If you ask them face-to-face, is it possible for them to admit it?

Moreover, asking in this way is likely to annoy the other party.

So Wan Xin never expected Tang Huan to do this. It wasn't something Tang Huan would do, after all, he was a smart man and had many ways to test people.

Unbeknownst to Wan Xin, Tang Huan was slightly annoyed at this moment.

This anger stemmed from the assassination attempt on Pang Conglong. Tang Huan didn't know the extent of Pang Conglong's injuries, but even if it was just a minor cut, the fact that he had been attacked was enough to enrage Tang Huan.

Whoever did this is despicable at this critical juncture.

If people from the Northern Regions do this, then they are simply lacking in martial ethics.

If someone from Daqing did it, it would be even worse.

Gongyang Tingbai also noticed Tang Huan's expression. She suppressed her smile and asked, "If I say no, would you believe me?"

"No." Tang Huan answered without hesitation.

It's true that the other party is a beautiful woman, but putting aside the fact that the Northern Region is Daqing's enemy, it's not surprising that she would do anything.

Tang Huan understood a long time ago that the more beautiful a woman is, the more likely she is to lie, and the more effective her lies are.

Gongyang Tingbai sighed and gave a wink to the Northern Region people beside him. Those people reluctantly went upstairs, leaving Gongyang Tingbai alone downstairs to confront Tang Huan.

"Lord Tang, we are determined to win this competition, and we have never worried about losing. Do you know why?"

Tang Huan did not speak.

"I admit, and everyone in the Northern Region admits, that Pang Conglong is a formidable enemy, causing many in the Northern Region to fear and dread him, including General Gongshan. Yet, in the war in the north, the Northern Region still gained the upper hand, because there is only one Pang Conglong."

"Daqing is indeed a vast and resource-rich land with a population several times that of the Northern Region. However, in our view, there are too many cowards in Daqing. Once the war begins, we are confident of victory, but it will take too long and the losses to the Northern Region will be severe."

"Therefore, we chose to use martial arts to determine the outcome and recoup some of the gains. It's a best-of-three series. Besides Pang Conglong, who else in Daqing is confident of victory?"

These words were spoken very frankly, almost revealing his most naked thoughts.

Tang Huan countered, "What if Pang Conglong fights three battles in a row?"

Gongyang Tingbai immediately laughed, "Then let's assume that Pang Conglong wins the first match. Even if the Northern people are not good, they will still cause him considerable physical exhaustion. In this case, if he fights a second match, General Gongshan will take the stage. Do you think Pang Conglong can still win?"

"Or let's assume that Pang Conglong faced General Gongshan in the first match, and he fought with all his might to defeat this old rival. How much strength do you think he would have left to participate in the subsequent matches?"

Across the table, Gongyang Tingbai displayed his confidence, "We are confident that we can win the competition head-on. There is no need to use any underhanded tactics. Doing so would only anger the Empress of Daqing. We would rather see war break out than Daqing."

Having said that, without waiting for Tang Huan to believe him or not, Gongyang Tingbai stood up and reminded him:

"Instead of doubting the Northern Region delegation, Lord Tang should consider who benefits the most after General Pang's injury. Isn't Daqing already in chaos? Perhaps some people would be happy to see this happen."

Tang Huan didn't say anything more after Gongyang Tingbai walked upstairs and disappeared from sight.

Li Daikui grabbed a chicken leg and stuffed it into his mouth. "Just like that, she's gone?"

"Otherwise what?"

"Although what this woman said makes sense, I still think the Northern People are the most likely to do this. We might as well capture her and use her to blackmail them."

Tang Huan felt helpless about Li Daikui's simple-mindedness. "Since she dared to dismiss her attendants and meet me alone, it means she is not afraid of being restricted. And what's the point of doing this? Pang Conglong has already been attacked. If we capture this princess from the Northern Region now, the conflict between the two countries will be completely irreconcilable."

By then, war will be inevitable.

Tang Huan didn't want to be the one to start this; he couldn't bear such a heavy responsibility.

Most importantly, he will be under a lot of psychological pressure, since many people will die when the war begins.

This is not a world that belongs to him. He came with memories of another world, but he cannot put himself out of it.

These are all living, breathing people.

Perhaps some people can treat all of this as a game, and maybe they will wake up in their original bedroom or laboratory after they die.

But Tang Huan wouldn't gamble.

"Pang Conglong has been assassinated. Things will calm down for the next few days. Go back now."

Tang Huan gave an instruction to Li Daikui.

Before leaving, he turned back and smiled at Wan Xin, "I've been dealing with too many trivial matters lately. Once the Northern Region delegation's affairs are settled, I'll have a proper talk with you about cooperation. Thank you for your hard work."

Wan Xin stood up and watched the two walk into the heavy snow.

Since the start of the South District project, Wan Xin has always taken the lead and devoted almost all of his energy to it.

Without his help in coordinating the cooperation with the Wan family, the first batch of houses could not have been built.

This young master of the Wan family certainly wouldn't just be thinking about doing good deeds like me; he must have some ulterior motive. Since that's the case, and the other party has already given enough, Tang Huan is willing to give him a chance.

An even bigger opportunity than the collaboration with Fenjiu.

Just as Tang Huan had predicted, the next few days were peaceful.

Tang Huan never left her residence again, and even gave up the idea of ​​visiting Pang Conglong.

But he had heard quite a few rumors about the capital.

Because of the assassination attempt, the people's malice towards the Northern Region has reached its peak. Recently, someone went to Wanfu Village to curse, and the Wan family was also reprimanded.

They accused them of selling out their country for personal gain and protecting the northern regions.

This left the Wan family speechless, unsure how to explain.

Time flew by, and the day of the agreed-upon competition arrived.

Two hours before the official start, countless people had already gathered near the Meridian Gate.

It seems even the heavens are in favor of this event, as today is a rare sunny day.

The huge square outside the Meridian Gate had been set up, with a large number of tables and chairs already placed at the front. Apart from a dozen or so people from the Northern Region, the rest were all officials from the Great Qing Dynasty.

This battle, which concerns the interests of Daqing, is being watched closely by everyone in Daqing, from top to bottom.

At this moment, Tang Huan and his family were heading from their residence toward the Meridian Gate.

"I wonder how badly General Pang's injuries have progressed..."

Tang Huan turned to look at Li Daikui and asked, "Did you bring the things?"

Li Daikui nodded firmly, patted his waist where a slightly bulging, oddly shaped object was visible.