The boss of a foreign organization called the police, claiming that he was defrauded by me

"Just a blueprint, and it costs so much..." Yang Xia muttered to himself, his voice filled with disbelief, "This is really going to kill us."

The excitement and anticipation from before had vanished, replaced by a deep sense of loss. Yang Xia leaned back weakly in his chair, staring blankly at the blueprints on the system interface, momentarily at a loss.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm his turbulent emotions, and with a last glimmer of hope, checked his merit points balance. When the number was clearly displayed before his eyes, his heart sank completely—only seven thousand points, less than half of the required amount.

“It’s over…” Yang Xia rubbed his temples in frustration, his voice low and hoarse, “We’re still six thousand points short, that’s a huge gap.”

A strong sense of resentment welled up in his heart. He had finally found a powerful tool to save the Great Zhou Dynasty from its crisis, but due to insufficient merit points, he could only sigh in vain. This feeling of powerlessness tormented him, as if he saw a lifeline right in front of him, yet could not grasp it no matter what.

Yang Xia sat quietly at his desk, forcing himself to calm down and re-examine the predicament before him. He understood better than anyone what the tower defense cannon meant to the Great Zhou Dynasty. With this ultimate defensive weapon, no matter how fierce the Nebula Kingdom's attack, they would not fear the neighboring countries taking advantage of their misfortune. This giant cannon would stand like a guardian deity on the sea frontier, deterring any invading enemy.

With this in mind, Yang Xia's eyes hardened again. He made up his mind that no matter the cost, he would find a way to accumulate enough merit points to get his hands on the design.

"There must be a way..." he muttered to himself, beginning to carefully browse the system task list, looking for any possible way to quickly gain merit points.

Just as he was engrossed in studying the mission details, a clear "ding-a-ling" sound suddenly rang in his mind—the system's notification that a new mission had been issued.

Yang Xia immediately perked up, a look of joy spreading across his face: "Perfect timing! What I need most right now is a new mission!"

He eagerly opened the task interface and began reading carefully. The system required him to sell one hundred viscount titles, fifty knight titles, and twenty baron titles through the King Simulator livestream system over the next three days. Each title had a clearly marked price, ranging from five hundred to two thousand merit points.

However, after Yang Xia read through the specific requirements of the mission, he couldn't help but shake his head with a wry smile: "This is way too difficult! Selling so many titles within three days..."

He rested his chin on his hand, carefully considering the feasibility of the task. These virtual titles, while impressive in appearance, didn't actually grant the purchasers any real power or benefits. Convincing so many people to spend their merit points to buy them in such a short time was practically impossible.

But then I thought, if I could complete this task, I could not only gather the 13,000 merit points needed to buy the blueprints, but I would even have a considerable surplus. This opportunity was once in a lifetime, and if I missed it, I didn't know when I would encounter it again.

Yang Xia was torn between two conflicting thoughts. On one hand, the task was extremely difficult, with a high risk of failure; on the other hand, the rewards for success were too tempting to easily give up.

He thought of the precarious situation of the Great Zhou Dynasty, the menacing threat from the Nebula Kingdom, and the restless advances of the surrounding nations. Without ultimate defensive weapons like the tower defense cannon, the Great Zhou Dynasty might very well have met its end.

"Let's give it our all!" Yang Xia slammed his hand on the table, a resolute glint in his eyes. "For the sake of Great Zhou, we must try no matter what!"

He began to meticulously plan how to accomplish this seemingly impossible task. First, he needed to carefully design a system of titles to make these virtual titles seem worthwhile. Perhaps he could grant purchasers special privileges, such as participation in court discussions or obtaining exclusive titles.

Secondly, he needs to develop a marketing strategy. Perhaps he could stimulate purchases by showcasing the privileges of title holders through live streaming or by setting up limited-time promotional activities.

Furthermore, he needs to mobilize all available resources. Yu Meiren, as the person in charge of the live streaming system, can be responsible for publicity and promotion; Su Qi is good at business and can assist in designing sales plans; Ni Qing and Su Qin can provide support from technical and administrative aspects.

The more Yang Xia thought about it, the more he felt that although the task was difficult, it was not entirely impossible to complete. He began to list out each step of the action plan in detail, and estimated the difficulties that might be encountered and the corresponding solutions.

"First, we need to revamp the livestream interface and add a dedicated channel for purchasing titles..." he muttered to himself as he quickly jotted down notes on a bamboo slip. "Then we need to design an appealing sales pitch that highlights the rarity and privileges of the titles..."

As the plan gradually improved, Yang Xia's confidence grew stronger. He recalled the various difficulties he had overcome before, from the initial weather controller to the later all-purpose island reef; every seemingly impossible challenge was ultimately conquered by him.

"I can do it this time too!" he told himself, his eyes rekindling with fighting spirit.

Yang Xia immediately ordered the summons of Yu Meiren, Su Qi, Ni Qing, and Su Qin. When the four important officials gathered in the hall, he laid out the system mission and his own plan.

Yu Meiren spoke first: "Your Majesty, it is indeed very difficult to sell so many titles within three days. However, if we could add some interactive elements to the live stream, giving buyers the opportunity to communicate directly with Your Majesty, it might increase its appeal."

Su Qi stroked his beard and added, "I suggest setting up tiered pricing, with early buyers enjoying discounts and later buyers paying progressively higher prices. This will create a sense of urgency and encourage those who are still observing to make a purchase as soon as possible."

Ni Qing offered a technical suggestion: "I can design a unique identification system so that each buyer of a title has a unique display effect on the live broadcast interface, enhancing their sense of prestige."

Su Qin analyzed from the perspective of overall strategy: "I believe that the purchase of titles should be closely linked to national affairs, so that buyers feel that they are not only consuming, but also contributing to the country, which will further stimulate their desire to buy."

Listening to the four key ministers express their opinions, Yang Xia nodded frequently. Their suggestions gradually fleshed out his initially rough plan, transforming it into a complete marketing strategy.

After the meeting, everyone immediately went their separate ways. Yu Meiren went to prepare the live stream content, Su Qi went to design the pricing system, Ni Qing went to develop the technical features, and Su Qin was responsible for overall coordination.

Yang Xia remained alone in the hall, continuing to refine the details. He knew that this sale of titles was not only about accumulating enough merit points to purchase the tower defense cannon blueprints, but also a test of the Great Zhou Dynasty's cohesion. If successful, he would not only gain much-needed merit points, but also enhance the people's sense of national identity and belonging.

In the stillness of the night, Yang Xia was still working at his desk. The candlelight cast a long shadow of him, swaying gently on the wall. His eyes gleamed with determination as his pen scratched across the bamboo slips, recording one idea and plan after another.

Occasionally, he would look up at the window, gazing at the starry sky, silently calculating the time. Three days, only seventy-two hours, every minute and every second was precious.

"I must succeed, no matter what," he told himself, his voice echoing in the silent palace.

Yang Xia recalled his experiences since his transmigration, from having nothing to becoming the ruler of a nation, turning every crisis into an opportunity. He believed this time would be no exception.

He meticulously examined every step, from the livestream script to the purchase process, from the design of exclusive privileges to after-sales service, ensuring there were no oversights. He even considered how to handle various unexpected situations.

As the first rays of dawn shone through the window lattices into the hall, Yang Xia finally completed all preparations. He stood up, stretched his stiff limbs, and a confident smile spread across his face. All preparations were complete; only the live broadcast remained. This sale of titles, which would determine the fate of the Great Zhou Dynasty, was about to begin.

Yang Xia walked outside the hall, watching the rising sun in the east, and took a deep breath of fresh air. No matter how difficult the road ahead, he was ready to meet the challenges.

For the sake of the Great Zhou Dynasty, for the sake of its millions of people, and for the sake of his own ideals and beliefs, Yang Xia was determined to win this tough battle.

Yang Xia cheered himself up, trying to build up his confidence. He knew that time was of the essence; the three-day deadline given by the system was like a sword hanging over his head, every minute and every second was precious.

Without the slightest hesitation, Yang Xia immediately activated the King Simulator live streaming system. The moment his figure appeared in the live stream room, the long-waiting viewers instantly erupted in excitement.

[Your Majesty! It really is Your Majesty! It's been so long!]

[Welcome, Your Majesty! You've finally arrived! We've been waiting so long!]

[How has Your Majesty been lately? We are relieved to see that you look well.]

We miss you so much! We hope you can visit us more often in the future.

What a pleasant surprise! I never expected to see Your Majesty today. We must have a good chat!

Is Your Majesty's trip to Yan going well? Are there any new developments in the cooperative projects with Yan?

[Yes, Your Majesty, could you please give us some news to share with us?]

A flood of comments poured in, the audience's enthusiasm almost overflowing the screen. Yang Xia felt a surge of warmth as he read these words of concern. However, he had to handle the details of the cooperation with Yan Kingdom with caution and couldn't reveal them easily.

Yang Xia smiled and spoke in a gentle and sincere tone: "Thank you all for your concern. I am very touched. This trip to Yan Kingdom has indeed been very fruitful, but the cooperation matters are still underway and it is inconvenient to go into details at the moment. I hope you will understand."

He skillfully avoided sensitive topics, instead engaging the audience in lighthearted conversation. This tactful response not only didn't disappoint the viewers, but actually increased their goodwill and trust in Yang Xia. The number of viewers in the live stream continued to rise, with new fans constantly joining.

This unexpected joy lifted Yang Xia's spirits. With so many supporters, the chances of completing the system task had greatly increased.

Yang Xia interacted with the audience in a humorous and witty manner, sometimes making jokes and sometimes showing wisdom, quickly pushing the atmosphere in the live broadcast room to a climax. The audience was attracted by his personal charm and asked all sorts of questions.

[Your Majesty, could you tell me about some interesting things that happened to you in the Yan Kingdom?]

What is your opinion of Yan? Are there significant cultural differences between the two countries?

[It's a rare opportunity to have a long talk with His Majesty; we must make the most of it!]

Seeing the audience's enthusiasm, Yang Xia knew the time was ripe. He decided to implement the plan he had previously discussed with his ministers and begin promoting the sale of titles.

"The reason I'm starting this live stream today is to announce something important," Yang Xia said, his expression slightly mysterious and his voice lowered. "I've decided to open up the granting of titles in the Great Zhou Dynasty. I wonder if any of you are interested?"

These words immediately caused an uproar in the live chat. Viewers were clearly shocked by this unexpected news.

Yang Xia calmly continued, "This time, one hundred viscount titles, fifty baron titles, and twenty baron titles will be sold. Each title will come with corresponding privileges and honors."

To create a sense of urgency, Yang Xia announced on the spot that the first live stream would feature a limited sale of ten titles. This marketing strategy immediately worked—the audience's interest was completely aroused.

Unlike previous promotions that were merely verbal, this time Yang Xia directly opened the purchase channel. The speed of her action caught many viewers off guard.

Behind the scenes, Yu Meiren coordinated with Yang Xia's rhythm, showcasing the privileges of the title on the live stream at opportune moments: including the right to participate in court affairs, an exclusive title, and a special live stream identifier. Su Qi's tiered pricing strategy also began to take effect, with early buyers enjoying discounted prices, which tempted many people.

The technical support system developed by Ni Qing played a crucial role at this time. Each buyer of a title could immediately receive a unique badge in the live stream, and this instant feedback greatly stimulated their desire to consume.

Su Qin's customer service team was also ready to answer any questions from interested buyers. The entire sales system operated smoothly, demonstrating professional and efficient teamwork.

The atmosphere in the live stream grew increasingly lively. Thanks to Yang Xia's personal charisma and meticulously designed sales strategies, the viewers' desire to buy was fully aroused.

However, despite the enthusiastic atmosphere, only eight titles were sold in the first live stream, two short of the target of ten.

After the live stream ended, Yang Xia sat alone in the hall, carefully reviewing the entire process. He stroked his chin thoughtfully: "It seems that relying solely on impromptu sales in the live stream is not enough; a more systematic promotion strategy is needed."

Yang Xia realized that in order to complete the sale of all the titles within three days, he had to take a more proactive approach. He summoned Yu Meiren, Su Qi, Ni Qing, and Su Qin to discuss the next steps.

"Selling eight titles in the first live stream is a decent result, but not ideal," Yang Xia said bluntly. "We must speed things up."

Yu Meiren spoke first: "Your Majesty, I believe we can promote this outside of the live broadcast. For example, through official announcements and messages sent via postal stations, we can let more people know about this matter." (End of Chapter)