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

[Advisor Ranking – Rank 1]

[Mu Yi]

[Nation: Vast Sea Dynasty]

[Potential: Top Advisor of Nine Provinces]

[Strategy Rating: Six Stars]

[Strength: Super First-Rate]

[Reward: 1x Saint-Tier Advisor Skill Card, 1x Spiritual Power Enhancement Card, +200% National Fortune]

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Zhu Houzhao paused slightly.

However, he quickly calmed down.

The many skills given to him by the Lying Flat System were fully displayed through the avatar of Mu Yi.

It wasn't exaggerated combat power.

It was Divine-Grade skills in governance and strategy.

If it weren't for assuming the identity of Mu Yi, the Vast Sea Dynasty couldn't have been founded.

At that time, he hadn't used even a trace of the Ming Dynasty's foundation.

He had built it entirely on his own.

Only after establishing a foundation did he begin to recruit other talents.

Thus came the current foundation of the Vast Sea Dynasty.

It's clear how significant Mu Yi's contribution was at that time.

This was true nation-building.

Far beyond the capabilities of normal advisors or renowned ministers.

Of course.

Mu Yi was so heaven-defying because of the system's blessings.

He never looked down on himself, nor did he overestimate his worth.

The system-granted skills had long become an inseparable part of himself.

Completely and entirely his own.

In fact, Mu Yi was just one of Zhu Houzhao's many personas.

Not his entirety.

Sensing the Heaven Dao Reward, Zhu Houzhao was quite satisfied.

Now he was increasingly pleased with milking the Heaven Dao of the Nine Provinces.

He continued forward.

The urgent matter was still solving the trouble Guo Jia and the others encountered.

And by the way, dealing with the Dragon Vein and National Fortune of the Northern Song Dynasty.

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Mu Yi?

How could it be?

This person again?

Wasn't he already Rank 1 on the Renowned Minister Ranking?

Now Rank 1 again on another ranking? This guy is too powerful!

At this moment, everyone across the Nine Provinces paying attention to the ranking was utterly shocked.

This figure was simply terrifying!

Just one of him could rival an army of hundreds of thousands.

Jia Xu, Wei Liao, Zhuge Liang, Guo Jia, they were all already fearsome.

But compared to this man, they were clearly in a different league.

Everyone couldn't help but sigh, with such a prodigy on their side, the Vast Sea Dynasty's chances of unifying the Nine Provinces were far greater than any other dynasty.

Even the Ming Dynasty would find it hard to deal with.

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Qin Imperial Palace.

Ying Zheng looked at the ranking with a calm expression. He had a very deep impression of Mu Yi.

A civil minister who could surpass Li Si and Shang Yang, how could he forget such a person?

And now, he even claimed Rank 1 on the Advisor Ranking, with even Wei Liao falling behind him.

Deeply understanding the capabilities of Li Si, Shang Yang, and Wei Liao, how could Ying Zheng lower his guard toward Mu Yi?

"Lord, have you gathered any intelligence on Mu Yi?"

"This man's information is even scarcer than that of the Vast Sea Emperor."

"Why is that?"

"After all this time and effort, you still found nothing?"

It was understandable if they couldn't uncover information about the Vast Sea Emperor.

But a mere subordinate being this hard to track?

He was even beginning to doubt the capabilities of the Qin Dynasty's intelligence department.

"Your Majesty, at present, this mysterious Mu Yi is no longer within the Vast Sea Dynasty."

"However, even so, he must not be underestimated."

"He is the true founding figure of the Vast Sea Dynasty, his capability surpasses even that of their current top ministers."

"The books he left behind are now official study material for administrative officials."

"It's precisely because of him that the Vast Sea Dynasty's national strength is so terrifying."

"The most crucial part, his personal strength is also frightening. At minimum, he is at the God Demon Realm."

"Your servant even suspects that this Mu Yi might be some ancient monster hidden in the shadows of the Nine Provinces."

"In any case, the investigation must continue. We must uncover his background."

"Otherwise, when our Qin Dynasty eventually clashes with the Vast Sea Dynasty, we will surely fall prey to his strategies."

"This would be extremely disadvantageous to us!"

"This... Your servant will do everything in his power."

Not only Ying Zheng, but even Shang Yang and Li Si felt the immense threat posed by Mu Yi.

If they could win or locate him, they would have already resorted to assassination.

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Tang Imperial Palace, Taiji Hall.

Li Shimin looked at the ranking with envy on his face.

If only this Mu Yi were one of his ministers, how wonderful that would be.

With such a figure by his side, the Tang Dynasty would become even more prosperous.

They would stand proudly even against powerful dynasties like the Qin Dynasty, Ming Dynasty, and Vast Sea Dynasty.

Unfortunately.

Though they had recently resolved internal strife and external threats, placing the Tang Dynasty back on track.

Only he knew the truth.

The Tang Dynasty had already fallen behind.

"Wuji, is there any way you can reach out to this Mu Yi?"

"If he would join the Tang Dynasty, I would grant him the title of Equal-to-the-King."

"If he helps me unify the Nine Provinces, I am even willing to share the dynasty with him."

Speaking of this, Li Shimin was visibly moved.

In terms of governance, no minister in the Nine Provinces could compare.

In strategy, he was also Rank 1.

In personal strength, he was a God Demon Realm cultivator.

Such an unimaginably talented person was truly one of a kind in the Nine Provinces.

His joining would bring untold benefits to the Tang Dynasty.

As for granting a noble title.

If it were anyone else, he might be unwilling.

But for Mu Yi, he was completely willing.

At least before the unification, there would be no discord between them.

In his heart, Li Shimin was already mapping out a grand future.

Unfortunately.

All of this was merely his wishful thinking.

Recruiting Mu Yi?

That was nearly impossible.

"Your Majesty, I will do everything in my power."

"However, for now, we must focus on the upcoming war between the Tang Dynasty and the Sui Dynasty."

"The other dynasties are moving too fast. If we don't speed up, we will be left behind."

"The hatred between the Tang Dynasty and the Sui Dynasty has reached its peak."

"Only total annihilation of one side can resolve this."

"If we succeed, the Tang Dynasty will gain the qualifications to unify the Nine Provinces."

"If not, we will only await the day when we are destroyed by another power."

At this moment, Wei Zheng spoke.

Though harsh, no one, neither Li Shimin nor Changsun Wuji and the other ministers, refuted his words.

This was a battle of life and death.

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Han Imperial Harem.

Concubine Yu Palace.

Jiang Yuyan, Zhang Liang, and Sima Yi stared intently at the ranking in the sky.

Their expressions were somewhat complicated.

Especially Sima Yi, whose eyes showed strong fighting intent.

He was very interested in this Mu Yi.

Rank 1 of Advisor Ranking?

He wondered who would prevail if they faced off.

He looked forward to one day testing this man's worth.

He hoped that Mu Yi wouldn't let him down.

Lately, he had remained by Jiang Yuyan's side, and had temporarily stabilized his position.

He was even getting used to his identity as the Han Dynasty's Demon Consort's advisor.

He offered strategic counsel regularly, especially seeing that Jiang Yuyan valued his input highly, which gave rise to thoughts of deeper "collaboration".

Of course, he also planned that at the right moment.

He could backstab the Han Dynasty's Demon Consort.

So he could regain his freedom and be himself again.

Everything depended on how long Jiang Yuyan could maintain power.

If she could hold on, he was willing to continue offering strategies.

Otherwise, once she fell, he would be the first to betray her.

"Zhongda, how do you compare to this Rank 1 of Advisor Ranking?"

"If one day you two faced off, how confident are you of victory?"

"Your Highness, I rank far behind this man. Perhaps only by joining forces with Master Zhang Liang could we match him!"

Sima Yi feigned humility and quickly tried to shift the spotlight to Zhang Liang.

"Mister Zifang, what do you think?"

"Your Highness, for now, we have no conflict of interest with Mu Yi. Our priority is the Qin Dynasty's invasion!"

"I've received word that the tyrant Ying Zheng has gathered hundreds of thousands of troops, preparing to strike the Han Dynasty at any moment."

"If the Han Dynasty falls to the Qin Dynasty, we won't even qualify to confront the Vast Sea Dynasty."

"Let alone challenge the Rank 1 of Advisor Ranking."

"But for now, I must admit, there's a considerable gap between us and this Mu Yi."

"Just as Zhongda said, only if we work together could we possibly compete."

"Hmph, no need for such modesty, you two. In my eyes, your strategies are unmatched."

"Even if that Mu Yi is Rank 1 across the Nine Provinces, so what?"

"You will definitely defeat him."

"Still, Zifang is right. For now, our real enemy is the Qin Dynasty."

"Only if we destroy the Qin Dynasty can the Han Dynasty have a shot at unifying the Nine Provinces."

"Then both of you will earn the right to face off against the Rank 1 of Advisor Ranking."

"My two advisors, are you willing to face the future challenges alongside me?"

"By your command, Your Highness!"

"Good! With both of you by my side, what fear do I have for the grand cause?"

"Even the Qin Dynasty? Even Ying Zheng?"

"Anyone who dares block my path, I will annihilate them without mercy!"

"No one shall stand in my way!"

Jiang Yuyan declared proudly.

A wild glint burned in her eyes.

She was not the weak Jiang Yuyan of the past.

She would become the first female emperor to unify the Nine Provinces.

Ying Zheng might be strong, but in her hands, he would meet only defeat.

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Sui Dynasty.

Xiang Shaoyu Mansion.

"Master, compared to this Rank 1 of Advisor Ranking, who is stronger?"

Xiang Shaoyu asked curiously.

These days, he had grown familiar with the Sui Army and his role in it.

Though not yet fully matured.

The image of a future Overlord was gradually emerging.

Under his command, a military unit had quickly come under firm control.

Next, only through the flames of the battlefield could he truly grow.

Now, he felt he lacked an Advisor by his side.

Naturally, Fan Zeng was his first choice.

However, when comparing him to the Rank 1 of Advisor Ranking, the question still arose.

"Hehe, Yu'er, this kind of ranking considers not just strategy and capability, but also the power of one's backing."

"If I had an equal army and faced Mu Yi, I'm sure I could defeat him!"

"In terms of strategy, no one in the Nine Provinces can beat me!"

Fan Zeng chuckled with confidence and pride.

Even facing the Rank 1 Advisor, he felt no fear.

He firmly believed he was stronger than Mu Yi.

His low ranking was simply due to his currently weak influence.

Once he helped Xiang Shaoyu build a new power, he would climb the ranks.

Even reaching Rank 1 was possible!

Fan Zeng was supremely confident.

This wasn't an act to please Xiang Shaoyu.

He truly believed it.

Not just Fan Zeng, even Xiang Liang nodded confidently.

If they had had more troops before, they might not have lost to the tyrant Ying Zheng.

Now, to be subjected to such humiliation under Yang Guang was unacceptable.

With Xiang Shaoyu and Fan Zeng at the helm, they believed they would create a dynasty far greater than the Qin Dynasty or Vast Sea Dynasty.