65: Chapter 65 Discussion

Under the care of the guards, Wang Chaoyuan soon let out screams of agony.

To the side, Wang Tianqi watched everything with indifference.

It was not until Wang Chaoyuan's screams gradually subsided that Wang Tianqi signaled the guards to stop.

"The taste of a beating isn't pleasant, is it? As long as you confess clearly, these days will soon be over," Wang Tianqi said softly, leaning close to Wang Chaoyuan.

"Pah..." Wang Chaoyuan spat out a mouthful of phlegm, his eyes filled with ferocity.

Wang Tianqi glared fiercely at Wang Chaoyuan and then ordered the guards, "Take good care of him for me."

The next moment, hysterical screams rang out from the cell once again.

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After leaving the dungeon, Wang Tianqi reported the situation in the dungeon to Wang Gang.

"Forget it. Since he is a hard nut to crack, let him stay tough. If he won't talk, there are plenty of others who will." Wang Gang hadn't held much hope anyway; after all, time was too pressing.

It was normal not to get results from an interrogation in less than half a day.

The most important thing is the operation tonight. As long as we round up those rebellious Elders, the whereabouts of the land deed will naturally come to light.

Hearing Wang Gang say this, Wang Tianqi breathed a sigh of relief, "Head of the Wang Family, what should we do next?"

"Verify the locations of these traitors again. The operation tonight must not fail." At this point, Wang Gang's expression suddenly turned serious.

During this period, the Wang Family had experienced one situation after another. While worrying about the safety of the Family, Wang Gang was also afraid that the Pei Family would question his ability.

He did not want the Pei Family to think that his Wang Family could not even handle these minor matters.

"Understood, I will take my leave now." Wang Tianqi cupped his hands and strode away from the Wang Family residence.

However, no sooner had Wang Tianqi left than a scout walked in.

"Report to the Head of the Wang Family, news has come from the Pei Family. In half an hour, Elder Tianlin will arrive at the Wang Family."

Wang Gang was overjoyed. He had just been wondering when the Pei Family would arrive, and they were already on their way.

Subtracting the time spent relaying the message, Pei Tianlin should be arriving at the Wang Family grounds soon.

"Quick, quick, quick, follow me to the main entrance to welcome Elder Tianlin."

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Not long after, Pei Tianlin arrived at the Wang Family grounds on a warhorse.

Accompanying him were Pei Kong and several Pei Family guards.

Arriving at the main entrance of the Wang Family, the group jumped down from their warhorses.

Immediately, Wang Gang ordered his servants to take the warhorses to the stables.

After finishing this, Wang Gang walked toward Pei Tianlin with a smile, "It is truly an honor for my Wang Family to have Elder Tianlin grace us with his presence."

"Head of the Wang Family, you are too polite." Pei Tianlin did not put on the airs of a superior and returned the smile.

As he spoke, Wang Gang turned his gaze to Pei Kong, "I have long heard that among the younger generation of the Pei Family, there is an unparalleled Genius who, not even thirty years of age, has already become a commander of the Pei Family guards. Seeing you today, you are truly a Dragon among men, possessing an extraordinary bearing."

"Pei Kong, greet the Head of the Wang Family," Pei Tianlin said, looking at Pei Kong to the side, reminding him.

"Greetings, Head of the Wang Family." Pei Kong cupped his hands slightly, his expression unchanged.

To outsiders, Pei Kong's attitude seemed a bit cold, even arrogant. Facing someone's praise, one should at least put on a show.

Suddenly, an awkward atmosphere began to form quietly.

It was also at this moment that Pei Tianlin spoke up to stop the spread of this awkward atmosphere.

"Head of the Wang Family, you praise him too much. This kid just has some talent for martial arts. I am taking this opportunity to let him come out and gain some experience, otherwise, he would almost become a martial arts fanatic."

"Elder Tianlin, please, this way." Wang Gang knew that Pei Tianlin was giving him a way out, so he did not mention the matter again.

Under Wang Gang's arrangements, the group soon arrived at the main hall.

As for the main seat, it changed from Wang Gang to Pei Tianlin.

Regarding this, Pei Tianlin did not decline.

The saying "the guest follows the host's convenience" is based on the premise that the two families are equal.

Since the Wang Family is an affiliate of the Pei Family, it was only natural for Pei Tianlin to take the main seat.

Following this, Pei Kong and several Elders of the Wang Family took their seats in order.

Pei Kong was arranged in the first seat on the left, while Wang Gang himself took the first seat on the right.

"Head of the Wang Family, you take the lead and tell us about the current situation first."

"Very well." Wang Gang replied, and then stood up from his seat.

His gaze swept across everyone present, and then he spoke slowly, "As of now, my Wang Family still has eight teams remaining, with about forty people in each team. Among them, three teams cannot be mobilized; two are needed to guard the Family grounds, and the other is needed to protect the mausoleum. The remaining five teams can be mobilized at any time."

"Five teams, a total of two hundred people. In terms of numbers, that is sufficient." Pei Tianlin pondered for a moment and continued to ask.

"What is the situation with the rebel army?"

Wang Gang cleared his throat and continued, "The rebel army controls three teams, totaling about one hundred and fifty people. Two of them are within Mufeng Manor on Dinghe Street. The other team is stationed in the Liu Residence near Center Street."

"Mufeng Manor, Liu Residence." Pei Tianlin muttered to himself. He kept feeling that these two places were somewhat familiar, but he couldn't recall them for a moment.

After thinking for a moment, Pei Tianlin decided it would be more practical to ask Wang Gang directly.

"Head of the Wang Family, I have some impression of these two places, but I cannot remember them for the moment."

At this time, Wang Gang walked to the map of Wuyang County, pointed to a location, and said, "Elder Tianlin, please look, this is the location of Mufeng Manor."

"Mufeng Manor used to be the manor of an Elder from the Li Family. Later, for reasons unknown, this Elder sold the manor to a wealthy merchant. However, the merchant was ill-fated and died at the hands of a Demon after only a few years. In the end, after changing hands several times, the manor returned to the Li Family."

"In other words, this Mufeng Manor is nominally owned by the Li Family." Pei Tianlin frowned slightly.

Through the intelligence relayed from the Wang Family, he knew that the Li Family was secretly colluding with the Wang Family rebels.

But he had not expected that the Li Family would go this far, directly providing cover for them.

However, Pei Tianlin did not dwell on this issue and continued to ask, "Then what is special about the Liu Residence?"

"As for the Liu Residence, there is nothing special about it, other than it being relatively close to the prefectural government office." Wang Gang said.

Upon hearing this, Pei Tianlin sneered, "These rebels have a good plan, wanting to use the authority of the prefectural government office to pressure my Pei Family. Could it be that they think my Pei Family would not dare to act because the government office is there? Unfortunately, they have greatly underestimated my Pei Family. The original plan remains unchanged; the operation will take place at midnight tonight. Since the Li Family dares to interfere, we will break their claws."

"Understood." The Head of the Wang Family nodded.

Subsequently, Pei Tianlin chatted with Wang Gang about some operational details and then left the Wang Family.

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