Chao Yewang frowned slightly and said, "You mean, the Eastern Chamber of Commerce... the young prime minister might also have a stake in it?"
Bai Ning nodded.
After thinking for a moment, the Prince of Chaoye said, "The young prime minister's base is in Yanchuan City, and the business of the Eastern Chamber of Commerce is in the thirteen cities of Jingdong. We keep to ourselves and don't interfere with each other. Now that they've extended their reach to Changsui, am I not allowed to cut them off?"
"Doesn't the young prime minister understand the principle that even a powerful dragon can't suppress a local snake?"
Bai Ning said, "That makes sense, but Your Highness, the young prime minister isn't just a figurehead now; he's also the son-in-law of the Great Jing, a victorious general, and even a ruthless spy who has repeatedly distinguished himself in battle. It's fine if the Eastern Chamber of Commerce isn't his, but if it really is, if we break ties with him, I'm afraid it will be a loss for us! Your Highness, don't forget, the Right Prime Minister is still alive..."
"Mr. Bai, Mr. Bai, you've gotten yourself into a mess!"
Chaoye Wang pointed at Bai Ning and laughed, saying, "It would be fine if Zhao Cheng weren't the Right Chancellor's son, but he happens to be the Right Chancellor's son. He can't touch me here in Changsui!"
Bai Ning asked doubtfully, "Why?"
"With the Left Chancellor here, would Zhao Cheng dare to act recklessly in Changsui City?"
Bai Ning immediately understood, but still had some doubts, saying, "I've heard that the young prime minister doesn't play by the rules..."
"Don't boost their morale!" Chaoye Wang waved his hand and said arrogantly, "Gun Demon Wen Pojun is my brother, have I become arrogant?"
Bai Ning immediately lowered his head, cold sweat breaking out on his brow, and said, "I understand!"
Wen Pojun, the "Gun Demon," is a renowned figure not only in the martial arts world of Dajing, but throughout the entire Eastern land.
Back then, Wang Neng was able to establish this underground empire in Changsui City, and later he also established good connections with the officials of Changsui. The reputation of the brothers Wen Pojun, the "Gun Demons," played a significant role in this.
But he wasn't boasting or lying. Once, when Wen Pojun visited Changsui City, the King of Chaoye specially invited him to drink and chat at the city's largest restaurant. The two were seen arm in arm, a sight witnessed by many.
Bai Ning had followed the King of Chaoye for many years and had come to understand his meaning.
The business in Changsui City is the flesh of my dynasty. No matter who you are or how much money you make outside, it has nothing to do with me. But if you dare to compete with me for food in Changsui, I will never back down!
Although Chaoye Wang brought up Wen Pojun, Bai Ning still disagreed with Chaoye Wang going against Zhao Cheng from the bottom of his heart. But since Chaoye Wang had made a decision, Bai Ning fully supported him. He immediately closed his folding fan, clasped his hands and said, "I will make the arrangements right away!"
The king asked, "What do you intend to do?"
Bai Ning, who had been calm, turned ruthless after making his decision, saying, "Since we've already torn off all pretense, then let's go all the way. We dare not touch the young prime minister; he's not in Changsui, so we can't touch him. But as for Lü Bin and the others, killing them is fine."
As he spoke, Bai Ning clenched his fist and said sternly, "Young Prime Minister is decisive in his actions and shows no mercy to Qi Bainian and the Tu and Lu families. However, one of them is an official and the other is a commoner, while we are the kings who roam the underworld. We may not necessarily lose to him!"
The king asked, "According to the description, the person causing trouble is a master. Are you confident?"
"Lure them into a trap, then capture them all in one fell swoop."
Bai Ning smiled slightly and said, "Your Highness hasn't seen Xiao Jing for a long time, has he? This time, let's invite him down to have some fun."
The Prince of Chaoye slapped his thigh and laughed, "It's time to call this kid down! Po Jun once said that Xiao Jing has exceptional talent and is already a top-notch master at such a young age. He has the potential to become a grandmaster in the future. I need to keep a close eye on him and make sure he doesn't neglect his martial arts training now that he's become an official!"
"Your Highness treats Xiao Jing like a father. I'll make the arrangements right away!" Bai Ning smiled and withdrew.
...
"Bai Ning sent me an invitation."
The group discussed the matter at Lü Bin's residence, and Lü Bin, holding a letter, spoke.
Park Moo-di asked, "What did he say?"
Lü Bin said, "They've invited us to Mujing Bay for a detailed discussion."
"No!"
Park Moo-di frowned and said, "Mu-jing Bay is their territory. Can they really come back after going there?"
Lu Bin handed the letter to Pu Wudi and said, "Bai Ning anticipated that you would say this. He wrote very clearly in the letter that Ziwu is a maggot in the gutter and doesn't like to come out into the light. If we are truly sincere, then let's go downstairs and talk, so as to avoid fighting."
Park Moo-di asked, "When?"
Lü Bin said, "Tonight."
Park Moo-di asked again, "Apart from that, have they done anything else?"
Lü Bin shook his head and said, "It seems he has no intention of using his official connections."
So, are we going or not?
Lü Bin did not answer, but looked at Zhou Chuan who was standing to the side.
Zhou Chuan asked, "You want my opinion?"
Lü Bin nodded and said, "Although the young prime minister asked Brother Zhou to follow my arrangements, Brother Zhou's opinion is very important."
Zhou Chuan calmly replied, "If you're asking me, then the answer is to go."
"Brother Zhou??" Park Moo-di was stunned.
Zhou Chuan continued, "After the young prime minister took down the Tu and Lu families, he overlooked Tu Wanhu and Lu Yuan. In order to eliminate these two hidden dangers and wipe them out in one fell swoop, the young prime minister used himself as bait to lure them out."
“Our current situation is similar.”
"Since we've decided to eliminate the King of Chaoye, then of course we should go. If this is a trap, the King of Chaoye will definitely make thorough preparations and won't hold back. This is a good opportunity for us to wipe them out in one fell swoop."
"Although it's dangerous," Zhou Chuan glanced at everyone, then said, "If the young prime minister dares to risk his life, why shouldn't we?"
Lü Bin said solemnly, "I agree! If the young prime minister were here, he would definitely go too."
As they spoke, everyone looked at Park Moo-di.
Park Moo-di quickly said, "Why are you all looking at me? Go ahead, I'm not afraid!"
Song Haonan said with a wicked smile, "I have a dozen or so private soldiers at home. I'll bring them with me tonight!"
Bi Hui said, "My family has a few too. But... you've all heard of him, right? Gun Demon Wen Pojun is the brother of the King of Chaoye."
Lü Bin said, "Don't worry about that. Whether it's true or not, Wen Pojun is not in Changsui right now."
Park Moo-di said, "So it's settled then? Let me make this clear first, I don't have anyone on my side. My old man never keeps private soldiers, you all know that."
Zhou Chuan and Lü Bin exchanged a glance and nodded.
Lü Bin said, "It's still early before evening, I'll go to the palace."
…
Jing Palace.
The Imperial Study.
Emperor Yuan Xiu lay disheveled on the dragon throne, Wei You rubbing his stomach, while the heavily armored officials stood before the throne.
There were only the three of them in the room; the old eunuch Lü Lu was not there.
Yuan Xiu said with his eyes closed, "Zhou Chuan left the palace yesterday and shut down the business in Mujing Bay last night?"
The official replied, "Your Majesty, the situation is true. Zhou Chuan was targeting the kings of the court and the provinces."
Yuan Xiu asked, "Who is behind Zhou Chuan?"
“Lü Bin, Park In-di.”
"Isn't that Zhao Cheng?"
Yuan Xiu opened his eyes, a look of interest on his face, and asked, "He's in Jiangcheng. How did the Prince of Chaoye offend him?"
"What is my unreliable brother-in-law up to?"
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