Chapter 1806 - 1806:
Of course, don't think that there weren't prior discussions between Old Man Peng and the big nephew.
Peng Bei came out to receive Liu Zhizhong at this time, and there were some things he could still reveal to Liu Zhizhong.
So, as they walked and talked, it didn't take long before Peng Bei said, "Brother Zhongshui, you and I have known each other for a while. I understand your character and integrity. At the same time, you're someone who listens to opinions!"
"Haha, Brother Peng Bei, you have something to say, don't you? Go ahead, I'm listening!"
"Actually, my uncle hopes that you temporarily don't move against the Sajia's territory. For one, it's a bit hard to attack; for another, you've just acquired the Goa Region with many tasks to handle, so it's not wise to start a war immediately, right?"
Liu Zhizhong raised an eyebrow and immediately smiled, "Old Commander Peng really is wise and resourceful, with very thorough considerations! So?"
"My uncle feels that if you want to do any kind of people's welfare or let the people take charge, just carry out your plans in the Goa Region. As long as we give folks a heads-up and assurance, there won't be any conflict! As for the business between us, it still needs to go on!"
Liu Zhizhong smiled, nodded, and was about to speak, but they had already arrived outside the meeting room.
He could only chuckle, "Alright, Brother Peng Bei, I've got your point. Shall we... head inside and see this lively scene?"
"Haha, please..."
Peng Bei opened the door, letting Liu Zhizhong in first.
Liu Zhizhong entered to face the stern faces of the warlords and their deputy commanders.
Of course, there was also the fierce face of Sa Yileng. Sa Yileng's hand was still on the gun on the table, roughly ready to fire at any sign of trouble.
However, Liu Zhizhong remained composed, glanced at everyone, and said, "I come uninvited; I ask for your forgiveness, commanders! Hello, Commander Peng, hello, Commander Zhao..."
Saying this, Liu Zhizhong greeted the warlords generously, starting, of course, with the Four Major Warlords.
The major warlords could only nod back without much to say.
Other minor warlords also nodded back in imitation.
Only Sa Yileng looked at Liu Zhizhong and coldly said, "Should I call you Chairman Chi or Commander Chi?"
By now, Peng Bei had arranged a seat for Liu Zhizhong, at his left lower corner, practically the furthest seat.
However, this furthest seat was next to Peng Bei, and next to Peng Bei was Peng Zhensheng, which gave a sense of protection by their influence.
At least, if Sa Yileng diagonally opposite wanted to shoot, he had to consider whether he might accidentally wound Commander Peng and Vice Commander Peng. If that happened, the Peng Family wiping out the Sa Family Army and taking over the territory wouldn't be too challenging!
After Liu Zhizhong sat down, he said, "Commander Sa, call me whatever you wish, I have no objection. It's rare to have all forces gather in Valle for a meeting; my coming here can be considered timely, haha..."
Sa Yileng knocked on the table, sternly saying, "Chi Zhongshui, stop laughing; there's nothing funny. Today's meeting is extremely serious! You have guts, daring to come here alone; aren't you afraid I'll shoot you on the spot?"
The Four Major Warlords and others didn't speak, ready to see how the two would confront each other. Who knows, this could reveal whether Chi Zhongshui really had any backing.
Liu Zhizhong shook his head, saying, "Commander Sa, you're mistaken! I'm betting you won't dare to shoot here. Do you dare to bet?"
"You..." Sa Yileng reached for the gun but hadn't released the safety.
Liu Zhizhong smirked, "Stop pretending, Commander Sa. If you released the safety and fired, I'd probably already be under the table. A misfire might wound Vice Commander Peng beside you, or Old Commander Peng, or possibly Commander Li above me here! Would you want to see that outcome?"
"You..." Sa Yileng, at a loss for words, put the gun down again, "Chi Zhongshui, don't think your silver tongue will let you walk out of this door easily today! My not shooting now doesn't mean I won't shoot later!"
"Yes, yes, Commander Sa, you are right! You and I will probably face off eventually, won't we?"
"Stop with the nonsense! Tonight, we're all gathered to discuss how to deal with you! Now that you're here, listen to the opinions and ideas of all the major commanders! You'd better cooperate, or you really won't leave here."
Sa Yileng wasn't entirely a fool, realizing he couldn't outtalk Chi Zhongshui, so he passed the buck to the other warlords present.
The Four Major Warlords, hearing his words, cursed inwardly, thinking, this bastard isn't a good egg either.
At this moment, Xue Manzi jumped out, coughing twice, saying, "Well... Chi Zhongshui, today's meeting was convened by Old Commander Peng. He has ideas and intentions to discuss with you! We don't have the voice right now."
Peng Zhensheng's old face was a bit embarrassed, knowing Xue Manzi indeed was a bastard, trying to incite conflict and strain relationships openly.
But Peng Zhensheng remained calm with a slight smile, saying, "Since Commander Xue says so, I won't argue. Indeed, I called this meeting, but those eager to kill you here, Chi Zhongshui, include Sa Yileng and Commander Xue, right?"
Xue Manzi's face turned grim, "Are you spouting nonsense? I've never met Chi Zhongshui, why would I want to kill him?"
When Peng Zhensheng was about to say something, Liu Zhizhong interrupted, "Gentlemen, don't argue. Let me speak! Years ago, Commander Xue and Ma Huacheng, along with Sa Yileng, planned the Wabei Blood River incident! Now, Wabei's old commander's son-in-law, Ruan Juhai, is my chief of staff; he seeks revenge! So, Commander Xue not wanting to kill me seems unlikely, right?"
"You..." Xue Manzi, at a loss for words.
Peng Zhensheng was secretly pleased. This Chi Zhongshui wasn't bad, giving some face back for me.
The relationship among warlords was so delicate, and the concept of face could cause many matters.
After all, it was the bloodline inheritance of the Eastern Country! It's all about face!
Xue Manzi soon recovered, huffed coldly, "Chi Zhongshui, since you put it that way, I won't hide anything; let me speak bluntly to you!"
"Alright, let's be direct. I welcome it! Driver Xue, come on, fire at me!"