Chapter Seven, When the World is Pacified

Since entering, I have not sat down! Of course, there is no tea or water! This is a double-edged irony! Moreover, it is certainly a mockery that the three of them at this moment actually dare not speak.

This is no longer just an insult, but rather a curse. Of course, such a curse is meaningless, yet it is still repulsive

In fact, the Xiao family, controlling the wealth of refined salt, has long made many people envious; and evidently, the Tiger Howl Stronghold is also envious.

By then, we will be able to fully master the method of producing refined salt

The clanging sound of the blade against the sheath was exceptionally piercing

Xiao Renhai nodded confidently and smiled, saying: "Rest assured, Father, there will be no issues. Moreover, it will allow you to obtain the title of a third-class viscount, grant me the title of a first-class baron, and grant Boshan the title of a third-class baron, along with generous rewards for the others.

Xiao Hao raised his head and said, "I come on behalf of thirty thousand households!"

Xiao Hao quickly regained his composure, striving to mask the ecstasy within with expressions of mockery, disdain, and scorn. He clasped his fists together and declared, "Since I am not welcome here, I shall take my leave"

This person, Xiao Renhai, is quite ambitious. His achievements were outstanding in his class during his school years. However, after turning 20, which was about five or six years ago, he resolutely returned home. What he experienced during that time is unknown to outsiders, and they are also unaware of all his affairs. However, it is known that in recent years, he has leveraged the benefits of the fine salt from Xiao Family Town and the geographical advantages of Haizhou to significantly develop and strengthen the Tiger Howl Stronghold

There is no need. We can simply wait for their downfall and not seek hatred for ourselves. Xiao Shijian is completely indifferent to this.

Certainly, as a major force rooted in Haizhou, and also having connections with the Xiao family, it is certain that a considerable amount of wealth comes from private salt.

However, perhaps due to his cleverness, Xiao Shilong does not treat this distant relative of his with much regard. After all, there are still some conflicts between the two branches of the Xiao family—though it seems there has never been a family without conflicts! This has been the case since ancient times, and one cannot expect otherwise

In Haizhou, if one wishes to navigate the area, it requires courage, as there is no notion of compromising one's principles; if one feels lacking in bravery, it is better not to venture out, for otherwise, one may meet an untimely end. Although Haizhou is not large, it is indeed a den of bandits—of course, this characterization may be somewhat biased, yet the prevailing atmosphere is truly as such.

"This matter is not convenient to disclose." Xiao Renhai once again resumed his subtle nonchalance

There is no way! Since everyone is about to tear off their masks, Xiao Hao's tone has become increasingly audacious. Those who deserve respect should be respected, and those who do not deserve respect should be slapped in the face

Suddenly, a hazy light emanated from the celestial book in Xiao Hao's mind, the cover slowly opened, and a line of text was gradually imprinted on the first page: If one cannot sweep their own house, how can they sweep the world

The Eastern Victory Divine Continent is currently under a feudal system, which is a form of royal governance. In the Great Li royal court, there are a total of 9 provinces. Apart from the central province of Zhongzhou and Lizhou, the remaining provinces have been feudalized. The title for the ruler of a province is "Bo"; within their own fief, a "Bo" can confer titles of "Zi" and "Nan".

As the saying goes, where the road is uneven, someone will level it; where the world is unjust, someone will sweep it away! One day, I will sweep away all the injustices in the world! Suddenly, an inexplicable surge of ambition erupted within Xiao Hao. In that moment, it seemed as if he saw his own goal and found the direction of his life. The world appeared to be cleared away in an instant; it felt as though a thin mist had been lifted from before his eyes.

"Go!" Xiao Hao dismounted first, leading the horse inside. At this moment, entering while mounted would undoubtedly be an act of aggression. Of course, even though they dismounted, each guard carried bows, arrows, knives, and other weapons on their person. It is fundamental to keep weapons close at hand; under normal circumstances, guests would not be asked to disarm.

Where are you at this moment

Hmm? Xiao Shijian has not spoken, and Xiao Renhai let out a light snort; meanwhile, Liu Bosheng spoke directly, feeling quite embarrassed that Xiao Hao had not looked at him just now

Xiao Hao did not take a seat, as there were elders present; instead, he stepped forward to greet each one individually. In an environment reminiscent of feudalism, etiquette is still regarded with considerable importance.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Hao's first thought was to go up and give that bastard a good beating; however, at this moment, Xiao Hao remained motionless, suppressing his anger. He squinted his eyes and glanced at Xiao Shijian and Xiao Renhai, observing their indifferent demeanor. In an instant, he understood the attitude of the Tiger Howl Stronghold.

Xiao Hao has met his third uncle. He secured his long knife, took a few quick steps, and cupped his hands in a bow; yet, information about this person flashed through his mind.

In an instant, a smile blossomed on Xiao Hao's face, as if he had encountered a joyous event. He first tidied his clothes, then solemnly clasped his hands together and said, "Uncle Liu, you must have been very clever when you were young."

Young man, is this how you treat your elders! Liu Bosheng once again put on a stern face

Xiao Shijian narrowed his eyes and said, "In terms of negotiations, we must help the Xiao family through this difficult time. If we invest our manpower, resources, and wealth, yet still cannot avoid downfall in the end, humph, is it really that easy to open the river and draw water?"

Indeed, Liu Boshang let out a sigh of relief for a moment; while Xiao Renhai suddenly became alert.

In fact, Xiao Hao's statement was truly thoughtless, as everyone has not yet torn off the facade—at least the leader has not spoken up

In the face of such a situation, Xiao Hao took a single action, coldly smiling, "Look at the bow!"

"Haha, Xiao Haoxian, you have come to see your uncle, come in, come in." Finally, a person who appeared to be around twenty-five or twenty-six years old emerged from the front house, with a bit of beard on his chin, looking somewhat dashing

Han Sheng and Zhang Yun followed closely behind, meticulously monitoring their surroundings

This matter concerns the entire Haizhou region, and we should unite as one to overcome the difficulties together

Subsequently, Xiao Hao took the longbow off the saddle, directly hung the letter on the arrowhead, and shot an arrow at the Han soldier!

Faced with Xiao Hao's unwavering spirit of holding on to the green mountains, the three leaders were momentarily at a loss for words

The font is rich and profound, inexplicably stirring the heart, instilling in Xiao Hao a determination to sweep across the world

Three people entered the inner room and found that quite a few people were already seated inside. Based on the seating arrangement, Xiao Hao was able to accurately guess the identities of two of them

"You insolent wretch! Do not think that your families can slay a prime minister with mere words, for this is not the place for such antics!" In an instant, Liu Bosheng erupted like a volcano. Just moments ago, Xiao Hao's words were particularly venomous, almost as if he were pointing a finger and shouting: "Do you even understand the principles of being a person?"

Upon entering the main gate, over a hundred people stood guard around, wielding various weapons. Xiao Hao was the first to hand the reins to the burly man at the entrance, who was the same man from earlier.

Third Uncle, I have heard that during your studies, the Confucian classics ranked first. May I kindly ask you to provide an evaluation of this matter

On a frigid day, a burly man wearing a short-sleeved shirt stood up first, his body marked with numerous scars, clearly a fierce warrior. "Stop, young lad in front, report a number!"

In Xiao Shijian's view, this matter is sufficient to plunge the Xiao family of Xiao Town into an abyss from which there is no return; of course, the in-laws, the Li family, cannot escape either

Cough, at this moment, only Liu Boshang could speak, "Young man, what has happened is no longer important; what matters is to resolve the current issue"

What is the matter! Xiao Hao stared directly at the burly man in front of him, who was larger than him in both height and width, without flinching. The long knife at his waist was already half-drawn from its sheath

"Why!" Xiao Hao suddenly stepped forward, closing the distance to Liu Boshang to merely five steps, allowing them to see the reflection of each other's pupils in their eyes. "Why? You actually ask me why?"

Hehe... Liu Boshang was so amused that he laughed; he had never encountered such a difficult person. "Being clever in youth does not guarantee excellence in adulthood."

And now, we can simply watch them perish here. In the end, as long as we act with the identity of the Xiao family bloodline, everything they possess will belong to us, and we will not have to pay any price!

Including Xiao Hao, there are 20 people who have entered, and there is one more person who has not entered but is riding on a horse, observing from a distance. This is a necessary caution

"We cannot help you here, just leave!" Finally, Liu Boshang, at his wit's end, could only directly expel him.

The grand residence in Kaoshan Town, or rather unflatteringly referred to as a "mountain stronghold," is situated on the slope of a mountain with a pleasant landscape, and its terrain is perilous, making it easy to defend and difficult to attack. This small stronghold is intriguingly named "Tiger Howl Stronghold," which conveys the meaning of a tiger perched on a majestic mountain and a fierce tiger descending the mountain. One can clearly see how advantageous the terrain is; the entrance and the area in front of the library are almost at a 30-degree steep slope. While this does not hinder daily life, it certainly poses significant challenges for any attackers. Moreover, the name itself suggests that the founders of Tiger Howl Stronghold possessed a degree of cultural sophistication.

Eating from within while digging from the outside, nothing more than this

When the Prime Minister sought to usurp the fortunes of the Great Li royal court, when Haizhou faced the slaughter from the court, and when the lives of thirty thousand households were at risk of displacement, it was we, it was we who stood up

I apologize, Fifth Grandfather, but I wish to rest; however, the crops in the field cannot afford to rest. We must quickly open the channel to divert water

The first person, appearing to be in his forties, is undoubtedly the leader of Hu Xiao Zhai, Xiao Renhai's father, Xiao Shijian. Below is a blank space, which should belong to Xiao Renhai; the third is a resolute-looking man, seemingly in his thirties, with a short, fierce beard, who is Xiao Renhai's brother-in-law and the third leader: Liu Boshang

After all, compared to the rewards of our titles, the profits from refined salt are evident to all. Moreover, Qingzhou is located to the south of Haizhou and is also part of the coastal prefecture, with salt revenue being one of their main sources of income

What... Xiao Shijian did not expect Xiao Hao to be so "cunning", directly targeting himself without any preparation; however, being an old fox, he quickly came up with an idea, "Xiao Hao, you must be hungry after coming such a long way, how about taking a rest here first?"

"Come, you must be tired from the journey, let's go inside and sit for a while." Xiao Renhai said, pulling Xiao Hao's hand in a very affectionate manner, the warmth of which was unmistakable.

Xiao Hao's final words took a turn, shifting the focus to the always self-satisfied Xiao Renhai.

In the presence of his elders, Xiao Hao could not say much, but he did not even glance at Liu Boshang, instead addressing Xiao Shijian directly, "Fifth Uncle, this morning my father analyzed that Haizhou is not large, and its terrain is elevated in the northwest and depressed in the southeast. We can make it by digging open the Youlong River further northwest, which will provide enough water to irrigate the entire Haizhou, ensuring that for the next thousand years we will not have to worry about famine in Haizhou.

Xiao Haoyi cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for the compliment"

Around Xiaojia Town, there are only a few small hills; however, upon reaching Kaoshan Town, due to its proximity to Shennv Peak, it is already situated within the mountain range surrounding Shennv Peak. The steep and majestic Shennv Peak, along with the mountain range, provides Kaoshan Town with abundant mountain products, such as medicinal herbs, rare animals, and even jade, all of which are extremely valuable items

Xiao Hao, I understand your anger. However, in this matter, we truly cannot be of any assistance. Faced with the relentless pressure from a young man, the three adults could only smile wryly; ultimately, when Xiao Renhai realized they could not hold out any longer, he could only reveal the truth with a bitter smile

The event occurred very quickly, in less than two seconds

However, a mistake is a mistake; Xiao Hao, who has calmed down, feels no regret. Some people are just insufferable; if you do not hit them, they will act pretentiously.

"Ha, a newcomer on the scene! Damn, kid, whose brat are you? This place is not for a wet-behind-the-ears child like you. Moreover, the streets are not peaceful; it's not a place for a delicate little thing like you to mix in." Upon hearing that Xiao Hao did not understand the local dialect, the big man became smug, his yellowed teeth gleaming as if competing with the newly risen sun.

A line of 21 people, riding horses, thundered straight towards the mountain stronghold; Xiao Hao led the way, with the 20 others following in two rows, yellow dust swirling beneath their feet, resembling a charging earth dragon, and the uphill path could hardly impede them at that moment

Hey! Today I finally see through the true nature of you people!" Xiao Hao looked around, raised his head, and the disdain in his eyes made Xiao Shijian turn his gaze elsewhere

Thus, this arrow was swift and rapid, almost without deviation, flying straight towards the Han.

He unfolded the letter, glanced at it a few times, then looked up and snorted, "Wait!"

Moreover, one can also be granted nobility

However, Xiao Hao seemed to turn a deaf ear, staring directly at Xiao Renhai

If Xiao Hao were to hear these words here, he would undoubtedly be dumbfounded. It turns out that not only does one want to coldly watch the Xiao family perish, but also to exclusively obtain the method for producing refined salt from the Xiao family; and then, through the offering of refined salt, gain the status of a gentry family

Hmph, if it weren't for the meddling of your two families, how could the current situation have arisen? In the present circumstances, both of your families must bear full responsibility

However, Xiao Hao believes that since cooperation has already ceased, one should offend to the utmost extent, as this will provide ample justification for being unyielding in the future. The reason for such an approach is also due to Xiao Hao's confidence in his own strength, which he considers to be sufficiently formidable

Oh? Third Uncle, if there is something to say, please let me know so that I can consider it. Just now, Uncle Liu also said that I am clever and bright, so I think a small piece of advice might still be of some help to you.

In Dongsheng, the current social hierarchy consists of the ranks of King, Duke, Marquis, Earl, Viscount, and Baron. The rank of King is self-evident, such as the monarch of the Great Li. The ranks of Duke, Marquis, and Earl are noble titles suitable for the entire Dongsheng Shenzhou; in other words, once you leave your original country, you still retain your noble status. Conversely, the ranks of Viscount and Baron are associated with the gentry, possessing noble rights only within their own country; outside of their homeland, they are not recognized.

Liu Boshang was truly at a loss for words at that moment and directly began to curse at others

Is it Xiao Hao? Liu Boshang and Xiao Hao have no blood relation. Speaking without any courtesy, you go back and tell Xiao Shilong that this matter was clearly instigated by your Xiao family and the Li family, and you should resolve it yourselves

Even Xiao Shijian was somewhat irritated, saying, "Kid, take it easy, don't push your luck!" Everyone was somewhat annoyed by Xiao Hao's attitude of being "ungrateful for kindness." In fact, at this point, it is sufficient to indicate the attitude issue of the Tiger Howl Stronghold.

Oh, so Uncle Liu actually knows that the Prime Minister was killed and the Lü family was ousted because our Xiao family allied with the Li family

From the perspective of the average person, the lack of cooperation here naturally leads to departure

With a snap, Liu Boshang, filled with anger, had already broken the armrest of the chair.

Indeed, today Xiao Hao has a poor impression of his cheap uncle, as he is clearly too clever for his own good. Living in an era of information explosion, Xiao Hao quickly understood the situation after a moment's thought; the burly man was playing the role of the heavy, while Xiao Renhai was likely preparing to play the good cop. However, he did not expect that despite his young age, Xiao Hao was exceptionally astute, meticulous in his actions, and possessed a boldness that belied his years. His sharpness was already intimidating, and as the burly man found it increasingly difficult to maintain his stance, he had no choice but to step out from behind the door.

This also explains why they do not care about the lives and deaths of the 30,000 residents of Haizhou, as they have already allied themselves with the Duke of Qingzhou

In such circumstances, it naturally attracted the attention of Hu Xiao Zhai. Soon, more than thirty robust men lined up on the wall, each drawing their bow; in this place of Haizhou, everyone was practically unrestrained. However, the individual powers could still be linked to families within the court of the Great Li, so vigilance had to be maintained at all times.

Xiao Hao sneered inwardly, you little tricks are merely leftovers from others, truly uninteresting

If one cannot even sweep their own house, how can they sweep the world

"Sweep the world?" Liu Boshang was taken aback for a moment, then burst into hearty laughter, "Kid, you should first deal with the troubles at hand before talking about that.

Xiao Hao suddenly laughed, looking Liu Boshang up and down as if he were viewing a fool. Of course, since the other party was an elder, Xiao Hao could not directly insult him, but that did not mean he could not retaliate.

"Uncle Liu, you haven't answered the child's question yet. Do you really disdain to respond to a little kid like me?" Xiao Hao's cold smile was so frosty it could freeze! "You wanted to take the blame for someone else, right? Fine, I'll let you take all the blame you want!"

At this moment, Xiao Renhai suddenly felt his whole body stiffen, filled with anger! Of course, it was also due to Xiao Hao's relentless attitude, which made everyone somewhat unable to bear it. Generally speaking, when people display an uncooperative attitude, they would laugh it off and then retreat; at least to save face for both sides, perhaps there might be a chance for cooperation next time.

The bow and arrow used by Xiao Hao are different from those outside; the pulleys and such are not as exaggerated. However, the design and materials of the bow limbs are unique. The bow has an iron frame, and it features gradually decreasing wave patterns on its surface. Additionally, the bow limbs are more than one and a half times longer than those of a typical bow, nearly reaching Xiao Hao's current height.

Xiao Hao's every action is simply an affront, and it is blatant, unmasked, and confrontational! The three individuals felt that this was not a negotiation, but rather a discussion, a battle! Moreover, it was of the kind that left no room for retreat!

The entire Haizhou, with its thirty thousand households, is watching your two families

Kaoshan Town, Kaoshan Town, relying on the mountains for sustenance, do not be deceived by the fact that it is only about 7 li away from Xiaojia Town, for the scenery is entirely different

When you were anxiously searching for a way to escape, it was the joint efforts of the Xiao family from Xiaojiatown and the Li family from Lijiatown that averted the disaster in Haizhou

If one cannot sweep their own house, how can they sweep the world! ... This phrase seems to resonate like a great bell, echoing deeply in Xiao Hao's mind ... ... echoing ... ...

As for these delaying tactics, Xiao Hao directly crushed them; muddling through? Sorry, I do not have time to argue with you! This matter must be handled promptly, otherwise it will cause unimaginable damage to the Xiao family and the Li family

With a swish, 21 individuals came to a precise halt at a relatively safe distance—approximately 50 meters. This synchronized movement caused the burly man to squint; such sharpness was not even possessed by the Tiger Howl Stronghold

He left without a word

Subsequently, relying on his youth, Xiao Hao took the initiative to speak: "Fifth Uncle, I won't say much about this matter; I came this time to borrow someone."

Therefore, cutting straight to the point, without adhering to the other party's tactics, directly transformed the situation into a sharp confrontation, creating a stark opposition. Moreover, it allowed Xiao Hao's momentum to momentarily gain the upper hand

Liu Boshanshan vowed that he had never felt so constrained before, facing a child, he actually felt a sense of powerlessness! Shame and anger!

Certainly, the above is merely one source of nobility; in reality, society is still vibrant and diverse

Nobles and commoners represent entirely different social classes. Not to mention, the people of Haizhou are referred to as "bandits" outside!

Xiao Renhai, the second-in-command of Tiger Howl Stronghold, is the son of Xiao Shijian, the leader of the stronghold. In terms of seniority, Xiao Renhai and Xiao Hao's father, Xiao Shilong, are of the same generation, thus when they meet, Xiao Hao must address him as uncle. This individual is quite wise; although he comes from a humble background, he had the opportunity to spend over ten years studying in an official academy during his youth, making him a source of pride for the town of Kegang.

Such an excellent longbow, combined with Xiao Hao's training in martial arts since childhood, allows him to shoot an arrow with the force of one stone. A one-stone bow is approximately 120 jin, which would be considered the strength of a strongman among ordinary people—let us not forget that for the average peasant in feudal times, food was often scarce, and their physical condition can be imagined. (For ease of understanding, the unit of jin here is converted to modern measurement units for reference. Future units will also be converted to modern measurement units as much as possible, without further prompts.)

Upon seeing that it was someone from the Xiao family, the big man’s expression became peculiar. In fact, over the years, the Xiao family had produced refined salt, which had greatly benefited the Tiger Howl Stronghold; the Xiao family was only responsible for production, selling a small portion directly, while the majority was handled through wholesale. This was also Xiao Hao's idea, to operate on thin margins and high sales volume, thereby distributing the risk across the entire Haizhou and also bringing in a group of friends.

However, Xiao Hao did not play by the rules; he turned to Xiao Shijian and asked, "Fifth Uncle, do you think so as well?"

Soon, the main gate opened

Father. "Xiao Renhai suddenly looked at Xiao Shijian, his eyes flashing with a dangerous light.

But ultimately, youth is characterized by exuberance and ambition

However, Xiao Hao did not let it go just like that, "Uncle Liu, since you are so clever, can you analyze why our Xiao family needs to join forces with the Li family to eliminate the Chancellor"

An inexplicable sense of determination, direction, and understanding has been established

It must be mentioned that Kaoshan Town is also associated with the Xiao surname, and there is a close blood relationship with Xiaojia Town, with both sides having intermarried. It is said that tracing back six generations, the founders of the two families were biological brothers. Of course, for any family, six generations is already quite distant, enough to be regarded as a story to be told. At least in Xiao Hao's heart, he does not have any special feelings towards this grand residence, viewing it as if it belongs to a stranger.

"Joke, why should I answer your question!" Liu Boshang's complexion was no longer dark but rather a deep red; he was on the verge of being infuriated.

As soon as this statement was made, even Xiao Shijian and Xiao Renhai furrowed their brows. Meanwhile, Han Sheng and Zhang Yun, who stood behind Xiao Hao, glared with anger, their hands gripping the knife handles, veins bulging.

If it were an ordinary person, they would at most utter a few harsh words and then turn to leave. However, Xiao Hao is not like that; he is not only young and vigorous but also cannot tolerate such phenomena. The type of person he despised the most when studying history was precisely this kind, who are simply internal traitors

Certainly, the court of the Great Li Kingdom is ultimately that of a small to medium-sized state. Aside from the king, the highest title that can be conferred is that of a count, while only great nations are qualified to bestow the title of marquis or even "duke".

"Uncle Liu, the tea I've been waiting for has already gone cold!" Xiao Hao said with a cold smile at the corner of his mouth

Upon entering, one must overwhelm the opponent with one's presence! Despite their young age, they possess the courage of a warrior

Now let's see if these friends can be relied upon; as for Hu Xiao Zhai, it has some connections to Xiao Family Town in terms of blood relations, and many people inside will be addressed as uncle by Xiao Hao when they meet; in any case, it is all about showing respect.

Bang! The burly man in front raised his broadsword, directly blocking the arrow. He was seasoned by countless life-and-death trials and understood well how to face such an arrow. With a horizontal sweep of his long knife, he accurately deflected the projectile; then, with a swift motion, he caught the arrow in his hand. This maneuver appeared to be very practiced! Of course, this was also a matter of necessity; in this line of work, everyone is accustomed to such skills! Being unskilled not only brings shame but could also cost one their life! Of course, this was also a matter of necessity; in this line of work, everyone is accustomed to such skills! Being unskilled not only brings shame but could also cost one their life!

"Father, why not directly propose the negotiation terms? This way, obtaining the refined salt should be much easier," Xiao Renhai said, puzzled. Beside him, Liu Bosheng shared the same sentiment, both of them looking at Xiao Shijian.

Even in the face of natural disasters now, at least you still have a chance to escape. Who fought for this opportunity for you

Liu Boshang spoke first, his expression unfriendly and his demeanor haughty

Is that so? Xiao Hao's teeth are all showing. It is precisely because you are the elders that this young man comes to seek help from you all in times of difficulty

Moreover, the refined salt from the Xiao family had already severely impacted their interests

"You little brat!" The big man was taken aback, ready to explode with anger. "Leading the horse is the task of a small fry, not something a 'leader' like me should do. How dare you hand me the reins, this is an insult!

This sentence is clever, instantly erasing all the tension from before; of course, it also erased the slight advantage that Xiao Hao had just gained.

Therefore, sometimes when there is a disagreement, it is not about reasoning, but about fists

As the situation was about to become tense, Liu Boshang had no choice but to step in resolutely: "Young man, be more respectful; is this how you treat your elders?"

Currently, Tiger Howl Stronghold is the actual ruler of Keshan Town, similar to the position of the Xiao family in Xiao Family Town. However, Xiao Family Town has seen significant improvements over the years due to the emergence of Xiao Hao, while Tiger Howl Stronghold still retains some semblance of banditry. Occasionally, when encountering peers, one must engage in lip service—this can sometimes be a form of bullying, and at other times, it is a matter of caution, especially during significant transactions. Of course, Xiao Hao is exceptionally knowledgeable about this matter of lip service, having mastered it thoroughly, but it is better left unsaid. Occasionally, when encountering peers, one must engage in lip service—this can sometimes be a form of bullying, and at other times, it is a matter of caution, especially during significant transactions. Of course, Xiao Hao is exceptionally knowledgeable about this matter of lip service, having mastered it thoroughly, but it is better left unsaid.

However, even so, the gentry are still minor nobility, which is sufficient for the Tiger Howl Stronghold to disregard their conscience

Liu Boshang: "Well, at such a young age, you are quite sharp-tongued."

Suddenly turning his head, he looked at Liu Boshang: "I have heard that there are distinctions between superiors and subordinates, Uncle Liu. I do not understand why you spoke first before Fifth Grandpa had a chance to say anything! Are you the head of the family?"

At this moment, even Xiao Shijian, who was sitting at the very back, was trembling all over, unsure whether it was from anger or from an unbearable "excitement".

Afterward, presenting the method of producing refined salt to the Lord of Gyeongju will enable our family to attain the status of a noble clan

Ren Hai, please keep in touch on your end. Are there any issues at the moment?

Although Xiao Hao is not very old, at this moment he displays considerable courage. Since the age of three, he has been trained by his father and brothers, and his upbringing has greatly influenced him. At the very least, he is now standing right at the forefront.

Puff... this time, even Xiao Shijian couldn't help but react. This counterattack was truly sharp, especially with Xiao Hao's serious demeanor, which made it even more amusing

Han Sheng and Zhang Yun each gripped the hilt of their swords, closely following Xiao Hao, never leaving his side. The rest of the people and horses stood together. Everyone's eyes sparkled; upon entering someone else's territory, it was indeed necessary to be vigilant.

I just want to ask, Fifth Uncle, do you also think that this matter is an issue between our Xiao family and the Li family

However, Xiao Renhai inexplicably returned home, and there were indeed some reasons for this. It is no wonder that the external statements are silent, as the Tiger Howl Stronghold has chosen to remain tight-lipped.