As soon as they entered Xiaye City, along the way, Li Tian and Shen Guang were so domineering that they ran rampant in the streets. Apart from not beating gongs and drums, they also made a fuss. The strange thing was that the officers and soldiers patrolling the city walked around after seeing it.
Let's go, no one from the Jianghu gang wants to take the lead. The common people don't dare to speak when they encounter such an arrogant person.
Li Tian and other people arrived at the official post house. As soon as they were notified, a group of people ran out of the house. Jiangxia's official post house treated Li Tian and others as if they were receiving emperors. They arranged accommodation for Li Tian and others with high standards, and at the same time refused
Check-in of any other persons.
Both parties know it well. If you don't tell me, I will pretend to be confused. This society is very hierarchical, and the room where Li Tian and Shengun live is not something that a caravan can enjoy at all. What kind of treatment does one enjoy at any level?
Things cannot be built with money. Even the number of houses awarded to officials has strict regulations, and you can't build as many as you want. Unless it is an official's private residence, it must be small and large.
Don't let others gossip.
"Li Tian, you are really right. We have been so arrogant all the time, and the government in Jiangxia has become a fucking turtle. Look at the group of people in the post house. They are all like grandsons. It is obvious that
They know our identities. Now that we have arrived at Xiaye, what should we do next?" Shengun looked at Li Tian and asked.
"Wait! Wait for them to make a move. We have made such a big noise, and the Long family is not a fool. They must be thinking of countermeasures. This place is relatively safe, and the Long family does not dare to go against the Jiangxia court after all. Let's make a move
Tighten the inside and loosen the outside, ask the brothers to investigate the situation of the Long family clearly within two days, and get to know their basics first." Only by knowing oneself and the other can one be victorious in every battle, and Li Tian also knew that underestimating the other party was tantamount to creating trouble for himself.
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"Lord Li Tian, I think we have to be on guard against those gangs. These people seem to be scattered, but once they unite, they are a force that cannot be underestimated." Guo Jing said.
"Brother Guo, it's up to you to handle this matter. You have full authority to handle external matters. The Divine Envoy and I are waiting here for your news. By the way, bring Zhou Bao with you. He is from Jiangxia and has been on the road.
, I am relatively familiar with things here.”
After Li Tian finished speaking, the magic stick patted Zhou Bao's shoulder and said earnestly: "Baozi, this is your first time to perform a mission on behalf of Chaodu. Don't lose the face of this divine envoy. Remember one important thing,
If you take action, you must show no mercy. Especially after the battle, you must clean up the scene and not let go of even a tael of silver."
Guo Jing quickly pulled Zhou Bao out. Otherwise, he didn't know how long this magic stick could last.
In another inn, Ghost Military Advisor Yang Sheng was also listening to reports from his subordinates and analyzing Li Tian's purpose here.
Since the last war, Yang Sheng was defeated and returned to Guihe. On the surface, he was deprived of power by Emperor Jiafeng of Guihe and no longer reused, and Yang Sheng gradually faded out of people's sight. Secretly, Emperor Jiafeng of Guihe gave
Yang Sheng had two secret missions. The first was to recruit some masters from the martial arts world and cultivate a team of cold-blooded killers. The second was to ask Yang Sheng to secretly unite with the six countries outside the customs to prepare for another attack on Chaodu.
After the last defeat, Yang Sheng and Emperor Jiafeng Qian Fu also made an analysis. They believed that the reason why Chaodu was able to win this war was that, first, Li Tian took advantage of the battle between the Guihe and Daan armies, and second, Li Tian
There are indeed several generals under his command who are good at fighting.
Those who are stable and mature include veteran generals like Wang Ping and Yuan Xu, those who can fight hard include life-threatening lunatics like Feng Toltai, and those who come and go without a trace include masters like Guo Jing and his wife, and there is also a bald god.
Envoy. Although this bald divine envoy is not very capable, he has very good connections. Once he got involved, he really ruined many major events in Guihe.
Therefore, after discussion, Qian Fu and Yang Sheng decided to eliminate Li Tian's right-hand men first and turn Li Tian into a polished marshal.
But eradicating these characters is not an easy task. There is no other way except assassination in secret. If assassination is used, a team of killers composed of masters will be needed.
Yang Sheng is relatively familiar with the six countries outside the Guan. This time he went out secretly and found several old monsters who were living in seclusion. Furthermore, he also wanted to connect the six countries outside the Guan. Except for Crescent Moon, several other countries have good relations with Guihe.
Yang Sheng went to the Wu Gang first, followed by Taji and Laha, and has reached an agreement with these three countries. As long as Guihe starts a war again, they will fight with all their strength.
This is also because these small countries, seeing that Chaodu is helping Crescent to expand its sphere of influence, seriously affects their own security. If several countries outside the customs want to be balanced, they must rely on a strong backing. These three countries also
Understand that even if they are attached to Chaodu, they will not be able to gain Li Tian's trust like Xinyue. Therefore, Yang Sheng's secret visit just hit it off with them.
Yang Sheng came to Jiangxia this time to persuade Jiangxia to form an alliance with Guihe and jointly fight against Chaodu. Unexpectedly, as soon as he entered Xiaye City, he ran into the domineering Li Tian and Shengun.
"Master Military Advisor, do you think we should pay a visit to the king of Jiangxia first? If the Jiangxia court can support us, it will be difficult for Li Tian to fly now." Although Yang Sheng has been deprived of military power, his subordinates are still regarded as military advisors.
"We can't contact the Jiangxia court for the time being. Li Tian's reputation is at its peak. From the arrangement of the post house, it can be seen that Jiang Xia is very afraid of Li Tian now. If it were two years ago, Li Tian and I would have
If he appears in Jiangxia, he is asking for death. But it is different now. Compared with Li Tian and I, Yang Sheng, I believe Jiang Xia will choose Li Tian without hesitation. Haha, in public, Li Tian and I
Let’s convince Jiang Xia together, who would believe a defeated general like me?” Yang Sheng also laughed at himself and continued.
"However, you can get in touch with the Long family in Jiangxia. Two years ago, when we were at the border, the Long family had a very close relationship with our Emperor Jiafeng. The Long family has been doing business for generations, and their influence in the six countries outside the border is complicated.
Now that Li Tian has a grudge against the Long family, he can take advantage of this." After a little analysis, Ghost Military Advisor Yang Sheng already had a plan in mind.
"Master Military Advisor, if Li Tian forms an alliance with Jiangxia, it will be very detrimental to our Guihe. I think it is better to make plans as soon as possible." The speaker was Zhang Ning, the imperial envoy of Guihe who came with Yang Sheng this time.
"Don't worry, Mr. Zhang, it will not be easy for Li Tian to form an alliance with Jiangxia. The Long family has been operating in Jiangxia for so many generations. No official in the court has ever confiscated a bribe from the Long family. Besides, the Long family is in
The DPRK also has its own forces. It can be said that if Li Tian can't stand up to the Long family, he can't stand in Jiangxia. So, I want to meet Mr. Long first." Yang Sheng smiled, and he could fight against an opponent like Li Tian.
What a pleasure.
The Long Family Courtyard! Mr. Long was smoking a hookah, lying on the rocking chair with his eyes closed, listening to the report of the people below. His brows also looked thoughtful.
"Li Tian, this young man, is really not simple. It seems that he saw our weakness and knew that the Long family did not dare to offend the court, so he lived in the official post house openly. Hum, but he looked down upon it.
After the Long family, we have the final say on half of the imperial court!"
The old housekeeper next to him, Ah Quan, couldn't help but nodded, his eyes were filled with smiles, and he said flatteringly: "Master, young people are indeed very motivated, but when it comes to intelligence, they can't be compared with you."
The old housekeeper Ah Quan has been reading with Mr. Long since he was a child. He can be said to be the elder of the Long family and Mr. Long's most trusted confidant.
"Ah Quan, when the young master comes back, ask him to come see me. I think you should know what to do about other things." Mr. Long said with his eyes closed.
"Don't worry, sir. Ah Quan is going to prepare some generous gifts and personally visit some of the ministers in the court. The servants of the Sihai Gang have also made arrangements, so don't worry, sir."
Mr. Long didn't speak, but the expression on his face still showed some approval for the old butler.
At this time, a porter ran in and said, "Sir, there is someone holding a name card outside the door asking to see him. He said that if you see the name card, you will definitely see him again." He said, holding the name card up with both hands.
Mr. Long still closed his eyes and snorted and said: "What a loud tone. Although my Long family is not a relative of the emperor, I am not someone who can see anyone who wants to see me."
The official Quan quickly stepped forward to take the name card and opened it. It read: "Guihe, the merchant Yuesheng asked to see you," and there was a small skull in the lower right corner. The housekeeper Quan was startled and his face changed slightly.
He whispered a few words quietly into Mr. Long's ear. Mr. Long was stunned, opened his eyes suddenly, and sat up.
"Go quickly and invite the friends outside the door to come in. You all should step aside first."
After Mr. Long gave his instructions, the servants all left, leaving only Mr. Long and the housekeeper Ah Quan in the hall.
"Ah Quan, do you think Yang Sheng, coming to Jiangxia at this time, will have anything to do with Li Tian's affairs?"
"Master, Yang Sheng and Li Tian are natural enemies. His arrival, I think, will only be beneficial to our Long family."
Mr. Long also nodded and said nothing. He stood up and looked at the door.
Ghost military advisor Yang Sheng, dressed like a Confucian scholar, came to the Long family hall with two of his men.
"Mr. Long, I haven't seen you for more than two years, but you are still so tough. You are getting younger and younger." Yang Sheng cupped his hands and said with a smile.
"Haha, Military Advisor Yang, you are a rare guest. It's rare. It's rare. Come! Please come in." The two people exchanged polite greetings before the host and guest sat down.
After chatting a few insignificant words, Ghost Military Advisor Yang Sheng smiled slightly and said: "Old man, I heard that you recently faced off with Li Tian from Chaodu? We are not outsiders, and I, Yang Sheng, am not here to show off, but
Came here specifically for this matter."
Mr. Long looked at Yang Sheng and laughed twice, "Master Yang, this is not the place to talk. Please come with me to the secret room to talk."
When Yang Sheng heard this, he smiled and nodded. Two of Yang Sheng's men and the housekeeper A Quan in the hall stayed outside the door. Yang Sheng followed Mr. Long into the secret room of the Long family.
After about two hours, the old man and the young boy came out of the secret room. Mr. Long was smiling, and so was Yang Sheng.
"Master Yang, you are worthy of the name of Ghost Counselor. You are truly a genius of a generation. I admire you. It seems that I really should retire from the world.
"Old man, you are too modest. With you in charge of the Long Family, I believe that the Long Family will only become stronger and stronger under your governance."
"Hahaha, Mr. Yang is looking up to me. I won't say any more polite words. We will proceed as planned and I won't keep Mr. Yang any longer. After everything is done, Mr. Yang will hold a big banquet and drink happily with Mr. Yang.
A few drinks." Mr. Long held hands with Yang Sheng and sent Yang Sheng out of the hall.
Ghost Military Advisor Yang Sheng stood outside the door and said with a fist in his hands.
"Mr. Long, please stay. I, Yang Sheng, am waiting for your good news. Let's work together and never let this big fish go. Yang takes his leave!"
Looking at Yang Sheng's retreating figure, the old housekeeper Ah Quan still had a smile on his face and whispered to Mr. Long: "Master, this Yang Sheng is not an ordinary person. You must not believe his words, but you cannot believe them all.
Master, I think you still need to make some more plans."
"Ah Quan, we have known each other for many years, master and servant, and I have always treated you like a brother. Our Long family follows the rules of the Long family when doing things. I have to think about future generations. Yang Sheng's ideas are bold and novel.
, it can be said that the success rate is very high, but people’s calculations are not as good as God’s calculations, and sometimes the results will be different from your imagination. Strategies are determined by people, but they must also assess the situation and change according to the situation.”
After Mr. Long finished speaking, the housekeeper Quan glanced at him and asked respectfully: "Master, are you not going to proceed as planned?" Although the housekeeper Quan did not know the plans of both parties, he still asked.
"Hahaha, Ah Quan, the plan still needs to be carried out, but it depends on how far it goes."
Ah Quan nodded, as if he understood what Mr. Long was thinking.
Mr. Long walked back and forth in the hall for a few steps, as if making a decision. He suddenly listened and said to Ah Quan.
"Ah Quan, take my name card and go to the post house to invite Li Tian and the divine envoy. I will hold a banquet for them!"