BSI Chapter 273 The Gentleman's Leisure and the Chess Game
Chapter 273 The Gentleman's Leisure and the Chess Game
In the courtyard, under the locust tree.
Lin Fan was lying in a rocking chair, holding a steaming cup of dried sea buckthorn, leisurely listening to Peking Opera playing on the radio.
"I was originally a carefree man from Wolonggang, relying on the principles of Yin and Yang to stabilize the world..."
The melodious singing, coupled with the crisp chirping of birds in the courtyard, created an exceptionally peaceful and pleasant atmosphere.
To him, any upheaval in Antarctica or global panic was nothing more than the wind and rain outside the window, unable to affect his leisurely life in this small courtyard.
Just now, he had already "watched" the "live broadcast" from Antarctica.
He was basically satisfied with Ares and Aiolia's performance.
Ares, that battle maniac, is still as reckless in fights as ever, but he's become a bit smarter than before. He even remembered to bring the beacon back as "trophy" instead of destroying it.
That can be considered a kind of progress.
As for Aiolia, he remains as steady and... cunning as ever.
Smooth out the sinkhole, then give the arriving American soldiers a "spiritual imprint" and a "surprise gift package".
Only someone as cold on the outside but warm on the inside as him could come up with something like this.
However, this is for the best.
That saves me the trouble of dealing with those messy issues.
Lin Fan took a sip of the dried sea buckthorn fruit to moisten his throat.
His divine sense was like an invisible network covering the entire globe, taking in the movements of all the "chess pieces".
He Yuzhu has returned to Beijing from Shennongjia.
At this moment, he did not come directly to the courtyard house, but found a place to settle down.
It seems this cook has learned his lesson.
He knew that the Chinese government had definitely deployed countless eyes to secretly watch him.
He would not easily reveal his relationship with the courtyard house without receiving clear instructions.
"You've made some progress."
Lin Fan silently gave He Yuzhu a thumbs up.
It seems that throwing him out into the wild and giving him some experience was quite effective.
At least, he's no longer the simple-minded, single-minded fool he used to be, only knowing how to stay by the stove.
On the other side, Zhang Sanfeng of Kunlun Mountain had also seen Li Zhenguo off.
At this moment, he is lecturing on his "Foundation Building Principles" to his more than 800 newly accepted disciples.
The old Taoist priest was quite adept at handling things. Taking advantage of the commotion in Antarctica, he skillfully manipulated the Chinese government, completely fooling them and binding the entire country to his cause.
This keen eye for assessing the situation and the ability to leverage external forces are truly worthy of someone who has lived for hundreds of years.
As for Fang Qingxue in Bermuda...
Lin Fan's divine sense was directed towards the crystal city that floated on the sea of spiritual energy.
At this moment, Fang Qingxue had completely changed.
She sat regally on the throne atop the Tower of Babel, her eyes closed, her entire being completely merged with the "Spark of Civilization."
Countless streams of data surged and flowed deep within her consciousness.
She was analyzing, absorbing, and deducing the vast amount of knowledge of the Atlantis civilization at an unimaginable speed.
Below her, the dozens of "players" who had passed the trial had already begun their "newbie quests".
"It seems that these pieces are all on the right track."
Lin Fan nodded in satisfaction.
The Divine Chef's Palace is in charge of all the world's finest ingredients and establishes order in the realm of food.
Kunlun Taoist Academy widely accepts disciples and inherits the lineage of the "Tao".
The Sky Dome Martial Alliance controls Atlantis and has established a system of "merit".
The Divine Court Guards act as enforcers, eliminating all "disharmony" factors.
Food, Tao, Practice, Method.
These four aspects, like four pillars, are building the most basic framework for his massive "Earth Online" plan.
Now, the framework is in place and the actors are ready.
Next, it's time to officially launch the server and welcome the "players" in.
Lin Fan's fingers tapped lightly on the armrest of the rocking chair.
He was thinking about a problem.
The Chinese government, through He Yuzhu and Zhang Sanfeng, repeatedly expressed its willingness to "cooperate" with us.
Should we give them face, or not?
From his own perspective, he didn't want to deal with any official forces.
trouble.
He just wanted to be quiet in his own courtyard, signing in, sleeping, drinking tea, and listening to opera.
Watching his few chess pieces outside, following the script he wrote, turning the world upside down, and occasionally stepping in to help them solve some minor troubles.
The feeling of being the mastermind behind the scenes and watching the show is actually quite nice.
However, from the perspective of the long-term development of the "Earth Online" project, a strong, stable, and fully cooperative "official channel" is essential.
After all, even though he is the "GM", he can't be expected to do all the dirty and tiring work himself, can he?
For example, promoting spiritual practice among all citizens, popularizing basic cultivation methods, selecting talented individuals, and maintaining basic social order...
These things all require a strong, secular government to cooperate in their implementation.
And China is undoubtedly the best, and the only, choice.
"Forget it, I'll just consider it as finding myself an 'official agent'."
Lin Fan sighed, and made a decision in his heart.
He can see Li Zhenguo.
but not now.
It wasn't in this way, where the other party came knocking on our door.
He wanted the other party to know that there would be a "price" to pay if they wanted to see him.
Moreover, the initiative in the meeting must be firmly in one's own hands.
He first needs to establish rules for these "agents".
Thinking of this, Lin Fan's consciousness stirred slightly.
An invisible command instantly transcended spatial distance, reaching the minds of He Yuzhu in a hotel in Beijing and Zhang Sanfeng in a Taoist temple on Kunlun Mountain.
……
Inside the presidential suite of a five-star hotel in Beijing.
He Yuzhu was sitting cross-legged on the bed, silently refining the internal energy essence he had "cooked" from that unfortunate Master Hans.
That energy, though complex, was abundant.
After being refined by the "Breath of Earth Cauldron" within his body, it has become the purest primordial energy, continuously nourishing his limbs and bones.
He felt that his cultivation was steadily progressing towards a completely new realm.
Just then, the gentleman's indifferent voice suddenly rang in his mind.
"The Divine Chef's Hall should be erected."
He Yuzhu's body jolted, and he suddenly opened his eyes!
The Lord's decree!
He immediately responded respectfully in his heart, "Please instruct me, sir!"
"Go tell the Chinese government." Lin Fan's voice was devoid of any emotion. "From this day forward, all rare and precious materials, spiritual roots and herbs, and exotic beasts in the world will be under the jurisdiction of my Divine Chef Palace."
"All spiritual objects in the world have their own grades. Common, good, superior, rare, top-grade, and celestial."
"The Divine Chef's Palace will soon issue the 'List of Spiritual Materials of the World,' which will determine the quality and price of all things in the world."
"Official Chinese authorities: If you wish to obtain the listed spiritual materials, or use them to refine pills and enhance your strength, you can bring your 'merit points' to the Divine Chef's Hall to exchange for them."
"What constitutes merit? Protecting the country, speaking out for the people, and vanquishing demons are all merits."
"This is the first rule of the Divine Chef's Hall."
He Yuzhu was completely dumbfounded after hearing this.
To determine the quality and price of the world's finest materials?
Are they going to issue a "List of the World's Most Talented People"?
Using the nation's "merits" to exchange for spiritual materials?
Sir, this is... this is trying to monopolize all the cultivation resources in the world by yourself!
This is an incredibly extravagant gesture!
This is practically a "god of wealth" for all cultivators!
"Disciple...disciple understands!" He Yuzhu suppressed his shock and responded excitedly.
He knew that when he conveyed his master's decree to the Chinese government, the entire country, and even the world, would go crazy!
And he, He Yuzhu, as the master of the "Divine Chef's Hall", will rise to the top and become one of the most powerful people in the world!
……
Kunlun Mountain, a quiet room in a Taoist temple.
Zhang Sanfeng also received the decree from Lin Fan.
The content is largely the same.
"Kunlun Taoist Academy should be the foremost Taoist school in the world, establishing the rules of the 'Tao'."
"All cultivation methods in the world are also ranked. There are inferior, third-rate, second-rate, first-rate, supreme techniques, and supernatural powers."
"Kunlun Taoist Academy will open the 'Transmission Pavilion' to collect all the martial arts techniques in the world, discard the dross and retain the essence, and classify their quality."
"The Chinese government may select elites to enter our Kunlun to cultivate the righteous path. However, they must exchange 'merits' for cultivation techniques of the corresponding grade."
"This is the first rule of Kunlun Academy."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Sanfeng's hand, which was stroking his long beard, trembled slightly.
He instantly understood the profound meaning behind the gentleman's words.
The Divine Kitchen Hall is in charge of "wealth".
Kunlun Taoist Temple is in charge of "laws".
Wealth and Dharma are the foundation for practitioners to establish themselves and live a fulfilling life.
Sir, you're trying to firmly grasp the "lifeline" of all cultivators in your own hands!
The Sky Dome Martial Alliance, on the other hand, is in charge of "comrades," which are like-minded people and comrades-in-arms.
The Divine Court Guards are in charge of "the land," which means clearing the territory and maintaining order.
Wealth, law, companion, and land!
The master had already laid out the four essentials of cultivation without anyone noticing!
What a far-sighted plan this is!
What a terrifying amount of work!
"Your abilities are truly as deep and unfathomable as the ocean..."
"This humble Taoist priest is far from being able to save even a fraction of a cent!"
Zhang Sanfeng stood up, faced east, and bowed deeply in the direction of the courtyard house.
He bowed deeply, completely convinced and utterly convinced.
He knew that a massive storm concerning "resources" and "cultivation techniques" that would sweep the globe was about to officially begin under his impetus.
He was honored to be one of the main actors in this grand drama.