I Only Look at Results

The imperial edict Zhao Wuji wanted was extremely important. It was the key to his ability to forge alliances among the major powers.

He could take the lead in exterminating the Radiance Cult, but he needed something tied to their interests to make those Jianghu factions obey.

This imperial edict was that thing.

Zhao Guang looked at Zhao Wuji and said flatly, "You are handing the Court's interests over to others."

On the surface, this edict allowed the various factions to monitor the Radiance Cult. In truth, it was equivalent to handing over local authority and granting them the Court's official sanction.

Zhao Wuji gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, these Jianghu factions occupy their own territories and have never submitted to the Court's discipline. This edict merely brings their secret actions into the open.

"These Jianghu factions would not act without profit. If they gained nothing at all, why would they make a move?

"What I am doing is also a plan to use tigers to devour wolves. If the major factions and the Radiance Cult can fight to the death and both suffer grievous losses, would that not be even better?"

"Using tigers to devour wolves—aren't you afraid of driving the tiger out through the front door only to let the wolf in through the back?"

A strange curve appeared at the corner of Zhao Guang's lips.

Zhao Wuji's heart sank. Of course, he understood that principle.

But if he were to handle this matter, this was his only option. Otherwise, what could he use to persuade those Jianghu sects to act?

Just as he thought the Emperor had rejected his plan, Zhao Guang said calmly, "I will give you the edict. Bring back the head of the Radiance Cult's successor and report