I was reborn as the villain

Along the way, Chen Zhimo saw a different scene: Shucang City was prosperous.

"Sir, it is thanks to you that Shucang Kingdom has become so prosperous!" the little emperor said with emotion. He was not an ungrateful person. He knew Chen Zhimo's kindness to him and the entire royal family.

Chen Zhimo bowed and said, "This is your Majesty's way of governing the country. I am just following the flow."

The young emperor held Chen Zhimo's hand and said, "Sir, we agreed that we don't need to call ourselves a vassal when there are no outsiders around. You are being too polite again."

Chen Zhimo smiled and did not refuse. He really did not like so many rules.

"I heard that you have learned the method of cultivating immortals, and now you have become an immortal?" Xun Liuyan said.

"Where did you hear this? It's not that exaggerated. I just got closer to some immortal cultivators." Chen Zhimo said with a smile.

"Since you have joined Yinhe Kongyun Mountain, one of the ten major sects in Linghai, you are like an immortal. In the eyes of the people, you are no longer a mortal." Xun Liuyan looked a little uncomfortable when she said this.

"Princess, look at what you said. Even if someone enters a sect to practice, he is still a human being. Even if he has some supernatural powers, he is still a human being. There is nothing to be proud of. Aren't we friends? You asked me to be more polite, but you shouldn't praise me too much either." Chen Zhimo said casually.

Xun Liuyan regained her spirits after hearing what Chen Zhimo said, and there was a strange heat hidden in her eyes when she looked at Chen Zhimo.

"I wonder what your current level of cultivation is?" the little emperor asked. Although he couldn't practice cultivation, he still yearned for the way of cultivating immortals, otherwise he wouldn't have asked Chen Zhimo for a chance to find a solution to Xun's inability to practice.

"I don't have any cultivation. I can't practice due to physical reasons." Chen Zhimo said it calmly. Now Chen Zhimo has the strength to protect himself, and there is no need to hide the fact that he can't practice.

"But I can bring out the fighting power of Lu Yaotian." Chen Zhimo's statement was relatively modest. It was hard to estimate his actual fighting power.

“Lu Yaotian?!”, the little emperor and Xun Liuyan both exclaimed in surprise. You know, in their eyes, those who are at the Sanyuan realm are all top-notch masters, and the Feitian realm is even more out of reach for them. Now when they hear Chen Zhimo say that he can exert the combat power of Lu Yaotian who is at the Guiruo realm, how could they not be surprised?

After being shocked, the little emperor asked with a longing look on his face: "Sir, may I ask that since you are able to exert the fighting power of Lu Yaotian with a body that cannot be cultivated, can we, the descendants of the Xun family who cannot cultivate, also do the same?"

Chen Zhimo shook his head slightly and said, "Your Majesty, it's not that I don't want to teach this way, but this way requires opportunity and talent, and some methods cannot be passed on."

Seeing Xun Liuchen was a little disappointed, Chen Zhimo continued: "However, if the Xun royal family is really interested, they can select some young people to go to Kailing Island to practice formations. At least they can have some self-protection power. If someone has excellent talent in formations, maybe he can become a generation of formation masters."

"Really?" the little emperor became excited.

"I can still make the decision on this matter," Chen Zhimo nodded.

"Okay, I'll arrange it when I get back. Can I practice?"

"Your Majesty, I'm afraid your talent is not in the formation. Don't waste your time. Just focus on governing the country well. No one can hurt you."

Chen Zhimo had already sent Hundred Shadow Guards to protect Xun Liuchen. Plus, with the intimidation of the Xun family's ancestor, ordinary people really couldn't do anything to him.

The three of them chatted all the way and soon arrived at the palace. During the banquet, everyone toasted each other. Many princes and ministers came to toast Chen Zhimo and kept saying flattering words. Chen Zhimo had to force a smile when he heard them.

The banquet did not last long and was soon stopped by Xun Liuchen. It was enough to give Chen Zhimo enough face. He also knew that Chen Zhimo did not like this kind of scene.

Xun Liuchen called Chen Zhimo to the inner court, took Chen Zhimo's hand and said, "Sir, I know you don't like these scenes, so I tried to simplify the process when welcoming you. The banquet just now was just a formality. We will simplify it if possible, and avoid it if possible."

"Yes, Your Majesty is afraid that you will not like it, so he has tried to simplify it as much as possible. Now it would be better for the three of us to have a good time reminiscing about the past." Xun Liuyan smiled sweetly and gracefully.

"Thank you very much, Your Majesty, for your kindness to me." Chen Zhimo cast a grateful look towards Xun Liuchen.

"It's rare for you to come home, sir. I know your family is waiting for you, but I really have too many things to discuss with you. I hope you won't blame me."

"Your Majesty, why blame yourself? The most important things of the country should be put first."

"Sir, you are righteous and worthy of being the country's assistant teacher."

Afterwards, Xun Liuchen discussed some major events in the court and national development strategies with Chen Zhimo. Xun Liuchen has been progressing according to the strategy formulated when Chen Zhimo left. The whole country has become prosperous in politics, economy, commerce, and culture, but Xun Liuchen urgently needs to formulate more ambitious policies. Fortunately, Chen Zhimo came back at the right time.

Chen Zhimo and Xun Liuchen talked all night long. Xun Liuyan was also a strong woman and offered some good suggestions from time to time. The three of them became more and more interested in the conversation and did not feel sleepy at all.

"Okay, okay, sir, your remarks have enlightened me. Why didn't I think of using this to govern the country? It's brilliant!"

"Your Majesty, I have written down all the discussions tonight."

"Well, we need to sort it out and then formulate practical systems and policies for governing the country." Xun Liuchen said excitedly.

"I understand, but there are still many areas where I need your advice, Master Taizuo."

"Of course, sir, you must stay for a while longer this time and plan state affairs for me." When it comes to national affairs, Xun Liuchen becomes serious.

"Your Majesty is a man of great talent and vision, and will surely realize his ambitions."

"Let's stop here today. Otherwise, you can rest in the palace. Once you have rested, I will ask the chief ministers of the ten ministries and ten branches to come and listen to your teachings."

"Your Majesty, I'd better go home first." Chen Zhimo said with a wry smile. He didn't expect that the little emperor would talk endlessly about state affairs. However, this also shows that the little emperor is a diligent and good emperor.

"After I reunite with my family, I will go to the palace to discuss state affairs with Your Majesty and see the results of the reforms of the ten ministries and ten offices."

Before Chen Zhimo left Shucang State, he presented a plan for the reform of the civil service system, which included the reform directions of the ten departments and ten centers. However, no specific reform plan was put forward. Now it remains to be seen what results they can come up with.

"Alright, alright, I am sorry for being rude. Someone, send Master Taizuo back home immediately."