Chapter 698: Chapter 656: Go to Jiangnan (3)
The dewdrops on these thirteen leaves were originally meant for the beauty inside the Crystal Coffin. Having intercepted two drops halfway, the results were already so miraculous. What about that woman?
She inadvertently received eleven drops!
Who is she?
Where is that world?
Could it be that is Cangyuan?
In the world, only Cangyuan possesses such unfathomable abilities, worthy of that lofty "One Abyss" that remains unchanged for a million years.
Thoughts drifted through Lin Xiaosu’s mind. He extended his hand to grab Fu Fu: "Let’s go!"
With a swish, they soared upwards.
However, Lin Xiaosu clearly felt a peculiar aura emanating from Fu Fu, originating from her magical bracelet.
Her ability to traverse the void had nothing to do with him.
This bracelet could originally enable her to perform the Lingkong Step Void.
This might be the second function of this miraculous bracelet.
Upon entering Zhen Heaven Pavilion, Lin Xiaosu presented his official seal and official certificate. Lei Tianlun, the Zhen Heaven Pavilion Master, greeted him once again with clasped hands: "Mr. Su, the Town level Seventh Battle Team is ready for inspection!"
He did not waste words on discussing the identity changes of Lin Xiaosu and Li Chengnian.
In fact, the entire officialdom would not utter superfluous words.
Simply because this matter is taboo, even sensitive.
The more one asks, the more likely it is to lead to trouble.
No one in the political arena is a fool; who would willingly court trouble if it can be avoided?
Lin Xiaosu nodded and was led into the Military Hall.
Zhen Heaven Pavilion has eight halls, with the Military Hall being one of the larger ones.
Inside, there was a strong martial atmosphere.
The Master of the Military Hall, Li Yafu, came to greet them in person. He lightly raised his hand, pointing to a military flag. Behind the flag, a door opened.
Lin Xiaosu stepped through, entering the most essential part of Zhen Heaven Pavilion. The vast expanse spread out before him, clouds flying across the sky, warships hovering on the horizon. Armies trained in the wilderness, the sound of battle wafting from the distant winds, stirring the soul.
Beyond the Military Hall, there was the General Selection Platform.
Below the platform stood an army, numbering about three thousand.
The people were like dragons, and the flags boiled.
On the flag, a Black Dragon brandished its claws as if it might come alive.
At the forefront of the army stood a person, though standing under the ten-meter-high General Selection Platform, his head was level with it.
It was the Vice Commander of the Seventh Battle Team, Kuang Lang.
"Not bad!" Lin Xiaosu glanced over the battle team, nodding slightly. How sharp his eyesight was! With one glance, he could tell that this army was extraordinary. Every one of them was a seedling of a Military King, their spirit bursting out of their bodies.
"Although Vice Envoy Kuang Lang is unruly, her military discipline is extremely strict!" said Li Yafu, the Master of the Military Hall. "A few days ago, she was disrespectful to you, Mr. Su. I hope you won’t hold a grudge against a petty person."
"Master Li, don’t worry about it! What I admire are military leaders who are rigorous and can win battles, not those timid and acquiescent individuals who achieve nothing."
Li Yafu was overjoyed: "Kuang Lang, greet Mr. Su!"
Kuang Lang turned slowly, her eyes filled with murderous intent, staring at Lin Xiaosu.
Her expression didn’t change at all.
It seemed that her father’s admonition over the past three days, tugging at her ears, had limited effect.
"Where is Commander Hong Bin?" Lin Xiaosu asked.
Li Yafu hurriedly explained: "Hong Bin was involved in a scandal yesterday and is unable to go south with you this time."
"A scandal?" Lin Xiaosu’s eyebrows twitched.
"This individual had an affair with Old Master Hong’s concubine. When Old Master Hong discovered it, he broke both his legs on the spot..."
The explanation was painful for Li Yafu, the Master of the Military Hall...
Suddenly, a voice rang out: "Master Li! Do you believe what Hong Bin’s side says?"
The voice was none other than Kuang Lang’s.
Li Yafu’s face darkened, ready to reprimand...
Kuang Lang raised her voice: "Hong Bin indeed had an affair with his father’s concubine, but the affair has been ongoing for seven or eight years, and they even hired a tutor for the son. Why did this scandal suddenly break out last night? Clearly, Hong Bin is fearful of the upcoming trip to Jiangnan. He’s willing to bear a scandal and endure broken legs rather than step foot in Jiangnan!"
Her voice was loud and clear.
Not only could the five people on the platform hear it clearly, but the entire army of three thousand also raised their heads, showing peculiar expressions.
Li Yafu was incredibly embarrassed.
In officialdom, there are rules.
Do not expose people’s weaknesses, do not block paths completely.
This illegitimate daughter of his, whom he had been nurturing with great effort, never seemed to learn the ways of officialdom.
Everyone knew that Hong Bin was aware that going to Jiangnan meant a nine-out-of-ten chance of death. He preferred having his legs broken over going.
But no one said a word.
This is called leaving someone a way out!
You little girl had to say it out loud.
In doing so, Hong Bin’s reputation was truly destroyed.
He was a leader, and leaders typically paid little mind to personal scandals. Having an affair with his father’s concubine might not have been a big deal. After all, in this era, concubines are not considered family members and are seen as possessions that can be freely given away, having no blood relation with him...
However, by Kuang Lang bringing it to light, the issue became serious.
A military leader, afraid of entering the battlefield, preferred to bear a scandal and endure broken legs. Can such a general still be used?
She had directly cut off his future.
"Wild speculation, what a disgrace!" Li Yafu finally spat out eight words.
"How is it wild speculation? I have irrefutable evidence..." Kuang Lang said.
"Shut up!"
Li Yafu was thoroughly infuriated.
Lin Xiaosu, however, smiled: "It’s alright! This battle team will be under the full command of General Kuang Lang."
With that, a fervor ignited in Kuang Lang’s eyes.
