Shangguan Ling sighed, his face showing helplessness: "Actually, the territory of the Jinyang Dynasty is too large. At the beginning, when the dynasty was founded, it also deliberately divided the entire country into outer land and inland regions with waterways as branches. Economically, the dynasty relied mainly on the inland regions, so that the dynasty would not have problems in the economic aspect. In terms of force, it mainly relies on the outer continent, and in terms of taxation, the treatment of the outer mainland will be much better. This was also a kind of support behind the dynasty's encouragement of many foreign county towns to develop on their own. ”

Wang Lin nodded: "That's right, there is no war crisis in the interior, so you only need to develop economic means." The outer continents will need to deal with the Moon Worship Dynasty and the Celestial Star Dynasty, so there must be more money to improve the combat effectiveness of the county. ”

Shangguan Ling immediately said: "Therefore, the outer continent region generally pursues the respect of the strong. For example, in Donglei County, where Wang Lin Gongzi and Bai Xiaojun's son are located, the status of the family is often directly determined by the peak of the strength of the masters in the family. At the same time, stronger people can also get more resources and more support. ”

"However, the county town of Xiyue is already very close to the inland area. The habit of the hinterland has been followed here, that is, the strength of a family, which requires not only force, but also identity. For example, the Situ family, although it is also a civilian family, but because there are many people who join the barracks, their status has begun to improve rapidly. And this kind of promotion is something that the county lord can't interfere with. The Mingyue family is a typical mechanism for the formation of families in inland areas, and in essence, there may not be any outstanding people in the family, but because of the great power, it is very prosperous. And because my Shangguan family is not rich in both aspects, every time there is something in Xiyue County, the benefits that the Shangguan family can distribute are actually very small. ”

"Including the Enlightenment Monument, you have also seen the momentum of the Mingyue Family, every time the Enlightenment Monument occurs, they will use various means to win over people from other families. Even if there are people like Wang Lin Gongzi and Bai Xiaojun Gongzi, there are only a few. Because most people don't think that they can be 100% sure of joining the five universities. ”

"And the Situ family, there are a lot of places that can be allocated every time, and the style pursued by their family is very strong, but they don't dare to be bullied."

"It's just...... The Ancient Families were different. Shangguan Ling smiled bitterly: "The Shangguan family only got a pitiful two or three places this time. Moreover, I am the only one who is really qualified to enter the Enlightenment Monument. After all, my brother's cultivation is too much behind, and no matter how much he goes in, it will only increase the casualties. ”

As soon as these words came out, Wang Lin and Bai Xiaojun finally understood the predicament of the Shangguan family. In fact, it's a vicious circle. Because there are not enough family members, there are fewer talents, and there are fewer talents, and there will be fewer identities and backgrounds. In this case, there are fewer resources available. This is a vicious circle.

If the Shangguan family didn't want to maintain the name of the three major families, but made up their minds to give up, maybe it would work. But many times, after the family reaches that position, even if they grit their teeth and work hard, they will not give up easily, which is human nature.

Therefore, the Shangguan family also focused on winning over others this time. It's just that, unlike the Mingyue family, the Shangguan family is very low-key.

Thinking of this, Wang Lin asked, "So, Shangguan Gongzi wants to cooperate with the two of us?" ”

Shangguan Ling nodded: "I have checked the information of the two of them, and naturally I know that the two of them are also running for the five universities." Moreover, with the talents and means displayed by the two of them, it is also certain that they will enter the five universities. That's why you will scoff at such unequal opportunities after the Mingyue family gives them. ”

"The treatment that my Shangguan family can give is not much, after all, we have limited resources at hand. But the good thing is that we're more mobile, so we don't have to worry about too much of the family. Therefore, the chances of a few of us joining forces to get a place in the five universities are even higher. ”

Wang Lin nodded, in fact, Shangguan's words are not unreasonable, but this matter has to be operated, and there are indeed problems: "Then, I still have the same problem." If the number of places in the five universities is not three, what will Shangguan Gongzi decide to do? ”

"This ......" Shangguan Ling smiled bitterly: "Frankly speaking, I don't have a good solution either. In the current situation, if the number of places is not enough, you can only find a way to grab a few more from others. ”

Wang Lin suddenly laughed: "That's right, this is the answer." ”

Shangguan Ling was stunned: "What does Gongzi Wang Lin mean......"

"I mean, that's the answer. As the only existence of the Shangguan family to join this time, it is naturally impossible for you to give up your place. If you say that you can't give up, Bai Xiaojun and I will naturally not cooperate with you. If you say to give up, in fact, Bai Xiaojun and I will also feel unrealistic considering the current situation of the Shangguan family. So my request is that if there are not enough places at that time, you must grab it! At this point, the Shangguan family must support! Wang Lin said.

Shangguan Ling hurriedly nodded and said, "Of course, there is no problem with this. ”

"Hmm. The other thing is...... In the Enlightenment Monument, it is inevitable that we will go to war with the Mingyue family. But now in this situation, the Mingyue family has become a time bomb. Somehow must be disposed of. Wang Lin had a hint of danger in his eyes.

Shangguan Ling was stunned: "What does Gongzi Wang Lin mean?" ”

"If the Shangguan family wants to change the status quo, in fact, it is not enough to simply join the five universities. After all, things in the county are ever-changing. Whether the Shangguan family can afford to wait for you to grow up is still a matter of two words. And what if, what if you don't make it to the Five Universities? So it's not an insurance method at all. Wang Lin explained.

Shangguan Ling nodded helplessly: "Of course I understand that this is not a good method, but it is also the only way I can think of now." ”

"No, no, no, in fact, there is another way, it depends on whether the Shangguan family dares to gamble." Wang Lin said with a smile.

Shangguan Ling hurriedly asked, "Prince Wang Lin, please speak." ”

"Get rid of the Mingyue family...... Wouldn't it be better? Wang Lin said lightly.

As soon as these words came out, Shangguan Ling and Shangguan Yun both changed their faces.

"This ......" Shangguan Ling didn't know how to respond to Wang Lin for a while.

"You don't want the Mingyue family to be dominant, and the Situ family disdains to join forces with you to deal with the Mingyue family. However, I and the Mingyue family have now formed a grudge, according to what you said, if the Mingyue family can't judge the situation, they will definitely find trouble for me before and after the battle for the Enlightenment Monument. Although I am not afraid, I also hate just passively accepting the other person's means. So, I prefer to be proactive. If the Mingyue family becomes a family that no longer has the strength to be supported, wouldn't this matter be solved very easily? Wang Lin smiled.

Shangguan Ling thought for a while: "That...... I don't know what Wang Lingongzi's plans are? ”

Wang Lin shook his head: "Don't worry, I don't think you have the right to call the shots in this matter." You better go back and discuss it with the Shangguan family. If the head of the Shangguan family agrees to give it a try, we will enter the Shangguan family and discuss countermeasures. If the head of the Shangguan family is unwilling, then this matter will be over without saying anything. As for the matter of cooperating with the Shangguan family, Xiaojun and I naturally need to think about it again. ”

Shangguan Ling nodded, and quickly took out the storage ring, but Wang Lin refused: "The grievances between us can't be resolved in such a way." You put away the things yourself, and then you take them back, and it depends on how your Shangguan family chooses. ”

Shangguan Ling nodded, and left with Shangguan Yun.

In the room, Wang Lin and Bai Xiaojun were suddenly left.

Bai Xiaojun couldn't help asking, "Wang Lin, are you really planning to do so?" ”

Wang Lin smiled: "At the very least, I don't want a few idiots to come out and stab us in such a critical place as the Enlightenment Monument." So, if you can let the Mingyue family out of the game in advance, why not? ”

Bai Xiaojun scratched his head: "That's right, but do you already have any ideas?" ”

Wang Lin nodded: "This matter, it is not difficult to implement, don't forget, the more flashy and extravagant the family, the more greedy it is for some treasures." In this way, Xiaojun, I will go around outside with you later, buy some paper and pencils, and if the Shangguan family agrees, I will give this stupid Mingyue family a big surprise. ”