Master of Strange Dao

Yu Ziqing sat on the Flying Boat, heading north, and crushed a Jade Scroll.

Below the Mountain Abyss, there were five Jade Tablets in front of the Mountain Lord, each broadcasting the content of five different channels, which he listened to with great interest. Catching sight of a Jade Scroll floating there that shattered, he focused a bit and crushed a Jade Scroll left by Yu Ziqing, to contact him.

"What's the matter?"

"The research here is nearly complete, there's already a perfect plan. Let me tell you, big brother."

Yu Ziqing rambled on for a while, but the Mountain Lord let it go in one ear and out the other, as he couldn't understand some of the technical jargon at all. He was just listening to the Jade Tablet for fun.

Lately, there's been a channel on the Jade Tablet, no idea which fellow it is, with audacious bravery, speaking against Old Emperor Qian.

Truth mixed with fabrication, especially in areas needing to stir hatred, embellished with artistic creations, slandering Old Emperor Qian.

The Mountain Lord had no interest in slandering Old Emperor Qian, he was interested in those little stories.

After waiting a long time, Yu Ziqing finished his last sentence, and the Mountain Lord understood.

"...That's basically it, big brother, is there anything you don't understand?"

"You understand, that's enough."

"Hmm?"

"You go ahead, once you're there, just contact me. Remember to have Emperor Zhen personally write a State Letter, seal it with the Jade Seal, indicating that it's his invitation, otherwise, with your identity, it'll be quite troublesome."

"Oh..."

Yu Ziqing was baffled on the spot, and felt a bit worried upon realizing it. What does the Mountain Lord mean by this?

According to the report, if things aren't handled properly, causing problems, it's minor to have the effect greatly reduced, but triggering unnecessary or unknown changes, that's the major issue.

That's why he took pains to explain to the Mountain Lord all day, fearing that the Mountain Lord wouldn't understand.

With a bit of apprehension, Yu Ziqing swayed his way to Dazhen.

A message was sent ahead along the way, and King Xiang was already leading the honor guard, personally coming to greet him.

As the Flying Boat landed, King Xiang personally greeted him at the entrance. Not knowing that Yu Ziqing was now Emperor Dui, this was granting him full face.

Entering the tent, Yu Ziqing spoke directly.

"I won't be polite, I've invited a giant to assist, though the other party cannot personally come, even remotely it's sufficient.

The report was given by the Deans of Big Island, I can give you a copy, you can research it yourselves.

Pass a message to Emperor Zhen, if willing to cooperate, then I'm doing a good deed, invite someone to give it a try.

If you feel there's a risk and don't wish to try, I can understand."

King Xiang's expression became serious, without even glancing at the report, he immediately stood up and bowed.

"Thank you, Young Master Qing, before you came, our majesty had already stated, full cooperation.

His majesty initially planned to greet you personally, but due to Dazhen's numerous affairs, it's really impossible for him to arrive personally.

I hope Young Master Qing can forgive this."

King Xiang's address was very formal; while speaking, he also took out a very formal State Letter and handed it to Yu Ziqing with both hands.

After finishing, he sat back down and let out a sigh.

"My Second Uncle is very decisive, resolute in facing matters. Currently, Dazhen can still maintain stability, as he is the backbone, he really cannot leave the Capital City at such a time.

Regarding the matter of giving it a try, given the situation, what's the point of debating risk versus non-risk?"

"Emperor Zhen truly has foresight." Yu Ziqing gave a thumbs up.

From the time when You Zhen suddenly became Devilic and was dismembered, to Emperor Zhen's formidable efforts turning the tide, to decisively curtailing the Sealed Kings in previous years, Emperor Zhen truly dares to act in the face of difficulties and makes decisions swiftly.

If it were King Xiang instead, Dazhen would have likely met its doom long ago.

Yu Ziqing took a look at the State Letter, finding a clear and perceptible Divine Dynasty's force upon it.

Emperor Zhen, with a fierce penmanship, personally wrote the State Letter, signifying his personal invitation for Yu Ziqing and the Mountain Lord to Dazhen.

Whatever major developments follow, Dazhen's national fortune and the force of the Divine Dynasty will not exhibit instinctive resistance or rejection.

This was what the Mountain Lord required, and Yu Ziqing could only comply.

...

On Dazhen's court, Emperor Zhen sat with piercing eyes.

"I don't want to hear your reasons, today, either that City Lord dies or those pleading for him die, pick one yourselves."

Those below were as silent as cicadas in winter, no one dared to say anything more.

"Moreover, given Dazhen's current situation, we can only take risks. Inviting a powerful ally has incurred us a great favor; I do not wish to hear anyone hindering progress at this crucial moment."

Emperor Zhen glanced around with a murderous look.

"Dadui has a saying about executing in the fall and settling scores in the fall, I don't care what petty schemes you have, but surely none of you are foolish enough to think that if Dazhen falls, you'll have happy days ahead?"

Emperor Zhen snorted coldly and stood up, leaving.

The courtiers looked at each other, silent.

Even those usually at odds had no mood to bicker.

Upon returning, they surprisingly reached a consensus, maintaining uniform statements that this event was a great opportunity.

Dazhen's good friend, King Xiang's in-law, Jinlan Mountain, not only connected them with Dadui but now linked them with another giant to aid in handling the Extremely Cold Forbidden Land affair.

The narrative disseminated from the high courtier levels was consistent.

Even those inclined to oppose asserted that Dazhen could not wait until it was on its deathbed to undertake such major moves.

As the information brewed, Yu Ziqing was already on the Flying Boat, starting to circle the Extremely Cold Forbidden Land, first to confirm the area.