indianbanksassociation Chapter 274 Sha Zhu Delivers the Imperial Decree, Turmoil in the Capital
Chapter 274 Sha Zhu Delivers the Imperial Decree, Turmoil in the Capital
He Yuzhu paced back and forth in his hotel room, unable to calm his emotions for a long time.
The decree from the Master was like a nuclear bomb, exploding in his mind.
The List of the World's Most Valuable Talents!
Exchange national achievements for cultivation resources!
He's just a cook!
Previously, his biggest dream was to become a head chef in the factory canteen, so that he could have more leftover meat and vegetables to take home to his younger sister.
But now?
The master actually wants him to take charge of the "rice bowl" of all cultivators in the world!
That's quite a leap!
He felt a little dizzy, as if he had drunk two jin of Erguotou (a type of Chinese liquor), the kind that isn't diluted with water.
"No, no, I need to calm down, I need to calm down..."
He Yuzhu walked to the window, opened it, and let the cold wind outside blow on his face.
The cold air helped to clear his head, which was burning from excitement and euphoria.
He began to carefully ponder the deeper meaning of the decree issued by the master.
Sir, why would you entrust such an important matter to me?
In terms of strength, he is definitely no match for Ares and Aiolia, those two powerful figures who could fight alien monsters head-on.
In terms of wisdom and strategy, he couldn't even come close to Zhang Sanfeng, that old immortal who had lived for hundreds of years.
In terms of prestige and mystery, he couldn't compare to Fang Qingxue, the icy beauty who ruled a mythical city.
Aside from being able to cook a few dishes, I don't seem to have any other strengths.
"Cook...ingredients...spiritual materials..."
He Yuzhu kept repeating these words to himself, when a flash of inspiration struck him!
He seems to understand a little!
The master appointed him to head the Divine Kitchen Hall precisely because he was a cook!
A pure cook!
In a chef's eyes, everything is an ingredient.
Whether it flies in the sky, runs on the ground, swims in the water, or grows in the soil, anything that is edible is food.
After the spiritual energy was restored, these "ingredients" all mutated and became so-called "heavenly treasures" and "spiritual roots and exotic herbs".
But in essence, they are still food!
What the master wanted to establish was the order of "food".
And He Yuzhu is the person who understands "food" the most!
It is most suitable and authoritative for him to determine the grade and price of all the rare materials in the world!
Because only he can truly discern what kind of "culinary effects" a particular spiritual material has, what kind of "dish" it is suitable for, and how much value it can bring out!
Having figured this out, He Yuzhu's unease and lack of confidence vanished instantly.
Instead, there was an unprecedented sense of pride and ambition!
Isn't it just about being a "god of wealth"?
I'll take it!
The master thinks highly of me, Sha Zhu, and entrusted me with such an important responsibility. If I were to cower and hesitate, would I still be a man?
"Let's do it!"
He Yuzhu slapped his thigh, his eyes becoming incredibly determined.
Without further hesitation, he immediately picked up the phone in the hotel room and dialed a special number that the Dragon Fang captain had left him.
……
The phone rang only once before it was answered.
"Mr. He?" The voice of Captain Longya came from the other end of the phone, sounding both excited and nervous.
He had been waiting for this call.
Ever since that day in Shennongjia when He Yuzhu promised to pass on his message, he had been in a state of anxious waiting.
He knew that this phone call would determine the future fate of China.
"It's me," He Yuzhu said in a deep voice, his voice unconsciously carrying a hint of the majesty of the "Master of the Divine Chef's Hall".
"I am here to convey the decree of the Lord."
The moment the words "decree" were uttered, Captain Longya on the other end of the phone paused for a second, his breath caught in his throat.
He knew the real show was about to begin.
"Mr. He, please speak! We are all ears!" His voice became extremely solemn.
Without uttering a word, He Yuzhu repeated Lin Fan's words to him verbatim.
"...From this day forward, all the rare and precious materials, spiritual roots and exotic herbs, and rare and exotic beasts in the world shall be under the jurisdiction of my Divine Chef Palace."
"...The Divine Chef's Palace will soon issue the 'List of Spiritual Materials of the World,' which will classify and price all things in the world."
"...If you want to obtain the listed spiritual materials from the Chinese government...you can bring your 'merit points' to the Divine Chef's Hall to exchange for them."
"...This is the first rule of the Divine Chef's Hall."
When He Yuzhu finished speaking, a long, deathly silence fell on the other end of the phone.
Captain Longya was completely stunned by the sheer amount of information contained in those words.
Although he didn't quite understand what "fixed product pricing" or "earning through merit" meant.
But he understood one thing.
That mysterious man wants to use this "God of Cookery" to control all the cultivation resources in the world!
What an overbearing declaration!
This is practically announcing to the whole world that he is the sole rule-maker of this new era!
After a long while, Captain Longya finally found his voice. In a dry, trembling voice, he asked, "Mr...Mr. He...do you mean...that from now on, if our authorities want to use those...those spiritual herbs or exotic beast materials, we must...obtain your permission?"
"It's not my consent," He Yuzhu corrected, "it's the rule of the Divine Chef's Hall."
"Of course, you are free to disregard this," He Yuzhu said calmly.
"However, you will have to bear the consequences yourselves."
Although these words were spoken casually, they were like a thunderclap to Captain Longya's ears!
Bear the consequences yourself?
Are you kidding me!
They can't even beat that man's pawns, yet they dare to bear the consequences of disobeying the man's rules.
Isn't that like an old man hanging himself, tired of living?
"No, no, no! We'll comply! We'll definitely comply!" Captain Dragon Fang was so scared he almost lost his mind, and quickly made his promise.
"We, the official government of China, absolutely support all the rules established by you, sir!"
"Very good." He Yuzhu nodded in satisfaction. "Relay my words to Li Zhenguo verbatim."
"Tell him that if he changes his mind, he can come to this hotel to find me."
"I'll just stay here and wait for him for one day."
After saying that, He Yuzhu hung up the phone.
He leaned back on the sofa and let out a long sigh.
He felt like he had just pulled off an incredibly impressive stunt.
This feeling... is actually quite enjoyable.
……
Command Center No. 1.
When Li Zhenguo learned of the "decree" conveyed by He Yuzhu through Captain Longya, he was stunned in his office.
In his hand, he held a newly compiled briefing on the nationwide spiritual resurgence.
The report details various plants and animals that have recently been discovered across the country that have mutated after absorbing spiritual energy.
For example, in the Changbai Mountains of Northeast China, a ginseng plant was discovered that can emit its own light, and its fruit can boost one's energy.
In the primeval forests of the southwest, a group of wild boars were discovered. They were as big as rhinoceroses, incredibly strong, and had awakened earth-based superpowers.
On an uninhabited island in the East China Sea, fishermen spotted a giant ribbonfish, over a hundred meters long, capable of spitting lightning...
These things, in the past, would have been considered fantastical and would have caused a huge sensation.
But now, they are China's strategic resources for the future!
Li Zhenguo and his think tank have been arguing fiercely for the past few days about how to develop, utilize, and allocate these valuable resources.
But now, He Yuzhu's single phone call has defined the nature of this matter.
All of these things are now under the jurisdiction of the "Divine Chef's Palace"!
Your official team wants to use it?
can.
Exchange it for "merits"!
Li Zhenguo sat in his chair, looking at the report in his hand, remaining silent for a long time.
He was neither angry nor did he feel that he was being "bullied" by that man.
Quite the opposite.
A surge of indescribable ecstasy welled up within him!
He finally understood!
He finally understood what the master's "guidance" really meant!
Sir, this is giving China a "cheat code"!
What is "merit"?
They have rendered meritorious service in protecting the country, spoken out for the people, and vanquished demons and monsters!
Isn't this exactly what these soldiers, these state apparatuses, do every day?
Sir, this is a way that they cannot refuse, to motivate, or even "force," them to become stronger and better at protecting this country and the people on this land!
As long as they do a good enough job, protect a stable enough country, and slay enough demons.
They can then exchange with the Divine Chef's Hall for enough cultivation resources to make them stronger!
This is a perfect, virtuous cycle!
And, most importantly!
This "exchange system" is currently only open to the official Huaxia (China) government!
What does this mean?
This means that, at a time when people all over the world are still fighting tooth and nail for a piece of meat from a strange beast or a mutated herb.
They, the Chinese, will have a stable, reliable, and almost unlimited official channel for the supply of cultivation resources!
They will leave the whole world far behind!
"Brilliant! Absolutely brilliant!"
Li Zhenguo slammed his hand on the table and stood up excitedly.
"Sir, your actions have not only laid a foundation for the eternal prosperity of China, but have also pointed out a broad road to strength and prosperity for us!"
He glanced at his secretary, who was equally shocked, and loudly ordered, "Prepare the car!"
"I must see Mr. He Yuzhu in person immediately!"
"No! I'm going to pay my respects to the Lord of the Divine Chef's Palace!"