Chapter 76.1
The Great Xue Kingdom, not far from the Xia Kingdom.
Although it is among the ranks of the great kingdoms, it is at the forefront of these great kingdoms, much stronger than Lin Beifans Xia Kingdom.
The territory covers 3 million square kilometers, more than 9 times the size of the Xia Kingdom!
It has a population of 22 million, more than 4 times that of the Xia Kingdom!
The military strength is 3 million, more than five times that of the Xia Kingdom!
They also have more than 15 Innate masters, more than five times that of the Xia Kingdom!
Among them, the ruler of the Great Xue Kingdom is also an Innate master and has even reached the peak of the Imperial Qi level, just one step away from becoming a Grandmaster!
As for Domestic Resources, Lin Beifan doesnt have specific data.
But he has thought about it quite a bit. Otherwise, they wouldnt be able to sustain such a large population and army.
It can be said that such a countrys comprehensive national power is not much different from that of a dynasty.
Its just that they havent changed their national title, thats all.
Lin Beifan was utterly speechless, You actually want me to help you overthrow the Great Xue Kingdom and kill their ruler? You really think too highly of me! Sending me to confront them is like throwing an egg against a rock, completely overestimating my abilities and underestimating their abilites!
Bai Zhu felt somewhat embarrassed but still said coldly, With the current strength of your nation, it is indeed impossible to contend with the Great Xue Kingdom, but the future may be different!
Oh? Why do you say that? Im all ears! Lin Beifan raised an eyebrow, his interest piqued.
I have observed your nation! Half a year ago, it was just a small kingdom, with a territory of merely 300,000 square kilometers, a population just reaching 3 million, an army of 300,000, a withering economy, and national power so weak that the threat of extinction loomed over it!
But half a year later, a dramatic transformation has taken place!
Although the territory remains at 300,000 square kilometers, it will surely expand its borders before long! The population has already surged past 5 million, nearly doubling, and moreover, the people live in peace and prosperity, with abundant resources!
Military Strength has already reached 600,000. In battles against neighboring countries, they have always emerged completely victorious, striking awe in all directions!
Nowadays, the power of Xia Kingdom has significantly improved, reaching the level of a great kingdom!
With your rate of development, it is not impossible that you could establish a dynasty in the future! Possessing the strength of a dynasty, wouldnt it be much easier to deal with the Xue Kingdom?
Lin Beifan clapped his hands and exclaimed, Well said! Ill take your auspicious words to heart, and I hope that one day my Xia Kingdom can indeed become a dynasty!
Additionally, theres another thing
Bai Zhu glanced at Lin Beifan and said, When you faced the allied forces of three countries, I was nearby! That day, I saw skies filled with Sword Qi flying across the heavens, and then it struck down 5 Innate experts from the allied forces, an extremely terrifying sight!
It is said that the person was a friend you invited! Your friends strength must have already reached the level of Imperial Qi, right? With his power, he is certainly capable of contending with the ruler of the great Xue Kingdom!
Lin Beifan couldnt help but let out a wry laugh; his only intervention had unexpectedly drawn the other party to him.
Youre right, my friend is very powerful, having reached the Imperial Qi level! My country has great potential, and theres a chance to establish a dynasty in the future!
Then, Lin Beifans tone shifted: But why should I help you? Youre just a little Innate. To offend a power comparable to a dynasty, the great Xue Kingdom, for the sake of a little Innate like you do you think its worth it?
Bai Zhus eyelids drooped, her eyes dimmed: Indeed, its not worth it. I just came to try my luck! Since you disagree, lets forget about this matter!
With that, she walked towards the door, her demeanor downcast.
Wait! Lin Beifan called out.
Do you have anything else? Bai Zhu stopped and asked without turning her head.
I agree to your terms! Lin Beifan called out.
What? Bai Zhu turned around, her eyes filled with disbelief.
Liu Eunuch, who was standing by the side, had the same look in his eyes.
Then, Bai Zhu hurried over to Lin Beifan in a few quick steps and said somewhat excitedly, You mean, you agree? You agree to help me deal with the Great Xue Kingdom, to slay the ruler of the Great Xue Kingdom?
Lin Beifan nodded with a smile: Thats right, I agreed!
Bai Zhu found it even harder to believe and asked, Why agree? This is clearly a fools errand, like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, like throwing eggs against rocks! Any wise Emperor would never agree
Youre right! But I am a foolish emperor, how can I be judged by common sense? Lin Beifan said with a laugh.
Bai Zhu was stunned!
What the other person said
It seemed to make some sense!
Only a foolish emperor would do such a thing!
And the other person happened to be a well-known, universally despised foolish emperor!
Receiving it so easily as if a pie had fallen from the sky, Bai Zhu still couldnt quite believe it. After a moment of silence, she asked, Besides my loyalty, what else do you want?
What do you think I could possibly need? Lin Beifan spread his hands. He smiles as if he owned the world.
Suddenly, Bai Zhu remembered the rumors about Lin Beifan, how he favored beauty over the realm, and she had an epiphany. Her gaze towards Lin Beifan changed.
After feeling anxious for a long time, she made up her mind, her eyes resolute as she said, Fine! As long as you annihilate the Great Xue Kingdom for me and slay the ruler of the Great Xue Kingdom, you can ask me to do anything! Including my chastity, I can give it to you!
Lin Beifan:
Lin Beifan lowered his head, feeling that he had been misunderstood.
But then he thought about his own character design, and it seemed that there was no misunderstanding; it was perfectly normal for her to think this way.
But we must set some ground rules!
Bai Zhu spoke up, Only if the Great Xue Kingdom is annihilated and its ruler slain will I give myself to you! Before that, I will serve you for five years! If you cannot show me any hope of vengeance within these five years, then I will leave of my own accord!
Lin Beifan frowned, Five years?
Bai Zhu quickly explained, Actually, it could be extended by a few more years. As long as theres hope for revenge, I can wait!
Lin Beifan shook his head, No, its just that five years seems too long, it wont take that much time!
Bai Zhu: Huh???
She was utterly stunned by Lin Beifans words!
Five years is too long?
In five years, its already a miracle if you managed to develop Xia Kingdom to a level comparable to the great Xue Kingdom!
But for Lin Beifan, five years was indeed too long!
With the Empire Sandbox, it took him only half a year to develop a small kingdom into a great kingdom, elevating his own strength to the Imperial Qi level.
As the Empire Sandbox upgraded, unlocking more features, wouldnt that speed be even faster?
Could his strength possibly grow any slower?
By that time, wouldnt it be easy to destroy a nation or kill a person?
The pressing matter at hand is to recruit Innates and upgrade the sandbox as soon as possible.
Good! Since both parties have no objections, lets make it official now! Lin Beifan said with a smile, extending his right hand.
Bai Zhu was somewhat confused, not knowing what this gesture meant.
Was it a handshake?
But then again, men and women should not touch hands
In that moment of hesitation, Eunuch Liu called out, Your Majesty, I have something to say!
With that, he pulled Lin Beifan aside into a corner.
Your Majesty, its not that this servant wishes to boost the morale of others while diminishing our own prestige, but our nation is small and our people are weak. We truly cannot afford to provoke the great Xue Kingdom! Moreover, to provoke a formidable enemy over a single woman is truly not worth it! Please reconsider, Your Majesty!
Lin Beifan calmly replied, Eunuch Liu, rest assured, I am well aware of the situation, and there will be no problems!
Eunuch Liu was extremely anxious. How could this be considered being well aware?
It was completely without any sense of urgency!
Your Majesty, this persons background is unknown, and she may pose a threat to you. We should investigate thoroughly before making a decision!
Lin Beifan remained calm: No worries, if she wanted to kill me, she would have done it already. Why go through all this trouble?
Your Majesty, a beauty can be a source of trouble! Eunuch Liu became even more anxious.
I am a foolish emperor who happens to fancy beautiful women. As for whether shes a source of trouble, well talk about that later! Alright, Eunuch Liu, I know youre loyal, but shes not a problem for me!
Lin Beifan said this and walked back, stretching out a hand and declaring, Its a deal!
Bai Zhu hesitated before extending her hand: Its a deal!
Their hands clasped, and Bai Zhu quickly withdrew hers, a hint of unnatural red coloring her cheeks, making her even more stunningly beautiful.
However, it was obscured by a veil, making it impossible for Lin Beifan to see.
Alright, now that we are on the same side, we can have an open and honest conversation! Lin Beifan once again invited Bai Zhu to sit down.
Bai Zhu did not refuse but still did not drink any water.
What questions do you have? Ask away!
Lin Beifan got straight to the point: What abilities do you have, and what can you do for me?
Since childhood, I have practiced martial arts, and my current strength is at the peak of the Innate True Qi level! Later, I also learned the art of stealth and assassination in order to seek revenge! So, I can help you kill people! Bai Zhu said coldly.
Thats a useful ability!
Lin Beifan nodded: Then why do you want to destroy the Great Xue Kingdom and kill the ruler of the Great Xue Kingdom?
Of course its to seek revenge! Bai Zhus eyes were bloodshot and filled with a murderous aura.
As for the specifics of the grudge and resentment, she didnt elaborate, and Lin Beifan tactfully didnt ask.
After a brief exchange, Lin Beifan gained a deeper understanding of her.
She possessed an exceptional talent for martial arts and had taken a certain master as her teacher in her early years. Later, to seek revenge, she devoted all her energy to the art of stealth and assassination, and she excelled at it.
Beyond that, there wasnt much to know.
But for Lin Beifan, that was enough.
Currently, there are no tasks at hand, so for now, just stay hidden by my side and protect me thoroughly! When I have a task for you, I will assign it to you then!
Understood! Bai Zhu nodded without hesitation.
With this, Lin Beifan had already recruited two Innates but was still one short.
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