Golden Ranking Appears, My Empress Turns Out to Be Wu Zhao

[Advisor Ranking – Rank 3]

[Zhuge Liang]

[Nation: Vast Sea Dynasty]

[Potential: Top Advisor of Nine Provinces]

[Strategy Rating: Five Stars]

[Strength: First-Rate]

[Reward: 1x Ultimate-Tier Advisor Skill Card, 1x Spiritual Power Enhancement Card, +50% National Fortune]

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Mu Yi, no, he should now be called Zhu Houzhao.

Zhu Houzhao looked at the ranking in the sky, glanced at the nearby Kongming, and smiled knowingly.

Having already appeared on the Renowned Minister Ranking, and now on the Advisor Ranking as well.

It seemed that recruiting him early back then was indeed a far-sighted move.

Otherwise, if such a cunning and wise person had joined another dynasty, it would have caused no small amount of trouble.

And over the years, considering how much he valued Kongming, as long as the man didn't cross any bottom lines, there was no way he would betray him.

Besides, leaving many matters to Kongming gave him great peace of mind.

In contrast, Kongming seemed rather calm about being ranked among the Advisors.

His expression was indifferent.

With his feather fan gently swaying, he truly had the demeanor of a lofty master.

Zhu Houzhao nodded silently in admiration.

In his mind, Zhuge Liang was the future successor to Xiao He.

However, he still needed more cultivation and training.

At present, compared to Xiao He, he was still a bit lacking.

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Then, Zhu Houzhao turned his gaze toward the three brothers, led by Xiao Feng.

Especially Xiao Feng.

He was the one Zhu Houzhao valued most.

He even couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for his talent.

If he could be recruited and cultivated seriously, he would surely become a formidable cultivator in the future.

A talent like this could only display his full potential under his command.

"Brother Xiao, I heard you just say you want to join the Vast Sea Dynasty?"

"You were once the Southern Court King of the Liao Kingdom, with high status and power, and even the former Gang Master of the Beggar Gang of the Song Dynasty."

"Why would you suddenly have such a thought?"

Hearing this, Xiao Feng took a big gulp of wine.

"Song Dynasty? Liao Kingdom? Ha, these places have long ceased to be places where I can find footing."

"I originally thought I would live out my remaining years in a daze."

"But unexpectedly, after coming to the Vast Sea Dynasty and seeing the lives of the people here, I felt an unexplainable impulse."

"I wanted to be part of it."

"I want to find the meaning of my future life here."

"If you're asking for a reason, haha, I have none!"

"I thought about it, so I did it!"

"Some things need no reason!"

Xiao Feng spoke boldly.

But deep within his eyes, a flash of confusion could still be seen.

"If that's the case, Brother Xiao, why not seek guidance from this gentleman beside me?"

"He might have a way."

Zhu Houzhao chuckled.

His gaze swept toward Zhuge Liang, who was gently swaying his feather fan nearby.

In the future, arranging Xiao Feng under Zhuge Liang's command would be a good match.

Zhuge Liang, hearing this, seemed to be deep in thought.

This Emperor had a remarkably sharp eye.

For him to value Xiao Feng so highly, the man must have extraordinary qualities.

Perhaps he needed a proper evaluation.

If he truly was a talent, he wouldn't mind keeping him.

The more talented people there were, the more beneficial it would be for the future of the Vast Sea Dynasty.

Moreover, Zhuge Liang found Xiao Feng quite likable.

His earlier words at least showed he wasn't the villain the rumors had made him out to be.

Zhuge Liang had heard of Xiao Feng's name before.

Initially, he didn't have any particular opinion about the man.

But after their earlier conversation, he began to seriously consider recruiting him into the Vast Sea Dynasty.

This was someone worth cultivating.

And Xiao Feng's disposition matched his taste.

"You truly want to join the Vast Sea Dynasty?"

"If you sincerely wish to join, I do have a way!"

"What way?" Xiao Feng's eyes lit up.

"You're an official of the Vast Sea Dynasty?!"

"Indeed, and I have the authority to recruit you."

"As long as you pass my test, you can join, and in the future, you will not face any discrimination in the Vast Sea Dynasty."

"Your past will not concern anyone."

"What test?"

"Come with me to the Song Dynasty!"

"That will be your trial ground, and also the place where you can resolve the knot in your heart."

Whether it was Zhu Houzhao or Zhuge Liang, they could naturally see the formidable talent of Xiao Feng.

However, the knot in his heart could easily evolve into a heart demon in the future.

Especially when advancing to the Land Immortal Realm.

It was a critical issue.

This was the Nine Provinces World.

Not the Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils world from Zhu Houzhao's past life.

At a certain level of cultivation, a heart demon must be confronted.

And Xiao Feng's heart demon was exceptionally terrifying.

If left unresolved, it might bring disaster to the Vast Sea Dynasty in the future.

Neither Zhu Houzhao nor Zhuge Liang could allow that.

If he couldn't untangle the knot in his heart, they wouldn't approve his entry.

No matter how talented he was, he would be abandoned.

"This..."

Xiao Feng hesitated.

He truly didn't want to return to the Song Dynasty.

However, when he turned to look outside the tavern, at the smiling faces of the passing people.

Something stirred in his heart.

Then he looked at Zhuge Liang and nodded resolutely.

"I accept your test!"

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On a road leading from the Vast Sea Dynasty to the Northern Song Dynasty.

At this moment, Zhuge Liang and the three Xiao brothers sat in a carriage moving slowly forward.

Zhu Houzhao, on the other hand, had long since departed.

"Mister Kongming, who was that Mister Mu Yi in the tavern earlier?"

"For some reason, I felt an incredibly terrifying aura from him."

"Under that aura, I had no power to resist."

"Since childhood, ever since I started practicing martial arts, I've never encountered such a frightening individual."

"He must be one of the hidden cultivators of the Vast Sea Dynasty, right?!"

Hearing this, Zhuge Liang's lips curled into a slight smile.

"Have you forgotten the previous Renowned Minister Ranking?"

"Renowned Minister Ranking?"

"Big Brother, I remember now, the one who ranked 1st was named Mu Yi!"

Duan Yu quickly reminded.

At once, the three Xiao brothers' eyes were filled with shock.

Unbelievable.

Images and information about Mu Yi from the ranking flooded their minds.

Potential of a Top Prime Minister.

Six Stars administrative ability.

And his strength was rated as Super First-Rate.

Converted to Realm level, that would be at least Heavenly Human Realm.

But clearly, Mu Yi was far beyond just the Heavenly Human Realm.

Most likely Mythical Realm, maybe even God Demon Realm!

They had just sat and drank with such a great figure.

And had such a pleasant conversation.

Without even recognizing him.

They felt both lucky and deeply regretful.

Such a pity!

But then Xiao Feng thought of something else.

To be able to stay at Mu Yi's side, this Mister Kongming must also be no ordinary person.

"Mister Kongming, are you..."

"My name is Zhuge Liang, courtesy name Kongming!"

A light sentence exploded like thunder in their ears.

Zhuge Liang!?

Didn't that mean Mister Kongming was also someone on the Renowned Minister Ranking?

And just now, he had placed Rank 3 on the Advisor Ranking!

Good heavens!

The man in front of them was also a true big shot!

All three, including Xiao Feng, wore expressions of pure shock.

Their eyes filled with disbelief.