"It seems like general isn't interested in buying a sword! The general only wants a sword worth eight thousand taels of silver, not my sword! "
Wang Chong shook his head.
"Does gongzi think that your sword isn't worth 8000 gold taels?"
Zhao Fengchen smiled.
Wang Chong shook his head with a smile, not bothering to argue with him.
"My words are still the same. You aren't allowed to look or touch it. If you wish to buy it, you can take it away for 4800 gold taels. By tomorrow, it won't be this price anymore! … "
After saying those words, Wang Chong flung his sleeves and turned around to leave. Without any hesitation, he stepped out of the door in the blink of an eye, leaving no room for negotiation.
"Lord, what do we do? That lad isn't buying it at all? "
After Wang Chong left, a tall and thin Imperial Army commander beside Zhao Fengchen finally couldn't help but grumble.
"Let me think about it."
Frowning, Zhao Fengchen fell into deep contemplation.
8000 gold taels. This was more than ten times higher than Wang Chong's initial offer. However, Wang Chong rejected it without any hesitation. His decisiveness far exceeded his expectations!
This was something that Zhao Fengchen didn't expect.
"Lord, why are you wasting your breath on him? If that lad doesn't agree to it, we'll just forcefully take down the sword from the Bluebottle Pavilion! "
The tall and thin Imperial Army commander suggested. He was extremely dissatisfied with Wang Chong's attitude. They were Imperial Army commanders. Wasn't this lad being too arrogant?
"No! This Bluebottle Pavilion is the property of the Duke of Wei. Others might not know of it, but do you think that you don't? After so many days, when have you seen anyone stealing swords? "
With a stern expression, Zhao Fengchen rejected it without any hesitation:
"Furthermore, do you still want the face of the Imperial Army? If such a thing were to happen, how are we going to face ourselves in the future? "
"But Lord Huang …"
The tall and thin Imperial Army commander wanted to say something, but the moment the words left his mouth, he realized that he had said something wrong. He hurriedly stopped himself, but it was already too late. Turning around, he saw that Zhao Fengchen's complexion had turned incomparably awful.
"You don't have to worry about Lord Huang. I'll handle it myself!"
Hearing the words' Lord Huang ', Zhao Fengchen clearly felt a little irritated. His interest seemed to have diminished by quite a bit, and it wasn't as intense as before.
"I'll leave this sword to you. When they come back, help me hang it on the gate! Since I can't buy the sword, I might as well join this gamble. "
Zhao Fengchen removed an ancient-looking silver sword from his waist and tossed it over. After which, he walked through the door and left with widened strides.
…
At the same time, outside the Bluebottle Pavilion, Wang Chong and Wei Hao were walking side by side.
"This bastard! I thought he was a straightforward person, but it turns out he's the same as everyone else! "
The moment he walked out of the Bluebottle Pavilion, Wei Hao cursed non-stop.
If not for Wang Chong's explanation, he wouldn't have known that Zhao Fengchen's 8000 gold taels had such a purpose.
"Don't blame him. If he didn't even distinguish between good and bad swords, he would have bought them. That's the real problem. "
Wang Chong waved his hands casually.
In his previous life, Zhao Fengchen was a spendthrift. He was the one who picked up a few hundred thousand WuZi Steel weapons. Many people might have thought that he was a fool due to his wealth.
However, the truth was the exact opposite. After interacting with Zhao Fengchen this time, Wang Chong could sense it. Even though Zhao Fengchen was a 'spendthrift' person, what he bought was what he thought was the most valuable.
Towards those 'worthless' items, Zhao Fengchen wasn't any more generous than others.
In fact, if one were to think about it, how could a future marshal of the Imperial Army be a fool?
"… However, aren't you walking a little too quickly? That's 8000 gold taels we're talking about! To be able to afford such a price, these people are the real buyers. "
Wei Hao caught up to Wang Chong's footsteps and said indignantly. Thinking about how it was a pity to let go of such a rich man just like that.
"Don't worry, he won't be able to escape. It's only a matter of time before he comes back. "
Wang Chong faintly smiled.
The relationship between Zhao Fengchen and the WuZi Steel was fated, and it couldn't be severed. Wang Chong believed that in the future, when the black cloth covering the sword is removed and the WuZi Steel weapons are unveiled, Zhao Fengchen would definitely feel the calling.
"Zhao Fengchen … Zhao Fengchen …"
Wang Chong muttered to himself. Suddenly, a thought flashed across Wang Chong's mind.
In his previous life, Zhao Fengchen was a legend. Regardless of whether it was the story between him and the WuZi Steel, his astounding cultivation, or his deathmatch with the foreign invaders, he left a deep impression on everyone in the world.
However, compared to the illustrious position he would have in his future life, the current Zhao Fengchen was still inconspicuous. From his actions, it was clear that he was a high-ranking officer in the Imperial Army. However, there were at least a thousand high-ranking officers like him in the Imperial Army.
Based on the memories of his previous life, Zhao Fengchen would remain in his current position for at least six to seven years. And the reason for this situation was related to a nemesis of Zhao Fengchen's.
"Huang Xiaotian!"
A name flashed across Wang Chong's mind.
For Zhao Fengchen to become one of the three publicly acknowledged legends in the history of the Imperial Army, his talent and strength were unimaginable. However, it was inconceivable that such an outstanding person could only become the Grand Marshal at the age of forty.
In his entire life, he was truly a late bloomer!
The reason why such a situation occurred was closely related to another Imperial Army general who was equally powerful and talented.
That person's name was Huang Xiaotian.
Even though his achievements couldn't match up to Zhao Fengchen's, Huang Xiaotian wasn't too far off from Zhao Fengchen.
In the Imperial Army, other than the Grand Marshal, he was definitely one of the strongest commanders.
As the saying goes, 'A mountain can't hold two tigers'. Two people with similar interests could become friends, but two people with similar personalities could only become nemesis.
Zhao Fengchen and Huang Xiaotian were destined to never be friends for the rest of their lives!
It was this Huang Xiaotian who forcefully suppressed Zhao Fengchen's position as the commander of the Imperial Army for six to seven years. It was only after Zhao Fengchen displayed his prowess that Huang Xiaotian was left behind that Zhao Fengchen rose to the top and became a legend in the future!
Tracing back to the source of the feud between the two of them, it came from an extremely important selection for the commander of the Imperial Army. Back then, both Huang Xiaotian and Zhao Fengchen were popular contenders.
However, in the duel, Zhao Fengchen lost to Huang Xiaotian and lost this important opportunity. From then on, Huang Xiaotian made use of his status as the superior to force Zhao Fengchen into that position, rendering him unable to move.
And in terms of time, the Imperial Army Selection should have happened at this very moment.
Weng!
This thought flashed across Wang Chong's mind, and for a moment, he was stunned. Suddenly, Wang Chong understood why Zhao Fengchen would look for him.
"Wang Chong, what's wrong?"
A voice sounded by his ear. Wei Hao stared at Wang Chong in astonishment, unable to understand why the latter wasn't leaving.
"Ah! It's nothing. "
Wang Chong suddenly recovered from his daze. Shaking his head, he pulled open the carriage door and dived into a carriage by the roadside with Wei Hao. On the carriage, with a flick of the whip, the carriage galloped off into the distance.
"Gongzi, wait a moment!"
Just as they were speaking, flurried footsteps sounded behind them.
Wang Chong and Wei Hao turned around, only to see an Imperial Army member rushing over from the Bluebottle Pavilion.
Speaking of the devil, Wei Hao turned to look at Wang Chong with his mouth agape, as though he had seen a ghost. They were just talking about this matter a moment ago, and these fellows came so quickly. Did they change their minds so quickly? Wang Chong was way too incredible!
However, contrary to their expectations, the Imperial Army member brought up another matter.
"Gongzi, may I ask what the metal mountain in front of the Bluebottle Pavilion is for? Is it for sale as well? "
As the Imperial Army member spoke, he pointed to the metal mountain in front of the Bluebottle Pavilion.
The Bluebottle Pavilion was only a short distance away from the royal palace. The matter that had happened here had already spread through the Imperial Army. Speaking of swords, there was no one who loved swords more than the Imperial Army.
The sword duel gamble in the Bluebottle Pavilion had already attracted the attention of a large group of Imperial Army members. Otherwise, they wouldn't have appeared here in the first place.
It was one thing for everyone to know about the swords on the pavilion. However, no one knew what the massive 'metal lump', or rather, the 'metal mountain', was for.
In the royal palace, the various Imperial Army members were speculating on the matter, and there were even people who placed their bets on the matter. It was truly a bustling scene.
This Imperial Army member was also perplexed by the matter. Upon meeting Wang Chong, he hurried over to ask about it.
"Hehe!"
Understanding what was going on, Wang Chong couldn't help but smile.
"Make a guess!"
Leaving behind these words, the carriage left the Bluebottle Pavilion.
… …
After returning from the Bluebottle Pavilion, Wang Chong quickly immersed himself in his martial arts practice. Judging by the time, the Three Great Training Camps should have already started their preparations.
The requirements to enter the Three Great Training Camps were extremely high right from the start, and it would only get higher and higher in the future. Without sufficient martial arts, it would be difficult for one to enter.
Other than this, Wang Chong also had to consider grandfather's birthday.
In the entire Wang Clan, the true backbone of the clan had never been his father Wang Yan, big uncle Wang Gen, aunt, uncle, and the others.
From the start to the end, there had only been a single backbone of the Wang Clan, and that was his grandfather!
As a clan of generals and ministers in the capital, the Wang Clan possessed a huge amount of resources. However, these resources were usually indiscernible.
In terms of wealth, the Wang Clan couldn't match up to the Zhang Clan, and in terms of influence, they couldn't match up to the Yao Clan. Even Yao Feng had access to more resources than him.
However, the Wang Clan was a true top-notch clan in the Tang dynasty!
The reason why there was such an incongruous situation was because the descendants of the Wang Clan had to earn grandfather's approval in order to receive resources.
This was the case for his big uncle Wang Gen to enter the royal court, his father Wang Yan to enter the military, and even his big aunt and little uncle were the same as well!
Thus, when grandfather passed away in his previous life and big uncle chose the wrong side, the Wang Clan fell so quickly!
'The Wang Clan doesn't tolerate mediocre people', this was grandfather's philosophy.
Thus, without displaying sufficient capability and receiving grandfather's approval, the descendants of the Wang Clan were no different from ordinary clans.
If Wang Chong wanted to receive resources from the clan to change his fate, he would have to obtain grandfather's approval!
Furthermore, the Four Quarters Embassy was built by the emperor for grandfather and the others, and it was a place where they could discuss political affairs. It was heavily guarded and guarded by the Imperial Army. Even the descendants of the Wang Clan only had a single chance to enter the Four Quarters Embassy every year!
It was during grandfather's birthday!
This was also Wang Chong's only chance in a year!
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