Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

Cai Jing blocked Tong Guan's returning troops, wanting an explanation.

Tong Guan knew he was in the wrong regarding his daughter's matter, so he didn't say much and could only call Wang Qing over to handle it himself.

Faced with this situation, what could Wang Qing do but bear the immense pressure from Cai Jing all by himself?

As expected, Cai Jing was ruthless; he directly sought to strip Wang Qing of all his merits in this battle!

"Grand Tutor, I acted entirely according to my conscience and would never dare to claim credit for something. I beg you to see the truth."

But Wang Qing can't back down now, or he'll really lose everything!

"Hmph, you better not have one."

Cai Jing said coldly.

"But I've heard that you have many men under your command who are former bandits? Have you really surrendered them to the government? Or are you planning to rebel again later?"

Cai Jing, being a high-ranking official, relentlessly hurled accusations at Wang Qing, who was overwhelmed by the sheer number of them he could handle!

But he couldn't be too timid in front of his father-in-law, so Wang Qing had no choice but to put on a brave face.

"Grand Tutor, we brothers have received His Majesty's grace and, after being granted amnesty, are wholeheartedly devoted to the Song Dynasty! We have no other intentions! Heaven and Earth bear witness!"

"In this suppression of the rebellion, we also repelled the Liao army! Even if we didn't achieve any great merit, we certainly put in a lot of effort!"

He thought that by bringing up the story of defeating the Liao people, he could intimidate Cai Jing, but to his surprise, Cai Jing became even more excited after hearing it.

"Repel the Liao army? Weren't you going to fight Tian Hu? How did you get involved with the Liao people again? And you still say you didn't claim credit? You're not being honest!"

Seeing that Wang Qing was losing to Cai Jing, Tong Guan knew that he couldn't completely ignore the guy, since he was still quite capable and useful.

We can't let Cai Jing ruin his son-in-law like this.

"Grand Tutor, although my son-in-law went astray before, he has fortunately come to his senses. In the past few days, I have truly felt that he is a kind-hearted person."

"As the saying goes, a prodigal son who returns is more precious than gold. Grand Tutor, you are a great man, why make things difficult for a child? Why not help this child and make a good impression? Wouldn't that be a beautiful story?"

Wang Qing looked at Tong Guan gratefully. Wow, my father-in-law actually spoke up for me! That's great!

"A wonderful story? Are you sure it's not a joke?"

Cai Jing laughed. "This might be a good thing for your Tong family, but what about my Cai family? What benefit could my Cai family possibly gain?"

"Grand Tutor, let's compromise. We're all officials in the same court; there's no need to be so absolute. What do you think of this amount, Grand Tutor?"

Tong Guan also knew that Cai Jing was a man who valued benefits, and as long as the benefits were sufficient, he was not afraid that Cai Jing would not agree.

So he didn't waste any words and directly held up five fingers towards Cai Jing.

"I didn't realize that Privy Councilor Tong was so wealthy. But with this amount, are you planning to use it only for this one time, or are you planning to settle everything at once?"

"If it's the former, then I accept it. After all, I've been colleagues with Privy Councilor Tong for so many years, and we have feelings for each other."

"But if it's the latter, then I'm sorry, Privy Councilor Tong, it's not enough."

Tong Guan frowned; he hadn't expected Cai Jing to have such a big appetite.

Five hundred thousand strings of cash isn't enough to wipe out all the trouble?

"Grand Tutor, I was ignorant before. Grand Tutor, name your price. As long as we can turn hostility into friendship, I am willing to pay the price."

Wang Qing could see it clearly from the side. This Cai Jing wasn't here to hold him accountable at all; he was clearly here to ask for favors!

"Oh? How much are you planning to give?"

Cai Jing had no intention of paying any more attention to Wang Qing. In his view, he was already giving Tong Guan, the Privy Councilor, a lot of face by speaking to him.

As for Wang Qing, what kind of person is he?

But he didn't expect that Wang Qing would actually dare to come up to him and ask how much he needed.

"What do you think of this number, as your father-in-law says?"

Cai Jing also held up five fingers.

Seeing this, Wang Qing gritted his teeth and cursed inwardly, "Damn it, do you really think money grows on trees?"

"Double! I'm willing to pay double the price! I only hope to reconcile with the Grand Tutor!"

Wang Qing lowered his head, not letting anyone see the expression on his face.

However, the numbers he reported surprised both Tong Guan and Cai Jing.

Double that's one million strings of cash!

This is undoubtedly a huge sum of money!

"Where do you get so much money?"

Tong Guan was somewhat puzzled and asked in a low voice.

"Father-in-law, this is all money I've saved up, money I was going to give to Jiaoxiu!"

Although Wang Qing was also in great pain at this moment, he knew how to say it in order to maximize his benefits.

Sure enough, after these words, Tong Guan's gaze towards Wang Qing became even gentler.

I didn't realize this guy was such a romantic. He's willing to give Jiaoxiu a million strings of cash. Not bad, not bad.

But upon further reflection, Tong Guan felt even more resentment towards Cai Jing.

Cai Laogou, you're really meddling. If it weren't for you, this million guan would all be my daughter's.

What belongs to my daughter is naturally mine as well.

You actually managed to steal it from me?

You think your grandson is so great? Let me tell you, I've disliked him for a long time!

This marriage is not only unsatisfactory to you, but also to me!

I haven't even settled accounts with you yet, and you've managed to take so much money from me for nothing!

Hmph, I'll settle this score with you properly later!

"Okay, be brave!"

Cai Jing looked at Wang Qing again, but this time, his attitude was noticeably better.

One million strings of cash can indeed change a person's reputation!

"Then I won't disturb you any longer. His Majesty is very satisfied with this great victory over Tian Hu. Privy Councilor Tong, I hope that you two, father-in-law and son-in-law, can continue your efforts and share His Majesty's burdens!"

"This is all within my duty, Grand Tutor. I understand without you having to say more."

"Oh, right, His Majesty also said that since you, Privy Councilor Tong, fought Tian Hu so well this time, then we'll have to trouble you to take care of the other strongmen within our Great Song territory."

Suddenly, Cai Jing gave Tong Guan a task.

"Continue suppressing the bandits?"

Tong Guan frowned slightly. He had thought that he could take a rest after returning to the capital this time.

Unexpectedly, His Majesty actually wants me to continue fighting?

"Yes, Privy Councilor Tong, this is a great achievement, you certainly won't refuse, right?"

Cai Jing said to Tong Guan with a smile.

"And this task is now best suited for you."

"Then may I ask, Grand Tutor, where will you attack next?"

Tong Guan thought about it and agreed. After all, he did prefer military merit. Since they were going to fight, then they would fight.

"Liangshan".

Cai Jing announced the name of Liangshan.

This surprised both Wang Qing and Tong Guan.

"What? Attack Liangshan?"

Especially Wang Qing, he's never been able to figure out Ren Yuan from Liangshan. Now you're sending him to fight Ren Yuan... this...

"That's right, it's about attacking Liangshan."

Cai Jing turned his horse around, preparing to leave.

"Prime Minister Tong, you should hurry into the city to meet the Emperor. I hope that you will also return victorious after the campaign against Liangshan!"