Zhong Li's Counsel

It wouldn't be accurate to say that it's a newly discovered ability in the Spirit Realm.

Because before Yang Ning reached the Qi Refining Stage, this world could not support living beings; this ability only came about after Yang Ning reached the Qi Refining Stage.

But even if you can't create living things, you can still create a planet to play with!

With a thought, Yang Ning appeared in a shattered little world.

Guili Plains, Wangshu Inn, Liyue Harbor

Looking at the familiar yet unfamiliar world before him, Yang Ning's expression was inscrutable.

He did create this world, but it only used his memories. Yang Ning only remembered a few key characters and their general personalities.

But what exactly is this world like? How big are the stones? How many people live in the city? How wide are the rivers? Will the fishermen ever catch fish? These countless details all evolved on their own within the Spirit Realm.

So although it is indeed a world created by Yang Ning feels exactly the same as if he has traveled through time when he came here. He is full of novelty and does not feel like he is Omniscient and Omnipotent.

"So, what exactly is the Spirit Realm?" Yang Ning was somewhat shocked, but upon closer reflection, it seemed that this ability wasn't that powerful.

After all, Bai Ge from "Brain Hole Explosion" also has a similar ability, and his is even more powerful than Yang Ning's! He can create containment objects and create rules like "Heaven Rewards Diligence," which Yang Ning doesn't have.

Heaven Rewards Diligence! This ability is no less powerful than any Supreme Dao Arts!

Forget it, there's no point in thinking about it. Zhao's cultivation is above that of a True Immortal. His Dragon Pearl can even be contained within the Spirit Realm. How could a mere Qi Refining Second Level cultivator possibly explore the secrets of this thing?

Now that they were in the city, Yang Ning decided not to waste any more time and went straight to Xiangling's Restaurant. With a quick glance, he spotted a young man wearing a luxurious brown-black robe, with a small braid. He looked very young, but his demeanor was mature.

Yang Ning came to his side and gently patted him on the shoulder. "Brother, can we get a table together?"

Zhong Li glanced at the many empty tables beside him, paused for a moment, and then said, "Of course!"

Yang Ning nodded with satisfaction and sat down, then called out, "Boss, one of each of your famous dishes, please!"

"We have many famous dishes!" Chef Mao poked his head out from behind the stove and said, "It would be a waste if you couldn't finish them!"

"Don't be afraid!" Yang Ning patted her stomach. "I have a big appetite!"

"Uh, okay!" Chef Mao fell silent. There were indeed many strange people in this world, and some immortals who disguised themselves as humans. He guessed that Yang Ning was one of them.

Zhong Li, however, was able to determine that Yang Ning was neither an immortal nor a demon god.

He didn't even have a trace of elemental power; he was clearly just an ordinary person!

"How should I address you, brother?" Zhong Li asked.

Yang Ning has the face of a Liyue person, but Zhong Li should know every Liyue person, yet none of them look like him.

"My name is Yang Ning!" Yang Ning smiled and said, "Do you recognize me?"

"I don't recognize you!" Zhong Li shook his head. "Brother, have you returned from a foreign land?"

"It's not a foreign country, it's more like another world!" Yang Ning said with a smile. "Actually, I came here this time to ask you a question!"

"Oh?" Zhong Li was taken aback. Another world?

This term shouldn't be used carelessly!

He was, after all, a demon god, and his mind worked quickly. In an instant, he regained his composure and asked, "May I ask what you wish to ask, brother?"

"That's right!" Yang Ning said, "There's a country called Jiangyun, which is about ten times the size of Teyvat in terms of total area, and its population is also ten times that of Teyvat!"

Zhong Li nodded, signaling to continue.

"This country is very strong, and its people are very united, but precisely because its development has been too rapid, two other forces couldn't stand it anymore!" Yang Ning said. "So these two powerful forces took action, killing the king and royal family members of Jiang Yun Nation, and splitting Jiang Yun Nation into two mutually hostile forces!"

"Among the people of Jiang Yun Nation, some followed the post-war forces, while others remained loyal to the original Jiang Yun Nation. They were then captured by these two post-war forces and sold into slavery all over the world!"

Staring intently at Zhong Li, Yang Ning asked, "Now, some of the Jiang Yun slave have become disciples of someone with your wisdom. Do you think there's any way to help these Jiang Yun slave restore their kingdom?"

The person he most wanted to see wasn't actually Zhong Li, but that person was too imposing to be mentioned.

It just so happens that Yang Ning has been teaching his apprentice for two years under the guise of Zhong Li, so he might as well ask the real Zhongli.

Wasn't Zhong Li supposed to be the embodiment of all the virtues of emperors throughout Huaxia history? Perhaps he has some solutions!

That's right, Yang Ning, who possesses infinite worlds, not only has an infinite number of scientists to help him save his brainpower, but he also has an additional strategist pool!

If Zhong Li couldn't solve it either, he planned to ask Zhuge Liang.

Zhong Li didn't know if Yang Ning was really from another world. If not, then Jiang Yun Nation and the like might just be something from a novel.

But if he is...

Jiang Yun slave, is a real entity!

Zhong Li has always abhorred slavery, and since the founding of Liyue, there has never been a single day that slavery has been practiced!

The reason for this is probably the inherent nature of God's love for humanity.

"What are the character traits of these Jiang Yun person?" Zhong Li asked after thinking for a moment.

"Like the people of Liyue, we are honest, trustworthy, loyal, brave, and resilient," Yang Ning said.

Zhong Li immediately felt a sense of empathy, and then, thinking about what would happen if Liyue were dismembered by other gods, his anger flared up instantly!

But

Zhong Li then asked, "What is the strength of those two forces that dismembered Jiang Yun?"

"To put it simply, if Jiang Yun were an ordinary person, then those two forces would be demon gods!" Yang Ning said. "Jiang Yun in his prime might have been able to put up a fight, but now Jiang Yun slave, he has absolutely no chance of cultivation and can't even defeat a slime!"

Zhong Li immediately frowned.

How could a group of mortals possibly fight against a being of demonic god-like power?

Zhong Li then asked, "You said these descendants of Jiang Yun have taken me as their master, so what have I taught them?"

"Basic cultivation knowledge and martial Cultivation Method!" Yang Ning said, "That should be enough for them to defeat the Torch Hilichurl!"

Zhong Li was speechless.

The difference in skill level is too great; there's no way they can win!

No, it's not impossible!

Zhong Li thought of a kingdom called Khaenri'ah, composed of mortals who were almost defying the heavens.

"If your own strength is average, perhaps you'd have a chance if you relied on external aids?" Zhong Li asked.

"My previous analogy of slimes and demons may have misled you, sir!" Yang Ning said. "Actually, we should compare them to Hilichurl and the Heavenly Principles. Now, how do you think we should break this deadlock, sir?"

Zhong Li was speechless. You overestimate me.

If I had known, I would have rebelled against Heavenly Principles long ago; why would I have gone to ally with the Cryo Archon?

"I can't think of any way to break this deadlock!" He was also an honest man, frankly admitting his shortcomings. "In the face of absolute strength, all schemes and tricks are meaningless!"

"I see!" Yang Ning nodded, tapping the table lightly, and said, "Then how about you help me devise a plan, sir?"

Zhong Li nodded. "Please speak!"