Dimension Paradise, I am a summoning apostle

Chapter 613 The Power of Destiny: Lacking Wealth, He Desires to Mint Coins
"That's the last one. We've finally got it sorted out." Chu Danqing crossed out the last person on the list.

Using the list and addresses provided by Chai Jungui, he visited each of them.

And it was all in the middle of the night.

Luckily, I can ride the clouds, otherwise relying on my own two legs would be a real hassle.

Through these days of practice, Chu Danqing's previously rather clumsy cloud-riding technique has become much more skillful.

It will not disintegrate during normal use.

Unless it encounters a violent impact, overloaded operation, or other external factors, it is still very useful as a regular means of transportation.

After finishing the task, Chu Danqing rode the clouds back home.

Yes, his cloud can only drift, it can't be considered flying.

Because the speed is far inferior to flying.

However, it wasn't without its advantages; it was much faster than Chu Danqing flying on his own.

It just means that it might drift a little slower if it encounters headwinds occasionally.

"If only the Seven-Colored Radiance Staff were still here, it could be used as an accelerator," Chu Danqing said regretfully.

The Thousand Chariots game is useful, but it can't release waves.

As for where the offensive power is manifested, it's of course by swinging the chessboard and smashing people, otherwise where else could it be?

This thing is a physical-type summoning equipment, just like the Jade Ruyi back then.

It's just that the type of magic weapon seems a bit odd.

Chu Danqing only hoped that once the Thousand Chariots Opera was made into a professional equipment, it could become a magic-type item.

His attack power is low, but it's still somewhat useful.

Even using it to accelerate the Cloud Riding Technique would be excellent.

I flew back to Kyoto and arrived at dawn.

Upon entering the palace, he learned that Chai Jungui was holding a court meeting, but he was too lazy to participate.

So she went to the Imperial Study to wait for him.

Around 9:30, Chai Jungui came to the Imperial Study after court.

"Brother, did it go well?" Chai Jungui asked immediately upon seeing Chu Danqing.

"There shouldn't be any major problems. I can tell they're quite afraid. As long as they don't change their minds, there won't be any issues," Chu Danqing said.

The basic skill of Domination allows him to distinguish whether someone is lying, but that's about it.

If the other party regrets it later, how could Chu Danqing possibly know?

"It's good that things are stable." Chai Jungui sat down and continued, "While you were busy, I also checked on Nan Yong's situation."

"All of Nan Yong's power and influence are now in the hands of Zhao Yuanlang."

"It can be said that everyone from top to bottom is Zhao Yuanlang's man."

"That Emperor Yong was nothing but a puppet emperor."

"However, Zhao Yuanlang seems to genuinely intend to support the Yong Dynasty and has no intention of usurping the throne."

“Even though he holds a high position of power now.” Chai Jungui didn’t quite understand this point. Wasn’t he the chosen one? Why didn’t he take the throne?

Chu Danqing understood that Zhao Yuanlang was most likely a loyal subject.

If it were truly an attempt to usurp the throne, it would inevitably tarnish one's reputation.

"It's very simple. Emperor Yong is all alone now," Chu Danqing said softly. "Moreover, his reputation is not bad, so it's not a good time to take action."

"More suitable for wearing a yellow robe."

As long as Emperor Yong is alive, Zhao Yuanlang will remain his subject.

Coincidentally, Emperor Yong was just one person and did not yet have a primordial spirit.

If he dies, Zhao Yuanlang's men will definitely drape him in a yellow robe.

The idea that Zhao Yuanlang is the true emperor has already been heavily promoted by others, and all that's missing is this opportunity.

Chai Jungui immediately understood what Chu Danqing meant.

"So our next step is to protect Emperor Yong?" Chai Jungui thought of this, otherwise, if Zhao Yuanlang were to actually seize the throne, that would be a real problem.

Chu Danqing shook her head: "No, no need."

“Zhao Yuanlang is following the grand and majestic path. He will not hastily declare himself emperor like we have, so Emperor Yong could not have died so hastily.”

"It would only be possible after at least half of the former territory of the Yong Dynasty has been recovered and the old capital has been returned."

"It's still a long way off, it will take at least three to five years, and that's our opportunity."

Zhao Yuanlang's rise to power does not mean he has already gained power.

This indicates that sufficient time is still needed for development.

For example, expanding one's influence and recruiting both civil and military officials.

After hearing Chu Danqing's words, Chai Jungui did not answer immediately, but was thinking about them.

After about five minutes, Chai Jungui said, "Then proceed according to the original plan and raise an army to punish the disobedient."

"I'll lead the army myself; how about you stay behind and guard the capital, elder brother?"

There has to be someone guarding the base camp, otherwise it will be troublesome if someone cuts off our retreat.

“The plan is flawed.” Chu Danqing immediately denied Chai Jungui’s claim that he should stay behind: “Go together, otherwise if you go alone, there’s a high chance of the whole army being wiped out.”

"Your Panmu Azure Dragon can't even beat the Crimson-Bearded Fire Dragon, let alone the constellations that have descended to the mortal realm."

If we're talking about advantages, then yes, there are definitely some.

After Chai Jungui ascended the throne, Panmu Qinglong was greatly strengthened due to the boost in his status and power.

However, with the addition of the Chosen One and the restraining effect, the Sea Tide Dragon would definitely have a chance of winning, but the Azure Dragon of the Coiled Wood would still be at a disadvantage when facing the Crimson-Bearded Fire Dragon.

Moreover, although Zhao Yuanlang was not the emperor, he wielded immense power and influence, which also benefited the Crimson-Bearded Fire Dragon. "That Divine Capital..." Chai Jungui hesitated, as his entire fortune was tied up there.

"We're going all in; there's no need to leave ourselves an escape route," Chu Danqing said. "Just find a way to hide your family."

"What does it matter if we lose the capital as long as we can kill Zhao Yuanlang?"

"At that time, you will be the true emperor, and taking it back will be a piece of cake."

"However, just in case, we still need to have some backup plans before we set off." Chu Danqing knew about Chai Jungui's concerns, but there was nothing he could do.

If they lose to the true emperor, they won't even be able to save their lives, let alone the capital, their families, or their loved ones.

Chai Jungui has a cautionary tale to learn from, as his adoptive father Zhou Wenzhong's case happened not long ago.

“Alright, we’ll follow your plan, brother.” Chai Jungui decisively chose to trust Chu Danqing.

However, he quickly revealed an embarrassed expression: "But there is one more problem to solve before we set off."

"We have no money."

From Zhou Wenzhong's uprising in Shanzhou to Chai Jungui's succession, the country was constantly engaged in militarism and reckless military campaigns.

When Chai Jungui took over, he discovered that they were already in a fiscal deficit.

How can we fight a war if we don't have any money?

Chu Danqing was also helpless when he heard this, mainly because the fight along the way would definitely take its toll.

The sound of cannons could cost a fortune. Although the price of gold wasn't that high in the era of cold weapons, it was still a huge expense.

"I only have a limited amount of money on hand," Chu Danqing said, spreading his hands. "If it's not enough, you'll have to figure it out yourself."

“This is a matter of state, how could I possibly use my elder brother’s personal property?” Chai Jungui said. “There is a large temple outside the capital, with ten large Buddha statues inside.”

"This temple has been abandoned for a long time. If we melt it down and use the copper coins, it will be enough for this expedition."

Chai Jungui's idea was to simply print money, regardless of inflation or other such issues.

We'll deal with that after he survives.

"Aren't you afraid of offending these gods and Buddhas?" Chu Danqing raised an eyebrow and asked.

Chu Danqing always avoided contact with high-level combat forces such as immortals, Buddhas, ghosts, and gods, because Chu Danqing was truly no match for them.

Chai Jungui smiled and said, "If I don't offend them, will they not help Zhao Yuanlang?"

Although Zhou Wenzhong was killed by Zhao Yuanlang.

However, it was only because these immortals, Buddhas, ghosts and gods secretly helped Zhou Wenzhong force his primordial spirit to leave his body that he had the opportunity to kill them.

Now that things have come to this point, what is Chai Jungui afraid of, whether he offends anyone or not?

"Then what do you want from me?" Chu Danqing asked.

If you're not afraid of offending anyone, why are you saying all this to Chu Danqing?

“I want my elder brother to oversee the construction,” Chai Jungui said. “This matter concerns the expedition, and I don’t trust anyone else to go.”

In reality, Chai Jungui doesn't have many people he can trust.

Besides Chu Danqing, there are Zhou Chaishi, Ruan Yingmei, and Zhou Duantong, as well as five ghosts and one demon.

As for the personnel taken over from Zhou Wenzhong...

To be honest, Zhou Wenzhong didn't dare to completely trust anyone, let alone Chai Jungui.

Not to mention that after the fall of Kyoto, many of the officials in the court were former ministers who directly succeeded Emperor Yōchō.

They only killed a few troublemakers as a warning to others.

If we were to kill them all, even the gods would probably have to stop functioning.

In politics, compromise is necessary.

“Okay, I’ll take care of it.” Chu Danqing immediately agreed.

Then he asked, "There must be quite a few people in the court who oppose the expedition, right?"

Chu Danqing did not believe that Chai Jungui would be wary for no reason.

"The former officials of the previous dynasty remain silent, but if I force them, they will surely become dissatisfied."

"As for the veteran officials who came with us from Shanzhou, they were split in half."

“But if I said I would give it my all, I’m afraid not many people would support me,” Chai Jungui said.

The reason is simple: no one in the court knew the truth, and they all believed that they could unify the world by taking steady and solid steps forward.

Why take such a risk? They didn't understand Chai Jungui's thinking.

But Chai Jungui couldn't say that there was a true love on the other side.

If it were really said out loud, and considering Chai Jungui's behavior and the effect of his status as the true Son of Heaven, at least seven or eight out of ten people would defect to him.

Chai Jungui was ultimately just a rough and tumble outlaw serving as a vanguard for the king, and it was too difficult for him to retain anyone.

“Another troublesome matter.” Chu Danqing frowned, then said, “In that case, I’ll play the bad guy.”

"It's been a long time since I've been a powerful minister, so I might be a bit rusty."

"But it's alright, I can make up for it with my strength."

When Chai Jungui heard Chu Danqing's words, he was also very surprised. So you were once a powerful minister.

"You and I have been putting on a good show these past few days, don't give anything away," Chu Danqing said coldly. "I guarantee I'll make these people obey my orders without question."

"Big brother, what are you planning to do?" Chai Jungui asked curiously.

"Of course, it's about wielding absolute power, letting these people know what it means to have power through force," Chu Danqing said.

It's certainly not good for him to engage in scheming and intrigue in the imperial court, but if he's allowed to subdue people by force, there are plenty of people who can do it for him.

This approach definitely wouldn't work under Zhao Yuanlang's command, since there are many celestial beings with primordial spirits who have descended to the mortal realm, and their martial prowess is quite formidable.

But here, how could a group of ordinary people possibly defeat Chu Danqing?

(End of this chapter)