Chapter 169: Chapter 96 Changsheng Conspiracy Theory
Should they kill to silence or recruit for their own use? Neither seemed simple, with Spring Breeze disregarding the great reputation of Yue Xilou—he was indeed well-informed!
After meticulously cleaning up his appearance, Yue Xilou also did not forget to check himself with a small copper mirror from all angles, ensuring he was still perfect before turning his attention to Yuan Bao, whose thoughts were clearly malicious. With his looks still peerless, “I am the handsome man who waits alone beyond the wall for the red apricots to reach over, if you wish to kill to silence this, then I have nothing to say…”
Although he didn’t want to admit it, looking at the present situation, it was clear that the relationship between Gu Changsheng and Zhou Mu was somewhat ambiguous.
But considering her status, the likelihood of her marrying Zhou Mu was minute; he had no need to act like a spoiler in their love story, he just needed to wait peacefully.
When the time came, whoever should have it, would have it! Why would he not do this, especially if he could find those two elders from their sides?
It must be said, Yue Xilou, seasoned in affairs, was truly not mediocre, extremely proficient in the art of waiting for the hare!
“My lord, this is no joking matter, if people find out, that could really lead to major chaos, you had better return to Southern Fujian quickly.” Yuan Bao persuaded earnestly, not without worry.
Deserting his post as the main general—this was truly a matter of life and death!
“It doesn’t matter, I have Jiang One.” Zhou Mu straightened his clothes, found a normal chair to sit in, and did not forget to pull Gu Changsheng to sit as well, “Your wounds have barely scabbed over, can’t you stay put for a bit?”
Tossing and turning, she never seemed to settle down…
Gu Changsheng looked at him disdainfully, real damn naggy!
Zhou Mu shook his head helplessly, looking at Yuan Bao who remained kneeling, “What brings you here?”
Yuan Bao wiped the sweat from his brow, “I came to…”
What did he come for? In his shock and confusion, he had forgotten, thankfully the celebratory noise from the villagers outside reminded him.
“Yes, I came to congratulate Lady Changsheng.” Lady Changsheng had instructed him to deliver good news within ten days, and it had only been a few days, not only had the good news arrived, but so had the person, weeping…
“I am not pleased!” Gu Changsheng glared at Yuan Bao, then turned to Zhou Mu, “Evildoer, having fun playing the invincible general?”
“Hm?” Zhou Mu turned his head, seeing the malevolent smile at the corner of her eyes and brow, he immediately understood, shaking his head resignedly.
“Lady Changsheng speaks as such, but my master is the War God of the Zhou Dynasty, naturally undefeated in battle.” Yuan Bao lifted his head pridefully, vigorously extolling his master’s great achievements.
His master’s only flaw was being a bit cold, not good with words, and since the great fire that year, he liked talking even less, leaving it to him, his servant, to speak on his behalf.
Especially when it came to chasing women, with someone else eagerly waiting to pounce, playing the silence is golden act was not an option!
“Really? Evildoer, I want word of your defeat arriving in Capital City immediately following your victory!” Gu Changsheng smiled serenely, appearing as if this matter did not concern her.
Not only Yuan Bao was shocked at this, but even Yue Xilou, leaning on the railing nearby, was taken aback.
Her demand was nothing short of absurd.
“My lady, you must be joking, a retreat without a fight would ruin all my lord’s lifetime of reputation!” Coming to his senses, Yuan Bao first looked incredulously at Gu Changsheng and then turned anxiously to his own master, “Lord, you surely won’t agree to such an unreasonable demand, right?”
No one knew better than he how much effort his master had put in to earn today’s glorious military reputation.
Would he now, because of Changsheng’s unreasonable demand, tarnish his lifetime’s reputation?
Impossible! His master wasn’t foolish! He certainly wouldn’t!
“That is no difficulty.” Unswayed by Yuan Bao’s muttered objections, Zhou Mu nonchalantly uttered four words.
Leaving everyone aghast.
Including Gu Changsheng! She was actually very aware of how unreasonable her demand was, more than just unreasonable, it was utterly ludicrous!
To tell a main general, well, just drop your command and retreat.
If the general didn’t drag you out for an execution, that would be the real surprise!
Yet Zhou Mu had agreed.
Ignoring his close advisers’ persuasions, he agreed without hesitation.
“Here is the design for the Thousand Catties Crossbow, I exchange it for your defeat and five hundred Elite Guards.” Gu Changsheng retrieved a prepared piece of paper from her bosom and handed it over.
Zhou Mu looked at the blueprint, his eyes slightly squinting, yet he did not take it, “Why such an exchange?”