Chapter 914: The Art of Horizontal Alliance, the top-tier poison strategist Chen Sheng!

"Mr. Chen wishes to take a trip to Mobei?"

"Why?"

Yan Wushuang was very surprised upon hearing this, his pair of majestic eyes filled with confusion.

The land of Mobei is swept by wind and sand across the entire desert, with no end in sight. The conditions are extremely harsh, and it is very easy to get lost. It is a truly barren land, inhabited only by the Xiongnu army.

Chen Sheng nodded, then took a deep breath and said, "Because this Living Yama is even more troublesome than your subordinate imagined!"

"Just from one encounter, he viewed me as a thorn in his side and ordered people to assassinate me. One cannot say this person is not ruthless!"

Yan Wushuang fell into deep thought, and the others also fell silent together.

On this point, they also had to sigh at the decisiveness of the Living Yama!

"And what worries your subordinate most is not this 'guilt by association for the accuser,' but the 'elimination system.' The entire officialdom of Da Qian is about to face internal involution!"

"In the past, when the Battle of Changan broke out, the Living Yama used various means to defeat the Chu Kingdom's army of one hundred thousand, allowing Da Qian to survive a desperate situation. Not only are there divine objects that explode out of thin air with great power, but there are also sharper blades. Da Qian's military capability will become more and more terrifying over time!"

"If the Empress of Da Qian is given more time to pacify the vassal kings and change the chaotic state of Da Qian, plus the massive wealth accumulated from soap, white jade sugar, and other goods, making Da Qian a rich country with a strong people—it is no exaggeration to say that Da Qian already has the capital to unify the world!"

Chen Sheng's voice carried a solemnity. He saw this very clearly, which was also the reason he could not defect to Da Qian at all.

In Da Qian, Gao Yang's status was already unshakable. To avenge his younger brother, he could only defect to another country!

And the time left for him was not much.

In his eyes, Da Qian already had the bearing of a hegemon!

Upon hearing this, everyone wore solemn expressions, and Yan Wushuang's eyes even revealed killing intent. Chen Sheng's words struck right at his heart.

Chen Sheng wore a serious face and continued, "The unknown is the most terrifying. No one knows how many trump cards the Living Yama of Da Qian is still hiding!"

"Facing such an opponent, we cannot wait any longer. The current strategy is to follow only one path: the Art of Horizontal Alliance!"

"The enemy of an enemy is a friend. The principle of 'uniting the weak to control the strong' and 'when the lips are gone, the teeth are cold'—anyone who isn't a fool should understand!"

These words made Yan Wushuang admire him even more. This Chen Sheng truly possessed great talent.

This was undoubtedly the best countermeasure for the current Great Yan and the five nations of the world.

"So, Mr. Chen, by going to Mobei, you intend to borrow the power of the Xiongnu to weaken Da Qian?"

Chen Sheng nodded, facing everyone's gaze, and said, "Correct. Although it has just entered autumn, there is already quite a chill. For the grasslands, this winter is destined to be colder and even harder to endure!"

"The Xiongnu occupy Mobei and hold the barren northern lands. They can invade the three kingdoms of Chu, Yan, and Qian. They didn't plunder much the year before last, nor last year. This year, they will definitely plunder heavily!"

"The Xiongnu cavalry is famous for its mobility. In the four corners of the world, who isn't a target for plunder?"

"Therefore, your subordinate will go to the Xiongnu and induce them with profit. This matter has an eight or nine out of ten chance of success. The weaker the enemy, the stronger we become. Improving oneself is very difficult, but weakening others is not hard at all!"

Yan Wushuang's eyes brightened, and everyone looked at Chen Sheng with admiration.

"Mr. Chen is truly talented!"

"This Art of Horizontal Alliance is the method to break a strong nation!"

Chen Sheng's eyes flickered. "Your subordinate can use empty-handed tactics. First, with your Highness's support to go to Mobei, I will falsely claim that the three kingdoms of Chu, Yan, and Qi are secretly supporting the Xiongnu Chanyu, sending money and grain. Once the Xiongnu are persuaded to send troops to Da Qian, I will then go to the Chu and Qi kingdoms, telling them that since the Xiongnu are willing to send troops to Da Qian to plunder, they only need to provide supplies!"

"Once this fire is lit, given the Xiongnu's tenacity and the concealment of the desert, Da Qian will surely be plagued with headaches. After all, no matter how sharp the blade or how strong the army, one must be able to find the Xiongnu's lair in the vast desert!"

"Otherwise, everything is a futile effort!"

"It is only a pity that Da Qian and the Zhao Kingdom are on good terms. Otherwise, since the Zhao Kingdom borders Da Qian and is behind them, if we could win over the Zhao Kingdom, Da Qian would face heaven-sized trouble!"

As these words rang out, Yan Wushuang couldn't help but clap and cheer.

Yuan Xuanlin's eyes dimmed, feeling only terror.

Luo Cheng, Yang Wei, and the others also looked at Chen Sheng with great admiration.

A thought surged in their hearts: one should not judge a person by their appearance!

"Mr. Chen, besides the hundred cavalry, what else do you need?"

Yan Wushuang asked solemnly.

"Five chests of gold and jewelry, ten beauties, and a Great Yan travel permit. Also, the journey is long, so I must trouble Your Highness to look after my old mother and my wife," Chen Sheng said.

"The travel permit is your proof, Mr. Chen; I will naturally prepare it. The journey is long, so I will take care of your family. The Xiongnu Chanyu is greedy for wealth and lustful; gold, silver, and beauties are essential."

"However, isn't ten beauties a bit too many?"

Yan Wushuang asked.

Chen Sheng shook his head and said very solemnly, "Your Highness is mistaken. Beauty is a primitive desire of man; no one can be exempt. Ten is not too many. After all, the journey is long, and your subordinate is traveling thousands of miles into the depths of Mobei, so I need a few to take care of things."

"Mr. Chen's words are very reasonable; it was my oversight!"

"As for Your Highness returning to the Imperial Capital, you can act according to the plan. This matter should be done sooner rather than later. Your subordinate will first make a trip to the Xiongnu, then travel to the Chu and Qi kingdoms, waiting for Your Highness's good news!"

"..."

Half a month later.

Da Qian, Changan City.

The weather had thoroughly cooled, and the autumn wind swept through, rolling up the fallen leaves on the ground. The commoners on Zhu Que Street had also put on thick clothing.

Dingguo Duke Prefecture.

"Brother Gao, the guards around Yan Wushuang are extremely strong. The three waves of experts I sent out have all failed."

Guo Wuji found Gao Yang. After such a long time, his body had mostly recovered, though his voice leaned toward the feminine.

He spoke to Gao Yang with an apologetic tone.

Upon hearing this, Gao Yang was somewhat disappointed, but he still said, "It is no matter. I am very grateful that Brother Guo was able to send people to take action."

"The failure of the assassination is Heaven's will!"

Guo Wuji smiled and said, "Brother Gao, you avenged my great hatred, so I must help you kill this person. Now that I have recuperated for over twenty days and my body is mostly recovered, I shall personally take action and pursue him!"

"Brother Guo, although I helped you avenge your blood feud, this matter must absolutely not be done. It is too dangerous; your safety is paramount."

Hearing this, Gao Yang spoke up immediately.

"Brother Gao, you are being too polite."

"And you really shouldn't say that. Although Xu Xuanji is a swindler, the techniques inside are quite extraordinary, especially that 'Invincible Kunshan Lean' and the 'Swift Foot'—in the martial arts world, it is simply unheard of and unseen!"

"Even against experts, I have confidence. You need not worry!"

Guo Wuji said with a hearty tone.

Gao Yang's mouth twitched. Chen Sheng and Wu Guang behind him also turned their heads away, and even Green Radish lowered her head to play with her slender fingers.

"Then I will trouble Brother Guo!"

Gao Yang said.

"A small matter. By the way, Lord Gao, the Sect Leader sent news that they have found a place to stay and will arrive in the Zhao Kingdom in a few days!"

"If the Dragon-Protecting Envoy has any orders for anything within Da Qian, feel free to give them. The signal is for you to stand still, and I will go buy you two oranges."

Guo Wuji continued.

"The Sect Leader is truly thoughtful. Once the Sect Leader is settled, inform me, and I will send another thirty thousand taels of silver!"

"Dragon-Protecting Envoy, you are good at everything, but there is one thing: you are truly too sentimental and loyal, too decent!"

Guo Wuji said, moved.

Afterward, the two chatted for a while, and Guo Wuji took his leave.

Just as Guo Wuji left, Uncle Fu walked in. ===== CHAPTER 916 =====