Chapter 36: Liaison (Part 2)

  Lin Yong's meaning is very simple and straightforward. Su Xiao Yi was very rude, so I'm not happy about it. However, their power is too great, and I don't dare to provoke them. If you want me to join you, you need to show some real ability to prove that you can protect us brothers. Otherwise, there's nothing to talk about. A good impression can't be eaten as food, nor can it be used as a life-saving tool. Even if I have a good impression of Song Qing, if you don't have the ability to protect us, we can't follow you.

  Another condition is also very reasonable, after we brothers flee to you, what treatment will you give us? Since we take the risk of offending Su Xiao Yi and flee to you, it can't be worse than before, and it should be better than before, so that we can follow you with peace of mind.

  Song Qingwei hesitated for a moment, then nodded to the several big shots around him and said with an air of grandeur: "Su Xiaoyi's great name, I have also admired it for a long time. However, this person has a habit that I think is very bad. In my opinion, the current situation is still okay, but if we continue to expand further, it will likely be a path to death. At that time, don't mention expanding outward, even our own territory may not be able to be protected. If something else goes wrong, it's possible that even life and property will be lost!"

  This remark is heart-piercing and seems a bit too much, the people around are stunned, even Ding Kui didn't expect Song Qing to say this. Su Xiao Yi's strength is evident, especially after the great battle between the east and north cities, he, the temporary ally from the south city, has gained a reputation that is unmatched for a time. Otherwise, they wouldn't have dared to send just a few subordinates to take over this territory. Now, in your words, he's directly become a dying man, if he dares to expand further, his life might be at stake too, this is really hard to believe.

  Ding Kui was a meticulous person, still pondering the meaning of Song Qing's words. Lin Yong couldn't think that much and asked directly: "Brother Song, your words are confusing me. Su Xiao Yi is one of the most powerful people in Xuzhou City, unless Sun Man Sheng and Liao Hong join forces, who can move him? However, Brother Song has said so, you must have your own understanding. We brothers are rough men, not comparable to Brother Song, an official. You should explain it clearly to us!"

  Lin Yong's words were somewhat veiled, first pointing out his own distrust and then pointing out Song Qing's official status. The implication was that you are an official, we won't oppose what you say, but not opposing doesn't mean we believe it either. If there isn't a reasonable explanation, expecting us to give up on Su Xiao-yi just because of these few threatening words is definitely impossible. Song Qing had anticipated this and lightly laughed a few times, saying to Lin Yong and the others who looked at him with curiosity: "Brother Lin claims to be an uncouth person, but in my opinion, he isn't. An uncouth person wouldn't think about not easily offending the official rules, an uncouth person would only be like Su Xiao-yi, recklessly chopping and killing, thinking that with just a few knives they can dominate. They don't know that without the officials' protection, relying on themselves to fight and kill, as the number of people they offend grows, they will eventually be destroyed by everyone joining forces!"

  At first, Lin Yong didn't take it seriously, but when Song Qing mentioned the government office, he realized that there was indeed some truth to it. Thinking carefully, Su Xiao Yi had almost no help from the government office and relied solely on himself to lead his brothers out of danger. Such a person is indeed admirable, but also really hard to sustain for long.

  If it were just a temporary situation, that would be fine, but Su Xiao-Yi didn't have the slightest intention of finding a backer in the government. He had risen to his current position over two years ago, and if he had such thoughts, he would have already gotten close to some big shot by now. Lin Yong knew that no one in any official position inside or outside of Xuzhou had any connection with Su Xiao-Yi, and Su Xiao-Yi had never contacted anyone either. There were even rumors that a certain big shot had sent someone to actively seek him out, but was rejected by him.

  Su Xiao-Yi was previously only stationed in the south of the city, where there were many poor families, and it was considered a typical example of "difficult to govern". The officials probably didn't take action because of this. But if Su Xiao-Yi continues to expand outward, someone will likely intervene. If the prefecture and the Jianghu Dao join forces, and Song Qing's side uses force, Su Xiao-Yi might end up with a tragic fate. Now that they have already clashed with Song Qing, how far away is that day?

  Lin Yong's physique was weak and his martial arts skills were not outstanding, but he became the leader of the local Jianghu figures relying on his ruthlessness and cleverness. As for Su Xiao Yi's matter, Lin didn't want to think about it, but the more he thought about it, the more frightened he became. Looking at Song Qing's calm demeanor, Lin thought that he might not be afraid of conflict and even wanted Su Xiao Yi to attack first, then use several forces to eliminate him together. The balance in his mind suddenly shifted, and he smiled awkwardly: "Brother Song's meaning, I roughly understand, but what about our brothers following you for meals in the future?"

  "Just like now, everything remains unchanged!" Song Qing said with a piercing gaze: "Anyway, the people in charge are all here, and Song Mou has come personally. If none of you have any objections, Song Mou will bring his brothers over tomorrow and take this place down directly. If someone comes from Su Xiao's side, I'll take care of it myself, no need for my brothers to risk their lives. Just let the parents here see Song Mou's skills, and Song Mou can guarantee that the days ahead will only get better. If not, my brothers can leave on their own, or even start anew here, Song Mou won't interfere!"

  This was said with great confidence, and Song Qing had come in person, without putting on any airs, so it seemed more sincere. Moreover, the description of Su Xiao Yi's future prospects just now had also moved the hearts of several people who could make decisions here. At this time, seeing Song Qing clarify his words, they all cast their eyes towards Lin Yong, and also nodded slightly without leaving a trace. Lin Yong saw that everyone had no objections, and said very decisively: "Since it's like this, from now on, brothers will follow Brother Song. However, Lin Mou has ugly words to say in advance. If Su Xiao Yi wins this time and Brother Song can't resist, don't blame us for changing sides at the last minute. After all, everyone is eating the same bowl of rice in Jianghu, and there are also parents, wives, and children at home. What's said about official family protection is all for later. The knife under the eyelids doesn't recognize people. If someone really puts a knife to our necks, we can only lower our heads and admit defeat!"

  "Haha, don't worry about it, Lin!" Song Qing laughed and said: "This is only natural. Tomorrow morning, I'll bring people over to wait specifically for Su Xiao Yi. If we can't defeat him, then if you brothers want to surrender to the other side, I won't have any objections!"

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