Killing Dao Fruit-Chapter 853 - 651: Improvised Persuasion, King Qin Falls into the Trap_2
Chapter 853: Chapter 651: Improvised Persuasion, King Qin Falls into the Trap_2
After listening to what Wang Yuan said, Emperor Shi frowned deeply and couldn’t help but retort:
"Though this way can inspire the vitality of the courtiers and can also transfer the grievances of the people onto the current rulers, it counts as the way of the Ancient Saint Kings.
But if this continues, where is the dignity of the monarch, and how will ambitions be realized?
Bear the disgrace of the nation, be the Sacrificial Master; bear the misfortunes of the nation, this is being the King of the World!
Those in power should have their powers and responsibilities unified; without bearing responsibility and the filth, they naturally won’t possess the corresponding power.
In the [Shangjun Book], there are three approaches: Emperor Path, King’s Way, and Domineering, originating from the Dharma Clan, Confucianism, and Law respectively.
My Great Qin still upholds the Domineering path with the law, embracing the Five Techniques of Civilian Control, severe laws, and punishment, making the people weak and the country strong — that’s the strategy for long-lasting stability!"
These words were spoken with a resounding force, with even a brighter light shining from his eyes.
Wang Yuan simply replied softly:
"Your Great Qin has fallen."
Emperor Shi’s momentum was momentarily halted, yet he forced himself to muster his spirit and continued:
"Man’s heart is as iron till death, testing one’s skill to repair the cracks in the sky!
My Dharma Primordial Spirit is [Refining Stones to Repair the Sky], and my ambition is naturally to sweep away all obstacles with iron-blooded means, using Human Dao to supplement the deficiencies of the Heavenly Dao!"
"Your Great Qin has fallen."
"I removed the weak and manipulated the strong, eliminating strong enemies externally and strong people internally, abolished hereditary systems, offended all interest groups within the nation, and even if the whole world was my enemy, I never changed my original intention!"
"Your Great Qin has fallen."
"I..."
Seeing Wang Yuan’s lip movements once again, the Emperor Shi, whose momentum had weakened to the extreme, felt the last bit of resolve in his heart dissipate completely.
A look of confusion emerged in his eyes.
"My... Great Qin really has fallen!
Could it be that this ’Headless Dragons’ Virtual Monarch system is truly the perfect system that is the trend of the times?"
Whether before or after unifying the six states, the always domineering Great Qin has already perished.
With such a precedent, no rhetoric, no matter how correct, holds any persuasive power.
Seeing himself repeatedly stabbed in the soft spot and almost swayed, the Emperor Shi, who had begun to doubt himself, Wang Yuan quietly laughed to himself:
’My Great Yan has not fallen!
Moreover, it is thriving, having broken the upper limits of agricultural civilization; it has already started industrial fission, with an unprecedented rate of development.
With four disciples and the [Succeeding Saints] coordinating in the center, plus the cheat-like [Collective Unconscious Sea], I am confident that within twenty years, it will surpass the development levels of the previous life.
Before I fail, whatever I say will be believed by others.
Of course, although the social vitality of this Virtual Monarch system is indeed high.
Do you think I would tell you that by executing this system, without even needing a hundred and fifty years, all emperors in the world will be finished?’
What has truly fallen is not the nation, but the emperor.
Wang Yuan also knew that the Virtual Monarch system is, in fact, the ideal state in the vision of the scholar class.
In a world without extraordinary power, it is extremely difficult for a monarch to achieve the balance of "Headless Dragons," and being sidelined by power-hungry ministers is the only outcome.
Not knowing when they might lose their life.
But the world of Daoist Magic is different.
The power inherent in oneself ensures that he always has the confidence to overturn the table and start anew.
Fists are power!
To clench a fist is to wield power!
The greater the force of the punch, the greater the power!
’Others only see the benefits of the Virtual Monarch to the subordinates, desperately competing internally, desperately creating value.
But what they see is only what I want them to see.
I have status, I have strength, and I hold the foundation of the entire civilization, able to reset everything at any time.
Conversely, every individual’s subjective initiative is the nutrient for my rapid growth; the more active they are, the stronger my power becomes.
If everyone is like a dragon, then I am the undisputed Dragon King!’
Thinking of this, Wang Yuan couldn’t help but curve his mouth slightly.
Turning his head to look at the Emperor Shi, whose eyes flickered as if he was gradually coming to some understanding, he spoke calmly:
"Ancestor Dragon, is there something you wish to say now?"
Emperor Shi slapped his thigh and, as if awakening from a dream, exclaimed in admiration:
"Indeed, I have been shallow. To give the subordinates and citizens the greatest autonomy, making society vibrant from top to bottom with Virtual Monarch governance is truly wonderful!"
Then, with burning eyes, he said to Wang Yuan:
"Since the Holy Emperor wishes to rule by remaining above the fray, drawing out everyone’s ability.
Then, what do you think... of my ability?"
In the dynasty system, the monarch, ministers, subordinates, and envoys each play different roles.
"Shennong’s Materia Medica" states: "The top 120 herbs are for the monarch, mainly to nourish life; the middle 120 herbs are for the ministers, mainly to cultivate nature; the bottom 125 herbs are for the subordinates and envoys, mainly to cure diseases;
the use of medicine must conform with the monarch, ministers, subordinates, and envoys."
The same principle applies to the [Imperial Decree Twelve Laws], which uses the gathering of the masses as its foundation.
The phrase "monarch, ministers, subordinates, and envoys" encapsulates the intricate secrets of cultivation.
The benefits gained from systemic governance have never solely favored the Human Lord himself; they incidentally encompass all subordinates, making it commonplace for concubines to ascend to the skies.
With the dynasty’s elevation, even chickens and dogs soar to the heavens.
As long as he can occupy a good position ahead of time within the Immortal Dynasty’s system.
Relying on his abilities, when Wang Yuan truly assumes the rightful position of [Mysterious Vault God].
For himself, as a [Human Immortal] advancing to become one of the Five Directions Heavenly Emperor, achieving an [Undying Primordial Spirit] is entirely feasible.
Most importantly, this is what the Emperor personally declared as "Virtual Monarch Governance," willing to greatly delegate power.
Once wielding real power, what difference does it make from being an emperor?
Originally, he just wanted to form a good relationship with this currently sought-after [Yin Heaven Son], but now his attitude has done a complete 180-degree turn.
In the previous moment, he wouldn’t even consider being an official dog of the Great Yan!
In the next moment, how fragrant it smells!
Even though Emperor Shi was of extraordinary intelligence, he was limited by the times and was easily swayed by Wang Yuan’s influence.
His mind was entirely occupied with the thought of following him to have plenty to eat.
Seeing that Wang Yuan did not immediately agree but instead revealed a contemplative look, he could no longer maintain his composure and threw out the true bargaining chip he brought to Wang Yuan.
"Taoist Fellow, do you know that to achieve [Mysterious Vault God], one must inevitably validate the Dao with force!
The roads that seek [Heavenly Dao’s favor] by pleasing the Heavenly Dao or the Killing Tree are all untenable.
Only by gathering the power of all beings and even all immortals can there be a slight possibility.
I am willing to lend you a hand! Listen carefully as I explain, during my last ascension failure, I discovered..."
After such a long time, Emperor Shi had completely figured things out.
The highest positions in the three realms, [Mysterious Vault God], [Five Directions Heavenly Emperor] (Innate Five Emperors, Subsequent Five Emperors), [Registering Immortal] account for three classes altogether.
The latter two possibilities might achieve greatness through creating immense value for the Heavenly Dao, but the highest [Mysterious Vault God] can only be attained by validating the Dao with force!
Or rather, it must be seized by force indiscriminately.
It’s clear when you think carefully, no emperor of any dynasty would actively abdicate their throne to a capable minister just because that minister accomplished great feats.
Once that capable minister reaches an uncrowned, meritoriously overpowering position.
Besides a life-and-death struggle, there is absolutely no second choice.
Even if that capable minister is loyal and unswerving, countless subordinates would still kneel for him... and drape him in the imperial robe!
As for the so-called Heaven’s Son: as the name suggests, he is the legitimate elder son of Heaven.
The power comes from divine appointment, and the governance of the world is in accordance with Heaven’s will, hence called Heaven’s Son, the status comes from Heaven.
Since Emperor Shi engraved the words "Heaven’s mandate, longevity and prosperity" on the Imperial Jade Seal, such an outcome was predestined.
With native Heavenly Dao and the Killing Tree counterattacking together, surviving until now is already sheer luck.
Since "virtue not matching its position will inevitably lead to disaster."
His family has suffered enough from lacking "virtue," but Wang Yuan possesses virtue!
Especially Martial Virtue, extremely abundant.
Slaying two Heavenly Officials with ease, a single sword repelling the Undying Primordial Spirit, his unparalleled might among peers is hardly enough to describe his prestigious fame.
Along with the [Sui Hou Pearl], [Imperial Jade Seal], [Imperial Decree Twelve Laws]... and more, all have already fallen into Wang Yuan’s hands.
Furthermore, he commands the only Great Yan Immortal Dynasty in the mortal world.
He is already the most likely to cultivate into the [Human Book] in this era, and the sole person who might lend him a hand.
Wang Yuan silently chewed over the information provided by Emperor Shi:
"Without relying on the Killing Tree or the Heavenly Dao, purely validating the Dao with force..."
Emperor Shi did not know that Wang Yuan is a Heaven and Earth Anomaly, a person beyond fate, who has also achieved the unprecedented [Heavenly Immortal], inherently possessing the foundation to validate the Dao with force.
Yet the intelligence he provided remains immensely valuable.
"Enough, I feel an instant kinship with King Qin. Hence, I will confer the lands of Roufo, Dingjiyi, and Siji Port among the islands of the Southern Ocean to King Qin, sharing the national fortune and Dragon Energy."
Seemingly moved by his sincerity, Wang Yuan "reluctantly" accepted him into his fold.
As soon as the words were spoken, a thunderclap resounded in the sky over Red County Shenzhou.
The national fortune of the Great Yan Immortal Dynasty visibly surged upward dramatically.
"The next step is to seek the Heavenly Book from the Nine Heavens Mysterious Girl."
All this happened so naturally, without any trace of Daoist Skill or Fate interference.
Yet as if pushed by invisible hands, Wang Yuan’s pursuit of the "supreme" steps, without a doubt, accelerated once again!
