Immortal Dynasty Hounds

Chapter 93 Parents' Connections, Nine Clans' Influence

The second prince had a nightmare.

In the dream, four people whose faces I couldn't see rushed at me, shouting slogans like "nine generations" and "bonds and ties."

He dismembered himself.

Even after waking up from the dream, the second prince was still terrified.

"What you think about during the day, you dream about at night. Now that I'm in trouble, I'm sure someone will take advantage of my misfortune."

"Crown Prince, Third Prince, Consort Xian, and Wenxi, is it the four of you?"

"It should be. In my dream, there were two men and two women. If something happens to me, they will definitely take advantage of my misfortune."

"Fortunately, my ancestors protected me and warned me in my dream."

The second prince realized that his inexplicable imprisonment had revealed a fatal flaw.

Those who are always keeping a close eye on their rivals will never miss such an opportunity.

But he also felt that destiny was in his own hands.

"It is said that before my father ascended the throne, he had a dream in which someone was trying to poison him. That is why my father was able to avoid it in advance and later launched a coup to successfully take the throne."

"Those with the bloodline of a true dragon possess supernatural powers. If they encounter great calamity, the true dragon emperor will often have a premonition."

"This is the Holy Ancestor protecting me. There is always a way out. There must be a solution."

“Zeng Ningbing, the problem lies with her. First, we need to find a way to prove that Zeng Ningbing is my sister. Only by proving Zeng Ningbing and Elder Zeng’s identities can I avoid being associated with Qianmian and explain the situation between Jiangzhou and the Golden Scale Alliance. I only want to avenge my sister, not to do anything big in Jiangzhou.”

Although the news did not reach the capital, the Second Prince was still alerted in prison. His Majesty was furious and had already sent Eunuch Wang to Jiangzhou.

Upon receiving this news, the Second Prince knew that all the achievements he had made in the first half of his life were completely ruined.

All his plans in Jiangzhou have gone down the drain, and he probably can't clear his name even if he jumps into Guanting Lake.

But even if you can't wash it off, you still have to try.

If he, the second prince, didn't secretly recruit followers and form cliques for personal gain, what kind of second prince would he be?

What's so strange about these things?

What's so strange about a prince colluding with a demonic cult?

The second prince knew that his biggest mistake was simply because he was not the emperor.

"If I become a holy emperor in the future..."

The second prince's gaze gradually hardened.

……

Lian Shanxin's eyes gradually widened in shock.

Seeing Lian Shan Jingcheng carrying He Miaojun on his back and secretly handing him a bag of gold leaves, Lian Shanxin's understanding of Lian Shan Jingcheng was once again refreshed.

"Dad, tell me honestly, how much money have you been hiding? I always thought our family was very poor, and that all the money was spent on my martial arts training and my mother buying medicine."

Lian Shan Jingcheng explained, "This is the last sum. I would never have taken it out if you hadn't insisted on going to the capital. It's better to have plenty of money when traveling to the capital. Besides, living in the capital is not easy."

Lian Shanxin returned home and told He Miaojun and Lianshan Jingcheng about his trip to Shenjing City.

He Miaojun is very unhappy and is still sulking in her room.

Lian Shanjingcheng secretly slipped him a packet of gold leaves.

Lian Shanxin felt five parts moved, but ninety-five parts doubtful: "Is this really the last stroke?"

"When have I ever lied to you?"

"That's a lot, Dad! How did you save up all this money?"

"Speaking of which, I have to thank you. Ever since you gave me the idea to sell aphrodisiacs, our house has been packed with customers. Later, I made a name for myself in Jiangzhou, and some wealthy businessmen paid high prices to have me treat their illnesses. They specifically asked me not to reveal their names, and for that, they gave me a large sum of hush money."

At this point, Lian Shan Jingcheng sighed, "Xiao Xin, you should take them as a warning. They didn't know how to restrain themselves when they were young, so they gave their father large sums of money when they were middle-aged."

"That's certainly a big investment."

Two packets of gold leaves—Lian Shan Jingcheng's private stash of money far exceeded Lian Shan Xin's imagination.

"Dad, why are you hiding so much money?" Lian Shanxin questioned on behalf of his mother.

Lian Shan Jingcheng said solemnly, "I promised those wealthy merchants that I wouldn't reveal their names or their hidden illnesses. If I give this money to your mother, she will definitely ask where it came from. Besides, the money is in my hands and can be used when you two need it. If your mother has it, she probably won't be willing to buy medicine for herself and will only save it for you."

"Then why are you giving it all to me now?"

Lian Shanjingcheng explained wearily, "Thanks to your great fortune, Chairman Qu's medicinal herb business is now all mine. Our family is not short of money, so why would I need to hide any money? Do you want it or not? Why are you asking so many questions?"

"Yes, of course."

Although Lian Shanxin was not short of money, he still kept all of his father's private savings.

After all, he had only been a member of Jiutian for a short time when he made a fortune from Chairman Qu, and he hadn't had a chance to make a second fortune yet.

These past two days, he, Zhang Aniu, and Eunuch Wang have joined forces to sweep through the officialdom and martial arts world of Jiangzhou, and they have reaped considerable rewards. Unfortunately, the rewards belong to Zhang Aniu and Eunuch Wang.

These prospective young masters, who haven't yet taken their positions, haven't even had a taste of the soup.

Because of the short time, the property and supplies have not yet been inventoried.

This was partly the reason why Zhang Aniu stayed in Jiangzhou.

"Xiao Xin, you must be careful with your words and actions when you go to Shenjing City this time," Lian Shan Jingcheng instructed. "In Jiangzhou, you joined Jiutian and may be able to act with impunity. But Shenjing City is full of hidden talents, and Jiutian may not be able to protect you from harm. You must be kind to everyone."

Lian Shanxin nodded firmly: "Father, don't worry, I'll be right back this time. I shouldn't stay in Shenjing City for too long. When I'm really strong enough to establish myself in Shenjing City, I'll bring you and Mother over to enjoy a comfortable life."

"There's no need for that. Your mother and I are used to Jiangzhou. It's not necessarily more comfortable to stay in the capital than in Jiangzhou."

Lian Shanjingcheng didn't really want to move.

He pondered for a moment, then took out a tiger-shaped jade pendant.

"Xiao Xin, keep this jade tiger."

Lian Shanxin took the jade tiger, examined it carefully, and his eyes lit up instantly: "Father, this seems to be real."

"It must be true."

"That must cost a lot of money, right?"

“This is not something that can be bought with money. I’m not giving you this jade tiger to exchange for money, but to save your life in a critical moment.” Lian Shan Jingcheng said in a deep voice, “This is General Fuhu’s token.”

"General Fuhu?"

Lian Shanxin recalled for a moment and suddenly remembered: "The one who previously served in Jiangzhou and was later transferred to Shenjing City."

Not all the people of Jiangzhou know about the local officials, but many who are interested in politics do know the top two leaders in the area.

The same applies to Lianshanxin.

General Cao Fuhu, who had been the second-in-command of Jiangzhou and the head of the Jiangzhou military for several years, had only a so-so relationship with the governor of Jiangzhou.

Popular rumor has it that Governor Jiang defeated General Fuhu and drove him away.

Based on Lianshanxin's current understanding of the fighting capabilities of the Dayu civil official group, this rumor is very likely true.

"Father, do you know General Fuhu?" Lian Shanxin asked, somewhat shocked.

I've never heard Lian Shanjingcheng mention this before.

Lian Shan Jingcheng said in a low voice, "Thanks to you, General Fuhu also came to me privately for a medical consultation."

Lian Shanxin was even more shocked: "General Fuhu is a martial arts master, right? Even he can't do it? Doesn't he train that part of his body?"

Lian Shan Jingcheng pointed out, "Xiao Xin, after I started selling aphrodisiacs, I discovered that there are far more middle-aged men with impotence in that area than I thought. Now I'm used to it."

Lianshanxin: "..."

"Fortunately, I really can cure this disease."

Lian Shan Jingcheng said with some pride, "After I cured General Fuhu, he gave me a tiger-shaped jade pendant, saying he owed me a favor. If I ever need his help, I can bring this jade tiger to his door. General Fuhu has a great reputation, so his promise should be useful. Xiaoxin, I'll give you this jade tiger. If you really can't help, then go to General Fuhu for help."

"Is General Fuhu currently in Shenjing City?"

"Yes, he was transferred to the Longxiang Army stationed in the capital city, and he is now the deputy commander of the Longxiang Army. With his position, he should be able to help you."

Lian Shanxin felt a warmth in his heart.

My father is still very capable.

They pulled out all their hidden connections.

"Don't tell your mother about this," Lian Shan Jingcheng warned. "General Fu Hu definitely doesn't want more people to know about this. If your mother finds out, it will be a disaster, not a blessing."

"I see."

Actually, he shouldn't have known at all.

Lian Shanjingcheng had kept it well hidden before.

However, since his son was going to the capital, no matter how important the secrecy he promised his friend was, he had to give way to his son's safety. "Father, no matter how many godfathers I have outside, you will always be my biological father."

Lian Shanxin's expression of filial piety was met with disdain from Lian Shanxin Jingcheng: "Go and see your mother. You haven't left her for the past eighteen years. This sudden trip to the capital city has made her very upset."

"it is good."

Lian Shanxin put the jade tiger away and then went to He Miaojun's bedroom.

I noticed that my mother wasn't crying; instead, she was rummaging through things.

"Mother, what are you looking for?"

He Miaojun turned around, glared at Lian Shanxin, and then continued searching.

After a moment, He Miaojun spoke: "Found it."

Lian Shanxin saw that He Miaojun had taken out a letter.

He Miaojun handed the letter to Lian Shanxin: "Take it, keep it safe."

Lian Shan took the letter and looked at the signature on the envelope:

Lady Miaoyin.

"Lady Miaoyin? Who is that?" Lian Shanxin asked curiously.

This was the first time he had ever heard of this name.

He Miaojun sighed softly, "This is my best friend from when I was still unmarried, a true confidante. She is currently in the capital. If you encounter any trouble in the capital, you can seek her help. If she still remembers our past friendship, she should lend you a hand."

Lian Shanxin felt a warmth in his heart once again.

Although neither his father nor his mother wanted him to leave Jiangzhou, they both supported him in their own ways.

"Mom, I'm fine, don't worry. If something really happened to me, even your good sister probably couldn't help me."

After all, the crimes committed by one's own family are serious matters that could lead to the extermination of nine generations of one's clan.

Lian Shanxin did not want to easily implicate those who were not from the nine clans.

“Don’t underestimate her; she is one of the most powerful Wind Chasing Pavilion Masters in Shenjing City,” He Miaojun said.

Lian Shanxi's mind skipped a beat: "The Master of the Chasing Wind Pavilion? Lady Miaoyin is in the business of the Chasing Wind Pavilion?"

"Yes, when it comes to intelligence gathering, the Chasing Wind Pavilion is second to none. Not to mention, every large Chasing Wind Pavilion spans both the legitimate and criminal worlds. The Myriad Sound Pavilion she founded is now one of the largest Chasing Wind Pavilions in the capital city. If you only encounter minor troubles in the capital city, don't go to her. If you encounter troubles that you can't solve on your own, then try to contact her. I haven't seen her for many years, and I'm not entirely sure if our old friends have changed beyond recognition, but there shouldn't be any problems."

Lian Shanxin nodded silently.

Zhuifenglou is an intermediary platform specializing in intelligence trading.

The presence of countless warriors during the reign of Yu the Great made governing the country far more difficult for the imperial court than for ordinary feudal dynasties.

There are actually quite a few people who use their martial arts skills to break the law, killing and setting fires everywhere because of their superior martial arts skills.

They couldn't fight against the imperial army, but the imperial army couldn't possibly focus its energy on these petty thieves.

Even Jiutian, they generally only take action in major cases.

However, many local government offices are unable to deal with these martial arts masters who commit crimes, so they often have to rely on the help of martial arts experts. For this purpose, the government offices offer substantial rewards.

Many martial arts heroes were unwilling to deal directly with the government, but they needed money to make a living and wanted the imperial court's rewards, so they accepted the imperial court's bounties.

Thus, the Chasing Wind Pavilion came into being—connecting the imperial court on one hand and martial arts masters on the other. The Chasing Wind Pavilion was responsible for providing intelligence, negotiating prices between the martial arts masters and the imperial court, and helping the imperial court find martial arts masters to accept bounties as quickly as possible.

Of course, Zhuifenglou takes a cut during this process.

This is a very good business model, and it fits the national condition where warriors of Yu the Great were everywhere.

Lian Shanxin was new to the martial arts world and had not yet come into contact with Zhuifenglou, but he was naturally aware of its existence.

He just didn't expect that He Miaojun would have a sister who ran the Chasing Wind Pavilion.

Moreover, judging from He Miaojun's words, Miaoyin Niangzi's Zhuifeng Tower business is very large.

"Mother, how could you have such a good sister?"

"We've known each other since childhood, but we lost contact after our family fell on hard times. But the name of Lady Miaoyin is well-known in Jiangzhou, and we even have a branch of Miaoyin Workshop in Jiangzhou. It was because she opened a branch in Jiangzhou that we reconnected."

Lian Shanxin blinked.

"Her letter invited me to stay in the capital for a while, but I was unwell before, so I couldn't go."

"It seems that you and she have a very good relationship. She has already built one of the largest Zhuifeng Towers in Shenjing City, yet she still hasn't forgotten her old friendship," Lian Shanxin said with emotion.

He Miaojun nodded: "We used to be very close friends. I helped her before, and she has helped me a lot over the years. By the way, Xiaoxin, don't tell your father about Miaoyin's matter."

"Why? Is there anything shameful about Lady Miaoyin?" Lian Shanxin asked, puzzled.

Lian Shanxin could understand why Lian Shanjingcheng concealed the patient's connections. If someone like General Fuhu had a hidden illness, he might really be killed to silence him if it were exposed.

However, Chasing Wind Tower is more like a brokerage firm in the world of martial arts, and it can live in the open.

He Miaojun explained, "Do you think that Huichuntang's business has been getting better and better in recent years simply because your father listened to your idea to sell 'Huichun Pills'?"

Lian Shanxi suddenly realized something: "Mother, are you having Lady Miaoyin introduce clients to Father?"

“Yes, Miaoyin’s intelligence is impressive. I asked her to introduce many patients to your father. But your father may not say it outwardly, but he is very proud. He always thought that he supported our family with his medical skills, and I have always admired his medical skills. Xiaoxin, today I will teach you a lesson. Even between husband and wife, there is a need for mutual respect and love. You must learn to save face for each other.”

Lian Shanxin was convinced: "Mother, you really have a knack for managing your husband. No wonder our family is so harmonious. It's all thanks to you."

"Of course, I have your father completely under my control, but unfortunately you are disobedient." He Miaojun sighed softly, "Although I am skilled at managing my husband, I am unskilled at raising my son."

Lian Shanxin coughed lightly and argued, "Mother, I went to the capital to help you get a title of Lady of the Imperial Decree. There was no danger."

"Of course it's dangerous! How old are you? What situation could you possibly control?"

He Miaojun complained, "Xiao Xin, did you foresee the changes that have taken place in Jiangzhou these past two days?"

"No……"

"The situation in the capital is definitely ten times more complex than in Jiangzhou. History books clearly state that the area under the emperor's nose has always been the most fiercely contested place. I introduced you to Miaoyin to give you a way out. You can only enjoy wealth and honor if you're alive, do you understand?"

Lian Shanxin could tell that He Miaojun was still subtly advising him that instead of striving for the top, he should just give up and settle down.

But he has just learned a lesson.

In this respect, I certainly cannot agree with He Miaojun's viewpoint.

So he used reverse psychology: "Mom, have you ever heard the saying..."

"what?"

"The mother was weak and went out to be a merchant, the father was strong and became a vice minister. The family's reputation remained in their ancestral home, but the family was poor and went to another place."

He Miaojun: "..."

"In the end, it's because you and Father didn't work hard enough. Otherwise, I would also like to stay in our hometown and serve as a vice minister," Lian Shanxin said sincerely.

He Miaojun pointed to the door and said, "Get out of here."

"okay."

Lian Shanxin took Miaoyin Niangzi's letter and rolled away in a flash.

He Miaojun was left speechless with anger.

After leaving Huichuntang, Lian Shanxin looked back and a strange feeling welled up in his heart again.

"My parents must have a very good relationship, and they both care about each other... How come they can keep things so secret?"

"They even kept it from me, the number one detective in Jiangzhou. If it weren't for this trip to the capital, I wouldn't have known that my parents had such connections."

Life is truly full of surprises.

Your nine clans started ranking up.

Lian Shanxin also began to look forward to the nine clans of his other three friends.

Second brother, how can you possibly defeat the combined strength of all thirty-six clans if you try all by yourself?

……

The fourth day of Emperor Yongchang's thousand faces.

Lian Shanxin boarded a plane bound for the capital city, soaring straight into the heavens.

From mid-air, Lianshanxin looked down upon the city surrounded by three rivers, painting a magnificent picture of "the essence of the world's landscape." Clouds and mist danced with the blue waves, and humanity and nature resonated in harmony. The stories hidden in the mountain paths and lake bays, the memories etched in the bricks and alleys, all surged into his heart at once.

He had lived here for eighteen years, after all.

He hasn't completely conquered this place yet.

The top two supporters acted so outrageously that they disrupted his life plans.

Thinking of this, Lian Shanxin said in a deep voice, "I will definitely come back!"

(End of this chapter)