I Can Reap Qi Fortune from Players-Chapter 409 - 203: Xinyi’s Coup and the Saint’s Scheme
Just as Ning Zheng handed the camera to the two hosts to continue the auction and warm up today’s ceremony,
crash!
The screen shifted, and a new group of people appeared opposite the open projection.
High-ranking members from all the local Great Sects, Holy Lands, and the Xinyi Family had taken their seats.
They were not present in person, but instead sent their Dharma Aspects.
They all congratulated:
"Welcome."
"Welcome."
"I thought your esteemed force would have to speak for quite a while, but I didn’t expect it to be so concise."
"Concise, with the forging style of the Xirong Divine Craftsman."
Before him, he had officially stepped into the high-end circles of Xinyi.
Everyone here was a top-tier leader from Xinyi Continent, and even Nine-State level; the leaders of various sects were almost all of the One Heart Realm.
It was also the first time for Ning Zheng to meet this generation’s King of Xinyi State—Xinyi Yun, a man with a gentle face and courteous demeanor.
Ning Zheng subconsciously thought:
So, the beautiful woman in white who came to my shop in the Capital City, was she the first generation King of Xinyi State?
A princess from the previous dynasty?
"Ladies and gentlemen, today’s main character has arrived, there’s no need to over-talk and overshadow them," Xinyi Yun smiled, "Let us ask the main character to say a few words first."
Ning Zheng smiled and said:
"The affiliation of Scaly Gate signifies that our force will join the family of Xinyi State, there’s no need for overly polite words, so we’ll give everyone some meeting gifts."
With those words.
The Sword Fairy ordered her maid to bring trays holding several exquisite bottles.
The bottles contained High Tier Original Spirit Liquid, extracted from various useless spiritual medicines in those commercial buildings.
Each bottle of spirit liquid was worth millions of Magic Coins; one could say they spared no expense.
"Is this today’s featured product?"
The few people did not look at the contents, only smiling as they accepted, before ordering people to send various gifts in return.
Exchanging gifts is the way to make connections.
"The establishment of Ximen is just a minor event. We welcome everyone to support us today," Ning Zheng openly stated the real issue:
"Everyone, if you wish to purchase our Ark Series, you can privately make reservations; in today’s changing world, these Defensive Divine Artifacts are essential."
"We are in the business of neutrality; we’ll still need your support in the future."
Ning Zheng spoke with much politeness, very official.
Everyone present was a shrewd talent; speaking recklessly, exposing information chaotically at such a time, could lead to major issues.
Xinyi Yun smiled, "Indeed! We in Xinyi State are all one family... Gentlemen, what do you think of the current Saint?"
The Sect Leader of the Ancient Language Sect, an old white-haired man, spoke very officially, "Since it’s recognized by the Jiushui Saint, we naturally acknowledge it as well."
"How could we dare have any suggestions? We can’t meddle in Court affairs." Another Sect Leader also spoke very officially.
"Very well."
Xinyi Yun said, "Since it is admitted as the legitimate rule, we will naturally support this newly enthroned Saint."
Someone beside him slightly furrowed their brows, about to rebut.
Xinyi Yun smiled again, "We just received news that the Xin Dynasty Saint will be visiting Xinyi State for an inspection and will establish a temporary palace here to reside for some time."
For some time?
The complexions of the Great Sect Leaders present immediately showed surprise and doubt.
Is this Saint intending to simply take Xinyi State City as his new Capital?
Is he insane!!?
The just-moved Capital he doesn’t want, and he wants to come here?
All major forces across the Nine-States have already inserted spies, replacing some local subjects, infiltrating his court, posing as various ministers to prepare for action.
However.
This Xin Dynasty Saint, contrary to convention, straightaway moves to Xinyi State City, regarding it as his palace, planning to stay for a time?
Everyone could understand this person’s thoughts.
He clearly knows the court is full of spies, and before the Jiushui Saint died, he purposefully made him uncomfortable, creating chaos in his court.
He wants to completely break away from the Capital, outside it, to uncover spies in the Capital one by one from a bystander’s perspective.
But he is too arrogant.
The Capital, after all, is a fortress easy to defend and hard to attack!
Now he comes to Xinyi State City, where the defense is not strong; is he really not afraid of being besieged?
The expressions of everyone present constantly changed.
How the situation unfolds is another matter, but Xinyi State as the war’s main theater... is pulling everyone into the water!
"Gentlemen, what do you think?" Xinyi Yun smiled gently.
The crowd immediately hesitated to speak.
This one is clearly forcing the palace to act.
How would they not know, the current Xinyi Family has completely pledged allegiance back to the former dynasty’s Saint!
Xinyi Yun himself is of royal blood, and a man as well.
The deceased Last Saint, in his lifetime, had such a strong obsession with having offspring.
Before them stands a male heir.
This Xinyi Yun might very well be established as the new Crown Prince!
Even though Xinyi Yun appears effeminate, evidently with the curse of royal blood.
Being a man is already a breakthrough!
Xinyi Yun said:
"You were all former ministers of the previous dynasty. You betrayed the Court back then, transformed from the sects of the Holy Land of Innate Spirit Roots to sects researching the technology of Planting Spirit Roots, converting to Postnatal Spirit Roots."
"But that great one, generous as he was, chose to forgive you, understanding that your actions were compelled by the circumstances, as long as you choose to return to allegiance."
He paused,
"All of our Holy Lands in the Xinyi Continent were originally old factions of the previous dynasty, still connected by residual ties. Why not reunite now?"
Xinyi Yun continued:
"You might be cursing in your hearts, calling us traitors to the Court, mere opportunists."
"But how could you not know that it was the secret arrangement left by Jiu Shui Saint, the greatest hero in human history?"
"The Saint passed the mantle to Firewood Saint, which is rightful; our allegiance, how could it amount to treachery?"
He stood up, his gaze swept around, resting upon everyone:
"Nowadays, everyone in Nine-State is trying every means to seize the core of his [Chronicles of Time], but if we become descendants of the Royal Family, wouldn’t it be effortless to obtain the core?"
"Everyone is planting spies, yet unknowingly, our Xinyi Family is naturally endowed to be the greatest spies!"
Everyone remained silent.
They already understood the profound intention of the Saint.
This was first about taking over the Xinyi State and then using it as a base to break through the states one by one, "discussions" will follow.
In this silent atmosphere, Xinyi Yun sipped tea quietly, glancing at the projection opposite Ning Zheng, revealing a gentle smile.
Ning Zheng inwardly sighed:
"Truly fallen into a nest of thieves; everywhere here are old remnants of the previous dynasty, I can’t wash myself clear away of this."
"No wonder that Firewood Saint favored me so much back then; turns out I’d been forcibly labeled by him in Xinyi State from the start!"
"No wonder even Jiu Shui Saint didn’t want to interfere with me, didn’t even summon me alone."
"This is because Jiu Shui Saint knew his time was up, unable to manage matters after him, wanting Firewood Saint to protect me, this young reformer, amid chaos."
Not making contact, leaving it to the next Saint to ascend the throne, is the best indeed, as his era has passed.
Under such circumstances, State City of Xinyi might turn into a temporary Capital City, assassinations will be inevitable!
At this moment.
Those blacksmiths leaning at the window at the corner of the projection, seeing this scene, were carefree:
"Haha, property prices in Xinyi State are about to rise, we’re profiting big time."
"Yeah, even compared to the five rings of Capital City, these property prices are exploding with profit."
"Xinyi King, about to become Crown Prince."
"I was too shallow; Manor Master marrying into the Xinyi Family, that’s joining the Royal Family, a royal son-in-law!"
"Why are you still playing the old jokes; this is supposed to be the plot of a grand heroine?"
"Crown Prince Consort, the current Crown Prince has two potential candidates, Jiushui Crown Prince and the potential Crown Prince in front, Xinyi Yun."
"Right, the Crown Prince Consort is caught in a plot of two husbands chasing one wife?"
"An intriguing martial arts love drama coming up!"
...
Everyone was elated.
This new expansion package, initially thought to be merely: Saints inspecting Xinyi State, attacked by others.
Who knew it would be even more explosive than imagined!
The Saints directly came to station here, instantly elevating Xinyi State City’s status.
This amounts to us occupying the city gate of a Capital City, doesn’t it?
Wait a minute.
Was the Saint attacked, not entering through our city gate?
Tower defense game reappears!
They recalled those ancient tower defenses, protecting a crystal.
This Saint is the crystal, tower defense strategies arise, with various traps...
"Fun, isn’t it!!"
"More than just fun!"
"Indeed, iron forging is the main storyline, so cool."
The blacksmiths chattered carelessly.
While the sect leaders from various Holy Lands exchanged courtesies briefly, stood up to take their leave.
Expressing preparation for a thoughtful decision.
If previously, they could directly pledge allegiance to this Dead Saint, there certainly would be no future.
But if they align with the living Xinyi Family, it might hold great promise.
Because now, Xinyi Family is backed by a true Saint, potentially becoming the new rulers of the next dynasty, the new Royal Family.
If they invest now, they could have the merit of following the Dragon!
If successful, in the future division of Nine-State, they could be granted lands and titles, becoming one of the Nine Great Continent Kings.
How could this not make them eager eyed?
Becoming a Continent King is far greater than surpassing all competitors, holding a higher probability to vie for the next generation of Saints.
So, they hesitated.
Once these people left, only Xinyi Yun remained, along with the Sword Fairy who was still holding up a "camera" with a puzzled expression.
Xinyi Yun said politely: "In the future, some assignments might need your help."
"We only take commercial orders, regardless of political affairs, please understand."
Ning Zheng sighed silently, directly asked: "May I ask, has Jiu Shui Saint really passed away? Just curious, no need to answer if it’s inconvenient."
Xinyi Yun smiled, "Went in alive, but life and death no longer hold significance."
