Under One Person: Dressed as Lü Liang, with vests all over

Chapter 174 Lü Liang: I Want to Be the Chairman of NaDuTong?

"almost."

Lü Liang gave a concise answer.

"Brother Lü, since we're about to set off anyway, why don't you tell me about that person first?"

Zhang Chulan moved closer to Lü Liang, his eyes filled with curiosity, and asked:

“I saw it on the list that Grandpa Lu Jin took out before. Among the people who became sworn brothers with Wugensheng back then, two of them came from the Tang Clan.”

"One is named Dong Chang, the other Xu Xin, Brother Lü, could the one who is still alive be one of these two?"

“You’ll find out if you go and see it.”

Lü Liang didn't say much, just smiled and casually replied.

"Old Lu, Old Zhang, you're too optimistic. I think this trip to the Tang Clan might not be easy."

Wang Ye, while tightening the screws on his thermos, said something.

"Old Wang, what do you mean?" Zhang Chulan immediately asked.

Wang Ye frowned slightly as he recalled:
“I visited many sects a while ago and have gained some understanding of their architectural layout and defenses.”

"Among these sects, the strongest in terms of strength may not be the Tang Sect."

"But in terms of the strength of defense, the Tang Clan is definitely far ahead!"

At this point, Wang Ye looked at Zhang Chulan and asked:

"Old Zhang, didn't you fight Tang Wenlong of the Tang Clan at the last Luo Tian Grand Ceremony? You should have some understanding of the Tang Clan's methods, right?"

Zhang Chulan nodded. "Poison and hidden weapons are their specialties. In addition, their unique movement techniques are also very strong."

Wang Ye nodded. "That's exactly right."

"It is said that the Tang Clan has both mechanics and weapon refiners, and there are all kinds of small mechanisms throughout the sect."

"Moreover, the people of the Tang Clan are extremely skilled at tracking and hiding. When I went to visit their sect leader, Tang Miaoxing, I sensed no fewer than five pairs of eyes watching me on the short walk to the principal's office."

"This is only the number I can perceive within the Qimen Dunjia chart after I opened it. I estimate that there will be even more outside the chart."

"Furthermore, since the Tang Clan can hide someone for so many years without the outside world knowing, the place where they are hidden must be extremely secluded and heavily guarded."

"It would be quite difficult to infiltrate the Tang Clan directly and meet the living Thirty-Six Thieves."

……

After listening to Wang Ye's analysis, Zhang Chulan's expression became more serious.

He raised his hand and touched his chin, sighing, "That is a problem."

“With Bao’er’s abilities, it wouldn’t be difficult for her to sneak in unnoticed, but Bao’er isn’t good at communication, so I’ll definitely have to go with her.”

At this point, Zhang Chulan looked up at Lü Liang and said:

"How about you help me disguise myself, Brother Lü? I'll go in disguise as a Tang Clan disciple, but... a regular Tang Clan disciple might not be able to make contact with that person..."

Just as Zhang Chulan and Wang Ye began to frown and ponder deeply.

Lü Liang chuckled and said:

"Who said we had to sneak in? Isn't it better to go in openly and honestly?"

Lu Liang looked at Zhang Chulan, shrugged slightly, and suggested with a smile:
“Zhang Chulan, your grandfather appeared in the Tang Sect before his accident, so the company must have relevant information.”

"You found the information, and then you want to go and check out the Tang Sect. Isn't that perfectly reasonable?"

"Moreover, perhaps the Tang Clan really does know about your grandfather."

"It makes sense!"

Zhang Chulan immediately realized what was going on. He excitedly slapped his thigh, his eyes darting around as he quickly came up with his explanation.

"I will use this reason to make a request to the Tang Clan. I believe the Tang Clan leader will understand my longing for my grandfather."

"Hehe... Once we get in, we'll try to stay for a few days. That will give us more room to maneuver."

Wang Ye watched as Lü Liang and Zhang Chulan sang in unison, and the corner of his mouth twitched involuntarily.

Sure enough, thick skin is a talent that he can't learn.

……

Seeing Wang Ye's indescribable expression, Zhang Chulan didn't mind at all. Instead, he enthusiastically put his arm around Wang Ye's shoulder and said with a grin:
"Hey Lao Wang, when did you visit all the major sects? What did you gain? Share it with me, brother!"

"Go! Go! Go."

Wang Ye pushed Zhang Chulan's hand away with disdain, then stood up, crossed his arms, and looked at Zhang Chulan with a mocking tone:
"Hey, Lao Zhang, you actually have the nerve to ask?"

"What were you looking at on Lao Lü's phone just now? Ha! You were covering the screen with your hand while you were looking at it, like you were guarding against me like I was a thief. Now you remember we're brothers? Bah!"

Hearing Wang Ye's complaint, Zhang Chulan scratched the back of his head sheepishly.

Just as he was about to start making up an excuse, Wang Ye continued:

"I know without you saying it that the information you traded with Lao Lü is related to Feng Baobao, right?"

"I've been interested in this for a long time. Why don't you tell me about it, Lao Zhang?"

Before Zhang Chulan could answer, white mist suddenly appeared out of thin air in the pavilion, quickly enveloping the entire pavilion.

Zhang Chulan was startled. He realized that Feng Baobao, who was sitting next to him, and Wang Ye, who was standing in front of him, had both disappeared.

Only Lü Liang remained leisurely sitting in his original spot, drinking tea.

"Brother Lü, do you know what's going on?" Zhang Chulan asked.

"It's just Old Wang's trick."

Lu Liang continued to sip his tea slowly and said, "Old Wang probably wants to talk to Feng Baobao. As for what to talk about, haven't you already guessed it?"

A look of "I knew it" flashed in Zhang Chulan's eyes, but it quickly turned into a conflicted expression.

Before he could make up his mind, the white mist suddenly dissipated, and Wang Ye and Feng Baobao's figures reappeared.

Wang Ye's sarcastic comment followed immediately:

"Zhang Chulan, you're pretty good at teaching!"

He pointed speechlessly at Feng Baobao, who had an innocent look in her eyes, and said, "This woman is really something, she's like a knife stuck in your heart, she won't say anything no matter what you ask."

"No matter what they ask, they always just brush me off with 'The teacher told me not to say,' and they won't even tell me who the teacher is..."

At this point, Wang Ye glanced in Lü Liang's direction, and then looked back at Zhang Chulan.

"Judging from Lao Lü's attitude, he clearly knew something all along. Lao Zhang, so you were just keeping it from me, weren't you?"

Listening to Wang Ye's series of complaints, Zhang Chulan stood still, his hands hanging at his sides unconsciously clenching, his eyes flashing.

"What's wrong?" Wang Ye noticed that Zhang Chulan was acting strangely and asked.

"Ha, it's nothing."

Zhang Chulan raised his hand and touched the back of his head. His tense shoulders gradually relaxed, and his conflicted gaze slowly became firm.

He lowered his right hand and placed his left hand over his chest.

"When I encounter a change that affects my mood, I will stop and observe myself first. I have always been like this."

"I knew this day would come sooner or later. I can't be sure who the person who came to question us is, nor can I be sure whether this day will be a blessing or a curse for Bao'er."

Zhang Chulan slowly raised his eyes and looked directly at Wang Ye:

"You know, Lao Wang, I'm like a prisoner waiting for the verdict, I just can't stop thinking about it."

"And when that day actually came, I was actually a little reluctant, but I also felt a huge sense of relief."

He lowered his hand from his chest, a smile appearing on his face.

"I was surprised that my heartbeat recovered so quickly."

"What exactly are you trying to say?" Wang Ye looked at Zhang Chulan warily. "I have a feeling I'm about to be tricked..."

“It’s very simple. If it’s you, Lao Wang…” Zhang Chulan said, taking a step forward, “If you really want to know…”

"Yes, I can tell you everything about Bao'er!"

At this point, Zhang Chulan looked directly at Wang Ye and asked in a serious tone:

"Old Wang, why are you investigating what happened back then?"

“I have performed divination several times, and the results all indicate that great chaos is coming, and this chaos is related to the events of Jia Shen year. The source of the trouble lies among the people present.”

As Wang Ye answered, his gaze quickly swept over Lü Liang and Feng Baobao, and he continued to sigh:

"Although sorcerers should avoid misfortune and follow the trend, if they blindly go with the flow and are bound by the laws of nature, then what is the point of trying to understand them?"

"So I want to find out what happened back then, and if there is any major chaos again, I hope I can do something about it."

After hearing Wang Ye's answer, Zhang Chulan nodded slightly, then pointed to Feng Baobao, who was picking up some snacks from the stone table and stuffing them into her mouth.

"Old Wang, I'm not as great as you. All I want to do is help Sister Bao'er find out about her past."

"We just want this little bit..."

"Old Wang, once you get to know Bao'er better, you'll realize just how powerful she is, and how weak she is."

"She can learn anything, but she just can't learn how to be a person."

At this point, Zhang Chulan looked at Feng Baobao and said:

“Sister Bao’er, you can tell them anything about your past.”

"Do you remember everything I did for you before?"

Feng Baobao nodded seriously.

"That's good." Zhang Chulan shrugged, as if an invisible weight had been lifted from his shoulders.

He smiled as he looked at Wang Ye and Lü Liang.

"For the next half hour, feel free to ask Bao'er any questions you may have."

"With your methods, it shouldn't be difficult to prevent others from eavesdropping."

"It's almost time. I should go find the advisor and ask about the thunder magic."

……

At this moment, in the residence of the Old Celestial Master.

Beside the low table, the Old Celestial Master and Zhang Lingyu sat facing each other across the table.

“Lingyu… This time, your master is letting you go down the mountain, but not under the name of Longhu Mountain. Do you blame your master?”

"How could this disciple blame Master..."

"Is it that you don't blame them, or that you're afraid to blame them?"

Upon hearing this question, Zhang Lingyu smiled and shook her head.

“Master, you were the one who took me in back then, you have done me a great favor.”

"Moreover, in terms of temperament, character, and cultivation, you are a mentor I can follow for the rest of my life!"

"Therefore, I will never blame Master for the decision you made."

Zhang Lingyu placed her hands neatly on her knees and said with utmost sincerity in her eyes:

“Master, as long as you don’t really intend to expel me from Longhu Mountain, I don’t care.” “Hehe, that’s hard to say. If you don’t change your temperament, my Celestial Master’s Mansion doesn’t need such an unstable disciple.” The old Celestial Master teased with a smile.

Zhang Lingyu was stunned again, "Master...this...I..."

"Hehe, you're a good kid in every way, except you're too serious!"

The old master waved his hand helplessly.

Zhang Lingyu then realized that the Celestial Master had just been joking.

He breathed a slight sigh of relief and then asked for advice:

"Master, is there anything you would like to tell me before I go down the mountain this time?"

"Advice?" The old master stroked his beard and said slowly, "Then let me give you a piece of advice: if you encounter a difficult decision, remember to consult your own heart."

"Ask your true self?" Zhang Lingyu fell into deep thought.

"Alright." The old master smiled and looked outside. "It's about time."

As soon as he finished speaking, a knock sounded at the door, and Zhang Chulan's enthusiastic voice rang out at the same time:
"Master! Have you finished your work here? Your grandson has come to ask you for guidance on thunder magic..."

……

Two days later.

In the office of the head of the operations department at the headquarters of NaDuTong Company in Beijing.

Bi Youlong looked up at his subordinate who had come to report, frowned, and asked in return:

"What did you just say? Zhang Lingyu was expelled from Longhu Mountain?"

The subordinate nodded: "Yes, that's what the intelligence we received showed."

"What happened on Longhu Mountain?" Bi Youlong frowned even more and asked in return.

"I don't know." The subordinate shook his head. "The old Celestial Master is too powerful. In order to avoid offending the old Celestial Master, we did not plant any spies in Longhu Mountain."

"The news from the branch outside the mountain is that Zhang Lingyu and Zhang Chulan came down the mountain together, but they separated shortly after they came down."

“Zhang Chulan…” Bi Youlong’s face showed a thoughtful expression, and he asked again:
"What is the Old Master's attitude towards this matter?"

"The old Celestial Master said that Zhang Lingyu's actions after that at the foot of the mountain had nothing to do with the Celestial Master's Mansion."

"Irrelevant? Hmph! Easier said than done."

“What Zhang Lingyu did has nothing to do with the Celestial Master’s Mansion, but what if someone hurt Zhang Lingyu? Did the Old Celestial Master say that he would never go down the mountain?”

"No, they didn't say that."

Upon hearing this answer, Bi Youlong raised his hand and pinched his brow.

A moment later, he raised his head again, his face clouded with gloom.

"Hmph! Why are all young people these days so troublesome? Lu Liang's matter hasn't been resolved yet, and now Zhang Lingyu is causing trouble again."

"I'm not worried about what Zhang Lingyu does, but I'm afraid some foolish force might mess with Zhang Lingyu and cause the Celestial Master to come down the mountain. That would be a huge problem!"

Upon hearing Bi Youlong's words, the person reporting next to him looked hesitant and unsure what to say.

"What else?"

Bi Youlong looked at his subordinate and asked impatiently.

The subordinate lowered his voice and answered cautiously:

"This Zhang Lingyu... seems to be with Lü Liang right now..."

"What? Zhang Lingyu is hanging out with Lü Liang?"

Bi Youlong slammed his hand on the table and stood up abruptly.

He placed his hands on the table, his gaze fixed on his subordinate, and asked:
Did they have any prior connection?

"Intersection...it seems there isn't any. During the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony, when Lü Liang was disguised as Lin Yin, he might have spoken to Zhang Lingyu, but they probably didn't have a close relationship."

"Well... anyway, they're all together now, and it seems like Wang Ye, the one who was expelled from Wudang, is also there..."

"What did Zhang Chulan say about this matter?"

Bi Youlong countered with a question.

"Zhang Chulan is with Chairman Zhao right now; we haven't had a chance to ask him yet," the subordinate replied.

"Then go wait at Chairman Zhao's place now, and bring Zhang Chulan over later. I want to ask him about it in person!"

Bi Youlong pondered for a moment and said, "Perhaps something has happened at Longhu Mountain recently that we don't know about..."

……

Upon hearing the order, the subordinate did not leave immediately, but instead handed over his phone.

"Chairman Bi, there's one more thing. Do you think we should try to control this public opinion first?"

"Public opinion? What public opinion?"

"It's about what I just mentioned. Everyone on the 'Xiaji Bar Chat' forum is talking about it right now!"

Bi Youlong took the phone and his eyes fell on the screen.

Three trending posts were displayed at the top of the forum homepage:

[Hot] How should we view Zhang Lingyu and Quanxing Contact? Let's analyze it!
[Hot] Dramatic changes at the Celestial Master's Mansion: Zhang Lingyu is expelled from the mountain; the shameless one may become the biggest winner!

[Hot] The 3rd Annual Goddess of the Extraordinary World Contest has begun! Come and cast your precious vote!

……

Bi Youlong clicked on the first post without hesitation.

[Hot] How should we view Zhang Lingyu and Quanxing Contact? Let's analyze it!
The poster's ID is "Guatian Zhangmenren".

Bi Youlong's gaze shifted downwards, quickly scanning the content of the post.

[Gossip Master: A top disciple of the Celestial Master's Mansion is actually involved with the Quanxing Sect? This is a big scoop! Does anyone have inside information to share?]

The post only has a short sentence, but the comments below are very lively.

Bi Youlong's gaze first fell on a highly upvoted reply—

[Just got off the plane: Thank you for the invitation. Let me tell you my story about Zhang Lingyu. I was fortunate enough to have some contact with Zhang Lingyu.]

To answer this question, we must first try to understand Zhang Lingyu as a person. I think I am qualified to do so. In my opinion, there must be a reason why Zhang Lingyu stayed with the Quanxing people.

I'll just say a few words about this, and you'll understand.

In short, this is the current situation. Everyone can see the details. I just want to say that those who understand understand, and those who don't don't need further explanation. After all, it's enough for you to know for yourself. Think about it carefully!

"What kind of nonsense is this!"

Bi Youlong frowned, muttered a speechless complaint, and then continued to swipe down on the screen with his finger.

[I've gotten so fat all this time, and it's all for you: Brothers, I'm back again. Let me share my analysis.]

[Can't come up with a name: It's Fat Boss! Grab a stool and listen up]

[I've gotten so fat all this time, it's all for you: I think to analyze this issue, we need to clarify a premise first—whether Zhang Lingyu is colluding with Quanxing or has contact with someone from within it.]

I personally lean towards the latter, and I already have some guesses about that person... It all started when Master Tian's crippled limbs were suddenly healed...

In addition, after analyzing recent forum posts about Quanxing, I discovered something: Lü Liang, the acting leader of Quanxing, seems to have been missing for a long time...

In conclusion, I reasonably suspect that this matter is related to Lü Liang of the Quanxing sect. What do you all think?

[Free as the Wind: This analysis is quite interesting!]

[Guatian Master: As expected of the Boss Fatty! Your analysis is still so insightful! Hey, let me ask you a different question. What do you all think of Lü Liang? I have a feeling he has more ulterior motives than he seems.]

[Zhang Zhang Zhang Li: It's very simple! Lü Liang! My benefactor!!]

[For those who love a good laugh: Pshaw! How come that guy's leg hair runs so fast?! If you ask me, for a scion of a prestigious family to be entangled with the Quanxing sect is simply a sign of moral decay and a distortion of values!]

[Piaomiao Xinghen: Brother Lü is awesome! I remember last time he stood up the Ten Elders in the Qinling Mountains, and then he took down the Yaoxing Society. How long has it been, and now he's involved with the Celestial Master's Mansion again? A master of time management!]

[Taking off sunglasses: This has nothing to do with the Celestial Master's Mansion, right...? Didn't the Old Celestial Master already say so...?]

【Today is auspicious for everything: I do know some inside information about this matter.】

Possessing extraordinary abilities, having close ties with righteous disciples, and able to command the Quanxing sect's demonic members to act in unison... this is practically a carbon copy of Wugensheng, therefore, that person's purpose must be related to the Jia Shen Rebellion.

Upon seeing this, Bi Youlong let out a sneer and commented:
"This person's assessment is quite insightful!"

"Let's leave this post here. It's good to let others know how dangerous Lü Liang is. It's a good opportunity to let public opinion ferment so that we won't have any mess with the Lü family later."

As he spoke, Bi Youlong handed the phone back.

To his surprise, the subordinate did not reach out to take it, but said with a complicated expression, "Chairman Bi, why don't you read a couple more lines?"

Bi Youlong quickly dragged the screen, but his finger soon stopped, and his pupils contracted.

One comment had an unusually high number of likes:

Effort is insignificant in the face of talent: First, let me state my conclusion: Lü Liang's goal is to become the chairman of Nadutong. I have three pieces of evidence for this:

1. The chairman of Nadutong manages a group of people, and Lü Liang also manages a group of people.
2. The chairman of Na Du Tong's wish is to make all the sects obedient, and Lü Liang's wish is also to make all the sects obedient.
3. The chairman of Nadutong likes to recruit young people, and Lü Liang also likes to recruit young people.
Therefore, I reasonably suspect that Lü Liang's real goal is to become the chairman of NaDuTong! [doge][doge][doge]
[Stopping You: Are you a genius?!]

[Zhang Zhang Zhang Li: It's all connected! Everything is connected!]

[Taking off sunglasses: Discharged from the hospital!]

[Do Not Disturb Living People: I Support!]

This post has been blocked.

Bi Youlong turned off his phone screen.

His expression was serious as he looked up at his subordinates waiting to the side.

"From now on, these kinds of posts should be blocked as soon as possible."

"Also, go wait outside President Zhao's office. Once Zhang Chulan comes out, bring him here immediately."

"Okay, Mr. Bi."

Even after his subordinate pushed the door open and left, Bi Youlong's tightly furrowed brows did not relax.

……

Meanwhile, on another part of the world, someone else is browsing the forum.

In a villa on the outskirts of Edo City, Japan.

Qu Tong, dressed in a loose red silk bathrobe, leaned lazily against the sofa with her legs crossed.

Her finger slid lightly across the phone screen, a half-smile playing on her lips.

"Knock knock!"

There was a knock on the door outside.

"Come in."

A short-haired young woman in a suit walked in, stood next to Qu Tong, and reported with her head slightly lowered.

"President, the Fish and Dragon Society has agreed to our request."

"In addition, Ishikawa Shin said he was very grateful to us for informing him of the Demon Blade, and they will set off immediately for the Tang Sect!"

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