As the saying goes, one should never hit a smiling face, let alone Zhu Bide, who had given Jiang Fei such a big gift.
Although people at Jiang Fei's level were already very open-minded about things like money, if he could own a property in the core area of Bizenis, he would have a convenient place to stay when he returned to Bizenis in the future.
Therefore, although Jiang Fei felt that Zhu Bide's greasy hand was a little disgusting, he reluctantly walked into the banquet hall with him.
At this time, the banquet hall was already full of all kinds of rare and precious food.
Jiang Fei followed Zhu Bide all the way to the main table, and Zhu Bide even let him sit at the main seat.
"Come, come, come! Lord Marshal, please sit! "Zhu Bide smiled.
"Okay!" Jiang Fei did not hesitate and sat down on the main seat.
"Come, come, come, everyone, sit." Then, Zhu Bide gestured for the others to take their seats. This time, his meeting with Jiang Fei was done with great pomp. Almost all the influential people around him were invited by Zhu Bide to accompany him. Unfortunately, Zhu Bide's enthusiasm was like a blind man trying to light a lamp in vain. This was because Jiang Fei did not know these rich businessmen at all. Moreover, he was not very interested in these profiteers. Therefore, it made no difference to him whether these people were big shots or small fries.
After everyone sat down, it was inevitable that they would exchange pleasantries. Although Jiang Fei was not interested in such things, he still had to entertain them. After all, it was not a Hongmen Banquet. Jiang Fei did not need these fat people.
After some small talk, Zhu Bide finally got to the point.
"Great Marshal, I heard that you were assassinated by Lord Lockseed. Is that true?" Zhu Bide asked tentatively.
"Hoho! Old fox! "Jiang Fei cursed in his heart. If it was false, would this old man still ask? However, on the surface, Jiang Fei still said in a pleasant tone, "There was a small problem, but it's not a big problem."
"Sigh! The security in Bizenis has been getting worse recently! "One of the big businessmen next to him tried to smooth things over.
"Hmph! Is this a problem with security? Assassinating the Great Marshal is a political problem! "Zhu Bide slammed the table angrily. This act was very emotional.
"Don't be angry, sir. It might not be that bad," another person said.
"Hehe, this group of people really have a clear division of labor!" Jiang Fei laughed in his heart. He did not expose these people's tricks. He just quietly watched their performance.
"Mr. President, I think it's necessary to replace the sheriff of Bizenis. Even if that guy wasn't wrong, he should resign!" a merchant suggested.
"Yeah! Yes! I heard that Captain Chi Meigou of the Bezenis Core Garrison is honest and has extraordinary abilities. I suggest that he be a sheriff! " Not everyone who accompanied them to the bar could receive a script. The secondary characters did not have a mission to complete, but that did not stop them from taking the opportunity to flatter Zhu Bide.
This Chi Meigou was one of Zhu Bide's distant nephews and could be considered one of Zhu Bide's confidants. If he was chosen as the sheriff, it would obviously increase Zhu Bide's authority in the upper echelons of the Universe Empire.
"Hehe, the appointment of a sheriff is not up to me. This has to be approved by His Majesty." Zhu Bide laughed loudly.
Zhu Bide laughed heartily at the compliments of his men around him. He almost forgot why he asked Jiang Fei to come over. When he remembered the serious matter, he quickly stopped laughing. After all, Jiang Fei was assassinated today, but he was smiling like a flower. Even if he did not do it, it was inevitable that he would offend Jiang Fei.
Thinking of this, Zhu Bide could not help but glare at the guy who flattered him. Then, he said to Jiang Fei seriously, "Great Marshal, I heard that the assassin shouted my name before he tried to assassinate you. I promise you, this matter has nothing to do with me."
"I know!" Jiang Fei smiled faintly.
"This matter … Huh?" Zhu Bide was still planning to continue explaining. He did not expect Jiang Fei to believe him so easily. After all, being assassinated was quite a serious matter. Regardless of whether he was injured or not, this matter could not be resolved easily. Especially when the assassin had shouted his name. If it was anyone else, it would be impossible for them to believe that this matter had nothing to do with them so easily.
"Alright, you don't have to explain anymore. I already know who did this." Jiang Fei smiled.
"Great Marshal, you know?" Zhu Bide's eyes widened. After all, this kind of assassination was usually carried out by people who were willing to sacrifice themselves. Regardless of the outcome of the assassination, these people would usually commit suicide. Even if they were caught, they would not be able to get any results from interrogation.
"Yes!" Jiang Fei nodded with certainty.
"Great Marshal, can you tell me who would be so bold as to do this?" Zhu Bide said angrily. Although the person who was assassinated was Jiang Fei, he was also a victim. After all, the assassin had framed him!
"What do you think?" Jiang Fei smiled as if he was implying something.
"This …" Zhu Bide pondered for a moment. He had a few suspects. First of all, the one who had the motive to assassinate Jiang Fei, the Great Marshal of the Empire, was definitely the Valsalrian Army. They were enemies with the Empire Army, so it was reasonable for them to assassinate the highest military commander of the Empire.
Secondly, there were the internal members of the Cosmic Empire, and they were the upper echelons. Among them, the only one who had a motive was Emperor Rivendell, because Jiang Fei's strength was a direct threat to his throne.
Zhu Bide looked at Jiang Fei and saw a playful smile on Jiang Fei's face. If it was an assassination, Jiang Fei would obviously not show such an expression. Then the answer was …
Thinking of this, Zhu Bide was even more certain. If the assassination was arranged by Rivendell, everything would make sense. Not only could Rivendell kill Jiang Fei, who had a powerful army, but they could also take the opportunity to frame Zhu Bide and weaken his position as chairman. This way, not only would Rivendell's throne be stabilized, but it would also gain more power.
"Seems like you have guessed it too." Jiang Fei smiled.
"As expected!" With Jiang Fei's affirmation, Zhu Bide was even more certain of his suspicions. His hatred for Rivendell grew. As the second strongest person in the Trade Federation, he was already a little unwilling to accept Rivendell's ascension to the throne. Now that Rivendell had taken the initiative to frame him, how could he not be resentful towards the Emperor?
"Great Marshal, what do you plan to do?" Zhu Bide asked Jiang Fei after pondering for a moment. Although Jiang Fei had not said anything, Zhu Bide understood Jiang Fei's intentions since he came to Zhu Bide's banquet. He knew that Jiang Fei planned to make a move on the Emperor.
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