Yue Hongling couldn't help but ask, "Do Sects outside of society also care about the distinctions between barbarians and Han Chinese?"

Li Shentong shook his head, "People are not born from stones. Before Yuxu left his family, he had one too. Guess what happened to his family?"

So that's how it is... Yue Hongling nodded her head and said no more.

Li Shentong continued, "Moreover, the Northern Hu are confident in Longevity Heaven, and there are also conflicts in Sect matters. If you say you have renounced the world, past grudges could vanish like smoke; however, reconciling this matter is not possible. But on the other hand, they could cooperate in this aspect, at least the Tao Venerable would think cooperation is possible, as long as Great Han is pushed aside first. The faith in Longevity Heaven cannot compete with Taoist Sects in Divine Continent, he has such confidence."

Zhao Changhe slightly nodded, "Yes, the thoughts of God Demons are different from humans. Yuxu is ultimately a person, but the perspective of Tao Venerable might not be..."

Li Shentong said, "That is to say, once Tao Venerable pressures Yuxu to let go of personal vendettas, their cooperation could easily be established. Right now it's completely Yuxu's attitude resisting it. If you genuinely think Kunlun does not get involved in power struggles and is fiercely fighting with Northern Hu, you'll realize what being caught off guard means when Tao Venerable strikes from behind."

Zhao Changhe gently tapped on the tabletop, pondered for a long time, and spoke softly, "Thank you, Sect Master Li... In that case, I do need to meet with Senior Yuxu first."

Li Shentong suddenly laughed, "Do you dare to go to Kunlun? If Tao Venerable sees you enter the area, he might kill you without a second word, and apart from Tao Venerable, you also know that Kunlun is very chaotic, and other forces there are not well disposed towards you. For you, that place is nothing short of a Dragon Pond and Tiger Cave."

"I indeed do not dare to go to Kunlun... It's not the right time." Zhao Changhe frankly said, "But I dare to go to Chang'an."

Li Shentong paused, and Zhao Changhe continued, "Behind Senior Yuxu, there are many chaotic matters, some people are targeting them in secret... he will want to know that, this is my basis for talking with him. Sect Master Li, since you have a close relationship with Senior Yuxu, could you help me pass a message? We all meet in Chang'an."

Li Shentong turned serious, "Someone is targeting Yuxu?"

Zhao Changhe responded, "Not necessarily targeting him, but it's definitely not to his benefit. I know I can't simply use moral justice to persuade Senior Yuxu under the pressure from the Tao Venerable, but since it involves his own life-and-death situation, it is certainly something we can discuss."

Li Shentong suddenly laughed, "So you know how to use moral justice to persuade me?"

Zhao Changhe said, "I have not presented any grand principle to Sect Master Li, it's just that you have a sense of righteousness, so my words resonate deeply with you."

Li Shentong nodded, "The things you are talking about, have you ever considered they might be nothing but illusions?"

"Which part?"

"For example, dividing the land into fields, doing so is a bit bothersome but not too difficult. Yet once trading begins, over time, it will still lead to consolidation. And if land trade is forbidden, wouldn't that be too out of the ordinary, existing only in an ideal state?"

Zhao Changhe nodded, "Indeed. But it can be delayed."

Li Shentong stared into his eyes, "Looking at your attitude, have you been thinking about these issues internally, just unwilling to speak out?"

Zhao Changhe said, "It's not about being unwilling to speak. I indeed have many thoughts, but I also need to do more research. I don't even know the current yield per acre. With such limited observation and information, glossing over this in haste and speaking passionately would be irresponsible. In the current situation, everyone lacks the time and energy for that, so delaying is not a bad approach."

Li Shentong showed a hint of a smile, "Good. You have not boasted excessively."

Zhao Changhe earnestly said, "These are crucial matters for national welfare, any exaggeration could lead to disastrous consequences. I can only suggest some directions for thought, but more detailed matters need long-term research. If Sect Master Li is interested, we could ponder over this together."

Li Shentong said, "This education you propose, where everyone has the opportunity to practice and read, is it also just a so-called direction, or perhaps just a wish? I thought deeply about it at night, it actually can't be achieved..."

"If Sect Master Li personally supports this strongly, then it can't be achieved mainly because paper and printing can't keep up, right?" Zhao Changhe said, "But as long as we know where the deficiency lies, we can work towards solving it... not everyone in the world practices martial arts. I've seen the technology for sea ships is already strong. If we could gather relevant craftsmen, propose ideas, it will eventually be solved. Hmm... this matter should be dealt with in the capital first, it would be more appropriate, and if Sect Master Li is interested, Ba Shu could be the first place to promote this."

Just Zhao Changhe's first statement changed Li Shentong's expression. His nightly thoughts about it not being feasible were just feelings of impossibility. What exactly made it impossible, he hadn't figured out, but Zhao Changhe pinpointed it immediately. This clearly showed Zhao Changhe wasn't just making empty promises, he had long held a comprehensive set of ideas.

As for whether it could be achieved, it actually wasn't that important anymore.

He remained silent for a long time, finally stood up tall and said, "Yuxu is currently at Chang'an Tower. You don't need me to send a message, just go yourself. As for me, I won't go with you. If you die in Chang'an, let us never mention this again."

Situ Xiao couldn't resist saying, "Master..."

Li Shentong glared at him, then told Zhao Changhe, "Currently, there are two things I need King Zhao's help with. Finish those, then go. First, root out the Sword Slave from Listening Snow Tower; second, please arrange for the original members of the Demon Suppression Department, this sect has use for them."

These words were spoken rather rudely, as if Zhao Changhe should naturally be helping him, but Zhao Changhe responded with a hearty laugh, "Yes, let's do it now."

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