Being a talent in the Chusheng Demon Sect

Chapter 213 Heading South Immediately
The spacious hall was completely silent.

A cold wind blew in from who-knows-where, chilling people to the bone, and even the floor of the main hall was covered with a thin layer of frost.

"Your Majesty is too kind."

Faced with Prince Qing's question, Zhong Xin remained calm and solemnly replied, "The outcome is still uncertain. How can Your Majesty speak lightly of matters of life and death?"

".Hahaha."

The next second, Prince Qing suddenly burst into laughter: "Minister Zhong, you are overthinking it. I was just joking. Let's talk about the front lines. Which Foundation Establishment cultivators have died?"

Zhong Xin continued, "One is a rogue cultivator from Jiangbei. Besides that, the leader of the Panyun Sect, Fairy Yunhe, the patriarch of the Zhaoxia Clan, and the patriarch of the Yuanchen Clan have all been captured alive. Those who escaped are all injured, and they seem to have been terrified by the Demonic Sect. Given time, I'm afraid Zhanlong Pass will be unable to be defended."

Zhong Xin explained the cause and effect in detail.

After hearing the whole story, Prince Qing immediately revealed a furious expression: "Incompetent fools! They have brought shame and disgrace to the country! It seems I must come out of seclusion!"

"Issue the order: I will personally lead the army into battle."

"With my strength, I can gather the power of an entire nation on the battlefield, and by falsely claiming the position of a Great Master, any demon will be nothing more than a sword to behead!"

"Your Majesty, please do not act rashly."

Seeing this, Zhong Xin quickly stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty is of inestimable worth, the foundation of the nation, and no ordinary person. How can you personally go to such a dangerous place? This is absolutely unacceptable!"

"let it go."

Prince Qing readily returned to his original seat. He was joking, after all, he was a member of the imperial family, unlike those commoners. How could he possibly risk fighting a powerful enemy?
But if he doesn't step up, who can?

Thinking of this, he grasped Zhong Xin's hand again and sighed deeply, "My dear Zhong, if I do not personally lead the expedition, who can share my burdens?"

"Your humble servant is willing!"

Without the slightest hesitation, Zhong Xin solemnly said, "Your Majesty may bestow upon me the Emperor's Sword and the Imperial Axe, allowing me to assume the position of Grand Master and lead the army in Your Majesty's stead. In this way, even if war is fierce and dangerous, and something unexpected happens, it will be me who dies, while Your Majesty will be safe and sound, and you may then choose another virtuous minister to replace me."

"Wouldn't this hurt you too much?"

Prince Qing said kindly, "With your merits and destiny, it would be extremely costly to take on the position of Grand Master. There would be a backlash afterward, and your later life might be ruined."

"It is my pleasure to share the king's burdens."

Upon hearing this, Prince Qing nodded in satisfaction: "Good! Good! Of all the civil and military officials in the court, you are the only one who is a loyal, virtuous, and good minister!"

"Your Majesty flatters me."

Zhong Xin shook his head and said, "Your humble servant is merely a loyal subject."

Prince Qing smiled, then changed the subject: "You are an upright minister, so tell me frankly, what exactly should we do to deal with Chongguang of the Demonic Sect?"

"The Jiangdong Circuit is unreliable."

"That old man from the Astronomical Bureau actually said that my fate is sealed, that I am beset by powerful enemies outside and treacherous people within, and that it would be better to surrender than to resist stubbornly."

At this point, Prince Qing glanced at Zhong Xin again.

Despite his dismissive tone, he actually believed it to some extent; otherwise, he wouldn't have deliberately used the story of the emperor personally leading an expedition to test Zhong Xin.

"Your Majesty,"

Zhong Xin continued, "In my humble opinion, the most urgent task is to thoroughly investigate the country and strictly screen all infants under one year old."

"After all, according to the message from the Astronomical Bureau, Chongguang is a reincarnation."

"It's still early. He's just an infant. Even if he has some supernatural powers, he's easy to deal with. The longer it drags on, the more dangerous it will be!"

Prince Qing nodded: "Of course I know that. I have long since sent many talented and extraordinary people to search among the common people, determined to find his reincarnation."

"Forgive my bluntness, but this approach is unlikely to be effective."

Zhong Xin shook his head: "That Master Chongguang is said to be a Grand Master of the Demonic Sect, with a True Monarch supporting him. It's too difficult to find him."

At this point, Zhong Xin's tone suddenly revealed a chilling killing intent: "So instead of wasting time searching, why not just order all newborn babies to be drowned! That way, even if that master is incredibly powerful, he'll be powerless to do anything without ingredients!"

As soon as the words "drown all newborns" were spoken, Prince Qing narrowed his eyes. He was not stupid; he had certainly thought of this vicious plan, but he could not do it.

Because it's so hated.

Moreover, drowning newborns is undermining the foundation of the Daoist system. After all, without newborns, the population will decrease year by year, so how can we talk about governance?
However, if it is proposed by a subject, then there is no problem.

Thinking of this, Prince Qing couldn't help but smile and say, "Your suggestion is very good, but it must be done by a loyal, reliable, and meticulous person."

"Why don't you let me do it, my dear minister?"

Without a word, Zhong Xin immediately bowed his head and said, "Your humble servant obeys!"

“Very good.” Prince Qing nodded.
"During this period, I will feign illness and remain in the palace, ignoring external affairs. I entrust this matter to you, Minister Zhong. I trust you will not disappoint me."

As soon as he finished speaking, Prince Qing sighed inwardly. It was such a pity to waste such a useful talent. He knew he couldn't keep him afterward. The reason he claimed to be sick in the palace was to avoid getting involved in the drowning of the baby. Once Chongguang was eliminated, he would naturally "recover" and come out to set things right.

At that time, he will still be that wise and valiant ruler.

As for Zhong Xin, he will become a treacherous minister who took advantage of his trust to tyrannize the government and harm the people, thus rendering his value as a talent useless.

But at this moment.

"Report!"

Suddenly, a messenger's voice came from outside the palace, and then a soldier rushed in, holding a report in his hands, looking flustered: "Your Majesty, we've found it!"

"What did you find?"

Prince Qing raised an eyebrow, then snatched the report from the soldier's hand. After taking a closer look, he froze on the spot, then looked blankly at Zhong Xin.

Upon seeing this, Zhong Xin also looked curious: "Your Majesty?"

"Hahaha! Found it!"

The next second, Prince Qing burst into laughter, his face filled with ecstatic joy: "The people we sent out earlier have reported that they have found the reincarnated True Man Chongguang!"

The sea of ​​clouds reaching the sky and the Holy Fire Cliff.

On a bed with curtains on all four sides, True Monarch Qingcheng Feixue reclined, his fingertips twirling his black hair, casually surveying the scene below.

There is a map there.

A great river divides the east, west, south, and north, and dazzling stars are distributed on the map, one of which is located precisely in the position of the [Qing Kingdom].

However, until now, this star has remained extremely dim.

Just then, a clear and melodious voice suddenly rang out: "If Chongguang breaks through and the three of us join forces, we might have a chance in the later stages."

"Actually, [city wall soil] is also acceptable."

Qingcheng Feixue Zhenjun smiled and looked at the map: "I quite like that young man named Yuan Tu. He has the demeanor of a patriarch in his conduct and dealings with others."

"forget it."

"The soil from the city walls is something the three of us can't produce in the Pure Land. They regard it as a treasure and are just waiting to establish a Buddhist kingdom on earth."

Upon hearing this, True Monarch Qingcheng Feixue snorted coldly: "Just rely on that bunch of bald monks?"

"They dare to dream of a Buddhist kingdom on earth, a false sect that holds the throne!"

Just then, the dim star on the map gradually began to glow, though it was far less bright than the other stars, it was still shining.

"It's finally starting!"

Upon seeing this scene, True Monarch Qingcheng Feixue immediately stopped speaking, her face showing anticipation. Then, she parted her lips slightly and let out a voice that fell directly towards Jiangbei.

It reached the ears of Lü Yang, who was in seclusion at Gaizhu Mountain.

The content consists of only four words:
"Head south immediately."

(End of this chapter)