The next morning, Tang Jun came to Duan Mufeng's room with a solemn expression.
"What's wrong?"
Looking at Tang Jun who looked a little strange, Duan Mufeng asked curiously.
After a whole night's rest, all his fatigue had dissipated, and his whole face was radiant.
"Shuai Feng, there was a secret sentry report last night. The Kyoto Prefecture is sending people to spy on us."
Tang Jun frowned and said, with a hint of dissatisfaction in his words.
In fact, just after Xu Feiyun arranged for secret surveillance, he was discovered by the Tianlong Guard who was hiding in secret.
Everyone seems to think that after several battles in the glacier, the Tianlong Guards will definitely rest and take a breather when they return to Kyoto, but Xu Feiyun never expected that this Tianlong Guards were far more well-trained than he imagined.
"What did I think? It doesn't matter. Just ignore them."
After hearing Tang Jun's answer, Duanmu Feng smiled and said with an indifferent expression.
"Shuai Feng, how could they do this?! If it weren't for us on this glacier trip, even Zhao Changqing himself would have died inside!!"
"What? Are you going to burn bridges so soon?!"
Tang Jun complained, his face full of unwillingness.
"It has nothing to do with Zhao Changqing. He can't make the decision on this matter. It should be Jin Ping's wish."
Duanmu Feng curled his lips and said meaningfully.
"Capital of Kyoto?!"
"Why did he do this? He doesn't trust us?!"
Tang Jun was stunned for a moment and couldn't help but ask.
"Zhao Changqing and Leng Xin must have reported this mission to Jin Ping in detail. If it were you, would you be able to sleep peacefully knowing that such a powerful force has come to your territory?"
Duanmu Feng smiled and asked with interest.
After listening to Duan Mufeng's explanation, Tang Jun finally came to his senses and nodded in realization. However, no matter how he thought about it, he felt a little uncomfortable. Although he understood, he still had reservations.
"Okay, don't think too much, tell the brothers, we will set off early tomorrow morning to take them home!"
Duanmu Feng waved his hand and said with a smile.
Upon hearing that he was going home, Tang Jun couldn't help but smile, and his mood improved instantly.
Although Kyoto is full of peace, in their hearts, only the City of Hope is the most comfortable place.
At this moment, there was a knock on the door.
"who?"
Tang Jun asked in a deep voice while turning around and walking towards the door.
"I am Zhao Changqing."
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhao Changqing's voice came from outside the door.
Tang Jun opened the door, but his face immediately changed into a cold expression. Now facing the people of Kyoto Prefecture, he didn't have a good expression.
"Who are you, Captain Tang, angry with so early in the morning? Someone is making trouble with your people, right?"
"If so, tell me and I'll handle it."
Zhao Changqing knew something was wrong as soon as he saw Tang Jun's face, and immediately said with a smile.
Tang Jun snorted coldly, ignored it, and stepped aside.
Zhao Changqing smiled awkwardly and slowly walked into the room.
"What's up?"
Duan Mufeng looked at the uninvited Zhao Changqing and asked lightly, his attitude also changed subtly.
"Feng Shuai, that's it. The head of the government has prepared a luncheon in the VIP room on the third floor of the hotel. I hope to celebrate everyone there at noon and distribute mission rewards to everyone."
"I don't know how Feng Shuai rested last night. If the time of the celebration banquet needs to be changed, I will go back and report immediately."
Zhao Changqing saluted and said respectfully, always maintaining a kind smile on his face.
"Celebrating? So many people have died, is there anything worth celebrating?"
Duanmu Feng curled his lips and asked with a sneer.
"this..."
Hearing Duan Mufeng's straightforward words, Zhao Changqing was obviously stunned for a moment and didn't know how to continue.
"I'm a straight person, don't mind, Director Zhao."
"Go back and tell the head of the government that I will be there on time."
Duan Mufeng smiled, waved his hand, and said slowly.
"That's great, I'm going back to report now, sorry for bothering me."
Zhao Changqing breathed a sigh of relief, exchanged a few pleasantries, and hurriedly turned around and left.
As soon as Zhao Changqing left, the smile on Duan Mufeng's face disappeared.
"I'm afraid it's not just a celebration, right?"
Tang Jun frowned and said thoughtfully.
"Just go and take a look and you'll find out."
Duanmu Feng said nonchalantly, without paying too much attention.
...
at noon.
Duan Mufeng arrived at the VIP room on the third floor as promised. As soon as he entered the door, he saw Jin Ping walking directly towards him, as if he had been waiting for him.
This kind of face made everyone present and present envious.
"Feng Shuai!"
"Oh, you're finally here!"
As Jin Ping said this, he quickly walked closer and took Duan Mufeng's hand.
"I didn't expect the capital to come so early. I won't be late, right?"
Duanmufeng smiled and shook hands, and withdrew his right hand as he spoke.
"No, no, I arrived early."
"Quick, quick, please come inside!"
Jin Ping hurriedly waved his hands and then politely invited Duan Mufeng to come in and take a seat.
"Feng Shuai."
"Feng Shuai!"
Seeing Duan Mufeng approaching, the leaders of other forces greeted Duan Mufeng one after another, with polite faces, but fear in their eyes.
During the battle in the glacier, Duanmu Feng's skills had shocked all forces.
As Jin Ping and Duan Mufeng sat back, others sat down one after another. Even sitting in front of people who were stronger than themselves was very particular.
With the arrival of Duanmu Feng, Jin Ping ordered the dishes to be served, and soon the table was filled with all kinds of delicacies.
In the past, these dishes were nothing, but now, they are more precious than delicacies from the mountains and seas!
Looking at the delicacies in front of them, the leaders of other forces secretly rejoiced and almost couldn't wait. They all knew that they had benefited from Duanmu Feng.
During the banquet, the leaders of other forces kept toasting to Duanmu Feng, as if the biggest person present was not Jin Ping, but Duan Mufeng, which made Xu Feiyun, who was sitting next to Jin Ping, keep grimacing.
However, Jin Ping was not idle either. When he found the opportunity, he praised Duanmu Feng in front of everyone. Most of them meant that without Duan Mufeng, the mission would not be completed, but he said it in a different way.
Duan Mufeng sat among the crowd, helplessly coping with these scenes, without any appetite for the food on the table.
In fact, he particularly dislikes such occasions. Instead of attending such a celebration banquet, it would be more comfortable to eat a bowl of noodles on the street.
After three rounds of wine and five dishes, Jin Ping once again brought up the old talk.
"Feng Shuai, what do you think? After so many days, are you still unwilling to join the Kyoto Prefecture?"
Jin Ping looked at the people around him, and finally looked at Duanmu Feng, and asked seriously with a smile on his face.
"I'm afraid I'm going to disappoint the capital. The City of Hope is too far away from Kyoto, so I may not be able to really help. What's more, there are tens of thousands of people in the City of Hope. I can't leave them behind and only care about my own future."
"So, I can only say sorry. How about you ask everyone if they are willing?"
Duan Mufeng smiled and rejected Jin Ping's second proposal, then pointed at everyone present and said half-jokingly.
Hearing that Duan Mufeng brought the topic to himself, people from other factions suddenly showed gratitude on their faces and looked at Jin Ping expectantly.
If they can do things for the Kyoto Prefecture, they won't have to worry about supplies in the future. For them, it's a dream.
"I also have my own considerations and arrangements for them. I'll talk about this later. But this is the second time Feng Shuai has rejected me. I'm really sorry."
Jin Ping laughed and said a little disappointed.
"Sorry."
Duanmu Feng did not follow Jin Ping's words, but spread his hands helplessly and said.
"How about this, instead of talking about belonging, we just talk about cooperation?"
"You are still independent, but once Kyoto Prefecture needs you, I hope you can help in time. Of course, Kyoto Prefecture will not let you work in vain, okay?"
"You won't refuse me even this, will you?"
Jin Ping hesitated for a moment, then changed the topic and said immediately.
In order to win over Duanmu Feng, he had indeed taken great pains. In front of so many people, he had already made concessions, which could be regarded as giving himself a step down.
After listening to Jin Ping's words, although the leaders of several forces present were disappointed that Jin Ping did not win over them, they still cast curious eyes on Duan Mufeng, waiting for his response.
Leng Xin, who was standing not far away, also watched the meaningful celebration banquet attentively, and looked at Duanmu Feng intently...
