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Because of some historical reasons in his previous life, no matter how objective Zhao Yushu was, it was difficult for him to have a natural liking for a strange Japanese person, let alone a Japanese person who obviously had ulterior motives.

Just as I would not be open-hearted to him just because he is also a disciple of the academy, the other party would certainly not treat Lao Zhao as a brother just because he is a disciple of the academy.

Identity is just a way to bring people closer together and to start the conversation. As for whether they will cheat you or help you later, that depends on whether you or your background are strong enough.

"Senior, just speak up!"

Zhao Yushu is a man of great righteousness.

"Okay, dear brother, put the things away first. Whether this thing succeeds or not, this thing is a gift for you and your sister-in-law!"

Okay, now you’re my younger brother?

Big brother! Second brother!

"it is good!"

If you don't take advantage of a good opportunity, you're a bastard. Zhao Yushu decisively held the box in his arms. Judging from the size, it was most likely a sword or something like that. The most famous thing about the island country was its sword, but Old Zhao was not good at history, so he didn't know if there were any in this era.

"My dear brother, you are new here, you shouldn't show off your wealth."

Mr. Ye Shi, no, Senior Ye Shi spoke earnestly, with an expression that showed he was disappointed with someone.

"Oh? Could it be that Mr. Cui has ulterior motives?"

Zhao Yushu felt that his expression of fear and anger at this moment was just right and worthy of a little golden man.

"My dear brother, this matter is related to what I want to ask of you."

Senior Ye Shi looked around and said, "Cui Jinghao, you are planning to rebel!"

Zhao Yushu was very glad that he put down the teacup early, otherwise it would have really sprayed out.

The remnants of Goguryeo rebelled more frequently than they ate. Is this something worth talking about?

Moreover, Old Zhao seriously suspected that this group of people probably didn't know that Li Tong was about to run to Chang'an to ascend the throne. After all, they didn't look like they could use flying swords to send letters. If they were not particularly concerned about current affairs, they would probably think that the world was torn apart.

"Does the Protectorate know about this?"

You may want to laugh, but you still have to pretend to laugh.

"Hey, do you think that he and Li Canjun were really discussing the exchange of treasures when they were whispering in the back hall?"

Ye Shi sneered disdainfully: "The people of Goguryeo are all local tyrants, with the Silla people behind them fanning the flames. The Protectorate has long been infiltrated. Even if the Grand Commander wants to, he is powerless to stop it. My dear brother, this is a place of trouble. It is better to leave early."

Up to now, Ye Shi still appears to be wholeheartedly loyal to the Tang Dynasty, and there is almost nothing wrong with him, except that he has been slow to say what he wants Zhao Yushu to do.

"Even if they rebel, the Tang Dynasty will raise an army to suppress it. The Hedong army will cross the sea and arrive in a matter of days. They won't be able to stay for more than a few days. Why worry?"

Unlike the previous life when Liaodong was completely controlled by the Tang Dynasty and connected to Goguryeo by land, in this world the Liao Kingdom occupied Liaodong and separated the Central Plains from the Goguryeo Peninsula. If troops were to be sent out, they had to cross the sea. This was also the core reason why the remnants of Goguryeo could keep jumping around and even the Andong Protectorate had independent tendencies.

"It would be fine if it was a normal situation, but they have the Liao people behind them. Once Cui Jinghao and his men start an army, the Liao lord will attack Youzhou, and Hedong Road will be unable to take care of itself!"

Liao people?

Finally I found the real owner.

Zhao Yushu's face darkened. "Brother Ye Shi, I won't ask you how you got this information. I'll ask you first, what exactly do you want me to help you with?"

In Baidaotang, also known as Cui Mansion, Cui Jinghao was planning something with a group of aides and disciples. The arrival of Zhao Yushu was just a small episode to him, as his big plans were elsewhere.

Of course, he would definitely take the treasures and detain the person as well. Now that he has delivered himself to his door at this critical juncture, if he does not accept what God has given him, he will suffer the consequences.

After the staff dispersed, Cui Jinghao came to the backyard and stood at the gate to salute respectfully: "Sir Xiao, everything is ready. The Protectorate has arranged everything according to the plan. It's just that Mr. Ye Shi is hesitant. Dongying may not make a decision immediately."

"It doesn't matter. A small country like ours has always been a fence-sitter. It doesn't matter if they are more or less. But since he already knows about our affairs, if he can't make a decision before starting the incident, then let him go."

Hearing the words "tiny country", Cui Jinghao frowned slightly.

"Yes, the dock has been blocked and he has nowhere to go. As for those two Tang people?"

There was silence in the courtyard for a moment. “Two disciples of the academy who have achieved cultivation have reached the fifth level at such a young age. They must have a great family background. Detaining them may have a miraculous effect.”

Cui Jinghao hesitated for a moment and said, "I am no match for them."

"Hmph, I understand. Leave it to me."

Cui Jinghao bowed and stepped back, his goal had been achieved.

"You said, let me find a way to take you to the Central Plains?"

Zhao Yushu shook his head: "Brother Ye Shi, don't lie to me. I just came here to travel and don't want to be involved in anything."

Zhao Yushu expressed his cowardly side at the right time, and reluctantly put the long box back on the table.

Ye Shi was anxious: "Don't you want to be loyal to your country?"

Zhao Yushu laughed: "For whom?"

Ye Shi paused. According to the information he had obtained, there were at least three emperors in the Tang Dynasty.

"My dear brother, you must have a powerful family behind you. In these troubled times, they must have supporters. As long as you take me back and let me talk to your elders, Japan will be your family's ally. My dear brother, this is a godsend opportunity!"

This may work for a kid who's just starting out, but this so-called God-given opportunity in this chaotic world was created by me myself.

Besides, how dare you so lightly entrust such an important matter for the country and family to someone you’ve only met once?

The more anxious Ye Shi became, the more Zhao Yushu was certain that he must have offended Cui Jinghao and his gang, and that his life was even threatened.

If I don't squeeze more out of you at this time, am I still a human being?

Zhao Yushu smiled with a fake smile: "Brother Ye can make the decision?"

"Of course, my Yeshi family is the head of the nine families serving His Majesty the Emperor. Dongying was personally conferred the title by the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty. The traitors of Goguryeo dared to rebel against the Tang Dynasty. It is only natural for the Yeshi family to help the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty to suppress the rebellion!"

Zhao Yushu finally understood that this old guy had been in cahoots with Cui Jinghao for a long time, but he didn't know which link was not agreed upon. This guy keenly sensed the crisis and decided to use Zhao Yushu's so-called God-given opportunity to run away. As for the promises he made, he could just open the window and relax for a while.

"Cui Jinghao is only at the fifth level. We are good enough to deal with him. Brother Ye Shi, don't panic. Since you said that we should serve the country with loyalty, then what's the point of just running away? We might as well take advantage of their tricks and make a big move."

"what?"

"For example, if you say there are Liao people behind them, let's go all out and take those Liao people as well!"

Ye Shi suddenly wanted to slap himself twice. How could he forget that young people like this are most likely to get carried away by passion? But now, is there any way out for him?

It seems there is.

Seeing Ye Shi's eyes begin to wander, Zhao Yushu knew that the other party was starting to plan to sell himself. Since you want to sell, you must sell it at a good price, so as to attract more buyers.

"To be honest, Brother Ye, I still have a good treasure."

Zhao Yushu gave a sly smile, confident of victory.