Chapter 140

Better to be the tail of a phoenix than the head of a chicken.

This was the thought in Cai Lord Yuan’s heart.

Zhen Jiang, Bian Yu’er, and Zou Zou Qian, who were to the side, all nodded in unison upon hearing this: "That’s right! Our husband is the best."

"Haha! You are all very good too!"

Su Xuan laughed heartily upon hearing this, feeling very comfortable in his heart.

How could he not be happy to be recognized by all his wives?

After leaving the ladies, Su Xuan suddenly thought of Zhang Ning.

"It seems I haven't seen her for a long time; it's time to go pay her a visit!"

"After all, Zhang Jiao did entrust me with taking good care of her back then!"

Thinking this, Su Xuan immediately left the General's Mansion and, taking Xu Chu with him, arrived at the courtyard where Zhang Ning resided to see her.

"General, what brings you to this humble woman's place today?"

After having someone serve tea to Su Xuan, Zhang Ning asked with a faint expression.

If Su Xuan hadn't known her inner thoughts through mind-reading, he would have truly believed she was as indifferent as she appeared on the surface!

However, the reality was not so.

At this moment, Zhang Ning’s feelings toward him were very complex.

It couldn't be called hatred; after all, strictly speaking, her father was not killed by Su Xuan.

Rather, he chose to die.

From the moment Zhang Jiao was backlashed by the Great Han’s Golden Dragon of Luck, his life had already entered a countdown.

But to say she liked him?

Zhang Ning did have a bit of a crush on Su Xuan, but it was hazy, and she herself was somewhat uncertain.

Mainly because they had had too little contact.

They hadn't met many times in total.

Her nature was naturally inclined toward being indifferent and quiet, and she had never been in a relationship or anything of the sort.

She didn't understand it well!

Usually, staying at home to cultivate the Dao, practice martial arts, and read books made up her day.

"It's nothing!"

Hearing Zhang Ning’s words, Su Xuan smiled slightly: "It's nothing! I just suddenly remembered I had neglected you, so I came over to see how you were doing!"

"After all, I promised your father back then that I would take good care of you and ensure you have a stable and happy future!"

"No matter what, I must fulfill that!"

"Is there anything you want? Just tell me! I will satisfy you as much as I can!"

Zhang Ning shook her head and said: "There is nothing I want; it is quite good to be plain and simple like this now!"

"In the past, following my father, we were always running around; although it didn't count as being destitute, in my heart, it was actually about the same;"

"Back then, I often hoped my father could take our family and stay in one place securely, living a good life!"

"Unfortunately, all of that is already impossible now!"

"My father had a compassionate heart; he couldn't bear to see the suffering of the people and wanted to save more people and change this man-eating world;"

"He also acted on this with his own body;"

"Unfortunately, he failed!"

"He underestimated the cunning of the noble clans and powerful families, underestimated the human heart, and even more so, underestimated the baser nature of people."

Speaking of this, Zhang Ning stood up and went to the window, looking at the distant sky for a while, then turned her head.

Her dark hair drifted gently with the breeze as she looked at Su Xuan and asked: "My father said he had calculated the future and saw that you realized the wish in his heart, achieving a world of Great Harmony;"

"At first, I actually didn't believe it!"

"But these past few months, I have seen the changes in Jiangling City and even Nanjun with my own eyes;"

"You are indeed very different;"

"Your ideas and your thoughts seem to be focused on the common people;"

"Perhaps, you really might be able to realize my father’s original dream;"

"It’s just that this path will be very dangerous;"

"In the future, you will likely be the enemy of the whole world; are you truly prepared for this?"

Based on her good feelings toward Su Xuan, she actually didn't want to see Su Xuan end up with his family destroyed and everyone turning against him in the future.

A good person shouldn't end up with such a fate.

Of course, this person was a bit too unfaithful, actually marrying four at once.

From this perspective, he was also a bad guy.

Su Xuan, through mind-reading, saw all of Zhang Ning’s conflicted inner thoughts.

He smiled slightly: "Rest assured, I have long anticipated these things!"

"The situation you mentioned of being the enemy of the whole world will not happen!"

"Regarding reform, I have long had a perfect plan;"

"I will not be in a hurry, but will take it step by step, slowly!"

"First, try to win over as many like-minded people as possible; this is the key to the success of the reform!"

"Your father and the others back then got the focus wrong; they didn't clearly distinguish who were the true enemies, who were their own people, and who could be trusted, which is why they failed;"

"And I will not fail!"

Of course, Su Xuan was so confident mainly because he was cheating.

Possessing heaven-defying comprehension, he had created things like spiritual contracts.

The path of Qi Refining and so on... as long as he didn't court death, he was basically already in an invincible position.

Moreover, regarding reform, he was indeed not in a hurry.

He even planned to wait until he became the number one warlord and occupied an absolute advantage before implementing many policies step by step.

Only when he had cultivated enough loyal talents would it be time for a full-scale promotion.

Additionally, he actually wanted to wait until he had created the method of the Dynasty of Luck and established such a dynasty.

Using greater benefits to secure and win over the civil and military officials and families around him, ensuring that the reform proceeded more smoothly and easily.

After all, according to his deductions, if the Dynasty of Luck were truly formed, it would be a terrifying means capable of granting longevity.

Compared to longevity and the control of powerful extraordinary power, other benefits seemed somewhat insignificant.

When you want to reform, besides winning over more like-minded people.

Throwing out greater benefits is also a key point.

Longevity and powerful extraordinary power were the bait and cake in Su Xuan’s hands.

"Is that so?"

Zhang Ning felt Su Xuan’s intense confidence, smiled slightly, and nodded: "That’s good! I hope you are right!"

Next, the two began to chat casually.

They talked about everything.

The trends of the world, trivial matters.

Gradually, the relationship between the two began to draw closer, becoming familiar.

Unknowingly, more than two hours passed, and the sky was already gradually darkening.

Su Xuan also stood up to take his leave: "It’s getting late! I should go!"

"I had a very happy chat with you today!"

"Yes! Me too!"

Zhang Ning also nodded slightly, feeling a bit of excitement and reluctance in her heart.

She had indeed never chatted so happily with anyone before.

She felt very relaxed staying with Su Xuan.

This was completely different from what she had expected earlier.

Su Xuan didn't give her the feeling of a serious general, but more like an older brother from next door.

No airs, and no arrogance.

"Hehe!"

Hearing Zhang Ning’s words, Su Xuan smiled slightly and said: "Since that’s the case, I will come to talk to you often when I have time in the future!"

"Also, you might as well go out more, go to the General's Mansion more, and chat with my wives;"

"They are all very good people; I believe you should be able to get along and interact very well!"

"I'm off!"