Immortal Fairies Always Have Designs on Me-Chapter 988 - 411: "Is it that you dislike the bed, but everywhere else is fine?

On the north bank of the Longjiang, the flags of the defense line built along the riverbank fluttered, yet the defense, originally strict with guards every three steps and sentries every five, appeared extremely slack.

The Longjiang, once flowing west to east like a devouring Fierce Beast, surged southward through the damaged dikes, pouring out for miles.

In a short time, the river on the south bank of the Longjiang rose rapidly, turning everything it passed into a waterlogged land.

The towering waves were terrifying in their momentum.

Amidst the rows of tents, the messenger rode swiftly past: "The Jinyi Guard rebels have sabotaged the Longjiang dikes, which is beyond words. The commanding officer's negligence warrants immediate execution by the Minister's order, thoroughly investigate the entire army, root out the rebels, and prevent more dikes from falling..."

The messenger's voice quickly spread throughout the army, yet many of the court's generals remained silent.

Was it really those Jinyi Guard rebels?

How did that group of Jinyi Guard rebels gain the power to simultaneously breach dozens of the Longjiang's sturdy dikes, allowing the river to spill southward?

Recent rumors echoed in many people's minds, and suddenly, several turned and headed for the Central Army Camp.

Just then, a rain of arrows burst forth from the Qin Army's warships, which tumbled with the torrent, showering the court's army camp in a vast canopy.

"Enemy attack—"

Amid the urgent sound of gongs, someone suddenly spoke up: "There's a message on the arrows!"

The content of the messages was largely the same, mostly reminders from ministers in the Imperial City court to King Qin about the dike sabotage.

Yet, the letters contained additional information, such as Emperor Chengtian making this decision under the oracle's guidance; or these ministers daring to warn King Qin due to their concern for the common people...

In short, the Gods had forsaken the Southern believers.

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"Whether anyone believes it is unimportant, and how many believe it is also unimportant."

In the Divine Temple of Xinghuo City, the state capital of Shangzhou.

Dressed in a black brocade robe, Dongfang Xinglan spoke slowly to Lu Jin'an beside him, "As long as they know the Gods have abandoned the South, they will hesitate, and hesitation means they've formed a prejudice.

Once a prejudice is formed, it's not easy to eliminate it."

Lu Jin'an stood still, gazing at the idol watching over all in the temple, nodding slightly, "The best way to rapidly unite a team is to create a common enemy. In that way, indeed, the people of the South have no choice... good idea."

He sincerely praised, as he had previously proposed this plan, and Dongfang Xinglan had implemented it more meticulously.

And now, outside the Divine Temple, a large number of officials and civilians had gathered, kneeling either to pray for blessings or to seek confirmation.

Because it was well known that Dongfang Xinglan had entered the temple to pray for blessings, if the deity remained unmoved, the first step of the plan would be considered achieved.

Dongfang Xinglan smiled slightly, "In the past, the people of the Dynasty attributed all fortunes to the divine's emotions, even their poverty was thought to be the result of their past life's deeds that displeased the divine...

For thousands of years, this notion has been ingrained in the hearts of the majority."

"You cannot speak of ice to a summer insect, nor of the sea to a frog in a well." Lu Jin'an, with hands behind him, "However, since I've been here, I've read many court chronicles, and many people indeed understand how to use the divine to achieve their goals."

"Indeed," Dongfang Xinglan chuckled, "But they do not dare to truly cross the line because the divine is 'alive.'

"But this also signifies instability. As long as there's a gap to exploit, it becomes much easier to utilize," Lu Jin'an glanced at the Zhiyu squatting by the pond, "No matter what, the people here need you to lead them to see a broader world."

"Hmm." Dongfang Xinglan approached the main hall of the Divine Temple, "At 7:15 PM, the torrent from the Longjiang should reach this city, then it will be your time to act. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

Are you still relying on that group of Jinyi Guard?"

"Yes." Lu Jin'an chuckled softly, "You secretly assisted them in rescuing their comrades before and protected their families, once this fact becomes public, these people will be wholeheartedly devoted.

Then, this blade will be sharper than before."

"What about the spies inside?"

"I will help you clean them up."

"What about you?"

"Me?" Lu Jin'an smiled, "The Shenmiao Dynasty has already become part of the board, so it doesn't matter if I'm here or not... Then, I'll rely on the people who care about the world, and Your Highness can reward me with a position."

"Then you continue to lead the Jinyi Guard." Dongfang Xinglan turned to look at Lu Jin'an, a slightly quirky smile suddenly appearing on the corner of his mouth.

About to thank King Qin, Lu Jin'an paused at her expression, "Why such a sly smile, what are you thinking?"

Dongfang Xinglan immediately glared at Lu Jin'an, "You're the sly one, I was just thinking of another possibility."

"Oh?" Lu Jin'an walked toward her, asking, "What possibility?"

"If I didn't understand the outside world..." Dongfang Xinglan turned to face the three statues inside the temple, a gleam flashing in her eyes, "maybe under the current situation, I'd do something inappropriate in this Supreme Divine Temple of the Dynasty."

Lu Jin'an stood beside her, a playful smile on his face, "Like what shouldn't be done?"

Dongfang Xinglan gave him a sidelong glance, "Naturally, that sort of thing."

"Haha." Lu Jin'an turned to look at her, "Would you do it anywhere except in bed?"

Dongfang Xinglan spat, "Nonsense, do you think I'm as lecherous as you?"

"Aren't you?" Lu Jin'an chuckled noncommittally, "Otherwise, why would you think of such a thing?"