Chapter 451: Chapter 451: Sudden Enlightenment!

A moment later, the phone was answered.

On the other end, an elderly and deep voice was heard.

"Songqing, why are you calling home so late?"

Zhao Songqing suppressed his rage and recounted the day’s events.

"Grandpa, Qi Guochang is clearly picking a fight with us."

"I can bear some injury, but that damned Zhou Yu keeps getting in the way, and with Qi Guochang’s protection, the Lin Family of Yancheng will soon be able to step into the Capital City of Qin State and start to grow."

On the other end of the line, there was silence for a moment, and then the voice said:

"Grandpa is aware of the matter."

"The Lin Family of Yancheng must not be allowed to enter the Capital City of Qin State, let alone grow stronger—that is the bottom line."

"I will apply pressure on Qi Guochang through other channels, at the very least, to ensure he will never dare interfere so blatantly with our Zhao Family’s affairs again."

"However, since Qi Guochang is the governor of a state and it’s on his turf, it is indeed not suitable to directly conflict with him, but you can use your brains, handle it flexibly; Qi Guochang might not be able to cover the sky with one hand in Qin State."

"Handle it flexibly? Grandpa, what do you mean?"

Zhao Songqing asked, puzzled.

"You need to understand the power structure of Qin State clearly. When you can align with enough local forces, the governor might not be able to do anything to you."

This piece of advice struck Zhao Songqing like a lightning bolt.

He felt as if he had suddenly understood so much.

"Songqing, the reason you were sent to Qin State to deal with this matter is to temper you. If you rely on the power of the family for everything, how can you command respect in the future?"

A sharp gleam shone in Zhao Songqing’s eyes.

"Grandpa, I understand. You can rest assured, I definitely won’t let you down."

"Hmm, and another thing, Songqing, you should remember that your main target in Qin State is the Lin Family, not that damned Zhou Yu. When it comes to killing, you can let others do it. Understand? Having too much blood on your hands is not a good thing."

"The future high-ranking members of the family cannot be a killing maniac."

Zhao Songqing’s body jolted.

"Grandpa, I’ve taken note."

"In addition, have Shang Ye return to the Capital City—I have tasks for him to perform."

Zhao Songqing was taken aback.

He naturally didn’t want Shang Ye, the only Saint Realm master by his side, to leave, but recalling his grandfather’s words just now, Zhao Songqing took a deep breath and nodded.

"I understand, Grandpa."

After finishing the conversation, he hung up the phone, found Shang Ye, and conveyed his grandfather’s message.

"Young Master, then I’ll head back first, and you take care of yourself."

"Hmm."

Without delay, Shang Ye stood up and left.

After Shang Ye departed, Zhao Songqing contemplated for a moment and then called his subordinates in loudly.

"Zhao Young Master, what do you need?"

"Go, invite Uncle Yang here, tell him I need to discuss something."

"Yes, Zhao Young Master."

Before long, Yang Tianpeng entered the sickroom.

"Songqing, how’s your injury?"

Zhao Songqing smiled and said, "Thank you for your concern, Uncle Yang, it’s nothing but external injuries, no longer a serious issue."

"That’s good to hear. I heard you have something to discuss with me?"

Zhao Songqing nodded and then a vengeful gleam appeared in his eyes.

"Uncle Yang, I won’t hide it from you; my main target in coming to Qin State this time is the Lin Family of Yancheng. I am determined to completely suppress the Lin Family."

Yang Tianpeng’s expression grew dark:

"But if you don’t deal with Qi Guochang and Zhou Yu first, I’m afraid you won’t be able to touch the Lin Family."

Zhao Songqing’s brows lifted.

"What if I can take care of Qi Guochang?"

Yang Tianpeng was startled.

"Do you have a way?"

Zhao Songqing smiled.

"I’ve already spoken with my family on the phone, and they’ll pressure Qi Guochang through other channels. He definitely won’t dare to interfere in our affairs like yesterday."

"Furthermore, I’ve looked into Zhou Yu’s background, and he has offended many influential figures in the provincial city. If we can unite them, they will certainly form a formidable force. In this way, even Qi Guochang will have to think twice before taking any further action."

"In fact, we can even turn the tables and constrain him."

A gleam of shrewdness flitted across Yang Tianpeng’s eyes.

What a clever strategy to kill two birds with one stone.

He glanced at Zhao Songqing.

Could this playboy have come up with such a scheme?

Yang Tianpeng was somewhat skeptical.

However, none of that mattered now. The plan Zhao Songqing proposed was indeed feasible.

"Good, Songqing, this plan is not bad."

"Uncle Yang, if you think it is feasible, then please, under the name of the Martial Pavilion, gather all the powers that hold a grudge against Zhou Yu. Let us discuss this matter together."

"Okay, I will have someone take care of it right away."

"What about Zhou Yu?"

"As long as we can control Qi Guochang, leave Zhou Yu to me."

A furious glint flickered in Yang Tianpeng’s eyes.

The fact that Zhou Yu had injured him had greatly infuriated him; whether it was for the sake of his own reputation or the larger plans he had with Liu Zongsen, he wanted to personally execute Zhou Yu.

Having said that, Yang Tianpeng strode out of the room.

A hint of a smile flashed in Zhao Songqing’s eyes.

...

The next morning, early.

Zhou Yu was practicing his cultivation when suddenly, Tian Qing walked in.

"Mr. Zhou, there’s someone outside looking for you."

Zhou Yu slowly opened his eyes.

"Who?"

"He claims to be the Alliance Master of Tianhu Commerce, Bei Yong."

Zhou Yu’s eyes narrowed.

Bei Yong actually dared to come find him.

He got up and said,

"I’ll go out and see."

Upon arriving in the meeting room at the front,

Bei Yong was already waiting there.

He was wrapped in bandages from head to toe, reeking of hospital, as though he had just dashed out of one.

Seeing Zhou Yu, Bei Yong hurried over and respectfully said,

"Mr. Zhou."

Zhou Yu frowned.

"I didn’t look for you, yet you came to me."

Bei Yong’s body trembled as he hurriedly spoke.

"Mr. Zhou, I came to apologize to you as soon as I woke up."

"Apologize?"

"Yes, I must explain to you in person. Taking action against President Lin was a last resort, forced upon me by Zhao Songqing."

"I had no other choice. I got to where I am today partly by riding on the coattails of the Zhao Family, and over the years, I have paid tribute to the Zhao Family annually, not only in cash but also in various forms of spiritual medicine."

"Over ten years, the total has already exceeded ten billion."

"I believe that I have fully repaid the Zhao Family’s kindness towards me."

"But the people of the Zhao Family are insatiable, and they’ve been bossing me around like a dog all this time. I..."

One could see that Bei Yong was truly angry, yet helpless.

Zhou Yu raised his eyebrows.

"So, what’s your purpose in seeking me out?"

"Mr. Zhou, I want to bring Tianhu Commerce under your command, to work for you, Mr. Zhou. Please accept us!"

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