Whether Lu Chen has magical powers or not can be put aside for now. Both Zi Yan and Liu Kang are convinced of his ability to make money.
Now that he says he has a plan, they must listen to it. Maybe it can benefit them a lot.
Liu Kang then gently placed the wine glass in his hand on the table. After making sure it was stable, he bowed and said, "I wonder what your opinion is, Immortal Master? I would like to hear it in detail."
Lu Chen clapped his hands and had several large canvases brought over. He pointed at the contents on them and said, "First, we need to confirm one thing. The idea of the Mother of No Birth is good and the best. Do you two have any objection to this?"
Liu Kang and Zi Yan are both high-ranking members of the White Lotus Sect. How could they possibly dig up their own roots?
With Lu Chen chatting like this, they certainly had nothing to talk about.
Seeing that the two had no objections, Lu Chen pointed to the second canvas and said, "Although there is nothing wrong with the concept, I have discovered through my understanding over this period of time that there are still many problems that need to be solved in terms of actual operation."
"First of all, we, the White Lotus Sect, have always said that we want to overthrow the rule of the Great Qi Dynasty. But have you ever thought about how we, the White Lotus Sect, will rule the people of the world if we really overthrow the rule of the Great Qi Dynasty?"
"Could it be that we're still going to have the Three Dukes and Nine Ministers, the Three Departments and Six Ministries, just like the previous dynasties? And continue to let those scholars run the country?"
"If that's the case, why are we even bothering with this?"
Lu Chen's question was very profound, and Liu Kang and Zi Yan looked thoughtful at the time.
Yes, in recent years everyone has been calling for the overthrow of the brutal rule of Da Qi. However, from the top leaders of the White Lotus Sect to the ordinary believers of the White Lotus Sect, how many people have ever thought about it and can clearly say what kind of regime should be established after overthrowing the rule of Da Qi?
The White Lotus Sect's teachings are to believe in the Mother of No Birth, and that one can return to their homeland of emptiness after death.
But what should we do while we are alive? We can't overthrow the rule of the Great Qi Dynasty and then let everyone commit suicide, right?
Seeing that both of them had begun to ponder this question, Lu Chen added fuel to the fire, "I believe the main reason why our White Lotus Sect has failed to achieve anything over the years is this: we lack a clear goal, no guiding principles, and no way to paint a picture of a beautiful world in which the rule of the Great Qi can be overthrown for the people."
"I've been pondering this in the Yangzhou branch these days, and I've actually come up with some solutions. Regarding this matter, we have two options. The first is to establish a theocratic state."
"Regarding this point, we should refer to the target. In fact, even though Tibet is a theocratic state today, there are also many other theocratic states further west of them."
"In those countries, the leader is the most respected person, and the emperor is just a worker. In those countries, missionaries have the highest status, and the nobles have to rank behind them."
Lu Chen glanced at everyone present and said in a very provocative tone, "Think about it, everyone. If one day you were walking down the street and a group of nobles on horseback came towards you, and they all dismounted and bowed to you, what an honor it would be!"
Those members of the Yangzhou branch who had been brainwashed by Lu Chen all showed longing expressions on their faces after hearing this.
Even the people Liu Kangxin brought with him couldn't help but feel dazed when they thought of the picture Lu Chen described.
Even Liu Kang couldn't help but nod his head in praise, saying, "Master, this idea is brilliant. We, the servants of the gods, should indeed be superior to those nobles. Those nobles are idiots. Without our suppression, they will bring this country to ruin."
"Oh right, Master, you just said this is the first method? What about the second method?"
Lu Chen waved his hand, signaling a new canvas. He pointed to the new canvas and said, "Before I talk about the second method, I want to give you some basic knowledge. How big do you think this land we are on is? How many countries are there on it?"
Of course, it was impossible for Liu Kang and Zi Yan to answer such a difficult question.
So when Lu Chen told them the actual area of the earth, as well as the number of countries and population sizes that may exist at this stage, both of them were stunned!
Liu Kang was incredulous, "There are actually so many countries? And they cover such a vast area?"
Lu Chen snapped his fingers and said, "So, I've been saying this before. I think it's really boring that the White Lotus Sect has always been pursuing the overthrow of the rule of Da Qi. The world is so big, with so many countries and populations that we can rule. Why do we have to limit our sights to Da Qi?"
"This is the second method I want to talk about. We don't need to establish a specific religion, but we must be able to control the beliefs of all people. No matter which country's emperor or king wants to ascend the throne in the future, he must be blessed by the leader of our holy religion. Only then can it be considered legitimate. Otherwise, it will be illegal and everyone in the world can attack it."
Liu Kang and Zi Yan stared at Lu Chen in amazement, obviously they were stunned by the scene Lu Chen described.
Although they were members of the White Lotus Sect, and although they had always said they wanted to overthrow the rule of the Great Qi.
Thinking that all future changes of the throne would require their consent, Liu Kang and Zi Yan trembled with excitement.
In this land, imperial power has always been sacred and inviolable and is the highest power.
But according to Lu Chen, one day they will be able to easily play with the imperial power in their hands. What an amazing thing that would be!
Liu Kang's nose was already red with excitement. If he could manipulate the imperial power at his fingertips, then what about the imperial concubine?
Zi Yan took a deep breath, calmed herself down, and said, "This operation is very difficult, right? What if an emperor who is unwilling to obey us appears?"
"So, our Holy Church needs to seize military power. We need a powerful army. I will temporarily name this army the Crusaders. We will also establish an Inquisition within the Church. Anyone who dares to question the authority of the Mother of No Birth will be sentenced to death!"
"Anyone who dares not believe in the Mother of No Birth will be wiped out wherever our army marches! It is our duty to spread the glory of the Mother of No Birth throughout the world!"
"What's a mere Da Qi? The whole world belongs to the Mother of No Birth!"
As he blew, Lu Chen himself became excited. He raised the glass in his hand and said, "Come! I toast to you two. May we realize this great dream in our lifetime!"
Upon hearing this, Liu Kang and Zi Yan also raised their glasses and said enthusiastically, "For the Mother of No Life, for the Holy White Lotus Sect!"
"Hahaha! So satisfying!"
Lu Chen drank the wine in his hand in one gulp, then threw the glass to the ground with great courage!
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