Laying Plans

"I don't recognize Qinghe Town anymore."

Huang Chao, looking dazed, said in the restaurant, "I have been investigating the situation here for a long time."

The changes in every place here are recorded.

I kept imagining what this place would look like, but it still exceeded my expectations.

Huang Chao was filled with emotion. "Qin Yan, you have done what I could not do."

I am not as good as you at governing the world.

As he spoke, his expression turned slightly somber.

"When you were granted your title, all I could think about was how to surpass you?"

At this moment, he couldn't help but laugh at himself.

Qin Yan listened quietly without interrupting the other person.

After a moment, Huang Chao gradually quieted down and looked at Qin Yan with a complicated expression. "Why did you rebel? With your current power and status, you didn't need to do this."

How are the people under my rule?

Qin Yan couldn't help but ask in return!

"We could try listening to the happiest people," Huang Chao said after a moment's thought, giving his answer.

Qin Yan looked at the people coming and going on the street. "They are my answer."

Qin Yan smiled and said, "In life, there are things we can do and things we can choose not to do."

I don't care what the world thinks of me; I only do what I believe is right.

"Good!"

Huang Chao laughed loudly, "We scholars also think about being loyal to the emperor and loving our country, but those powerful families regard us as roadside weeds."

The lowly should not be trifled with!

I don't see things as clearly as you do; you probably saw through the truth as soon as you left, but I still cling to illusions.

Huang Chao laughed, but the more he laughed, the more heartbreaking it became.

Everything he did in the first half of his life was met with the merciless lash of the world.

The more this happened, the more he hated the world.

"Qin Yan, I hate you so much! I wish I could wipe out the entire Xia Imperial Clan and all the noble families in the world."

Huang Chao felt an overwhelming surge of resentment!

With a thought, Qin Yan created an invisible barrier that sealed off the room, preventing even a trace of that terrifying aura from leaking out.

The hostility receded like a receding tide.

"Qin Yan is late in returning; I need your help."

Huang Chao regained his composure and revealed his true intentions, looking at Qin Yan and awaiting his reply.

What makes you think I'd help you?

Qin Yan turned slightly to the side, his smile faint.

Because you need me.

Huang Chao smiled confidently, "You have just seized Yunzhou and urgently need to consolidate your power, but you are too dazzling."

All the powers in the world are watching you.

Do you know why they don't take the initiative?

Because they are waiting, waiting for you to finish building this place and invent more great things.

Only then can they finally take everything from you once and for all.

As he spoke, Huang Chao clenched his fist. "You seem to be completely out of place in this world."

I really don't know what you're thinking!

Back to the main topic.

Huang Chao's eyes shone brightly. "My strength could break through to the Martial Arts Myth at any time."

Then I can make a comeback and stir up the world once again.

I attract the world's attention.

But you can develop it, making Yunzhou incredibly wealthy.

I believe that by then your army will have grown to be invincible.

You lack the time; you're not capable of conquering the world right now.

Huang Chao leaned back in his chair. "You lack time, I lack helpers!"

Helping me is also helping yourself.

I can help you stall the imperial court and those powerful immortal sects!

Why not?

"If you want to cooperate with me, you have to prove you're qualified."

Qin Yan smiled faintly, "Come talk to me again when you advance to the Fourth Realm."

The words had barely left his mouth!

Qin Yan put one hand on the other person's shoulder!

Huang Chao then felt the terrible injuries on his body being gradually disintegrated and healed.

A moment later, he felt completely refreshed, and a look of joy appeared on his face.

"I never expected you to have such methods."

Huang Chao's lips curled up. "Without you, it would probably take me another year or two to recover from the wounds Xiahou Jun left on me."

"Don't worry, I will reach the level of Martial Arts Myth as soon as possible!"

Huang Chao's expression was solemn, a glint of ruthlessness flashing in his eyes; he needed Qin Yan's help.

To advance in rank, he needs to devour more essence of flesh and blood.

The King of King of Chu and Xiahou Jun caused his efforts to fail, so he naturally wouldn't let them get away with it.

Now that he has regained his strength, he naturally wants to exact revenge.

"Qin Yan, I will never forget your help this time, and I will repay your kindness in Huang Chao future."

As soon as he finished speaking, he vanished from the restaurant.

Qin Yan drank the wine in his glass!

"My lord, Huang Chao an extremely dangerous man. Why not take this opportunity to eliminate him?"

Qin Xiaoyi entered the house, looking at Qin Yan with a puzzled expression.

"He only has value because he is alive, and he has extraordinary luck."

They will surely make a comeback in the future.

It would be better to make a preliminary move and let fate decide what happens next.

"My lord, you want to help him gain momentum, but this person can reach his current level of cultivation in a short time."

It's about giving him time to grow.

We may not be able to suppress him!

"No need to worry, I dared to let him leave, and naturally I have the means to suppress him."

I never do business at a loss.

Qin Yan downed the wine in one gulp, then turned and left.

November!

Heavy snow was falling.

But the rice paddies remained vibrant with life, and through continuous cultivation, the 27th generation of rice genes became completely stable.

Adaptable to all kinds of harsh environments!

With proper cultivation, even without chemical fertilizers, the yield per mu can reach 800 to 1000 jin.

Even in harsh environments, the yield can still be maintained at over 500 jin.

It is also extremely drought-resistant.

Most importantly, the growth cycle of the new version of rice has been reduced to 65 days.

A bountiful harvest can be expected in just over two months.

"Unfortunately, I'm not an agricultural scientist, so this is the best I can do in the short term."

Qin Yan felt somewhat regretful. With his abilities, he could indeed develop even more superior rice varieties, but he needed to take the time to research them.

But it's clear he can't devote all his time to this.

Even so, the yields of the rice and improved vegetables he researched were still high.

It's far ahead of its time.

Once it is fully popularized, Qin Yan's prestige will reach an unprecedented peak.

It can achieve a level of godhood in the human world.

One by one, prominent officials from Yunzhou rushed to this place.

They stared in disbelief at the bountiful harvest in the rice paddies.

Soon, the group knelt down, exclaiming that it was a divine miracle to witness such a bountiful harvest in winter.

"The Marquis is destined by Heaven, and auspicious omens have descended upon him."

A dark-skinned, thin official bowed deeply to Qin Yan and began to lavish praise on Qin Yan's achievements.

Qin Yan and Qin Xiaoyi's lips twitched upon hearing this!

He's really good with words; no wonder those foolish rulers favored treacherous officials!

Qin Yan told everyone about the rice, which once again caused everyone to exclaim in surprise.

This is truly a blessing from heaven!

Thanks to Yunzhou's favorable environment, three harvests a year are a piece of cake.

Even if they were moved to the harsh, cold north, they could still manage two harvests a year.

Moreover, the output is astonishing.

"With this divine grain, the people of the world will no longer fear hunger."

An elderly man with gray hair immediately looked up to the sky and wept bitterly.