Chapter 782: Where is your modesty?
When Xu Cheng got out of the car, he saw all five Old Masters waiting at the entrance.
He was flattered and let out a bitter smile. “If those uncles in the capital knew that I let my five grandfathers greet me, they would criticize me a lot, wouldn’t they?”
Old Master Ye stroked a handful of his beard and said, “You deserve this scale of welcome.”
Old Master Zhou smiled. “Today, there is no seniority in the family nor age, only military merit. So, you deserve this. Stop being pretentious, hurry up and come on in.”
Xu Cheng shook his head and smiled bitterly as he followed the five Old Masters into a large ancient style courtyard that had small bridges and a stream of flowing water. It was a very ancient courtyard with houses made of wood.
“This place is refurbished according to the Yuanmingyuan site, and it’s also this country’s greatest martyrs tombstone courtyard,” Old Master Ye explained as he walked in front.
Xu Cheng only felt the unusual vibe here once Old Master Ye mentioned it.
“The outer circle belongs to those who are family members of the notables, but less than ten people are qualified to enter this far.” Old Master Nie added, “You are now considered a qualified person.”
Old Master Ye laughed, pointed to where the pavilion was, and said, “Let’s go. A chair has been prepared for you there, so you can always come and go from time to time in the future.”
Xu Cheng saw the Halls of Sacrifice, each named after someone who contributed to the country in history, and he was in awe of this place when he found the names of many known individuals.
“The reason why we build these Halls of Sacrifice in the most central area is to remind the future generations to not forget our roots, to not forget the foundation of the country. It’s also considered a spirit left from historical legacy,” Old Master Guo sighed and explained to Xu Cheng.
Xu Cheng stood on the mossy road paved by stone slabs and sighed, “Bragging is one thing, but I don’t think I’m qualified to enter here yet.”
“Kid, don’t be presumptuous.” Old Master Ye said, “You’re qualified, the Clans have been a historical problem and your Master spent half a lifetime on trying to solve the problem from the roots and had no clue. But your recklessness and impetuous actions played an unexpected effect, and it could be said that if it wasn’t for you, the four clans would be difficult to extinguish. Yet you did it, you accomplished something your Master always wanted to, and something that affected the fate of this country. The reason why I don’t compare with you is because we’ve built our merit as a team, yet you managed to destroy them alone. So every time you brag about this, I won’t go against you because I respect you in this manner!”
Xu Cheng laughed. “I was just bragging, don’t take it seriously please. I actually regret this after I did it.”
Old Master Ye scolded. “Be serious!”
Xu Cheng hurriedly restrained his expression without saying a word.
Old Master Ye then scolded with a smile, “It’s best if you don’t take it seriously instead of feeling complacent.”
Old Master Zhou sat down and patted the table as he said, “Tell me about it, what happened with the Wei Nation.”
After sitting down in his own chair, Xu Cheng poured himself a cup of tea and drank it in one gulp.
Old Master Nie slapped the back of his head. “You think this is water? This is Da Hong Pao, don’t spoil it.”
Xu Cheng was speechless. “You want me to tell a story but there’s no tea to serve?”
“Where are your manners.”
Xu Cheng said shamelessly, “Who said that there’s no seniority today, and just military merit?”
Old Master Ye laughed and personally poured tea for Xu Cheng.
“Tell us.”
“Grandpa Ye understands me the most. I haven’t touched a drop of water since I boarded the plane.”
Xu Cheng took another sip, and Old Master Nie was distressed. Then Xu Cheng wiped his lips as he slowly said, “I found out that Hiroshi Shitsuno’s position in the Miguchi group was very sensitive, so all the events followed his assassination. I pretended to be someone inside the Miguchi group and tried to assassinate him, of course I didn’t kill him, but it was a severe injury that made him angry. He almost died from the attack, and with this premise, he must return to the country. Once he returned to his country, then the cases in Shangcheng here would come to an end and ease the pressure on the police here. Then I killed him not only to completely dismantle his plan here, but also to intensify the social problem in the Wei Nation related to violent mafia groups. Of course, the reason why I did this was also to distract the Wei Nation police officers, which would in turn make it convenient for me to commit murder. Death of a business tycoon would be nothing compared to social riots and would drown in the newspaper. By the time the police or the media paid attention to it, I have already killed several more people, and I only killed the business leaders!”
Old Master Ye narrowed his eyes at him. “Why?”
Xu Cheng said bluntly, “To use others to kill your own enemy. With the death of Mitsui, Sumitomo, and the other wealthy businessmen one after another, the government will definitely be under pressure! Wei Nation’s current prime minister has a very strong stance on the islands with Huaxia. So I tied their hands, and he could only step down to ease the public’s anger, which would also relieve Huaxia’s problem.”
Old Master Xing picked up his own cup of tea and toasted to Xu Cheng. “There’s only tea, my respect to you.”
Xu Cheng was flattered. “Grandpa Xing, don’t make a scene. I’ll drink your tea instead.”
He took Old Master Xing’s cup of tea and drank it down as he was too thirsty.
Old Master Nie really wanted to slap this buffalo who was drinking his Da Hong Pao like water.
Old Master Ye changed the subject. “What about the Capital Society and Deviant Corps?”
Xu Cheng was silent, and then he raised his head to look at the five grandfathers and said sincerely, “I won’t hide from you, but if I don’t find a reason to bring this matter out, once they realize I’m from Huaxia, it will involve foreign affairs. So the Deviant Corps were thrown out just to draw attention, I don’t want the country to be involved because of my personal matters. So the clash between the Capital Society and the Deviant Corps would be put onto the table. As for the Deviant Corps, that’s my personal matter, so could I keep it a secret?”
Old Master Ye: “Yes, but you must remember that whenever you can’t handle it anymore, just return to the country! In terms of passing the buck, Huaxia is at the master level. We can fool those countries and protect you.”
Xu Cheng raised his teacup with both hands in a toasting manner. “Then I’ll thank you in advance.”
Old Master Nie could not stand it as he hurriedly interrupted with his hand. “If you continue to drink like this, this year’s Da Hong Pao’s production will soon be gone. If you want to drink, come to my place, but stop spoiling the tea.”
Xu Cheng: “Grandpa Nie, I heard that Uncle Nie’s health has not been good?”
Old Master Nie was stunned. Then he thought of the incomparable medical skills and pharmaceuticals Xu Cheng had. He knew immediately what the hidden message was as he handed the teacup back to Xu Cheng and said smilingly, “Drink all you want. I’ll let someone brew you more if it’s not enough. Oh, take your Grandpa Guo’s cup since he isn’t drinking. Drink it all, you must be thirsty after talking this much.”
The other four Old Masters were speechless.
Old Master Ye: “Brother Nie! Where’s your modesty?”