Chapter 361: Di Jiang's Three Strategies, Debuting in Female Attire

Gonggong, an ancestral witch, is a ruthless deity.

If he doesn't act, then that's it.

Once he acts, it can be called earth-shattering.

He had just left the side of the human clan's Yun Xiao.

He then went straight to Houtu's presence, began to improvise, and started recounting his 'astonishing discovery,' indicating that the great sage and great virtuous, the gentle and kind goddess—Nüwa—who is full of wicked schemes, extremely scheming, relying on her birth to bully her younger sister, is a good-for-nothing elder brother, suspected of major mischief.

Of course.

Since we're telling a story.

He considered using an appropriate Spring and Autumn annals style—it was still necessary.

Why would he, a Wu Clan ancestral witch, go see the Human Clan's sage?

Naturally, it's not appropriate to bluntly say that the Dragon Clan wants to plant deeper into the Human Clan's foundation, so that when future victory fruits come, they can take a larger share.

Even if he doesn't say it, the Dragon Clan's intentions are known to all ancestral witches, each as clear as a mirror.

But this isn't the time for a grand unification of fronts and strength, is it?

If we don't pierce the window paper, we're just good comrades.

But the Dragon Clan also needs to know when to advance or retreat—don't stimulate teammates' nerves. Acting is fine; speaking of it, better not.

Getting the advantage and still acting innocent?

He bluntly says he wants to play 'everyone like a dragon'?

Gonggong thought.

Even if he now succeeds in snitching.

One day, when Nüwa tears off the roof, before improvising a performance of beating Fuxi and taking charge, he will first point his spear at the Dragon Clan.

Therefore.

In Gonggong's story, the plot design differs slightly from the original version.

A secret deal?

Doesn't exist.

The one who actively proposed creating auspicious signs could not be Gonggong, but Yun Xiao!

Wait.

"From this, we can see," Gonggong said solemnly, "the one behind Yun Xiao is not behaving properly!"

His tone heavy: "He is too transcendent; we cannot but pay attention."

"Let's not talk about personal ability for now."

"Just his identity—facing Nüwa, he can easily seize the moral high ground."

"Brother-sister distinction, age order!"

Gonggong brings up the sore spot, slightly provoking Houtu, the ancestral witch's nerves.

Then Houtu's expression instantly turned grave, her pretty face tensed, as if facing a great enemy.

Meanwhile, on the other side.

Di Jiang, however, was fine, old and composed, seeming not to care much about this.

But his eyes gradually narrowed, as if hiding and gathering something.

However, Gonggong didn't pay special attention to Di Jiang.

After all, this spatial ancestral witch certainly shows remarkable skill in tactics, able to devise strategies and look far ahead, but his strength is somewhat weak compared to others, and he isn't particularly keen on forming factions, showing little interest in the final victory's fruits.

He is a thoughtful, capable teammate, perfect without worrying about causing conflict.

——Of course, this is merely Gonggong's personal opinion.

Actually, how is it really… who could know?

"Among the human clan, Nüwa is greatly revered."

Gonggong was still fabricating his story, talking nonsense: "This is good, but it could also turn bad."

"If Fuxi comes out, relying on his identity, he can easily take advantage of Nüwa for free, bewitching and influencing the human clan."

"As the saying goes, there cannot be two suns in heaven, nor two masters among the people."

"If Fuxi is willing to humble himself and not oppose Nüwa's views, that would be fine."

"If conflict arises… whom will the human clan listen to?"

"At that time, if our Wu Clan tries to command the human clan… it would likely add complications and create more obstacles."

Gonggong pondered exaggerating Fuxi's threat, causing Houtu to pace back and forth, her brows furrowing ever tighter, worrying about family and world affairs.

From time to time, she would lift her head toward the direction of Phoenix Rest Mountain, as if through layers of spacetime seeing that figure leisurely playing the zither.

"You, what exactly do you want to do?"

Houtu's mind turned over countless thoughts, pondering nonstop.

She was somewhat worried.

But soon she sorted out her thoughts clearly, let go of her worries, steadied her mindset, and even gained some fighting spirit.

"This life is truly full of surprises."

"It always gives me little surprises."

"But I, this seat, have grand ambitions, wanting to sweep this era, beat heaven and earth, and make all Great Luo bow and obey."

"Hongjun, I am ready to tear him apart with my hands."

"What if another Fuxi comes?"

Houtu, Nüwa—she is supremely confident.

Houtu, Nüwa—she is supremely confident.

From the moment she set foot on this path, the mental preparation of being against the whole world was already done……What about her brother?

Anyone who dares to stand in her way will get a fist smack!

Moreover.

Why does she take this path?

One very important reason is to give her brother a good thrashing, so that no longer will people rely on seniority to act high and mighty before her eyes!!!

'I!'

'But I want to be the older sister!'

'Let Fuxi take advantage of me for so many years, having me pour tea and water, work overtime, put on airs as an elder brother……One day I will repay it in full!'

Houtu's eyes narrowed.

It is interesting.

At one moment, her expression and that of Di Jiang Zu Wu not far away bore an indescribable resemblance.

Unfortunately, that resemblance flashed and was gone.

As Houtu's thoughts shifted, she spoke, asking the Gonggong Ancestral Witch for a plan, but it vanished without a trace.

"The Gonggong General's warning was very timely, allowing us to become aware of this hidden danger." Houtu sighed feelingly, "I just don't know if there is a good plan to relieve my worries?"

"A good plan..." Gonggong pondered, as if seriously thinking.

However, just then, Di Jiang, who had been keeping a low profile nearby, spoke up.

His half-closed eyes opened again, his expression bright and sunny, calm and composed.

He had myriad good plans at his fingertips, producing brilliance effortlessly.

"Houtu, don't worry, this matter is extremely simple!"

Di Jiang chuckled, "I have three strategies, all capable of dealing with those who rebel against superiors!"

"The three strategies can be used alone or in combination for even better effect."

"Oh?" Houtu became interested, "Please tell us quickly!"

"The first strategy is a lower one, naturally it directly addresses the symptoms!" Di Jiang glanced at Gonggong, his gaze full of meaning, "Didn't Gonggong General say that?"

"The cause is suspected to be Yun Xiao abusing power, making decisions arbitrarily, adding drama artificially, wanting the dragon clan to create auspicious signs?"

"So we just snapped that auspicious sign……Isn't that easy?"

Houtu listened, nodding repeatedly, "Makes sense! Makes sense!"

"If the auspicious sign can't be made, what about the next step?"

"Gonggong..." she looked at Gonggong, pondering, "This method, I think it's not bad?"

Gonggong's heart felt a moment of chaos, feeling like he had lifted a rock only to drop it on his own foot.

But he also had quick wit.

"Well, this is indeed a makeshift method." He first nodded, agreeing with the words, then showed a hesitant look, "However, the related cooperation performance intention letter has already been signed and sent to the dragon clan..."

"Retrieving it is not impossible, but this would be a breach of contract……The loss to the human race's image and reputation..."

Houtu listened, her brows furrowing again.

Gonggong looked—

Hmm, there's hope.

Thus, he again employed his three-inch tongue that never rots, "Besides, didn't Di Jiang say—he has three strategies?"

"This strategy only treats the symptoms, not the root……We might as well hear how the other two strategies are."

He threw the pot back to Di Jiang again.

Di Jiang wasn't gloomy or worried; instead, he laughed and took it.

"The other two strategies take effect less quickly than this first one……But they have an advantage: they can eliminate the root of disaster."

"My second strategy can be considered a middle one, to a certain extent treating the root." He spoke slowly, "Fuxi is causing trouble, ordering the dragon clan to create auspicious signs at the alliance, shouting that Fuxi will rise, possibly even staging a divine manifestation on the spot……"

"We don't know whether he is truly trying to help his sister or has ulterior motives——unless we press him personally, no one knows the real answer."

"If it's sincere, that's fine."

"If he has ulterior motives, then it will always be a hidden danger……Even if we can snuff out this auspicious performance this time, won't he just stir up something else next time?"

"There's logic in being a thief for a thousand days, but not in guarding against a thief for a thousand days."

"Better than letting Xihuang hide in the dark, where no one knows when he'll cause a big scandal……It's better to expose him in the open, so we can monitor and manage him."

"You mean——let him build momentum?" Houtu was somewhat stunned.

"Yes." Di Jiang nodded with a smile, "Of course, building momentum is building momentum……but it must be under our control."

"Will Fuxi rise?"

"Yes!"

"But whether he will rise or not……the howling of the divine dragon in the act doesn't count."

"It must be our kind, pure, gentle and virtuous Nüwa who personally nods and approves; the Saint, with moral words, expresses agreement……Under the gaze of countless peoples, we define the master-servant distinction, who is the boss, who is the worker."

"With this rule, Fuxi can rise for a while."

Di Jiang said leisurely, giving such an idea.

"Whether Fuxi rises or not, it needs Nüwa's approval."

"Even if he is the elder brother of the Nüwa Emperor, he must still obey the rule!"

"Moreover, with the rule."

"In the future, it will also be easy to handle."

"If Nüwa says he will rise, then he will rise."

"Saying it's time to change the person, the new human king shall rise."

Then it's time to replace the person; the new king will take the throne.

Just right.

Houtu, you don't have a loyal and devoted confidant you want to raise to power, to act as the temporary leader of humanity during difficult times, do you?

Di Jiang's expression was strangely odd: "When the time comes, we'll create some momentum, imitating this Fuxi 'story', and likewise put on a show... then the clanspeople will more easily accept it."

There is one.

With two, it becomes very easy.

Also. Houtu rubbed chin, lively eyes blinking, not knowing what script they had figured out.

However, she also did not make a decision immediately, still wanting to hear Di Jiang's third plan.

Then, what about the third plan?

The third plan is the supreme plan. Di Jiang's expression turned solemn: "It is the true fundamental solution."

My second plan can indeed resolve the hidden danger caused by Fuxi this time, but the premise is that I require the Wu Clan to have the capability for strong intervention.

What if, one day, the Wu Clan is unable to attend to them?

It's easy for ambitious individuals to cause auspicious omens to arise among humanity... then who knows how many will be kings? How many will be emperors?

Even if we design a complete set of rules and procedures.

Again, Nüwa approves, and the Saint concurs.

But... I don't trust the character of our good comrades, yet I deeply admire their ability to falsify and their spirit.

Even the Xuanhuang merit, someone dares to falsify.

Forge Nüwa's handwriting, have the Saint appear, invite a few Daluo actors who look alike, or simply put on makeup, take the stage to perform, deceiving those of humanity lacking insight... bold enough, the path is wild.

At that time, can humanity recognize it?

The Nüwa Emperor's reputation among humanity is too high, being fervently embraced by too many humans.

Even though they are actually each very smart, they are very prone to problems at this juncture... when deceived, it's often because deep down they don't believe anyone would dare impersonate Nüwa.

This also counts as a certain degree of willing deception... no one dares to question.

Di Jiang spoke slowly and calmly, his expression still relatively normal.

Gong Gong and Houtu, however, were already somewhat dumbfounded.

I don't know whether others' courage is big or small, their path wild or not.

Houtu's mouth twitched: "But I think, Di Jiang, your path is pretty wild."

This this this... this even includes imitating handwriting, even dressing up and acting...

Hiss!

Don't say it.

Is there really room to operate?

Mmm... the sanctity of women, I am united in that to the fullest extent; no one would likely do such a thing, disguising themselves as me.

On the other hand, male gods... there are many heroes, and many gods lacking scruples.

Especially on the side of the Monster Clan Heavenly Court, the Wu Clan's opponent... if someone lacking scruples comes up with a lewd maneuver...

Taking advantage of when the Wu Clan is unable to attend to them, completely discard scruples, cross-dress to debut, performing my appearance in humanity to cause mischief...

Even if a Sage immediately sees through the false and real, discerning truth from falsehood...

But what can they do?

In front of countless human civilians, to attack their Holy Mother?!

Even if they did attack.

If the opposing actor is not somewhat careful, the performance showing me being wounded or killed...

Would that human Sage not have to resign in responsibility?

Even more terrifying.

These actors, impersonating my likeness, go to harm humanity, or utter extremely hurtful words... unaware of the truth, the deeper humanity's love for me, the greater the injury.

Houtu faced her own identity, assessing that once a leak occurs, what a great loss it would be.

As for betting that the opposing Heavenly Court won't do this?

Houtu felt it's still better not to trust too much in the enemy's scruples.

……

Di Jiang looked at Houtu, seeing her expression constantly changing, her gaze slightly fluctuating.

Then he knew, his words had reached her heart.

Next, one could coax... uh, no, is to persuade for humanity's healthy development and to eliminate hidden dangers, to reduce one's prestige, so that the people would no longer blindly revere it.

So.

Truly wanting to address the root.

Let auspicious omens no longer be able to influence the people... best to start from the fundamentals, letting the people possess a rational heart and spirit.

One can love and admire, but cannot purely be offered to the divine altar.

Tell the people, do not pray to Nüwa as if worshipping a god, but instead strive for self-improvement, ultimately possessing a noble virtue like Nüwa's!

(End of chapter)