Divine Brilliance

“Low-Grade Xuan Mind Stone Mine? So that was why…”

 Within a city known as Huiye City on Huizhou Island, Zong Shou was seated within the palace of the original City Lord, looking at the few Mind Stones in his hand in surprise.

 The crystals were transparent and there seemed to be clouds surging within.

 This was something the Hidden Guard who was under Ruoshui sent people to bring over. They were Xuan Grade Mind Stones, most of them were Low Grade but one or two were Intermediate Grade.

 He looked closely at where those Taoist Cultivators came out from recently.

 In a short few days he found his mine. It looked like it was still a rich one. Those Hidden Guards under Ruoshui hid at the end of the mine and dug in secret and managed to get these few.

 Zong Shou frowned. In his memory this mine didn’t exist.

 However, it wasn’t a surprising matter. When Mind Stones reached Xuan Grade, only Spirit Realm and above Cultivators could use them. Those sects must have occupied them so normal people couldn’t even come into contact. Naturally, there would be no records in history.

 Speaking of which, it would be really weird if the Cloud World didn’t have any Xuan Grade Mind Stone mines.

 After all, it was a place which many Alien Races saw as a Celestial World.

 Because this world had many spiritual items and rich resources, so many outside region powers would target it.

 His doubts from before were all gone. Low Xuan Grade mines were something that was rare even 100 years after the Spiritual Wave began.

 If one occupied it at the start, who knows how many more experts and Dao Soldiers they could develop for Daoling Vast Habitat…

 If one normal High-Grade Mind Stone mine could feed 1,000 Grade-6 Dao Soldiers.

 Then, this mine could at least provide for 10,000.

 If it was a rich mine it could even feed 12,000…

 No wonder that Daoling Vast Habitat betrayed him without batting an eyelid!

 One Xuan Grade Mind Stone could last ten days of use for his Book of Eon Extreme Life.

 If he obtained the vein, then he wouldn’t have to worry in a short time. He could spend a day as ten days…

 Following this, Zong Shou shook his head. Although this was in his territory, this was something he couldn’t swallow alone.

 Especially at such a time when he was enemies with Daoling Vast Habitat, so he couldn’t take the risk.

 “Send someone to inform Sword Sect and Common People’s Path to send people to discuss! You can also tell the Buddhist Sect!”

 With this Xuan Grade mine, in the future, Common People’s Path could properly aid him. As for Sword Sect, they could be on the same side. Naturally, the Ten Thousand Sword Vast Habitat had to pay a high enough price.

 The Buddhist Sect was unnecessary. Around the Seven Cloud Mountain there were millions of souls of the dead who needed their monks to perform rituals.

 Apart from purifying the Vengeful Energy, they could also settle down the troops.

 Actually, he could also borrow the power of the Demon Sect. However, Zong Shou hated them and knew that they wouldn’t be grateful for anything. They only did things for their own interest.

 A smart person wouldn’t make enemies with everyone. As a ruler, one also couldn’t follow one’s personality too much.

 Within the proper path there were still fake men and evil people. However, since the Demon Path Cultivators practiced evil arts and gory methods, then they definitely weren’t good people.

 Gantian Mountain should be able to get half of the profits of the mind.

 It was a surprise fortune. At least he didn’t need to worry about the compensation money which he had a huge headache about.

 From Lianyun Island to Seven Cloud Mountain, although not under his rule, millions were held hostage. However, Zong Shou still wanted to treat them equally.

 “The Ministry of Rites and Court of Colonial Affairs will naturally discuss that with them!”

 A firm voice suddenly spread from beneath the City Lord throne and broke his train of thought.

 “I heard that ancient dragons wouldn’t swim close to shallow beaches. Phoenixes wouldn’t go near water. Since ancient times, important people have known about protecting themselves and never placed themselves in danger, much less you? Moreover, you have no kids so you have to be more careful!”

 When Zong Shou heard this voice he felt his head hurt. The one who was speaking was Zhang Huai whose face was flushed red in rage.

 In the past, he didn’t think that this fellow would become such a strong and determined official?

 “I know that the Ruler is really courageous and unrivaled in the Cloud World! However, people who are good at fighting die in battle, people who are good at swimming drown in water. Doesn’t the Ruler know how to take care of himself? If the Blood Cloud Cavalry came any later, if Wuji was stronger, would the Ruler have been able to escape? If anything happened to the Ruler how would we officials punish ourselves?”

 Whilst speaking Zhang Huai glanced toward the puppy that was laying on Zong Shou’s shoulder.

 At this moment the scales were gone, the flames on its hooves too. It was stretching out its tongue and licking Zong Shou’s face.

 If not for that Qilin, this Ruler he had recognized for less than three months would have probably died.

 To fight against 7,000 Purple Qilin Flame Spear Cavalry alone, this was no different from asking to die.

 He felt furious just thinking about it.

 “I feel that Zong Yuan and Yin Yang deserve to be beheaded! They knew that you would be in a dangerous situation and they didn’t stop you. That isn’t how a subject should act…”

 Zong Shou stood expressionless at the side, unwilling to argue.

 This time it was indeed his fault for not persuading Zong Shou.

 He was also really annoyed as he looked at Zong Shou in front of him.

 On the contrary, he felt grateful towards Zhang Huai. If he could cause the Ruler to be more careful in the future then that would be for the best.

 The hall was totally silent with no one speaking at all or defending Zong Shou. Kong Yao’s face was totally green, she also felt afraid. She was happy to see them take revenge against the Buddhist Sect but she didn’t think that Zong Shou would take such a risk.

 Zong Shou was speechless, looking around asking for help. Wherever his eyes landed, everyone avoided him.

 Thinking to himself that these people were truly vicious, they were really just betraying him. None of them were willing to give him a platform to end this topic…

 Although he didn’t expect that the Qilin would be so afraid of Xiaori, at that time he really had 50-60% confidence. He was also sure that Zong Yuan would arrive in time.

 If he couldn’t beat them, then he would just flee. The ancient overlords did the same so it wasn’t a loss of face…

 However, at this moment he wasn’t able to say that out valiantly.

 His body was totally displaced, tens of places were broken, his meridians were in chaos.

 During the battle with those 7,000 Purple Qilin Flame Spear Cavalry, he used a shocking amount of energy, not lower than them at all.

 However, if not for Xiaori suddenly showing off his strength and if Zong Yuan had arrived later, he would have had to consider fleeing after blocking one to two more waves.

 Zhang Huai still stared aggressively at him, making him smile.

 “I will follow what you say and not do it again, I will be careful…”

 He was the Ruler of the country and also a Sword Cultivator. If he needed to fight he wouldn’t back off. Such a promise was already the limit.

 The people in the hall knew that they couldn’t force him too much, their tense emotions relaxed.

 Zhang Huai’s face also warmed slightly. Following this, he passed another document over.

 “There is another matter. The Prime Minister and the Cabinet Elders returned the Ruler’s decree to wipe out Taoism. Prime Minister also wants me to help him tell you that he doesn’t dare support it. Even if Ruler wants to push it, he would object it in the Meeting Hall.

 The moment these words were spoken, Zong Shou’s fist clenched tight and cracking sounds could be heard.

 Zhang Huai’s expression didn’t change, “Prime Minister Ren mentioned that a Ruler can’t send troops just because of rage. Even if we are enemies with the Taoist Sect we can’t stop people from believing in their path. We also can’t punish them for talking about Taoist scriptures. This was a random decree from Ruler so please think about it properly!”

 Zong Shou’s face flushed red, the golden throne under him was smashed into pieces.

 That damn old man actually retorted him. What did he want?

 It also did make sense but it didn’t give him any face at all?

 He had to bear with this person for too long!

 “Then apart from this what did he say?”

 Ren Tianxing’s heart jumped, he felt a terrifying and bone-chilling suppression in the hall.

 Uncle, what were you thinking? What if Ruler gets furious and chops off your head?

 He had his reason for prohibiting Taoism. Since those Taoist Cultivators chose that path, then they had to die. There was no need to anger the Ruler just for that.

 Zhang Huai’s eyes were slightly closed as he thought about it. He still said it honestly, “He said that Ruler just wants to use the chance to act against the Taoist Sect, to cut off their power in the world to take back the land used for their temples and strengthen our power. Although the policy is good, you don’t need to harm the innocent. If we punish people for their words and statements we will be not far away from a chaotic society. We just need to use methods to restrict them and make them voluntarily leave the control of Daoling Vast Habitat. Alienate them, tax heavily and even make them join us, those are all good ideas…”

 Kong Yao frowned. A Ruler unable to use his power, wasn’t that the true sign of a country dying?

 She couldn’t help but look at Zong Shou in a gloating manner. What happened today was all because of Zong Shou. He couldn’t blame anyone…

 How was he going to deal with it? Kill Renbo with one knife? Impossible. He would give Ren Tianxing face and let him live.

 However, he wouldn’t have a good time. Renbo’s actions were intolerable for any Ruler.

 Zong Shou was in deep thought. Moments later, he gritted his teeth, “Then split it into two decrees and let the Meeting Hall discuss…”

 He was really reluctant in his heart. If this happened again next time, then he really wouldn’t tolerate it anymore.

 The dozens of people were startled. Following this, they understood; Zong Shou was actually giving in.

 He actually didn’t do anything to Renbo.

 Zhang Huai’s eyes flashed and then together with Ren Tianxing they both bowed deeply and sincerely.

 Zong Shou looked at his chest, the red ruby actually jumped up and shone brightly.

 This time it made him feel really annoyed.

 Whilst Kong Yao was left speechless, for some reason she felt at ease. It seemed like she had to ask her Father to act. This treasure couldn’t restrict the Ruler’s King Energy.