Bring Him Back

"Has the Jiang Kingdom fallen to this state? It can't even protect a single prince?"

Fang Weiyan sensed that things were getting a bit complicated.

Once the emperor dies, demons will truly rise up everywhere, and the Underworld Administration in various places will be severely affected.

Previously Fang Weiyan had discussed with the local earth god that national strength would affect the rank of Incense Offerings.

Furthermore, the nation's own strength enabled it to suppress some demons, preventing them from acting recklessly.

As the emperor of the Jiang Kingdom, if he were to pass away and no one were to inherit the throne, the remaining strength of the Jiang Kingdom would dissipate.

At that time, demons will have nothing to fear, and countless skeletons will likely be visible along the streets.

Just like the Dragon King of the Wu River before, it was because the Jiang Kingdom strength declined that the other party stirred up trouble and forced Zhenjiang City to change its name.

"I've heard that demons are involved, trying to completely ruin the fate of the Jiang Kingdom."

Cheng Feng cautiously uttered a sentence that was considered extremely treasonous, but in the current climate, it was being discussed by many.

Are demons involved? That makes sense. If there weren't demons involved, the current emperor would probably have started a large-scale massacre.

Without even a single heir, how could an emperor not unleash a reign of terror?

Even a subject wouldn't dare go to such lengths, unless they were planning a rebellion.

However, if that's the case, then we need to properly build up Linbei County first, and gather a force to deal with the crisis that may come.

After waving for Cheng Feng to leave, Fang Weiyan picked up a book from the side and looked at it.

After reading only a little, Fang Weiyan couldn't bear to watch any longer.

The main reason was the news that Cheng Feng brought back.

According to Cheng Feng, the Jiang Kingdom is on the verge of destruction and is currently only barely holding on.

The current emperor is in poor health and has no sons; isn't this a sign of impending doom?

Thinking of this, Fang Weiyan hurriedly went to the fish pond.

"Come out for a moment."

Fang Weiyan looked at the fishpond but didn't see Silver Scale, so he knew it was hiding and immediately called out softly.

Hearing the noise, Silver Scale swam out, swishing its tail. "It's not even dark yet?"

Silver Scale was a little puzzled. Generally speaking, Fang Weiyan would call them out when it got dark so they could accumulate some merit.

It's not dark yet, so why is Fang Weiyan calling them out?

"I ask you, if someone were to lead troops to attack Linbei County, and you were lucky enough to be among the first to fall, could I protect Linbei County from this disaster?"

Fang Weiyan wanted to get a clear answer. If possible, Fang Weiyan would stay put; otherwise...

He should just take these koi fish and run away, and then take Tao Lingluo with him.

With the good fortune of a koi fish, it shouldn't be targeted and eaten by demons.

Silver Scale was also somewhat bewildered by the question.

After thinking carefully, he said, "That depends on who it is. If it's a king or a chosen one with great fortune, then they can't be protected."

"But if it's just some petty thieves, or minor officials, then protecting Linbei County won't be a problem."

Fang Weiyan frowned upon hearing this. If the Jiang Kingdom were to fall and another founding monarch were to emerge, would he be unable to stop it?

Although Earth is behind us, we can get some armor and bows and arrows, or even go abroad to buy some guns and other weapons to bring back.

But the problem is, there are demons in this world.

Fang Weiyan specifically asked about Tao Lingluo, and found that arrows and the like couldn't hurt her at all.

He claimed that his body was in a remnant soul state, rendering physical attacks ineffective.

Right now, some people are already colluding with demons to harm the emperor's children. Fang Weiyan doesn't think it's impossible that they might also collude with demons to attack some cities.

Upon receiving this answer, Fang Weiyan sighed and prepared to turn and leave.

At this moment, Silver Scale stopped Fang Weiyan, "My lord, the little demon you took in earlier seems to have some ill intentions towards us. I hope you can ask her to restrain herself."

After Silver Scale Lin underwent the Human Tribulation, his cultivation level increased significantly. These past few days, after sensing Tao Lingluo's gaze, he realized that the other party harbored ill intentions, so he specifically went to Fang Weiyan to complain.

"I see."

Fang Weiyan acknowledged and made a note of it.

This Silver Scale has been bringing him good luck; he can't let that Tao Lingluo eat it.

After noting this down, Fang Weiyan then went to find Tao Lingluo.

"You're not allowed to lay a finger on the koi in the pond."

Tao Lingluo is still in the orchard. Perhaps because of the fertilizer, these saplings are growing particularly fast.

In just a few days, it has already grown to waist length.

Upon hearing this, Tao Lingluo's eyes flickered slightly, but she still obediently nodded in agreement.

Forget it, with the adults' fertilizer, I won't bother with that koi carp.

It's a bit of a pity, there were five koi in that pond.

Jiang Guoyan, Huaicheng.

When the Emperor of the Jiang Kingdom looked at the Underworld Administration register presented to him and saw the contents written on it, his brows relaxed slightly.

"Linbei County... he is indeed a capable minister, having managed to restore the local deity to such an extent. It's a waste of his talent to keep him in Linbei County. Currently, people everywhere are suffering from famine. If we send someone to govern the famine-stricken areas, it might be able to salvage some of the nation's strength."

The emperor of the Jiang Kingdom looked at the booklet, muttering to himself.

The Jiang Kingdom is now riddled with problems, but the key issue is that with its declining national strength, the Underworld Administration can no longer suppress the demons, further contributing to the decline of the kingdom.

From Linbei County's perspective, he somewhat believed that Fang Weiyan had the ability to help the Jiang Kingdom restore some of its national strength.

Once the nation's strength recovers even a little, and the Underworld Administration regains some vitality, it will be able to suppress those demons.

If he finds a way to eliminate those treacherous officials, the Jiang Kingdom might still be saved.

And since Fang Weiyan has such abilities, he can be allowed to inherit the throne.

The child born then will also have his bloodline.

It was far better than having the Jiang Kingdom stolen by those demons, who then used the people of the Jiang Kingdom as food—something he absolutely could not tolerate.

Thinking of this, the Emperor of the Jiang Kingdom took a deep breath, then gently waved his hand, and a person stepped out from behind the curtain.

"Send a few trusted men to Linbei County and bring Fang Weiyan back."

The booklet clearly states that Pingshui City is now a safe route to Linbei County.

Such a talented person must be brought back as soon as possible to stop the loss of national strength in the Jiang Kingdom and save it from the danger of destruction.