Ming Dynasty: pacifying the rebellion and defending the border, dominating the world

Chapter 504 Pre-war Preparations, Wooing Up Various Parties

As the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Revenue began coordinating the mobilization of garrison troops and logistical work in the capital.

The secret guards intensified their exploration of the world of Fengyun.

Information about the Ming Dynasty and the world of Fengyun was also delivered to Zhu Jinzhen's desk like snowflakes.

The Dragon Guard Villa, the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and the East and West Factories.

They are also making intensive arrangements for various intelligence-gathering experts.

The most popular character is... Lu Xiaofeng with four eyebrows.

The capital city, the Hua residence.

Lu Xiaofeng rubbed his temples in distress, while Hua Manlou, Ximen Chuixue, and Sikong Zhaixing looked at him with smiles on their faces.

"Which batch is this today?"

"The Eastern Depot, the Western Depot, and the Dragon Guard Manor are one thing, but the Embroidered Uniform Guard is actually coming to me too?"

"This is the first time I've realized that I'm so popular."

Lu Xiaofeng shrugged, looking helpless, and gave a wry smile.

Hua Manlou couldn't help but smile and teased, "Who doesn't know that you, Master Lu, are meticulous and can often find clues that others can't find in the most impossible situations? Your lightness skill is unparalleled in the martial arts world, and your methods of disguise and tracking are also unmatched."

"The world Your Majesty is preparing to conquer is said to be teeming with old monsters. The Eastern Depot, Western Depot, and Embroidered Uniform Guard are all intelligence agencies that have received orders from Your Majesty. Naturally, you, Lu Xiaofeng, are also someone they are trying their best to win over."

"If it were me, the first person I would think of would also be the renowned Lu Xiaofeng."

“I totally agree.” Ximen Chuixue also made a rare joke.

"The Eastern Depot and Western Depot have arrived, and the Embroidered Uniform Guard has also been here. Only the Six Doors and the Dragon Guard Manor remain." Before Sikong Zhaixing could finish speaking, a whooshing sound came from above the courtyard, and a figure dressed in white, with a heroic and dashing appearance, stepped through the air.

"Say Cao Cao, Cao Cao is here."

The group exchanged glances, and apart from Lu Xiaofeng, Hua Manlou and the others were all smiles.

"Shangguan Haitang has come uninvited. I hope that Master Lu Xiaofeng and Young Master Hua will not take offense!" Shangguan Haitang landed gracefully, stood in front of the group, cupped her hands in greeting, and said.

Lu Xiaofeng stroked his beard and spread his hands, saying, "I guess you've also come to invite me to temporarily join the Dragon Guard Manor?"

"What does Master Lu mean?" Shangguan Haitang was not surprised at all. The capital city is only so big, and the intelligence of the Dragon Guard Manor is no worse than that of the other few. What Cao Zhengchun and Yu Huatian can notice, she can naturally notice as well.

“I would like to, but…” Lu Xiaofeng used the same words he had given to Cao Shaoqing of the Eastern Depot and Tan Luzi of the Western Depot, raising his hand to reveal his identity as a secret guard: “I would be happy to help you, but without the commander’s approval, I’m afraid I can’t help you.”

"The Xuanjia Secret Guard?"

Shangguan Haitang was taken aback, her face filled with surprise.

Unexpectedly, Lu Xiaofeng, the famous playboy in the martial arts world, had joined the Secret Guard at some unknown time.

But soon, a smug smile appeared on Shangguan Haitang's face as she presented a gold token: "In that case, I would like to ask Hero Lu to help my Dragon Guard Manor this time. This is a gold token bestowed by His Majesty, which grants my Dragon Guard Manor the authority to act expediently in recruiting talent and gathering intelligence, and in the event of a decision that cannot be made."

Zhu Wushi's treason case had far-reaching implications, with at least 60% of the spies within the Dragon Guard Manor implicated. In order to ensure the continued operation of the Dragon Guard Manor's intelligence network, Zhu Jinzhen specially bestowed upon him a gold medal.

At some point, one has the right to act expediently.

It was never used when Shangguan Haitang rebuilt the Dragon Guard Manor, but I never expected it to be used on Lu Xiaofeng today.

"Hiss, this..."

Lu Xiaofeng suddenly appeared in front of Shangguan Haitang, carefully examined the gold medal to confirm its authenticity, then took a step back and helplessly clasped his hands in a fist salute: "Lu Xiaofeng, I accept your command."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Master Lu." Shangguan Haitang's face was also filled with a happy smile. She secretly rejoiced that she had kept the gold medal close to her body all along, otherwise she would probably have returned empty-handed today.

...Besides Lu Xiaofeng being favored by major intelligence organizations in the Ming Dynasty.

The carefree thief Chu Liuxiang, who roamed the martial arts world, was also found.

Faced with offers and requests from the Eastern Depot, the Western Depot, and the Embroidered Uniform Guard, Chu Liuxiang ultimately had no choice but to join one of them.

"With Chu Liuxiang, the Thousand-Faced Gentleman and others leading the investigation, our Eastern Depot will surely come out on top in this incident."

“Our Western Depot has Chen Muchen and Su Huirong, who are not necessarily inferior to others.”

"With Master Lu's help, Yi Dao will also go into that world to gather intelligence. This time, the Dragon Guard Manor doesn't aim for the best, but only for the worst."

Beizhen Fusi.

The headquarters of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

Baihu, Qinglong (who had been temporarily relieved of his post as commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard), Zhuque, along with several garrison commanders and commanders, were discussing what to do with their Embroidered Uniform Guard.

They didn't care about the actions of the Eastern Depot, the Western Depot, or the Dragon Guard Manor.

When it comes to intelligence gathering, the Embroidered Uniform Guard was the most capable in the Ming Dynasty, even without masters like Lu Xiaofeng, Sikong Zhaixing, and Chu Liuxiang who possessed strong detective or disguise abilities.

The Embroidered Uniform Guard actually has no shortage of slightly less capable and extraordinary individuals.

"Last time, we failed to supervise the Jiangnan incident and incurred His Majesty's wrath. We absolutely cannot make a mistake this time, otherwise it won't just be me who gets removed as commander."

"His Majesty may very well abolish the entire Northern Garrison Command in a fit of anger."

Azure Dragon's voice was deep and resonant. If we could understand the feelings of White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, and all the high-ranking members of the Embroidered Uniform Guard in the Northern Garrison, we would know that this might not be their last chance.

But if things go wrong, Qinglong's words might just become a reality.

After all, previous emperors needed the Embroidered Uniform Guard to inspect officials and check the court, but the current emperor does not. The Xuanjia Secret Guard is enough to replace all the Ming Dynasty's regulatory agencies, including the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

At this moment, a commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard stood up and volunteered: "Since it concerns the lives of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, why don't I lead the team myself? Among my Embroidered Uniform Guards is He Xiaomei, whose disguise skills are superb. With the addition of other Embroidered Uniform Guard brothers, even if it cannot be completely foolproof, there shouldn't be too many problems."

Li Gexiao, the Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

His master was Zheng Dongliu, the former commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard under the Qinglong Army.

If it weren't for the exceptional talent of Qinglong and his generation of Imperial Guards, Li Gexiao would normally have been the next Commander of the Imperial Guards. His talent and investigative abilities were top-notch within the Imperial Guards.

He also had quite a few talented and extraordinary people under his command.

"He Xiaomei?"

After considering it for a moment, Baihu slowly shook his head and looked at Qinglong: "Although that world is not entirely unknown, there are definitely many hidden old monsters and experts. If you encounter an old monster, you are likely to be wiped out."

"To be on the safe side, boss, why don't you personally lead the team on this trip?"

Li Gexiao is very capable, and the Embroidered Uniform Guard is not lacking in various skilled and talented people who gather intelligence. However, in terms of professionalism, all the high-ranking members of the Embroidered Uniform Guard present, including all the Embroidered Uniform Guards within the Northern Garrison, are definitely not as good as Commander Qinglong in terms of intelligence.

Baihu's suggestion also stirred the hearts of everyone present, who began to ponder it.

"I'll lead the team myself?"

"That's a really good idea."

In any case, he has been temporarily removed from his position as commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard. If he can redeem himself through meritorious service, he might be able to return to the position of commander. Qinglong would naturally be more than happy to do so.

Several high-ranking members of the Embroidered Uniform Guard who were feeling nervous, including Li Gexiao and Zhuque, breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

(End of this chapter)