"Haha, Brother Song is right, this is just the people's blessing!"
Just then, a sudden voice rang out from behind Song Huizu 'Song Huizu, startling them so much that they almost immediately prepared to take action.
Good heavens!
Song Huizu's heart pounded. Had someone else overheard his conversation with the butler? Could it be someone from the Net?
Turning his head, he immediately let out a long sigh of relief and said with a wry smile, "So it's Brother Qian. You really startled me. I thought you were from the Net organization. Then I was in trouble."
The person before me was none other than Qian Clan Qian Duoduo, the grandson of the Qian Clan patriarch, one of the prominent families in the north.
This person has no other distinguishing features except that he's rich!
The Qian Clan is involved in all kinds of businesses; any profitable industry falls into the Qian Clan hands.
However, their arrival in Ningchuan Commandery today was somewhat unexpected for Song Huizu.
The reason is simple: the Qian Clan is from Youning Commandery, yet they dare to come to Ningchuan Commandery.
These days, nobody's a fool. Anyone with even a little bit of inside information knows that the Prince of Xiliang and the Emperor aren't on the same side. For someone from Youning Commandery to dare come here is incredibly audacious.
"Haha, Brother Song, you have a keen eye for right and wrong. You saw the crux of the matter at a glance. I admire you!" Qian Duoduo praised him directly, without mentioning anything about "Long Live the Emperor" or "rebellion."
Hahaha!
This immediately increased Song Huizu's goodwill towards him; this guy really knows how to get things done and knows what's taboo.
He smiled and led Qian Duoduo to a teahouse, asking curiously, "Brother Qian, what brings you here this time? If there's anything I can help you with, I certainly won't refuse!"
Since they haven't said anything, it's only right to reciprocate.
Qian Duoduo dismissed his men, glanced around, and then smiled, "Actually, it's quite simple. I heard a rumor that Xiliang is looking for partners to jointly develop marine fisheries. I approached Brother Song this time hoping that your Song Clan and my Qian Clan can help each other and make a living on the high seas!"
Marine fisheries!
Upon hearing this, a glint of light flashed in Song Huizu Qian Duoduo deep look, realizing that the other party's visit was not a coincidence, but rather a deliberate attempt to find him.
There aren't many prominent families in Ningchuan Commandery; the Song Clan is the only one that can be considered well-known.
This guy approached me, probably wanting to form an alliance with the Song Clan. That way, I'd have some protection, since I was worried about the Prince of Xiliang taking all the profits.
He was both amused and exasperated. This Qian Duoduo really thought highly of him, unaware that the Prince of Xiliang didn't even consider the Song Clan worthy of his attention.
However, this is also good; the alliance of the two powerful families provides more security.
Since Qian Duoduo has come, he must have secured a spot. By helping each other, we can reduce some of the risks, which is definitely a good deal.
Song Huizu laughed and said, "Brother Qian, what brings you to my Song Clan? With your Qian Clan's reputation alone, you should be able to reap all these profits!"
Mutual assistance and support are all bullshit when it comes to self-interest; there must be something fishy going on here.
"Haha, I don't want to go through all that trouble either, but I've heard that the Zhang Clan, Hao Clan, and Chen Clan families are all here, so naturally I need the Song Clan to cooperate with me." Qian Duoduo said meaningfully when she saw his reluctance.
"What?"
Sure enough, Song Huizu's expression changed several times. So many powerful families had suddenly arrived. These people really had a keen sense of smell; they flocked to him as soon as they saw any profit.
So many families are coming to attack, and some of them are even more powerful than the Song Clan. This is troublesome.
Perhaps cooperating with the Qian Clan is the only way to protect one's interests; otherwise, problems may arise, as none of these powerful families are easy to deal with.
Thinking this through, he said in a deep voice, "Brother Qian is right. Fishing in the ocean is fraught with risks. Although His Highness the King of Prince of Xiliang's warships are providing escort, our alliance will offer more protection. Why not?"
"Hahaha, Brother Song, that's great!" Qian Duoduo couldn't help but laugh heartily. It seemed that half of his goal for this trip had already been achieved.
The remaining question is, how should the profits be distributed?
The two exchanged a glance, their smiles instantly turning playful. This was a matter of mutual benefit, so they couldn't take it lightly.
As for the others, well, that depends on their own abilities.
The Imperial Palace of Great Ning!
After a day, Li Anlan, who was simulating the Battle of Mountain and River Pass, finally learned of Liu Ziyi's death, and his face instantly turned extremely gloomy.
The moment he introduced Liu Ziyi, he was killed. The murderer is obvious!
Li Anlan couldn't help but sneer, "Hmph, truly young and impetuous! He's unwilling to suffer even the slightest loss. I just stirred up his Net, and he dares to turn around and kill the Shadow Commander!"
That's interesting. Does this mean I'm already dead?
Upon hearing this, the people in the hall felt a chill run down their spines. Mentioning the Net) immediately brought them to mind. Lin Yi had actually done something so outrageous; it was simply too insane.
"What? Liu Ziyi was killed?" Tan Cheng's face stiffened, his expression one of shock.
He felt incredibly fortunate; if he hadn't left quickly last time, he would probably be dead by now.
Lin Yi is truly terrifying; this guy doesn't seem to respect the Emperor at all.
"Did Lin Yi make this?"
The Crown Prince's face immediately turned ugly. Not only had Lin Yi cheated on him before, but now he actually dared to come to Great Ning to kill someone.
If this continues, isn't he going to come to the capital and kill someone? This guy isn't even older than me, how can he be so brave? He's incredibly audacious!
Li Anlan's eyes betrayed no emotion, and he said quietly, "The fact that no surrounding forces have taken action indicates that they are not from within Great Ning. Liu Ziyi previously arrested and killed several members of the Net, but later the prison was broken into and even destroyed. It seems that the other party deliberately sabotaged the prison, waiting for Liu Ziyi to go and investigate before killing him."
What a clever scheme of waiting for a rabbit to run into a tree stump! In this way, Liu Ziyi still died at his own hands.
Lin Yi!
You really have no scruples!
Both the Great Ning Guard and the Shadow Guard are currently leaderless, and it's rather naive to think they can become blind.
"Father, Lin Yi is far too arrogant. We can't let him get away with this any longer!" The Crown Prince said without hesitation.
"Snort!"
Li Anlan glanced at him and said in a deep voice, " Lin Yi is an ambitious man, and I will naturally not let him go. If he thinks I can't do anything to him, then he is mistaken!"
"Your Majesty, both the Great Ning Guard and the Shadow Guard are currently facing problems. It is necessary to rebuild a new organization. The Imperial Guards of my palace are all elite troops and can serve Your Majesty!" At this moment, Zhou Zifeng, the Commandant of the Guards, stepped forward with a bright look in his eyes.