399 Volition of the People and Core of Siderite! (2/2)
Once Sun Chengfeng heard him, he looked hopeless as well as he said, ”Just by listening to Old Forefather, it is evident that Old Forefather has lived a life of a recluse for years and have had many interesting experiences. This junior is already shaken just hearing the first few items and knows that there’s no hope to obtain it, but Old Forefather has actually acquired each one of them. Your reputation truly matches your talent. However, I’d like to ask how can the Globule of People’s Volition be obtained? How does one begin with the so-called massive manpower, resources, and wealth? As for the core of siderite, what is it? Please explain!”
As soon as he finished, Sun Chengfeng raised his hand to give himself a slap.
He was ignorant indeed. He did not deserve to call himself the heir of a Physician Genius. He had actually never heard most of the rare medicinal ingredients in the prescription given by his ancestor.
Moreover, he did not even understand the principles behind the condition and it's medical treatment, thus making him deeply aware of the difference between him and his ancestor. They were worlds apart!
How could his mere skill be worthy of the title Physician Genius?
The fancy titles of God of Physician had truly made him content with his current abilities, and no longer endeavored to improve himself!
Yun Yang said faintly, ”I didn’t explain it clearly just now. The Globule of People’s Volition can be obtained when the time is right, once the manpower, resources and wealth are available. It is the core of siderite that is truly troubling!”
”May I ask Old Forefather, that what is the Globule of People’s Volition? Since it needs manpower, resources and wealth, this junior can be of use here!” Sun Chengfeng asked humbly.
”Actually, there are three ways to obtain the globule; they are all different but they lead to the same result. First, it’s to have good ties everywhere, be liked by everyone, and become the symbol of a living Buddha to families. Then the people’s volition will naturally be obtained. The globule’s quality will be the best by using this method, but this will take the longest time.”
”Secondly, which is what this old man wants to do, is to gather massive manpower, resources, and wealth to develop a man-made opportunity and deceive the people’s minds, so that the volition can be collected from the people in a particular area. It will take up a relatively shorter time, but its quality will be poorer since it’s not naturally made. However, I only want it as an ailment and what I do will benefit those involved too, so it can’t exactly be considered cheating. As for the third way… I'd rather not mention it.”
Lan Wuxin and Sun Chengfeng were both bewildered as the latter questioned in confusion, ”Why is Old Forefather only speaking half the story? What is this third method?”
Lan Wuxin spoke as well, ”Listening to Elder Yun, I assume the third method must be the easiest and takes the shortest time. One must adapt according to urgency; even if it’s something that’s not supposed to be done, we should probably consider it!”
Yun Yang shook his head and said in a low voice, ”The so-called Globule of People’s Volition sounds absolutely majestic, but the basis of it is simply the choice of one’s dedication.”
Lan Wuxin was immediately alert; he could vaguely guess what the third method Yun Yang was reluctant to speak of was!
Yun Yang paused before resuming his explanation, ”Personally, the people’s support is a taboo to be brought up, but to the royalty, it’s not a big deal. Just a royal seal alone contains a great amount of the people’s volition. With a specific method, the volition can then be extracted and condensed into a globule.”
Lan Wuxin said, ”That is an easy feat. His Majesty knows that Elder Yun has come and has been wanting to pay a visit. The Globule of People’s Volition is only a matter of mentioning it to His Majesty and request to use the seal momentarily. It’s not a problem.”
Yun Yang sighed softly, ”Chancellor Lan has no idea. This old man’s injury is severe and needs to use a lot of dedication. I’d at least use a tenth of the volition contained in the seal and the imperial jade seal is what ties the people together. How can this old man damage the nation’s wellbeing just for my own personal gain?”
Lan Wuxin grew even more assured. The old man was left with a handful of years to live, but he was still reluctant to disrupt Ziyou’s prosperity for his personal gain; his good intentions towards Ziyou was evident. If so, what was a tenth of the people’s volition? As long as this old man could be saved, he would be the Empire of Ziyou’s guardian. Every part stood to gain from this transaction.
Lan Wuxin was more than happy to say that he was willing to give Yun Yang more than the amount of dedication power he wanted, so he could tie this Old Forefather onto the Empire of Ziyou’s war chariot. As for recovering the assassin’s soul, it would only be a matter of course!
Lan Wuxin said in all seriousness, ”Elder Yun, what is urgent comes first. Your injury is of the utmost priority now. I believe that His Majesty will understand and shall lend his jade seal without hesitation. It’s decided then. There's no need to be shy, Elder Yun; your reticence will only slight our good intentions!”
Yun Yang shook his head for the third time. ”Who would want to die if there’s a cure available? Even if His Majesty is willing to borrow the jade seal and the globule is secured, I still lack the core of siderite. I'm still unable to achieve my goal.”
Sun Chengfeng looked distressed and asked, ”Yes, we’re still missing the core of siderite, even if we do secure the globule. However, what actually is the core of siderite?”
Yun Yang smiled. ”There’s no need to be worked up over it. Everything in this world is destined. Of course, it would be best if we have it; that would be a blessing from heaven, but without it, this old man shall accept that fate as well. I’ve lived to this age, exceeding much of the common people’s longevity; it’s more than enough. What else can’t I let go of?”
Lan Wuxin frowned and said thoughtfully, ”I seem to recall something regarding the siderite… When the Empire of Ziyou was in the making, the heavens bestowed its blessing. When a meteor fell from the sky, the continent was shaken by calamities; earthquake, fire, and tsunamis swept across half the land…”
”The founding emperor managed to tame the meteorite’s power and built this empire with his army… I just don’t know if the siderite remains. If it does, will be it the core of siderite that you need?”