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Chapter 418: Conspiracy in the Eagle's Nest
Chapter 418: Conspiracy in the Eagle's Nest
"Can we really trust this Gong Jiu?"
In the Eagle's Nest, Wang Shidai of the Beggar's Sect asked in a low voice.
The Eagle's Nest was located in the town of Shiyan, not far from Wudang Mountain. It was one of the properties owned by the Twelve Linked Docks. At this time, in addition to the six people who knew the secret, they had brought in six more.
Shaolin's Tie Jian, Wang Shidai of the Beggar's Sect, Changjiang Shui Feih, Yan Dang Gao Xingkong, Ba Shan Xiao Gu, and Eagle Eye Lao Qi of the Twelve Linked Docks.
This was because after Lu Xiaofeng and Sikong Zhaixing's investigation, their mortal enemies who were supposed to be dead were likely hiding in Yuling Manor at this time, ready to overthrow them at any time.
Shaolin's Wu Hu, Wu Shi, Wu Xiang, and Wu Bao. Their eldest brother, Wu Long, had died due to the Shaolin precepts, and they had once tried to assassinate the Shaolin leader, disappearing after their failure.
Du Tiexin, the chief of the Punishment Hall of the Black Seven Clans, harbored a vendetta against the Beggar's Sect as profound as the ocean, and an unresolvable personal animosity with Wang Shidai.
"Duanbing Shenlong" Hai Qikuo had repeatedly fought with Changjiang Shui Fei for territory near the estuary. If it hadn't been for Ximen Chuixue taking action against Hai Qikuo for other reasons, Shui Fei would likely have been killed by him.
"Bai Sheng Dao Wang" Guan Tianwu, a renowned master of Yandang Mountain, had once competed with Gao Xingkong for the Yandang gateway, disappearing after his defeat. It was said that he was also currently in Yuling Manor.
Gao Tao, the third hall master of the Fengwei Gang, was a senior manager of the Twelve Linked Docks. Discovered by Eagle Eye Lao Qi for colluding with the enemy, he was expelled from the gang and later chased by Ximen Chuixue, faking his death to escape.
Only Ba Shan Xiao Gu Dao Ren was an outsider, as his rival, Gu Feiyun, was already dead. However, as this matter was still related to Ba Shan, he was also invited to join them.
These individuals were all people who would definitely have no connection to Yuling Manor.
Lu Xiaofeng had originally wanted to include Mu Dao Ren, but Shi Yan Zhen disapproved, and Hua Man Lou was also uneasy about Gu Song Ju Shi. Su Shao Ying even bet that Mu Dao Ren was the leader of Yuling Manor, so Lu Xiaofeng had no choice but to give up.
However, although they trusted each other, Wang Shidai of the Beggar's Sect did not trust this Gong Jiu, a name he had never heard of before.
"He can be trusted," Eagle Eye Lao Qi nodded without even waiting for Su Shao Ying to speak. "He is the prince of the Taiping Wang Fu. The Twelve Linked Docks have many businesses that cooperate with the Taiping Wang Fu. He would never be a part of Yuling Manor; they are not worthy."
Wang Shidai fell silent. The Beggar's Sect had great influence, but they never associated with officials.
On the other hand, no one doubted Gong Jiu's martial arts skills. With his three swords, he had killed Fei Xingzi, and with one sword, he had broken the Divine Bamboo Sword. In just these two battles, Gong Jiu's threat level in the eyes of those who knew him had risen to match that of Ye Gucheng, the City Lord of Baiyun, making him a figure with the potential to challenge Ximen Chuixue.
Ba Shan Xiao Gu Dao Ren asked, "I've met the prince of Taiping Wang twice. He's arrogant and proud. Would he agree to get involved in this matter?"
Everyone looked at Su Shao Ying, who nodded and smiled, "He has already agreed."
While Shi Yan Zhen and Lu Xiaofeng's group were bringing these six people in, Su Shao Ying had also gone to the Taiping Wang Fu as a guest for two days. He had discussed some aspects of the Li Fan culture with Gong Jiu and Niurou Tang and had also finalized this matter.
It must be said that pursuing Lu Xiaofeng was quite an entertaining affair in itself, not to mention that once he really caught up with Lu Xiaofeng, Lu Xiaofeng would become Niurou Tang's subordinate and go to the Island of No Name to become an invisible man. This temptation was not small at all.
So, Gong Jiu readily agreed to Su Shao Ying's proposal, and Niurou Tang also expressed his appreciation.
Thus, a world where only Lu Xiaofeng might be injured was created.
Su Shao Ying: ()
Well, it can't really be said that way. If Lu Xiaofeng escapes and successfully disrupts Yuling Manor's plans, Niurou Tang won't bother him anymore. He will also be indebted to the Wudang Sect, so it's not really a loss.
Of course, Lu Xiaofeng himself didn't care about these things. What interested him was the excitement and stimulation of being involved in this matter. He could be said to have a congenital holy body for meddling.
"Since that's the case, it's decided then!" Shi Yan Zhen nodded.
"First, let Gong Jiu pursue Lu Xiaofeng and force him to flee in the mountains of Jiangxi. If Yuling Manor has ambitions, they will definitely make a move," said Master Tie Jian.
"Yuling Manor will soon make a big move, and they will definitely send out their experts," said Shui Fei. "As long as Lu Xiaofeng can infiltrate Yuling Manor, he will definitely be able to send out a message."
"Yandang Mountain, Changjiang Shui Village, and the Twelve Linked Docks surround Jiangxi. Our people will be on alert and investigate all the roads leading out of Jiangxi. Once we discover Lu Xiaofeng's secret code, we will notify Sikong Zhaixing to meet with him," said Gao Xingkong.
"The Beggar's Sect will fill in the gaps on the small roads," said Wang Shidai.
"At that time, we will gather again at the Eagle's Nest to discuss countermeasures," Eagle Eye Lao Qi said in a low voice.
Hua Man Lou nodded and patted Lu Xiaofeng on the shoulder. "Whether this plan succeeds or not depends entirely on you."
Lu Xiaofeng smiled and said, "Rest assured, when have I ever made a mistake?"
Su Shao Ying extended his right hand and began snapping his fingers. "Hu..."
"Hu hu hu, what are you 'hu'ing about!" Lu Xiaofeng angrily said to Su Shao Ying. "Just wait to drink silk soup!"
...
The big shots left the Eagle's Nest one after another, leaving only Lu Xiaofeng, Hua Man Lou, and Su Shao Ying. The three of them strolled away, preparing to go downstream and enter Jinling directly.
They had planned for the conflict with Gong Jiu to take place in Jinling to avoid being detected by the people of Yuling Manor and alerting them by getting too close to Wudang.
"Where's Ximen Chuixue?" Su Shao Ying asked.
"He has already returned to Wanmei Manor. Madame Ximen's expected date of delivery is in two months, and Ma Qiao'er and Xiuxue have already rushed over," Hua Man Lou replied.
"What about Sikong Zhaixing?" Su Shao Ying asked again.
"That guy is unpredictable, but he has left us a mark. If we want to find him, as long as we leave a mark, he will naturally appear," Lu Xiaofeng said with a pout. "If I'd known this guy was so unreliable, I would have found Gongsun Da Niang instead."
"No matter what she disguises herself as, Gongsun Da Niang always has a pair of red shoes on her feet, which is easy for Yuling Manor to detect," Hua Man Lou said indifferently. "We can't take that risk."
Although Hua Man Lou didn't say it explicitly, apart from disguise, Sikong Zhaixing was also extremely skilled in voice changing, bone shrinking, and imitation. In terms of disguise, he was actually even more skilled than Gongsun Da Niang.
Therefore, Su Shao Ying did not mention his relationship with Gongsun Da Niang, saying that he could get her to make an exception. Instead, he said to Lu Xiaofeng, "Don't say I don't take care of you. Come on, let me treat you to a painted boat ride in Jinling as a send-off."
Lu Xiaofeng was speechless. "I really thank you!"
(End of Chapter)
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