The words caused an uproar, and all the ministers in the hall were shocked by Xu Zijing’s statement.
Only a very few who had already guessed the possibility could remain calm.
"So that’s how it is?"
Su Chengyu spoke in a low voice, also surprised at the extent Lin An had gone for his sake.
Zhao Xuanzhen glanced at the ministers’ reactions and chuckled, "It seems everyone has quite a few opinions about Zijing’s proposal."
As his words fell, Su Chengyu stepped forward and said.
"I see no issue with it, Your Majesty."
"Oh? Su Officer thinks so too?"
"The position of Demon Slayer Officer is of great importance. Under other circumstances, we could take our time selecting a suitable candidate. But now, with the world in chaos, foreign clans, rogue clans, and the Demonic Path rising, I’m afraid there’s no time left. Moreover..."
Seeing Su Chengyu pause, Zhao Xuanzhen smiled and said, "Moreover, what?"
"The Demonic Path is planning some moves at Langma Peak; we must seize the initiative. Otherwise, this game would be entirely lost."
"Ridiculous! Even if the Demonic Path has great power, in our Xia Country, they cause no waves. What’s there to fear?"
"Is that so? May I ask, sir, have you seen the latest world map?"
"Of course! Such things, I naturally look at every month..."
Su Chengyu interrupted, and as the other party was momentarily stunned, Ye Qingming stepped out from the crowd.
"I have the latest map intel from the Dragon Soul Department right here."
"Show it to everyone."
Zhao Xuanzhen spoke, and Ye Qingming projected the map into the air.
Outside the Xia Country region, a vast grey area almost surrounded Xia Country from all sides, with countless red dots in the grey area also moving towards the location of Xia Country.
"The grey areas are countries the Demonic Path has already overwhelmed or is about to overwhelm. Except for more than half of Bei Luo, less than half of the United, and a few scattered small countries elsewhere, most countries have completely fallen."
"What a joke! How can the Demonic Path have such power? They... they..."
"If not them, then how about the rogue clans?"
Ye Qingming shifted his words, "The Blood Clan has the ability to assimilate others into their kind, and the Nether Clan has ways of making the dead serve them. These rogue clans, which we ordinarily don’t take seriously, have formed a considerable force united under the Demonic Path, with power far beyond your imagination."
Ye Qingming’s shocking words caused the ministers to become flustered.
Residing in the Capital City, they never imagined the outside world had become so dangerous.
Watching all this, Su Chengyu spoke again, "So I believe appointing Lin An as the Demon Slayer Officer is appropriate. In times of expediency, rules are not so important."
"Well said, as expected of the Heaven Punishment Department Officer, already relentless since taking office. Indeed, I was clinging to old ideas. This position rightfully belongs to Lin An."
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Lin An is that person, and the situation and Su Chengyu’s identity are those external conditions.
In such a situation, Zhao Xuanzhen’s actions were without fault and would not be criticized by anyone.
Su Chengyu sighed deeply, for from his heart, he did not want Lin An to get involved in this chaos.
But from the moment Xu Zijing spoke, he understood there was no room for negotiation in this matter.
Zhao Xuanzhen’s intent was all geared towards this moment, and since Lin An compromised, Su Chengyu could only cooperate as much as possible.
With another appointment arriving, the struggle for the position of Demon Slayer Officer was finally settled.
"Your Majesty, now that everything is settled, what about the Langma Peak matter that Su Officer mentioned just now?"
The one who spoke was still Xu Zijing.
As the hands and feet of the Heavenly Son, he often had to take the initiative to bring up issues.
"You are right. Since they’re taking action, I naturally need to send someone to handle it. Since Su Officer brought it up, having him take charge shouldn’t be a problem, right?"
"Naturally. However, Your Majesty, I need a few people."
Zhao Xuanzhen listened to Su Chengyu’s response, not surprised, having anticipated Su Chengyu would have some requests when he cooperated with his actions.
"The Cold Moon Envoy, Ye Qingci. From the Long family, Long Xuan."
Zhao Xuanzhen blinked and said, "Of course, wanting Saint Envoy Ye to accompany you is no problem, though she is not in the Capital right now..."
"I will contact Saint Envoy Ye myself, as long as Your Majesty agrees."
After Zhao Xuanzhen agreed, he continued, "Although the Long family and our dynasty are closely connected, they have no official position, and even I don’t have the right to forcibly recruit them."
"Your Majesty can rest assured, I will persuade Long Xu to accompany us, as long as it’s permitted."
Zhao Xuanzhen chuckled, "There’s no need for my permission; essentially, you’re not even really requesting anyone from me, are you?"
Su Chengyu shook his head, "Your Majesty, I mean that beyond these two individuals, Your Majesty doesn’t need to assign me any additional aides."
"Yes, no need. Anyone, even Earth Immortals."
Zhao Xuanzhen listened to these words, having understood Su Chengyu’s intentions, and chuckled lightly, "I understand!"
As other matters concluded, the morning meeting finally settled completely.
Su Chengyu walked out of the main hall wearily, and Ye Qingming approached from the side.
"How is it? Being an official isn’t as easy as you thought, right?"
Su Chengyu smiled bitterly and shook his head, "Master Ye, please don’t tease. This is a one-time thing; I won’t have another chance to meet with His Majesty."
Su Chengyu thought for a moment and corrected himself, "At least not in such formal settings."
Ye Qingming chuckled and then said, "You went through great lengths not wanting Lin An to be caught up in the chaos, yet you’re dragging my Qingci. Isn’t that a bit too much?"
Su Chengyu, however, shook his head, "No, Saint Envoy Ye must go. This time, it’s very important for her. As for Long Xuan...he is indeed the help I want."
Ye Qingming blinked, not quite understanding but shrugged, "Fine, I can’t handle your mess. I’ve got to figure out how to fortify the national borders, anyway."
"Hmm, until we return, please ensure every inch of Xia Country’s land is protected."
Ye Qingming found it strange, puzzled, "And after you return?"
"After? Then all will come to its conclusion."
Su Chengyu looked ahead with resolute eyes, countless images and plans emerging in his mind. Some things are meant to end now.
The Demonic Path, must be annihilated.