This villain has become a ghost

Unexpectedly, the young man frowned and said, believing it to be true: "...Are you really married?"

Qiu Shuangwan: “…”

Nangong Wanqing: “…”

Yue Liuyun nodded: "Really."

This is one of the few times she didn't lie. It's good for your physical and mental health to believe it.

At this time, something even more unexpected happened.

The young man actually raised his eyebrows and took another step forward, adjusted his armbands, and said with an arrogant yet frivolous smile:

"so what?"

"...I'm a bandit to begin with, I don't care about these things. It doesn't matter if it's someone else's wife, I'll just rob her!"

Yue Liuyun: “…”

His eyes were as big as copper bells, emitting a shrewd gleam of lightning.

Nangong Wanqing: “…”

This is the big show of the year.

Qiu Shuangwan: “…”

Buddy, you are so awesome, you are good at stealing other people’s wives.

The bandits, however, had no taboos and kept praising their boss as awesome. They were bandits to begin with, and all those etiquette and morals were bullshit. They just wanted to do what they wanted, and that was the way to go!

Yue Liuyun held his forehead and said, "Young Master, didn't you just say that you wouldn't embarrass a woman?"

"I'm not trying to embarrass you," the young man frowned and explained confidently, "...I'm pursuing you, can't you see?"

Yue Liuyun: “…”

Do you think I can see that?

Is this pursuit? Isn't this robbery?

Fortunately, Yue Liuyun had experienced too many absurd situations, and his heart had long been immune to all poisons. He said calmly:

"Sir, although I am an official in the court, I am still a girl from a respectable family and cannot stand such humiliation."

Hearing this, the young man was slightly stunned, and his expression was not as tough as before, but a little relaxed.

Yue Liuyun observed his expression carefully, not missing any details.

She thought for a moment, then made up her mind and continued:

"...But I am willing to cooperate with you, sir."

Qiu Shuangwan and Nangong Wanqing cast incredulous glances at Yue Liuyun, but saw that he looked calm and didn't seem to be joking.

Yue Liuyun had already considered this.

Although this person was a bit outrageous, he was different from the vicious, unscrupulous, and cruel bandit she had imagined. He was able to gather so many people in Quanzhou and even extend his hand to Dongdu, which showed that he had certain abilities and sphere of influence.

The world is already in chaos, and the situation in Quanzhou has reached this point. The governor is incompetent and licentious, and has severed ties with the court. There is a high probability that he wants to be the king of his own country.

The army led by Chu Shiqing and Xia Ruzhi was fighting against Chi Yu. If they wanted to divide their attention to conquering Quan and Wu states, they would probably be unable to do so. Guarding the national border was the most important thing and they could not afford to be careless.

It's the right time to employ people.

It would be better for her to join his camp temporarily, just like when she sneaked into General Qiming's mansion.

Yue Liuyun was thinking in his mind, and a cunning light flashed in his eyes.

...If they really start cooperating, it's hard to say who will use whom.

The young man obviously hadn't realized why she suddenly mentioned cooperation.

Proposing marriage and snatching someone away are dominant positions for a man, but cooperation is different. Cooperation is based on mutual equality and mutual benefit.

He is not a stupid person, and he will not rashly do anything that harms his own interests and invites trouble.

Yue Liuyun knew that if she rashly proposed cooperation, it would definitely make him suspicious.

So, she continued, "...The current situation is that I am controlled by the young master. Proposing cooperation is indeed a bit unrealistic, but if the young master wants to try to control me, I am not the kind of person who is willing to give in."

"It's just that... a negative sum wouldn't benefit us in any way, and zero-sum isn't what we want."

"In order to convince you, sir, I am willing to make some concessions."

The young man seemed to be intrigued, and his fixed gaze was like that of a wild animal staring at its prey.

He asked, "How do you give in?"

At this moment, he must not dodge. Yue Liuyun, bearing the pressure, raised his eyes and looked back at him, saying:

"No matter how beautiful my words are, actions speak louder than words. Before you fully trust me, I will show you my sincerity and value."

"If you are not satisfied, you can kill me or hand me over to Liu Zeyin."

The young man raised his eyebrows.

The three words "Kill me" were said so casually. Although this girl looked weak, she was stubborn at heart.

If both sides really perish together, that would be what she called a negative compromise.

It's not that he doesn't want to, but it's not worth it. Only a fool would do something that harms others and does not benefit himself.

She was indeed under his control.

What's more, he was indeed interested and wanted to see... what sincerity and value this female champion who dared to go to Wuzhou could bring to him.

-

Yizhou.

The courtyard is simply furnished and surrounded by greenery. In one corner, there are several old locust trees with thick trunks and lush branches. Beneath the trees is a bluestone slab, on which a set of stone tables and stone benches are placed, setting up a simple banquet.

Zhou Ji greeted him with a smile and invited the Governor of Liangzhou into the courtyard.

The Governor of Liangzhou seemed very nervous, he kept his head down and hunched over, not daring to look directly at Liu Zeyin and Yin Yun beside him.

...Even though he knew that Liangzhou was weak and this trip was most likely a Hongmen Banquet, he had no chance of refusing.

Liu Zeyin made a gesture of invitation and said, "Please take a seat, sir."

"I don't deserve it, I don't deserve it." The Governor of Liangzhou bowed respectfully and sat down tremblingly.

Zhou Ji served on the side and poured wine for several people.

Yin Yun waved his fan and passed the wine glass to the Liangzhou Governor, saying, "I've heard that Liangzhou wine is mellow and sweet, and is a top-quality product, with this 'Xianren Yue' being the most prestigious. We are offering this wine to the Buddha, and I hope you will understand."

"No, no, sir and lord are so thoughtful." The governor of Liangzhou hurriedly took the wine.

Liu Zeyin drank the wine in his cup in one gulp and said, "...I am a warrior and a rough man, so I won't beat around the bush now."

"Your Excellency, please know that you have come here because we have something to discuss with you."

The Governor of Liangzhou swallowed his saliva. He already knew what was going on, but he still felt humiliated and helpless. He could only grovel and say:

"All ears."

Liu Zeyin chuckled and said, "Sir, don't be nervous. Yizhou City borders Wan City on the left and Liangzhou on the right. I am just a warrior, but by some strange coincidence I became the head of Yizhou. Naturally, I would like to ask the two gentlemen for their advice."

"It's just that... the Lord Mayor of Wancheng seems to look down on me and is unwilling to accept my invitation. In the end, it's you who are so generous and willing to come to my place as a guest."

The Governor of Liangzhou naturally understood the hidden meaning in his words, and cold sweat broke out on his back.

He was polite on the surface, but the threat was evident in his words.

The Governor of Liangzhou forced a smile and said tremblingly, "It's an honor... a great honor."