Seeing this, Li Zhu found it amusing; he hadn't expected that the identity of a divine envoy would be so useful…
He seems intent on further tarnishing the reputation of the Japanese, but judging from Xiao Baga's reaction, the other party appears to approve of his actions. In Xiao Baga's view, as a child of the Yamata no Oogami, one should be so domineering…
Li Zhu always felt that the Japanese had an abnormal way of thinking; the more you beat them, the more respect they would show you; the more polite you were to them, the more they would take advantage of you…
A more accurate assessment of the Japanese is: they know small manners but lack great righteousness, they fear power but do not cherish virtue!
Li Zhu turned and sat down, but Li Tiande was somewhat distracted because of Qinglu's departure, and the banquet became rather dull. Li Tiande did not give clear answers to the questions that these powerful people were concerned about, and in the end, the banquet ended unhappily.
Li Ziqiang left the banquet feeling frustrated, inwardly wishing he could tear Li Zhu apart...
To be driven away in front of so many people, the second son of the main family, was incredibly humiliating for him…
Even if he were to seize control of the Li family in the future, he would become a laughingstock. Yet, he dared not actually seek revenge and could only bury his hatred deep in his heart…
"Uncle Li, take care..."
He had just stepped outside when a familiar voice called out to him. He was in a bad mood and turned around angrily, only to see Zhu Yougui's figure come into view...
Li Ziqiang looked around, then couldn't help but point to his own nose and ask...
"Your Highness, are you calling me?"
"Of course I'm calling you! Aren't you the second young master of the Li family?"
Zhu Yougui smiled and asked in return!
"This is unacceptable! The Crown Prince is the son of the Prince of Jin. To address him as 'Second Uncle' would be an insult to me..."
Li Ziqiang was merely the second son of the Li family and held no official position. Compared to the Prince of Jin, his status was far inferior. If it weren't for the fact that he was the second son of the Li family, it would probably be impossible for him to even see Zhu Yougui!
"Indeed, Uncle Li is a genius sent from heaven. It's just that he was born a few years too late, which cost him the advantage in the competition for the family headship. If Uncle Li were the eldest, I estimate that with his talent, he would have soared to great heights long ago, and the Li family would have continued to grow stronger, instead of being as lukewarm as it is now, having to apologize to a Japanese. It's truly frustrating..."
Hearing Zhu Yougui's words, Li Ziqiang was deeply moved, and a sense of disappointment at being unappreciated immediately appeared in his eyes. Then, as if he had found a kindred spirit, he looked at Zhu Yougui and complained...
"Your Highness understands me best. I intend to strengthen the Li family, but with my father still alive and my elder brother in control of all affairs within and outside the Li household, I have no way to do so..."
Zhu Yougui thought to himself that if the Li family had really been handed over to a fool like him, it would have collapsed long ago. However, he was now going to take advantage of the other party's petty, power-hungry mentality to achieve his own goals...
He's too ashamed to go back to Li Tiande now, but Li Ziqiang is the best entry point. Given the other man's intelligence, he should be able to persuade him to do something that seems to benefit him personally but is actually helping him indirectly...
"Uncle Li, do you know why I've come to see you today?"
Zhu Yougui whispered in Li Ziqiang's ear, his mysterious manner puzzling Li Ziqiang. He looked at Zhu Yougui and said...
"Why don't you tell me..."
Zhu Yougui had been waiting for these words, and he continued speaking to Li Ziqiang.
"I can help Uncle Li Er to give you an edge over the eldest son's family, it just depends on whether Uncle Li Er is willing to take the risk together..."
Hearing Zhu Yougui's words, Li Ziqiang fell into deep thought. He stroked his chin and looked at Zhu Yougui, sensing that the other man had ill intentions. However, he was also curious about what method the other man could use to help him surpass the eldest son's wife, and felt that this was an opportunity...
"Your Highness should know better than anyone that the eldest branch of the Li family holds absolute power in the Li household. The fact that you're coming to me instead of seeking cooperation from the eldest branch makes me suspicious of your motives..."
Li Ziqiang wasn't stupid; he knew the other party hadn't succeeded with the eldest son's family, which was why they came to him. Regardless of Zhu Yougui's motives, he needed to understand the risks involved before deciding whether to cooperate…
“It’s normal for Uncle Li to suspect me. After all, you’re not like the eldest son’s family. Even if the eldest son’s family makes a mistake, they might be forgiven. But if you make a mistake, it could be the end of your life…”
But think about it the other way around. You have nothing left to lose, but the eldest son's family is different. He's already in a high position, and if he loses the trust of the Li family head, he'll lose everything. But you're different. As long as you gain the family head's trust, you'll soar to great heights, and the future of the Li family will be yours. This could turn the tide of the world upside down…”
Zhu Yougui's words were very persuasive, stirring up waves in Li Ziqiang's heart. However, he wasn't blinded by the news. After all, he had been plotting against the eldest son's family for a long time, and it was best to do things flawlessly, otherwise it would backfire. Just like at today's banquet, not only did he fail to trick his elder brother, but he also ended up getting himself kicked out of the banquet, which was utterly humiliating...
"Your Highness, please be careful with your words. My elder brother and I are very harmonious, and there is nothing between us that requires us to fight for power. What are your intentions in sowing discord like this?"
Zhu Yougui was so angry at Li Ziqiang's words that he almost fainted. He thought to himself, "This bastard won't act until he sees the benefit..."
Just then, Zhu Yougui took something out of his pocket. When Li Ziqiang saw what it was, his eyes narrowed sharply, and he stared at Zhu Yougui in disbelief…
"Your Highness, please explain your plan in detail. As your uncle, I will certainly cooperate..."
Zhu Yougui smiled slightly, then placed the object in his hand into Li Ziqiang's arms and said...
"Uncle Li doesn't want to discuss countermeasures here, does he?"
After Zhu Yougui pointed this out, Li Ziqiang realized that the banquet was not far away. If his father found out that he had been associating with the Prince of Jin's heir, he would definitely get a scolding...
So he quickly led Zhu Yougui to his own courtyard and went directly into his study for a private conversation…
"Uncle Li, who exactly did the eldest son bring back from the banquet?"
Instead of revealing his plan immediately, Zhu Yougui inquired about Li Zhu's identity!
"Who else could they be? You heard them too, they're ronin from Japan. But this Takeda Shingen is a strong ronin, his strength shouldn't be underestimated. The other two look like one is a divine messenger, and the other is a servant of the divine messenger..."
Zhu Yougui slowly nodded. This meant that Li Ziqiang didn't recognize the divine messenger either. This divine messenger seemed to have appeared out of nowhere, so his suspicions weren't unfounded; there was something wrong with the divine messenger's identity…
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