"Is that really necessary? With our strength, even if they all resist, they wouldn't be able to do anything to us. This isn't a Golden Immortal secret realm where cultivation can't be used."
Wan Lei hesitated for a moment and said.
"It's entirely necessary. Even if you don't fear their resistance, what about when facing enemies? Can a scattered, unmotivated force be compared to completely controlled, high-spirited warriors?
Can you fight a war relying solely on yourself? In the end, you still need them.
Therefore, you must have absolute control over the army. All soldiers should be as responsive to you as your own limbs, only then can the army's strength be maximized. You were also a soldier before, how could you not understand this principle?
And then there's the power of faith. An army with faith is absolutely fearless of death. As long as it's their deity's command, even if you tell them to die, they will do so without hesitation. Such an army, how could its combat power not be strong?
Later, when you battle other Mahayana stage cultivators, the wars below will depend on them.
Therefore, whether for self-preservation against rebellion or for defeating enemies, controlling and brainwashing these tribal people is absolutely necessary."
"Alright, alright, I'll listen to you, I'll listen to you."
Wan Lei nodded profusely, then suddenly looked at Fang Xiaoyu,
"Wife, why aren't you saying anything?"
"Gouzi is right. We'll do as he says, no objections. But I have another idea we can add."
"Speak."
"They seem to call the beasts they raise 'sacred beasts' and revere them greatly. Earlier, during our conversations, I think I heard them mention terms like 'sacred divine beast.' So, I was wondering, can we also create a sacred divine beast?
Let them believe in it, and thus further convince them that we are deities."
"Create a sacred divine beast?"
"Yes. We can tell them that our power is bestowed by the sacred divine beast, which is why we could defeat sixth-tier cultivators with fourth-tier strength.
Also, I noticed those less intelligent, non-speaking sacred beasts are quite infatuated with us. Although it's because of the Myriad Beast Formation, we can attribute it to the sacred divine beast, which is why the sacred beasts are so enamored with us.
The Thunder Beast in the Myriad Beast Formation can also be said to be bestowed upon us by the sacred divine beast."
"But where can we find a sacred divine beast?"
Hearing this, Fang Xiaoyu smiled charmingly, raised Gouzi high with both hands,
"There, isn't this it? A talking, intelligent dog that can also unleash lightning. It can completely serve as a sacred divine beast.
You give the Myriad Beast Formation to Gouzi, let Gouzi absorb its aura. Then, when those sacred beasts come to worship the dog, wouldn't that suffice?
During battles, let Gouzi return the Myriad Beast Formation to you, and you can use it to command the sacred beasts in combat. Everything will fall into place naturally."
"But Gouzi's combat power isn't strong. Won't it be exposed if it makes a move?"
"Gouzi can handle ordinary demonic beasts, but it doesn't need to make a move.
Having the divine beast personally intervene would be an insult to all its believers. They would rather die than trouble the sacred divine beast; this is the power of faith."
"I think it's perfectly fine."
Wan Lei nodded.
"I also think it's feasible. I only need to act cool, and I'm good at that."
Gouzi also nodded.
"Alright, now we need to give Gouzi a resounding name.
Alas, we've always called it Gouzi and Gouzi, we've never given it a name.
What should it be called? Little Yellow? Gou Dan? Hammer?"
"I've said it a hundred times, I am the origin lightning of the Moral Plane. My name is Jiuxiao Yuán Lei. What Little Yellow or Gou Dan, I spit!"
"Okay, then from now on, you shall be called... Jiuxiao Yuán Shen."
"No problem."
After the future management and faith policies were decided, Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu sat quietly for a while longer.
Just as they were preparing to go to the Qian Kingdom warrior encampment, a young girl suddenly walked in from outside.
"You are..."
Wan Lei looked at the girl before him, somewhat puzzled.
The girl wore a thick hat, a rather ornate one, more symbolic than practical. She also wore a necklace made of wolf teeth around her neck.
"Greetings, deity. My name is Deng Yan Jū Líng. I am the chieftain's granddaughter. My grandfather sent me to deliver wine and food to the deity, saying that from now on, I am to serve the deity."
"No need, we..."
Before Wan Lei could finish speaking, Fang Xiaoyu reached out and accepted the wine and food being presented.
"Alright, thank you."
As she turned, Fang Xiaoyu secretly gave Wan Lei a look.
Then, the two placed the wine and food on the table, arranged them, put the meat pieces on plates, poured the wine into cups, and then picked up Gouzi, placing it on a seat.
Following that, the two stepped back, standing on either side of the table, their demeanor extremely respectful.
And Gouzi also put on a convincing act, eating slowly and deliberately.
"Hehe."
The innocent girl giggled, covering her mouth, watching them, finding it very amusing.
"What are you laughing at?"
Wan Lei glanced at her coldly.
"I feel like you are very similar to us beast tamers. When you have something good, you can't bear to eat it yourself and give it to the sacred beast first. You'd rather go hungry than mistreat the sacred beast you raise.
This dog is so cute..."
"Say one more word, and I'll tear you apart and feed you to it."
Wan Lei's eyes flashed with anger.
"Shut up, Wan Lei. We are guests, you are not allowed to be disrespectful to our hosts."
Fang Xiaoyu rebuked.
"But she is being disrespectful to the sacred divine beast..."
"Shut up! Don't say another word!"
Fang Xiaoyu became furious, clenching her fists tightly, as if ready to make a move against Wan Lei at any moment.
Seeing this, Wan Lei could only withdraw sulkily.
"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I won't dare again."
Deng Yan Jū Líng quickly bowed and apologized, appearing so scared she was about to kneel.
"It's alright, don't be afraid. We are here to lead you out of disaster and back to your homeland, not to harm you. Don't be afraid."
Fang Xiaoyu walked to Deng Yan Jū Líng's side, took her small hand, and spoke in a very gentle tone.
Fang Xiaoyu was already very beautiful, and her peerless countenance combined with a gentle smile made it impossible for anyone to feel ill will. Her words immediately made Deng Yan Jū Líng feel grateful and relieved.
"Alright, now I have something to ask of you. Do you know where the encampment of those Qian Kingdom warriors is?"
"I know."
"Then could you take us there? We have something to discuss with them."
"Okay."
Following Deng Yan Jū Líng, Lei Yu walked towards the Qian Kingdom warrior encampment. Along the way, many members of the Deng Yan tribe they encountered bowed to them.
"The large tent up ahead is theirs. I'll go report."
After saying this, Deng Yan Jū Líng ran into the encampment.
"Yo, little sister-in-law is here, welcome, welcome."
"Quick, make some seats, make some seats."
The warriors, upon seeing Deng Yan Jū Líng, immediately stood up with smiling faces.