Chapter 912: Chapter 316: Miss Lici "Sweeps" Through the Immortal Dynasty

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Wang Shouzhe knew full well that he was a spy for Your Majesty, yet he spoke such words in front of him, clearly convinced that these words wouldn’t be relayed back.

Jiaang Yusong’s hand within his sleeve unconsciously tightened.

He had never thought that, because he was Your Majesty’s man, Wang Shouzhe wouldn’t dare to touch him. After all, this person had always been extremely cautious and full of stratagems; if anyone could kill him without arousing suspicion, it would be Wang Shouzhe.

It’s possible that Wang Shouzhe had already prepared ten or eight plans for this day.

Droplets of cold sweat rolled down Jiaang Yusong’s forehead.

His only means of saving himself...

"Mr. Yusong is a smart man," Wang Shouzhe said leisurely as he drank his Spirit Tea, "Since Shouzhe has lifted the lid today, there must be a conclusion."

Jiaang Yusong’s face turned pale, and he took a deep breath and said, "Patriarch Shouzhe, your audacity is too great. Aren’t you afraid I’ll feign agreement and later retaliate against you? You also mentioned that His Majesty is currently in a very sensitive emotional state."

"I’ve said before, Mr. Yusong is a smart man. Regardless of whether His Majesty wishes it, his era is ultimately nearing its end," Wang Shouzhe said lightly, "The shift in power is inevitable. Isn’t it unlikely that Mr. Yusong would abandon his and his family’s promising future for a monarch on the decline?"

"Or perhaps, Mr. Yusong is more favorable toward Prince Kang? Would you take my head to pledge allegiance? I doubt it. If Mr. Yusong truly favored Prince Kang, you wouldn’t have truthfully relayed unfavorable information about him to His Majesty that day."

Jiaang Yusong’s body shook, incredulous, "Patriarch Shouzhe, you actually know the content of the messages I relayed?"

"Sir, you are on the Wang Family’s territory." Wang Shouzhe smiled and saluted, "I’d like to thank Mr. Yusong for the candid reporting that day."

At this, Jiaang Yusong could only smile bitterly, shedding all traces of resistance: "Before encountering Shouzhe, I considered myself meticulous and shrewd, with a certain level of sophistication. Yet now, compared to Patriarch Shouzhe, I find myself naive like a child. I do still have one small question."

He paused here, took a deep breath, and asked the most crucial question, "Patriarch Shouzhe, you are not very old, have never held an official position, nor have you met the Great Emperor. How do you understand human nature, even the emperor’s nature, so thoroughly?"

Wang Shouzhe couldn’t help but smile.

Could he say that he read too many political intrigue dramas and novels in his past life?

With such a "broad" vision as a foundation, in this lifetime, as he grew older and gained more experience, he continuously thought and pondered, naturally becoming adept at using it smoothly over time.

Moreover, although he hadn’t met the Great Emperor, Liyao had, and had written to him about this matter. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

He never underestimated the Great Emperor, but he also knew that no matter how strategic and decisive the Great Emperor was, he couldn’t escape basic human nature as the end approached.

Sensitivity and suspicion are curses every emperor faces in their later years.

This time, he exploited the situation, "bullying" the Great Emperor a bit.

Besides, even if his scheme was discovered, it wouldn’t matter much because most of what he said was true, and the few exaggerations were simply part of the Struggle of the Imperial Sons.

As a supporter of Prince Anjun, planning and acting for him were natural duties.

The Great Emperor probably already expected it; if discovered, he would likely only think Wang Shouzhe’s methods were immature, laugh at him for daring to scheme against the emperor.

What’s more.

If the two or three-thousand-year-old Great Emperor, in his prime, wouldn’t tolerate such disrespect, no matter how daring Wang Shouzhe was, he wouldn’t dare to provoke him. Whether coveting the throne or appearing ambitious, daring to recruit the emperor’s secret agents would mean inviting disaster.

It’s the difference between eras and opportunities; the means one can use differ accordingly.

Of course, he couldn’t say these truths; claiming to have read ancient texts wouldn’t work either, as Jiaang Yusong had read widely and might see through it.

Wang Shouzhe paused, then smiled slightly, "Mr. Yusong asked a good question, but this is Shouzhe’s secret. Consider it a talent in this area. Perhaps one day, the truth will fully come to light."

"Since it’s Patriarch Shouzhe’s secret, I won’t pursue it further,"

Jiaang Yusong was somewhat disappointed but not surprised.

He stood up, looking at Wang Shouzhe with eyes filled with admiration and respect, bowing deeply, "Yusong pays respects to Master, and I humbly ask for guidance in the future."

"This... shouldn’t you swear allegiance to Prince Anjun as your master?" Wang Shouzhe was a bit surprised, "He’s a figure with the potential to ascend to the Great Emperor."

"Earlier, Master complimented Yusong as someone with meticulous thoughts," Jiaang Yusong said with a carefree smile, "In fact, since we made the fifty-year agreement, I have been secretly observing the Wang Family. Even then, I had deep admiration for Patriarch Shouzhe. During my stay at the Wang Family, I thoroughly observed all aspects, and I am overwhelmed with admiration."

"Patriarch Shouzhe managed to transform Ping’an Town fantastically within just seventy years; his capabilities and foresight are unmatched. Combined with Patriarch’s prudence and thorough planning, it’s certain he will achieve even greater accomplishments in the future. If I were to pledge loyalty, I’d prefer it to be to Patriarch Shouzhe."