Martial Arts Across the Heavens: Becoming a Martial God Starting from the Big Boss in Tangshan

Chapter 154 Why are there so many rebels?

Nalan Yuanshu's eyes lit up, and he hurriedly asked, "Oh? I've seen Brother Chen? Where is he?"

Chen Wen looked completely at ease and pointed to the center of the room: "Here it is. There aren't many of our own people here today. I noticed him as soon as I came in, and we talked quite a bit about medical matters."

As he spoke, he turned his head and looked around in a mocking manner, revealing a hint of surprise.

"Huh? That's strange. He was just here helping to rescue people a moment ago, how come he's gone in the blink of an eye? When did he leave?"

Huang Feihong, who was listening nearby, was taken aback at first, but then immediately understood Chen Wen's intention.

There were very few Chinese doctors in the venue, so it would be suspicious if Sun Yat-sen were not seen.

He thought to himself, "That was close! I almost made a mess of things."

Nalan Yuanshu was somewhat bewildered by Chen Wen's words.

He wanted to ask about Sun Wen's current whereabouts, but Chen Wen's answer was perfectly correct. He couldn't blame Chen Wen for not keeping an eye on him, could he?

He cursed inwardly, but had to maintain a smile on his face.

Chen Wen seemed oblivious to his annoyance, instead moving closer with curiosity and a hint of concern on his face: "Sir, did you seek out Sun Wen for medical treatment?"

"His medical skills are alright, but not as good as mine. Why don't you let me take a look at you?"

Nalan Yuanshu was somewhat embarrassed by his question and quickly waved his hand: "Brother Chen is joking! Your medical skills are known throughout the world, the best in the world. Who can compare with you? I am in good health. I have other business to discuss with Sun Yat-sen."

He was halfway through his sentence when a thought suddenly struck him.

The two people in front of him are now nominally his "Jing'an Camp" members, and can be considered half of his subordinates.

Although it cannot be truly used as a tool.

But it's always good to ask about the situation and, incidentally, probe their stance.

Moreover, this matter involves traitors, so it's a good opportunity to see their attitude.

Nalan Yuanshu looked around, put on a mysterious air, and lowered his voice to say to Chen Wen and Huang Feihong, "Brother Chen, Master Huang, since you've asked this far, I won't hide it from you."

"This Sun Yat-sen is actually a traitor harboring malicious intentions! The imperial court is secretly hunting him down!"

Chen Wen's eyes widened immediately, his face showing extreme shock, and his voice rose several decibels: "What?! Traitors?! How is this possible?!"

Nalan Yuanshu was startled and quickly lowered his voice, urgently saying, "Brother Chen! Keep quiet! Keep quiet! There is no conclusive evidence yet, only clues pointing to him—do not make a sound!"

Chen Wen's initial shock turned to realization, tinged with lingering fear. He nodded repeatedly, lowered his voice, and asked curiously, "I see. Which faction is he from?"

"The Taiping Rebellion? The Heaven and Earth Society? The Small Swords Society, the Gelaohui, the Nian Rebellion, the Boxers, the Red Spear Society—"

He rattled off a long list of names of anti-Qing organizations as if they were his own treasures.

Nalan Yuanshu was stunned and somewhat dumbfounded.

He hadn't thought about it much before, but now that Chen Wen had listed them out, he suddenly realized it.

In this vast Qing Dynasty, there were so many well-known and large-scale rebel organizations!

And that doesn't even include those small groups of rebels!

Rebels are everywhere, what's wrong with this world?

His heart tightened inexplicably, and he subconsciously shook his head: "Neither."

Chen Wen's eyes lit up, and he clapped his hands lightly: "I know! It must be the Blood Flag Army!"

Huang Feihong, who was standing to the side, felt a sudden jolt in his heart and almost lost his composure.

Brother Chen, what are you doing? Why did you expose yourself?

Nalan Yuanshu, however, showed an expression of almost disgust and waved his hands repeatedly: "Hey, they're not exactly the Blood Flag Army."

"What is the Blood Flag Army? They're just a bunch of pirates who suddenly appeared. They're ruthless and only know how to kill and set fires. They're not going to amount to anything and are nothing to be afraid of."

"It is Sun Yat-sen and his ilk, using various banners to mislead and incite people, who are far more harmful!"

Upon hearing this, Huang Feihong felt a surge of inexplicable anger.

Nalan Yuanshu actually looked down on the Blood Flag Army?

But he knew this was not the time to argue, so he had to hold back and keep a calm expression on his face.

Chen Wen, however, was outspoken and retorted defiantly, "Sir, you are mistaken! The Blood Flag Army is very powerful! They have killed many of our brothers!"

Nalan Yuanshu nodded, his tone reassuring: "I've heard about it."

"My brothers in the militia suffered some unfortunate deaths while assisting that good-for-nothing Fucha Na last time, and I am deeply saddened by that. It was all because of those lawless pirates!"

"Yes, yes, yes!" Chen Wen nodded vigorously, his face showing grief and resentment. "They all died because of the Blood Flag Army!"

Wong Fei-hung, who was listening from the side, was utterly speechless.

Chen Wen's words are absolutely correct, literally.

Those brothers who sacrificed their lives did indeed die for the cause of the Blood Flag Army.

But to Nalan Yuanshu, it took on a completely different meaning.

It was the Blood Flag Army, a pirate gang, that killed the militia members.

Chen Wen's mouth is truly capable of talking the dead back to life and the living to death!

Nalan Yuanshu clearly understood it that way. He sighed and explained, "Brother Chen, there are plenty of pirates at sea. You know Zhang Baozai, right? He calls himself the Red Flag Army!"

"Besides that, there are all sorts of other flags, like blue flags, yellow flags, and black flags."

"This Blood Flag Army is just a newcomer; they can't cause much trouble. They are ruthless killers, though. I heard they massacred a city and even a Mite City."

"But pirates are pirates; they are short-sighted, only knowing how to plunder and not how to build a foundation."

"Once the imperial court has the resources, they can easily wipe them out by sending just a few warships."

"If they really find it too troublesome, we can just issue a decree of amnesty, offer them a nominal position, and give them some incentives, and they'll naturally disperse. It's not worth mentioning, not worth mentioning at all."

Huang Feihong grew increasingly furious!

Massacre of the city? The people in that city clearly followed them voluntarily!

To cover up their shame, the imperial court actually accused them of massacring the city.

So hateful!

Moreover, this guy looks down on the Blood Flag Army so much, he's incredibly arrogant!

However—on second thought, from a certain perspective, it seems that Nalan Yuanshu's plan has already been realized?

Are they now part of the Jing'an Camp, and have they become Nalan Yuanshu's subordinates?

Could this be considered another form of appeasement?

No wonder this guy only cared about arresting Sun Yat-sen after receiving the order.

It turns out they completely looked down on the Blood Flag Army!

Chen Wen felt a bit amused and exasperated.

He had previously ordered his men to be on high alert and guard against the Nine Gates Admiral, but little did he expect that the admiral didn't take them seriously at all!

But upon closer reflection, it makes sense.

The Blood Flag Army had only been famous for a little over a month, while the organizations behind Sun Yat-sen, as well as other secret societies and religious groups, were already well-known.

These are all time-honored brands that have been in business for several years, decades, or even hundreds of years!

From the court's perspective, these threats were naturally far greater; these newly emerging pirates were nothing more than a minor ailment.

But this is actually an opportunity!

Chen Wen immediately adopted an indignant expression: "Sir! You can't say that! The Blood Flag Army is our sworn enemy!"

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"Since you are busy with official duties and cannot attend to these pirates for the time being, why don't you let our Jing'an Battalion go instead!"

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