Confucian and Taoist scholar

"The Taiping Jing?"

"He actually agreed to compile scriptures?"

Taking advantage of the remaining time, Yun Xiao had a chat with representatives from various major sects in Furong City.

Upon learning of Lu Zheng's thoughts, everyone couldn't help but consider the pros and cons.

To be honest, over the years, the Taoist school has not produced a single classic that has been widely circulated.

However, the quality of Taoist practitioners varies greatly across different regions of Shu and even throughout the world.

Lu Zheng's willingness to help compile scriptures and to restrain the Taoist sects throughout the land is actually a good thing.

They all knew that in this world, only Lu Zheng had such prestige and strength, which made people believe in him and could keep the situation in check.

If it were any other Taoist master, they might not necessarily be able to convince people.

This guy, if you're not convinced, he'll really beat you into submission, or even cause you substantial destruction.

In short, these people still wanted to cultivate for a few more years to see if they could break through their cultivation level, and they did not want to be enemies with Lu Zheng.

Seeing that his old acquaintances were pragmatic, Yun Xiao didn't try to persuade them further.

Before long, many important figures were summoned to the palace.

But when they saw Lu Zheng, they did not see the Shu Emperor, and they saw Lu Zheng holding the Imperial Seal...

Many people looked astonished, still unable to believe it.

Some people even have the fantasy that "we, your subjects, haven't even had a chance to surrender yet, how come Your Majesty surrendered first?"

Lu Zheng began, "From this day forward, I will act as the emperor for a period of time. Does anyone have any objections?"

Everyone reacted differently upon hearing this.

An old court official finally couldn't help but say, "This is against etiquette, although you..."

Upon hearing this, Lu Zheng raised his hand to interrupt, his voice indifferent: "Etiquette and law? You have governed a country into such a mess, is that in accordance with the way of the sages? What etiquette and law, what principles? Over the years, I, Lu, have spoken to the whole world far too much about it."

"I'm not here today to argue with you about principles."

"Guards, take this old man away and strip him of his official position..."

Such pedantic and blindly loyal people should be removed from the stage of the times.

Upon hearing this, some imposing palace guards immediately dragged the old minister away, and even gagged him to prevent him from making any wild remarks.

Lu Zheng then looked at the others, "Anyone who feels uncomfortable can leave on their own."

The crowd made no move and left on their own. Perhaps once they left this door, someone would find some leverage against them and they would be eliminated immediately.

They never thought Lu Zheng was an easy person to talk to, at least not to people of their privileged class.

Seeing that no one was leaving, Lu Zheng said, "Since everyone is willing to stay, I hope everyone can cooperate and work together to create a better future."

"Lu is not blind, so don't even think about playing any tricks."

"Well, I'm not that kind-hearted either. I've killed so many Saint Realm experts that I can't even count them on two hands..."

After just a few words, some people were already sweating profusely.

Lu Zheng didn't waste any time and issued a series of decrees, adjusted the positions of court officials, and promoted many young people.

Those young people came from royal families and Taoist sects, and all of them had undergone systematic training and learning in the Taiping Domain.

No one objected to Lu Zheng's dismissal and promotion of officials.

Even when it came to getting the Taoist sects and powerful figures to contribute their benefits, they were all quite cooperative.

The government orders issued were actively implemented by all departments.

Far from causing any chaos due to Lu Zheng taking control of the Shu Kingdom, things became even more orderly.

A palace maid carefully reported the situation to the Shu Emperor.

The Shu emperor listened with great interest, as if he were a mere spectator.

"I knew it. Once he arrives, all the monsters and demons in Shu will have to behave themselves..." The Shu Emperor said quietly, "He will govern on behalf of the emperor. It seems I will have to stay in this position for a while longer."

……

"Your Majesty, please sign the document to amend the national system and announce it to the world..."

In the imperial palace of Yandu, a group of young and trusted ministers submitted a memorial requesting the newly enthroned emperor to change the national system.

The young Emperor Yan looked at the document before him, his expression uneasy.

"Monarchy...Constitutional..."

He hadn't even warmed his seat on the throne when his ministers petitioned for reforms that would greatly weaken imperial power and the influence of other powerful figures.

He promised numerous benefits to these meritorious officials who helped him conquer the country.

These people are now actually willing to cut themselves in half, almost dragging him, the emperor, down with them to implement the national policy of the Taiping Domain New Kingdom.

Of course, these young people who came to petition did have that thought.

The ascension of this new emperor to the throne and the reforms were merely a transitional measure.

This was also to set an example for other great dynasties.

That means even a powerful dynasty can gradually diminish the emperor's power until there is no emperor left...

"why?"

The young emperor looked at these meritorious officials before him and felt that they had become very unfamiliar.

"Of course it's for the people, for a peaceful world. Does Your Majesty think we're after high positions and generous salaries?"

A young meritorious official, his eyes bright, said, "Did His Majesty ascend the throne merely to enjoy imperial power? This is a betrayal of the millions of people of Yan, a betrayal of Mr. Lu, and a betrayal of us all..."

Their decision to launch an attack now stems from their knowledge of the upheavals in several major powers and their understanding that Lu Zheng is now capable of suppressing the world single-handedly, with no one able to rival him.

Upon hearing this, the Yan Emperor's heart sank, and he was speechless.

He even sensed that if he didn't want to, these meritorious officials were probably planning to establish a new emperor.

"Good good..."

The Emperor of Yan twitched his lips and signed and sealed the document.

The courtiers hurriedly praised the emperor for his benevolence and profound understanding of righteousness.

Soon, someone published the contents of the document and sent highly skilled people to inform the courts of various countries.

The new policies of the Yan Kingdom should be known to all the other states as soon as possible.

When other dynasties learned of this, they couldn't help but find it novel.

I've seen emperors weaken powerful and aristocratic families, but I've never seen a law that cuts off most of one's own power.

Many people aren't stupid; they can probably guess what's going on.

This is to weaken the power of a dynasty's ruling class through the most peaceful means possible.

The conservatives were unable to stop this self-revolutionary approach and could only watch helplessly as the situation changed.

It is obvious that Lu Zheng is behind these reformers.

……

Lu Zheng made a trip to various countries, which can be considered as advancing his advocacy to a new level.

This also deepened the connection between the mysterious Taiping Heavenly Way and various parts of the world, and linked it with the fortunes of those great dynasties.

He believed that it wouldn't be long before the new country's legal system could be implemented throughout the world, bringing more benefits to the people of all nations.

A brand new era has begun and is gradually moving towards glory.

The bleak autumn wind blows again today, but the world has changed.

Looking at the golden fields outside Yongding City, Lu Zheng said softly, "The world will ultimately belong to the people." (End of Chapter)