360: Chapter 360 You think I, Song Jiang, would betray my brothers' interests?

At the Yunmeng Marsh Water Stronghold, Sheng Tao, who had originally left, returned once more.

He headed straight for Song Jiang's thatched hut.

Halfway there, he ran into Tie Niu.

“Brother Tao Sheng.”

Upon seeing him, Tie Niu called out to him.

“Tie Niu, I have business with Big Brother.”

Sheng Tao said, “Please stand guard outside and don't let anyone disturb my talk with Big Brother.”

“Alright.”

Tie Niu scratched his head and nodded honestly.

He stood guard at the door like a door god.

Sheng Tao lifted the curtain of the thatched hut and stepped inside.

Unlike the others who were squeezed five or six to a hut, Song Jiang lived in one alone.

The candle flame flickered, making a "crackling" sound.

The furnishings inside the hut were very simple, exuding a ruggedness and casualness characteristic of the outlaws.

Song Jiang was pondering how to better train his brothers' swimming skills and coordination to take the MVP for the number of Qin Army warships sunk, successfully defeat other competitors, and become the commander of the Water Ghost Camp.

He was a man from Shandong, and his desire to be an official came from the depths of his genes.

To become the commander of the Water Ghost Camp, he was willing to use any means necessary!

He, Song Jiang, must become an official, return home in glory, and enjoy the praise of the world!

“What is it?”

Song Jiang didn't seem to have noticed Sheng Tao's departure.

Compared to the strictly disciplined Qin Army, the Water Bandits of Yunmeng Marsh were lax and didn't take roll call.

Song Jiang's mind was entirely focused on winning the MVP for sinking Great Qin warships, so how could he have noticed Sheng Tao?

Previously, he had valued Sheng Tao quite highly, but like Tie Niu, Sheng Tao was not skilled in naval combat and couldn't help him win the position of Water Ghost Camp commander.

Sheng Tao's importance to him had significantly diminished.

However, due to the first impression of Sheng Tao killing four government officials, he still held Sheng Tao in high regard.

“Big Brother, I have come this time to discuss a matter of great importance.”

Sheng Tao performed a cupped-hand salute and spoke in a clear voice.

Seeing him being so formal, Song Jiang also became curious.

He sized him up and said, “Whatever it is, just speak plainly.”

Sheng Tao did not speak immediately.

He knew that if he were careless with his next words, he might be killed by Song Jiang.

But whether for the sake of Great Qin's war situation or to save Song Jiang's life, he had to say it.

After gritting his teeth, he finally made up his mind and said, “Big Brother, this time Great Qin has conscripted ten thousand warships and gathered fifty thousand Louchuan Soldiers to surround and suppress Yunmeng Marsh.”

“Though you can show temporary bravery, how can you contend with fifty thousand of Great Qin's Louchuan Soldiers?”

Song Jiang's brow was already furrowed, and upon hearing this, his expression grew even darker. He snorted coldly and said, “Stop boosting others' morale while undermining our own!”

“Big Brother!”

Sheng Tao did not back down. He took a step forward and continued, “It's not that I'm boosting others' morale. Look at Great Qin, gathering ten thousand warships, covering the sky and the earth as they come. Their weapons are advanced. If you insist on resisting, it will be like an egg striking a rock, only adding to the brothers' casualties!”

“Brother Tao Sheng.”

Song Jiang suddenly stood up, eyes wide with anger, and pointed at Sheng Tao, shouting, “Shut up! Since I started out, I have never feared anyone! To expect me to surrender is nothing but a fool's dream!”

“Big Brother...”

Just as Sheng Tao wanted to say something more, Song Jiang shouted loudly.

“Tao Sheng!”

“Do you think I won't kill you?!”

Song Jiang stared intently at Sheng Tao, threatening him in a tone full of killing intent.

The atmosphere in the hut was tense to the extreme, as if a single spark could trigger a violent conflict.

Tie Niu ran into the hut, his right hand gripping his weapon tightly, staring at Sheng Tao with an unfriendly gaze.

“Big Brother.”

Sheng Tao remained calm and composed, cupping his hands. “Please calm down first.”

He urged, “Surrender is not a disgrace, but a way to find a path to survival for the brothers.”

“Great Qin has always valued talent. If you and the brothers surrender, with your skills, you will surely secure an official position in the army. From then on, you can live a stable and prosperous life, no longer needing to live in fear every day, drifting without a home.”

Sheng Tao was truly considering Song Jiang's best interests.

“Hahaha, hahaha...”

Song Jiang threw his head back and let out a cold laugh. The laughter echoed in the hut, filled with endless mockery and disdain.

He slowly turned around, staring at Sheng Tao with eyes like torches.

“Hmph!”

Song Jiang snorted coldly.

He spoke in a voice as loud as a bell, “What kind of person do you think I, Song Jiang, am? Would I do such a thing as betraying my brothers in exchange for my own wealth and glory?”