Chapter 435: with translation of chapter title

Fengxi felt the burden on his shoulders was very heavy.

"I'm having a really tough time."

"Not only do I have to figure out how to pimp, I also have to hone my military skills…"

"It's truly—on horseback I can fight enemies in all directions, off horseback I can ponder bedroom arts!"

Thinking it over, Fengxi the little comrade realized he had a blind spot.

"Fuck!"

"How should I put it… this version of me has a rather subtle style, huh?"

Fengxi's eyes rolled about.

"Heaven and earth's conscience… heaven and earth's conscience…"

"These are all tasks that Empress Nüwa voluntarily assigned to me; I was appointed by her to solve problems… I suppose, perhaps, maybe I won't be dragged into any major rebellion case…"

"As for the similarities with certain people's deeds… well, should I issue a solemn statement?"

"Any resemblance is purely coincidental!"

"All interpretive rights belong to Emperor Yan!"

Fengxi recalled his concealed Yandi Dao fruit, and his heart eased a little.

He is a truly loyal subject! A truly good citizen!

Having been repeatedly honored by the Great Sage Fuxi as an advanced youth of humanity, and regarded by Empress Nüwa as a trusted confidant… how could he harbor treacherous intentions?!

Impossible!

Fengxi wanted to speak but held back, held back then wanted to speak… after thinking it over seriously, he gave up explaining.

—He just wants to be an emotionless tool, speculating on the Five Directional Heavenly Emperors' secret brain‑twisting affairs; better leave it to Empress Nüwa to worry about!

"I, the subject, will surely not disappoint the Empress's expectations!"

Fengxi nodded solemnly, indicating that in the coming years he would surely overcome all obstacles, fill the weakness in humanity's bloodline, and restore the Wu Clan's lofty spirit and ambition to conquer heaven and earth.

"Mm!"

Nüwa nodded in satisfaction, then her gaze shifted, she lowered her voice slightly, bearing the air of someone engaged in a covert plot.

"The human‑Wu integration strategy I just mentioned is based on bloodline… and beyond that, I have also designed a fusion on the level of thought and spirit."

"Oh?" Fuxi, curious, poked his head in from the side, "What else are you up to?"

"This has nothing to do with you!"

Nüwa's face darkened a bit; she extended a finger and pressed it to Fuxi's brow, pushing him back.

At the same time, she earnestly instructed Fengxi, "Little Fengxi, while you promote humanity's completion plan, you must also step up publicity, covertly spreading the Wu Clan's pursued spiritual beliefs and ideals until they thoroughly permeate all of humanity."

"Let the Wu Clan's dream likewise become humanity's highest ideal."

"The Wu Clan is an iron‑clad army of ideals and convictions… they originate from humanity, inheriting humanity's most splendid shining points."

"Ultimately, these ideals and convictions will inevitably be brought back to all of humanity, leading the entire human race onto the path of pursuing this goal."

"Uh…" Fengxi blinked, blinked again, somewhat puzzled, "Isn't this a good thing?"

"Empress, when you created humanity, didn't you already imprint such belief in every human's heart?"

"Why go around in circles?"

"Well…" Nüwa hemmed and hawed for a while, yet gave no concrete explanation.

At that moment, Fuxi again stretched his neck, leaned in, and smiled at Fengxi as he spoke.

"What else could it be? Naturally it's to secretly undermine the human king, digging a pit for any potential Five Directional Heavenly Emperors!"

Fuxi had an air of having the answer in hand, "Exactly… humanity and the Wu Clan share the same goal in their common pursuit."

"But when it comes to execution, there are many subtle points."

"For example—whose interpretation counts as the standard?"

"Do the Five Directional Heavenly Emperors decide? Or do the ancestral Wu?"

"Nüwa's meaning is to confirm that the current Wu Clan interpretation is orthodox!"

Fuxi clicked his tongue in wonder, "In the future, who knows—within humanity, becoming a Wu might be an honor—this Wu lies not in bloodline but in thought; endorsing the Wu Clan's designed interpretation is the sole correct way for humanity to become the protagonists of heaven and earth."

"The 'Wu' could become a title, a profession, embodying the clan's wisdom, a spiritual guide."

"Perhaps one day, wanting to become a Wu will be like when you once ascended to Daluo—you'll have to submit an application to join the Wu."

"And that Wu will receive the blessing of humanity's supreme will—humanity's will is still a babe, naturally it is for Nüwa herself to decide."

Fuxi spoke with deep meaning, "I have already calculated a corner of future developments."

"At that time."

"Beyond the human royal court, any human tribe that governs a region will internally become a dual system."

"The system of the human king managing tribal affairs, whose highest executor is the tribe's king; on par with it is the council system, comprising specifically graded Wu, the highest‑ranked Wu will hold a post equal in rank to that tribe's king."

"But!"

Fuxi threw Fengxi a "you should get this" look, "Humanity is special, united under the sagely creation—under Nüwa's command, embracing her will, and following the program she covertly has you promote…"

"Perhaps by then, even the human king ought to accept leadership from an equal‑ranked Wu…"

"From a rights perspective… this cut is aimed at the root of the human king system!"

"Still dreaming of being a regional magnate?"

"Don't even think about it!"

Fuxi lifted his teacup, and under Nüwa's deep, probing gaze he took a leisurely sip, then set it down calmly and continued his explanation.

"Your superior, she harbors grand ambitions; this approach is to eliminate certain future hidden dangers."

"If humanity grows wildly, who knows what thoughts will sprout in the future… even if humanity's completion plan were perfectly realized, humanity and the Wu Clan would likely still find it hard to avoid parting ways."

"Rather, let's unify thought now, infusing the mature Wu Clan ideology into humanity's still‑forming worldview."

However, her steps are comparatively large.

Not only does she want to unify thought, she also wants to achieve consolidation of rights.

Of course, to avoid provoking too fierce an opposition, she decided to do it secretly and slowly.

Otherwise, wouldn't those tribes that have just branched off start making a fuss?

First test and promote it within the highest human royal court, then gradually spread it out…… The ultimate goal is to put shackles on the Five Directions Heavenly Emperors.

Fuxi chuckled, "The Five Directions Heavenly Emperors have always been a thorn in her side……"

"But, sister, what you're doing seems a bit underhanded?" He looked at Nüwa, "To avoid leaving a stain on himself, he's using little comrade Fengxi as a pawn—the next Wind Lord, also the human race's sovereign, tacitly allowing the birth and activity of the 'wu,' thereby dividing authority……"

Meanwhile, he remains aloof and outside the situation, acting as a judge in an invincible position.

"Hmph!" Nüwa snorted twice, "Tit for tat…… I learned this move from you."

Acting as both referee and athlete…… and to show an image of fairness, she throws out a bunch of scapegoats.

What Rahu, what Di Jun……

Nüwa pursed her lips, Fuxi smiled it off.

She wants to weaken the human sovereign's authority, yet she doesn't want to directly face the resentment of many later human sovereigns, so she plans to pick a scapegoat—and the sooner the better……" Fuxi said to Fengxi, "Originally, this pot should have been mine……"

However, I doubt she has that gall……" Fuxi disregarded Nüwa's angry glare, "Moreover, I also worry that I might easily turn the tables on her.

So, after arranging and arranging, this task ended up falling on you.

If I were acting as the human race's sovereign and leader of the human kings, I would very much like to mock her for three days and three nights to vent my resentment. But thinking about it——it seems the unlucky ones are the later ones? Besides, she's still my sister.

I don't care either way.

As for you……

Fuxi paused, "Are you willing to accept this task? Bravely bear the resentment of later human sovereigns?"

Furthermore.

One day, if any true human sovereign wishes to secure a position as a Heavenly Emperor and shake the ancestral witch system, it will likely be you who gets the knife——

Who let you block the way?

Hmph…… defeating you isn't enough.

We also need to crush your 'wu' forces under your command…… Come to think of it, those 'wu' might even be more tenacious in battle than you.

Think it over well.

Fuxi's gaze instantly turned deep and mysterious.

Nüwa was no different, looking at Fengxi.

And Fengxi did not disappoint Nüwa…… he almost instinctively replied, indicating his willingness to take on this thorny task.

——The royal resentments that Nüwa unwilling to face directly, he will face them head-on!

A scholar dies for those who know him!

Lady Nüwa treats him generously; now is the time for him to step forward—how could he shrink back?!

Although, as the already-appointed next-generation human sovereign and king of the Wind clan, personally digging at the corner of the human kings' camp…… it's a little awkward to say out loud.

But!

As long as Lady Nüwa's support and sponsorship are in place, there's no problem that can't be solved! There's no difficulty that can't be overcome!

"Do you want money or people?" Nüwa, pleased with the answer, also very generous and open-handed, said, "If you want money, I'll give money; if you want people, I'll give people!"

"Both?" Fengxi asked cautiously.

"Then I'll give you both!" Nüwa flipped her hand, and two items appeared in her hands.

On one side, a gleaming gold coin-like object, stamped with Nüwa's own likeness on the front. This is a coin of immense merit, which could be called——'Nüwa Big Head,' able to match the 'Fuxi Big Head.'

On the other side, a crystal-clear jade talisman, representing the dignity of the ancestral witch Houtu; holding it even allows one to mobilize Houtu's ancestral witch guard forces.

These merit coins are your activity funds.

And holding this talisman, you can have the great witch—You, cooperate with your actions.

Nüwa's gesture remains grand.

Fengxi received it with fiery eyes, patting his chest in assurance, "With the Lady's support, I will surely carry out your will!"

What human sovereign resentment…… that's nothing!

Whoever harbors resentment, I'll deal with them!

Wait until I have dealt with all human sovereigns after me, just like disciplining sons and grandsons, letting them know the vastness of heaven and earth…… I'm sure they'll then discard their unfounded notions and firmly support the plan you've issued and I'm promoting!

As long as you have such determination, that's good!" Nüwa patted Fengxi's shoulder to encourage him.

Fuxi beside him, however, now behaved very properly and quietly, not uttering a word, just silently watching.

Of course, his ever-changing gaze and spirit, to some extent, could reflect his inner unrest, with surging waves.

Perhaps aware of his odd state, Fuxi lifted his teacup, lowered his head to sip tea, masking the gleam in his eyes.

Tsk……

"One who dares to arrange, one who dares to accept…… that's already outrageous enough."

"Even more outrageous……"

"One who dares to believe, the other actually has hope of achieving it……"

"Originally, both sides stand to gain, which seems like a great thing……"

"But……"

"One day, sister, you must absolutely not lose your foot…… after all, this path is yours by choice, no one forced you, right?"

Fuxi's eyes held a hidden smile.

"Hmm."

"As a caring older brother to my sister, I must also be a brother…… I should give a boost, to be worthy of my identity, right?"

Thinking this through, Fuxi set down his teacup and gestured to Fengxi, whom Nüwa had begun to favor a bit more, signaling him to come closer.

Fengxi didn't understand why, but he obeyed anyway.

"The burden on your shoulders is not light—exploited by Nüwa, you must study military affairs, carry out the restoration of humanity, and consider balancing the future human king… This is a great trial." Fuxi said lightly, "But once you pass, you will surely undergo a tremendous transformation and be able to bear the banner of humanity for an era."

Fengxi listened honestly.

"Hah..." Fuxi exhaled slowly, smiling, "Do you know?"

"Back then I knew Nüwa had decreed you would take my place, using me purely as a tool… She's really grown wings, dared to act aloof, making me angry."

"So, I used to find you displeasing wherever I looked."

"But after a while, I calmed down—I don't hold it against you personally; you're still pretty good, quite enterprising, a little guy."

"You've been by my side, handling government affairs for years… You've learned roughly sixty to seventy percent of my skills."

"Although we lack the formal title of master and disciple, we are essentially teacher and student in practice."

"A bond of incense…" Fuxi said, his expression odd for a fleeting moment, then gone, "Out of respect for this bond, and also because I'm not far from stepping down."

"From now on, you will wield the Five Emperors Seal to act as regent." Fuxi tossed it casually, and the Five Emperors Seal fell into Fengxi's hands, which he held carefully, "With this righteous title, your affairs may go more smoothly."

"As for me, I'll stay behind you, watching and helping you plug gaps… When you can stand on your own, I'll be able to let go completely."

"Fuxi, Majesty!" Fengxi was moved.

"Don't get too excited too soon." Fuxi raised his hand, stopping Fengxi, "As your half‑teacher, I have one final assignment I want to leave you."

"If you understand the answer, you'll have the perfect qualification to inherit my will." Fuxi's lips curled slightly as he pointed at the Five Emperors Seal, "What exactly supports the so‑called righteousness, the so‑called king…?"

(End of chapter)