Zhao Tuo said goodbye to Li Shui, and then walked towards the gate of Shang Jun's Villa with a smile.
Halfway through, he saw several people approaching.
When Zhao Tuo saw these people, his eyes suddenly lit up, he raised his hands repeatedly and said, "Are you okay, these brave men?"
The people opposite were Xiang Yu and his group.
Xiang Yu looked at Zhao Tuo in confusion and asked tentatively: "Do we... know each other?"
Zhao Tuo laughed and said: "Perhaps the warrior doesn't know me, but I know the warrior. In the selection competition, you guys excelled and shined. Later, you became spokespersons and helped Damai Store make money every day. In Xianyang City, who among men, women, old and young doesn’t know Liu Ji of Surabaya Pavilion?”
Xiang Yu breathed a sigh of relief and smiled lightly: "Easy to say, easy to say."
Xiang Yu was a little nervous just now, thinking that an old friend from Chu Di had come and wanted to reveal his identity.
It turns out that this guy thought he was Liu Ji, so that would be fine.
Xiang Yu politely bowed his hand to Zhao Tuo: "May I ask what your surname is?"
Zhao Tuo said: "I am Zhao Tuo."
When Xiang Yu heard this, he wanted to draw his sword and kill Zhao Tuo.
In the past, Xiang Liang raised troops in the Chu region and was defeated by the Qin people. This Zhao Tuo also contributed a lot.
He is Xiang's great enemy.
However, Xiang Yu held back.
His impatience messed up his big plan. He planned to kill Huaiguzi first, and then return to Chu to raise troops. After Xianyang was captured, didn't the civil servants and generals in Xianyang City want to kill whomever they wanted?
Zhao Tuo saw Xiang Yu's expression was different and asked curiously: "Have you heard of me, strong man?"
Xiang Yu forced a smile: "General Zhao is famous for his reputation, and the villain is like thunder. It's just that I don't have a chance to see him..."
Zhao Tuo patted Xiang Yu on the shoulder: "If you don't mind, strong man, I would like to buy you a drink."
Zhao Tuo is so enthusiastic about Xiang Yu mainly because of the treasure house.
In his mind, the treasure house was opened by Liu Ji, and was secretly controlled by Li Shui. So this Liu Ji should be the most popular person in front of Li Shui.
So Zhao Tuo wanted to make good friends with Xiang Yu and gain Li Shui's trust.
Unfortunately, Xiang Yu didn't think so.
He looked at Zhao Tuo warily, wondering what was going on with this guy's sudden enthusiasm.
Showing your courtesy for nothing is either cheating or stealing.
Xiang Yu laughed dryly and said to Zhao Tuo: "I still have things to do today, let's do it another day."
Zhao Tuo nodded: "It can be done another day."
Then he said with a little flattery: "That sword is very good. After I heard the sound of tigers roaring and dragons roaring, I felt energetic and wanted to lead my troops immediately to pacify the world."
Xiang Yu was almost angry to death. Damn it, was this deliberately showing off?
He cupped his hands towards Zhao Tuo and said calmly: "General, I have something important to do, so I can't talk any more."
Afterwards, Xiang Yu took the people away.
Zhao Tuo looked at Xiang Yu's back and was a little speechless: Isn't this arrogance too big? Anyway, I am also a general.
However, Zhao Tuo quickly came to his senses. As a general, I am afraid that in the eyes of the banished immortal's confidants, he really is nothing.
It seemed that he had guessed correctly this time. This Liu Ji was definitely the confidant of the banished immortal.
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Zhao Tuo came out of Shangjun's courtyard, put his hands behind his back, and began to think about the hundred yi gold.
One hundred yi gold is not a small amount, even Li Si will not take it out easily.
What's more, Li Shui made it very clear that he was not borrowing, but asking for it.
This is a bit embarrassing. How can Li Si be willing to hand it over without breaking up?
Of course, Zhao Tuo also knew very well that if he broke up with Li Si, it would be even more impossible to hand over the hundred yi gold.
When Zhao Tuo was thinking wildly, a familiar figure suddenly floated in front of his eyes.
It seems to be Feng Renji.
Zhao Tuo's heart moved and he called: "Brother Feng."
Feng Renji looked back at Zhao Tuo, smiled slightly, and said, "Brother Zhao."
Zhao Tuo said with a smile: "Where does Brother Feng want to go?"
Feng Renji said: "I was planning to go to the Banished Immortal Tower to listen to books."
Zhao Tuo took Feng Renji's arm and said, "I happen to be going to the Exalted Immortal Tower for a walk. This time I will be the host."
Feng Renji looked at Zhao Tuo with a puzzled expression, wondering why he suddenly wanted to treat him. But... after being in the officialdom for a long time, Feng Renji could vaguely guess that Zhao Tuo was asking for something from him.
Therefore, after arriving at the Banished Immortal Tower, Feng Renji was not polite and ordered a table full of dishes that he usually wanted to eat but could not bear to eat.
Zhao Tuo felt a little hurt when he saw it, but he held it back. It's just a little money spent, nothing.
After a few glasses of wine, the two people who were not very familiar with each other gradually became familiar with each other.
Zhao Tuo said to Feng Renji: "Brother Feng, actually I have something to ask."
Feng Renji smiled slightly: "But it doesn't matter."
He had been waiting for Zhao Tuo to say something.
Zhao Tuo said with some embarrassment: "Brother Feng is very popular in the court now. No matter he is a young master or an important minister, he dares to impeach him."
"I have recalled that Brother Feng had various reasons for impeaching them, and they were not retaliated against afterward. Therefore, I would like to ask, how did Brother Feng do it?"
When Feng Renji heard this, his face hurt a little. I thought: I wasn’t retaliated against? Is your face just swollen?
He changed the subject and said to Zhao Tuo: "What exactly does Brother Zhao want to ask?"
Zhao Tuo hesitated, not knowing how to answer.
Feng Renji patted Zhao Tuo on the shoulder: "Brother Zhao, if you can trust me, just tell me. I can swear that I will never leak a word."
Afterwards, Feng Renji made an oath.
Seeing him swearing, Zhao Tuo breathed a sigh of relief, and then said: "Recently, my house has been in a bit of a deficit, and I want to borrow a hundred yi of gold from Mr. Tingwei. Well... it's not actually a loan, it would be best if I could ask for it. It's just that I don't have it. reason."
Feng Renji's eyes widened and he thought: Is there such a shameless person in the world? With a red mouth and white teeth, you want to ask for a hundred yi gold?
However, Feng Renji was blackmailed by Li Si and had no choice but to do many things, and he was filled with resentment.
If you can cheat him of a hundred yi gold, why not do it?
Zhao Tuo said to Feng Renji: "Brother Feng, when you impeach courtiers, you always find reasons from unexpected directions. This time... can you find a reason for me?"
Feng Renji coughed dryly and said to Zhao Tuo: "There is a way, but... Brother Zhao, can you swear not to reveal anything to others? Especially you can't say that I gave you the idea."
Zhao Tuo immediately swore.
Feng Renji nodded with satisfaction and said to Zhao Tuo: "It is not impossible to take away a hundred yi gold from Lord Tingwei's mansion. Lord Tingwei seems to be very fond of Brother Zhao these days."
Zhao Tuo nodded: "Yes, yes."
Feng Renji asked: "Brother Zhao, do you know why?"
Zhao Tuo was slightly startled: "Why? Mr. Ting Wei is kind and loves others, so..."
Feng Renji shook his head: "No, Brother Zhao is a fan of the authorities. Lord Tingwei's favor to Brother Zhao is for others to see. So that he can tell other courtiers that as long as he is a member of Tingwei, no matter how many crimes he has committed, If it’s a big matter, no matter who you offend, Mr. Tingwei will guarantee it and will never refuse.”
"Sir Tingwei, this is using kindness to Brother Zhao in exchange for the loyalty of his subordinates. In other words, Brother Zhao is being used by Lord Tingwei."
Zhao Tuo was stunned and speechless.
Feng Renji sighed, and then said: "Brother Zhao went south to conquer the Yue people. He brought thousands of troops with him, but he was unable to achieve any great feats. Instead, he lost to a group of sailors from Shang Jun's Villa."
"After that, he offended Huaiguzi and framed the craftsman of Shangjun Courtyard. This is simply a big trick on Lou Zi."
"And Lord Tingwei, instead of blaming you, actually comforted you with words. For your sake, he personally went out of the city to greet Huaiguzi and served wine to make peace. He also spent 70 million yuan to buy a sword for you."
"What will the other courtiers think? They must think: General Zhao has done so many things, Lord Tingwei can ignore the past grudges. Then if we have merits and demerits, Lord Tingwei will definitely use him more. Even if some of us in the future If we make mistakes, Lord Tingwei will also protect us."
"In this way, Lord Ting Wei can win the hearts of the courtiers. When the time comes, it will be easy to control the wind and rain in the court."
Zhao Tuo nodded slightly, feeling a little uncomfortable.
Anyone who is used as a weapon will definitely feel uncomfortable.
Feng Renji was even more happy when he saw that it was effective. In line with the principle of trying to trick Li Si, he fanned the flames and said: "Besides, General Zhao has a big danger right now, and he has to guard against it."
Zhao Tuo was frightened and asked, "What's the big danger?"
Feng Renji laughed and said: "Although I have never done business, I know that you cannot do business at a loss."
"In order to win over General Zhao, Mr. Tingwei actually spent 70 million yuan. Not only did his family's savings disappear, but he also owed 20 million yuan in foreign debt."
"General Zhao, just think about it. In order to win people's hearts, is the price Mr. Ting Wei paid a bit too high?"
Zhao Tuo nodded slowly: "It's indeed too big."
Feng Renji said: "So, Master Tingwei, sooner or later, you will get your capital back. When Master Tingwei makes money, General Zhao loses money."
Zhao Tuo raised his hand to Feng Renji and said, "Master Feng, please give me some advice."
Feng Renji said: "If my prediction is correct, it can take as long as half a year or as short as three months. Once Ting Wei has won over people's hearts, he will attack the general."
"If I were Li Si, I would definitely look for opportunities to smear the general's reputation. It would be best to say that the general repays kindness with hatred. This will arouse everyone's sympathy for Li Si."
"When the courtiers became angry and all complained, Li Si claimed that he couldn't bear it anymore and took action. By then, General Zhao would probably have to go bankrupt to compensate Li Si."
Zhao Tuo felt cold sweat break out all over his body.
After hearing Feng Renji's analysis, the more Zhao Tuo thought about it, the more he felt it was right.
When something goes wrong, there must be a monster. It would be fine if Li Si favored him and gave him some small gifts. But he actually spent all his money to buy a sword for himself. There is definitely something wrong with this.
The more Zhao Tuo thought about it, the more he became afraid, and suddenly realized that he had made an unintentional move by seeking refuge in the Immortal.
Could it be...that this is the power of the sword?
Did the sword spirit influence my decision and make me loyal to the Immortal?
Yes, yes, that must be the case.
And is this step part of the plan to banish the immortal? Has Exiled Immortal long ago wanted to use me to detect Li Si's movements?
That must be it!
The three hundred sailors casually trained by the Banished Immortal can outperform my three thousand elite soldiers. Is there anything that the Banished Immortal can't do?
The more Zhao Tuo thought about it, the more excited he became. He clenched his hands into fists and couldn't help but sigh: "The banishment of immortals is unfathomable."
Feng Renji: "..."
Where the hell is this going? This man really didn’t match his words with his words. No wonder he was defeated miserably in South Vietnam.
Zhao Tuo stood up and bowed respectfully to Feng Renji: "Brother Feng, you saved my little brother's life today."
Feng Renji smiled slightly and said calmly: "Brother Zhao is serious."
Zhao Tuo asked curiously: "Brother Feng, why are you so thoughtful and able to figure out people's hearts so accurately?"
Feng Renji touched his face and said with emotion: "I have no choice but to do it. When you work for three or four forces and have to be cautious and move around, your thoughts will naturally become more careful. Don't guess at people's hearts. , you may be scolded, beaten, or even killed..."
Zhao Tuo looked at Feng Renji with a puzzled expression.
Feng Renji smiled slightly and said, "It's nothing, I just remembered some unbearable past events."
Zhao Tuo laughed dryly and said to Feng Renji: "Brother Feng, how should I get the hundred yi gold from Li Si?"
Feng Renji: "..."
This man is so brave. I already said that he got this job, but he still plans to ask Li Si for money? Don't want to die?
Feng Renji suddenly felt a sense of sympathy for Zhao Tuo. Didn't I also impeach court officials in the court without risking my life?
Feng Renji sighed with emotion for a while and said to Zhao Tuo: "It's not difficult for Brother Zhao to get money. Li Si is now thinking of ways to win over Brother Zhao, so he will try his best to satisfy any request Brother Zhao makes."
"Brother Zhao just needs to choose a reasonable reason. For example... you say that your sword needs to be maintained. As for how to maintain the sword, Brother Zhao can just say some methods that require money."
Zhao Tuo nodded repeatedly: "After listening to Brother Feng's words, I am really enlightened."
Feng Renji smiled slightly and said: "In addition, when Brother Zhao asks for money, it is best to choose a time when there are many people. In full view of everyone, Li Si will definitely not refuse, but will happily take out the money to show his I value you."
Zhao Tuo nodded repeatedly.
At this time, Feng Renji was also full and stood up.
Zhao Tuo took the initiative to help Feng Renji and went downstairs with him.
When they reached the first floor, they heard a waiter say: "The new fairy tea is here. The fairy tea is so delicious that it makes you forget about the world after drinking it. The princes and nobles are full of praise..."
When Zhao Tuo heard this, he immediately bought two large bags of tea and gave them to Feng Renji respectfully.
Feng Renji held Zhao Tuo's tea leaves and was filled with emotion, thinking: This person is worth dating.
