"Good question," Nangong Lingyun said, placing his teacup down, the corner of his mouth slightly raised.
Today's events had been prepared for a long time. Since he dared to bring it up so openly, he naturally had the means to control these people and wasn't afraid of them not complying.
What he possessed was not just invincible martial power.
Nangong Lingyun straightened up, speaking clearly and precisely:
"As everyone knows, the Kaiyuan Sect controls many special resources,
such as divine medicines, spiritual medicines, Spirit Bones, Soul Spirits, martial arts manuals, self-created combat skills, god-bestowed spirit rings, transcendent spirit rings, a large amount of profound Spirit theory knowledge, exclusive development paths for special Spirits, and even Divinity assessment opportunities, and so on.
These things were previously only available to core disciples of the Kaiyuan Sect.
Everyone should already be aware of the achievements of those who have benefited.
And from the moment the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom was established and I became the Empire's Grand Emperor, the Kaiyuan Sect also automatically transformed into a nation-protecting Sect, and its resources were simultaneously opened to meritorious subjects under its rule.
This new organization that is about to be established, although relaxed and without strict rules and regulations, is also under the jurisdiction of the Empire.
The imperial court will issue some affairs beyond its capacity as free missions in the form of points or other resource rewards, allowing members to take them at will.
Completing them will earn merit, and according to the amount accumulated, they can be exchanged for the above items with clearly marked prices.
For example, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, affected by Spirit degradation, can only Cultivate to Spirit Saint at most.
This problem can be solved with just ten million merits in the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom."
As soon as these words came out, the people who had been calm and collected just now were obviously unable to sit still.
Some people began to waver, after all, the strangeness of the Kaiyuan Sect's items had already spread throughout the Spirit Master's world, and everyone had been coveting them for more than a day or two.
Especially the god-bestowed spirit ring and Divinity assessment location, which the Shura God King had just promised in front of everyone.
Some people, such as Emperor Xue Ye, Dai Tianli, and Tang Chen, felt that something major was about to go wrong.
Compared with the newly established Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, other forces were already at a complete disadvantage in terms of both high-end combat power and mid-level strength.
If the major Sects were to be won over, the consequences would be disastrous.
And it wasn't just these aristocratic allies; who could guarantee that the small and medium-sized aristocratic Spirit Masters under their command would not have any thoughts about the Kaiyuan Sect's resources?
Once they refused the other party, the naked truth would be presented before them: disintegration.
Just as several people were anxiously thinking, Ning Fengzhi had already made up his mind and turned to look at the Sword and Bone Douluo.
After not seeing any opposition in their eyes, he immediately stood up with a brilliant smile on his face.
"Your Majesty, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has always been friendly with the Kaiyuan Sect, and the Ning family has many connections with Your Majesty.
My daughter was among the Upper Three Sects disciples who joined your esteemed academy's battle team and training camp the earliest, even before the news of the divine medicine was revealed.
Regarding many of the Celestial Empire's policies,
I actually empathize with them, but as a support system, I am really unable to do what is needed, so I can only be forced to feign compliance with those decaying nobles.
Today, Your Majesty, with the heart of saving Tianxia, vows to fight for a future for the people and the World. Fengzhi admires your grace and will naturally follow you.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile has drifted for half a lifetime, only regretting not meeting a wise ruler. If Your Majesty does not abandon me, I am willing to become your subject."
As Ning Fengzhi spoke, he bowed deeply.
Several people next to him suddenly widened their eyes, as if they had been hit by something extremely huge.
Emperor Xue Ye's face was even as black as the bottom of a pot.
He was the Heaven Dou Empire's Imperial Preceptor and the Crown Prince's Teacher.
Nangong Lingyun only asked them to join a loose organization, but the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School actually surrendered and recognized him as their master? The words 'become your subject' were not to be said casually.
He was even afraid that he wasn't kneeling thoroughly enough, and took the initiative to cut ties with other people. This…
Damn it, is the Sect Master of the dignified Upper Three Sects really not wanting even a shred of face?
Faced with everyone's surprised gazes, Ning Fengzhi's expression remained as gentle as a spring breeze, without being affected in the slightest.
Loyalty is not absolutely equal to absolute disloyalty. If there is room for surrender and standing in line, how can the other party be completely trusted?
Moreover, the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom has Nangong Lingyun and Heavenly Blade Douluo for high-end combat power, firearms armies for mid-level armaments, many geniuses in the training camp for future potential, and the common people at the bottom completely support it.
Now that this open plot has come out, even the main force of Spirit Masters will be won over.
With a guaranteed victory, there is not even the slightest possibility of losing. What's wrong with sliding and kneeling? It would be a problem with the brain if you don't slide and kneel.
As for those policies that suppress nobles and protect civilians,
the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School doesn't actually care about this.
A Sect dominated by support system Spirits likes and craves civilian geniuses the most. The more no background they have, the more they will be their own people once they are Cultivated.
Compared to other forces, their reputation is much better.
Nangong Lingyun was not surprised by Ning Fengzhi's reaction. Simply replenishing the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda was something he could not refuse.
However, he was quite satisfied that the other party was so decisive and directly stated that he would join the Empire instead of just participating in that loose organization.
A sedan chair is carried by everyone, and Nangong Lingyun also gave Ning Fengzhi considerable courtesy on the spot.
"I have heard about the actions of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School before. In an era when nobles are generally corrupt, it is not easy to be able to maintain a trace of conscience.
Now you have led your Sect to surrender, which can be regarded as a model for everyone.
Ning Fengzhi is granted the title of Earl Wenyuan, ranked fourteenth in the peerage, and temporarily awarded the title of Second-Rank Grand Minister, Minister of Works, specializing in building the new imperial capital.
Chen Xin is granted the title of Earl Chengxin, and Gu Rong is granted the title of Earl Zhengxin, also ranked fourteenth, and awarded the rank of Third-Rank Guardian General, responsible for guarding the imperial capital and protecting the Ministry of Works.
The other members of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will also be granted positions by Earl Wenyuan and Grand Minister of Works after consultation."
"Your subject obeys the decree and will definitely build an unprecedented majestic capital for Your Majesty."
Ning Fengzhi instantly understood the deep meaning of Nangong Lingyun's arrangement.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is richer than a country, and the number of Spirit Masters is second only to Spirit Hall. The construction of the imperial capital will inevitably cost a lot and require a large number of Spirit Masters to assist. Isn't this a coincidence?
But he was happy to do so. Faced with the hope of breaking through Title Douluo and extending his life by two hundred years, how much wealth is external? You can't bring it with you when you are born, and you can't take it with you when you die. What's the use of it?
It must be built fiercely, the bigger, the more magnificent, and the more splendid, the better.
After Ning Fengzhi surrendered, there was almost no suspense about the remaining matters. The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the Great Spirit Arena family alliance, and the Great Auction House family alliance all expressed their intention to join.
The Two Great Empires and the Clear Sky Sect and Spirit Hall used the excuse of needing to go home to discuss before making a final decision.
After these people left, the meeting continued.
In the next half hour, the name of the newly established Spirit Master organization was established as the Spirit Master Guild. The guild established a joint committee of all Titled Douluo as the highest authority, and elected Gold Crocodile Douluo as the chief person in charge of the first session.
The following departments are set up: the Supervision and Disciplinary Department, the Finance and Audit Department, both of which are staffed by imperial personnel, the Secretariat, which is responsible to the Title Douluo alliance, the Mission Department, which is responsible for issuing and fulfilling rewards, and the Organization Department, which is responsible for other daily affairs.
There are also several branches and several temporary organizations set up for special matters, such as the Special Committee for Supporting the Construction of the Imperial Capital, etc.