Become the Emperor of Man by starting from the Qiyun entry

Chapter 774 A New Dynasty, A New Look: The Fang Family's Two Daughters' Relief, Chu Wujiang's Imminent Journey to the Outer Heavens

Jicang rice, yielding 3,000 jin per mu.

After the Champion newspaper published the news, the world was shocked and rice prices plummeted.

The teahouses in Tianjing were immediately abuzz with discussion.

"impossible!"

"Where in the world can you find rice that yields 3,000 catties per mu?"

“This is too fake.”

"Why is the Champions Daily starting to make things up?"

Many people's first reaction was not to believe, but to disbelieve. They swarmed around the storyteller and began to shout:

“Mr. Chen, you are very knowledgeable, please tell us about it.”

Mr. Chen didn't know if it was true or not.

But the Champion Daily has a very powerful background; it is said to be the newspaper owned by the emperor.

Even if it's fake, he'll make it sound real.

Mr. Chen smiled and said:

"Esteemed guests, this Champion Daily has the largest circulation. A few days ago, we gave each of you a copy of the newspaper to celebrate Your Majesty's ascension to the throne."

"What this newspaper says is absolutely true."

"Whoever does not trust the Emperor will suffer the consequences."

Mr. Chen had long since pledged allegiance to the King of Qin, and now that the King of Qin's palace had submitted to Chu Wujiang, he spoke with a strong sense of ownership:

"Since the rise of our Emperor, in just two short years, he has quelled the rebellion in Longzhou, become a young hero, resolved the Tianjing incident, attacked the Dragon Palace in the east, destroyed demons in the north, and won the hearts of the people."

"Such a great achievement has never been seen in ten thousand years."

As the ancient saying goes: "When a sage appears, yin and yang are in harmony."

"With the Holy Emperor descending to earth, it is only natural that such a divine being would appear."

The patrons in the teahouse seemed lost in thought.

They are mostly urban citizens, and the drop in rice prices is a good thing for them. As long as the price of rice is three coins per pound instead of 30 coins per pound, the urban citizens will naturally support His Majesty the Emperor.

However, someone still asked a couple of questions, and the storyteller immediately said:
"Moreover."

"Isn't His Majesty the Emperor good to the people?"

"Yesterday, the imperial court also promulgated the Debt Relief Law, ordering all regions to clear up the debts of the entire country."

"Did you see the six ducal mansions collectively burning their bonds?"

Now the listeners got excited and quickly said:
"We saw it, we all saw it."

"The six ducal mansions collected and burned all the debts owed by their tenants, farmhands, and some citizens."

The storyteller nodded and said:
That's exactly right!

"Minister Tao personally took charge, mobilized the Ministry of Revenue to review the debts of various regions, and exempted them one by one."

“The prominent families in various places, whether they are the Cui family, the Lu family, the Li family, or the Fang family, have all cooperated and voluntarily paid off debts related to non-commercial cooperation.”

"With such a wise and sagacious emperor, this rice yield of three thousand catties per mu must be quite good."

Generally speaking, every time there is great chaos in the world, the people will suffer heavy losses and many people will die. However, the debt relationships of the whole society will also be cleared up.

When a person dies, their debts are wiped out.

Once the new dynasty is established, we will be able to start afresh with a lighter load.

Chu Wujiang did not fight a civil war; he directly inherited the various internal problems accumulated over six hundred years.

Neither Fang Xiang nor the Duke of Zhenguo could handle it.

Only Chu Wujiang can handle this.

He used the enthronement ceremony to gradually eliminate the accumulated problems of the previous dynasty.

Of course, Chu Wujiang did not forgive all debts; he supported the local aristocratic families by having the imperial court review some of their debts.

Commercial debt, and reasonable debt, can be supported by the imperial court.

Debts of families living in modest means or below will be forgiven.

A copy of these debts was made and submitted to the Ministry of Revenue for filing.

The imperial court allows normal commercial debts to exist; what Chu Wujiang wants to prohibit is usury used to exploit the people.

The patrons in the teahouse, recalling Chu Wujiang's various actions after arriving in the capital, couldn't help but sigh:

"I thought the world had gone awry, but unexpectedly a human emperor descended from the heavens and saved me from dire straits."

"Long live my emperor!"

The phrase "Long live the Emperor" has gradually become a popular phrase in Tianjing. This may change in the future, but Chu Wujiang's actions have earned them considerable trust.

Some even began to worry about the imperial court:

"If His Majesty were to do this and demand that all regions forgive their debts, wouldn't that offend many powerful and influential people?"

"What if they rebel?"

The storyteller sneered:

"Let's see who dares!"

"You didn't see the heroic army entering the capital, the Qilin offering its congratulations, and the divine seed appearing in the world. This is an auspicious omen for the world."

"His Majesty is wise and decisive. After the military review, he dispatched the Heroic Army to various prefectures to supervise and implement the strategy of suppressing bandits."

With the help of the enthronement ceremony, Chu Wujiang secured his legitimacy, and the auspicious omens brought peace to the people. He then began to send out soldiers of the Hero Army to gradually take over military affairs in various regions, or at least act as military supervisors.

Only through military obedience can the authority of the central government be guaranteed.

Chu Wujiang's strength is unparalleled; he can be said to have single-handedly suppressed an entire nation.

Unless they were delusional, none of them intended to rebel.

The Heavenly Mandate Dynasty's control over local areas was gradually collapsing due to Emperor Hao's long-term neglect of state affairs, and bandits were rampant throughout the vast land.

Now, the three major rebel groups in the world—the Yellow Armor Army, the Green Flag Army, and the Rainbow Forest Army—have all surrendered. Although the remaining bandits are numerous, they are no match for the trouble they cause.

After the great war, many of the powerful Nascent Soul cultivators of the Holy Emperor's Grand Formation began to return to their sects, leaving only a few to maintain the formation. This allowed the Astronomical Bureau, led by Shen Mo, to mobilize more Nascent Soul cultivators to suppress the rebellion.

In just one or two years, Chu Wujiang will have complete control over the entire world. Coupled with the divine seed that yields 3,000 catties per mu, creating a golden age of a classical dynasty will be a piece of cake.

As for the debt forgiveness, the resulting resistance is insignificant to Chu Wujiang at this point.

What? You dare to rebel?

With his family fortune conveniently offered to him, Chu Wujiang had no reason to refuse.

With the heroic army's anti-bandit campaign, debt relief, land rent reduction, land return, and the Ministry of Justice's review of wrongful convictions, things began to unfold in an orderly manner.

The listeners in the teahouse felt relieved and couldn't help but ask:
"In that case, wouldn't we be living a good life?"

The storyteller slammed his hand on the table and answered confidently:

"Yes, good days are coming."

"Our Emperor rules the world, and all the noble families and sects are holding numerous gift-giving projects."

"Even wages in Tianjing are rising!"

The storyteller delivered the final blow!
Families, sects, and powerful clans from all over the country are constantly inquiring about who His Majesty really is.

As the saying goes, "King Chu loved slender waists, so many starved to death in the palace."

Whatever His Majesty likes, then we must do it.

Since His Majesty enjoys holding more events, repairing bridges and roads, and providing relief to the people, they will naturally respond actively and complete various "universal projects".

These "general projects" include, but are not limited to, the "Chef King Competition," the "Lion Dance Competition," the "Wine Tasting Event," the "Chess Master Competition," the "Forging Competition," and so on.

Although the Tianming Dynasty did not experience a civil war, Chu Wujiang's policies, which could be described as "cleaning the house," undoubtedly represented a large-scale political reshuffle.

At this point, anyone who dares to disobey is probably asking for trouble.

Therefore, the universal petition project was imperative and was launched vigorously in various places.

……

Tianzhou, Tianjing, food is the most important thing

The head chef of the contemporary era, known as "Food is Heaven," and the world's number one chef, [Zhi Baiwei], was somewhat surprised to see the visitor and said incredulously:
"Xiaosong, you're back?"

"Could it be that he couldn't get used to staying in the Heroes' Army and plans to come back to inherit the Food God's Heaven?"

"Okay!"

Liu Song, the head chef of the Hero Army and a direct disciple of Zhi Baiwei, quickly said:
"No, Master."

"Your disciple is still the head chef of the Hero Army, cooking for them."

Zhi Baiwei said with deep sorrow:

"What's so good about this!"

"Even the soldiers of the field army can't compare to the gourmets of Tianjing when it comes to the taste of their food."

"Without the encouragement of gourmets, your cooking skills might decline."

"Your talent is exceptional..."

Liu Song smiled slightly and said:

“Master, your disciple has mastered the cuisine of all states.”

"My disciple has returned this time to participate in the [Chef King Competition], win the title of Chef King, and present His Majesty the Emperor with the true [Central Plains Cuisine]."

In the contemporary "Knowing a Hundred Flavors," Liu Song's master cried out in disbelief:
"This is impossible!"

"Before you left, you only knew nine methods. How could you have improved so quickly!"

Liu Song smiled and said:
“Master, your disciple has fought alongside the heroic army in battles across the north and south. I have been to the bottom of the sea, eaten dragon meat, seen Buddha, countless demons, and even cooked dishes using the remains of a primordial spirit.”

"Now I understand how our ancestor did it."

"It just so happens that Fengzhou has had a bumper harvest this year, with an increase of more than 30%. His Highness Prince Jin decided to hold a cooking competition, which is why he has returned to present this gift to His Majesty."

Liu Song followed the heroic army through the entire war, and although it was a short time, it transformed him completely, making him very different.

Zhi Baiwei took a deep breath:

"Xiao Song, you'll be in charge of Shiweitian in the future."

Liu Song shook his head and smiled:

"Master has misunderstood."

"I have no interest in taking over the Food Kingdom. My main goal this time is to recruit apprentices from all over the world and train chefs through the Chef King Competition."

"If Master is concerned about food and the heavens, he must not miss this opportunity."

Zhi Baiwei exclaimed in surprise:

"Xiaosong, why is that?"

Liu Song smiled and said:
"Master, haven't you been reading the newspaper?"

"The Champion Newspaper reported that the yield of rice in Jicang County has reached 3,000 catties per mu, and next year's grain harvest will surely be abundant. The people will also be exempted from land rent, taxes, and debts."

"Master, what changes do you think this will bring?"

Zhi Baiwei realized:
"Xiaosong, do you mean that as people become wealthier, they gradually develop a certain pursuit of food?"

Liu Song nodded and said:
"Food is the most important thing for people. Whether they are farmers or city dwellers who have become wealthy, they will start to pursue their appetites."

"And this is where food comes in."

"Under His Majesty's rule, the number of restaurants and eateries that can accommodate them will increase."

"And all of these require a large number of chefs."

"We will train more chefs to seize the future food market in advance."

Liu Song was, after all, a worldly chef. He had cooked for Chu Wujiang, fought alongside the Hero Army, and was utterly loyal to His Majesty.

A contemporary connoisseur of all flavors paces back and forth.

Sometimes, life's opportunities only come once.

You will conquer the tastes of a generation and bring you a continuous stream of profits.

Finally, Zhi Baiwei hardened his heart and said:
"You will become the leader of the food industry, and I will listen to you."

Liu Song smiled and said:
“Master, I am the head chef of the Hero Army.”

The Chef King Competition is being held, bringing together chefs from all over the country. They will be evaluated on different levels of chefs, from Level 2 Chef, Level 1 Chef, Special Grade Chef, and Chef King.

Besides chefs, people from all walks of life flocked to the area.

……

Tianjing, Apricot Grove

"Holding a grand medical conference and selecting renowned doctors is not what doctors should be doing!"

"Although His Majesty encourages aristocratic families and sects in various places to hold various activities, conferences, and even build roads and dikes, he has not asked doctors to spend their precious time on this place."

The leader of the medical profession, the modern-day Bian Que (a legendary Chinese physician), flatly rejected Physician Hua's proposal. However, Physician Hua, having come prepared, said with a smile:
"That's a bad word."

"This medical conference is not only a feast for doctors, but also a way to treat the people of the world, collect all kinds of difficult and complicated diseases, and set an example for future generations."

"If the president keeps denying the competition, it might cause dissatisfaction."

Bian Que sneered:
"Doctor Hua, if anyone has any complaints, please feel free to speak up."

There's no need to beat around the bush like that.

Physician Hua readily agreed:

“We fought alongside the heroic army, treating all kinds of wounded soldiers. Miss Fang has made many contributions and is known as the Immortal Physician. Everyone is convinced that she should inherit the position of physician.”

"But ever since Fang Xiaoran died, she has been deeply affected. After finishing treating the wounded soldiers, she stopped practicing medicine and has not made any progress to this day."

"How can the future Bian Que, the master of medicine, be left vacant?"

Physician Hua said coldly:

“If Miss Fang is not up to the task, Xinglin should find a successor instead of leaving the position vacant and causing dissatisfaction among others.”

"It is just the right time to hold the Medical Conference, which is in line with His Majesty's encouragement and will help select the best doctors in the country."

Bian Que said firmly:
"no!"

“My disciple Xinran possesses the talent of a medical immortal. Even among the leaders of the medical profession throughout history, she would be considered exceptionally talented. She is without fault…”

Just as the two sides were arguing, Fang Xinran arrived at Xinglin's headquarters. She looked much better and said:

"Master, your disciple agrees to convene the Medical Assembly!"

Bian Que was greatly surprised. He was about to retort when he saw that Fang Xinran's expression had changed completely, showing a sense of ease and relief.

How is this going?

……

The story begins with the completion of the Jicang rice project.

A yield of 3,000 catties per mu (approximately 1,500 kg per hectare) of rice was something that, even in the previous life, only super hybrid rice in experimental fields could achieve.

Chu Wujiang did not expect to achieve a major breakthrough in the short term.

He entrusted the crucial task of cultivating seeds and promoting [Jicang Rice] entirely to the Duke of Zhenguo and Zhao Shanhu, and then went to the Fang family. Originally, Chu Wujiang had planned to visit the Fang family to fulfill his promise to the Prime Minister.

Chu Wujiang was a man of his word; he always kept his promises.

……

Fang Family, Back Garden
"Brother Chu, no, Your Majesty!"

Fang Yiran sat in the garden in a daze, somewhat at a loss, when suddenly a figure appeared before her eyes, making her blurt out.

Chu Wujiang patted Fang Yiran's head, smiled, and said:

"You should still call me 'Brother Chu'."

Even though their status had changed, Chu Wujiang still doted on the little devil, which made Fang Yiran burst into tears.

"Brother Chu!"

“Why is this happening?”

She wanted to protect her family, but both of her older brothers had left her. In terms of blood ties, she no longer had, and could never have, any more older brothers.

Chu Wujiang let Fang Yiran cry in his arms. The last time was the death of Fang Fusheng, and this time it was the death of Fang Xiaoran.

The former was killed by Chu Wujiang; life and death are determined on the battlefield, so no one can be blamed.

The latter was a victim of Huang Tianlang's revenge; life and death are determined by fate, and he has no one to blame but himself.

If I could get revenge, perhaps I wouldn't be in such pain.

She cried very sadly.

Chu Wujiang gently embraced her without saying a word.

After an unknown amount of time, Fang Yiran finally stopped crying and asked in a low voice:
"Brother Chu, do you know?"

“Father wouldn’t let me investigate the murderer who killed my elder brother. Instead, he said that he was the Fang family’s savior and that I should find a relative of the Huang family to adopt his bloodline.”

"Is there such a savior?"

Fang Yiran comes from a powerful and wealthy family, so she naturally knows about Huang Tianlang's murder of Fang Xiaoran; it couldn't be that simple.

Who is in charge, who plans, and who helps?
Huang Tianlang didn't just spring out of a rock.

He could transform into a poisoner at crucial moments, so it couldn't be a one-man operation. Fang Yiran, as the Fang family's intelligence agent, had been working at the Wind and Rain Tower since she was a young age.

As a result, Fang Xiang refused and even issued an order:
"He saved my life, and the entire Fang family, all for the sake of avenging Fusheng."

"This is the Fang family's decision. No one is allowed to investigate this matter. This matter ends here."

How could Fang Yiran not burst into tears?

Chu Wujiang said softly:
"I know some things, but I don't know if I should tell you. Perhaps knowing them will cause you more pain."

Fang Yiran quickly said:

"Brother Chu, I want to know, even if it's just to know why he is my savior."

Chu Wujiang nodded and said:

"During the great battle, Fang Xiaoran was possessed by an evil god of the Dayong Dynasty, who intended to kill Fang Xiang and use Fang Xiang to kill everyone in the Fang family."

“My paradise of benevolent rule is feeling a corresponding crisis.”

"Just then, that person came out to seek revenge and killed Fang Xiaoran. By a twist of fate, he also saved the entire Fang family and many other people in the world."

"Otherwise, there is a high chance that the evil god will sacrifice the Fang family and break the Holy Emperor's Great Formation."

Fang believed in fate.

Chu Wujiang didn't lie at all; it was all the truth.

This made Fang Yiran cry out in despair:

"Why is it happening like that."

"Why!"

His brother's killer was also the family's savior.

Fang Xiangcai was unwilling to tell his daughter the truth, or even investigate the background information, otherwise he would thank the other party for saving his life.

Even if this life-saving grace doesn't count, Huang Tianlang is still a hero who came to fight you to the death, moving the heavens. At that time, a white rainbow pierced the sun, unstoppable.

It is God's will.

Fang Xiang would not go against the will of Heaven.

And that is indeed the case. As a powerful being destined by fate, Chu Wujiang can release the will of heaven and gradually erase the relevant information. Even if you go to find Ba Cheng, he will not remember Huang Tianlang's matter.

Cleaning up the mess was easier than he thought.

But this was a bit too cruel for Fang Yiran.

Enemy and savior are now one.

Moreover, Huang Tianlang's revenge is entirely justified.

Only then did Fang Yiran understand why Fang Xiang was unwilling to tell her the truth.

Because my second brother killed someone else's brother, that person sought revenge and killed my eldest brother, which unexpectedly saved the Fang family.

Such a complex relationship is enough to drive anyone crazy.

Fang Yiran wailed for a long time, then threw herself into Chu Wujiang's arms and asked with pleading eyes:

"Brother Chu, what do you think is going on?"

Chu Wujiang said softly:
People must be responsible for their own actions.

"The Fang family indulged Fang Fusheng, which was the first cause. Fang Fusheng becoming a henchman of the demons was the second cause. With these causes, these results were reaped."

"Fang Xiaoran is a hero with flaws. He shouldn't have ended up like this. Because he doted on his younger brother and was unreasonable, he suffered this retribution."

Retribution, divine will.

Fang Yiran gritted her teeth and couldn't help but say:
"But we just want to protect our families."

Chu Wujiang nodded and said:

"Protecting family members and protecting home is a fundamental human ethic that will never be outdated, regardless of the era."

"The problem is, does protecting family members mean unlimited indulgence and spoiling, without even reasoning with them?"

"The Emperor once said that others also have families."

"Spoiling a child is like killing him."

"When Fang Fusheng used the power of the Fang family to harm others, Fang Xiaoran knew that he was destined for disaster."

Every bite and sip is preordained.

"Perhaps saying it this way will make you feel better."

Chu Wujiang possesses the Heavenly Demon God Kingdom, and his grasp of human nature has long been unparalleled. What Fang Yiran needs is an explanation, an explanation that takes responsibility for the current situation.

The Fang family spoiled Fang Fusheng, failing to rein in this mad dog, and ultimately brought this upon themselves.

Fang Yiran finally felt relieved and gritted her teeth, saying:
"This is all the result of the Fang family's indulgence; they have no one to blame but themselves."

Chu Wujiang nodded and said:

"Yiran, it's good that you can accept it. Get some rest."

Seeing that Fang Yiran had finally relaxed a little, Chu Wujiang was about to get up and leave when Fang Yiran quickly grabbed his collar and said:

"Brother Chu, wait a minute."

Chu Wujiang said softly:

"Yiran, what's wrong?"

Fang Yiran looked hopeful and said:

"Brother Chu, can you give me a beating?"

ha?
Fang Yiran said:

"I feel terrible."

"If it were Brother Chu who hit me, I would feel much better."

Sometimes, inner pain can be relieved through physical pain.

Chu Wujiang nodded and said:

"If you feel pain, remember to let me know."

Chu Wujiang didn't use his hands to strike, but instead used his demonic thoughts to create pain.

Upon receiving the command, the Heavenly Demon flew directly to Fang Yiran's buttocks.

what! !

Her voice was clear, melodious, and touching.

Chu Wujiang had rarely heard such a melodious cry, and couldn't help but use his Heavenly Demon Thoughts to teach her a lesson.

Before long, Fang Yiran's eyes were filled with tears.

Chu Wujiang wanted to let go, but she stubbornly said:
"Brother Chu, I didn't say stop."

"Ah~"

She kept going back and forth like this, seemingly oblivious to her own mortality.

People always have to do something.

Seeing that she was about to faint, Chu Wujiang prepared to go find Fang Xinran, but Fang Yiran covered her bottom with one hand and grabbed Chu Wujiang with the other, pleadingly saying:
"Brother Chu, may I become your concubine?"

Chu Wujiang knew that this brat had a bad temper, but he gradually corrected him. With Fang Fusheng as a role model, he never did anything really bad.

Looking at her hopeful expression, Chu Wujiang nodded and said:

"can."

"Let's do it after you've rested."

"Ok!"

Fang Yiran completely let go of her worries and stopped suffering because of it. It was as if she had crossed a threshold in her life. She then fell into a deep sleep with a slight smile on her lips.

Chu Wujiang then walked out of Fang Yiran's room and addressed Fang Xinran, who had been waiting for him:

"Don't worry, Miss Fang, Yi Ran is fine."

"She has begun to let go of her worries, and it won't be long before she gets out of this predicament."

Fang Xinran was right next to Fang Yiran. Although Chu Wujiang had set up a soundproof array, the array couldn't hear anything. Fang Xinran knew her sister too well.

She always manages to make a little noise.

Since there's no movement, it means there's a problem.

While Chu Wujiang was persuading Fang Yiran, he was outside.

So Chu Wujiang released the message of persuasion, telling her to stay where she was.

Fang Xinran's voice was a little hoarse:

"This humble lady pays homage to His Majesty."

"Long live my emperor, long live, long live."

Chu Wujiang spoke:

"Miss Fang, there's no need for such formalities."

"Fang Yiran doesn't understand the principles that need to be explained; she needs someone to explain them and offer her some comfort."

"Since Miss Fang knows all this perfectly well, I won't say anything more."

"If we really can't get out, then let's do good deeds for the Fang family."

"May Fang Xiaoran's next life be free from the need to spoil such a younger brother, and may he be able to realize his life's ambitions."

Fang Xinran was finally moved when she heard this.

"Your Majesty, what is your opinion of my elder brother?"

Chu Wujiang said softly:

"If it weren't for Fang Fusheng, he would still be a hero."

"Besides protecting his family, he also wanted to fight for humanity. Miss Fang can inherit this part of his will."

Fang Xinran, as if grasping at a lifeline, immediately asked:

"Your Majesty, what should I do?"

Chu Wujiang pondered for a moment and said:

"I have a dream that all people can live a comfortable life, with all their needs for food, clothing, housing, and transportation met, and that they can also afford medical care."

"This requires a lot of doctors."

"Xinglin should not only treat the rich, but also the poor."

"Make medical care affordable for everyone."

"I intend to entrust this task to you."

"can you do it?"

Fang Xinran kept asking herself what she should do.

Then Chu Wujiang told them what to do.

I am the Son of Heaven, the leader of the human race.

If you don't know what to do, I will lead you and even control you.

Fang Xinran had finally found the key to survival. She clung tightly to this lifeline and instinctively agreed:
"The people's daughter follows the decree."

Since it is His Majesty's decree, there is no other way but to obey His Majesty's command.

Fang Xinran's shattered Dao Heart has finally found a suitable way to repair it.

Chu Wujiang nodded and said:

"so be it."

Chu Wujiang fulfilled his promise to Fang Xiang and turned to leave, but unexpectedly Fang Xinran also called out:
"Your Majesty, please wait."

"This humble woman would like to receive more guidance and learning."

She craved more orders, orders that would make her feel at ease.

That day, Chu Wujiang stayed at the Fang family home, providing thorough guidance to the two Fang women until they regained their vitality.

Fang Yiran returned to Fengyulou to investigate corruption in various places, but outwardly complied while inwardly defying orders.

Fang Xinran returned to the medical community to attend the upcoming medical conference.

The Heavenly Mandate Dynasty has gained two more talented individuals, which greatly pleases Chu Wujiang.

In the process of constantly reforming the dynasty, Chu Wujiang gradually restored the new dynasty's vitality.

Three years later, the Holy Emperor's Grand Array.

"Your Majesty, are you leaving?"

(End of this chapter)