The Human Emperor (200-400)

C277: Wang Chong's Goal!

Deep killing intent surfaced in Zhangchou Jianqiong's eyes. At this moment, grim expressions appeared even on Wang Chong and Wang Gen's faces.

His declaration represented that he was no longer that man who was leisurely chatting on the banquet previously; at this moment, he was the great Southern Protector-General who protected the southwest border of the empire, one of the most powerful men in this empire!

Smelling the strong stench of blood in the air and hearing Zhangchou Jianqiong's words, Wang Chong finally understood why this esteemed Protector-General would choose to host a banquet here on the very first day of his arrival.

The news regarding King Sosurim couldn't possibly have bypassed Zhangchou Jianqiong's eyes and ears. He knew that his appearance would surely attract an assassination attempt by the Goguryeons.

So he did it intentionally.

The reason why he set up the banquet at the Ten Sun Tavern wasn't just so that he could borrow the yang energy from the ten Three-legged Crow.

The actions of this Southern Protector-General were much more domineering and intense than Wang Chong had expected.

Zhangchou Jianqiong intended to pave a way to the royal court through the blood of his enemies!

And the Goguryeons were the best target to do so.

But nevertheless, Wang Chong had no qualms regardless the other party's actions at all. How could a general on the battlefield possibly lack bloodthirst?

Which commander could possibly have hands that were free of blood?

Thinking so, Wang Chong suddenly filled his cup and lifted it up high."Allow me to propose a toast to Lord Zhangchou!"

"Hahaha, very well!"

Zhangchou Jianqiong was taken aback for a moment before laughing heartily. A slight commendation for the latter flashed across his eyes. How could the offspring of a clan of generals possibly lack boldness?

He had thought that the previous sight would leave this lad traumatized and distraught. Who knew that this fellow would actually be able to retain his composure perfectly, displaying a calm that was unlike that of his age?

"As expected of a son from a clan of generals. Wang gongzi, I'll accept your toast!" Zhangchou Jianqiong picked up his wine cup candidly and drank it in a single mouthful.

"Brother Jiexin, your nephew is indeed an incredible talent! He has courage, insight, and decisiveness. He will surely achieve great things in the future!" Zhangchou Jianqiong said as he turned to Wang Gen.

Even when faced with multiple assassins, Wang Gen's eyebrows didn't even twitch in the slightest. But hearing those words, Wang Gen couldn't help but feel a little agitated.

To be able to receive such compliments from one of the top figures in the military despite being just fifteen, this would help to build Wang Chong's credibility and pave the way for the progression of his career.

Unlike the matter regarding the regional commanders incident, a pure compliment affirming one's capabilities from one of the upper echelons of the military was rare.

Be it Zhangchou Jianqiong, Fumeng Lingcha, Go Seonji, Zhang Shougui, or generals of their tier, they were always sure to be very careful with their words.

It wasn't because they were narrow-minded, but because their words simply wielded exceptional influence, especially among military men.

As the saying goes, a bucket of spilled water cannot be recollected. Should they offer praise to someone and the other party's capability turn out to be contrary to expectations, it would affect their own prestige and the credibility of their words, as well!