389: Guo Feng takes charge of Qinwang City

“Ah? Grand Marshal Hua Wuzhao of the Great Qin Army?”

“He’s from the Imperial Capital, an Imperial Relative. He should be on the same side as Wind King, right?”

“He usually doesn’t interact much with crew. Could it be… he’s already reached an agreement with Qin Zheng?”

Everyone looked surprised.

In their view, everyone else could stand up and object, but people from the Imperial Capital like Grand Marshal Hua Wuzhao and Wind Yue couldn't!

Because everyone else was a local of Qin Wang City.

More or less, they all had some connection with the Qin King Mansion.

Guo Feng looked at the person and asked calmly, “Who is in the hall?”

“Your subject, Grand Marshal of the Great Qin Army, Grand Marshal Hua Wuzhao.”

Grand Marshal Hua Wuzhao bowed to Guo Feng, then said calmly, “Wind King, you mentioned temporarily taking over Qin Wang City? I learned that after you were conferred a king and granted a noble title, you temporarily had no fiefdom. This Qin Wang City is rich in resources and far from the Imperial Capital, giving it great autonomy.”

He chuckled, “Wind King, why don’t you write a letter to the Empress and ask for this Qin Wang City as your fiefdom, directly becoming the lord of this Qin Wang City territory?”

“Damn it…”

“So that’s what this guy meant?”

“What was that arrogant look all about?”

The originally surprised crowd almost spat out a mouthful of old blood when they heard this.

Putting on such a grand show.

It turned out to be a roundabout way of flattering and currying favor with Guo Feng!

“I also agree with Grand Marshal Hua’s meaning!”

At this moment, Wind Yue also refused to be outdone, quickly stood up, bowed to Guo Feng, and said, “Qin Wang City has a vast territory. Although it’s located on the border, it’s rich in special products and is a good fiefdom!”

“Heh.”

Guo Feng couldn’t help but smile upon hearing this. These two people were quite interesting.

They were both the two individuals who held real power in Qin Wang City.

Although many times, they were also constrained by Qin Zheng and faced passive resistance from their subordinates.

After all, they were outsiders.

But on the surface, their power was immense.

And it was directly granted by the Imperial Capital.

Therefore, their words at this moment, solidifying Guo Feng’s temporary position as the City Lord of Qin Wang City, held immense significance.

He chuckled, “My acceptance of the kingly title and noble rank is merely to suppress the rebel Duke Guo. As for the fiefdom, if the Empress wishes to bestow it, she will. If not, it’s not important.”

He waved his hand, saying a polite remark.

Then he added, “Alright, let’s not talk about writing a letter to request a fiefdom.”

He said seriously, “Grand Marshal Hua, since you’ve stepped forward, I’ll give you a task.”

“Please give your command, Wind King!”

Grand Marshal Hua Wuzhao remained calm, but in reality, he was overjoyed.

His intelligence was very well-informed.

Every day, he had people from the Imperial Capital send him flying sword messages, writing down important events happening in the Imperial Capital for him to read.

He was afraid of losing touch with the Imperial Capital by staying in Qin Wang City for too long.

Therefore, he was very aware of Guo Feng, this rapidly rising Wind King, and his actions in the Imperial Capital.

He also knew that Guo Feng’s foundation was still shallow!

Precisely because of this, he deliberately started by shamelessly flattering Guo Feng.

Speaking up for Guo Feng.

He wanted to attach himself to Guo Feng so that his lineage could develop better.

Now that Guo Feng remembered him and even gave him a task, this was an even better opportunity.

He knew that Guo Feng was not only the Wind King but also a true Emperor-Consort candidate!

The most powerful man in the future empire!

Guo Feng nodded: “You notify the fifteen main cities of Qin Wang City to each mobilize 200,000 troops within five days and send them to Lion Mountain City.”

“At the same time, the Great Qin Army will mobilize half of its military strength. Once my Tianyan Lion Army’s main force arrives, we will jointly advance on Guo Wang City.”

He paused, looking at Grand Marshal Hua Wuzhao, “Do you have confidence?”

“Wind King, please rest assured. I will immediately send people to supervise this matter. Anyone who disobeys will be treated as a rebel!”

Grand Marshal Hua Wuzhao immediately cupped his hands and accepted the order.

Guo Feng nodded: “Good, I’ll leave this matter to you.”

After that, he discussed some policies with the others and had everyone report on the situation of their respective responsibilities.

About an hour later, Guo Feng dismissed the meeting.

At this point, he also had a clearer understanding of Qin Wang City.

After everyone dispersed, Guo Feng had someone bring Qin Zheng up again and confiscated the spatial ring Qin Zheng carried with him.

To his surprise, Qin Zheng, as a City Lord of a King City, only had fifty million spirit stones.

As well as some daily-use pills, spirit artifacts, and magic treasures.

Although this was richer than a City Lord of a large city, it was still a significant gap compared to the status of a dignified City Lord of a King City.

Qin Zheng seemed to have understood Guo Feng’s thoughts and sneered, “Guo Feng, I have to admire you. In less than a month, you rose so rapidly, even being conferred a king, granted a ducal title, and gaining the Empress’s favor!”

“However, I tell you, if you want to completely control Qin Wang City, you still need my help.”

“The waters of Qin Wang City run very deep, not something a young child like you can control!”

He paused, “And, you want my lifelong savings? I can give them to you too!”

“But.”

He changed his tone, “You must let me live.”

“You don’t need to worry about how to control Qin Wang City.”

Guo Feng chuckled, “As for your savings, I’m not in a hurry. I’ll interrogate you slowly. You’ll speak eventually. Let you live?”

He shrugged, “I can spare your life for the sake of Senior Brother Qin Tian, but imprisoning you is not a problem.”

“Then why did you call me here?”

Qin Zheng’s expression changed. He didn’t expect this child, Guo Feng, to be so difficult to deal with.

“I’ll first interrogate you about the matter of Imperial Relative seeking you out. After that, I’ll go and interrogate Imperial Relative’s subordinates.”

Guo Feng paused, “What exactly happened with the ancient cave dwelling in Senior Brother Qin Tian’s possession? Why did Imperial Relative try every means to make you set a trap to harm Senior Brother Qin Tian?”

“Sorry, I don’t want to say. You can go ask that rebellious son, Qin Tian.”

Qin Zheng had an arrogant expression.

“If you don’t cooperate, then don’t blame crew for disregarding Senior Brother Qin Tian’s reputation.”

Guo Feng shrugged, “What’s more, you haven’t shown much kindness to Senior Brother Qin Tian either.”

As he spoke, he pressed his hand down.

With a rumble, Fire Emperor Qi transformed into a large hand, instantly enveloping Qin Zheng within it.

Flames scorched.

The methods of Fire Sovereign Red Emperor Refinement were unleashed.

“Ah——”

In less than a moment, Qin Zheng felt his internal organs burning, every inch of his body seemingly roasted by scorching flames.

The pain was unbearable!

Even with his ninth-grade seventh-level spiritual power, he couldn’t resist.

Moreover, he found that he truly could be refined at any moment.

Both his body and mind were severely tormented.

The pain doubled!

“What kind of fire is this? Why can it even roast my soul!”

“Ah, it hurts so much!”

“Are you really going to refine me? You’re so cruel!”

He roared repeatedly. After a long while, he quickly shouted, “Don’t torture me anymore, I’ll talk, I’ll talk, don’t torture me anymore!”

This was simply too painful!

It exceeded his limit of endurance!

At this moment, Guo Feng withdrew the Fire Emperor Qi of Fire Sovereign Red Emperor Refinement, looked at him, and said, “Speak!”