I Have a Dice Left by a God-Chapter 343 - 210: The Little Wolfdog’s Prowess
Stee exchanged glances, "Impressive!"
"Will there be trouble over there?" Christie asked.
Ma Zhe shook his head, "I guess not, positions differ, ideas differ, and they probably don’t have as many articles as we do. The decision is in the hands of the public, which is actually a true test of the King’s governance over the years, entirely dependent on public opinion."
"Print more of ’Utopia Mountain’s Revenge,’ tomorrow’s slogan will be ’No price increase for more volume,’" Christie said.
"Doesn’t this style sound a lot like Li Xin’s?" Ma Zhe laughed.
Christie glared at Ma Zhe’s lips, her younger brother always inadvertently came up with good ideas.
The factory started rumbling, while Christie went back to sleep; after all, staying up late is bad for the skin. Not sure if the little wolf dog has been conscientious in typing, this batch of articles was originally intended for the weekly publication but is being used early now. If there isn’t stock, they’ll have to leave a blank.
Ma Zhe stayed in the factory, supervising, and took a brief look; his experience told him this was definitely the best counterattack at the moment, but the actual effect still depended on tomorrow’s response.
Six articles were sent to the Hedan Daily, and after the editors of the Hedan Daily looked at them, they felt the King’s attitude of admitting to wrongs was quite sincere. Although it hinted at another culprit, this culprit could very well be the King himself, masking the truth. The Hedan Daily began its work; of course, they did not dare to not publish, especially since the King hasn’t abdicated yet. At most, it would be like setting a fire, but given the current situation, there was no need. Rumors have already spread, the nobles have agreed among themselves—the King’s indifferent apology is merely an avoidance that will only provoke greater dissatisfaction among the nobles.
At least from now on, his reputation for fairness is gone.
The dawn barely broke.
Hedan started in the loud cries of newspaper boys selling papers, bustling streets, many people holding a newspaper in their hands, mostly the Hex Bird Report because this time it was twice the usual amount and with an "Early Special Edition" of ’Utopia Mountain’s Revenge’—just this selling point was enough to attract the majority of readers. Given that ’Utopia Mountain’s Revenge,’ even second-hand Hex Bird Reports have a market. After all, Moncalleta is large; besides Hedan, there are other places. With merchants leading the trend, many places experience reading frenzy—Hex-Tech can’t be fully popularized, only in some big cities, outside Lelong, only cities permitted have Hex-Tech and Hex Bird Report. This kind of special edition isn’t a loss or a mistake—after reading it, casually handing it over might even earn an extra profit.
"Extra! Extra! No price increase for more volume! Special edition of ’Utopia Mountain’s Revenge’ limited sale, plus the important announcement from the fair Your Majesty! Don’t miss it!"
"Annual most important edition of Hex Bird Report, Hedan reportedly finds Evil God’s Blood Fetus..."
"Extra! Extra! Limited edition Bird Report..."
"Extra! Extra! The real culprit of the Inner Demon emerges, background extremely deep..."
Newspaper boys also shouted with all their might, besides the compelling content, there’s the blessing of the God of Fortune. Whenever there’s ’Utopia Mountain’s Revenge’ day, randomly gold coins are dropped—a gold coin can ensure a newspaper boy’s family does not worry about food and drink for a year.
Those who know and those who don’t know were aware by this time; anyone not tight on resources would buy a copy, while many nobles have their butlers or servants buy it first thing and place it on their dining tables.
After a sumptuous breakfast, sipping coffee, steaming under the sun, it seemed so cozy and mellow. Opening the newspaper, enjoying a beautiful Hedan morning, the Holy Land blessed by the Earth Mother Goddess, a jewel on the Dao Yuan Continent, Duke Zheng’s good mood started from the morning.
The major turnover at the party was undoubtedly the second important decision for the family. The Zheng Family had no position, whether initially supporting the King or later following Oliver, it was all decided by interests and survival, requiring great wisdom.
The King is finished.
Duke Zheng sipped coffee, caught by Oliver and controlled... how to say, half push half agree. Previously Zheng Family was barely noticeable in Hedan, when Oliver was deposed and Ola the Eighteenth ascended, all nobles were observing, some even evading, including the greatest enemy the George Family. But the Zheng Family seized the opportunity as pioneer when Ola the Eighteenth needed them the most, did many things in the early years, naturally became heavily used by the King, and snatched great power from the George Family. The King, to maintain balance, still retained some power within the George Family—this intention he understood. With the King’s monumental momentum, he just needed to plan his move slowly.
However after gaining power, naturally there were more informations than others; he gradually discovered some things were off. Not eliminating roots isn’t kingly behavior, back then the bloodbath claimed many lives, wide implications rooted to Church Court’s attitude, surprisingly still supporting Prince Oliver, more resolutely than expected, meaning the King couldn’t truly move Oliver. Over time, he discovered the King is reforming entirely, heavily using the Celestial Principle School introducing Hex-Tech, obviously casting off dependence on the Church Court.
The King never gained recognition from the Church Court.
In the long run, Kings will change, but the Earth Mother Goddess Court won’t. So when Oliver threatened, he complied; it aligned with Zheng Family’s interests—gradually understanding the context. Oliver’s plan—to force the King into abdication, then have Amosa ascend as Queen, while he becomes the Regent. For the Zheng Family, this provided ample space; at least better than Hokele. Hokele was a student of Celestial Principle School, equally harsh towards nobles, possibly replacing them with Celestial Principle School, clearly not a positive prospect.
Prince Oliver backed by Church Court, possessed the strongest Hidden Powers, his means to thwart, this confrontation, he believed in this strength, therefore sat firmly—evidence his insight was accurate.
Ola the Eighteenth was a worthy opponent, yet too obsessed with reputation, lacking the king’s breadth, repeatedly blundering embarrassing himself. This self-blame edict post-release, Oliver’s subsequent actions were unstoppable. If he abdicated, handing to Hokele—lack of prestige—no match for Prince Oliver.
Just awaiting Hokele’s error, only abdication choice remained; his self-blame edict held no value.
At that point, the Zheng Family would usher another pinnacle.
Sipping coffee, unfolding the paper, a Hedan Daily, a Hex Bird Report; customary to browse Hedan Daily first. Duke’s lips curled into sneer—if formally issuing self-blame edict—a shred of admiration—consistent throughout. Yet result became a blame-shirking vague acknowledgment, wishfully hoping resolution—it isn’t so simple. He anticipated this possibility; it played into planning. Once people spread falsehood, the fair King morphs into hypocritical King, singing high and mighty—this is yet another fault of the King.
Opening Hex Bird Report, noticeably thicker, front parts similar, Hex Bird Report added much content. Reading closely Duke Zheng’s expression grew grim. Engaged in intelligence work, sensitivity heightened, increasingly sensing offness, quickly flipping through paper. King’s announcement brief—explained handling Inner Demon’s process outcome, finding Marquis William, issuing appropriate penalties—ill-uninformed King publicly apologized. Royal family promised compensations, exempted households’ taxes for ten years, offspring secured Grace Class admission advancing to Canon Law School.
Following was ’Hunting Enjoyment Club’s prohibition, listed Hunting Enjoyment Club’s numerous offenses, attached with Duke William’s daughter’s confession. Upon reading, Duke Zheng’s heart sank slightly. He invested heavily in Hedan Daily sensing the impact’s potency. Compared to King’s mistakes, Hunting Enjoyment Club was utterly despised by Hedan people—Anthony almost sparked chaos, upon Anthony’s death—everyone applauded. Now, bringing out Hunting Enjoyment Club—this move fierce enough.
Yet this was only the surface—the deadly blow lay in later articles—analytic interpretations of prior announcements.
"The fairest King in Dao Yuan Continent history—how can we let such a great King suffer injustice!"
"A Prince facing the same consequences as commoners, Your Majesty leads by example!"
"Judge actions, not words—Your Majesty holding up the sky brings greater fairness, more happiness for people!"
"Great Your Majesty never bows to evil, as Evil God’s Blood Fetus appears—Church can’t remain passive—end the demons’ unchecked rampage!"
"A King bearing subjects on his shoulders—he never compromises with evil, we’re forever Your Majesty’s loyal guards!"
"Protect the best Your Majesty!"
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