Making Up His Mind

After his tone hardened slightly, making his stance clear, Yin Yunze took out the Mutton-Fat Jade Purification Vase and the Jeweled Tree Glazed Branch.

Under Liu Zhengyuan's astonished gaze, Yin Yunze first poured out three drops of nectar from the Mutton-Fat Jade Purification Vase.

Then, with a flick of the Jeweled Tree Glazed Branch, the three drops of nectar were instantly sealed into three small, black pills, each about the size of a little finger joint, emitting a faint, exotic fragrance.

Yin Yunze took out another porcelain bottle, placed the three Nectar Pill inside, and then imbued it with Power of Frost and Snow that could last for decades.

"I know this matter is troublesome, but I still ask for your help, sir!"

Handing the porcelain bottle to Liu Zhengyuan, Yin Yunze said softly, "These are three Nectar Pills. Although they cannot bring the dead back to life, they can treat common ailments and even regenerate severed limbs. I hope they can alleviate some of the difficulties you face."

Although Yin Yunze could produce more nectar, the saying still applies: once people know you have a lot of this stuff, it won't fetch a good price.

Three is just the right amount.

If he takes two out to settle the matter, Liu Zhengyuan will still have one left.

If three pills can't solve the problem, then five or ten pills might not be enough.

The more Liu Zhengyuan wanted to retain, the more dedicated he had to be to this matter.

Yin Yunze also knew that if you wanted someone to do something, empty words were the least effective; you always had to offer something in return.

If we only consider personal relationships, even if it were the Buddha himself, let alone Yin Yunze, the Primordial Lady of the Azure Heavens, it wouldn't be effective in the long run.

Even in Journey to the West, Buddha himself supports the practice of taking money to do things.

"Your Majesty is too kind!"

Looking at the porcelain vase, Liu Zhengyuan swallowed hard, then accepted it without hesitation with both hands. "Your Majesty's request is my earnest duty! I will do my utmost to fulfill Your Majesty's wish! Within two, or even a month, I can accomplish this!"

Receiving a gift makes all the difference; Liu Zhengyuan's tone of voice immediately changed as well.

However, Anqing Prefecture is more than a thousand li away from the capital of the Great Wei Dynasty.

Even at full gallop, it would take ten days or so to arrive.

This month can be described as an extremely tight timeframe.

Yin Yunze's attitude towards this matter is to seek stability rather than speed.

Therefore, in response to Liu Zhengyuan's statement, Yin Yunze said softly, "Lord Liu, there is no need to rush this matter."

"As long as this matter can be resolved, two or three months is fine!"

"Your humble servant understands!" Liu Zhengyuan nodded and assured him again, "Your humble servant will certainly handle it properly!"

"Hmm!" Nodding, Yin Yunze thought for a moment and then, realizing there was nothing else, said, "In that case, I'll leave these matters to you, sir! It's getting late, so I won't disturb your rest any longer."

Liu Zhengyuan still had many things he wanted to say to Yin Yunze.

After all, Yin Yunze is a god, and might even have come down from heaven.

It would be good for Liu Zhengyuan to stay a little longer and absorb some of the immortal energy.

However, upon hearing Yin Yunze's words, Liu Zhengyuan also bowed respectfully and said, "Respectfully seeing off the Goddess Yuanjun."

"Um."

After responding, Yin Yunze turned and walked into the Qingnü Temple, then returned to the Dao Field.

Originally, Yin Yunze planned to discuss in detail the cases of those summoned back by Subordinate Deity.

Unexpectedly, upon entering the Dao Field, they saw a dirty creature.

"Your Majesty!"

Looking at Yin Yunze, Zhang Liuyun, appearing somewhat dejected, said resentfully, "It's fine if you punish me by leaving me here alone, it's fine if you don't give me food or drink, but you should at least give me a place to rest—it's been a whole day, aren't you afraid I'll defile your sacred place?!"

Looking at Zhang Liuyun's resentful expression, Yin Yunze realized that she seemed to have really forgotten that Zhang Liuyun was still locked up in the Dao Field.

In the past, those who were pulled into the Dao Field by Yin Yunze were mostly the four Subordinate Deity, and they all had the authority to enter and leave the Dao Field at their own discretion.

Even Lord of Du Mountain was able to break through and escape on his own without Yin Yunze truly activating the power of his Dao Field.

As for ordinary people like Xu Hanxian, Yin Yunze never forgot them.

The only exception was Zhang Liuyun, whom Yin Yunze was originally planning to punish.

As a result of the City God's sudden attack, Yin Yunze accidentally forgot about it.

After his encounter with the City God, he went on to defuse heavenly lightning, send the City God off on his final journey, escape to confront the Prefectural City God and Li Miaoyan, discover himself as the Second Prison Warden of the Heavenly Wheel Sect, convert tens of thousands of vengeful ghosts, return to contemplate life, and have a conversation with Liu Zhengyuan.

Okay, because what happened today was too much.

In comparison, Zhang Liuyun's matter seems rather insignificant.

Then, Yin Yunze completely forgot about it.

"Well----"

However, Yin Yunze discovered...

Although Zhang Liuyun was locked in a dark room by Yin Yunze, and was deprived of food and water, she still had to endure her normal physiological cycle.

However, Zhang Liuyun's faith did not weaken; on the contrary, it increased.

Hmm, something dirty...

Seeing the pink Incense of Faith emanating from Zhang Liuyun, Yin Yunze suddenly felt a headache coming on.

Too lazy to say more, Yin Yunze waved his hand, and Zhang Liuyun Yin Yunze was directly expelled from the Dao Field.

This day in the dark room will serve as punishment for Zhang Liuyun.

"Your Majesty is truly..."

She muttered something under her breath, but Zhang Liuyun left the Qingnü Temple with a hint of joy on her face.

After making himself a bench as usual, Yin Yunze lay down on it this time.

Thinking about how busy he had been all day, Yin Yunze used seven of his tails as a bed, playing with the Tail of Frost and Snow and the Tail of Lightning.

After summoning the three Subordinate Deity besides Zhang Yufei, Yin Yunze suddenly felt that she seemed to have forgotten something.

However, just as he was pondering this, Guo Jing, the little fox spirit, and Sun Qin arrived at the Dao Field.

Even for Sun Qin, after gaining the strength of the Innate Realm, the journey here was many times faster than before.

"Greetings, Your Majesty!"

Upon seeing the three Subordinate Deity arrive, Yin Yunze put aside his thoughts for the moment.

It can be said that these individuals have shared life and death with the Subordinate Deity along the way.

Therefore, Yin Yunze didn't bother putting on airs in front of these three Subordinate Deity.

No need for formalities----

Still lazily playing with his tail, Yin Yunze first turned his gaze to Sun Qin: "Sun Qin, starting today, the supply of Fox Rice will be reopened. From today onwards, anyone who comes to Clear Creek Village seeking rice within three days can receive twenty catties of Fox Rice for free."

Although from the beginning, Yin Yunze never intended to actually take money from the people.

However, to avoid creating a situation where he supports lazy people, and also to leave himself some leeway, Yin Yunze always said that he would buy rice on credit.

But now, these twenty kilograms of rice are being given away for free, so naturally, the feeling is different.

"Yes!"

Although she didn't know exactly what had happened, Sun Qin breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that Yin Yunze had finally changed his mind.

After all, Sun Qin, who was in charge of this matter, had seen far too many people begging her for food in the past few days.

If Yin Yunze doesn't change his mind, Sun Qin will probably have to ask Yin Yunze to find someone else to handle this matter in a few days.

After thinking for a moment, Sun Qin asked again, "Lord Yi Yun, what about the county town?"

"Restore the original supply—" Looking at Sun Qin, Yin Yunze thought for a moment and decided to make some distinctions, "In the county town, the quota for each person will also be increased to twenty jin, but it will still be on credit."

"Understood!"

Upon hearing this, Sun Qin immediately nodded.

Turning his gaze away from Sun Qin, Yin Yunze glanced at Guo Jing and the little fox spirit, and said softly, "Actually, the most important thing I called you here for is that I've already spoken with the prefect of Anqing Prefecture. We'll be bestowing titles upon you tomorrow. Think about what divine names you'd like to be given—"

Upon hearing this news, Sun Qin was completely baffled, while Guo Jing remained noncommittal.

Only the little fox girl's ears immediately perked up, and her three large tails wagged excitedly. She stammered, "Mother, Your Majesty, what did you say? The Prefect... the Prefect wants to... wants to bestow official titles upon us?!"

Let alone a prefect being promoted to the rank of chief magistrate, even a county magistrate being promoted to the rank of chief magistrate is something the little fox girl dares not even imagine.

After all, as Subordinate Deity, they exist in dependence on Yin Yunze.

Everything, its rise and fall, all began with a single thought by Yin Yunze.

Don't let the fact that the little fox spirit is now in Anqing Prefecture fool you; she can act with impunity in front of almost any minor demon, evil spirit, or even the Land God, except for the Orthodox God.

However, if Yin Yunze ever becomes displeased with the little fox girl and withdraws his favor, the little fox girl will be banished back to being a little fox who can't even transform into human Transformation.

But once they are officially recognized, the situation will be different. These Subordinate Deity will then have the opportunity to break free from the control of Yin Yunze, the main god.

At that time, Yin Yunze could indeed reclaim all the favors she had bestowed, but the position of Orthodox God certified by the Dynastic Karmic Luck was something Yin Yunze was powerless to change.

In other words, once Subordinate Deity is officially recognized, if they have the ability, they can even separate themselves and build temples and erect statues.

Instead of simply following behind the main god and waiting for him to bestow some offerings upon them.

Therefore, there have even been instances where, due to their superior skills, some individuals, after being officially recognized Subordinate Deity, rose to power and turned against their masters, even bullying the original main gods.

So, under normal circumstances, let alone the main Divine Lord seeking opportunities for Subordinate Deity be officially recognized.

Even if one were to seek Subordinate Deity intervention or find someone to officially recognize one's authority, it would be an extremely difficult task.

After all, this act of setting up one's own business is sometimes tantamount to betrayal.

Now that Yin Yunze has actually brought up the matter of bestowing upon them the title of Orthodox God, the little fox girl is almost overwhelmed with happiness.

Thinking back to just a few months ago, I was nothing more than a helpless wild fox, at the mercy of others.

Now, even the position of Orthodox God is not readily available.

This dreamlike feeling made the little fox girl feel somewhat lightheaded.

Fortunately, having already experienced several such dreamlike leaps, this time, the little fox girl didn't bite her own hand again.

"Yes, tomorrow you will come with me to receive the official title bestowed by the Prefect."

After reiterating this point, Yin Yunze's gaze fell on Guo Jing.

Stopping his tail-flailing antics, Yin Yunze asked seriously, "Guo Jing, do you want to be an official?"