The wars of the Central Earth Dynasty were launched to seize these precious condiments and spices.

Although the Central Plains Dynasty always emphasizes virtue, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and trustworthiness, the desire for land and wealth has long been deeply rooted in their bones. Even the most crushed Great Song, in terms of territory, is broader than the Great Qin. The land that can be occupied is of course never easily let go.

Nowadays, under Xu Qing's guidance, whether for industrial expansion requiring raw materials and markets, or the vast resources needed for cultivation, it is enough to arouse the ruling class of the Great Yu Dynasty's strong desire for expansion.

Moreover, oppressing and exploiting nations around the world can further solidify the status of the Heavenly Dynasty.

After all, who doesn't want to live a life of leisure and comfort like a "lord"? Extravagance and indulgence are inherent to human nature and difficult to thoroughly eradicate. What Xu Qing can do is to guide based on human nature. The more he does in this aspect, the smoother the cultivation of the Heavenly Demon progresses.

He silently thought to himself, when he truly cultivates to the legendary level of the Three Pure Ones and Buddha, who can still call him a Heavenly Demon? Then, he will certainly be an upright "Immortal".

The greatest difference between Immortal and Demon actually lies in the power of speech and position.

After all, doesn't Heavenly Master Zhang refine demons into alchemy and still be revered as "Immortal"? For demons, isn't this method a deed of "Demon"?

After Xu Qing and Feng Wu thoroughly discussed many details, they began to pull Duke Wei into the fold.

Duke Wei still harbored some grievances against Xu Qing because of his son's matters.

However, when Xu Qing elaborated on the concept of the Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance, Duke Wei was momentarily unable to find a reason to refuse.

Under Xu Qing's persuasion, he muddlingly signed the agreement.

After Xu Qing left with the drafted agreement, Duke Wei awakened from his dream and couldn't help but heavily slap the hand he had just used to stamp, regretfully muttering to himself, "Why can't I control it!"

Afterward, Duke Wei called his trusted Yan Fu to start preparing funds and corresponding resources, ready to invest in the Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance. It must be said, people indeed need a career to support them.

Duke Wei, who had been somewhat pessimistic and slack about life, intending to let things rot, rekindled his fighting spirit upon learning about the Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance.

After all, the smoother the development of the great cultivation enterprise, the more likely he is to live longer.

Previously, Duke Wei was vexed by the rivalry between his legitimate and illegitimate sons, truly unable to bear seeing the fratricidal situation.

However, the Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance proposed by Xu Qing provided him with a superb opportunity for reconciliation.

As long as he lives long enough, the issue of the princely heir's rivalry would naturally resolve itself. After all, as long as he, Duke Wei, remains alive, no one can seize the Duke's position. His sons can fight all they want, but it's futile.

This is precisely an important transitional period for the Great Yu Dynasty. In the past, the heads of great families would pave the way for their descendants early on.

But nowadays, because of the series of measures taken by Xu Qing and the old Emperor, some family leaders see hope for longevity. They are full of expectations for the future, thus holding tighter to their power.

Better to live poorly than die well. Previously, they opposed Xu Qing and the old Emperor's reforms, but now they wholeheartedly hope they succeed and lead them to the path of longevity.

And to secure a share in the future Immortal Dynasty, the power must absolutely not be easily relinquished. For a time, many family heirs noticed that the family power they were gradually inheriting began to show signs of contraction, and their elders subtly started to guard against them.

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"Young Protector Xu, I need these..." Households Commander Zuo, upon seeing Xu Qing again, felt a myriad of emotions, greatly sensing the change in circumstances.

The young lad who once exuberantly flourished in Jiangning has now become the pillar of the Great Yu Dynasty, shaking the Southeast with his every move, impacting the world's situation.

He has truly become a significant figure capable of changing the lives of thousands.

Yet, Xu Qing's smile remains unchanged from years ago, still gentle and courteous, making people feel as if bathed in a spring breeze. He nodded earnestly, carefully instructing the steward to note down the needs of Households Commander Zuo one by one.

These are actually trivial matters, but Xu Qing's attitude is extraordinarily serious, without any breeze-through intentions.

Households Commander Zuo, seeing this, felt deeply touched.

"Brother Zuo, there's no need to be so constrained and polite with me. Xu Qing is still that Xu Qing, his deeds are merely to ensure that he and those around him live better."

In front of Households Commander Zuo, Xu Qing did not grandly speak of some distant aspirations, nor utter heroic words like "the rise and fall of the world is the responsibility of every man".

Although the rise and fall of the world indeed somewhat rely on his thoughts, if others claimed that the fate of the Great Yu Dynasty's two capitals and thirteen provinces lay on their shoulders, it would surely be boasting. Yet when Xu Qing says this, it's an indisputable fact.

"Young Protector Xu, just address my official position." Households Commander Zuo, facing Xu Qing's politeness, still strictly adhered to courtesy, not daring to overstep at all.

Xu Qing didn't dwell excessively on this issue, and proceeded to reveal his plans.

"Young Protector Xu plans to acquire demon blood and skins?" Households Commander Zuo was surprised upon hearing.

He currently retains his position in the Demon Hunting Bureau while maintaining the status of Internal Factory Thousand Households, but his power is much greater than before. And this position is hereditary, with high value.

"I've privately discussed this matter with Head Eunuch Chen. The Demon Hunting Bureau can't always capture living demons, some accidents will inevitably occur. Rest assured it won't interfere with the tasks assigned by Your Majesty." Xu Qing explained.

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