Chapter 318 Shengyan Gong

Imperial Capital Fan Mansion

In the dead of night, the warm light illuminates a secret room like daylight.

Pouring a cup of steamy fragrant tea, Fan Zhengyuan smiled and pushed it in front of an old man with a fair face and no beard.

"Eunuch He, you have worked hard this time because of the long journey."

"Well... Mr. Fan is interested in Yuzhou's tribute [Lark's Tongue]."

Taking a deep breath of the fragrant mist, the old man took a sip of tea, showed a kind smile, and nodded with satisfaction.

"Hahaha, I heard that Eunuch He likes this [Lark's Tongue] the most. Someone just gave me some as a gift to the Buddha."

After a while of pleasantries, Fan Zhengyuan gradually brought the topic to the right track.

"I wonder if Eunuch He will gain anything from his inspection of the Supervisory Army this time?"

"Sigh... Mr. Fan, you guys have gone a little too far this time..."

When it came to business, He Mao put down the tea cup in his hand, with a hint of sadness in his eyes.

"Xuanwu Jing's army is short of food and clothing, and the vanguard has not left Youzhou yet. If this delay continues, Shen Li will be subjugated and our army has not even reached the border!"

"Ahem, [Northern Mingzhu Kingdom] is solely responsible for military affairs. If he delays it on purpose, I, as a civil servant, can't do anything about it, right?"

"Master Fan, although our family is stupid and has no military knowledge, we also know the importance of food and logistics. Ordinary soldiers are not immortals who eat wind and drink dew. No matter how strong their bodies are, they cannot withstand long-term hunger and fatigue. They can't even eat.

How can they get up quickly if they don’t have enough to eat?”

"This... military supplies and food are all distributed by the Ministry of War on time. The soldiers are hungry and cold. I am afraid that [Northern Mingzhu Kingdom] intentionally did this."

"Lord Fan, we Ming people don't tell secrets. Most of the military supplies issued by the Ministry of War were washed away before they left the capital. They were also worn out along the way. Not even one out of ten arrived at Xuanwu Capital, and they were all fake goods.

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"Polished rice and meat have turned into bran and wild potatoes. In the past, these things were used to feed livestock, but now the soldiers have to eat them for three meals. No matter how strong the blood evil is, they can't withstand such consumption!"

"There are also those weapons and armors, all of which are old stocks. Even the fifth-level captain's helmet is rusty, let alone the equipment of ordinary soldiers..."

Speaking of this, He Mao's eyes filled with tears and he couldn't help but wipe the corners of his eyes and lamented.

"When I first arrived in the north, spring had not yet begun, and the cold wind was biting. I saw the soldiers naked and wearing armor, with no cotton on their bodies, and their bodies were purple and black from the cold. My heart was like a knife, and I wished I could bear it with my body..."

"Eunuch He is loyal to the emperor and patriotic, he is truly a pillar of the imperial court!"

Before he finished speaking, a deep magnetic voice suddenly sounded. He Mao looked back, his expression suddenly became solemn, and he stood up to greet him respectfully.

"I've met Sheng Yangong."

Kong Fang, holding a civilized staff and dressed in a classic Thai and Western gentleman's attire, slowly walked in, smiling and nodding to the two of them.

"[Shengyan Gong] is just a false title. I still prefer the title of Chairman of the Shengjin Alliance."

Hearing this, He Maocai remembered that the man in front of him not only inherited the ninth-level Confucian holy title, but also served as the chairman of the Damin Holy Golden Alliance, which is equivalent to the spokesperson of the interests of many holy areas!

"This slave is stupid and has seen Chairman Kong."

Seeing He Mao's respectful change of address, Kong Fang adjusted the single gold-rimmed glasses on his face and showed an elegant and easy-going smile.

"Eunuch, there is no need to be polite. Sit down and talk."

With his hand out for support, Kong Fang suddenly took over the dominant position, as if he was the master of the room.

He glanced at Fan Zhengyuan who was smiling and saying nothing. He Mao had a clear understanding and sat down.

"I know that Mr. He is devoted to the country, but as the saying goes, when heaven is about to entrust a great responsibility to this person, his mind and will must be taxed, his muscles and bones must be taxed, his body and skin shall be hungry, his body will be depleted, and his actions shall be disturbed, so he is tempted to endure it.

Sex has been beneficial to what it cannot do..."

"Now that the mortal massacre is sweeping across the world, my Damin army, which has been at peace for a long time, needs some training. What do you think?"

Putting out four large golden circles that emitted colorful divine light, Kong Fang chuckled and pushed them in front of He Mao.

The weird and mysterious golden light captivated people's minds. He Mao's pupils gradually lost focus and he stared blankly at the gold coins in front of him. He used up all his willpower to resist the urge to grab them.

"Yes... you are right..."

The terrifying divine power silently distorted the will. Even though he clearly felt that there was something wrong with Kong Fang's words, He Mao couldn't help but nodded subconsciously and agreed with it.

Indeed, those Qiu Ba deserve to suffer a little bit...

"That's good. I would also like to ask Eunuch He to accept these small gifts and say a few kind words in front of His Majesty."

Pointing to the four gold coins in front of him, Kong Fang raised the corners of his mouth with a half-smile.

"What...these...are?"

Raising his hand and then putting it down, He Mao felt a war between heaven and man in his heart. He vaguely felt that once he accepted the [gift], he could not help himself, but he could not restrain the desire and greed from his soul.

"Fortune, wealth, longevity, and joy. If you get these four coins, you can increase your life span by a hundred years, have a prosperous official career, enjoy immortal blessings forever, and always have joy..."

"How is it possible? How can fate and concepts be condensed into physical objects..."

His fingers were so clenched that they turned white. He Mao was trembling all over. He tried his best to suppress the urge to win the gold.

"Nothing is impossible. Money can turn misfortunes into blessings, turn defeat into victory, bring peace to those in danger, life to the dead, longevity of life, wealth, wealth, and status all depend on money..."

Smiling and shaking his head, Kong Fang pushed up his monocle and stared into He Mao's eyes with a deep and dark gaze.

"With me, money can buy everything, life span, strength, glory, happiness...as long as you have enough money..."

The faint murmur seemed to be whispering in his ears, and it seemed to be coming from the Nine Nether Hell. He Mao's whole body was agitated, and he subconsciously looked at Fan Zhengyuan.

He seemed to understand why many ministers and nobles in Damin had shown an unusual desire for money in recent years, and even went so far as to exploit all the resources under their rule.

That kind of madness that is like losing one's mind now has an answer...

He raised his arms slowly and uncontrollably. He Mao watched helplessly as his five fingers seemed to not belong to him. He stretched out tremblingly towards the big golden circle on the table, and finally grasped them tightly in his palm!

After taking the money, it instantly turned into a stream of light and sank into He Mao's body. The mysterious black light flashed in the depths of his pupils, and his whole aura suddenly changed subtly.

"Haha, congratulations to Eunuch He for getting what he wanted. Please take good care of me in the future."

Kong Fang smiled and clapped, and there was an evil black light in the depths of his pupils that seemed to be smiling but not smiling.

"Chairman Kong's words are serious, please take care of our family..."

Standing up and clasping his fists, He Mao's flattering smile was filled with unusual respect and humility.

"What about military resources?"

"Of course it is the responsibility of [Northern Mingzhu Kingdom] and has nothing to do with Lord Fan!"

"Alas... Heaven is about to entrust this people with great responsibilities. I am also worried about the general situation of the country."

"Yes, the frontline soldiers are not afraid of hardship or hunger. If they knew Chairman Kong's good intentions, they would definitely be grateful."

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As the guests dispersed, Fan Zhengyuan rolled a large colorful gold circle between his fingers and raised the corners of his mouth thoughtfully.

And the confidant who had been waiting silently on the side slowly walked forward and said worriedly.

"Sir, the drift is too great. What if the front line is defeated?"

Hearing this, Fan Zhengyuan looked at him with a strange expression.

"It's not my business?"

"…………"

"Is Shen Li your tributary? Or mine?"

"No, what does it have to do with me if we lose the battle on the front line? What if Shen Li's country is destroyed? It's the [Emperor] who should have a headache..."

"Even if Shen Li is destroyed, the emperor only loses a tributary country, and we gain wealth that is unparalleled. No matter how you calculate this transaction, it is a bloody profit!"

Rubbing the big golden circle between his fingers, Fan Zhengyuan smiled so much that his wrinkles gathered together.

"In case... His Majesty pursues the investigation..."

"That's all the responsibility of [Northern Mingzhu Kingdom]. It's all his fault for embezzling and deducting military pay, which led to all the bad consequences! When the time comes, I will definitely slander him in front of His Majesty!"

Looking at the indignant Fan Zhengyuan, his confidant was speechless for a long time, but there was still a trace of worry lingering between his brows.

"I know what you are worried about. As long as the eunuchs and the generals are of the same mind as us, there will be no trouble with the generals. Do those Qiu Ba dare to lead their troops to attack the imperial capital?"

With a sneer, Fan Zhengyuan shook his head in disdain.

"The military skills attached to His Majesty can be deprived of their power with just a single imperial order, even the Four Pillar Countries are no exception!"

"In order to prevent the disadvantages of the previous vassal separatist regime, Taizu stripped the financial and political power from the [Four Pillar States], and later used civilian officials to check and balance, and eunuchs to supervise the army. These chains were tied to him, let alone the eight-level pillars.

In this country, even the ninth-level soldier saint can’t do anything to us!”

"unless……"

While muttering subconsciously, the sarcasm on Fan Zhengyuan's face suddenly froze, and a handsome young man in white flashed in his mind.

"Unless... they are like the lawless [Liu Yin Zhu Kingdom], using the name of the royal family to rebel..."

Frowning slightly, Fan Zhengyuan muttered to himself in confusion.
To be continued...