Less than twenty miles to the south of Fuxiang Town, there is an ancient forest, in which is located the largest and most prosperous city on the territory of the Jiuxia tribe.

Fengmao City, the political center of the Jiuxia tribe, is the capital of the country.

One of the few large mansions in the city, a glittering golden plaque hangs above the gate.

Huge General's Palace.

The house is splendid and spacious. In the hall, Pang Chun, the general of the Jiuxia tribe, was sitting on the first seat.

Pang Chun is a prominent figure of the Jiuxia tribe, and he is also quite famous in the entire Shenzhou. Although he can't be compared with the masters of the famous Four Great Sects, his cultivation strength should not be underestimated.

In addition, with the military power of the Jiuxia tribe in his hands, the general cultivation sect has to respect him for three points.

He is already a person who knows the destiny of heaven, with a dignified appearance, a tall figure, a resolute expression on his face, and no anger and self-authority.

At this moment, he was dressed in civilian clothes, in the hall of the General's Mansion, listening to the report of the fat tax collector Zhang Yu, and his deputy general Tian Hai was present.

"That's the way it is. Zhang Yu's fat face was full of grief, "That mob in Fuxiang Town, ignoring the country's law and military discipline, ignored your orders as child's play, violently resisted taxes, and brutally killed more than 30 brave soldiers loyal to you. ”

"In order to let you know the truth, General, the little one endured humiliation and secretly survived, and went through a lot of hardships to come back and report to you. General, you must be in charge of the dead heroes and the little ones!"

Pang Chun looked at the exaggerated expression on Zhang Yu's fat face, his face was calm, and he was so calm that it made people feel cold.

Tian Hai, who was beside him, sneered and said, "Zhang Yu, according to what you say, it is completely the fault of those people? Hmph, I have heard about the evil deeds of many of your fish and meat villagers recently." ”

Zhang Yu was taken aback, and hurriedly knelt down to Pang Chun, shouting: "General, this is completely fabricated and a rumor. The little ones are loyal to the general, and they will inevitably offend some shameless villains, so please check the general!"

Pang Chun smiled faintly and didn't say anything.

Tian Hai's face was like frost, and he said coldly: "Even if it is all the fault of the people as you said, how can those unarmed people kill more than 30 well-trained sergeants with elite weapons in their hands. And you killed so thoroughly that none of them ran back, but you were the only one who came back. ”

Zhang Yu's mind was racing rapidly, he knew that the deaths of more than thirty sergeants were committed by those two unknown passers-by.

But if the truth is told, the huge general will inevitably track down the two passers-by and let the people of Fuxiang Town go.

He has a deep enmity with the people of Fuxiang Town, and there are many people in the surrounding villages and towns who are dissatisfied with him.

Thinking of this, he gritted his teeth and said to Pang Chun sadly: "General, you didn't see the situation at that time, those mobs were all armed with swords and swords, and their actions were unified, obviously premeditated, and they were intent on rebelling." ”

Pang Chun's face moved, but he didn't speak, but Tian Hai stood up angrily.

Now that the capital of Fengmao is in turmoil, almost everyone in the surrounding villages and towns is hungry. ”

As he spoke, Tian Hai was already furious, and a loud sound of "snort" came from his palm. His hands were filled with spiritual power, and he pointed at Zhang Yu, whose face was as pale as dirt.

"It's all you foxes and fake tigers who are doing bad things, I'll ...... it today"

"Tian Hai. Pang Chun, who was on the first seat, let out a soft snort, and stopped his young lieutenant from acting impulsively in time.

Tian Hai turned around, looked at Pang Chun, and said: "General, what such a treacherous villain has done is outrageous, and today's matter is even more suspicious, and the general must think twice." ”

Pang Chun looked at Tian Hai expressionlessly, this young and righteous general, who was designated by him as a deputy general at the age of only twenty-eight, and his future achievements are limitless.

It's just this temper...... It is a little similar to him when he was young, and it is harmful and unprofitable in his career.

With thoughts circulating in his mind, Pang Chun spoke: "Tian Hai, I set those taxes, and Zhang Yu is just carrying out my orders." Are you so angry that you have some resentment against me?"

Tian Hai was shocked, looking at Pang Chun's peaceful face, he couldn't help but feel a chill to his bones.

"The young general is rude, the young general is just angry Zhang Yu's doing, and he has no intention of doubting the general. Tian Hai hurriedly put away his spiritual power and explained seriously.

Pang Chun sighed lightly and turned his head to look at Zhang Yu.

"Go down first, I have made the matter of today clear, and I will make a decision after a little consideration. ”

Zhang Yu was waiting for this sentence, hurriedly answered, and withdrew from the hall.

There was silence in the hall, Pang Chun paced back and forth a few steps, looked at Tian Hai who was still standing solemnly, and sighed lightly.

"Sit down. ”

Tian Hai agreed and sat down as he said.

"In your heart, you have doubts about my decision?" asked Pang Chun.

Tian Hai raised his head and said hurriedly: "General......"

Pang Chun said earnestly: "There are no outsiders here, you have followed me for many years, I have long regarded you as a confidant, if you have something to say, it doesn't hurt to say it." ”

"Please forgive the young general for being presumptuous. Tian Hai gritted his teeth, "In recent years, you have imposed heavy taxes on nearby villages and towns, and during this period, there have been first-class scum who have taken the opportunity to reap the benefits, which has caused the people to complain, and the people's grievances are boiling. ”

Pang Chun was speechless for a while before he spoke: "What you say is reasonable, but I have my own troubles, can you see me use this money to eat, drink and have fun?"

Tian Hai hurriedly shook his head and was about to speak, when Pang Chun waved his hand to interrupt him.

"Today's Jiuxia tribe is divided and in crisis. Pang Chun said in a deep voice, "A huge tribe, but the middle and high-level of the clan are in their own ways, intriguing with each other, thinking about how to calculate each other all day long, but no one cares about the border war. ”

As he spoke, Pang Chun sighed, and a rare look of weakness appeared on his face.

"Over the years, the undercurrent of Shenzhou has been surging, and a storm that has accumulated among cultivators is coming. People with ill intentions are secretly brewing an unspeakable and shocking conspiracy, and even I am difficult to guess. ”

"This earth-shattering conspiracy has lasted for thousands of years, and once it breaks out, the entire Shenzhou will fall apart. How can our tribe survive this storm in such a terrible situation right now?"

"As a military general in the clan, I must always be prepared for danger in times of peace, and I must never cry when I see the coffin. ”

Pang Chun paused and looked at Tian Hai.

"You know the situation in the army, food and grass have long been stretched, not to mention the military funds accumulated to prepare for war, there is no at all. When a crisis comes, and the soldiers are faced with no soldiers, or even food, who will defend the whole tribe?"

"At that time, I can't do anything even if I'm an immortal. Pang Chun's face seemed to have suddenly become much older, "Actually, I also know that it is not wise to impose heavy taxes on the people, but there is no other way. ”

"Even if I have to be scolded by everyone because of this, but as the general of the Jiuxia tribe, although I dare not resign, I still care what those false names do? Even if I am broken and fall into purgatory, the territory of the tribe must be guarded, and the continuation of the tribe must also be guaranteed. ”

After listening to Pang Chun's generous words, Tian Hai's face was flushed, and he suddenly stood up, his eyes full of reverence.

"The general has worked so hard for the tribe and paid so much. The young general is ignorant and misunderstands the general, so please punish the general. Tian Hai said excitedly.

Pang Chun smiled, walked over and patted Tian Hai on the shoulder, he had always loved this lieutenant.

"Don't worry about today's affairs. You are young and promising, and you will come from a broad road, but you must think more about how to behave and act carefully, and you must take a long-term view. ”

Tian Hai nodded: "Yes, follow the general's teachings." ”

"However, you have a point. Pang Chun said again, a hint of fierceness flashed in his eyes, "Zhang Yu, what he does on weekdays is too arrogant and domineering, after this matter is properly resolved, I have to find an opportunity to dispose of him, so as to appease the people." ”

Tian Hai's heart froze, but he didn't know what to say, so he could only respond in a low voice.

Pang Chun saw the change in Tian Hai's complexion in his eyes, knew what Tian Hai was thinking, and did not say anything.

"But in any case, the people of Fuxiang Town killed more than 30 regular soldiers after all, and this matter still needs to be investigated. Pang Chun added in a muffled voice.

Tian Hai's face changed slightly, and he hurriedly spoke: "General, if you want to investigate this matter, the young general will never object, but I implore the general to consider it carefully and not let the tragedy of Shuangxi Town happen again." ”

"Violent and bloody methods can easily provoke a popular uprising, and when the news reaches the ears of high-ranking tribal figures, it is inevitable that they will be criticized and given authority. “

Pang Chun frowned lightly and said in a deep voice: "That makes sense...... In this way, you go and make arrangements, and this time you will send more than 100 people over to ask the people about the reason for the matter, and just give a lecture, and don't do any more murder and slaughter. ”

Tian Hai was overjoyed: "The general is smart!"

Pang Chun smiled and waved his hand: "Hurry up and do it." ”

Looking at Tian Hai's departing back, the smile on Pang Chun's face gradually faded, and he returned to his usual ancient demeanor, only his eyes flashed with a strange light.

"Can easily kill more than thirty regular ......soldiers," Pang Chun closed his eyes and muttered to himself in a voice that only he could hear, "Could it be that there are cultivators who have come to help...... Night Sun, is that the person you invited......"

In the entire tribe, I am afraid that you are the only person who can have an open heart and far-sighted vision like me.

However, you and I may not walk the same road, and we may not both reach the end of the road.

Looking at China, we don't even have the qualifications to act as pawns, and it's really sad that we are in a corner and are entangled in gratuitous trivial matters.

I don't know how many years it will take for this game of chess to show......

A strange burst of laughter suddenly sounded in the hall, echoing for a long time, making people listen to it creepy.

(There are too many trivial things these days, and I don't have enough time to get busy, so I only update one chapter every day, please bear with me.) Today's normal two chapters, and there are additions, and the reason for the addition: the first time a reader friend commented, a chapter was added, and the first time a reader friend rewarded, a chapter was added. Add two more chapters, plus the original two chapters, for a total of four chapters today. Actually, I didn't save the manuscript, it was all boiled out last night, in a hurry, if there is a typo, please understand, and then check and correct, thank you, friends. ）