"Meihua, you and your mother can talk about it later. This time, we have something important to ask Chong-er! We have to clarify the matter regarding the Yao and Wang Clan, as well as the King of Song. "
Suddenly, a deep and dignified voice resounded in Wang Chong's ears. Raising his head, Wang Chong saw a middle-aged man in his forties seated at the center of the room, in the most prominent position.
His face was stern and meticulous. Just by sitting there, he exuded an authoritative and rational aura. With a single look, one could tell that this kind of person was suited to take up an important position in the royal court.
And in truth, he was indeed one.
"Big uncle!"
A thought flashed across Wang Chong's mind. This person was his big uncle, Wang Gen. In his previous life, when Wang Chong first transcended to this world, he feared nothing in the world except for his big uncle, Wang Gen, whom he wasn't close to.
In this world, there were some people who would fly into a rage because they were angry, and it was only through their rage that they instilled fear in others. However, there were some people who seemed to be born to instill fear in others.
It was as if it was ingrained in their bones that they didn't know how to laugh, and when they did, it was eerie and terrifying, even more so than crying.
This big uncle of his was such a person!
In fact, his cousin Wang Zhu Yan, from a certain perspective, had inherited these genes from his big uncle, which was why Wang Chong felt so fearful of her.
"Since big uncle has said so, we'll just do as he says."
Madam Wang, Zhao Shu Hua, released her hands with an embarrassed expression. Clearly, she was fearful of this big uncle of Wang Chong's. In a feudal society, the eldest brother was the father. As the eldest son, Wang Gen had a natural advantage in the Wang Clan. This wasn't just limited to Zhao Shu Hua, Wang Chong's big aunt, uncle, little uncle, and everyone else felt the same way.
The moment big uncle spoke, everyone fell silent out of fear. Only Wang Chong's cousin Wang Zhu Yan had quietened down. Only Wang Chong winked mischievously and gave her a thumbs up in encouragement.
"Wang Chong, let me ask you. Your father suddenly broke camp at the border and the army retreated 50 li, avoiding Yao Guang Yi's plot. Your father said it was your doing. You were the one who told him. Let me ask you, is this true? "
Wang Chong's Big Uncle Wang Gen stared at Wang Chong said. In an instant, Wang Chong's aunts and uncles also turned their gazes over.
Everyone looked at Wang Chong, waiting for his answer.
Even though his mother had already explained everything to them, Wang Chong could tell that no one believed that he was the culprit. Even Cousin Wang Zhu Yan didn't believe it at all.
After all, compared to what he had done in the past, what he had done this time was far too shocking.
"It's me!"
Wang Chong was silent for a moment. He met everyone's gaze and nodded seriously.
These two simple words had a completely different feeling in everyone's ears. Everyone looked at Wang Chong with complicated gazes. Even though Wang Chong's father had already explained the problem clearly in the letter he had sent to the clan,
However, hearing the confirmation from Wang Chong's own mouth was still very shocking.
"Tell me, what's going on?"
Wang Chong's uncle said coldly with a straight face.
"Wang Chong, don't be nervous. Your uncle doesn't want to interrogate you! "
At the side, Wang Chong's aunt, Wang Ru Shuang, quickly explained.
"You might not know this, but the incident at the border has caused a huge uproar in the capital. A few days ago, Yao Guang Yi and his men appeared in your father's territory, trying to create the illusion that our Wang Clan and the Yao Clan have reconciled and are working together. "
"Fortunately, your father listened to your words and led the army to retreat 50 li in advance, clearing his name and catching Yao Guang Yi and the Yao Clan off guard. Your father has stated all of this clearly in his letter. This is all thanks to you. In the battle with the Yao Clan, our Wang Clan has managed to turn the tables. "
"Wang Chong, you're a great contributor to our Wang Clan!"
Wang Chong was only a fifteen-year-old child, and there was no one in the Wang Clan who didn't fear his big brother. Wang Chong's big aunt, Wang Ru Shuang, seemed to understand this point, so she tried to alleviate the tension with a smile.
"Also, it was your grandfather's intention to invite you here to understand the situation. You've done well, so there's no need to be nervous. "
Hearing big aunt's words, Wang Chong's heart skipped a beat, and he immediately perked up. If he didn't remember wrongly, his grandfather was in the Four Quarters Embassy, providing policy support to the Holy Emperor at any moment. He had never been concerned with such trifling matters outside of the empire.
The incident at the border had clearly caught his attention. Or to be more precise, it was he who had caught his attention.
Of the Wang Clan's younger generation, only his big brother and big cousin had caught his grandfather's attention. This was the first time that his grandson was valued by his grandfather.
Wang Chong shot a glance at his mother, and her face was flushed red. Clearly, she already knew of this matter.
"Great!"
Wang Chong clenched his fists tightly, and his heart tightened. This was definitely an unexpected gain. In the Wang Clan, even though his grandfather was advanced in age, he still wielded an unparalleled status.
All of the authority, status, reputation, and influence of the Wang Clan stemmed from his grandfather's contributions to the throne. In the royal court, his grandfather wielded immense influence.
The reason why his big uncle and father were able to obtain their current standing was due to his grandfather's contributions!
The reason why the Yao Clan's Yao Guang Yi, that old fart Old Master Yao, and the noble King Qi were so wary of the Wang Clan and were trying to separate the Wang Clan and King Qi was because of his grandfather, who rarely showed himself in the Four Quarters Embassy!
However, this wasn't what Wang Chong was concerned about.
"Can I take a look at the letter on the table?"
Wang Chong pointed to the white letter on the table.
"Of course, this was meant for you!"
The people in the room nodded.
Wang Chong took the letter and glanced at it. The seal on the letter had already been removed. Clearly, the others had already read the contents of the letter.
However, Wang Chong wasn't surprised at all.
The King of Song and King Qi were the two most authoritative Kings of the Tang dynasty in the royal court. Who knew how many important officials of the imperial court and generals of the border were involved in this matter.
The conflict between factions in the royal court had always been incomparably treacherous.
If the Wang Clan were to get involved, a single mishap could lead to their demise. All of their authority, wealth, and standing would be reduced to ashes in an instant.
It would be strange if the entire Wang Clan didn't care about this matter and didn't want to get to the bottom of it.
Opening the letter, Wang Chong took out the paper within. Bold and majestic words gushed out from the paper, and a sense of urgency could be felt from the words.
"It's father's handwriting."
Wang Chong recognized his father's handwriting. In the letter, his father, Wang Yan, recounted the entire sequence of events. As expected, his father listened to his words. On the day that he mentioned, he sent scouts to check on Yao Guang Yi's movements and retreated fifty li in advance.
The entire matter didn't take too long. However, most of it was to ask Wang Chong about the contents of the matter. Wang Chong could sense the bewilderment in his father's heart.
There was no doubt that there were too many things that he couldn't understand from start to finish. How did Wang Chong know that Yao Guang Yi wanted to harm him? How did he know when The King of Song would send an envoy to fetch him? How did he know that the Hu would invade and that Yao Guang Yi would send troops to his territory?
If Wang Chong's performance had always been outstanding, wise, and intelligent, he would have been highly regarded by the clan and displayed astonishing talent. However, Wang Chong's performance in the past had always been worrisome.
In fact, not too long ago, he had even abducted a female commoner, a despicable act that even a profligate scion wouldn't do.
Just think about it, for such a person like Wang Chong to suddenly become so perceptive and wise overnight, who wouldn't be suspicious?
Wang Chong raised his head and looked around. Big uncle, cousin, big aunt, uncle, and everyone else was looking at him in anticipation.
This was the first time that Wang Chong had received the attention of so many people in the clan. Countless thoughts flashed across his mind. Wang Chong gradually calmed down. Many of the thoughts in his mind gradually became clearer.
In his previous life, until the Wang Clan completely fell into decline, Wang Chong had never received any attention from the clan. In the eyes of all the clan members, Wang Chong was a hopeless fool.
However, the Wang Clan wasn't an ordinary clan. In the entire Central Plains, there weren't many clans that could compare to the Wang Clan.
Wang Chong knew that if he could receive the attention of the clan, it would be of great help to his future plans. With the resources of the Wang Clan, including grandfather, big uncle, big aunt, little uncle, father, big brother, cousin, and cousin … When all of them were combined, the strength they could muster was immense.
This was something that he couldn't hope to achieve by himself.
But before that, he had to win their trust and gain the acknowledgement of all of the clan members! In Wang Chong's plan, the first step to changing the Wang Clan was completed. The next step was to enter the core of the clan, and this was the best opportunity!
His grandfather, who lived in seclusion in the Four Quarters Embassy, rarely asked about the affairs of the younger generation. Even though big uncle, big aunt, and uncle had come this time, and they were the ones asking him questions,
However, Wang Chong knew that the authoritative grandfather of his was the one who was asking him questions.
The incident by the border had caused too great of an impact. His father 'unintentionally' dodged Yao Guang Yi's ploy, allowing the entire Wang Clan to escape a calamity.
This feat was simply too astonishing. It didn't seem possible for someone of his age to do so.
At this moment, not only his grandfather, probably everyone wanted to know how he did it.
Wang Chong could easily come up with many plausible excuses. For example, he could say that an otherworldly expert had told him about the Yao Clan's scheme, or that he had accidentally overheard the Yao Clan's plan to deal with the Wang Clan and told his father about it.
All of these were plausible. But if that was the case, it would be the opposite of his original goal!
If he wanted to squeeze into the core of the clan and gain the respect of everyone, he had to display his brilliance and leave an unforgettable impression on them.
"Eldest Uncle, I'm not sure if you still remember that not long ago, Ma Zhou used my name to kidnap a girl?"
Wang Chong raised his head to look at Big Uncle Wang Gen, who had the highest standing in the group.
"I remember!"
Wang Gen replied. His face was expressionless, but his heart suddenly skipped a beat. A bizarre feeling flashed across his mind.
In the Wang Clan, he was the eldest son. All of the authority and influence of the old master had been inherited by him. He wielded unparalleled authority in the clan, and there was almost no one in the Wang Clan who didn't fear him.
Putting aside the juniors like Wang Chong and Wang Zhu Yan, even the elders like Wang Ru Shuang and Zhao Shu Hua would feel fearful before him.
Wang Chong had met him several times in the past, and each time, he would cower in fear, not daring to even breathe loudly. But this time, this incompetent 'scum' of the Wang Clan actually dared to look him in the eye without any fear.
Even Wang Chong's eldest and second brothers weren't capable of such a feat.
"This lad …"
Wang Gen frowned. Honestly speaking, he didn't believe Wang Yan's words at all before coming here. How could someone like Wang Chong be able to guide Wang Yan?
There was a high chance that Wang Yan was trying to protect his son in order to attract the attention of the old master.
But now, looking at Wang Chong's calm and composed demeanor, Wang Gen suddenly felt uncertain. Having been in the officialdom for several decades, he was able to discern whether he was truly fearless or feigning it.
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