Yun Ji didn't say anything, which meant she agreed.
The tunnel was not a big deal to her. As long as the people on the ground were arranged properly, no one would notice them when they dug the tunnel. This was not something she needed to worry about. Since Niu Youdao had spoken, there would be people to coordinate with him.
The construction of the tunnel could be discussed later. Right now, she had to go out with Niu Youdao.
Guan Fangyi, who watched them leave, snorted in dissatisfaction. In the past, she was always the one going out with Niu Youdao. Now that it was Yun Ji, she felt inexplicably unhappy.
But there was no other way. Niu Youdao was now Yun Ji's follower. Wherever he went, he had to bring Yun Ji with him.
The Southern Provincial Governor's Mansion and the Prince's Mansion were one. The official place was in the front, and the residence was in the back.
In the meeting hall of the Provincial Governor's Mansion, Qin State, Han State, and Song State all sent representatives. Cultivators from various countries and high-ranking officials from the imperial court were present. As the host, Shang Chaozong presided over the meeting.
As for the Yan imperial court, Shang Chaozong didn't inform them at all. It was obvious that he represented the Yan imperial court!
Qin, Han, and Song State didn't have any opinion on this. Since they sent representatives to attend the meeting, it meant that they recognized Shang Chaozong's strength and influence to represent the Yan imperial court.
None of them wanted Jin State to annex Wei and Qi State. But when it came to the actual cost, they started to argue again. No one wanted to lose out.
When a group of people argued, Shang Chaozong didn't say anything. Lan Ruoting, on the other hand, talked until his mouth was dry.
On the Song State's side, Jia Wuqun, who came with them, sat quietly at the back. He watched the situation coldly and didn't say anything. He didn't say anything either.
Except for the cultivator leader of the Song State's delegation, people from Qin State and Han State didn't know that Jia Wuqun was here. Even the other members of the Song State's delegation didn't know.
Most of the time, Jia Wuqun was paying attention to Shang Chaozong's words and actions. After the various countries' representatives started arguing, he paid even more attention to Shang Chaozong's reaction.
He wasn't sure if it was an illusion, but he noticed that one of the guards behind Shang Chaozong seemed to be sizing him up. However, he didn't know who that person was. He didn't seem to have heard that there was such a person by Shang Chaozong's side, so he decided to turn around and investigate.
That person was none other than Niu Youdao.
Niu Youdao was not interested in the meeting in front of him at all. He was the one who instructed Shang Chaozong to arrange this meeting and he did not intend to achieve any results from it. If the situation was not forced to a certain extent, it would be impossible for these people to abandon their selfishness and work together. If it was that easy, they would not have waited until today to sit down.
What he was really interested in was Jia Wuqun. He had created such a big trap just to lure Jia Wuqun over, and also to cover up his meeting with Jia Wuqun here.
The discussion went on for half a day without any results. Instead, it was almost time for dinner. Shang Chaozong stood up and made the decision to take a break for today. He would hold a banquet later.
As the crowd dispersed, Niu Youdao took the opportunity to come to Jia Wuqun's side and said in a low voice, "The Prince invites you."
Jia Wuqun nodded slightly.
After leaving the meeting hall, Jia Wuqun greeted the cultivator leader on the way and left under the leader's protection.
Before the cultivator leader came, Zi Pingxiu had already notified him.
Jia Wuqun, who was left alone, naturally had someone to receive him and lead him to a secluded room.
After waiting for a while, Shang Chaozong arrived with only two people, Yun Ji and Niu Youdao.
Jia Wuqun cupped his fists and bowed. He could only move, but he couldn't speak.
Shang Chaozong pointed at his face.
Jia Wuqun smiled faintly. He lifted his hand and tore off the disguise on his face, revealing his true appearance. He was a middle-aged man with fair skin, spirited eyes, and a calm demeanor.
His appearance looked ordinary, but his body exuded a faint aura of a spectator, which was why Niu Youdao paid a lot of attention to him.
"Thank you for coming all the way here, Mister." Shang Chaozong smiled and extended his hand to invite Jia Wuqun to sit.
Jia Wuqun cupped his fists again and sat down.
Niu Youdao acted like a servant, placing a set of stationery in front of Jia Wuqun. There was no lack of brush, ink, paper, and inkstone. He even personally ground the ink for Jia Wuqun while paying attention to Jia Wuqun's reaction.
Jia Wuqun's gaze fell on the writing board in front of him. His eyes narrowed, and his heart was filled with shock. He couldn't tear his eyes away from the writing board.
The design of this writing board was exactly the same as the one he used at home.
His gaze then fell on the brush, brush holder, and inkstone. The design was exactly the same.
Jia Wuqun couldn't help but reach out to pick up the brush. He discovered that it was very familiar to him, and even the degree of wear was exactly the same. If it was placed in his house, it would probably be able to pass off as the genuine one. Even he himself wouldn't be able to tell the difference.
From this, it could be seen that the other party had a good grasp of his situation. There seemed to be no secrets to speak of. The degree of shock in his heart was unimaginable to outsiders.
Niu Youdao saw his reaction and smiled. He had put in a lot of effort for these things.
For these few things, he didn't hesitate to use some tricks to make the Zi Fu feel that Jia Wuqun's stationery was old and needed to be replaced. Thus, he gave Jia Wuqun a new set of stationery. As for the old stationery, he took it over and brought it over from afar. How could it not be similar?
"This is the stationery that the Prince specially made for Mister. Does Mister feel comfortable using it?" Niu Youdao asked.
Jia Wuqun's breathing was somewhat heavy. The brush in his hand was light, but his heart was unprecedentedly heavy. He felt as if he was standing naked in front of these people, with no secrets to speak of!
What's wrong with this set of stationery? Shang Chaozong was puzzled. He could tell that Jia Wuqun's reaction to this set of stationery was abnormal. The calmness that he had after tearing off his mask instantly vanished.
Shang Chaozong couldn't figure out what was going on. He didn't know what Niu Youdao was up to. He didn't know why Jia Wuqun was purposely targeting this person. He also didn't know how much pressure this set of stationery was exerting on Jia Wuqun. Of course, he knew that Niu Youdao must have his reasons for doing this.
After Jia Wuqun calmed himself down, he dipped the brush in ink and wrote a few words on the revolving board. He then passed it to Shang Chaozong: Prince is very thoughtful!
After that, he wrote on the other side of the revolving board: Prince summoned me. May I know what instructions he has for me?
Niu Youdao, who was standing beside him, nodded slightly at Shang Chaozong.
Shang Chaozong smiled and said, "Naturally, it's for the matter of joining hands to resist Jin."
The revolving board turned back and Jia Wuqun tore off another page. Jia Wuqun picked up the brush and wrote again: Prince summoned all the countries for a meeting today. It seems like he only wanted to liven things up and has no intention of making a decision. Instead, he treated this Jia with great care. Prince, why don't you speak your mind?
After Shang Chaozong saw this, he laughed heartily and stood up. "Mister Jia, the various countries' envoys must have arrived at the banquet. This Prince will have to accompany them. Wang Xiao, entertain Mister Jia well. "
"Yes!" Niu Youdao cupped his fists and accepted the order.
Shang Chaozong turned around and left in large strides. Jia Wuqun frowned and stood up. Not being able to speak was troublesome. He wanted to invite Jia Wuqun, but he couldn't even make a sound.
Niu Youdao turned around and gestured to Jia Wuqun. "Mister Jia, please take a seat!"
Jia Wuqun didn't even look at him. He flicked his sleeves and left. Unexpectedly, Yun Ji's figure flashed and blocked his path.
Jia Wuqun stopped and coldly looked at the two of them.
Niu Youdao said, "If Zhao is destroyed, the balance of power in the world will be broken! The three countries in the west will be fighting fiercely and will not be able to focus on the east. New Qin will be involved and will not be able to take care of itself. If Jin wins, Wei and Qi will perish. In a while, Jin will come out of the pass and march towards the east. They can attack and defend when they advance. The four countries in the east will be shaken for a long time. If Jin does not win, they will not be able to attack the east. Jin, Wei and Qi will not be able to focus on the east. Weak Qin will be coveted by Yan and Han. A fat piece of meat is right in front of their mouths. How can they miss it? However, the Song will be behind these two countries and will definitely join forces to eliminate any future troubles! "
"Regardless of whether Jin wins or loses, the world will be in chaos. Various countries are waiting for a chance to strike. Wu Gong Ling is not a wise ruler. The Song will not last long and will definitely perish!"
"Wu Gong Ling is an opportunist and will not be in Mister's eyes. It is hard to predict who will be the ruler of the world. Mister should make a decision soon! "
Jia Wuqun's eyes flickered. Finally, he slowly walked back and sat down. He picked up his brush and wrote, "Prince summoned me just to discuss the world's power?"
Niu Youdao said, "No! Prince only wants to ask Mister for a favor! "
Jia Wuqun: Do you want me to encourage the Prime Minister to help Prince annex the Song Kingdom?
Niu Youdao said, "It is just a mere Zi Pingxiu. The Prince will not care about him. The time to annex the Song Kingdom is not yet ripe."
Jia Wuqun: Apart from this, I really can't think of anything else I can help Prince.
Niu Youdao said, "Mister need not belittle yourself. There is also no need to rush back to the Song Kingdom. Within three days, Prince will provide something for Mister to look at. Mister will understand after reading it! "
Jia Wuqun wanted to pick up his brush and write again. However, Niu Youdao reached out and held his hand. "Mister, Prince's banquet is about to begin. Please attend and fill your stomach!"
Jia Wuqun pointed at Niu Youdao.
Niu Youdao did not understand. Jia Wuqun pushed his hand away and continued to write, "Who are you?"
Niu Youdao said, "Wang Xiao! Just like the Prime Minister, the world knows you but not me. "
Jia Wuqun was stunned. Wang Xiao had been following Shang Chaozong all this while, but he was more low-key than Jia Wuqun.
"The banquet is about to begin. Mister, please!" Niu Youdao extended his hand again.
Since Wang Xiao was unwilling to say more, Jia Wuqun knew that he could not get any more information out of him. He slowly put down his brush, stood up, and left.
After being escorted to the banquet venue, Jia Wuqun quietly sat behind the Song Kingdom's delegation. While he ate and drank slowly, his mind was in turmoil. Help? What kind of help? It was not like he was coveting the Song Kingdom. He could not figure it out no matter how hard he thought.
After thinking about it, he could only wait. He wanted to see what Wang Xiao wanted him to see.
After the banquet, he asked the delegation to help investigate Wang Xiao. The result was that he was from Thatched Cottage Villa. He did not know the details.
"Thatched Cottage Villa …" Jia Wuqun muttered under the moonlight.
In the next two days, he was restless. During the day, he sat at a table and watched a group of people argue about resisting the Jin Kingdom.
Two days later, Yuan Gang brought a stack of documents to the quiet room where Niu Youdao was cultivating. The things that Niu Youdao wanted were ready.
Niu Youdao only skimmed through it and handed it back. "Find a way to give it to Jia Wuqun. Don't let anyone see it."
Yuan Gang took the documents and reminded him, "There are too many things involved in the dispute between you and Shao Pingbo. If you let him see it in such detail, will he suspect that you are still alive?"
Niu Youdao said, "You worry too much. Isn't it normal for people in the Southern State to know about the matter between me and Shao Pingbo? Besides, there are old people from Thatched Cottage Villa here. It is not surprising that they can provide insider information."
Yuan Gang said, "In other words, he agreed to work for you."
Niu Youdao said, "No."
Yuan Gang was slightly surprised. "He didn't agree. You let him see it?"
Niu Youdao said, "This kind of person cannot be persuaded. I don't need to waste my breath to persuade him. He will have his own considerations. Let him make his own choice. Give him a piece of the sea and a boat. As for the future … once he gets on the boat, there will be no future. Go. "
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