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Volume 9: Unpredictable Storms Chapter 254: Punishment Three

  A group of people arrived at the Ge Mansion, and Xu Haifeng instructed from inside the carriage: "Lord Ge, hand this person over to you for detention. Once the interrogation is clear, handle it conveniently."

  "Is..." Ge Hao's sword deeply saluted, since his birth, he had never bowed so willingly, so gratefully.

  As for the young master of that aristocratic family who killed his parents and brothers, he was resentful to the bone. Just killing the ringleader would not be enough to alleviate his deep-seated hatred. Now that someone has delivered him to his doorstep, it's more than he could have asked for. At this moment, his gratitude towards Xu and Jiang is beyond words.

  "Master Ge." Jiang Gongming suddenly stuck his head out of the carriage and beckoned with his hand.

  Ge Haojian took a step forward, and all he heard was: "I think this person is a madman, so he's just trying to attract attention with his nonsense. After you investigate clearly, do what you should do, and don't wrong any more good people except for him."

  Ge Haojian's face changed color, and he hastily said: "Yes, Military Advisor, I understand."

  He saw off the horse-drawn carriage as it went far away, and he felt a deep sense of emotion in his heart.

  Jiang Kung-ming thus warned, clearly telling him not to branch out, he immediately made up his mind to quickly understand the matter with the speed of a sharp knife cutting through tangled hemp, leaving no future troubles.

  When his gaze turned to the young master of the noble family who had already sensed a great calamity, the killing intent and anger in his eyes were enough to make people's hearts tremble. The young master of the noble family was paralyzed on the ground as soon as their eyes met, unable to utter another word.

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  As soon as he drove back to the mansion, before he could even steady himself, a soldier came up to report: "Young Master of the City, just now Old Master sent word asking you to go to his residence.

  Xu Haifeng raised an eyebrow and looked at Jiang Kongming, who nodded silently. Suddenly understanding, he waved his hand and the horse carriage set off once again.

  "Alas... This matter has indeed startled Father." Xu Haifeng let out a helpless sigh.

  "We're making such a big show of supporting Ge Haojian, if Big Brother doesn't make a move, that would be strange. Moreover, there are people behind the scenes stirring up trouble and plotting strategies, it's not surprising that he would go to Old Master for help." Jiang Kongming gently waved his fan, he let out a deep sigh, and suddenly asked: "Has Milord ever played mahjong?"

  Xu Haifeng looked at him in confusion, this mahjong was created by Jiang Kongming, a game that had rapidly swept the entire Wolong City since its debut a year ago and spread to all directions at an extremely fast speed. Until now, even in all the casinos of the Western Camp, you can see its shadow, and it is extremely popular.

  "I've played before." Xuhai replied calmly.

  "How are you?"

  Shaking his head slightly, Xu Haifeng said, "Not interested."

  "It's only natural that the master wouldn't like this thing. I estimate that any strong person who has the qualifications to set foot in the realm of the ancestors would definitely not like such petty skills. However, apart from you and others, how many people are interested in this?"

  Xu Haifeng fell silent for a moment before nodding in agreement: "Extremely many."

  Jiang Kongming clapped his hands and said: "Exactly, so I'd like to ask the master, why are there so many people who are particularly interested in this kind of entertainment?"

  "Perhaps..." Xu Haifeng hesitated for a moment, saying uncertainly: "Is it because this thing can be gambled with?"

  It's rare for something like this to happen after he became a master.

  "Alas..." Jiang Kongming sighed deeply and said, "Being able to gamble can indeed bring a certain level of excitement, which is also one of the reasons why mahjong has spread widely. However, what truly makes people indulge in it is human nature itself."

  Xu Haifeng raised an eyebrow and gazed at his calm face, with a questioning look in his eyes.

  "It is the nature of man to prioritize oneself, if not, heaven and earth will perish. Perhaps at certain moments, some people may make sacrifices for others, but most of the time, people's first consideration is themselves. This has been the case since ancient times."

  "Of course, if one says that no one can do it, then maybe not, but even if there is such a person, it would be a saint who appears only once in a hundred years. Moreover, even if a saint were present in the world, he could only save himself."

  Jiang Kongming stopped and took a deep breath, continuing: "The Mahjong game invented by the students can perfectly bring out people's selfishness to the extreme. How could it not be popular?"

  Xu Haifeng's expression changed slightly, and he said: "Military strategist, linking a game to someone's surname is somewhat sensationalized."

  Heh heh, Jiang Gongming said: "Since the master has played mahjong before, you must know its rules. Tell me, what is the greatest requirement to win at a mahjong table?"

  "Hu Pai." Xǔ Hǎifēng said without hesitation.

  "Not really." Jiang Kongming chuckled and narrowed his eyes into a thin line before saying, "Actually, the greatest gain from playing mahjong is just eight words."

  Xu Haifeng looked at him curiously, and he said: "Defend above and intercept below, hook the heart and fight the corners."

  He was taken aback for a moment, and after a brief period of contemplation, Xu Haifeng let out a long sigh and said, "General, you really shouldn't have invented this game."

  Jiang Kongming's mouth corner had a hint of mockery, saying: "The times will always change, even if the students don't take it out today, it will still spread all over the world tomorrow."

  Xu Haifeng shook his head and remained silent.

  Jiang Kungming suddenly seemed like a different person, and once the words were unleashed, the energy released far exceeded Xu Haifeng's expectations.

  "We Han people have the largest population base in the world, and our productivity is far superior to those nomadic tribes. Such a country should have long since destroyed the Xiongnu and dominated the world. But in fact, we not only failed to do so, but also lost that proud capital of ours for hundreds of years. My lord, what's the logic behind this?"

  Xu Haifeng's face sank like water, and he slowly said: "Internal extermination."

  "What you sow, so shall you reap. The Liu family's calamity is a result of the bitter fruit they sowed forty years ago." Jiang Kongming sneered and said: "Actually, our greatest fatal flaw and specialty as Han people are these two words - internal strife. And the higher one's status and position, the more they indulge in it with relish."

  Xu Haifeng thought of Su Chunwei and others' performance, and indeed deeply agreed with his words.

  "Whether ancient or modern, the higher the level, the more adept they are at intriguing and plotting. They are most skilled at forming cliques and pursuing private interests, suppressing dissenting voices. They are outwardly accommodating but inwardly deceitful and oppressive. Once engaged in battle with an enemy, they are inept at external warfare but expert at internal strife. It is precisely because of their existence that our great Han has always been at a disadvantage, forever unable to hold its head high in the face of outsiders."

  Jiang Kongming became more and more agitated as he spoke, this speech had been brewing in his heart for a long time, until today he finally let it all out: "These high-ranking officials are full of righteousness and morality, they casually mention the fate of the common people, but as soon as they turn their backs, they use their power for personal gain, corruptly accepting bribes. To them, the ordinary people are just props to highlight their noble status. Even if there is widespread suffering, even if people are starving and dying on the streets, even if they are left without clothes or homes, it's impossible to stir that tiny bit of compassion in their hearts. Because in their hearts, the lives of the common people aren't even worth as much as a dog they raise themselves."

  "General... you?" It's rare to see the usually optimistic and open-minded Jiang Kongming behave so fiercely, even Xu Haifeng was deeply shocked.

  Forced a smile, Jiang Kongming sighed: "Indeed, the student was out of line."

  For a moment, there was complete silence in the car.

  After a moment, Xu Haifeng also sighed: "General Military is insightful, if things go on like this, the Han people will become even weaker. Does General Military have a way to save them?"

  Shaking his head slightly, Jiang Kongming said: "There is no way, regardless of the system or law, those who stand at the top of the pyramid are always eroded by insects. What we need to strive for is to minimize the existence of these people. However... He took a deep breath and said: "Whether it's absolute monarchy or one-party rule, neither is acceptable. Because history has proven that multi-party rule is the only and best choice."

  Xu Haifeng was as if he had fallen into a fog, his eyes wide open, with question marks written all over his gaze: "The military advisor's words are too profound, Xu humbly admits that he is unable to comprehend."

  Jiang Gongming was taken aback, and sighed: "The lord has not been in contact with these things, so he naturally does not understand. However, it is useless to say this now, and it is premature to speak of it. If we cannot unify the Central Plains and gain overwhelming power, then all that the student has said will be empty words, and there will be no place to put them into practice."

  Xu Haifeng gazed at him quietly for a long time before laughing and saying: "Unifying the Central Plains, isn't it that Military Strategist sir doesn't have confidence?"

  Jiang Kongming's eyes widened in anger and he said, "Since there are students who can strategize for you, Master, the Central Plains region is hardly worth mentioning."

  Xu Haifeng spread his hands and said, "That's settled then. Since Military Advisor has such confidence, why bother worrying about it anymore? Wait until the day after we conquer Jiangshan, Xu will let you do as you please."

  Jiang Kongming's eyes lit up, and he half-knelt on the carriage, bowing deeply to Xu Haifeng, saying: "Having obtained Master's promise, how could I not do my best?"

  Xu Haifeng smiled slightly and said, "Actually, Xu Mouren is just interested in what the Military Advisor said about the multi-party governance, so he wants to see what kind of change this will bring."

  Jiang Kung-ming smiled brightly and said: "The student will certainly not disappoint the master."

  The horse carriage stopped abruptly, and someone outside called out in a low voice: "Master, we've arrived at Old Master's residence."

  Xu Haifeng responded with a sound, just about to get off the car with Jiang Gongming. But suddenly thought of something, turned his head and asked: "Military strategist, Xu has one thing that is not clear, please point out one or two."

  "Please proceed, sir."

  "What's that golden... golden pyramid you just mentioned?"

  Jiang Kongming's smile suddenly froze for a moment, and then he said softly: "That is a building... yes, it's a house, a place for people to live. It's said that once you move in, you'll never have any more worries or sorrows again."

  "Is there such a wonderful house?" Xu Haifeng exclaimed in surprise: "Then please, Military Advisor, build two rooms on top of it, and we can each live in one room."

  "Huh? What......"

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