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Ding! You have issued a new decree. Monthly rating +10000.
Ding! You have built a new school. Rating +200
Ding! Your disaster relief efforts have been marred by embezzlement. Your score has been reduced by 5000.
bite,……

There were no notification sounds, but that's probably how it would look to Tan Wenjie from a gamer's perspective.

His rating increases when he makes choices that benefit the country and its people and produce useful results, and decreases when he makes choices that do not benefit the country and its people.

The emperor's power is too strong, and he seems to have eyes that can see everything clearly, which is a headache for the civil and military officials in the court.

Especially with the promulgation of Tan Wenjie's policies, more and more students from poor families have access to upward mobility. They declare that they follow the emperor's ideals and are unwilling to join the official faction.

Royal Garden.

Spring has arrived, but there are no flowers in full bloom; only sealed greenhouses are upside down.

Greenhouse technology originated in the Qin and Han dynasties and was first used for the cultivation of winter vegetables and flowers to extend the growth cycle of crops.

Now, thanks to Tan Wenjie's improvements and the use of glass melting technology, an experimental greenhouse has been successfully created.

Once the technology can be mass-produced, it will be rapidly rolled out.

Perhaps the greatest good in the world is enabling ordinary people to fill their stomachs.

Tan Wenjie found it quite pleasing to the eye to watch the palace maids fluttering around the greenhouse like butterflies among flowers.

Smelting, steam engines, gunpowder, and other technologies are also included in Tan Wenjie's science and technology development plan.

The effects may not be immediately apparent, but after a few years or even a decade or more, it will be enough to make Daqian the most powerful and prosperous land in the world.

"This must be what it feels like when the God of Literature descends to earth, or when the Purple Star descends to the mortal realm."

Tan Wenjie felt somewhat bored. He had a head full of knowledge, and if he had the added bonus of luck, it would be like having a cheat code, allowing him to succeed in whatever he did.

Thinking back to when I was a deity, I could watch fairy sisters dance; when I was a wealthy lord, I had many wives and concubines; and when I was a chivalrous knight, I used brothels as resting places.

This emperor's reign was truly boring.

"Your Majesty has devoted yourself to the country and its people, working tirelessly and diligently to govern. Once greenhouses are widely implemented, the people's basic needs will be met. Your humble servant..."

I heard exaggerated sobs coming from beside me.

His flattery was laced with a sob; no wonder he was a high-ranking official.

Tan Wenjie turned to look at Wang Pubin, an official who was bowing and wiping his eyes. This man was a political enemy of Wang Taichang, and in terms of flattery alone, he was no less capable than Prime Minister Gao.

"Wang Pupin, is this all you've asked to see me today?"

No matter how much flattery the other party offered, it was difficult to arouse Tan Wenjie's interest.

"Your Majesty, I have a distant cousin who is exceptionally beautiful." Wang Pupin glanced at Tan Wenjie discreetly, and seeing that he had no expression, his heart skipped a beat.

Now everyone in the court and among the people knows that Tan Wenjie is a pragmatic ruler who does not respect Confucianism and prefers craftsmen and their skills. Some ministers risked their lives to pay homage to him, and then those who were supposed to leave were dismissed, and those who were supposed to die died.

Even the emperor himself doesn't care about his own interests, so what can anyone do about him?

The accompanying rumor was that the emperor was not interested in women.

First look at the beauties of the former dynasty's harem, who were discarded like worn-out shoes. Even the fawning Prime Minister Gao dared not offer them his favor.

Wang Pupin didn't want to take the risk, but he was too eager to advance. Seeing that Prime Minister Gao was still at the height of his power after a change of emperor, he was so envious that he couldn't sleep at night.

Gritting his teeth, Wang Pupin continued, "Your Majesty serves the country and its people, yet you have no one to care for you. I am truly at ease. My cousin is only sixteen years old, with a beautiful face. Only with her to take care of Your Majesty can I feel at ease."

"Rise, my dear subject," Tan Wenjie said with a gentle smile.

He had been emperor for so long, yet not a single person knew about the woman he had offered up.

It's easy to tell who is a loyal minister and who is a treacherous official.

Wang Pubin's heart pounded wildly; he hadn't expected to actually win the bet.

“My cousin is waiting at my home,” he said hurriedly. “I will bring her here right away.”

Upon receiving Tan Wenjie's nod, Wang Pupin happily withdrew quickly.

Standing in front of the garden greenhouse, Tan Wenjie exclaimed, "Minister Wang is a pillar of the nation!"

I've worked tirelessly for the sake of the common people, and now that everything is on track, what's wrong with enjoying myself?

Unfortunately, none of those treacherous officials cared about their own interests.

"Your Majesty, a letter has arrived from the Firearms Battalion."

"Let's go."

Tan Wenjie sighed, "Being a pragmatist is exhausting; there's always work to be done."

But once he sees his positive feedback rating, he can't resist the urge to keep grinding.

……

In the capital city, two mansions belonging to the Wang family stood side by side.

One of them is Wang Taichang. It is said that he displeased the emperor when Emperor Tianyuan ascended the throne, and is now retired at home. The most widely circulated story in the capital is about Wang Taichang's mentally challenged son, Wang Yuanfeng.

The other was Wang Pupin's residence.

Wang Pupin rushed back from the palace and went straight to his room, where he saw a seductive figure in the courtyard.

Greed flashed in his eyes, but he quickly shuddered and suppressed his desire. Beauty is good, but one must be alive to enjoy it. Besides, no matter how many beauties he had, they would be useless to him. He had long since reached his limit and could only drool to satisfy his craving.

But once this matter is resolved, he will be able to advance to a higher level.

“She Ji,” Wang Pupin said, looking at the beauty reclining like a snake, “I have already presented you to the Emperor. Don’t forget the cooperation we agreed on before, and help me rise to a higher level.”

The female demon before him was his savior. For some reason, she had given up cultivating in the deep mountains and forests and suddenly wanted to go to the capital to become an imperial concubine.

"Reach even higher?" The woman named She Ji examined her fingernails. "What, you want to be the emperor?"

“The current emperor has turned the bricks in front of the palace red with blood, but I don’t have such great ambitions,” Wang Pubin said. “Being a prime minister is enough for me.”

She Ji said, "When I become an imperial concubine, I will definitely make you prime minister."

"You must never harm the Emperor," Wang Pupin cautioned.

"The Emperor is the Son of Heaven, how could I possibly harm him?" She Ji sneered. "I didn't expect you to be such a loyal subject."

“If anything happens to you, he will kill me first.”

Wang Pubin then asked, "Why do you insist on becoming an imperial concubine?"

"Of course, it's for becoming an immortal!" She Ji said. "The emperor, the supreme ruler, holds all the treasures of the world in his hands, which can aid my cultivation. Besides..."

Seeing Wang Pupin looking at her with suspicion, She Ji smiled and said, "Do you really think I'd want anything to happen between me and a mortal? Don't worry, I'm only focused on becoming an immortal, and I have ways to make sure he can't touch me."

“That’s excellent,” Wang Pupin nodded.

While seemingly relieved, Wang Pupin was actually already thinking about how to get rid of She Ji.

He was coerced by She Ji into repaying his debt of gratitude, and in order to save his own life, he had no choice but to agree to help her. However, placing her by the emperor's side would make her a threat that he could not touch.

Once I become prime minister, I will definitely find a capable person to get rid of She Ji. Perhaps I can make meritorious contributions by eliminating the demon.

"Let's go, it's time to take you to see the Emperor."

Wang Pupin said.

"cousin."

……

Royal study room.

Tan Wenjie put down the folded document.

He was well aware that running a one-man show would have endless consequences, but for him at the moment, it only brought benefits and no harm.

If there are any problems in the future, then leave them to your future self.

Seeing that Tan Wenjie had finally stopped what he was doing, the messenger eunuch stepped forward and reminded him, "Your Majesty, Wang Pubin is waiting outside."

"Xuan."

"King Xuan presented gifts and Lady She paid her respects."

Wang Pupin walked in with a bow, and after just one glance, Tan Wenjie's gaze was immediately drawn to the figure behind him.

What a fair-skinned, voluptuous beauty! She seems to be someone I know.

"Your humble servant greets Your Majesty." Wang Pupin knelt down and kowtowed.

The voluptuous beauty knelt down and said, "This commoner, She Ji, greets Your Majesty."

"Keep your head up."

"Yes~" Her voice was alluring yet seductive.

She slightly raised her face, looking at Tan Wenjie with a mixture of reluctance and acceptance.

Isn't this Mu Wanqing?

If a familiar face appears in the world of Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, it is most likely a demon. Moreover, the demonic aura is too strong, and he is 100% certain that the other party is a demon.

Wang Pupin secretly observed from the side and noticed that the emperor was staring at his "cousin," and he wondered what the emperor was thinking.

She Ji raised her head and felt a tremor in her heart the moment she saw Tan Wenjie.

This emperor is so handsome!

It seems that even if she were to become his imperial concubine, it wouldn't be a loss.

"Your Majesty..." She Ji's voice trembled slightly.

That was a really good performance; he's quite the actor.

Tan Wenjie nodded: "Not bad."

So what if it's a monster? The form it takes to appear in the palace is definitely not a transformation, since even magic can't be used here.

As long as there are no illusions to mislead him, Tam Man Kit doesn't mind challenging his weaknesses.

The seduction of the enchantress is something I deserve!
"Minister Wang, you are devoted to the country," Tan Wenjie exclaimed. "What should I do to reward you?"

Although the female demon was beautiful, Wang Pu was not honest about sending a female demon to him.

There are always treacherous officials who want to kill me.

"Your Majesty, I dare not accept such a title. I only wish for Your Majesty's satisfaction." Wang Pupin did not want any reward. He preferred to save it for when She Ji had completely won over the emperor, so that she could whisper in his ear and help him rise to a higher position.

……

into the night.

Tan Wenjie waved away the palace maids guarding the door and pushed it open.

Inside the hall, candlelight flickered, and the beautiful woman waited quietly with her head bowed.

He took two steps closer and saw She Ji sitting on the bed, her cheeks flushed, waiting quietly.

It smells wonderful after washing.

"Your Majesty~"

She Ji got up and took the initiative to help Tan Wenjie undress.

As expected of a succubus, she possesses unparalleled talent in bewitching people. Her fingertips lightly brushed against Tan Wenjie's neck, her body occasionally brushing against him unintentionally.

Tan Wenjie then put his arm around her.

"what."

She Ji gasped in surprise, her body already limp as she leaned against Tan Wenjie's chest.

At this moment, she had long forgotten all the words she had confidently said before.

She had completely forgotten the promise that she would never let the emperor touch her. Her body was lifted into the air and then thrown onto the bed.

Tan Wenjie: "You audacious vixen!"

"What!" She Ji instantly woke up.

I never expected that I would be seen through.

"I need your help in my spiritual practice."

The scalding hands that immediately climbed onto her body brought her heart, which had been in her throat, back to her chest.

It turned out they were just whispering sweet nothings in the bedroom, which startled the demon.

"Your Majesty..."

She Ji took the initiative to entangle Tan Wenjie.

She wanted this man.

The next day, She Ji lay in bed with rosy cheeks.

After spending some time with her in the morning, the emperor withdrew and went to the morning court.

She Ji spent her whole life cultivating in the mountains, striving to become an immortal. She never imagined that there was something even more comfortable than being an immortal.

"Fortunately, my desire to seek the Dao is very firm!" She Ji sat up.

Having successfully entered the palace, and judging from the emperor's infatuation with her, obtaining rare and precious materials for cultivation would be no difficult task.

"She Ji, heed my decree!"

She Ji, dressed in palace maid attire, emerged.

“The royal family’s daughter, She Ji, was conferred the title of Consort Hua and granted residence in Yikun Palace.”

"Consort Hua?" She Ji asked in confusion, "Where is Yikun Palace?"

The eunuch delivering the decree smiled and said, "It's here today, but His Majesty personally changed it for you. He said that Consort Hua must live in Yikun Palace. You are very favored."

She was the only one in the entire harem, so of course she was favored.

She Ji accepted the imperial edict. She noticed that with the investiture, the oppressive power of the imperial palace's dragon aura on her body had lessened considerably, and she was no longer struggling to breathe.

Tan Wenjie returned quickly, and She Ji hurriedly went to serve him and made her own small request.

"Want a batch of rare and precious herbs?" Tan Wenjie turned to look at She Ji.

I never expected that besides Xin Shisi Niang, there was another female demon so obsessed with cultivating immortality.

Ambitious.

"I beg Your Majesty to grant my request."

"They're just some unusual medicinal herbs."

"Thank you, Your Majesty! Oh dear, Your Majesty, what are you doing..." She Ji exclaimed as she felt herself being lifted into the air once again.

Could it be that someone secretly gave the Emperor tiger penis and deer penis as supplements? Maybe it was Wang Pupin, what a cruel heart he has.

Forget it, one more day won't make a difference in cultivating immortality. I'll start tomorrow.

the next day.

"Today is the first day of abstaining from sex; I can't put off cultivating immortality any longer."

Day three.

"Today is the first day of abstaining from pornography."

Fourth day.

"Today is the first day of abstaining from pornography."

The fifth day, the sixth day, the seventh day...

She Ji: "Male beauty has ruined me. Tomorrow, I must abstain from lust."

……

“You have demonic energy about you.” Xin Shisi Niang looked at Tan Wenjie and frowned slightly. “A snake demon.”

She didn't want to live in the palace, as she couldn't stand the imperial aura. Her father had tried to persuade her to marry Tan Wenjie many times, but she refused each time.

Now that Tan Wenjie has bestowed an honor, the Xin family can even receive incense offerings. Xin Shisi Niang feels that she can become an immortal even without experiencing the tribulations of the mortal world.

"Is that so?" Tan Wenjie said knowingly.

He had long suspected that She Ji was a snake demon; it was simply based on the experience of the Grass Python Hero.

Xin Shisi Niang advised, "Humans and demons cannot live together; it is against the principles of Heaven."

That's all a lie to you monsters. In reality, there is no barrier between humans, immortals, demons, and ghosts, and there is not even a reproductive barrier.

Otherwise, how would the white snake give birth, and where would the agarwood come from?

Tan Wenjie nodded: "I remember. It's not easy for us to meet, so let's talk about some serious matters."

"I have contacted the Four Directions Fox Clan and commissioned them to investigate the specifics of your disaster relief efforts. Here is the list." Xin Shisi Niang was excited that she could be of help.

Catching a group of corrupt officials can save the people.

She values ​​the greater love for the world more than her own personal love.

“I’d like to appoint your father to an official position. What do you think?” Tan Wenjie said. “His main job would be to help me make connections and survey the situation in various places.”

“My father?” Xin Shisi Niang nodded and then shook her head.

Those who are family know their own situation. Her father is too easily corrupted, and her sisters will definitely have wicked ideas as well, ultimately turning a good thing into a bad thing.

Hurt self and others.

"Since you are the emperor of the human world, you should find your own way, instead of always relying on the power of us foxes."

“I rose from humble beginnings. Although my army is strong and well-equipped, I lack control over the civil officials of this country. Without your help, with superiors and subordinates outwardly complying but inwardly disobeying, this country would probably have long since…” Tan Wenjie said. “I have already started to open schools everywhere to cultivate talents, and the talent pool should be filled soon.”

Xin Shisi Niang nodded: "I hope everything goes well."

She had a premonition that helping Tan Wenjie promote these policies was also a way for her to cultivate herself.

Becoming an immortal is not far off.

……

As night fell, She Ji lay on Tan Wenjie's chest, listening to his tired snoring after exercise, and frowned.

"There's a vixen!"

She wanted to be the emperor's sole favorite; no number of concubines would do, let alone a vixen.

She can win against humans, but it's hard to say against demons.

She Ji remembered her mortal enemy, who happened to be a fox spirit as well.

Decades ago, She Ji learned that her old rival possessed a precious pearl that could accelerate cultivation. She Ji tried to steal it but failed. Later, she learned that her old rival had a child. She thought that he was busy with love affairs and taking care of his child, so he probably wouldn't have time to cultivate. Therefore, she waited for decades before going to cause trouble.

Unexpectedly, he was beaten up again and seriously injured.

She left the deep mountains and forests in search of another opportunity.

"She has that bead, and her progress is faster than mine through seclusion and arduous cultivation."

She Ji looked up and gently rubbed her cheek against Tan Wenjie's chest.

She desires male beauty, and she also desires to cultivate immortality.

We must find a way to snatch that precious pearl from our old rival. That way, even if we enjoy the company of men, it won't hinder our path to immortality. Wouldn't that be wonderful?

Gazing at the moon outside the window.

What a beautiful full moon! Tonight is perfect for cultivating immortality.

Tomorrow, I must abstain from pornography!

……

"Come on, come on."

Tan Wenjie looked at his score and felt satisfied.

After his military strength has developed to a certain extent, he immediately established a maritime trade route. The development he achieved by oppressing the people internally would quickly lower his rating, but external development would be a different story.

Encourage maritime trade and barter.

Possessing powerful weapons like guns and cannons, those countries and regions are like lambs to the slaughter; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say they are rich in gold and silver.

They were just waiting for the mission to the Western Regions to return so they could expand the westward trade routes and, if necessary, directly expand the country's territory there.

At the end of the morning court session, Tan Wenjie announced a new selection process for the martial arts champion.

Firstly, with the country's economy booming and people having something to look forward to, it's also important to boost morale.

Secondly, Tan Wenjie lacks military talent. If he wants to expand his territory and consolidate his power, it is still too slow to cultivate generals and commanders. He can directly select them.

No one dared to raise any objections. Those who did were either stripped of their positions or exiled from the core leadership, never to have the chance to return to Beijing again.

They had begun to get used to Tan Wenjie's one-man show.

“Your Majesty, I have heard that the son of Grand Master Wang is exceptionally gifted and possesses immense strength,” Wang Pupin suddenly said.

Wang Taichang hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, my son Yuanfeng is mentally deficient, born stupid, and illiterate. He is of no use and cannot be of any use."

Judging from Wang Pupin's expression, he just wanted to see Wang Taichang's foolish son make a fool of himself.

"Alright," Tan Wenjie called out, "There's no rush to select the martial arts champion. If any of you have children or grandchildren skilled in military strategy or martial arts, you are welcome to participate."

He needs talented people.

However, the name Wang Yuanfeng sounds familiar, and it seems to be related to fox spirits.

Huh, it's that fox spirit again.

……

"Damn vixen!"

Today, She Ji went back to the mountains to find her old enemy. She even used magic to pretend to be the fox demon's daughter, hoping to exchange her life for the pearl. However, the other party didn't care about his daughter's life or death at all.

She Ji, who had been injured by the fox spirit, looked depressed.

"What a cruel heart."

She found even a snake demon cold-blooded.

The more this was the case, the more she wanted the precious pearl to help her cultivate.

It's been a while since we last met, and I never expected that the other party's strength would increase so rapidly. If this continues, won't the other party and his daughter be able to ascend to immortality while happily playing and eating together?

He himself toiled away in cultivation, yet could never see the gates of immortality, while the other party rose steadily through the ranks, soaring higher and higher.

It's so unfair, the more I think about it, the angrier I get.

"Your Majesty, the Emperor has arrived."

A reminder came from outside the door.

"What? I'm coming right away."

I'm a bit injured today and in a bad mood, so it's definitely not a good time for me to cultivate. Therefore... I must abstain from sex tomorrow!
She Ji cleared her throat and stepped forward to greet him: "Your Majesty~" (End of Chapter)