I Made You Imperial Preceptor, So Why Are You Reforming the World?

[Reform and modernization + unified dynasty + no System + nearly invincible + ensemble cast] As the leader who revived the Tianze Cult, Su Ze knows how to govern. When it comes to recruitment, Su Ze makes a point of tricking disciples who seem to fit the protagonist mold into joining his cause. Economically, Su Ze has these disciples use their talents to join other sacred sects, acquire resources, and funnel them back to the Tianze Cult. As for governance, Su Ze rejects the belief that gods should be revered above all, and strives to put the people at the heart of the Way. This approach to governance soon attracts the ruler of the Dacheng Kingdom, who comes to study under him. The ruler says, “My kingdom's three great vassal states each act on their own. My decrees can't reach the whole country, and the road to restoring its former glory gets harder every day!” Su Ze smiles calmly. He has already drawn up a set of reforms tailored to Dacheng. “Your Majesty, there's no need to despair. I have a brilliant plan to bring Dacheng back from darkness!” The ruler brightens. “What plan?” “Abolish the vassal lords and centralize power. Establish a centralized dynasty, return authority to the court, and unite the realm!” The ruler is stunned and praises the idea again and again. “This reform is an unprecedented innovation, the first of its kind in all history!” “I have another proposal: put the people at the heart of the Way, and Dacheng can truly prosper!” The ruler bursts into tears. “I would be honored to appoint the ‘Sword God’ as my Imperial Preceptor!” In public, Su Ze is the Sword God Su Bingli, Imperial Preceptor of Dacheng. In secret, he is the Tianze Cult's foremost restorer, the greatest cult leader of all time, a senior special instructor to five disciples with protagonist molds, and the Tianze Cult's celebrated economist...