Chapter 82

Originally, there were four families, each taking a 25% share, but now it has become five families on two sides, each taking a 20% share.

Qin Yu secretly sighed in his heart. Although these people were of different ages, they were all used to living in poverty and did not care much about material possessions.

It was precisely because they were particularly open-minded about certain things and had many childlike hearts that they were able to reach their current heights step by step!

If it weren't for the auction to exchange for the treasures they needed, with the close friendship they had built, he believed that even without giving them a share, these people would definitely be willing to help.

This is the sense of recognition among peers!!!

No matter what, he must help them achieve their wishes!!!

The most effective method, of course, was to use the treasure from Yuan Shu's treasury and the Mingyu Talisman at half price.

...

Using Mo Yu, the aerial king, to relay messages was both fast and accurate, with no risk.

In less than half an hour, Xi Zhilan ran over excitedly.

"Brother Yu, my brother has already agreed to your request. He is leading over ten strong crossbow guards and is heading this way to join us."

"Oh, so the treasure convoy is indeed taking this route?"

"Exactly. If there are no unexpected events, the entire convoy should arrive here in about one and a half hours."

Qin Yu nodded; this was the best news.

He hoped they would have a smooth journey and arrive without any mishaps.

...

Xi Zhicai was somewhat troubled.

He had originally planned to join forces with Qin Yu, Wang Yue, and others to intercept Yuan Shu's treasures, but someone opposed it.

Not only did they oppose it, but they also went alone to intercept the treasure convoy, and he couldn't even catch up with them.

If it weren't for this person's special status, Xi Zhicai would have ordered someone to cut off their head on the spot.

Unfortunately, he couldn't. This person was a trusted subordinate of the lord, of high rank, strong in martial arts, and also the nominal husband of his sister, who was her teacher.

Although their marital discord and separation were already public knowledge, in the end, he had no authority to deal with this person.

Xi Zhicai fiercely whipped the horse's buttocks.

Hmph! No authority!

"Jijiu..." Behind him, a young man with thick eyebrows and big eyes hurriedly caught up, just a horse's head behind.

Xi Zhicai glanced at him sideways, his eyes filled with anger.

"Yes, Dongjia." The young man quickly changed his words, "Should we ignore General Zhang Lao?"

"What's the point of worrying about him?" Xi Zhicai was even more angry, "A subordinate who doesn't follow orders, I've already been lenient by not killing him. On Laojun Mountain, he caused a mess for his own selfish reasons. Afterward, he didn't even track down the whereabouts of the person surnamed Lai, achieving nothing."

The young man repeatedly agreed, "Yes, yes, Dongjia is right." He secretly glanced at Xi Zhicai's expression and added, "But, he is specially dispatched by the lord. If something happens, it might be difficult for Dongjia to explain to the lord."

"Lu Dian, what do you suggest?" Xi Zhicai suppressed his emotions and asked.

"I think that General Zhang Lao's departure will certainly draw the attention of the other side. If he fails, they will surely change their route and move stealthily. Therefore, we should send several people in two groups to the location of the convoy. One group will observe the battle situation and provide support to General Zhang Lao at any time; the other group will lie in ambush and prepare to continue tracking the treasure convoy."

"This plan is excellent!" Xi Zhicai was greatly impressed, "Lu Dian, you are indeed very astute. Yes, you will take charge of this, leading the third and fourth groups who have no missions today."

Lu Dian was delighted, "Thank you, Dongjia for your guidance!"

"Go, be careful and don't get yourself into trouble." Xi Zhicai said gently.

"Yes, I accept the mission!" Lu Dian immediately turned his horse and galloped away.

Xi Zhicai slightly turned his horse, turned around, and continued on his way.

"Dongjia, about Lu Dian..." The rarely speaking young man in black beside him couldn't help but ask.

"Do you think I shouldn't have sent him?"

"No, Dongjia's plan is perfect, and I am in awe. However, Lu Dian is so eager for success that he may not do as you wish."

"If he listens to me, everything will be fine; if he doesn't, let him do as he pleases, and he can't blame me if he fails!" Xi Zhicai spoke very directly to this young subordinate, "If he wants to advance and return to Xuchang, I will let him. As long as he can save Zhang Jin and seize the treasure, can I stop him? Heh, he must have the ability to do so!"

The young man in black pondered. His name was Gu Rong, and he, along with Lu Dian, was one of the two most capable dark realm subordinates of the military advisor Xi Zhicai, assisting in leading the thousands of members of the Songli Association stationed in the south. Although his martial arts were slightly better than Lu Dian's, his mind was not as flexible and adaptable.

"Don't overthink it. When we meet Wang Yue, be careful not to reveal any flaws. In this battle, we are allies, not enemies." Xi Zhicai chuckled and continued riding.

...

The meeting with Xi Zhicai was full of pressure.

Unlike what he had imagined, Xi Zhicai had a feminine appearance, with fine, sharp eyebrows and thin, rosy lips.

Qin Yu, who was rarely shaken by Xi Zhicai's subtle pressure, found this very strange. Xi Zhicai's martial arts realm was clearly poor, but the aura of heroism and dominance in his eyes was so intense that it shook the soul.

He could sense that Xi Zhicai respected and tried to win over the three elders, including Wang Yue, but did not really value them. His gaze always intentionally or unintentionally swept toward himself, as if constantly reviewing and judging something.

That was a force of scrutiny that made Qin Yu involuntarily shudder!

He secretly marveled, "Indeed, he is a great strategist of the Cao family, with a very special aura! But why am I trembling a bit, is it because I secretly stole his sister's heart?"

But even a future mother-in-law shouldn't look at her son-in-law like that, right?

Wang Yue and the others actually didn't place much importance on the meeting with Xi Zhicai, although they knew to some extent that this overly handsome young scholar was the overall leader of the Cao family in Jingxiang.

So what?

The main reason they were willing to come and go through the motions was Qin Yu's request. After all, as temporary allies, the group of crossbowmen had some value, and Xi Zhilan was also a very likable little girl.

Other than that, there was nothing more to talk about.

As a result, after less than three minutes, the three elders, including Wang Yue, completely withdrew from the conversation and went to hunt wild mountain goats with Zhang Ren.

"Uh!" Qin Yu helplessly discovered that under this large green pine tree, only he and Xi Zhicai were left, even Xi Zhilan had been pushed aside by her brother to play with Gu Rong.

You're really not being polite!

Qin Yu noticed Xi Zhicai's deliberate behavior and was not very happy.

A one-time joint ambush, but you made it so secretive, what do you want to talk about? Recruiting a son-in-law?

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