All of the commanders of the Imperial Army came in high spirits and left in high spirits.
Even though they didn't manage to obtain Wang Chong's WuZi Steel Sword, it was sufficient for them to obtain priority in the auction of the world's number one swordsmith, not to mention, a ten percent discount.
There were many commanders in the Imperial Army, and there were many who held higher positions than them. But before the small note in their hands, they had no choice but to back down!
As for the twenty thousand gold taels, it wasn't a problem at all!
To be able to become a commander in the elite Imperial Army of the Tang dynasty, which of them didn't have a background? Even though twenty thousand gold taels wasn't a small sum, it wasn't much to them.
After sending off the Imperial Army commanders and making the necessary arrangements, Wang Chong stepped into his mother Zhao Shu Hua's room.
His mother had always been served by nannies and maids, but this time, other than Wang Chong and Madam Wang, there was no one else in the room.
The six hundred thousand gold taels piled up like a small mountain, and it was a huge shock to Madam Wang. The Wang Clan was a clan of ministers and generals, and Madam Wang was a knowledgeable person. Yet, Wang Chong was able to earn six hundred thousand gold taels in the blink of an eye. This was a huge shock to Zhao Shu Hua and the Wang Clan, who had always insisted on being honest.
'A gentleman loves money, but he acquires it in a proper way'. If Wang Chong had colluded with some shady people to obtain the gold taels, Zhao Shu Hua wouldn't have tolerated it.
But in that moment, she witnessed all of the commanders of the Imperial Army happily sending gold and gems to the Wang Clan. In fact, some of them even hated themselves for not sending enough.
It was clear that Wang Chong's money had come from a legitimate source.
"Chong-er, what is going on?"
The room was silent. Madam Wang sat on the chair and looked at Wang Chong. She finally asked the question that had been bothering her in her heart. She still hadn't recovered from the shock of the six hundred thousand gold taels.
There were simply too many things that Wang Chong was hiding from her.
"It's time for me to come clean!"
Wang Chong stood in front of his mother with his head lowered. A thought flashed through his mind. Although it wasn't the best time, it was better than not saying anything.
This incident had taught Wang Chong a huge lesson. Sometimes, what you think is good doesn't necessarily mean it's good.
After sorting out his thoughts, Wang Chong told him everything that had happened in Hyderabad.
"So, you borrowed money from the rich and powerful to raise the money to forge the sword?"
Madam Wang said.
Wang Chong gave a nod of acknowledgement.
Madam Wang stared at Wang Chong, sizing him up carefully. There was an indescribable feeling in her heart. For a moment, Zhao Shu Hua had a strange feeling in her heart, but in the next moment, she felt gratified as a mother.
"Chong-er, you've truly grown up!"
Madam Wang stared at Wang Chong said.
Which mother didn't wish for their son to succeed in life? The current Wang Chong had already achieved her expectations. Money had always been the weakness of the Wang Clan.
In the entire Wang Clan, including Big Uncle Wang Gen, Big Aunt Wang Ru Shuang, Little Uncle, and Wang Chong himself, there wasn't a single person who possessed talent in business.
Wang Chong's Big Uncle Wang Gen could be considered as someone who knew how to manage a business. Among the few clans, he was the one who had the best financial situation and managed to manage a few businesses.
But that was all there was to it. Compared to those truly rich and powerful families, it was a world of difference.
The Wang Clan wasn't one who was skilled in business. Including Wang Chong's big brother and second brother, none of them possessed the ability to manage a business. But now, Zhao Shu Hua saw an astonishing talent in her youngest son, one that far surpassed anyone else.
More than 600,000 gold taels!
This amount of wealth was enough for all the members of the Wang Clan to spend for a few decades without doing anything!
"Mother, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have hidden this matter from you. "
Wang Chong lowered his head and apologized.
Madam Wang shook her head.
"Child, through this matter, mother can also feel that you have really become more mature in handling matters. In the future, there's no need for you to tell me about some matters. Just go ahead and do it. Mother believes in you! "
"Mother …"
Wang Chong was moved. Looking at his mother, he was speechless.
Leaving his mother's room, Wang Chong felt much more relaxed. Even though he was nearly made use of by Su Bai this time, it turned out to be a good thing.
Through this matter, he had won his mother's trust and received her promise to 'go ahead and do it'.
After practicing his martial arts for a while in the courtyard, Wang Chong's Big Uncle Li Lin rushed into the Wang Clan.
"Did those Imperial Army commanders come?"
Uncle Li Lin asked as soon as he entered.
"Un."
Wang Chong nodded his head.
"Heh, those fellows sure reacted quickly. No matter how hard I tried, I still couldn't catch up to them! "
Li Lin shook his head with a smile.
Ever since he was promoted from his position as the Northern Gate Guard, Li Lin seemed to be in high spirits, and he was more talkative.
"Uncle, did something happen in the royal palace? Does it have something to do with Zhao Fengchen? "
Wang Chong asked.
When Wang Chong tried to probe, the Imperial Army commanders were very secretive about it. They just didn't say what had happened. However, there were some things that couldn't be hidden from Wang Chong.
"That's right! Zhao Fengchen defeated Huang Xiaotian and was promoted to the Imperial Army commander. He's the only new commander in the past few years! "
Before Wang Chong, Li Lin didn't beat around the bush and revealed the truth:
"Commander Zhao's strength is around the same level as Huang Xiaotian's. In fact, Huang Xiaotian might even be slightly stronger. However, this time, he had the advantage of a weapon. Commander Zhao's sword not only broke Huang Xiaotian's Famed Palace treasured sword, Snow Drinker, but it also broke his Tempered Adamantine Armor in one fell swoop and almost split his body apart! "
"There were quite a few people watching the battle back then, and there was even an Imperial Army commander among them. Everyone was scared stiff by Commander Zhao's sword. Those fellows must have been by the side and slipped away soon. To think that they would come to your place! "
Huang Xiaotian and Zhao Fengchen's promotion was a huge matter in the Imperial Army. Not only did it involve the position of a commander, it also involved the internal strife within the Imperial Army.
Wang Chong couldn't be clearer on this point.
Even though Uncle Li Lin didn't go into detail, Wang Chong could sense that the battle must have been extremely dangerous!
"It's a good thing that Lord Zhao has been promoted to commander."
Wang Chong said. Following which, he revealed the matter regarding the 600,000 gold taels. The relationship between Zhao Fengchen and Huang Xiaotian had changed because of him.
In the future, many major events would change as well.
Wang Chong was well aware that after being promoted to commander and receiving the resources of the palace, Zhao Fengchen's path of promotion would be even smoother, and he would probably reach the position of Grand Commander even faster.
On the other hand, Uncle Li Lin had contributed greatly by presenting the sword to Zhao Fengchen. In the future, he would have a bright future in the Imperial Army.
With this relationship, it would be much easier for Wang Chong to sell his sword in the Imperial Army in the future. Furthermore, Uncle Li Lin had always been the weakest link in the Wang Clan.
If he could follow Zhao Fengchen and rise through the ranks in the Imperial Army, the strength of the entire Wang Clan would rise along with him.
"Today's matter won't be the first wave. Most likely, more people will come looking for us in the future. Thus, I would like to leave this matter to Uncle. With Lord Zhao's backing in the royal palace, it will be much easier for Uncle to deal with this matter. "
Wang Chong said.
Wang Chong was prepared to let Uncle Li Lin handle all matters regarding the WuZi Steel Sword in the Imperial Army, including the auction priority, as well as the auction.
This wasn't just a matter of convenience or his identity as an Imperial Army member. Rather, through this matter, Uncle Li Lin's standing in the Imperial Army would be raised significantly.
When most of the Imperial Army commanders, commanders, and even the Grand Marshal would need Uncle Li Lin's help, his standing in the Imperial Army could be imagined.
His future path of promotion would probably be much faster than his uncle had imagined. Furthermore, with the protection of Zhao Fengchen and the Zhao Clan, no one would dare to cause trouble for him.
What was even more incredible was that the commanders of the Imperial Army who wanted the WuZi Steel Sword came from all factions. This would, in turn, boost the standing of Uncle Li Lin and Zhao Fengchen in the Imperial Army, making it much easier for them to get promoted in the future!
— — That is, if these people still wanted to buy the WuZi Steel Sword in the future!
All in all, only in the hands of Uncle Li Lin would the WuZi Steel Sword be able to bring out the greatest effect!
"Don't worry, I know what to do. Right, your aunt asked you when you are free. If you are free, you should visit uncle's residence and chat with your cousin so that you can offer him some pointers. That fellow is arrogant, but he's too arrogant. Your aunt and I hope that you can teach him a lesson on our behalf. "
Li Lin said.
Wang Chong smiled. His aunt and uncle had a son, Wang Liang. Even though uncle's surname was Li, he followed big aunt's surname. In the prestigious clans, it was common for one's maternal clan to be powerful and one's paternal side to be weak.
His aunt and uncle had high hopes for Cousin Wang Liang, but it was a pity that Cousin seemed to be getting further and further away from their expectations.
"Alright, I'll go when I'm free."
Wang Chong said. It would be grandfather's birthday soon, and according to the rules, Cousin would have to attend as well. It would be the same if they met again.
As for now, with more than 600,000 gold taels, there were many things that Wang Chong could do. He could truly display his prowess.
After sending uncle off, without any hesitation, Wang Chong brought Shen Hai, Meng Long, and a chest of gold to the White Agate Jewelry Shop. There, he found the two Sindhi monks, Ablonodan and Arloja.
"Masters! I have brought the money for the 300 jun of Hyderabad ores! "
Wang Chong pointed and gestured.
Peng!
Shen Hai and Meng Long carried a chest and placed it heavily before Ablonodan and Arloja.
"There's 80,000 gold taels in here. Take it!"
Wang Chong confidently said, his voice resonating.
Even with Ablonodan and Arloja's composure, their hearts couldn't help but tremble upon hearing Wang Chong's words. But amidst their shock, they were also doubtful.
"But gongzi, didn't you give us more than 30,000 gold taels previously? Furthermore, didn't you exchange the rest for rations? Why are you giving us so much gold? This has already far exceeded 90,000 gold taels! "
80,000 gold taels, along with the 30,000 gold taels that Wang Chong had given them previously, amounted to more than 110,000 gold taels, far exceeding the agreed upon amount.
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