Douluo: Dragon King's Star Devouring Wings

Chapter 638

Three years have passed since the return of Qian Gu Huang Yu and Gu Yue Na, ending the year-long war.

In these three years, the reconstruction of the Sun-Moon Federation has been basically completed, and the country's economy has also developed significantly. Although it has not yet recovered to the pre-war level, it has made great strides compared to when the One Year War had just ended.

But at this time when the Sun and Moon Federation is full of vitality and everything is thriving, two problems have been placed before Qian Gu Huang Yu.

"Gu Yue, why is the employment rate lower than when we first took power? Didn't I already make those students enter society a few years later?" Qian Gu Huang Yu said helplessly as she looked at the report presented to her.

Gu Yuena walked behind Qian Gu Huang Yu, gently pressing her two slender white index fingers against Qian Gu Huang Yu's temples to massage them, saying:
"Phoenix, you may not know this, but the reconstruction work of the Federation is basically over. That is to say, all the work-for-relief projects funded by the Federation government have ended."

"What a hassle!" Qian Gu Huang Yu sighed with a headache.

Although it would not be difficult for the Sun Moon Federation to destroy the Star Luo Empire and the Dou Ling Empire at all, and the Star Luo Empire and the Dou Ling Empire could even begin to draft an agreement to surrender unconditionally as soon as the Shi Tang Heavenly Army arrived.

However, Qian Gu Huang Yu still wanted to gain as much public support as possible, and to portray this war as a war in which the entire nation was united in its fight against foreign aggression.

Rather than an invasion instigated by the ruler's willful actions.

"These guys are getting more and more outrageous; they've started daring to defy your will," Yue Hongchen said with dissatisfaction.

In the previous Sun Moon Federation, the people just did whatever the Soul Clan said. How dare they express their opinions?
Asking you is just a notification, not a request for your opinion.

Qian Gu Huang Yu waved her hand and said, "Senior Sister, don't say that. The reason we went on stage was to avoid the situation that happened before."

"It's a good thing that the people have their own ideas, but in the end they will still return to the path I have planned for them."

"Yes, Prime Minister," Yue Hongchen replied with a smile.

"However, before that, there is one more thing we must resolve," Qian Gu Huang Yu said solemnly.

"Sister Huang Yu, with our current strength, is there anything we can't handle?" Qian Renxue asked doubtfully.

Now, as the commander-in-chief of the Sun Moon Federation military, Qian Renxue has not encountered anything troublesome for a long time.

. . . . . . . . .

During these three years of rule, even without implementing the education of benevolence, Qian Gu Huang Yu's prestige within the country was actually quite high.

The reason is that Qian Gu Huang Yu basically fulfilled her promise before taking the stage.
The solution to the problem of the Eternal Phoenix Feather is quite simple: make money from the rich. The Eternal Phoenix Feather has always dealt a heavy blow to those Soul Clans and Financial Clans with a criminal record in the One Year War.

It was thanks to the continuous political donations from the Soul Clan in their pursuit of self-preservation that the Phoenix Feather was able to establish a high-welfare federation on this devastated land after the One Year War.

Although Qian Gu Huang Yu's attitude towards the Soul Clan was quite harsh, it did not arouse the resentment of ordinary people. After all, why would you care about those rich and powerful people if you don't care about yourself?
You ask if the Soul Clan will have any objections?
Then go and talk to Di Tian! Di Tian thought they were soul beast poachers!

Of course, Qian Gu Huang Yu didn't spoil its own Spirit Pagoda either. Thanks to Gu Yue Na's successful research and development of artificial ten-thousand-year soul spirits, the Spirit Pagoda made a fortune.

By doing so, Qian Gu Huang Yu forcefully suppressed the prices of hundred-year and thousand-year soul spirits, so that as long as the family was not too poor, they could basically avoid using ten-year soul spirits as a base price.

Gu Yuena raised an eyebrow and said, "Huang'er, so you deliberately didn't change the rules before, just for today?"

Qian Gu Huang Yu smiled and nodded, saying, "Yes, if the news of my resignation and the holding of a new election doesn't spread, how could those who oppose me possibly step forward on their own?"

"As the saying goes, you have to listen to other people's opinions to find out who has a problem with you!"

"Alright, now Yu Lai and I will both be busy," Qian Renxue said with a helpless smile.

Since those who have objections to the Phoenix Feather have already spoken out, wouldn't it be pointless for them to have spoken out if we just let them wander around in society?
This is no ordinary opposition group; we must take strong measures!

The reason why Qian Gu Huang Yu wanted to hold a general election was actually very simple: to find out the opposition.

Because the power of the Thousand Ancient Phoenix Feather faction is too strong now, coupled with the previous leader of the opposition, if it weren't for Shrek Academy and Tang Sect being defeated and choosing to back down.

Or they've become dust in the past, like the Yu and Shen families.

Several of the older brothers met such an end, so even if others wanted to object, they didn't dare to express it openly, and could only think about it in private.

However, leaving so many opposition figures to roam freely within the country is not a solution. If they suddenly jump out and cause trouble after the Sun Moon Federation launches its war against the Star Luo Empire and the Dou Ling Empire, then things will get complicated.

Qian Gu Huang Yu then planned to take this opportunity to wipe them all out in one fell swoop.

...

After the One Year War ended, wartime restrictions were gradually and completely lifted, and the lives of the citizens of the Sun and Moon Federation returned to a state almost identical to that before the war.

Even the people's lives have improved considerably compared to before, after all, people now have more money in their hands, but less working hours.

Having money and leisure time naturally stimulated a wave of consumption.

However, if we had to point out which areas haven't fully recovered, it would probably be the consumption of luxury goods.

The Soul Clan, who were originally the main consumers of luxury goods, have been exploited by Qian Gu Huang Yu every day, so naturally they don't have that much money to buy luxury goods and maintain their extravagant consumption habits.

Moreover, with the economic recovery and the stabilization of life, various entertainment programs and activities have gradually become more abundant.

It can be said that the citizens of the Sun and Moon Federation not only have no shortage of entertainment activities, but have also entered a comfortable life with both money and leisure.

However, on this day, a piece of news was like a bomb thrown into a calm lake, completely igniting public opinion.

"I am Qian Gu Huang Yu. My term as Speaker of the Council will end in one year, and I will completely leave the Sun and Moon Federation for conquest."

"Starting today, the election for the next Speaker of Parliament will begin. Just as it has five years ago, all citizens of the Federation have the right to cast their votes for the person they wish to vote for."

"During this year-long election, I will stand with you all to defend our hard-won power." At the same time, all news channels and television stations of the Sun and Moon Federation were broadcasting the same video, which was the news of Qian Gu Huang Yu announcing a new election.

"Have you seen the news? Her Highness, the Phoenix Feather of the Ancient Ages, has actually announced a new general election!"

...

Shrek Academy, Poseidon Pavilion.

After the Golden Tree, which was Ah Yin's incarnation, was destroyed by the Thousand-Year Phoenix Feather, Shrek Academy rebuilt the Sea God Pavilion.

But now, the Sea God Pavilion is just a rather ornate and classical-looking house.

Right now, a meeting of the Sea God Pavilion is being held.

Seagod Pavilion Master, Sky-Supporting Douluo Yun Ming, sat in the main seat. Compared to his awkwardness three years ago when he was forced into this position, he was now incredibly mature and had adapted to it.

To Yun Ming's right is the first person, the Tang Sect Master, the Ruthless Douluo Cao Dezhi, and below Cao Dezhi is the Vice Sect Master, the Amorous Douluo Zang Xin.

To Yun Ming's left, first was his junior brother, Yue Tian Douluo Guan Yue, followed by a group of elders from the Sea God Pavilion.

Their sole purpose in gathering here today is to consider how Shrek Academy and Tang Sect should respond after Qian Gu Huang Yu announced his abdication and re-announced the general election.

"I never expected that Qian Gu Huang Yu would actually be willing to give up the power in his hands, and would choose to step down and hold a new election when he was at the height of his power," Guan Yue exclaimed.

Yun Ming said, "We can't assume things too easily. This isn't the first time Qian Gu Huang Yu has done something beyond our expectations. Who knows what she's up to this time?"

"Zang Xin, you are the Minister of Foreign Affairs appointed by Qian Gu Huang Yu. Do you have any news from your side?"

Zang Xin gave a wry smile and said, "What information could I possibly have? Although I am the Minister of Foreign Affairs, I am more of a figurehead."

"When it comes to making decisions, they always hold small meetings and then inform me at the general meeting."

"I don't know what Qian Gu Huang Yu is trying to do."

"However, based on my speculation, she probably won't step down so soon."

Cao Dezhi raised an eyebrow and said, "Why do you think that? Explain."

Zang Xin said, "Old Cao, it's actually very simple. Three years ago, Qian Gu Huang Yu announced in front of all the people that he would launch a campaign against the Xing Luo Empire and the Dou Ling Empire."

"But she hasn't even had a chance to declare war on the two great empires yet, how could she possibly be willing to step down? That should have been her own achievement."

Yun Ming frowned slightly and said, "You mean, Qian Gu Huang Yu's true intentions are not what they seem?"

“At least that’s what I think,” Zang Xin said.

Yun Ming said, "Since that's the case, then let's not get involved in this mess. Ever since Qian Gu Huang Yu took office, he has extended the graduation time of Soul Master Academy graduates by three years and forced us to follow suit."

"This has resulted in none of our students graduating in the past three years, making it impossible to supply fresh talent to the outside world and thus unable to continuously enhance our influence."

"In the future wars against the Star Luo Empire and the Dou Ling Empire, we will be the main force, and we absolutely cannot afford to suffer another blow."

“No, senior brother, I think we should get involved this time, and we should get involved with a clear stance,” Guan Yue said.

Yun Ming frowned and said, "Junior brother, we no longer have the chance to make mistakes. If something goes wrong, we will face annihilation."

Guan Yue said, "Senior brother, what I mean is that we should unconditionally support the Eternal Phoenix Feather. We should make it clear that only the Eternal Phoenix Feather can save the Sun and Moon Federation."

"She should not only not step down, but should dedicate herself to the Federation and ideally serve as its prime minister for the rest of her life."

At this point, Zang Xin realized what was going on and laughed, "We hope that Your Excellency Qian Gu Huang Yu can sacrifice your personal interests for the greater good and lead the Federation for the rest of your life!"

ps
The following is just for fun and is not included in official history.

Then there's Tang Hao, who committed the sin of anger. He fought with the Spirit Hall simply because Qian Xunji killed his wife, and even attacked you at the slightest disagreement.

This contradicts Your Excellency's statement in Parliament, "My favors are compounded."

So the lord descended and punished her. Tang Hao failed to win her over. His son's brothers, Da Ming and Er Ming, died one after another. In the end, even the golden ancient tree, the incarnation of his wife, was destroyed.

...

Next was the Abyss Saint King, who committed the sin of laziness, thinking himself great just because he was the ruler of a plane and possessed a super artifact.

Furthermore, what many people may not know is that when the fifth layer of the Abyss Plane collapsed and the Abyss Saint King awoke, what he saw in his mind was Your Excellency standing in the light.

At that time, you told him that he could only go this far and could not go any further (referring to continuing the attack on the Blood God Legion).
However, your persuasion not only failed to make the Abyss Saint King repent, but he also dared to confront your authority head-on after the defeat, together with Mortis, the number one evil soul master of the Holy Spirit Cult.

So the lord imposed her punishment: the Abyss Saint King disappeared after forming an alliance with Mortis, and had no role in any of the 100 chapters.

...

Then there's Yunming, who committed the sin of jealousy. He was repeatedly defeated by Your Excellency, but Yunming, though outwardly compliant, secretly harbored jealousy towards Your Excellency.

They even dared to declare to the heavens that you were the challenger. Thus, in the most prestigious three-way battle, the Shrek Campaign...

Yunming didn't even have the courage to attack you, but he considered that he hadn't focused on attacking you during the One Year War.

He merely uttered the perplexing statement, 'The power of the Golden Tree is not just about its appearance!' and in doing so, you granted him all his wishes in the forum debate.

(End of this chapter)