Chapter 434

Yu Junting had turned out in full force this time. The three thousand elite soldiers were all elites of the Yu family. If these three thousand elites were all killed, the Snail Ridge would no longer be able to stand, and the Yu family would no longer be able to maintain their position as the number one chieftain of Tongren. They would definitely be replaced.

However, the situation had completely spiraled out of control. It was impossible for Yu Junting to stay out of it even if she wanted to. If Ye Xiaotian failed on the verge of success and Yang Yinglong gained the upper hand, the Yu family of Tongren would not be able to protect itself if the nest was overturned. Regardless of whether it was for personal or public welfare, Yu Junting could only fight with her back to the river.

Therefore, Yu Junting was very decisive. She entrusted her daughter to her Second Uncle, while she brought Wen Ao and Yu Hailong, her two trusted generals, and personally led three thousand elites. Donning their helmets and armor, they went straight to Ge Zhang's Ge Trading Company.

The Tong family of Ge Zhang Merchant Company was currently in a very awkward situation. After suffering a setback from Ye Xiaotian, the Tong family became entangled with Yang Yinglong again. At that time, Yang Yinglong was busy dealing with the An family of Shuixi and the Song family of Shuidong. He hoped that the Tong family would not cause trouble, so he gave them some face. The relationship between the two families was temporarily eased.

Tong Yun was happy to have found a strong backer, but Yang Yinglong rebelled. This gave Tong Yun a headache. He did not have the courage or determination to follow Yang Yinglong in rebellion. The support of the imperial court was much stronger than that of Yang Yinglong.

However, he also did not have the courage to stand on the side of the imperial court. His territory was adjacent to Bozhou. If he raised the flag and declared to suppress the rebellion, what would happen if Yang Yinglong turned around and killed him first? Although Wanli's support was strong enough, the sky was high and the emperor was far away.

In the end, the Tong family was in an awkward situation. The imperial court's hundreds of thousands of troops were fighting fiercely, but he pinched his nose and squatted at Ge Shangdu, not daring to say a word. Yang Yinglong was fighting everywhere and claiming to be the emperor of half a dynasty. He also seemed to be unaware, like a clay Bodhisattva.

Boss Tong wanted to remain neutral, but others did not give him this opportunity. Ye Xiaotian had gone to Sichuan in response to Governor-General Li Hualong's call to join the rebellious army. He had not taken the same path as him. Now that Ye Junting was going to join Guizhou's Inspector Ye Mengxiong's rebellious army, she had to pass through his territory. What should he do?

Refuse? It was obvious that he was standing on Yang Yinglong's side. Guizhou's Ye Lao Xiong was not someone to be trifled with. He might not be able to deal with Yang Yinglong in a short period of time, but if he wanted to deal with Tong, he would be smashed into pieces with just a slap of his bear paw.

Refuse? What if Yang Yinglong mobilized his troops to fight with him? Baini was the territory of the Tian family of Bozhou, and it was adjacent to him. Troops and horses were sent here every day. What if Yang Yinglong really conquered the world in the future? Would they be able to live a better life than the Tong Family?

After struggling for a while, Tong Yun could not come up with a plan. He had no choice but to forcefully come up with an idea. He randomly found an unmarried niece and betrothed her to a chieftain in Ge Mountain. The wedding ceremony was simple, and the wedding was immediately completed. As soon as the wedding ceremony began, Elder Tong led all the important figures in the clan into the mountains to rush to the wedding banquet.

He left at the right time. He reckoned that when Yu Junting arrived and he wasn't around, the important people in charge of the tribe weren't around as well. His subordinates didn't know what to do and didn't have the time to ask for instructions. Thus, he had to receive Chieftain Yu politely and send her out of seclusion.

If this matter were to spread, the Imperial Court would know that he, Tong Yun, had clearly expressed his position: I am loyal to the Imperial Court! Although the Tong family was weak and couldn't pledge their loyalty to the emperor, they still did their part within their power. If Yang Yinglong made things difficult for him, or Yang Yinglong conquered the world in the future, he could plead for an explanation. "I'm not home and my subordinates are ignorant. Heavenly King, please forgive me …"

Tong Yun made a wishful thinking and brought a group of important people from the clan into the mountains to attend his niece's wedding banquet. Just as he left, Yu Junting led the army and arrived at Ge Zhang's Ge Merchant Company in a grandiose manner. Although the army of three thousand had not come to attack the Tong family, the Tong family was still very nervous. The city gates were tightly shut and the city walls were heavily guarded.

Wen Ao went to the city to negotiate. He said that the Tong Ren Yu family was gathering their descendants to swear loyalty to the imperial court and join the army. He also showed the document from Commander Ye of Crouching Bull Ridge. In name, the territories of the Liansi and Eight Manors were under Ye Xiaotian's control. The Ge Zhang Merchant Company belonged to Shi Qian's manor, so it was naturally one of the eight manors.

Wen Ao confidently asked the Tong family to solve the problem of food supplies. Tong Yun led a group of senior stewards into the mountains. The one left in charge of affairs in the old city of Geshangdu was an experienced and prudent person among the younger generation. His name was Tong Jiyao.

In the eyes of the Tong family's seniors, Tong Jiyao was indeed calm and experienced. However, when the seniors were around, he had only done things under their orders at most. He still had to ask for instructions early and report late. He had never taken on such an important task alone.

This situation was similar to how Tian Binfei had faked his death and Tian Miaowen had become a nun. A new leader of the Tian family had been chosen. He had the ability, and there were no major flaws in his temper. However, he had not even experienced a single major trial. Suddenly shouldering such an important task made him flustered.

Tong Jiyao thought about Elder Tong's instructions before he left and purposely refused to help. After Wen Ao threatened him with words and expressions, he hurriedly invited General Guang Wei into the city. As for providing help with food supplies, he naturally agreed. Anyway, Yu Junting had Commander Ye's document and could report to the imperial court after the war.

Yu Junting's three thousand troops naturally could not enter the city. This was a taboo. Not to mention that the Tong and Yu families belonged to two autonomous chieftains, even if they were all under the rule of officials, there was no reason for the imperial court's army to enter the city at will. However, how many troops Yu Junting wanted to bring into the city became a problem.

Yu Junting wanted to bring five hundred bodyguards into the city. Tong Jiyao felt that it was a bit too much. He showed an awkward expression and hinted that Yu Junting did not need to be too vigilant when entering the Ge Merchant Company. The Ge Merchant Company was also a chieftain loyal to the imperial court. She only needed to bring thirty to fifty bodyguards to accompany her.

What kind of prestige did Yu Junting have? Back then, even the unscrupulous Ye Xiaotian was forced to kneel by her. The head of the Zhang family, who had been guarding the Tongren Province for five hundred years, vomited blood and died because of her anger. She had the air of a high and mighty queen, and her aura was incomparably strong. How could a young lad like Tong Jiyao, who had just taken on a heavy responsibility for the first time, withstand it?

Yu Junting did not say a word. She only urged her horse forward. She was wearing the Radiant Armour passed down from the Yu family in the Tang dynasty. Her almond-shaped eyes glanced at him indifferently from behind the mighty visor. Tong Jiyao stammered as he agreed to General Yu's condition of leading 500 bodyguards into the city.

Yu Junting was welcomed into the local magistrate's residence. She still did not say much. Only Advisor Wen Ao hummed a few words to him: General Yu is loyal to the country. He will lead the troops out of the Ge Merchant Company to conquer Bai Ni and cooperate with Inspector Ye to suppress the traitor Yang. The army came from afar. Tonight, they will rest outside the city and pass the border tomorrow. General Yu wants to rest in the city. He also wants the Tong family to slaughter pigs and sheep to reward the army.

Tong Jiyao only wanted to quickly send this god of plague away. Naturally, he would agree to all of his requests. After exchanging a few pleasantries, he hurriedly arranged accommodation for General Yu. At this moment, Tong Jiyao realized that it was no wonder General Yu wanted to bring five hundred bodyguards into the city. Moreover, he brought big and small bags. It turned out that this General Yu was a neat freak. Their Tong family's brand new bedding, tea set and cutlery were not used by others and wanted to use their own. Groups of male and female soldiers came in and out of the city. They made the beds and placed the utensils. They were extremely busy.

Tong Jiyao felt dizzy. He only needed to sleep for one night. Was there a need to go through so much trouble? He really could not understand women's affairs.

At this moment, the troops he sent out to reward the army had already opened the city gates with the slaughtered pigs and sheep. Outside the city gates, the Yu family soldiers who were waiting to receive their rewards were all drooling. Their eyes were shining. The Tong family secretly curled their lips.

Unexpectedly, just as they carried the pigs and sheep onto the suspension bridge, the Yu family soldiers outside the city suddenly shouted and charged towards them like a herd of mad bulls. The Tong family's troops were dumbfounded. Did they have to be so greedy? How many years had it been since these soldiers tasted meat?

Before they could understand, they realized that these Yu family soldiers did not pay any attention to them. They directly charged past them and headed straight for the city gates!