Chapter 263 An Actor's Self-cultivation
The relationship between Lin Yun and Zhang Ling perfectly interpreted the story of the farmer and the snake. Lin Yun spoke for Zhang Ling, but he bit Lin Yun instead and bluntly said that there was something wrong with his character.
But he didn't know that all the doubts about Lin Yun were nothing under the power of the fog.
The Snow Girl only recognized divine power, and she couldn't tell Lin Yun's emotions. But she knew that Zhang Ling attacked Lin Yun out of malice in the beginning.
She could feel Zhang Ling's malice towards Lin Yun. In this situation, there was also no evidence, so she believed Lin Yun more. In addition, Lin Yun was weaker. Zhang Ling had the ability to kill Lin Yun, but it was unlikely that Lin Yun would do anything to Zhang Ling.
The only option then is to tie up Zhang Ling.
"We'll sort out the right and wrong when we get back to the snowy mountains."
The Snow Girl took another look at the people on the grassland who were just watching the show, and sighed in her heart. Even if they wanted to catch a traitor, it shouldn't be done in public. In fact, it was Zhang Ling who started this incident.
Could it be that he was deliberately trying to shake the morale of the troops?
At first, Xue Nu only had a little suspicion of Zhang Ling, but now she feels more and more that he is not a good person.
Utulu and Bandarawa stepped forward and tied up Zhang Ling, but Zhang Ling did not resist at all.
Just like that, Zhang Ling was taken away.
Lin Yun knew that Xue Nu trusted him, but his current situation was still not so optimistic.
The reason Zhang Ling attacked him was because of his Central Plains appearance and the fact that he brought Bai Jiaojiao and Xiaoqing with him. This is actually easy to explain.
He followed the Snow Girl into the tent and began to talk about the excuse he had prepared earlier for pretending to be a grassland man.
The Green Snake was a snake demon he subdued in Long River, and Bai Jiaojiao was indeed from the Central Plains. Having offended court officials, she crossed the river to the grassland, where she was rescued by him. Because Bai Jiaojiao was born with supernatural powers and there was no one else in the tribe who could be used, he made Bai Jiaojiao a tribal warrior.
This explanation made sense, and the Snow Girl couldn't question it.
The demon race does not only grow in the demon race's territory. Many demons practice in the human race's territory. From being ignorant, they gradually become spiritual and aware of the dangers of human society. Most demons dare not approach humans, but some brave ones will attack humans, which will attract some rangers to slay the demons.
Many disciples of the sects only think about slaying demons and monsters to improve their reputation, so most of the demons have a hard time living.
But the monsters in some areas are more active, such as the water monsters in the Long River.
This is the border between the two countries, and the Long River is very large and deep. If things really get bad, we can hide in Tianlong Mountain.
There is no problem with survival, but it is unlikely to achieve great success.
Therefore, it was very reasonable for Lin Yun, as a grassland man, to pick up a snake demon.
"Don't worry, I won't doubt you. Everything will be clear when we get to the Snow Mountain Temple."
The Snow Girl comforted Lin Yun and said that she would help him prove his innocence, but this was not what Lin Yun wanted.
Lin Yun was somewhat wary of the Snow Mountain Cult. It might be because the distance was far and he was rather special, so the sorcerer couldn't figure out anything. But if he walked into the trap and reached the temple, he might be exposed under the power of the gods.
However, he could not directly refuse the request to go to the snow mountain, as that would arouse the Snow Girl's suspicion. Not only would he be unable to complete his undercover mission, but he would also be in danger.
"If going to the snowy mountains is the only way to prove my innocence, I would like to go there right away, but I have some concerns in my heart."
"What worries you?"
The Snow Girl asked doubtfully.
"I'm worried that we've missed the best time to attack. The Central Plains people are being attacked from both sides. They can't surrender, so they can only fight quickly. In my humble opinion, the Central Plains people will fight a bloody battle with the demons and invest most of their military forces in a short period of time. The reason they clashed with us at Shanhe Pass was actually to prepare for the decisive battle."
The Snow Girl was shocked. She didn't expect Lin Yun to have such knowledge.
He is courageous, strategic, and magnanimous. He is worthy of being my younger brother, the man who will become king in the future.
"I'll call them all over to listen."
The Snow Girl asked Utulu and Bandarawa to bring Zhang Ling to the tent, accompanied by Huyan Jue.
It was originally just a casual chat with Lin Yun, but now it has turned into a combat meeting.
Zhang Ling was still staring at Lin Yun, but now he was much more obedient and didn't say a word.
Lin Yun was not panicked at all. It was normal to be stepped on by others, but he had the protection of the Snow Girl and the evidence of the power of the fog. Besides, the witch could not confirm his identity. Unless there was solid evidence, it would be impossible to beat him based on suspicion alone.
Just as he wanted to kill Zhang Ling by taking advantage of Xue Nu's suspicion, that was unrealistic.
But Lin Yun had never thought of killing Zhang Ling in this way. The current result was already beyond Lin Yun's expectations.
A top strong man is now kidnapped because of internal struggles. Because the Snow Girl suspects him, even if the two armies are fighting, she will not easily let him go to fight.
What if he really is a traitor and turns against us at the last minute?
Just tie him up first, it's almost the same with or without him.
"Come and listen to Ayun's analysis of the situation!"
The Snow Girl spoke, and Utulu and Bandarawa were cured and listened obediently. Zhang Ling looked dissatisfied, and Huyan Jue was also a little disdainful.
Lin Yun looks so young, but he is actually a veteran. Lin Yun is a man who doesn’t even have a beard, so what experience can he have?
Lin Yun didn't take these people's contempt to heart and slowly began to analyze the situation.
"…The war between the Central Plains people and the demons will definitely end within half a month. Originally, if we attacked Shanhaiguan with our main force, we could force the Central Plains people to station their troops at Shanhaiguan and not have the strength to fight the demons. But now it's different. The surprise attack has failed. We have to change our strategy. It's too irrational to attack Shanheguan by force. We should instead attack Shanhaiguan by force and force the Central Plains people to fight head-on."
Lin Yu has been transferred from Shanhe Pass now. The people of the grassland do not know this information yet, nor do they know that the defensive strength of Shanhe Pass has weakened a lot. If they continue to fight here, or even continue to transfer troops here, Shanhe Pass will really be in danger.
In this case, it would be better to induce them to attack Shanhaiguan.
It takes time to march from here to Shanhaiguan.
Lin Yun’s purpose is to delay time.
His analysis was not entirely misleading. The human race in the Central Plains would definitely decide the outcome with the demon race as soon as possible. In this situation, they could only cut the Gordian knot and scare the demon race before turning to attack the desert.
While the human race is attacking the demon race with all their might, Lin Yun has to delay the grassland's attack as much as possible.
But he can't do it too obviously. Even if it is an obvious trap, the people on the grassland won't step into it. He has to show the right thing and make them feel that it is indeed right, and then go down the wrong path. This is what a good actor should do.
Even Zhang Ling cannot deny Lin Yun's point of view now.
Indeed, it is irrational to fight to the death with Shanheguan now. Could it be that this person is really a loyal minister?
"If you have no objection, then we will move to Shanhaiguan tomorrow. Commander Huyan, you will lead an army and garrison here."
Hu Yanjue: “…”
You want me to die, right?
If Lin Yu rushes out, can I stop him?
(End of this chapter)
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