Yuan Gang lowered his head. He knew Niu Youdao too well and knew why Niu Youdao wanted to kidnap those two. Daoye had used similar methods before, dirty and shameful underworld methods. This was not something Yuan Gang was willing to do. He said in a muffled voice, "Daoye, they are innocent."
Every time this happened, he would think of Daoye's other identity, an underworld hero!
"Innocent?" Niu Youdao moved in front of him and asked, "Where are they innocent? Perhaps they are relatively innocent, but their position cannot be changed. Many people have died because of their words, or because they were unhappy. Are they innocent? If they were women from good families, I would definitely not touch them. Monkey, I have two choices in front of me, kidnap them or betray my own people. Choose for me. "
Yuan Gang asked, "Is Yunji one of us? Does Yunhuan treat you as one of us? "
Niu Youdao explained the meaning of the risk in one sentence, "A person who could become an Original Infant Stage expert!"
Yuan Gang was silent. He understood that Daoye was thinking further than him, but it was hard for him to accept it.
Seeing that he didn't speak, Niu Youdao continued to interrogate him, "You know what the situation is like now. Whether you do it or not, I won't force you. I can let Hong Niang plan it, but in this aspect, she isn't as bold or experienced as you."
If Guan Fangyi was to do it, not to mention Niu Youdao, even Yuan Gang himself would not feel at ease. In the end, he said in a muffled voice, "If we have to do it, it's better to make a move on Gongsun Bu. It's safer than Baili Jie."
Niu Youdao rejected without hesitation, "Either we don't do it, or we don't take the risk for nothing. We have to maximize the benefits. Controlling Baili Jie will make him more useful!"
Yuan Gang understood. Once he made a move on those two women, he would have to make a move on Baili Jie.
"Give me a feasible and thorough plan." Niu Youdao patted his shoulder, then turned around with his sword. The door opened and he left.
…
In the following days, Niu Youdao's job was to keep an eye out for news, gather intelligence from all sides, and pay attention to any changes in the situation.
The other countries were obviously unable to ignore the Yan nation's situation, and almost all of them were involved in it.
With the support of Jin, Wei and Qi, it is difficult for Han and Song to shake the Yan nation.
Han and Song sent a large number of cultivators to support the rebel army in Cangzhou, and the three Western countries also sent a large number of cultivators to fight against them. This allowed the three major sects of the Yan Empire to help the Yan Empire defend against the large number of troops gathered at the border of Han and Song, so that Han and Song would not dare to cross the line.
The stalemate was still within the Yan army. Once the Yan army completely collapsed, the Yan army stationed at the border would be defeated without a fight.
In order to defeat the other party, the battlefield extended beyond the various countries.
Han and Song sent cultivators to attack the Yan Kingdom's fleet on the sea, intending to destroy the supplies of the Yan Kingdom's army. The cultivators of the Western Kingdom risked their lives to protect them.
Han and Song also provided a large number of supplies to the rebel army in Cangzhou, but the border was blocked by the Yan Kingdom's army, so Han and Song had to transport supplies by sea. Therefore, it was impolite not to reciprocate. The cultivators of the three western countries also sent people to attack the sea fleets of Han and Song.
The two sides fought each other on the sea, killing each other non-stop, and countless cultivators' blood dyed the blue sea.
Zhao made a fortune by sitting on the land. All the supplies that were exported to the Yan Empire had to pass through Zhao's territory by sea, and the supplies had to pass through Zhao's territory by land. If Zhao did not interfere, how could they not give benefits?
Zhao asked for half of all the supplies that passed through Zhao's territory.
Finally, under the pressure of the three Western countries, Zhao relented and only asked for 30%. The food, weapons and horses that were exported to the Yan Empire, Zhao could get 30% without doing anything. There was no faster way to get rich than this in the world.
In the Misty Pavilion, there were three factions. One was neutral, and the other two were quarreling. The Misty Pavilion turned a blind eye to it, and there was no conclusion.
…
In front of Black Peony's grave, Niu Youdao stood with his sword and closed his eyes.
Gongsun Bu came and handed him a report. "Daoye, this is the summary of the war situation."
Niu Youdao had no intention of taking it. Slowly, he asked, "The first batch of reinforcements from the Imperial Court has arrived. Is there any change in the war situation?"
Gongsun Bu sighed. "The first batch of reinforcements was defeated in one battle. They are no match for the rebels!"
Niu Youdao opened his eyes and tilted his head. "How many rebels are there? How can they be defeated in one battle?"
Gongsun Bu said, "Daoye, the situation is different now. According to the news, once the war started, there were refugees everywhere. For the sake of food, many people gathered as bandits and plundered. Unlike the distance between us and the three Western countries, Yuan Province is very close to the Song Empire. The rebels in Cang Province opened up the sea route to Yuan Province, and the supplies from the Song Empire and Han arrived. With a large amount of food on hand, bandits gathered at Wugong Ridge. In order to fill their stomachs, many bandits went to seek shelter. In a short period of time, Wugong Ridge increased by a million people. As long as there are hungry refugees, he will not lack soldiers. He will use war as his training! "
Niu Youdao said, "What about the Imperial Court? Can't they do the same and prevent the refugees from joining the rebels? "
Gongsun Bu shook his head with a bitter smile. "The Imperial Court is using the entire country's strength to deal with the Han and Song Empire. They are still waiting for reinforcements from the three Western countries. They don't even have time to collect food from all over the country. How can they take out so much food to help the refugees? If they really take out the rations for the army, I'm afraid they will lose without a fight."
"Ai!" Niu Youdao sighed. Once the war starts, who knows how many families will be destroyed.
He had never experienced such an era in his previous life. Now that he is in the midst of war, he can feel it firsthand. Wine and meat stink in the luxurious doors, and bones of the hungry dead on the streets.
Gongsun Bu paused for a moment before asking, "Daoye, I heard there is a mysterious guest in the guesthouse?"
Niu Youdao smiled. "There is no mysterious guest. It is just the Mountain Chieftain of Mount Crossing Cloud, Yun Ji."
Gongsun Bu was surprised. "What is she doing here?"
Niu Youdao waved his hand and pointed at the world. "Look at the chaos in the Yan Empire. Do you think my Southern Province will be spared from this? I had to make preparations for the worst and went to Mount Crossing Cloud to borrow troops. The demons of Mount Crossing Cloud are on their way. "
Gongsun Bu smiled. "It is Daoye's reputation that is big enough to make Mount Crossing Cloud take the risk to get involved in such a matter."
Niu Youdao sighed. "It is not my reputation that is big enough. I spent a lot of money. How can I not spend money when I ask someone to do something? Of course, it is not entirely a matter of money. Mount Crossing Cloud's leader Yun Huan is my sworn brother. He has given me some face as a brother. Besides, I will not directly involve them in the fighting. I am only contributing to the defense of Southern Province. Not only Mount Crossing Cloud, I have also sent a message to my sworn sister, Mount Pitfall's Ghost Mother. I hope she can lead the ghost cultivators of Mount Pitfall to help. "
"…" Gongsun Bu was speechless. The corner of his mouth twitched. Another sworn brother. How many sworn brothers does this guy have?
…
Southern Province Provincial Governor's Mansion, Hall of Valor.
Bang! After receiving the report, Shang Chaozong slammed the report on the table.
He paced back and forth angrily. "An army of one hundred thousand was defeated by a motley crew. How did they fight this battle?"
Lan Ruoting sighed. "Although it is a motley crew made up of roving bandits, there are still five hundred thousand of them. Wu Shanling is also an experienced general."
Slowly, Meng Shanming said, "Wu Shanling's command is good. On the other hand, Pang Province Provincial Governor Kang Maojin is also trying to preserve his strength. Before the other reinforcements arrive, I hope he can fight Wu Shanling to the end … Hehe!"
Shang Chaozong looked at the huge Yan Empire map hanging on the wall. He spread his arms and said angrily, "Everyone wants to preserve their strength. If this continues, my Yan Shang Clan will be destroyed! Wu Gongling, don't fall into my hands. Otherwise, I will cut you into pieces! " As he said this, he suddenly turned around. "I want to volunteer to lead Southern Province's army to suppress the rebellion. What do you two think?"
Meng Shanming lowered his eyes and didn't say anything.
Lan Ruoting looked troubled. "Prince, if Daoye doesn't agree, Great Zen Mountain won't agree. On this matter, Great Zen Mountain will stand firmly on Daoye's side. If Daoye doesn't agree, Southern Province's army can't leave Southern Province. Daoye said that it is not time for us to act. Don't move. Store up rations and build up strength! Daoye's instructions are clear. We can only listen to half of the three main sects' words. We must think of a way to keep the rations, weapons, and warhorses of the three countries that pass through Southern Province. We must keep them in Southern Province as reserves. "
"Oh my god!" Shang Chaozong spread his trembling hands and said angrily, "If so, what is the difference between us and those who don't care about the survival of Yan Empire and only want to preserve their strength? No, we are worse than them. They only want to preserve their strength. Not only do we want to preserve our strength, but we also want to embezzle the supplies of the imperial court! "
Meng Shanming sighed. "Prince, Daoye's idea is not wrong. Those people want to preserve their strength. It is a waste to give them all the supplies. Your highness, this Taoist Grandpa is not someone who speaks without thinking. He must have his reasons for saying this. "
Shang Chaozong pointed at the door angrily. "What reason can he have for staying in Thatched Cottage Villa all day? In the end, he wants to preserve his strength. He doesn't care about the survival of Yan Empire …"
Meng Shanming's eyes lit up. He suddenly shouted, "Prince, be careful with your words!"
Lan Ruoting ran to the door in panic. He carefully looked outside. He was worried that Shang Chaozong's loud voice would be heard. If Niu Youdao heard what he said, he didn't dare to imagine the consequences.
Daoye looked gentle, but he was not a good person.
In the Southern Continent, if there was anyone who could replace Shang Chaozong without causing any impact, it was Niu Youdao!
Niu Youdao's prestige alone could deal with all the merchants and cultivators in the Southern Continent!
Shang Chaozong seemed to wake up. He lowered his head and said in a muffled voice, "Send a message to Thatched Cottage Villa. I want to see Daoye!"
As he said, the message was sent immediately.
However, the message from Thatched Cottage Villa was only one line: Not seeing him! The Southern Continent, biding their time, stockpiling supplies, conserving their strength. Anyone who acts rashly will die!
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