I changed the world

As Mr. Shouxian said, countries may have underestimated the dangers of deep space exploration and are not fully prepared.

Continuing deep space exploration before finding effective countermeasures is tantamount to pulling chestnuts from the fire.

However, His Majesty's concerns are also true. Nowadays, both the government and the public have high hopes for deep space exploration and future galaxy colonization. After all, if we take history as a guide, the Age of Discovery has only passed for more than 300 years. The wealth effect is really eye-catching.

Nowadays, public opinion and capital circles in various countries have regarded galaxy colonization as the biggest growth point of mankind in the next few hundred years. In the previous decades, the greatest expectation of human society was actually to seek development space in deep space, and technological breakthroughs and Stable development has further contributed to the shaping of this expectation.Therefore, a large amount of technology, scientific research, and investment have been directed in this direction. In other words, the sunk costs have become too large to escape.

Especially since the breakthrough of subspace navigation technology, the media of various countries have reported and promoted it in a series of articles. This was originally driven by the unanimous promotion of governments and opposition parties in various countries and the preparation of public opinion.

However, this pot is already heating up. If a basin of cold water is poured down at this moment, it will tell the public opinion that mankind is far from ready...

If nothing else, the stock markets in various countries are probably going to collapse...

After all, the economy is all about expectations. What worries everyone here is that, given human nature, if it cannot move outward, it will have to turn inward...

Everyone here is smart. Some things are just a layer of window paper. Now that the Chief Assistant has exposed it, everyone can think of many problems.

As His Majesty said, some things may "have to happen".

"What your Majesty said is true. Therefore, from the perspective of the veteran, the top priority is not to let the incident spread. It must be dealt with in the budding stage, even if there is some cost to the comeback... Otherwise, I am afraid that public opinion will not be suppressed." Guan Renyue said again: "As for the The veteran will not comment much on military matters. However, at the diplomatic level, communication still needs to be stepped up. Not only must the Human Joint Defense Command communicate in place, but also the major powers must interview their ambassadors overnight to share intelligence to avoid miscalculation."

"This is an old man's opinion about the country. Mr. Guan can just go and make arrangements." Emperor Chenghe nodded when he heard this. As he spoke, he turned his eyes to an old man in military uniform on his right.

"Mr. Qi, what do the staff think?"

"Your Majesty, I think what the chief assistant said is right. We must not let it develop at this time and must carry out effective control. I suggest delimiting the area in the name of exercises and at the same time mobilizing the fleet to block the Fengsuibao international waterway."

"In addition, the fleet has moved forward to the Fengsui Fort area, dispatched aircraft to conduct reconnaissance, and will conduct further response depending on the situation."

The old man hesitated for a moment, and then said solemnly: "In this way, even if the Beacon Fort must be destroyed in the final extreme situation, as long as the incident has not spread, it can be inferred that the Beacon Fort was attacked by a meteorite. All countries will surely cooperate in publicity..."

Emperor Chenghe thought about it briefly and said: "In that case, the matter will be as the Duke said."

As he said that, he glanced at the chamberlain beside him: "The relevant documents will be drawn up immediately after discussion with the Duke. Don't delay." The female official beside him hurriedly bowed in response.

Jokhang implemented a constitutional monarchy system. Generally speaking, in civil affairs and diplomacy, except for major matters, the cabinet could make decisions on its own.However, when it comes to military matters, the cabinet has no power to make decisions. The empire adopts the system of general staff plus military regions. In theory, the emperor, as the highest military commander of the empire, has the right to control the army.

Civil servants were not allowed to interfere in the military affairs. This was a rule set by the Huanzong Dynasty and the greatest reliance on imperial power.

"Without further delay, I will leave first and go make arrangements." After hearing this, the Duke of Qi stood up and said. Seeing the emperor nodding, the Duke of Qi hurriedly bowed and left.

Afterwards, Emperor Chenghe discussed some details with the ministers, and then Guan Renyue also resigned and went to arrange relevant matters.

When the important matter was confirmed, the emperor suddenly remembered something and asked: "Is that Major Zhang Chengxi a graduate of the Imperial Military Academy?"

"Back to Your Majesty, Major Zhang Chengxi was an outstanding student in the seventh phase of the Air and Space Command Department of the Imperial Military Academy. He later served in the Second Fleet of the Air and Space Force. Later, due to his outstanding performance, he was selected to be transferred to the First Fleet of the Earth Defense Force." Major General Li Hantang Gong The voice responded.

"It is said that this incident was discovered by him alone?"

"Your Majesty, that is indeed the case!"

"It is rare to see the slightest signs to know the cuteness, and to see the end to know the end. It is really rare for a general to be brave and strategic, especially to understand the righteousness..." Emperor Chenghe sighed, and everyone present was slightly moved in their hearts, knowing this. If a person falls into His Majesty's eyes, if he doesn't die this time, he will become famous in the future.

"By the way, I heard that this person is a branch of the Zhang family in Luling?" the emperor suddenly asked.

PS: I saw some friends discussing the etiquette of paying homage to the imperial palace. Regarding this issue, to be honest, I checked a lot of information. Generally speaking, there was no such thing as the Qing Dynasty’s form of ceremonial memorial service. , but adopted the simpler monarch-subject relationship of the traditional Han dynasty.Especially considering that the time is already after 2000, it is normal for etiquette to be simpler than in ancient times. Regarding this point, I have written a special explanation in the information section. If you are interested, you can read it.

Chapter 565: The Dinghai Needle in History

When Major General Li Hantang heard this, he suddenly thought about the meaning of the emperor's words. The so-called Luling Zhang family was the lineage of Zhang Tianshi in Danding Mountain.

He was guessing in his mind, but his face showed no trace, and he immediately nodded and said: "That's true, but since his great-grandfather moved to Chizhou, the direct branch of the Zhang family has already produced five branches."

Emperor Chenghe heard the words, nodded slightly, and said thoughtfully: "Do you think that this person can detect the demon, does it have something to do with the Tianshi Mansion?"

The emperor's idea made everyone here look at each other in confusion. But after thinking about it carefully, it was not without reason. Otherwise, why was it such a coincidence?

Of course, this idea cannot be proven...

Emperor Chenghe probably knew that his idea was indeed unverifiable, so he shook his head and said with a smile: "That's it, that's really the case, and it's a good thing..."

"Your Majesty, please forgive me." Seeing the emperor's expression, Qian Bushi, the director of the Imperial Bureau of Religious Affairs who had been silent until now, sitting at the bottom on the left, suddenly stood up and held his hands.

Originally, a meeting of this level like today would be attended by either cabinet ministers or top officials from the military and intelligence systems. Qian Bushi's level would not be able to attend.

The Imperial Bureau of Religious Affairs is affiliated with the Imperial Ministry of the Interior and accepts the direct leadership of the Minister of the Interior. Within the system of the Ministry of the Interior, it was originally a marginalized and unpopular institution, a cold bench in the eyes of ordinary officials, and there was basically no hope of career after entering.

However, no one expected that this person who has been on the bench for thousands of years seems to have become a popular fried chicken recently. Apart from other things, how many times has Director Qian been summoned by His Majesty recently?

Today's emergency incident had nothing to do with him, but His Majesty specifically ordered him to be present. At this time, everyone had some suspicions in their minds. Seeing Qian Bushi stand up, all eyes were focused on him for a moment.

"Sit down and talk." Emperor Chenghe pressed the button.

After Qian Bushi handed over his hands, he sat down and replied: "In my opinion, Xuanmen may have a way to deal with this kind of demonic matter. After all, there are specialties in the art. I think it might as well send someone to inquire, maybe there is something reward."

Emperor Chenghe was silent after hearing the words, with a thoughtful look on his face, while looking at the ministers below.

When it comes to state affairs, we should seek help from immortals. If this matter spreads, it will not be so politically correct after all, and Emperor Chenghe does not want to fall into the trap of "not asking about the common people, but about ghosts and gods".Therefore, no matter what you think in your heart, your attitude must still be...

Then Emperor Chenghe thought for a moment and suddenly asked a middle-aged man sitting there: "Lei Qing, what do you think of Qian Qing's words?"

This middle-aged man is short and fat, and looks as friendly as a wealthy businessman. However, those who know him know that this man should not be underestimated. He is the director of the Special Crime Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Justice, one of the three major intelligence agencies of the empire. Lei Zehai.

Lei Zehai knew what the emperor meant by asking him. After all, in theory, the empire's direct agency to deal with such strange incidents, the fourth branch of the Special Criminal Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Justice, was under his rule. Although it had been determined that the department would be in charge soon. I will soon go out on my own, but I haven’t gone out on my own yet...

He was also helpless. After all, the fourth branch had been established not long ago, and the accumulation of such events was really limited. A lot of work had just been started. In the discussion just now, he also expressed this meaning tactfully.In fact, everyone here was well aware of this and did not make it too difficult for him.

However, the emperor pointed to him again at this time, obviously intending to start the conversation with him. He was not stupid, so he could only follow the emperor's words and said: "Reporting to your majesty, since the establishment of the fourth branch, I have personally mobilized elite soldiers and generals. When forming the team, all relevant departments cooperate closely, but after all, there is still little time and limited foundation. Frankly speaking, the accumulation in this area is still in the accumulation stage."

Lei Zehai knew the hidden meaning of what the emperor asked him at this time, so he said directly: "Judging from the information collected by the Investigation Bureau, Xuanmen does have many outstanding people and profound knowledge, especially in the recent years in the city of St. Foss in the Republic of Grande. In that incident, judging from the information we obtained, it is said that an unknown existence called the 'evil god' appeared. Although the matter was finally resolved, the final ending was said to be an existence suspected of being a Taoist master in our country... …”

Everyone present was an important minister of the dynasty, and what Lei Zehai said was no secret to them. They even knew that Emperor Chenghe privately asked several major intelligence agencies to conduct a secret assessment, hoping to find out the details of Xuanmen. how?

The details of the evaluation are unknown to everyone due to the emperor's silence order, but it is said that based on the limited information currently available, the evaluation of Xuanmen by various institutions is unfathomable.

The reason is also very simple. Although the current information from various official agencies is still relatively rudimentary, it can at least be admitted that the ghosts and gods in myths and legends are real.Anyone with a normal mind will admit this without a doubt after reading the weird or terrifying information.

Although it is unclear why these weird activities seemed to have fallen into a low ebb for quite some time and did not attract the attention of the officials of various countries. However, no matter what the reason, these weird activities should have existed for a long time in history.This can be seen from the records of countless legends and classics in the past dynasties. Even the secret files of the previous dynasties and the files of the Black Guards' personal troops compiled by this dynasty have compiled a large number of files involving strange people and mysterious cases.

Then, the problem arises.

Amidst so much horror and weirdness, human beings have still been able to develop stably to the present, especially Zhuxia, as an ancient civilization that continues to this day. Is there really no hidden force behind it to protect it?

People in the intelligence system are usually full of doubts when looking at things, and now they look at those histories the same way. The only explanation is that there is some kind of power similar to the Dinghai Divine Needle, which continues the stability of the Zhuxia civilization.

As for Xuanmen, as a mysterious existence that has continued from ancient times to the present, there is no problem in saying that it is terrifying and terrifying.The figure of the Xuanmen Taoist priest who has appeared in some recent events, including the performance of the real person from Yunxiao Mountain, is the most powerful evidence.

This is the reason why no one, neither Emperor Chenghe nor various powerful institutions, has proposed to use strong means to test Xuanmen so far.

Peace is the most precious thing, and if you have some skin, don't expose it.After all, the empire has always respected Xuanmen since its establishment.It seems that all the high-level masters respect the royal family's orthodoxy and receive the imperial edict. This attitude is enough. Others can be followed slowly.

Chapter 566 Weighing the Tianshi Mansion

In fact, not only Taoism, but from the perspective of the empire's high-level officials, those monks of the Buddha Sect may also be hiding a lot of things. After all, Taoism and the Buddha Sect, as the two most important religious systems in the empire, have always had their own differences. There are all kinds of legends and myths. There are so many anecdotes about gods and monks in history. I'm afraid they have their origins...

Lei Zehai continued: "Therefore, I also suggest that since this matter is serious, we can indeed seek confirmation from Xuanmen. Although the real people of Xuanmen are outsiders, they have also received imperial edicts, and they may be able to gain something."

"Your Majesty, I think that since that Major Zhang is a branch of the Zhang family in Luling, it is better to use this opportunity to ask Tianshi Zhang about his public and private interests. The Tianshi Mansion will have something to say this time." Zhang Yuantong, the Minister of Internal Affairs on the side Suddenly he spoke.

Zhang Yuantong has always been regarded as the echo man of His Majesty. Naturally, he knew what the Emperor was thinking and directly exposed it.

After all, in the face of Xuanmen today, the Tianshi Mansion in Danding Mountain is the most prestigious, and Zhenren Li from Dinghai Yunxiao Mountain is indeed upright and true. Many people in the court know this.However, the Tianshi Mansion in Danding Mountain has always been indifferent to all kinds of temptations. No one knows what the old Tianshi thinks.

And this incident happened to be an opportunity. Whether it was public or private, Dandingshan could no longer shirk it. In this way, we could also weigh it. What is the background of this Tianshi Mansion, which is said to have been inherited for 2000 years?

Emperor Chenghe looked around and saw that the other ministers in the cabinet had no objection, so he said: "What Zhang Qing said is reasonable. In that case, this time the Religious Affairs Bureau will come forward to deliver an oral message for me, saying, I hope The Heavenly Master attaches great importance to righteousness, and I have high hopes for him."

Upon hearing this, Qian Bushi hurriedly stood up and raised his hands in response. He knew in his heart that this time, the old Heavenly Master might not be able to shirk the excuse.

Generally speaking, the emperor's orders come in many forms, such as edicts, edicts, regulations, edicts, and edicts. The first four are generally relatively formal and have certain norms and systems.The last type of "edict" is relatively flexible. It is generally not a formal document, but is just a way for the emperor to express himself.

Generally speaking, what is spoken is called an oracle, and what is written by hand is called a manuscript.The reason why "Edict" is used instead of "Edict" is obviously that the emperor still has some room for change in case the Tianshi Mansion really insists, and does not want to push too hard.

However, in Qian Bushi's view, although His Majesty was just giving a verbal order this time, the implication behind the words was that the Tianshi Mansion's room for evasion was sealed...

Emperor Chenghe thought for a while, but seemed not to be too relieved, and turned to look at the maid who had been standing behind his throne like a sculpture: "De Rong, you also go for me, the Religious Affairs Bureau sent an officer Together with the other members, we immediately left the capital and went to Yunxiao Mountain to inform Master Li of the matter."

When the ministers heard this, they immediately knew that His Majesty was a little worried after all. This was to add insurance to the matter. Obviously, the Emperor still trusted Yunxiao's lineage more than Dan Dingshan, who still had an unclear attitude...

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After the imperial meeting ended, the deputy chief of staff, Linjiang Marquis Gong Changzhi, and several officials from the intelligence system were retained by Emperor Chenghe.

"Marquis Linjiang, if anything goes wrong, I don't need to say more about the preparations that the staff should make."

"Your Majesty is mistakenly worried. The General Staff has already made plans for this, but in my opinion, this will not happen..."

"Well... Lei Qing, I know that the fourth branch of the Investigation Bureau was founded, and I will not force you to do this incident. However, this kind of incident will not be the last. The fourth branch must form its own processing capabilities as soon as possible, especially It seems that at present, this deep space may not be safe."

"After you go back, choose some people and go to Fengsui Castle with you to understand what you need to face in the future. What are the differences between the things in this universe and those on the earth? Compared with the army, After all, you must be more professional and have dealt with these things.”

"I thank Your Majesty for your understanding. After I return this time, I will immediately select elite soldiers and strong generals. I will do my best to live up to the Emperor's favor."

"Well, let's do it. I'll watch you."

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承和37年西历2016年3月31日05:09丹鼎山天师府

The sky has turned pale, and in the parking lot outside the Tianshi Mansion that has been used as a temporary apron, Zhang Lianchuan, the eldest son of the contemporary Zhang Tianshi, is waiting there with a group of Taoist priests. The group of people look up to the sky from time to time. Looking out.

About a quarter of an hour later, a clear roar came from the sky, and the sound became louder and louder. At this time, all the Taoist priests looked towards the distance and saw a small black dot in the clouds in the sky. near.

This small dot came very quickly and soon came to the top of everyone. At this time, everyone present could see clearly that it was a small tilting jet spray-painted with the imperial royal family's dragon emblem.

The strong airflow brought by the jet engine caused the Taoist robes of the Taoist priests below to swing. In order to make room for the plane to land, the Taoist priests also began to retreat.

The jet circled above everyone, the jet engine began to rotate, gradually adjusted to a hovering attitude, and then began to slowly land.

The plane came to a stop on the temporary apron, and the cabin cover at the rear of the plane was immediately lowered. Qian Bushi, director of the Imperial Bureau of Religious Affairs, walked quickly out of the cabin accompanied by several officials.

Seeing Zhang Lianchuan approaching with a smile, Qian Bushi's face rarely showed much smile. He quickened his pace and walked forward. He first bowed his hands with Zhang Lianchuan in greeting, and after a brief greeting, he said solemnly: "Mo Zhang Lianchuan Please be more courteous. The situation this time is extremely urgent. I have come with your Majesty’s oral instructions to meet with the Heavenly Master immediately.”

Zhang Lianchuan also received the information in advance. In fact, he was a little confused when he received the information. After all, the Heavenly Master was still on the mountain and had not returned. At this time, he suddenly received an oral instruction from Director Qian of the Imperial Religious Affairs Bureau with His Majesty. His first reaction was to be caught off guard when the news came overnight.

In particular, what is different from usual is that this time Director Qian did not make an appointment first and then come to visit. Instead, he took a special royal plane and flew directly to Danding Mountain. The total preparation time for Danding Mountain was only more than an hour. , at this time, it was too late for Zhang Lianchuan to call his old father back overnight.

The detailed information about the incident that was transmitted soon thereafter made Zhang Lianchuan immediately understand why Director Qian was acting like this.However, this information made him even more uneasy. After all, he had just separated from his father yesterday morning. He clearly knew why the Heavenly Master went to Zhebifeng?

Chapter 567 Father, have you become an immortal?

I know my own affairs, and given the situation in the Tianshi Mansion at this time, what can I do to deal with the monsters far away in Fengsui Castle?

In desperation, I had no choice but to inform my father first. Fortunately, the phone call was connected. Unexpectedly, after learning the general situation, the Heavenly Master did not express any concern. He just asked him to wait until he returned and then hung up. The call was disconnected.

Zhang Lianchuan was confused at the time and cursed in his heart: Return?How to return?It’s too late, Father!

He even began to wonder if his father was too old and didn't hear what he said clearly, and he considered whether he should call him again to clarify...

But before he could call again, he saw a scene in his study that he would never forget:

The space in front of him suddenly rippled like water waves. At first, Zhang Lianchuanhai thought that his blood was rising in anxiety and his eyes were blurred. He subconsciously reached out and rubbed his eyes. However, after that, He then saw his father stepping out of the void, wearing the familiar Taoist priest's robe, appearing in front of him out of thin air.

"Father...Father, you...you have become an immortal?!" Zhang Lianchuan was speechless for a moment when he saw this scene. He felt that his entire worldview had been greatly impacted. He was stunned for a while before he stuttered.

Previously, although I had heard my father talk about what Senior Brother Guan Zeping’s team encountered on Zhebi Peak, I had even seen the video that looked like a natural disaster.However, there are some things that always feel a bit different when listening to what others say, especially the rumors about strange powers and chaos. It always sounds like you are listening to a legendary story, which is unreal.

However, at this moment, when his father really walked out of thin air in front of him, Zhang Lianchuan finally felt that this world seemed to be really different from what he had known before!

"What you said is nonsense..." When Zhang Sicheng appeared in the room, he was a little dazed for the first time. He looked around subconsciously, as if he was still recalling the experience just now.It wasn't until he heard the eldest son's inquiry that he reacted. He immediately frowned, lowered his face, and scolded.

But when I saw my son's speechless look, I could understand it after thinking about it, so I walked straight to an armchair and sat down, and then said: "The situation is urgent, and His Majesty's envoy is about to arrive, so I turned around first."

"What about... Senior Brother Fan and the others?" Zhang Lianchuan was still in a state of shock. As he spoke, he subconsciously glanced at the side next to him, as if those people would appear out of thin air in the next moment.

"Zeqing and the others will come back later by car."

"Father, did he meet that master this time?" Zhang Lianchuan couldn't care less about what he had been worrying about at this time. He already had a guess in his mind and asked hurriedly.

Mentioning this matter, Zhang Sicheng couldn't help but think of an experience that he would never forget. He thought of the land at the foot of the mountain, the thrill of flying in the clouds and mist, and the spectacular Yongzhen Monument and the Demon Suppression. tower……

Subconsciously stroking his beard, he sighed: "He is really a fairy!"

As he said that, he glanced at his eldest son with some complacency: "From now on, don't call me an expert. In terms of seniority, my father should be called uncle, and you should be called great-grandfather. When it comes to this, it's all about father." I'll take you to visit me again, but don't let me alienate you..."

Seeing his son's curious face and wanting to ask, Zhang Sicheng waved his hand and did not continue the conversation. He just said lightly: "This matter is not urgent. Let me first tell you whether the major you mentioned on the phone has been verified. Are you really from the Zhang family?"

"Father, I checked the genealogy and it turns out that I am indeed a member of the Zhang family. However, I have already left the fifth service and now move to Chizhou. I belong to the branch of Shou'an Gong. I came back to renew the genealogy when I was worshiping my ancestors a few years ago..."

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