Chapter 477 (1/2)

Chapter 477: 477

As the do Liao earned the recommendation of the late Prince as he lay on his death bedThe first iave others, however, was that he was extremely ordinary

Shang Liao was roughly 30 years of age and was short, thin and frailHe looked easy-going, with a slightly dark skin toneHe grew a sparse beard and dressed siave hiovernment official; it was hard for anyone to believe that he was actually very ambitious

The new King of the Kang Nation was, undoubtedly, the least outstanding individual the s were coronatedHe was even less noticeable than the two ladies carrying their babies

Only observant onlookers could tell how Shang Liao stood out from the others

The new Kings of the other four nations looked scared when facing the Dragon King, and the doed over by the Princess to receive the Royal Seal and the Crown frodoms were even more worried and anxious, as if their respective thrones were in jeopardyOnly the new King of the Kang Kingdoh he did not possess , he did not show any fear

Gu Shenwei noticed, and su that very afternoon

To avoid going through unnecessary formalities, Gu Shenwei chose a sparsely furnished study rooThe desk, which was supposed to represent the status of its owner, was placed against a wall and four or five similar chairs were placed randomly around the room

”The Prince admired you and believed that you could save the five nations of the Xiaoyao Lake region,” was Gu Shenwei's opening state Liao, so he did aith the customary introductions and pleasantries

”I hope you can addressThat is, if that hat the coronation cere Liao replied

Even if Shang Liao's statement was somewhat provocative, his tone was still extremely polite, as if he did not care whether or not his request would be harshly rejected

Gu Shenas a little surprised, and he secretly trusted the recommendation of the Prince even more”Now that the arood ideas do you have, King of the Kang Nation?” he asked

”As the King of the Kang Nation, I would only have good ideas when planning the defense ofLiao repied confidently

”You are defending your nation nowYou can only return back to your ho the Golden Roc Fort,” Gu Shewei stated

Shang Liao gave a slight grinHis unassureatly with his sharp tongue”This is a war between you and the Supre to do with-- I don't even have the recognition of the citizens of e to defeat the Golden Roc Fort, I wouldn't dare return to the Kang Kingdoon KingBut I don't see the difference between the Kang Kingdoon Army into her landsIf you want ,” he said, casually

Gu Shenas a little irritated -- the new King of the Kang Nation was really pushi+ng itThat said, he was still able to control his temperCompared to flattery, he preferred to hear the harsh truth”I told the late Prince so NationIndependence is not a giftIf you really want to have the true authority of a king, you have to earn it and pay the price for it,” he said

Shang Liao laughed heartily, as if he was clueless that he had just irritated the Dragon King, who could easily have hi to visit you, Dragon KingLet's talk about the price I have to pay,” he replied

Gu Shenas starting to wonder if Shang Liao was just fond of boastingHe was obviously escorted by ar, yet here he was talking of ”being willing” to talk, as if he had had a choice in the matter

Shang Liao began to realize what the Dragon King was thinking”To be honest, I was always keen to negotiate with you, Dragon KingThat was the reason I re believes that victory is within his grasp and would definitely not allow any country in the Xiaoyao Lake region to gain independenceIt was a pity that the Prince refused to listen to estion and wanted to take risks insteadIt was such a pityThe Prince had undergone a huge transfor,” he replied

”I killed him,” Gu Shenwei said coldly

”Everyone knows that,” Shang Liao replied in an even tone”His Highness the Prince illing to die for the independence of the Kang Kingdom, and all of his people still mourn his death”

Gu Shenwei decided that he would not allow the powerless King of the Kang Nation to provoke himAs such, he nodded and replied, ”The Prince was definitely worthy of remembranceHow about Your Majesty? Will you decide to take over his cause or will you choose to walk a different path?”

”I have only inherited his willpowerI disagreed with hishisLiao answered

It was always hard to tell real talent frodom was not very sharp, and it was very likely that he could have been fooledGu Shenwei re to size up his opponentWhen he spoke again, he was already on high alert”Let's talk about the price you wish to pay,” he said

”It's very sier of a shop ould not divulge his own botto, and I will help you defeat the Golden Roc Ardo, that will be left entirely up to me to decide”

He was definitely being confident with the Dragon King; the aon Army

”This seems to be the price I have to pay,” Gu Shenwei replied

”Hehe, it's norI've heard that you've built up a navy, and that preparations are all complete, except for the lack of a commanderPlease allow me to humbly recommend myselfIf I cannot completely defeat the Navy of the Golden Roc Fort within teeks, I'll gladly offer up e to succeed, we shall discuss further about the prices both of us have to pay,” Shang Yiao offered

”Hehe, it's norI've heard that you've built up a navy, and that preparations are all complete, except for the lack of a commanderPlease allow me to humbly recommend myselfIf I cannot completely defeat the Navy of the Golden Roc Fort within teeks, I'll gladly offer up e to succeed, we shall discuss further about the prices both of us have to pay,” Shang Yiao offered

Gu Shenwei had entered into many deals with several people in the pastHe had encountered both honest and deceitful people before, but he had never been in a situation in which he had to give so in return

As his navy controlled ion, it was the only front which the Dragon King had an advantage over the Golden Roc ArmyIf he was to be betrayed now, the consequences would be disastrous

”You have to prove yourself with s Nation,” Gu Shenwei saidHe initially intended to reject handing over his navy to Shang Liao

”If you want a cat, you can test it by pitting it againstIf what you want is a ferocious beast, then why start with s Yiao asked, rhetorically

The Dragon King was still hesitantShang Liao went even further: ”By serving you as the King of the Kang Nation, I'My military rank cannot be lower than anyone else, except youSince you already have a Left General, appoint ht General”

Gu Shenwei made up his mind suddenly; sometimes you just had to trust your instinctsHe rose froht General, you have teeks”

There was no way the Dragon King's appointe debateThe rank-and-file would, at most, be surprised by his decision, but for his Left General, Dugu Xian, it was unbearableHe was usually rule-abiding, but this ti to openly oppose the decision”Of all the five nations, the Kang Kingdom is the least trustworthyHow could you hand over the entire navy to hi?” he asked, desperately

Of course, Gu Shenwei had an explanation prepared: ”The oarsdoranceThe King of the Kang Nation cannot seize control of our navy”