The invasion of the abyss begins with the Laughing at the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 44 Undercurrent
The boundless night enveloped the earth. Under the moonlight, Huya Mountain was cold and deserted, without a trace of noise, and very quiet.

"Second Master, have you contacted Hu Wan?"

Sitting on the tiger-skin chair, the big boss "Zuoshandiao" frowned, puffed on his pipe, and spoke with a slightly gloomy expression.

Ever since a few days ago, at the invitation of Huya Mountain, the 300 horse bandits who came from Gaizhou were all buried under the Shenjiawu Fort, "Zuoshan Diao" has been feeling very unhappy.

I thought that even if the 300 horse bandits could not break through the Shenjiawu Fort, they could still cause trouble for Shen Yuanliang, resulting in a situation where both sides would suffer losses, and even test his true combat power.

Unexpectedly, Shen Yuanliang's insidiousness and cunningness took "Zuoshandiao" by surprise. He actually used such a despicable method as lime powder. Shouldn't this kind of inferior method be their usual trick?
Now, not only is there no cannon fodder, but Shen Yuanliang’s own strength has not been tested either, casting an ominous shadow over the boss’ heart.

"Boss, we've made contact."

"According to the plan, on the night of New Year's Eve, Hu Wan was going to mix knockout drugs into the wine while delivering wine and meat to the city gate guards."

"When the guard of the fortress falls asleep, he will find the right moment to lower the drawbridge, and we can take advantage of the opportunity to break in and capture the Shenjia Fortress in one fell swoop."

The second in command "Yidahong", with a weather-beaten face, picked up the coarse porcelain bowl, drank the liquor in the bowl, wiped his mouth, and said excitedly.

After Shen Yuanliang took over the fort, he managed it very strictly. Except for the recruited servants, no one else was allowed to go out unless necessary. It took nearly half a month before they got in touch again.

"Well done, good job!"

"New Year's Eve, the last day of the year, is a time for celebration. Shen Yuanliang would never have thought that we at Huya Mountain would choose to attack on that day. How wonderful!"

With a loud "bang", the boss "Zuoshandiao" slapped the thick elm table with his right hand, his face instantly turned from gloomy to sunny, he pulled the corners of his mouth, and his whole face was smiling.

Years ago, "Zuoshan Diao" had already broken through to the sixth level of martial arts. In order to confuse Master Wang, he showed his seventh-level peak martial arts skills to people close to him, and at the same time announced to the public that he was below the seventh level of martial arts.

What you see is what others let you see, and what you hear is what others deliberately let you hear!

Putting on layer upon layer of "disguises", "Zuoshandiao" was just waiting for an opportunity, an opportunity to replace the Wang family.

Now, a huge mountain that was pressing down on the top of Huya Mountain has been knocked down by Shen Yuanliang. The boss "Zuoshan Diao" wants to turn the tables and become the master and doesn't want to be anyone's dog anymore, but Shen Yuanliang can't stop him.

"Yes, the night of New Year's Eve was the day Shen Yuanliang died."

"You have offended our Tiger Tooth Mountain, and even coveted things that do not belong to you. This is the end. You will die."

Thinking of the brilliant plan that he had thought of for more than half a month, the second-in-command "Yidahong" who called himself "the reincarnation of Zhuge Liang" couldn't help but give himself a thumbs up.

Although the Second in Command has a nickname "Yidaohong", he is actually the only military strategist in Huya Mountain. The Second in Command's strategies played a big role in the development and growth of Huya Mountain.

"During this period, we must guard the mountain strictly and no one can leave. On New Year's Eve, all personnel will go out to break through the Shenjiawu Fort and kill Shen Yuanliang."

"Mr. Wang's wealth can only belong to us, and his status and reputation can only belong to us at Huya Mountain. We at Huya Mountain will be the new 'Wang Family'."

The big boss "Zuoshandiao", who was walking back and forth in the Juyi Hall holding a pipe, was afraid that the plan would be leaked, so he frowned and gave instructions.

Yongning City, Military Preparation Office.

After brushing off the dust on his clothes, Master Li, who had a wisp of goatee, lifted the curtain, bowed and said, "Sir."

Shi Guangxian, the military officer, had a big belly, wore a loose robe, and held a hand warmer. He asked anxiously, "Did he agree?" "Zhao Wu agreed, but he wanted to get 30% of the Wang family's property and the position of a thousand households in Jingbian Fort afterwards."

Master Li looked embarrassed. After hesitating for a moment, he spoke with gritted teeth.

Zhao Wu, known as Zhao Ermaizi because of his face full of pockmarks, is one of the four eighth-rank masters under Master Wang. He has been stationed in Yongning City and is in charge of the underground world of Yongning City.

During the day, Yongning City belongs to the Military Preparation Office. At night, Yongning City belongs to Zhao Ermaizi. Relying on his identity and one or two hundred thugs under his command, no one dares to provoke him.

At that moment, the Wang family, which was growing in prestige, was uprooted by Shen Yuanliang, and Zhao Ermaizi suddenly lost his backing. During this period of time, he was hesitant in the face of recruitment by various forces.

"Give it to him, give it all to him. As long as he is willing to lend a hand, everything will be easy."

"Let's keep him stable for now. Once I get the Wang family's assets, he will be useless. What kind of person is he to bargain with me?"

Hearing Zhao Ermaizi's loud demands, Shi Guangxian became furious and grabbed the teacup on the table and threw it on the ground. With a "bang", it broke into pieces.

As the military commander of Yongning City and a fifth-rank official of the imperial court, Zhao Ermaizi was just a "stray dog". Without the protection of the Wang family, he was nothing!
"Sir, there is news from Tiger Tooth Mountain."

"The bandits in Tiger Tooth Mountain are planning to attack Shenjiawu Fort from within and without on New Year's Eve."

After instructing the maid to tidy up the living room, Master Li looked around, took out a small note from his sleeve, walked up to Shi Guangxian, and said mysteriously.

"On New Year's Eve? That's a good idea!"

"I didn't expect the bandits in Tiger Tooth Mountain to be so smart and clever, and to be able to play some tricks."

Looking at the information in his hand, Bingbei Shi Guangxian pinched his round chin and said sinisterly.

Shi Guangxian has always looked down upon the bandits in Huya Mountain. The world has undergone tremendous changes in the past thirty years. Coming from a scholarly family, he has always looked down upon the crude warriors who cannot even write.

If it weren't for the fact that those crude warriors suffered repeated defeats and wiped out the country's elite forces in one day, Shi Guangxian wouldn't have to rush so quickly to make some money, make arrangements, and leave this war-torn place.

"Huya Mountain is preparing to attack Shenjiawu Fort with the help of internal and external forces."

"The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. Why don't we be the last oriole? We can capture Tiger Tooth Mountain and Shenjiawu Fort at the same time. Then, we will have money and credit."

Stroking his gray beard, Master Li's eyes rolled around, and a sinister look flashed across his eyes, making people shudder.

"Master's schemes are as vicious as ever. But I like them."

"Master, try to win over the bandits from all over the place and the Wang family's scattered forces, so that Zhao Ermaizi and his family won't dominate and turn their backs on me."

Looking towards the capital, the worried Shi Guangxian suddenly felt uneasy.

Being in the land outside the Great Wall, Shi Guangxian could only fight hard and use the money from the Wang family to pave the way for himself and get out of this quagmire as soon as possible, otherwise...

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