Followers, and they would be able to transmit some relatively simple oracles in the middle.
Because of this, these cultivators were able to communicate with each other.
This Divine Master was also created by Daoist cultivators. He was chosen from many rogue cultivator tribes to worship him. The Divine Master was only responsible for communication and had no other abilities. This ensured that he would not rebel and also ensured that no one could control him alone.
Only when all the rogue cultivators gathered together could they change this "Master God".
When Zhang Yu saw this, he couldn't help but nod. These rogue cultivators could be considered to have found a new path for themselves. In fact, it was not that Tianxia had not thought of this method, but that Tianxia was destined to not give such an important contact to the gods, even if it was a god that he had cultivated himself. Back then, Shen Xia had done something similar, but the result was that all the gods had been eliminated.
The reason why these rogue cultivators returned to Tianxia was not only to obtain some necessary materials and creations from Tianxia, but also to find suitable disciples and helpers.
Although there were many native tribes, most of them were born with defects and could only walk the path of divine power. Naturally, they could not master Daoist techniques. Moreover, most of these rogue cultivators looked down on the natives, so they would rather return to Tianxia and choose disciples from Tianxia.
Among them, there were some rogue cultivators who acted in a special way. They specially invited some people back to impart Tianxia's knowledge and writing to the native elites. This was not because they wanted to spread knowledge, but it was purely to make it easier to control the natives. Moreover, they would be happy to learn and work for them in Tianxia.
As for the ordinary natives, they did not care. They did not even expect them to learn anything, because the emptier their minds, the purer their beliefs. But even so, any tribe that had Daoist cultivators stationed in it could at least eat their fill and survive in the wilderness. Their lifespan was also much longer than the people of other tribes.
Below this letter, there were various stations asking how to deal with these rogue cultivators.
Zhang Yu thought for a moment. He was very clear that part of the situation must have been revealed by these rogue cultivators. This was to test Tianxia's attitude towards them.
He thought for a moment. These people could not be touched for the time being, because the rogue cultivators' existence had also eliminated the invasion of the borders. Moreover, they could not be considered enemies now. As long as they did not attack Tianxia, there was no need to care too much. However, there were some things that had to be done.
After thinking for a moment, he passed down the order. If these rogue cultivators were to enter Tianxia, they could provide them with some convenience, but they had to be registered in Tianxia.
However, they could not spread the religion of other gods. Tianxia did not forcibly recruit these people, but if the people of Tianxia wanted to enter this tribe in the future, they had to provide the necessary convenience.
In addition, there were more than ten scattered rules. He gave his opinions and passed them to his subordinates to add. Then, he let them know.
After this news came out, it also spread among the rogue cultivators.
A few days later, in a tribal gathering place, two cultivators were talking in front of an incense burner. Although the valley was white all around, it was as warm as spring in the valley where the incense burner was placed.
The two Daoists' robes were very loose, with wide sleeves hanging down to the ground. They had ebony hairpins in their hair and long beards that reached their chests. They were dressed like ancient cultivators, but their bodies were clean and clean. Instead of looking sloppy, they gave off an elegant and free air.
The Daoist cultivator sitting on the left was slightly older. He stroked his beard and said, "Brother Ling, you must have received the news from Tianxia, right?"
Daoist Ling said, "Brother Lu has received it, and so have I."
Daoist Rudaoist said disapprovingly, "Tianxia likes to set rules, as if they can do anything as long as there are rules. They say it's convenient for us, but these conditions … Hehe, what do you think, Daoist Ling?"
"What else can I think?" Daoist Ling looked at him calmly. "Just agree. Since Tianxia said he won't force us to work for him, what's there to worry about?"
Daoist Lu was still doubtful. "He said he won't summon us now, but what about in the future? Will he change his mind? "
Daoist Ling shook his head. "Although we've been in the wilderness for hundreds of years, we've been watching Tianxia's every move. Tianxia has never taken the initiative to go back on his word, so we can trust him. But Brother Daoist, I'm afraid we don't have that. I'm afraid there will be fewer and fewer Daoists willing to stay in the wilderness. "
Daoist Lu was puzzled. "What do you mean?"
Daoist Ling said, "I almost didn't want to come back after going around Tianxia's territory this time. There's actually nothing in the wilderness, so it's dull and boring. How can it compare to the delicious food and drink in Tianxia? There are so many fun things too. If I can enjoy them, it's fine even if I'm a little restrained. "
Daoist Lu snorted. "Why would we cultivators care about these things?"
Daoist Ling poked him with a smile. "Liar! We don't have any hope of reaching the upper realm. Our cultivation is just to maintain our cultivation. All we want is to be free and happy. But if we can be happy, it's fine to be a little uncomfortable. "
After a moment of silence, Daoist Lu said, "I don't know if it was right or wrong to come out back then."
Daoist Ling laughed. "I don't regret it. If I hadn't come out back then, we might have been killed in the battle in Shangchen. We wouldn't be here today."
This was just a saying. In reality, most of them were not stingy with fighting others. The environment in the wastelands, especially during the hundred years when the Turbid Tide arrived, was not necessarily better than the outer layer. Those who could survive were all people who had experienced bitter battles and had some tricks up their sleeves.
Daoist Lu thought for a moment and said, "Have you heard? That person said his cultivation has reached the border and there's hope of breaking through to the upper realm. He said he's willing to take us to a free and unfettered place."
Daoist Ling said disdainfully, "It's just talk. Even if he succeeds, it's a fool's dream to think he can fight against Tianxia. How was You City back then? Where are you now? "
Daoist Lu looked around and said, "Fellow Daoist Ling, listen to me. That person's background isn't that simple …"
While they were talking, a spiritual light suddenly rose from the tribe. A disciple came over and said, "Sirs, there's an oracle."
Daoist Lu and Daoist Ling looked at each other and channeled their magic power to receive the spiritual light. Immediately, a huge deity appeared, which was then replaced by the figure of a skinny Daoist with a high bun.
The two hurriedly cupped their fists and said, "Fellow Daoist Ling, greetings."
Daoist Ling also cupped his fists and said, "Greetings. I'd like to invite you all to my Duohe Cave Abode for a gathering, so I wanted to pass on the message."
Daoist Ling suddenly asked, "What's the matter that can't be passed on? Why must we gather?"
Daoist Ling looked at them and said, "The oracle can only say some simple things, but there are some things it can't explain clearly. Please come when the time comes." With that, he cupped his fists and disappeared without a trace.
Daoist Lu pondered for a moment and said, "Fellow Daoist, are we going or not?"
Daoist Ling said, "If so many Fellow Daoists are going, I'm afraid there will be no less than hundreds of people. Why shouldn't we go?"
Daoist Lu said solemnly, "For someone to suddenly summon us at a time like this, I'm afraid he has other motives. I'm afraid he's up to no good."
Daoist Ling said unhurriedly, "It's easy to set your mind at ease. Just pass on the message to Tianxia while you're at it."
Daoist Lu was shocked. "How can we do that? Isn't that …"
"Isn't that what?"
Daoist Ling said indifferently, "Even if we don't say anything, someone else will. Besides, given Tianxia's current attitude, it's fine as long as we don't cause any trouble. If Daoist Ling doesn't have any ill intentions towards us, why would he be afraid of Tianxia finding out? Who knows, Tianxia might even think more highly of us. "
Daoist Lu was instantly speechless. After a while, he said, "In that case … Fellow Daoist, I'll send the letter along with you."
After only half a day, there were over a hundred letters on Zhang Yu's desk. They all talked about the same thing, but it seemed like they were deliberately trying to let Tianxia know about it. He stared at them for a moment, then summoned Daoist Ming Zhou and said, "Fellow Daoist, I'll have to trouble you to invite Fellow Daoist Ming Zhou here."
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