Chapter 875: with translation of chapter title

Kong Fang's expression was mocking.

This person was inherently unlikable, with a shoe‑shaped face, a chin that jutted upward like a ship's prow, small eyes with long outer corners; when they revealed a resentful look, they resembled a vicious snake.

"Please, Commander, give me a chance to let me explain everything slowly; have the Commander send people to investigate and see whether what I, a petty person, say is true." Kong Fang gained confidence at once, speaking with conviction.

Chen Wuji smiled faintly, "What if I don't give you this chance? My people have already investigated thoroughly—you slaughtered the Yu family, and you colluded with the Xu and Lin families to plunder the people; all of that is clear."

Kong Fang's expression suddenly froze; they looked at Chen Wuji in disbelief, their mouth twitching, "I… I always thought the Commander was a reasonable lord who wished to govern for the people, but I never expected the Commander himself to have this flaw."

They gave a light sneer, then suddenly sat down on the ground, "Well then, there's nothing more to say. Please, Commander, give me a swift end—anyway, I've already done what I needed to do. The only reason I'm still doing this is because I feel chaos is coming, and I just want to leave a way back for those who helped me."

"Damn it, you dare speak to my lord with that attitude!" Qian Fugui suddenly kicked Kong Fang, "Get up, kneel properly, what the hell!"

Chen Wuji watched coldly, not intervening.

Kong Fang gave a couple of heh laughs, straightened up, knelt properly before Chen Wuji, adjusted his collar, stretched his neck, and said, "When Yao asked the common people, the faults of the Miao could be heard; Shun had four eyes and four ears, so neither Gong, Gun, nor Huan Dou could hide…" Hahaha.

"My lord, this brat is still mocking you!" Qian Fugui shouted angrily.

They hadn't read much, but they understood these words.

All this yin‑yang nonsense—aren't you just saying 'listen to all sides and you'll be clear, listen to one side and you'll be dark'? Acting as if nobody knows that, you're just showing off!

Chen Wuji chuckled lightly, "Kong Fang, I rose from Hezhou to command all of Nan Jun; you're the first to speak to me like this. A villain who should have been reduced to a human stick dares to talk to me this way—I must admit, you've indeed piqued my interest."

"I'll give you one last chance—tell me your so‑called inside story. If you're honest, I'll keep a place for you here; if you lie, I'll really turn you into a human stick."

Kong Fang lifted their head, "If what I say is true, please Commander release me; as for that position beside you, I fear I'm not worthy."

Their eyes showed contempt, completely unhidden.

"Damn, it's been a while since I've seen someone with such a personality." Chen Wuji cursed, "Qian Fugui, hurry, hurry, hurry—quickly make them fix their mouth; I can't stand listening to it."

Yes!

Qian Fugui gave a sinister laugh, grabbed Kong Fang, and left the tavern.

Kong Fang's face changed drastically, and they shouted loudly, "Commander, you have no morality, you can't do this!"

"I have power and authority—what morality do I need to discuss with you!" Chen Wuji cursed.

This person is indeed somewhat interesting.

Even more, he now believes what Kong Fang said is true.

Perhaps there really is a hidden motive behind the affairs of Xinglin Zhen.

"Ruoshui, go investigate again, dig deeper." Chen Wuji ordered.

Yes!

Chen Wu Yin asked doubtfully, "Family Head, do you really believe what that brat said?"

"Whether I believe it or not is secondary; the point is to see how the facts are. I don't trust anyone's words just because they say them. Since they stated it so confidently, I'll spend some time checking. This person suits my taste, their thinking is meticulous, like someone who can get things done." Chen Wuji said.

Xu Chengyi said, "What they said should be true."

"No, they haven't said anything yet!" Chen Wu Yin said.

"They indeed didn't say exactly how, but didn't they say quite a bit?" Xu Chengyi said with a light smile, "In front of the lord, their bluster is useless; at most it just lets them live a little longer."

"Alright, that actually makes some sense."

Outside, Kong Fang's screams of agony rose and fell.

Qian Fugui, this bastard, didn't bother with anyone else's hands—he personally pummeled Kong Fang with his fists, giving them a full‑body bone‑massaging, each thud sounding extremely forceful.

"Almost there—let them bring the person in, don't beat them to death with a few punches!" Chen Wuji said.

Yes!

Moments later, Qian Fugui dragged Kong Fang in like a dead dog.

"The position beside me—are you interested now?" Chen Wuji asked, leaning forward.

Kong Fang's nose was bruised, their face swollen; the uneven, shoe‑shaped face had quickly filled out in a short time, making it even more unpleasant to look at.

"No interest!" Kong Fang shouted at the top of their lungs.

Their temper not only showed no restraint, it became even more arrogant.

Chen Wuji gave Qian Fugui a look.

"Damn you!" Qian Fugui cursed, grabbed Kong Fang, and turned to leave.

Soon, the thudding sounds rang out again outside.

Xu Chengyi sighed, "If the lord wants to recruit this person this way, it may be difficult; they have some arrogance, which is understandable—this person is indeed a talent."

"You've already drawn a conclusion so quickly, sir?"

"Pretty much—I don't think I've misjudged."

Chen Wuji chuckled lightly, "But I feel they're still putting on an act with me."

"Surely not?"

"Just take another look, sir, and you'll see." Chen Wuji didn't elaborate further.

This answer is indeed just his guess, but he feels his guess is probably correct.

This world may not lack those superb in strategy and planning, capable of deciding victories a thousand miles away, but compared to them, people in general are still relatively simple and unsophisticated, lacking the complex psychology of modern folk.

A performance like Kong Fang's could even be called child's play.

The screams outside continued for a good while, then fell completely silent.

Qian Fugui returned to report, "My lord, they've passed out—should we continue?"

"No need. From now on, do this…" Chen Wuji leaned in and gave Qian Fugui a few brief instructions.

Qian Fugui nodded repeatedly, eyes growing brighter, "Deputy General understands!"

Go.

Yes!

Xu Chengyi watched Qian Fugui leave, shook his head and laughed, "My lord, isn't this method a bit too dirty?"

"Dirty? It's just a little trick, sir, no need to worry." Chen Wuji waved his hand.

Xu Zengyi said: "I actually have nothing to worry about, I'm just worried that this person, even if he later serves the lord, may harbor resentment in his heart."

"We'll talk about this later." Chen Wuji was completely indifferent.

Taming this kind of guy who likes to play mind games and thinks he's smart is actually not that complicated; there are plenty of methods.

"Shi Yi Shu, I think this Tavern is not bad; order someone to tidy up, let's stay here temporarily." Chen Wuji ordered.

"Here!"