Poverty

Chapter 1536 The Beginning

The ancestral home of the demon race,

Cuihua took away many books from this place, including some secret treasures of the demon clan, and also learned the inheritance of the Great Sage.

Today's Master Gou not only did not stop it, but was very supportive of it.

After the empress returned this time, she brought a large number of powerful people with her, sweeping away many ancient families of the demon race. She seemed to be unifying the demon race with an iron-blooded hand, and was no longer constrained by many parties like last time.

The two ancient monsters who escaped last time also participated in the monster turmoil. They have now been found by Cuihua and beheaded as a display to the public.

These two ancient monsters once expressed their willingness to surrender, but Cuihua seemed to have inherited some of Li Yanchu's working style, being clean and efficient, and executing decisions with a swift move.

It has to be said that this iron-blooded approach is also very conducive to unification.

Nowadays, most of the demon clan’s noble families have submitted to the Demon Court.

All the noble families who refused to surrender were wiped out by Cuihua and her troops.

The power of the demon clan has been severely infiltrated by the Immortal Court.

However, the people in charge of these families were tracked down one by one by Cuihua and her men, and either imprisoned or suppressed.

In just a short period of time, he already has the momentum to unify the world.

Master Gou is now very pleased.

Cuihua now has many powerful men under her command and her fighting power is extraordinary.

Once the power of the demon clan is completely integrated and its luck is gathered, it is unknown whether it will be able to make a comeback.

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Demon Court.

Jin Qixiang has now been found by Cuihua and taken into the Demon Court.

This woman, who once had the most noble status in the Demon Court, has now become Cuihua's strategist.

She was familiar with the demon tribe, and played an extremely crucial role in winning people's hearts and gathering luck.

Fang Youqing protected Cuihua, but she also let Cuihua do many things and only used her divination to provide some information.

In the demon clan hall, Cuihua and Jin Qixiang were discussing some things.

Jin Qixiang analyzed: "According to the current trend, it will take at most three months to completely subdue the power of the demon race, and the whole world will be united. By then, we can completely control the fortune of the demon race."

Jin Qixiang did put a lot of effort into this matter, and she really wanted to plan for Cuihua.

"Are you really not Xiaojin?" Cuihua suddenly asked.

Jin Qixiang nodded and said, "Of course it's not the Xiao Jin you mentioned."

She is a princess of the demon clan, beautiful and intelligent, and a top-level immortal!
How could I be held in someone's arms and caressed?

Therefore, Jin Qixiang would never admit it.

Cuihua nodded and talked about business.
"The Demon Court has already collected most of them, but last time a noble family unearthed an ancient great demon, and its whereabouts are unknown."

The last time the Demon Emperor's tomb was opened, many ancient families went in to explore the secrets.

Another noble family dug out a sealed ancient demon.

However, after the ancient demon was resurrected, it did not sign a cooperation agreement with this family, but left alone and its whereabouts are now unknown.

Jin Qixiang said in a deep voice: "According to their description, that person should be my eldest brother's chief judge Si Qing. This person is extremely talented. If he can be subdued, he can indeed provide a lot of help."

Cuihua pondered and said, "This person's whereabouts are unknown. Where do you think he will escape to?"

Jin Qixiang thought for a moment and then said, "I also knew this man's temperament back then. In my opinion, I'm afraid he has returned to the imperial mausoleum."

Cuihua was surprised and asked, "Return to the imperial mausoleum?"

Jin Qixiang nodded and said, "Yes, he is the most loyal to my eldest brother. Before my eldest brother died, he volunteered to guard the tomb. Later, he was dug out, but it was not his intention. He is likely to go back."

Cuihua sighed: "It's a pity that the emperor's tomb has been hidden in the void and can't be found."

Jin Qixiang smiled and said, "Others can't find it, but I have some ways. These days I often deduce the whereabouts of my elder brother's imperial tomb."

Cuihua hesitated and said, "I didn't know he was your brother before, but now that I know, it's better not to disturb his rest."

Jin Qixiang shook her head, her face solemn: "I have always suspected one thing."

Cuihua asked, "What's the matter?"

Jin Qixiang said slowly: "It's just whether my eldest brother is dead or not."

Cuihua was moved and said, "If he wasn't dead, why wouldn't he show up?"

Jin Qixiang shook his head and said, "You don't understand my elder brother. He is a man of deep scheming and a hero who has conquered the world. How could he be killed? I really don't believe it."

Cuihua said: "So you want to go to the imperial mausoleum to find out."

Jin Qixiang smiled at Cuihua apologetically: "You are now the empress of the demon clan, but I want to dig out the emperor of the previous dynasty. It doesn't seem good for you."

Cuihua smiled indifferently and said, "You are so worldly-wise."

Jin Qixiang said: "If it were someone else, they would definitely think I had ulterior motives."

Let the current empress search for the whereabouts of the previous emperor.

It really doesn't go against the rules no matter how you look at it.

Cuihua said seriously: "Xiao Jin, it's okay, don't take it to heart, I understand your feelings, and I believe in you."

"Besides, I have no intention of competing for the immortal world. The throne is nothing but a passing cloud to me."

Cuihua is now able to deal with ministers and her speaking skills have improved to a certain level.

Jin Qixiang nodded.

But then she realized that Cuihua seemed to be calling her Xiao Jin.

She looked up at Cuihua's mischievous eyes and blushed.
"I'm really not the Xiao Jin you mentioned."

Cuihua nodded.
"Know, know."

Jin Qixiang: “…………”

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Xiandao abnormal area,

Here, there are streams of light rising into the sky, shrouded in a terrifying aura that is frightening.

The Taoist body of the Bodhisattva Cundi and the Taoist master Dipankara were both there at this time, making it a mighty force.

The Western religious masters behind them had been assimilated by the alien avenue at this time, and on the surface they looked the same as before, peaceful and compassionate.

But in fact, once the alien avenue is activated, the bone spurs on the body will protrude, the joints will become thick, and various lines will appear on the body.

Now, powerful men from the Western Religion are flying towards the Dao Sea one by one, with an extremely powerful aura.

Wherever they passed, all the powerful ones in the immortal world were shocked.

The sudden emergence of Western religion was frightening in itself, and it was assimilated by the alien avenue, becoming the public enemy of the fairy world.

The actions of these people at this time naturally attracted the attention of many forces in the fairy world.

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Xianting, the residence of the Ministry of Finance,

The residence of the Lord of Wealth is extremely luxurious and can be said to be the most magnificent in the fairy court.

The layout of pavilions, towers, waterside gardens is very special.

There are tens of thousands of carps raised in the lake of the garden, each of which has an extraordinary charm.

Just throw out the bait and you can see the grand scene of thousands of fish competing for food.

At this time, in the residence of the God of Finance, there were pleasant musical instruments and beautiful fairies dancing.

Their dancing is so graceful and elegant that it is a feast for the eyes.

The banquet was filled with fine wine, dragon liver and phoenix marrow, and was extremely luxurious.

In addition to the Water God, those who attended the banquet included the God of the North Sea, Xiao Pingsheng, one of the Three True Gods of Dou Bu, Gongsun Yan, the Protector of the Central Army, the Seven Elements of the Big Dipper, and some important officials of the court.

At this time, Jiang Ji, the God of Finance, raised his cup and said with a smile: "Seven Yuans of the Big Dipper, today is your first time attending the banquet. It is really an honor for me. Come, let's drink this cup together!"

Liu Huai Nian, the leader of the Seven Elements of the Big Dipper, also raised his glass and said with a smile, "The wine at Tianzun's house is excellent. I should have come to Tianzun to ask for some money if I had known that I would have nothing to do."

Everyone laughed and drank together.

Xiao Pingsheng originally did not have a close relationship with the Water Department's Tianzun.

But after the grand court meeting that day, he was invited to a banquet at the residence of the Water Department Tianzun. Later, the relationship between the Water Department Tianzun and the Finance Department Tianzun became close.

Gongsun Yan, the Protector General of the Central Army, also had 100,000 soldiers under his command to guard the Immortal Palace, but he was too upright and was just squeezed out, lost his power, and was demoted to the commander of the East Tianmen.

Xiao Pingsheng raised his glass and said, "Brother Gongsun, the officialdom has its ups and downs, you don't have to mind it, I toast to you."

Gongsun Yan raised his cup and drank with Xiao Pingsheng, and said with emotion: "I have worked diligently and loyally for the Immortal Court, but I didn't expect that I am not as good as an unknown minor official."

The one who has taken over his position as the Protector General is Yunqing Tianzun, now known as Yunqing Zhenren, who leads 100,000 soldiers and horses to guard the Immortal Palace.

During this period of time, this young immortal has been a new upstart in Heaven and has been highly trusted by Emperor Cang. Emperor Cang has not only bestowed upon him many resources and territories, but has also promised him high positions and generous salaries.

Xiao Pingsheng was somewhat touched: "My fate is very similar to yours. The Dou Department has been reorganized, and I have long been one of the Three True Ones. I didn't expect that I would be excluded by Guo Zhong now."

Originally, he, Guo Zhong, and Qin Daoquan were the most respected people in the Dou Department, among whom Guo Zhong and the other two were good friends.

Qin Daoquan was domineering and cruel, and was always disliked by the two of them.

Unexpectedly, after Qin Daoquan's death, Guo Zhong also disagreed with him, and the two gradually became estranged.

He was marginalized, but Guo Zhong rose rapidly.

Now he is about to obtain the position of the Heavenly Venerable of the Doubu.

You know, originally the Doubu Department respected the Three True Ones and did not establish a Doubu Heavenly Master, but now things are going to change.

Gongsun Yan sighed, "The Immortal Court is really not as good as before. I don't know what Yun Qing is capable of. He just proposed to befriend the Western Religion, but he rose to prominence. He first took the position of the Supreme Lord of the Tai Sui Department and then the Protector of the Central Army. It is hard to understand. Is Your Majesty really stupid?"

Xiao Pingsheng hurriedly said, "Brother Gongsun, be careful with your words!"

Gongsun Yan said unwillingly: "Now the position of Thunder Department Tianzun has been decided, and the position of Fire Department Tianzun has been taken by an unknown young man Zhou Yin."

“But I’m out!”

Everyone sighed when they heard this.

Zhou Yin and his companions had never heard of him before, but he suddenly appeared out of nowhere and ascended faster than Yun Qing Tianzun.

At the banquet, everyone was telling each other about the recent turmoil in the court.

After the banquet was over, the Minister of Finance grabbed Xiao Pingsheng.

"Xiao Tianzun, I have something to say to you, fellow Taoist."

Xiao Pingsheng said: "Jiang Tianzun, please feel free to speak. Although you and I have had some political differences before, I am definitely not a treacherous and ungrateful person."

Jiang Ji heard this and said in a deep voice: "Now His Majesty has already won over the Western Sect to attack Daohai. Do you know about this?"

Xiao Pingsheng was startled: "Is there such a thing?"

Jiang Ji said, "They have already set out today. I'm afraid they will have reached Daohai by the time we have our banquet."

Xiao Pingsheng, as one of the three true masters of the Dou Department, was completely unaware of this matter.

He couldn't help but frown and said, "I haven't received any news about this matter, how did Jiang Tianzun know?"

Jiang Ji said leisurely: "Money makes the world go round."

Xiao Pingsheng: “………………”

There's actually some damn truth to this.

Xiao Pingsheng said dissatisfiedly: "The Western Church is the public enemy of the three realms. It is no longer the Western Church of the past. Your Majesty is doing this..."

Jiang Ji said: "The building is about to collapse, and everyone is looking for ways to change. When things are difficult, they must change, and change will lead to success. But your majesty's move is to shake the foundation. Even for the throne, we cannot cooperate with foreign countries."

Xiao Pingsheng deeply felt the same way.

He didn't expect that this bohemian God of Finance also had such insight.

At this time, Xiao Pingsheng looked at Jiang Ji with a burning gaze and said, "Brother Jiang, if you have anything to say, just speak up."

Jiang Ji said solemnly: "Since we have been together recently, I have discovered that Brother Xiao has great righteousness in his heart and is upright in character. He is not a corrupt person. In this time of crisis, why don't we join hands in the sea of ​​Taoism and recommend Li Yanchu as the Emperor of Heaven?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Pingsheng was immediately shocked and asked, "Brother Jiang, how could you have such an idea?"

Jiang Ji said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty is unjust. He no longer cares about the conflict between the foreign land and the three realms. He just wants to keep his position. In fact... there is nothing wrong with this, but you and I should plan something for ourselves."

"Secondly, Li Yanchu has a strong temper. With his personality, he will never go along with foreigners. This is why I want to vote for him."

Xiao Pingsheng hesitated and said, "The Nine Heavens and Nine Emperors will never sit idly by. Although Li Yanchu is powerful, I'm afraid he won't be able to achieve anything."

Jiang Ji said: "Do the Nine Heavens and Nine Emperors really care whether the person sitting on the Immortal Emperor's seat is His Majesty or Li Yanchu?"

Xiao Pingsheng was stunned for a moment, then he carefully thought about what the other party said.

He also knew Emperor Cang's ambition. He was unwilling to be a puppet of the Nine Heavens and Nine Emperors. He wanted to be a true master of the Three Realms.

On the other hand, the Nine Heavens and Nine Emperors only need one person to sit in that position.

Xiao Pingsheng gave a bitter smile and said after a long silence: "This is treason!"

Then he stared at Jiang Ji with burning eyes.

"Who's behind you?"

Jiang Ji smiled slightly: "We are all like-minded people. Are you willing to join me in the sea of ​​Taoism and support the new master?"

Xiao Pingsheng said worriedly: "Even if you and I go to surrender, I'm afraid Li Yanchu won't tolerate us."

Jiang Ji shook his head: "He takes grudges very seriously, and you and I have no grudges against him. Why wouldn't he allow us to surrender sincerely?"

Xiao Pingsheng said: "This person is cruel and ruthless. In a battle in Daohai, he chased for hundreds of thousands of miles and wiped out the immortals and gods. If he becomes the co-lord of the Three Realms, it will not be a blessing for the Three Realms."

Jiang Ji smiled and said, "That's what I said. Gratitude must be repaid. If you and I become his own people, wouldn't it be safer? Why bother to oppose him?"

"And I think the opposite of what Brother Xiao thinks. If he becomes the co-lord of the three realms, this person hates evil as much as he hates evil, and his temper is as fierce as fire. In this era, only such a person can unify the three realms with an iron fist and resist the catastrophe."

Xiao Pingsheng pondered and said, "This matter is of great importance. I need to think about it again. I still don't believe that Your Majesty will unite with the Western Church."

"Even if it's true... I have to see if Daohai can fight against the Western Religion. Otherwise, if it is destroyed today, there is no question of whether to join or not."

Jiang Ji smiled and said, "Brother Xiao, what you said can be said to be a wise decision for the country. That's good. Let's wait and see."