Chapter 7, Planning the Team

Seeing all of this, Zhu Yuanzhang felt a deep unease in his heart

The great calamity for Wan'er has passed, and future blessings are abundant. This world belongs to the Zhu family. Those who are blind enough to dare disturb the earth beneath the Tai Sui, to pull teeth from the tiger's mouth, I will certainly investigate until the truth is revealed, and I will not allow Wan'er to suffer even the slightest grievance

Today, I was astonished by too many things; the imperial capital of Jinling, known for its hidden talents, surprisingly conceals so many extraordinary masters.

Huang Jingtian also chuckled silently: "There is one last person, who is a lifelong friend of Jingtian, loyal and brave, a man of blood and spirit, driven by righteousness, unflinching even when faced with blades and axes."

A tiger does not eat its cubs; if he were truly to confront King Yan Di, it would be false for him not to feel pain

Huang Jingtian's eyes sparkled with brilliance as he said: "Li Ruohai is indeed known as the number one gun in the heavens, a master of his generation. Nine years ago, Chi Kui encountered Li Ruohai in Luoyang, and it was undoubtedly a gun king contest that shook the heavens and made the ghosts weep, with the evil spirit narrowly winning by one shot"

Ah, tonight is truly delightful. Jing Tian, it seems you have not yet gathered your three to five numbers, have you

The next morning, I entered the palace to meet the sovereign

Yu Zilu, only King Yan possesses some ability. Ha, Jing Tian, we are looking too far ahead. Each prince commands his own troops and governs his own fief. Yunwen has just begun to acquire two camps of armored soldiers, but that is sufficient. I did not summon you for any other reason, but simply to ask you to recommend some brave and capable individuals who are loyal and steadfast, to join in our grand undertaking. The Ming army is filled with hidden talents and formidable warriors, and Jing Tian, you are the best example of this. I cast a deep glance at Huang Jing Tian.

Well, continue. As long as you believe they are capable, feel free to recommend anyone. Just grasp our principles.

"Wen'er, that girl Ye Yue woke you up with a slap, ha, the Emperor is truly delighted, even Ruowu is amazed by you, who knows what kind of extraordinary encounter you have had, ha"

I became interested, as it turned out to be someone favored by Zhu Yuanzhang, and hurriedly asked, "What do you mean by this?"

You, always surprising this king, only mentioning him at the end. It seems that capturing him is not such an easy task, is it

Respect the heavens and follow the decree

He is currently quite prominent, a Qianhu of the Jinyiwei, able to command the wind and summon the rain. The Jinyiwei directly takes orders from the current Emperor, and in his eyes, there is truly no one to fear. Moreover, Gu Changfeng is flexible in his dealings, attentive to all aspects, and is highly regarded by various factions. He is undoubtedly a person of great finesse, even the esteemed Lord Ye Sudong, the commander of the Jinyiwei, holds him in high regard and relies on him as an aide.

With the mediocre in power, the pearls are covered in dust. Tomorrow, when the Tiger Ben Camp arrives, you will take full control. Elevate Long Wei and Long Meng to be your deputies, and identify those officers with backgrounds, eliminating them all.

Respect the heavens, no more discussions. My heart cannot take it anymore. Regarding the books, I need to digest these things well tonight. You need to take care of Gu Changfeng on this side. If there are any developments, you can arrange for him to meet with me.

Zhu Yuanzhang is still astonished by the astonishing transformation that makes me seem like a completely different person before and after.

Perhaps this opportunity has been awaited for too long. But how many people in the world can truly win one's heart in such a short time? Moreover, his distinguished status is precisely to my liking. A general who aspires to achieve great deeds would not hesitate when encountering a wise ruler.

Your Majesty, in fact, there is something that I have not reported. However, due to the incident at Qingliang Temple, the people of the capital are in a state of panic, which is not the scene I wish to see. If I do not speak out, I will feel uneasy in my heart.

Huang Jingtian nodded upon hearing this; it is indeed a wise strategy to win over such individuals through persuasion. It seems that His Highness Yunwen possesses the ability to influence others, as I have been easily swayed by him myself

Looking at the delighted Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, an indescribable emotion rose in my heart. At this moment, he could at most be considered half of my father, for the one who truly governs this body is another person from the twentieth century, completely unrelated to the current Yunnan.

Your Highness, subduing this person is quite difficult, and one must not act rashly

It is reasonable to say that, rather than respecting the heavens in this manner, this king will only assign him to a position without mentioning anything else, allowing him to be influenced by what he hears and sees, and to recognize the character of this king. Is there still a fear of not having an opportunity?

Your Highness's words are reasonable; those who serve in the military must follow orders, and over time, one can discern a person's true character

In accordance with the directive

From the genuine emotions reflected in his tiger-like eyes, I can sense that profound care

Not only did he take the Tiger Ben Camp, but he also reassigned the dual-gun general Chi Kui to serve as my personal attendant. For Zhu Yuanzhang, this was merely a trivial matter.

I could not help but be astonished; a person who could stand toe-to-toe with Li Ruohai nine years ago, how could they not have become extraordinary after nine years

Huang Jingtian said: "They all serve as officials, and due to their exceptional cultivation, they are temporarily appointed to the position of hundred households"

After a certain realm descends, it becomes impossible to avoid loneliness. It is said that finding a worthy opponent is a difficult task

"Your Highness's words have made Jing Tian think of a few people. It is rather amusing; they are just like Jing Tian, lacking understanding of the ways of the world and unfamiliar with the art of flattery. They possess nothing but a proud spirit and extraordinary knowledge, along with boundless ambition, yet find no outlet for their talents, leading to their frustration and unfulfilled aspirations," Huang Jing Tian remarked with a sense of lament.

I was taken aback; when have I ever encountered something that seemed so insubstantial? How could I not be aware of it

When Li Ruohai was mentioned, the intense longing in Huang Jingtian's eyes was evident, clearly indicating that he too was looking forward to having such an opportunity with the evil spirit

If it were up to Zhu Yuanzhang to deal with the Prince of Yan, wouldn't I, Yunwen, have nothing to do?

Respectfully, in the Sixteenth Battalion's Tiger Camp, there are a pair of twin brothers, Longwei and Longmeng. They are straightforward by nature, yet possess a resolute spirit. A few years ago, due to a minor disagreement, they had a conflict with Respect Tian, resulting in a fierce battle that lasted for a thousand exchanges, with no clear victor. As the saying goes, one does not truly know another without a fight; thus, Respect Tian became friends with these two brothers. However, due to strict military orders, we have not been able to meet for several months, each busy with our respective duties. If my expectations are correct, these two brothers must have entered the realm of innate secrets. Although they appear rough and bold, they are, in fact, nuanced and exceptional fierce generals. Unfortunately, in this current era of peace, we find ourselves without a place to showcase our abilities.

Unknowingly, my eyes have become somewhat moist

But now I have no choice but to follow the path of Yunwen, for here I am Yunwen, and this is a fact that no one can change

"What about the guns? Ha, well, respectfully, in your opinion, how do Chiqi's dual guns compare to the formidable Zhang Er Hongqi of the Evil Spirit? Which is superior and which is inferior?"

I am overjoyed: "Since he is your close friend, we might as well secretly take him in. However, Ye Sudong is certainly not someone to be easily trifled with; among the three top experts of the Xining faction, he is the strongest one."

I wonder how many experts in the world can stand against this evil spirit. It seems I must accept the change in history; such talents are waiting for me to embrace them, and it is no longer possible to avoid achieving success.

Oh, what positions do these two individuals currently hold?

Such talent must not be overlooked, ha

In fact, there is no need to think; I also know who wants to kill me, and Zhu Yuanzhang is well aware of it too. The fleeting pain that crossed his eyes just now clearly indicates this.

Caring for his biological son in the capacity of a grandfather, though he is close at hand, this secret can never be unveiled. The affairs of the world are often so helpless, so cruel.

Huang Jingtian, however, smiled dismissively and said: "Your Highness, you worry too much. In terms of intelligence, his cunning and deceptive nature, along with his cleverness, are beyond imagination. As for martial arts, not to mention Ye Sudong, even if the three great masters of Xining were to join forces, the odds would still not exceed fifty-fifty."

I must also acknowledge this fact; throughout history, it has been the case that those who are envious of the talented often manage to masquerade as capable individuals, resulting in a situation where literature lacks coherence and martial affairs are not properly conducted, thereby confusing the governance and causing endless calamities

Huang Jingtian did not respond, but smiled and said: "It is neither difficult nor easy; the key issue is that Emperor Taizu does not allow him to come."

It is rather embarrassing to say, Your Highness, that over the years, everyone has been seeking support; some have risen, some have been promoted, and some have left. Only a few, perhaps three or five, have been able to associate with Jing Tian. Among them, there is a rare and formidable general in the Wuwei Camp, Yuchi Kui, who is skilled in wielding a pair of short spears. However, he has always maintained a low profile, keeping his true abilities hidden. Even Jing Tian would not dare to claim superiority over him lightly. This individual has a peculiar temperament, being cold and unfeeling, yet he is undoubtedly a loyal and brave man. However, since his defeat in the North, he seems to be quite emotionally unstable.

"Respectfully, I urge you to come quickly. This king is eager for talent, but I will not casually summon just anyone to fill the ranks. One principle: it is better to have fewer than to have inferior quality."