Chapter 317: Teaching the Way and Resolving Issues, Chen Changsheng’s Emperor Technique
“Tsk tsk!”
“Miss Moon Shadow, you seem to be in a bit of a predicament. Did something happen?”
At this moment, Moon Shadow had some bl**d stains on her body, and her aura was very rushed, clearly indicating that she had just experienced a great battle.
In contrast, Chen Changsheng and Potato were happily eating mulberries.
“There’s nothing to worry about. I just tripped a bit on the road. As long as you are happy, I can rest assured.”
“Hehehe!”
“Miss Moon Shadow is indeed kind-hearted. Since everything has been settled, let’s continue on our way.”
Saying this, Chen Changsheng led Potato onward.
Moon Shadow, who had just gone through a fierce battle, could only follow in his footsteps.
“Young Master, did you go to the mulberry mountain?”
Faced with the two’s relaxed demeanor, Moon Shadow couldn’t help but ask.
“Yes.”
“Then how did you get out of the Heavenly Silkworm Clan? The Beast Clan isn’t exactly easy to negotiate with for the Human and Demon Clans.”
Upon hearing this, Chen Changsheng did not respond immediately but casually handed over a few mulberries.
Although Moon Shadow was not used to Chen Changsheng’s laid-back behavior, she chose to compromise after what had just happened.
Seeing Moon Shadow eat the mulberries, Chen Changsheng smiled and said.
“Wherever there are people, there is society; where there are living beings, there are conflicts.”
“No race can coexist peacefully with all living beings. There are conflicts between races, and deep-seated grudges between living beings.”
“These are very common matters. Negotiating with enemies is indeed harder than with friends, but it’s not entirely impossible.”
“As long as you find what the other party wants and possess enough leverage to make them think twice about turning against you, you can negotiate terms with enemies.”
“For instance, Miss Moon Shadow, even though you dislike my actions, under the threat of my power, you still chose to compromise.”
Upon hearing this, Moon Shadow immediately replied, “Young Master, you misunderstand. I would never dare to be disrespectful to you.”
“Hehehe!”
“Don’t be anxious. I am not blaming you; it’s normal not to like me.”
“Just as it is said, it’s hard to please everyone, and no one can make everyone like them, myself included.”
“But there is something you haven’t realized: although you dislike me, you still have to listen to my orders.”
“Have you ever thought about why this is the case?”
“Is it because Hu Qiuyue wants you to listen to me, or is it due to my immense strength?”
“As far as I know, you are likely to be the next leader of the Fox Clan, so you hold considerable power.”
“Even if you and I have a disagreement, as long as it hasn’t completely soured, Hu Qiuyue might not punish you.”
“Given that, why are you so obedient in front of me?”
Upon hearing this, Moon Shadow said, “The Young Master’s strength is extraordinary, and his methods are incredible. I must obey.”
“Hehehe!”
“That explanation is somewhat reasonable, but it doesn’t address the real issue.”
“Yes, my strength is undeniable, but have you ever seen my methods?”
“Since you have never seen my techniques, where does your fear come from? Are you perhaps scared by rumors?”
“If that’s the case, that would be the biggest joke in the world.”
“As the next leader of the Qingqiu Fox Clan, it’s right for you to maintain respect when facing legendary figures, but you shouldn’t be frightened.”
“So, back to the question: if you aren’t scared by those rumors, why do you choose to listen to me?”
Saying this, Chen Changsheng extended his right hand, and a mulberry quietly lay in his palm.
Looking at the mulberry in front of her, Moon Shadow fell into deep thought.
After a long while, she picked up the mulberry and put it in her mouth, saying, “The reason I cannot resist in front of the Young Master is that I can’t figure out how to counter your tricks.”
“Moreover, I can’t predict what you will use to trick me next.”
“Your methods against me are clever, and the intensity is controlled to perfection.”
“They can make me feel pain, yet do not provoke me into a rage where I would flip the table.”
“In such situations, I find myself in a dilemma, ultimately leading me to choose compromise.”
“Hahaha!”
After hearing Moon Shadow’s response, Chen Changsheng laughed happily.
“Indeed, with you in the Qingqiu Fox Clan, the next era will not face too many tribulations.”
“Knowing how to inflict pain on enemies without them turning hostile is an art.”
“It’s a diplomatic art between races and spirits. Mastering this art allows you to lead a race.”
“Loose cultivators are different from those with power. Loose cultivators rely only on brute force; strength is paramount.”
“But those with influence must consider many factors, unless the gap in strength is too great.”
“Otherwise, the major forces are not as free as you might think.”
Upon hearing Chen Changsheng’s words, Moon Shadow felt as though a door to a new Crimson Realm had opened in her heart.
This was something she had never contemplated before.
“Young Master, may I ask you a question?”
“Go ahead.”
“Did you come up with all of this on your own?”
“Of course not. I am not some omnipotent deity in the mouths of mortals. Everything I have, I have learned.”
“Where did you learn it from?”
“From mortals.”
“From mortals?”
“Yes, this is the emperor’s technique that mortals speak of. Perhaps some principles from mortals do not apply to cultivators.”
“As wise spirits, we should learn to extract the essence and discard the dross, and also learn to draw inferences from one instance to another.”
“Only rigidly sticking to rules is the mark of a mediocre talent. Learning to apply concepts flexibly is the sign of a clever person.”
“Being able to apply concepts creatively and generate new ideas is what makes an excellent leader.”
“Mediocre talents can bring troubles to their forces. As long as the larger environment remains stable, problems won’t be too significant.”
“Clever individuals can solve tricky issues for their forces. Even when the larger environment is chaotic, they can protect their factions.”
“And an excellent leader, regardless of the environment faced, will lead their race to achieve greater success.”
“Ultimately, you can become that kind of person; the power lies in your own hands. You must think it through.”
After listening, Moon Shadow respectfully performed a bow to Chen Changsheng.
Because Chen Changsheng was imparting wisdom, teaching, and resolving doubts.
“Thank you for your guidance, Young Master. I will forever remember your kindness.”
“Hehehe!”
“It’s just some casual conversation, no need to be so serious.”
“If you truly want to learn something beyond cultivation, I suggest you take a trip to the Mountain River Academy.”
“There, you can learn much more.”
Upon hearing this, Moon Shadow briefly displayed a hint of hesitation.
“The Mountain River Academy is the hall of the Supreme Saint of the Human Clan. Would they allow the Demon Clan to seek knowledge?”
“Of course they would, because that old scholar’s principle is to teach without discrimination.”
