Chapter 68 Jiangnan
"Your Highness, Your Highness..."
Just when Li Chengze was immersed in the realization of the overlord's color and domineering energy, Xie Bi'an came in a hurry.
Seeing Li Chengze exuding domineering power, Xie Bi'an looked surprised, and even his speech became a little unsmooth.
Although Li Chengze's appearance has not changed, in Xie Bian's eyes, he seems to have become extremely tall due to his domineering appearance.
I am like a tiny ant at the foot of the mountain looking up at the mountain. Sensing Xie Bian's state, Li Chengze restrained his domineering attitude and asked, "What's the matter?"
As Li Chengze put away his domineering attitude, Xie Bian felt as if a huge boulder had been moved away from his heart.
He took a few long breaths and reported, "Your Highness, the two brothers Fan Xian are about to leave Kyoto today!"
"I am about to leave for the south of the Yangtze River. How can I not show my friendship as a landlord and go to see him off in person!" Before Li Chengze could finish his words, he had already taken steps and was ready to set off.
However, as soon as he stepped out of the palace's threshold, a flash of bright red came into view. It turned out to be Ye Ling'er, wearing a warm red dress, arriving gracefully.
"Your Highness, I heard that Wan'er and Fan Xian are going to Jiangnan. Don't you plan to see them off in person?" Ye Ling'er asked straight to the point.
"Haha, it seems that we really have a good understanding of each other! I have this intention and am about to go.
"Li Chengze's smile was full of laughter. The four words "heart to heart" made Ye Linger's cheeks slightly red, but her heart was full of sweetness and joy.
Li Chengze and Fan Xian had a close friendship, and Ye Linger and Lin Wan'er also had a deep friendship, so they went to Fan's mansion together.
In front of the Fan Mansion, Fan Jian and Liu Ruyu were reluctant to say goodbye to the two brothers Fan Xian and Fan Sizhe.
Fan Xian is accompanied by a beautiful woman, and the mysterious master Wu Zhu who goes by the pseudonym Yixiao is secretly guarding him;
Fan Sizhe, on the other hand, seemed to be somewhat alone. Except for Guo Baokun, who was also known as the "Crouching Dragon and Phoenix Child", there was no one else accompanying him.
"Your Highness has arrived!" As Li Chengze arrived, everyone saluted.
"I wish you all a safe and smooth journey on this trip to the south of the Yangtze River!" Li Chengze stepped into the crowd. Behind him, two loyal guards, Fan Wujiu and Xie Bian, followed silently, adding a bit of solemnity and security to the upcoming journey.
"This trip is not only for opening a bank, but also for many unfinished things. I will go all out." Fan Xian said briefly and firmly
Fan Xian quickly agreed:
"Yes, we really need to take over the three major squares as soon as possible. There are many things at hand." He nodded gently, with determination in his eyes.
"Okay, I've always been assured of your abilities." Li Chengze responded simply, showing a free and easy wave as he waved his hand to avoid revealing too much emotion. He then joked:
"Brother Fan, it's a long way to go and I might find it boring. Should you consider returning your phone to relieve the loneliness of the journey?"
When Fan Xian heard this, his eyes lit up. He approached Li Chengze and said with a somewhat flattering tone, "It's true what His Highness said. Time passes faster when traveling long distances and accompanied by a mobile phone."
Li Chengze smiled slightly, as if he had anticipated Fan Xian's eagerness. He deliberately pondered for a moment and said:
"It is true that there are many inconveniences when you go out. But..."
He changed the topic, his eyes flashed with cunning,
"Brother Fan, have you ever thought that at this critical moment, the emergency talisman that can help you escape is even more indispensable?"
When Fan Xian heard this, his expression changed slightly, but he quickly returned to normal. Although he felt unwilling, he knew that Li Chengze's words were reasonable.
The practicality of the emergency talisman is undoubtedly more critical in the face of unknown challenges. "Your Highness is right. The Urgent Talisman is indeed indispensable for this trip."
Fan Xian sighed and accepted the reality helplessly but rationally.
Seeing Fan Xian's compromise, Li Chengze nodded with satisfaction, then turned his eyes to the side, and saw Ye Linger and Lin Waner holding hands. , immersed in their little world, discussing girls' topics, warm and beautiful.
Lin Wan'er and Ye Ling'er both felt sorry, because in more than ten days, Li Chengze and Ye Ling'er would have their grand wedding, but Fan Xian and Lin Wan'er were unable to witness this happy moment in person for some reason.
Then, Li Chengze's eyes turned to the side and smiled in the image of a blind swordsman. He nodded gently in greeting, and his tacit understanding and respect were all unspoken.
And with a smile, the stern swordsman, blindfolded and holding a sword, also responded to Li Chengze's courtesy with a subtle nod.
Then, Li Chengze's eyes fell on Fan Sizhe, who was looking at him with a smile on his face, and his eyes were filled with gratitude for his kindness.
In Fan Sizhe's heart, Li Chengze is undoubtedly the leader of his "thousand-mile horse". Being entrusted with the important task of going to the border between Daqing and Northern Qi to build a bank is due to Li Chengze's high trust and recognition of him.
"Your Highness," Fan Sizhe called respectfully and eagerly,
"Don't worry, I will be careful and take good care of myself during this trip." He was afraid that Li Chengze would have concerns, so he quickly expressed his stance, showing full confidence in his abilities.
"Besides, with Lao Guo by my side to help, everything will go smoothly."
As Fan Sizhe spoke, he pointed at Guo Baokun beside him. He expressed his recognition of Guo Baokun's abilities and even believed that the two were equally powerful.
What made him even more reassured was that Guo Baokun controlled many of Northern Qi's espionage resources. This power would undoubtedly be a huge boost to their operations outside.
"Old...Lao Guo?"
When Li Chengze heard this, the corners of his mouth couldn't help but twitch slightly, obviously a little surprised by this affectionate title. "It seems that you have a close friendship."
"Your Highness..." Guo Baokun's voice contained a hint of restraint, and he bowed slightly to Li Chengze.
After all, everyone knew that his former identity was antagonistic to His Highness.
"Well, what Fan Sizhe said is true. Your talents are indeed outstanding." Li Chengze looked at him with gentle eyes and affirmed Guo Baokun, "
"Benevolence, justice, propriety, wisdom and trust", you have almost captured the essence of it. I hope you can pay more attention to Fan Sizhe during this trip. "
When Guo Baokun heard this, a warm current surged in his heart, and Li Chengze's recognition lifted his spirits.
"Your Highness, don't worry. Fan Sizhe and I have a deep friendship, and there is no need for additional instructions from Your Highness." He responded sincerely, feeling grateful for Li Chengze's appreciation in his heart.
At this moment, Guo Baokun deeply realized what Fan Sizhe often said - His Highness has a unique vision.
Talents that even he himself had never fully believed in were fully recognized by Li Chengze. "Benevolence, justice, propriety, wisdom and trust",
of these five-character motto, he believed that he had practiced the fourth one, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in his heart.
However, when I thought about it, His Highness said "it accounts for at least four points".
Does that mean there is another shortcoming that he was not aware of? Guo Baokun began to think carefully:
Benevolence, he has a clear conscience; righteousness is the criterion for his actions; wisdom, his ability to manage spies is enough to prove it;
Trust, his credibility is also recognized as reliable. So, what is the missing piece?
He fell into deep thought, maybe he was lacking in some aspects, and this introspection was an indispensable part of his growth.
Encouraged by Li Chengze, Guo Baokun became more determined to continuously improve himself and fight side by side with Fan Sizhe.
(End of chapter)