Zhao Muyun tapped her fingers lightly on the table.
Xiong Dayong's suggestion was very tempting, but also very risky.
If it's a feigned surrender, the consequences would be unimaginable.
“Go back and tell your master,” he finally said, “I have seen his sincerity. But words are not enough; let him do one thing first.”
"Please give your instructions, Grand Commander."
“Li Bao, the military governor of Huainan, is currently stationed in Yizhou. Have your lord create an opportunity for my men to capture him.” Zhao Muyun stared at Xiong Fu. “If you can do that, I will believe he is truly loyal.”
Xiong Fu's expression changed slightly.
This would mean directly becoming enemies with Li Jingang.
Once he did it, Xiong Dayong had no way back.
“I…I will tell my master the truth.”
"Go." Zhao Muyun waved his hand. "Remember, if this matter is leaked even slightly, I will personally take your lord's head."
Xiong Fu trembled: "I understand! I take my leave!"
After Xiong Fu left, Zhao Muyun lit the secret letter on the candle.
The firelight cast flickering shadows on his face.
In chaotic times, loyalty and betrayal are often separated by a single thought.
Xiong Dayong can betray Li Jingang today, and he can betray Zhao Muyun tomorrow.
But it's okay.
If it works, use it for now. We can deal with it slowly once the world is at peace.
This is the survival rule in chaotic times.
"Li Si," he called out.
"exist."
"Send people to keep a close eye on Xiong Fu, as well as all the envoys entering the capital," Zhao Muyun said. "I need to know who they met and what they said."
"yes."
Zhao Muyun walked to the window and looked at the swirling snow outside.
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