Under One Person: Please Call Me Golden Flash

Chapter 391: I have a great scholar to argue for me
"People from Nathan Island have come to our country?"

Zhao Zhen frowned, a strange look flashing in his eyes.

The history of Nathan Island dates back to ancient Roman times. It was originally a religious organization that worshipped the forest god. Their sacred object was the "sacred tree," and the high priest who guarded the sacred tree was King Nathan.

Later, for unknown reasons, this group of believers migrated to an unnamed island at sea, forming a "lawless land" isolated from the world, attracting a large number of fugitives and otherworldly beings to gather there.

"What are they doing here? Has someone broken the throne? Are the new and old kings about to start a struggle for the throne?"

"Master, you know this?"

Zhao Fangxu's mouth dropped open, and he couldn't help but exchange a glance with Yu Yang.

"Let's get straight to the point. What are these people doing here?"

"Master, don't worry, Jinzhi wasn't broken. Those Nasen Guards came here mainly to demand supplies from us."

"Need supplies?"

Zhao Zhen raised an eyebrow again.

Nathan Island is a lawless place isolated from the world. Its inhabitants are mostly fugitives without legal status, and they cannot obtain resources through normal trade.

Therefore, regularly requesting supplies from the outside world is a necessary means of survival.

Although various supernatural organizations around the world have always looked down on Nathan Island, they have still tacitly allowed its existence.

It is precisely because of this tacit approval that Nathan Island has a mechanism for regularly requesting supplies from various countries.

"Yes, if it were just about supplies, that would be one thing, but Behemoth on the M side and the Emerald School in Europe seem to have conspired together to put pressure on us in conjunction with Nathan Island!"

"You want a lot?"

"More than just a lot?!"

Yu Yang gritted his teeth, his tone filled with hatred for those foreign forces.

"They're absolutely asking for the moon!!!"

“Master, you know what our country has been like these past two years. We’ve just been hit by an unprecedented drought, and the whole country is struggling to make ends meet. We can’t even feed ourselves, so where are we going to get so many supplies to provide to Nathan Island?”

As he spoke, a hint of helplessness flashed in Zhao Fangxu's eyes.

Under other circumstances, in order to maintain stability with foreign forces, Zhao Fangxu would have gritted his teeth and given away these supplies.

But to make such an excessive demand at this critical juncture, those guys aren't upholding the system at all; they're using Nathan Island to undermine it from the ground up!

"That's why I'm in a dilemma."

Now that our country has just been established, in order to gain a foothold in the international arena, we have no choice but to deal with these foreign forces.

But now they're taking advantage of this very thought of ours, using Nathan Island to their advantage.

If we don't give it to them, Behemoth and the guys from the Emerald Society will say that this is a universally accepted rule, and since you guys are everywhere, you should follow it too.

"You can give it, but we really can't gather that many supplies to send to Nathan's right now."

After hearing Zhao Fangxu's words, a mocking smile gradually appeared on Zhao Zhen's lips.

"What's wrong? You're really troubled by this?"

Looking at Zhao Zhen's relaxed expression, Zhao Fangxu felt as if a huge weight had been lifted from his heart, and he suddenly felt more at ease.

"Master, do you have any good ideas?"

"My solution is simple: I just won't give it to you."

"what?"

Zhao Fangxu blinked, a look of confusion flashing in his eyes.

"Not give it to us? But Master, if we don't give it to us, won't that give Behemoth and those guys from the Emerald Society something to use against us?"

"And then what? Even if they have something on us, what can they do?"

Zhao Zhen slowly picked up the teacup and took a small sip.

"Or is it that you, Zhao Fangxu, are actually afraid of them?"

"How is that possible?!"

"Isn't that settled?" Zhao Zhen put down his teacup and then gave Zhao Fangxu a deep look.

"Fang Xu, I did tell you before that if Na Du Tong wants to stay in power, it must unite all forces that can be united."

This is why I chose to adopt a conciliatory approach towards the Lü and Wang families in the first place.

But I've also told you before that those in power must have both ruthless methods and a compassionate heart!
I really like the history of one of our Chinese dynasties. Do you know which dynasty it is?

"do not know."

Zhao Fangxu and Yu Yang both shook their heads.

"Ming Dynasty".

"why?"

"Because I admire the spirit of the Ming Dynasty: no marriage alliances, no tributes, the emperor guarding the country's gates, and the monarch dying for the state!"

Remember this: when you are strong enough, there will naturally come a day when all nations will come to pay homage.

On this point, I have great confidence in the future of our country.

If Behemoth and the Emerald Society sever ties with us for this reason, then we might as well not be in this circle!

Listening to Zhao Zhen's inspiring words, even Zhao Fangxu's heart, which had been gradually worn down by life, became passionate again without him realizing it!
Master is right. Rather than groveling and begging others, or even being coerced by them, it's better to make yourself strong first!

When my army enters the pass, great scholars will surely debate the classics for me!

"Master, I understand!"

Zhao Fangxu nodded excitedly.

"I'll go tell the people on Nathan Island right now that they can give as much or as little as they want in supplies, we're not giving any!!!"

After saying that, Zhao Fangxu turned and left.

But just then, Zhao Zhen's voice rang out again.

"and many more."

"Master, is there anything else you need?"

Zhao Fangxu stopped and winked at Zhao Zhen.

"This time, I'll go with you."

Upon hearing this, a look of wild joy flashed in Zhao Fangxu's eyes.

"really?"

"What? Not welcome?"

"How could this be? I just can't believe it. I thought you weren't going to take care of me anymore, Master..."

Zhao Zhen smiled slightly, and then slowly stood up.

"Since we're already here, it won't take much effort to accompany you."

Moreover, when refusing someone, you must also demonstrate that you have the authority to refuse...

Zhao Fangxu was slightly taken aback, but he quickly understood Zhao Zhen's meaning.

“Alright, sir, this way please, I’ll show you the way.”

"Well, let's go."

Zhao Zhen's voice remained calm, yet carried an undeniable composure.

"Yes, master!"

Zhao Fangxu's spirits lifted, his back straightened even more, as if a heavy burden had been lifted in an instant, and a sharp light rekindled in his eyes.

With his master by his side, he no longer had any doubts.

Yu Yang quickly composed herself, reverting to her capable secretary demeanor, and hurried to catch up with the two.

(End of this chapter)