"To make the people of the Extreme Evil Imperial Court submit? Easier said than done!"
The Extreme Evil Imperial Court has been harassing our borders for years. We are already sworn enemies, and with the Asura Sacred King having been plotting against us for so many years, it is nothing short of a pipe dream to subdue them without expending military force.
The Manju Sacred King shook his head, his attitude pessimistic.
Even after Ren Lie's betrayal, he could still appear openly in the Extreme Evil Imperial Court and even continue to hold military power. This shows that the Asura Sacred King's power had already gained considerable control over the Extreme Evil Imperial Court.
"Indeed, ordinary methods will definitely not work!"
But what if I said I could provide Your Majesty with an endless supply of food?
Chen Mu's words were always shocking; as soon as he finished speaking, the entire council hall erupted in chaos.
Are you serious?
Even the Manju Sacred King couldn't sit still any longer; she stood up and looked at Chen Mu with excitement.
"Yes, given some time to prepare, I am confident I can feed all the creatures in the Netherworld."
Chen Mu had anticipated everyone's reaction and calmly explained.
If it's just about providing food to sustain life, Chen Mu won't feel any pressure at all. The reason is simple: technology is the primary productive force!
A single food processing machine, when operating normally, can supply the daily needs of thousands of people.
The manufacture of ordinary food synthesis machines no longer requires Chen Mu's personal involvement; as long as he issues an instruction, the artificial intelligence " Xiaozhi " can complete all the work.
Chen Mu's only concern was the resources needed to create the synthesis machine, but this was clearly not a problem. The various high-quality spiritual materials he had seized from the Extreme Evil Imperial Palace yesterday were enough for him to squander for a long time.
"How did you do that? Was it... Rune Artifacts invented by the general?"
This time it was Lu Yi who spoke. He had also been greatly exhausted from yesterday's battle, so he had been staying in the palace. After the morning court session this day, he would rush back to Evil Phoenix City to command the defense line.
"Yes."
"I have also seen Rune Artifacts for producing food, but no matter how powerful the Rune Artifacts, food production always requires raw materials."
"I wonder what materials the Rune Artifacts you invented, General, will be made of?"
Lu Yi knew that asking this question might seem like he was being difficult, but he cared about it too much.
Food scarcity has always been a major headache for rulers. If this problem could be solved, it would be even more significant than defeating the Asura Sacred King.
"The raw materials can be most of the substances we commonly see, including soil, sand, trees, and even gases."
Food synthesis machines, in essence, break down substances into their most primitive molecular and atomic forms, then recombine them to create edible products.
When Chen Mu was on Earth, similar machines already existed in real life, but they were not yet capable of turning all matter into food.
In this world, Chen Mu found a way through runes. Now, the food synthesis machine he invented can synthesize most of the world's substances into food that meets the nutritional needs of the human body.
Upon hearing the answer, Lu Yi was so shocked that he was speechless for a long time before finally letting out a sigh.
"In the few days since I returned to the capital, I have often heard court officials compare me with Might-Distant General. Although I admire the general's talent, I do not believe that I am inferior to him."
Only now do I realize that I am far inferior to the General. It is truly a blessing for our court to have the General's assistance.
Lu Yi has always been recognized as the most promising successor of the Manju Imperial Court. Even he said this, which also reflects that Chen Mu's performance has completely won over these ministers.
" Black Phoenix King, you flatter me!"
Chen Mu cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and said modestly.
"Great! Chen Mu, you've really surprised and delighted me."
If what you're saying is true, then it's indeed possible for us to gain a large amount of civilian support without firing a single shot. However, just to be on the safe side, I'd like to personally witness your food preparation process."
"No problem, Your Majesty. There is a small teleportation array for returning to Iron Soul City built in my palace. We can set off at any time, as long as it is convenient for Your Majesty."
Chen Mu extended a warm invitation.
"Is this Iron Soul City?"
As soon as the Manju Sacred King stepped out of the teleportation array, he was stunned by the sight before his eyes.
Looking up, towering buildings rise from the ground, and the city roads are well-planned. If other Earthlings came here, they would definitely wonder if they had returned to modern society.
However, upon closer inspection, it is quite different from modern society.
For example, many of the high-rise buildings here are not made of reinforced concrete, but of trees. After all, there are many towering ancient trees in the wilderness of the Netherworld, and they can be moved back and slightly modified to make decent houses.
The ground here isn't paved with cement; it seems to have been treated with magic, making it smooth and sturdy, and there are even Talisman Puppet puppets maintaining it.
The streets were bustling with people, all dressed in the common cloth and brocade garments of the Netherworld, no different from other cities in the Netherworld.
"These are just some of my attempts at urban development; please don't take offense."
Chen Mu took to the air and invited everyone to the City Lord's Mansion.
"Please follow me, everyone. All the food production Rune Artifacts is gathered here."
To make it easier for other people in the city to use the teleportation array, Chen Mu set it up in a bustling area of the city, so they would still need to fly some distance to get to the city lord's mansion.
"Okay! Let's go then."
The Manju Sacred King concealed her aura and looked like a curious young girl, flying around and looking around.
"Why don't you allow people to fly in? It would pose a huge security risk if you didn't allow people to fly in the city."
During her journey, Shen Hongye noticed that cultivators were flying around everywhere in the city, and many low-level cultivators were even flying in magical artifacts.
Such a scene is rarely seen in other cities. After all, cultivators are powerful and difficult to manage. If someone with ulterior motives were to cause damage in the city, it could easily result in huge losses.
Building a city is difficult, but a cultivator could destroy it in just a few minutes.
"No one would dare do that unless they wanted to die."
As Chen Mu spoke, he pointed to a tall building not far away.
Following Chen Mu's pointing finger, Shen Hongye saw the observatory, which was equipped with dozens of cannons. The menacing muzzles of the cannons made even a Saint Level being like her feel a little uncomfortable.
"That's really violent."
She pursed her lips and said no more.