Chapter 273: The Crux, Xianyu Zhongtong! (2/2)

”General Xianyu need not stand on ceremony. Since Brother Zhangchou believes that you have the capability to become the Southern Protector-General, there should be no problem regarding this matter,” Wang Gen nodded.

He was a governmental official, not a military official. As such, he didn't think too much into Zhangchou Jianqiong's selection of Xianyu Zhongtong as his successor.

The previous Protector-General did possess the right to recommend their successor. For example, the current imperial tutor of the crown prince, Wang Zhongsi, recommended Geshu Han, and Fumeng Lingcha also recommended Go Seonji. This was the usual practice.

Naturally, Zhangchou Jianqiong also wielded this privilege.

”Also, this is Wang Chong, Wang gongzi. Don't underestimate Wang gongzi just because he's young. With his prestige and fame, there's no one in the capital that doesn't know his name. Despite his young age, he has already met the Sage Emperor. There is less than a handful of those in his generation that can rival him. Hehe, there will only be benefits to getting along with Wang gongzi.”

Unexpectedly, Zhangchou Jianqiong started to introduce Wang Chong as well.

”Lord, I am unworthy of your compliments. I'm just a recruit studying in Kunwu Training Camp at the moment, and I am without any military rank yet. I don't live up to lord's excessive praises,” Wang Chong hurriedly replied.

Zhangchou Jianqiong and Xianyu Zhongtong were both influential figures in the military; one of them was the future Minister of War, whereas the other was the future Southern Protector-General. Given Wang Chong's current standing, how could he possibly accept such compliments from the other party?

”Wang gongzi, pleased to meet you.”

Opposite him, Xianyu Zhongtong turned around and bowed to Wang Chong respectfully after hearing Zhangchou Jianqiong's words. He was so polite that Wang Chong was starting to feel embarrassed.

”Lord Xianyu is too polite.” Wang Chong hurriedly stood up and bowed back.

”Zhongtong, Wang gongzi possesses incredible means in the capital. It's your first time coming into contact with politics, so it's natural for you to be unaware of many things. Should you find yourself in a bind, you should consult Wang gongzi,” Zhangchou Jianqiong gestured to Wang Chong as he spoke.

”Hahaha, Brother Xianyu, Lord Zhangchou is right. Wang gongzi is a person who can even move King Song. There's no mistake in getting close to him,” Yang Zhao chirped in as well.

He was Wang Chong's sworn brother. Even though they couldn't make this relationship known on the surface, Zhangchou Jianqiong was aware of it.

Given that Zhangchou Jianqiong thought so highly of his brother, Yang Zhao also felt proud as well. In a sense, it was indeed his accomplishment in convincing Wang Chong to ally with them.

”Wang gongzi, I'll be counting on you in the future,” Xianyu Zhongtong hurriedly said as he glanced at Wang Chong.

As a purebred military man, this was the first time Xianyu Zhongtong was in the capital, as well as his first time coming into contact with high-ranking officials and nobility.

Even though he was introverted and reticent, he was definitely no fool.

The young man before him was the favored scion of a prestigious clan of generals and ministers. Just the very birthright of the other party placed him a far higher position than many others. It was likely that he would become a high-ranking official or be conferred as a noble in the future.

Not to mention, this young man was a rare genius as well.

Xianyu Zhongtong was aware that this humble young man opposite him was the greatest contributor as to why the Protector-General was able to enter the capital.

”Hahaha, we're all brothers, there's no need for you to be so modest,” Yang Zhao laughed heartily.

”Come. let's drink!”

”Cheers!”

Once again, wine cups clinked against one another, and a joyful mood returned to the room.

”Lord Zhangchou, there's a gap in the defenses of the Southern Protectorate Manor at the moment. If Ü-Tsang were to make use of this opportunity to strike, what will the protectorate do? Can the Southern Protectorate Manor stand its ground?”

Suddenly, a discordant voice sounded. In an instant, the entire room plunged into silence.

However, after seeing where the discordant voice came from, Yang Zhao, Wang Gen, Xianyu Zhongtong, and everyone else were dumbfounded.

”Wang gongzi?”

Zhangchou Jianqiong glanced at Wang Chong, and his brow furrowed slightly. He didn't expect the one who had just spoken to be Wang Chong.

”Chong-er, what are you doing?! Lord Zhangchou is Protector-General of the Southern Protectorate Manor, do you think that you would not have considered such a possibility? Do you think that it's necessary for you to point it out?” Wang Gen chastized sharply.

Wang Chong's words were truly very offending.

If taken lightly, he was disrespecting Zhangchou Jianqiong as the Southern Protector-General. However, if one were to dig deeper into it, he could be considered to be cursing Zhangchou Jianqiong.

Zhangchou Jianqiong had come to the capital filled with ambition, and yet, Wang Chong had to point out something inauspicious at this moment, spoiling the other party's mood.

However, Wang Chong continued staring at Zhangchou Jianqiong with ardent eyes. He knew his big uncle was asking him to back down.

But Wang Chong couldn't do so now.

It was impossible to talk Zhangchou Jianqiong out of becoming the Minister of War now; he would only view anyone who tried to stop him as his mortal enemy.

On the other hand, the candidate whom Zhangchou Jianqiong had chosen after deep consideration couldn't possibly be changed that easily. Without a doubt, Xianyu Zhongtong would become the next Southern Protector-General.

All paths were sealed.

Thus, Wang Chong could only use his own forceful way to attempt changing destiny.

This way might offend and displease some, but he had no choice!

The opportunity was already in his hands. Zhangchou Jianqiong, Xianyu Zhongtong, Yang Zhao, and the generals of Jiannan were all here...

If Wang Chong didn't try to do something now, his heart would never be at ease.