Chapter 1141: Testing

As Zhang Daozi revealed the solution, all these grain merchants are no longer willing to engage in rebellious activities.
"Since that's the case, we can only hand over the grain. We are absolutely unwilling to engage in rebellious activities."
Many grain merchants have expressed their intention to follow Zhang Daozi and leave.
Jiang Sheng secretly curses as things don't go as planned; the grain bureau that he and the masked person had been plotting for is exposed by Wei Shuyu with just one sentence.
He looked towards the direction where the masked person was hiding, but did not receive any response from the masked person.
After the grain merchant dispersed, the masked person came out directly from their hiding place, with a very displeased tone. Translated: "
"Weigongzi has such ruthless tactics. Just a few words made the grain merchants in Chang'an switch their loyalty to the court. I misjudged you. You turned out to be a spy sent by the court."
Jiang Sheng became even more perplexed.
Did this gentleman just say he wanted to conspire with the Lingnan Dao Inspector against the court? How did it become a spy for the court in the Masked Man's words?
But could it be...?
He looked incredulously at the scene before him. The Three-Eyed Blade behind Wei Shuyu had slowly drawn out his blade, ready to counter any sudden attack from the Masked Man.
Wei Shuyu gestured to indicate that he didn't need to engage in physical confrontation, and smiled calmly, saying, "You're joking, sir. I believe I made it very clear that I was sent by the Wei family to seek assistance in Chang'an. After observing for some time, I believe you and Mr. Jiang can provide assistance to us. It depends on whether you are willing, sir."
"Joke, you deceived the grain merchants and sabotaged my plans. Now you expect me to trust your alliance? Do you think I would believe you?" The masked man said coldly.
"If it weren't for deceiving those grain merchants, where would you have had the chance to cooperate with me?"
"Furthermore, compared to the grain merchants in Chang'an, a Lingnan Dao army holds more weight. You should understand that, Your Excellency."
The masked person quickly changed the topic and said, "Wei Gongzi makes a valid point, but if that's all, it wouldn't be enough."
他虽然查到了魏家岭南道的底细，可监察使的动向他还需要再确定，如此谋反大事，不能轻易相信。
可若是面前这位魏公子说出来的，还是有些可信度的。
How could someone who exterminates an entire town be a person of the imperial court?
Just now, it was mentioned that he is an undercover agent sent by the court, but it was merely a deception tactic during their verbal confrontation.
As Wei Shuyu mentioned, the masked person also believed that a group of grain merchants in Chang'an is obviously more significant compared to the army in Lingnan Road.
He has already spread the books to various places, secretly contacting the Eighteenth Prince. He has covertly gained control over the grain route and grain merchants in different regions. When the Yellow River flooding occurs, there will be a simultaneous uprising, creating an atmosphere of overthrowing the Great Han regime among the people, and then competing for hegemony over the world.
This is the moment when Li Tai confronts Qin Huaidao, the Prince of Han, and the grand plan secretly plotted by the Eighteenth Prince.
Although it involves damaging the Jiangnan Road Grand Canal, Hangzhou, and several groups led by Situ Xing of Jiangnan East Road Inspectorate, it will not affect the overall situation.
It must be said that the intimidation brought by Emperor Han Qinhua Dao's journey to the south of the Yangtze River was immense, causing the plans of the Eighteenth Prince to waver. If it hadn't been for the occurrence of the Yellow River crisis this year, they might never have had the opportunity to realize their plans.
Inciting unrest among the grain merchants in Chang'an is just a rumor created to spread the word that the imperial court intends to deal with the grain merchants, in order to facilitate the control of hidden rebel forces over the grain merchants in various regions. Originally, the plan was for the grain merchants to disrupt the market and eventually be killed as a result. However, Wei Shuyu's intervention changed the plan for the Chang'an grain merchants, but in return, gained the support of a powerful rebel force in Lingnan Province. This deal only brings profits and no losses.
Of course, such matters cannot be openly stated. Although the information collected by the Masked Man through the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion is enough to prove that he is not a loyal hound of the court, it does not necessarily mean that he is completely aligned with him.
"When it comes to cooperation, mere verbal commitments from the Wei family are not enough to demonstrate sincerity. If we want to continue discussions, they will have to present a more genuine form of collaboration. Let's end it here for today. What we desire cannot be decided by young Master Wei alone. During this time, we can inquire with the head of the Wei family about what they can offer for a trade with us."
“如此甚好。”魏叔玉也不再多言，带着三眼刀返回信安楼。
等人离开之后，江胜为不解地问道：“你相信他？”
“信不信的，得看他做什么，若他能做到我想要的，什么身份并不重要，哪怕他真是陛下的鹰犬，也有利用的价值，更何况他的身份，应该做不得假。”
"Are you so sure?"
"He had secretly killed a whole town in Lingnan Road. Do you think someone like that would be a henchman of the imperial court?"
"Hmm."
The unexpected answer made Jiang Sheng unable to resist looking towards the direction where Young Master Wei had left. Such a gentle and courteous young nobleman actually had the skills of a ruthless killer.
At this moment, Jiang Sheng felt a strange sensation welling up in his heart, unsure whether it was envy or jealousy.
If he had such foresight and capabilities, he could have done even more for the Jiang family in Chang'an, preventing them from ending up in such a dilapidated state after the battle in Hangzhou.
Unfortunately, it is all too late. Now, besides seeking revenge, he has no capital left to pursue anything else and can only rely on this masked person.
Congratulations, Lord, on acquiring another excellent chess piece. The game of the world is becoming more and more interesting.
"Whether I am a good chess player or not, we will only know after tonight."
The masked man's face showed no expression as he wore a mask.
After returning to the Xin'an Building, San Yan Dao did not ask any further. Although he wanted to put an end to this trouble caused by the big man, he knew that it required the holy will of the emperor.
This person is becoming more and more audacious, dare to openly incite grain merchants to revolt. In the eyes of San Yan Dao, this is a major taboo.
Even if he is just bluffing, in the end, I do not agree with this approach, which aims to convince grain merchants to abandon their opposition against the court and willingly contribute their grain to the Han Dynasty, even if it yields positive results.
Good deeds do not necessarily require good actions to be accomplished, but if evil actions are used to promote good deeds, what is used is no longer a good intention, but intimidation.
When the source changes, the essence naturally changes. For the Three Eye Sword, principles must not be violated.
This is also the foundation of his control over the Criminal Court.
Wei Shuyu is well aware of his ideas. Only by understanding people's hearts can one plan and strategize. If he couldn't see this, Qin Huaidao would not have assigned Wei Shuyu such an important task.
But he doesn't care.
He doesn't care about anyone's thoughts, he only cares about his own ideas, acting egocentrically. As long as this matter is right, the process doesn't matter, only achieving the desired result matters.
Ignoring the emotional state of San Yan Dao, he instructed, "Be careful tonight, I am certain that the Masked Man will arrange for assassins to come and kill us."
"Assassinate? Weren't you discussing cooperation this morning?" San Yan Dao was somewhat puzzled.
Wei Shuyu smiled. If it were any other person under Tianyan, he wouldn't need to explain himself, as they only needed to follow orders. However, the person in front of him, San Yan Dao, was completely different.