Regarding Emperor E Tian’s disappearance, Lanling actually had a premonition in his heart. 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

However, when he truly witnessed this scene, he still felt a shock.

The shock lay in the fact that Emperor E Tian knew full well that this was the conspiracy of the Lunar Holy Palace, yet he unhesitatingly jumped in, sacrificing his own life.

Shi Tian once said something correct, whether it’s Emperor E Tian or Emperor E Yun, they are both great individuals.

Emperor Moda discovered a Dark Rift, inside were numerous Void Creatures. When he lost the decisive battle with Lanling and was left with no way out, he chose to be devoured by these Void Creatures, becoming their spirit, and then battling Lanling again.

At that time, although Lanling had the upper hand in the situation, he was actually about to lose. Just as the situation was becoming irretrievable, a tentacle of a larger and stronger Void Creature appeared, pulling Emperor Moda back into the Void Abyss.

At that moment, Lanling was already doubting whether Emperor E Tian’s disappearance on the eve of the attack on the Lunar Holy Palace was related to the Void Creatures.

Because pulling Emperor Moda into the Void Abyss meant saving Lanling, who would come to save Lanling?

"Did the Lunar Holy Palace release the Void Creatures to devour the Dragon Demon Planet in order to stop Emperor E Tian?" Lanling asked.

"I don’t know." Zhi Yan said, "I don’t know more than you."

Lanling said, "If the Lunar Holy Palace provided you with this information, then what does it mean? To warn me?"

"I know even less about that." Zhi Yan replied.

"If that’s the case, it reminds me of a saying I haven’t said in a long time," Lanling remarked, "Despicability is the passport of the despicable, honor is the epitaph of the honorable. But rest assured, I will not be an honorable person. At this moment, I have to say something often said by the Prince of Heavenly Fiend, all the heroes have already died out."

Zhi Yan remained silent.

Suddenly, she asked, "You have already conquered the entire world, do you still plan to attack the Lunar Holy Palace?"

Lanling nodded, "Of course!"

Firstly, the soul of Lankou is very likely atop the Lunar Holy Palace. Secondly, Lanling does not allow anyone to reign over him.

...

In the time that followed, Lanling’s family remained incredibly happy.

With the opening of the Aurora Gate, the Flame Dragon Empire and the Flame Demon Empire engaged in unprecedented exchanges. Every day, hundreds of Near-Human Tribe members inundated the Human Kingdom, participating in and guiding the new policies of the Human Kingdom.

Implementing administration in the Human Kingdom faced far more obstacles than in the Demon Territory.

The previous administrative system in the Demon Territory was very primitive, as long as the chieftains, alliance hierarchs, and banner leaders of each tribe were eliminated, all the forests, fields, and pastures could be unobstructedly claimed by the empire, then distributed to the populace for tenant farming.

However, in the Human Kingdom, the relationships of interest are extremely complex. The majority of the fields belong to nobles and landowners, and this group is very large. Even though Lanling destroyed dozens of countries in the Human Kingdom before, eliminating hundreds of families, it mattered little.

Because those eliminated by Lanling were either the royal families of these countries or families closely associated with the Dragon Temple. They were all princely-level clans, and ordinary nobles, not to mention landowner families, could hardly have close ties with the Dragon Temple.

In the Demon Territory, the content of the new policy centers around the prefecture system, whereas in multiple parts of the Human Kingdom, the provincial prefecture system has been realized. Thus, the core of the new policy is to claim all land for the empire and distribute it to ordinary people for rent farming, which is the so-called production responsibility system. Large tracts of flat land have been completely transformed into large imperial farms and pastures.

Currently, what constrains productivity in the Human Kingdom, similar to ancient China, is land consolidation.

Less than five percent of people own over ninety-five percent of the land. The remaining less than five percent are in complete poverty, without a piece of land of their own.

The Flame Dragon Empire needs to distribute most of the land to most people, whereas those who originally owned land, the landowners and nobles, should take money to develop industry and commerce.

Though the Flame Demon Empire is only less than ten years old, it has already surpassed the Flame Dragon Empire in aspects of industry, Crystal Stone energy, and more.

Moreover, Lanling acquired the energy studies blueprints from Emperor E Tian, and after conquering the Sky Holy Palace, obtained the entire energy studies system of the Sky Holy Palace.

This world is truly sinful.

In terms of achievements in energy dynamics, the Sky Holy Palace has even surpassed modern Earth and can already fabricate huge airborne fortresses. Yet, the Demon Race still lives a life close to a primitive society, while the Human Kingdom remains stuck in a feudal society.

Therefore, what Dragon Demon Planet lacks now isn’t technology but the emancipation of productivity for the majority.

...

"With the redemption policy, the average per-person field allotment cannot exceed ten acres, any excess must be sold to the empire," Lanling said, "For one acre of superior land, two Gold Coins, for medium land, one and a half Gold Coins, and for inferior land, one Gold Coin. Furthermore, the money from the sale cannot be withdrawn directly but must be deposited into the imperial bank. Unless investing in industry and commerce, the Gold Coins cannot be withdrawn in an amount exceeding three hundred at once to avoid triggering inflation."

"That’s the essence of it. As for the specific regulations, the exact figures, and prices, you’ll need to determine a relatively comprehensive number after your investigation," Lanling said.

"As you command!" The four cabinet members bowed.

Gui Xingfu asked, "Your Majesty, the new policy involves many people, possibly over ten million. There’s a saying that the law does not blame the masses. These people are the backbone of the Human Kingdom. What if they resist your decree?"

Lanling replied, "The price I’ve set is already high enough. The output of an acre of good land over ten years may not even yield two Gold Coins, and it requires hard labor. If they remain unsatisfied and resist the decree, they can’t blame me for unleashing a massacre. After all, I am not afraid of rebellion. If I kill them all, I can just move several million Human Cavalry north. Anyway, my Human Cavalry is currently reproducing vigorously, and their population will soon explode."

"Of course, such things require a vicious dog," Lanling said. "Isn’t Ji Mengbai always fawning over you? Give him an army of around three hundred thousand, with one hundred thousand Human Cavalry, one hundred thousand Temple Army, and one hundred thousand elite humans. You can name this army whatever you like, but its purpose is to escort and protect the new policies. If there’s killing to be done, let him do it; after all, he is a vicious dog."

"As you command!" Gui Xingfu responded.

...

"Appoint Ji Mengbai as the Commander of the Ninth Legion of the Flame Dragon Empire, with the rank of Imperial Major General!" Gui Xingfu proclaimed.

Ji Mengbai was so excited that he trembled all over, knelt on the ground, and cried, "I humbly thank the emperor’s grace, long live the Emperor!"

Then, he continued kneeling on the ground, as if paralyzed, unable to get up.

"Receive the decree," Gui Xingfu said.

Ji Mengbai crawled forward on his knees, his forehead still touching the ground, and raised his hands high to accept the imperial edict.

"Stand up and speak," Gui Xingfu sat down.

"I would feel more at ease kneeling," Ji Mengbai remained kneeling at Gui Xingfu’s feet.

Gui Xingfu said, "The purpose of this newly formed Ninth Legion is solely to escort and protect the Empire’s new policies and to forge paths. The Emperor plans to reclaim all annexed lands of the Human Kingdom for the Empire, buying them back and then distributing them to the vast number of landless peasants. This process is bound to encounter great resistance. The Emperor is resolute in his decision: those who dare to resist the decree will be executed without pardon. At that time, you will be the sharp sword needed."

Ji Mengbai replied with a bow, "I will exert myself to the utmost until my dying day."

Then Ji Mengbai added, "His Majesty’s action is an immense favor, for every inch of land under heaven already belongs to His Majesty. The fact that he chooses to spend money to redeem these lands is a gesture of utmost benevolence. Furthermore, these lands are not being claimed for the royal family, but for the state, allowing the masses to lease and cultivate them. Such benevolent governance—if anyone dares to obstruct it, they are my enemies, and I will wield my sword to eradicate these obstinate degenerate scoundrels."

Gui Xingfu said, "Indeed, His Majesty’s proposal to buy back the land truly surprised me. Originally, given His Majesty’s commanding presence, he could have simply reclaimed those annexed lands. Instead, he spends his own money to redeem them; it truly is the act of a Bodhisattva with the means of a thunderbolt."

"To serve such a supreme ruler of both civil and military achievement is indeed my great fortune," Ji Mengbai once again bowed to Gui Xingfu, "It is only through the recommendation of the Emperor’s father-in-law that I have achieved this today. Such great kindness and virtue I will never forget."

Gui Xingfu smiled without speaking.

Ji Mengbai said, "There is something I would like your help with, my lord."

Gui Xingfu smiled and said, "Oh, do tell."

Ji Mengbai said, "You know, my lord, I once married Fang Qingdi, but this woman was ruthless and treacherous, disrespecting His Majesty, and was rightfully executed by the former queen of the Rage Wave Kingdom. Now I am alone and if there is a suitable match, I ask that you keep me in mind. Whoever you favor, I will marry her, treating her with respect and love."

"Very well." Gui Xingfu laughed both inwardly and outwardly.

Ji Mengbai’s intention was to regard Gui Xingfu as his benefactor within the Flame Dragon Empire. It was said that he was truly a contemptible man. Now it seemed true, his ability to adapt to circumstances was extraordinary, without the slightest shame.

However, Gui Xingfu found Ji Mengbai more endearing than someone as clever as Huai Bingyi.

...

With a steady stream of talent from the Flame Dragon Empire entering the Human Kingdom, the internal affairs of the Human Kingdom slowly began to get back on track.

Meanwhile, Lanling became completely hands-off, paying no attention to these political matters.

His mind was set on one goal: to capture the Lunar Holy Palace. As for the development of Human Kingdom civilization, he cared slightly, but not deeply.

Every day, he studied the Wordless Heavenly Scripture left behind by Emperor E Tian and the Gods Slaughter Demon Extermination Sword.

These two items were certainly related to the attack on the Lunar Holy Palace, otherwise, they would not have been left in his burial vestment.

As time passed, October drew ever closer.

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