Chapter 1035: Liu Dashan

Under the candlelight, Liu Dashan's face became increasingly terrifying. His voice was clearly very light, yet it made one's blood run cold.

When Lu Luo saw Liu Dashan, it was like seeing a devil. Her eyes were filled with deep fear, and her body couldn't help but shrink back.

She thought of An'an, thought of those children who desperately protected Liu Dashan. They truly regarded Liu Dashan as their savior and spontaneously protected him.

They huddled in that small courtyard, looking at the blue sky, grateful to Liu Dashan while longing for the life of being adopted.

But what they didn't know was that the person they were trying so hard to please and desperately protecting was an out-and-out demon!

The so-called "lucky ones" were actually a screening process for the gateway to hell.

In Lu Luo's mind, it was as if one child after another appeared with helpless eyes after learning the truth, which was almost heartbreaking.

Liu Dashan kept staring at Gao Yang while speaking, paying attention to the subtle changes in Gao Yang's facial expression.

In his view, although Gao Yang was famous for his ferocity, he was ultimately a young man who had just reached adulthood. How many dirty things in this world had he seen?

Hearing this suddenly, although he wouldn't tremble, he should show fear and shock, and then he would be able to gain the initiative.

But he was disappointed.

The expression on Gao Yang's face was very calm, unruffled, and he even picked up the tea on the table and took a sip.

And he even said to him, "Looking at it this way, Head of the Liu family is really a good person."

Liu Dashan sighed inwardly, then smiled and said, "I am a believer; nothing else, just kindness!"

Chen Sheng couldn't sit still anymore; his hands were a bit itchy.

He stared at Gao Yang, waiting for Gao Yang's order, and he, Chen Yousheng, would act immediately. But to his disappointment, Gao Yang did not give the order.

Gao Yang stared at Liu Dashan, then said, "Head of the Liu family, your honesty is something I have to praise, even after meeting so many people."

"But what I am curious about is, where does Head of the Liu family's confidence come from?"

"Just based on these words, even if I were to cut you into a thousand pieces, no one could say a word against me. Are you so sure I won't kill you, just relying on those 200,000 taels of silver?"

Gao Yang's voice was very light, but it made Lu Luo and Chen Sheng instantly spirited.

They stared straight at Liu Dashan.

Hearing Gao Yang's words, the smile on Liu Dashan's face gradually disappeared.

He counted the prayer beads on his hand, facing Gao Yang's highly oppressive gaze. He had to admit that he, Liu Dashan, had seen too many people with top-level power, but he had never seen anyone who could give him such great pressure as Gao Yang.

But Gao Yang had shown his cards, so he naturally had no way back.

Today, when he stepped into the Governor's Office and met Gao Yang, he was prepared—either live or die!

"Facing Lord Gao, how dare I speak of confidence?"

"200,000 taels of silver cannot buy my life, but I think the position of Prime Minister can protect my life!"

Liu Dashan stared at Gao Yang, his cunning eyes erupting with an extremely brilliant fanaticism at this moment, his voice unable to help but rise!

Once these words were spoken, it was like a storm, completely sweeping through Chen Sheng and Lu Luo's hearts, making them look up in astonishment.

The two words "Prime Minister" pointed directly at their hearts!

At this moment, even Gao Yang couldn't help but look at Liu Dashan seriously. The teacup in his hand paused suddenly.

He put down the teacup in his hand and looked at Liu Dashan.

"Continue, I am becoming more and more interested in you now."

The corners of Liu Dashan's mouth hooked into an arc, becoming more and more confident. He said to Gao Yang.

"This is not difficult. Prime Minister Xu colluded with Great Chu and was dealt with by the Emperor with thunderous means. Since then, Da Qian has had no Prime Minister. But in the dignified Da Qian, how can the hundred officials be without a leader?"

"So there is only one possibility: this Prime Minister position is prepared for Lord Gao!"

Gao Yang stared at Liu Dashan and did not continue to speak.

Liu Dashan's smile grew richer. "Lord Gao's silence tells me the answer. Plus, before this, Governor Meng came to find me once. He said that according to the ancestral teachings of Da Qian, any Prime Minister of Da Qian must understand the suffering of the people."

"So this trip of Lord Gao, seemingly asking about politics, is actually coming down to be gilded. Although the movement of asking about politics is big, it doesn't count for much to Lord Gao. What's more, Lord Gao has also gained a lot of popular support. When Lord Gao returns to Changancheng, I am afraid the Emperor will appoint Lord Gao as Prime Minister!"

"Is this so or not?"

Gao Yang still didn't speak. He leaned back on the chair, his black eyes staring at Liu Dashan.

He had to say that this Liu Dashan was a talent; just based on scattered news, he deduced the whole process of the matter.

"So, you are threatening me, saying that if I investigate the orphanage deeply, my Prime Minister position will not be guaranteed?"

Gao Yang said indifferently.

Liu Dashan shook his head. "That is wrong. How dare I have such an intention?"

"But Lord Gao's promotion speed is already terrifying, and there are many enemies in the court. They didn't want Lord Gao to be Prime Minister in the first place, so the resistance is already very great. I just think that Lord Gao doesn't need to look for trouble for himself and add more resistance."

"In these ten years of operation, there have been too many natural disasters, and the orphanage emerged as the times required. These orphans, who no one wants but are legal and compliant, are like wild grass by the roadside. Even if they disappear, no one will care, just like a speck of dust in the world, insignificant."

"Ghost marriages, 'rabbit boys'—they are just minor paths after all!"

"Lord Gao, can you understand what I mean?"

Gao Yang looked up, his eyes staring at Liu Dashan.

A murderous intent flashed in his heart.

Liu Dashan continued, "Lord Gao is a smart person. Looking at all the dynasties, no Prime Minister has ever fought alone."

"In these years, I have discovered a very interesting phenomenon. I found that in the entire Suiyang Jun, although the population is in the millions, or even tens of millions, even two people who don't know each other can find a connection through a few specific people."

Gao Yang said indifferently, "No, to be precise, through six specific people, you can know anyone in the world. This is called the Six Degrees of Separation theory."

"Head of the Liu family, don't show off in front of me. I know these things much better than you."

Liu Dashan was stunned, a bit embarrassed, then the smile on his face grew richer.

"Lord Gao is truly a great talent. What I expressed is exactly this meaning!"

"But these specific people are really too hard to find. But the orphanage is different. It is like a giant net, forming a special alliance!"

"And through the connections of each alliance itself, it is enough to radiate to half of the officials in the court!"

Saying this, Liu Dashan took out a memorial from his sleeve, placed it on the table, and pushed it toward Gao Yang's position.

"What is this?" Gao Yang asked.

Liu Dashan smiled and said, "A list."

Gao Yang raised an eyebrow.

"If Lord Gao insists on investigating, I will admit defeat and you can kill directly according to the list. But if Lord Gao is willing to raise your hand high, this list will become a great help to Lord Gao in the future!"

"In it, there are great Confucian scholars famous throughout the world, great generals guarding one side, sons of princes, Buddhist masters, and many people Lord Gao can't even imagine. Lord Gao can read it yourself!"

"But I will say something disrespectful: since ancient times, treacherous officials have never had a good end. Even if Lord Gao is full of loyalty, you have to think about yourself, right?"

Gao Yang flipped through the list casually and scanned it.

At this moment, even he couldn't help but gasp, looking at Liu Dashan in shock. All the doubts vanished with this list.

No wonder Liu Dashan didn't hide anything; this was his confidence!

This was a letter of allegiance!

But at the same time, it was also a threat from Liu Dashan!

Just as Liu Dashan said, the choice was delivered to his hand; whether to kill or not, he would decide for himself. ===== CHAPTER 1037 =====