HPDBC Chapter 201 - 27 Seeking Support
Chapter 201 - 27 Seeking Support
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In Changhe Square, a clear river meandered through.
The water flowed gently, shimmering with light and reflecting the pavilions and towers on both banks in a pleasing pattern.
Among the
He asked in a deep voice: "So what do you want from me?"
Guan Yunjian smiled and said: "We came seeking Dong Chasi's aid."
As he spoke, Guan Yunjian and Uncle Shu glanced meaningfully at the group of officers seated at the table.
Dong Jing understood and knew they had other matters to discuss with him privately.
So, he waved his subordinates off, saying: "You've had your meal; now go on your patrols."
The group of officers glared at Guan Yunjian and Uncle Shu, reluctantly responding: "Yes."
They stared at the two standing at the door, then each got up and left.
Dong Jing also dismissed the maids accompanying him.
In the blink of an eye, the large suite was left with only Dong Jing, Guan Yunjian, and Uncle Shu.
"Now, what exactly do you want with me?" Dong Jing took a sip from his cup, drained it, and stood.
His hand rested on his waist, touching the Dagger of the Chasi.
"The ancients said, 'He who understands the times is a wise man, and birds choose good trees to perch on.'" Guan Yunjian said with a smile: "Dong Chasi, Shen Chasi is already dead. We want to pledge our allegiance to you and serve you faithfully."
Seeing their demeanor, Dong Jing withdrew his gaze, having formed a general guess in his mind.
He said with a hint of a smile: "Shen Chasi didn't die at the hands of the Wolf Demon but yours, didn't he?"
Guan Yunjian and Uncle Shu, when their secret was exposed, didn't show any signs of anger or disgrace. They remained composed and calm.
They had been with the Guardian Martial Department for many years. Many officers and Chasi from humble beginnings didn't end well, and situations like Shen Qing's were not uncommon.
As long as the benefits were substantial enough, even if the Chief Officer drowned tonight, someone would pinch their nose and accept it.
However, some decorum still needed to be maintained.
Guan Yunjian pretended not to understand, shaking his head and saying: "Dong Chasi, you must be joking; we wouldn't dare. We're simply seeking a better position and turning to you, Lord Dong, for shelter."
"Of course, we don't want to make things difficult for Lord Dong. Over the years, we've accumulated some wealth ourselves. If Lord Dong is willing, we're ready to offer a thousand taels of cash annually, to show our respect."
They knew Dong Jing was a concubine's child; although he flaunted his authority before them, within the Dong Family, he had to keep a low profile, and his finances weren't ample.
A thousand taels might not be much for high-ranking legitimate sons, but for Dong Jing, it was significant enough to persuade him, and this business was unlikely to be a loss for them.
Shen Qing had a house in Yongzhou, valued at nearly a thousand taels alone.
In recent years, despite the surrounding turmoil, Yongzhou stood firm.
Many wanted to move into the city to make a living, causing house prices to rise yearly, making them hard currency.
Besides this house, Shen Qing also owned a tavern; if they could get hold of the recipe, they could earn a fortune in the future.
Thinking of this, Guan Yunjian couldn't help but feel a swell of pride almost crossing his face.
However, in Dong Jing's eyes, it didn't appear the same way.
Guan Yunjian and Uncle Shu were both veterans of the Guardian Martial Department, yet his past reviews of them amounted to just four words: overly ambitious with little talent.
Otherwise, they wouldn't have remained in the Sixth Group for years without achieving anything.
In contrast, Shen Qing was not someone to be underestimated; he had talent.
These two being manipulated by Shen Qing seemed more plausible.
A thousand taels a year, while not insignificant to him, weren't especially large either.
However, he did not intend to make a decision too soon before things became clear.
At this point, outside Baihua Building.
Shen Qing, riding hard, had arrived, seeing the familiar official horses outside the door, he knew Guan Yunjian and Uncle Shu were in the building.
He dismounted and charged into Baihua Building.
"Waiter, I'm looking for two officers."
Shen Qing summoned a servant and explained his purpose.
After some description, the servant understood and inquired before leading Shen Qing to Dong Jing's suite door.
The servant spoke respectfully: "Sir, I will knock."
"No need." Shen Qing stepped forward and kicked the door.
Bang!
The door of the suite was kicked open.
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