Shen Tang was not surprised by Wang Ji's transformation.
From the fact that she deceived the Ten Crows Messengers in order to make a living and pushed the baby in her belly to Zheng Qiao, it can be seen that this woman values her life very much, and her stake in survival is built on lies.
As long as it is a lie, it will be exposed one day...
Her life is in danger!
It is only natural to find another more reliable piece of driftwood, or even use it to climb ashore.
The only thing he didn't expect was that Wang Ji made up her mind so quickly. Shen Tang thought it would take a while.
It’s not that Shen Tang was looking forward to the so-called alliance, but Wang Ji’s several attempts were very hasty, and she didn’t do a thorough enough “background check” on Shen Tang. She dared to reveal her true face without being sure - I don’t know whether to say that she was desperate and tried every possible means or that she had a keen eye for heroes, and she found a reliable ally right away.
Shen Tang said calmly: "Seeking a way to survive? Your Highness Princess Wang thinks too highly of me..."
Wang Ji's face turned pale, but she said calmly: "This palace... No, I can see that there is something wrong with these tribute girls presented to Shiwu. Although I don't know what Mr. Shen is planning, I can be sure that you will not push them into the fire pit!"
If he had this intention, why did he kill ten of the Ten Crows' personal guards last night and cause trouble with the Ten Crows' envoys
Isn’t Shen Tang afraid that he won’t be able to go back
Wang Ji always felt that there was something wrong with this group of tribute girls.
Shen Tang only said: "But you are the princess who is married to a foreign king."
She avoided the question of "one thousand tribute girls" and pointed out Wang Ji's current status. She was one of the marriage partners of the two countries, not an optional tribute girl.
Ask Shen Tang for help, how can Shen Tang help
Kill the ten crows and take the people away
Shen Tang doesn't have that ability yet.
If it can't bring him enough benefits to match these risks, what benefit can Shen Tang get from helping the other party
She was not a reincarnated bodhisattva, and she did not have the noble sentiment of self-sacrifice. She sneered: "Does Wang Ji know the risks of this matter?"
Gritting his teeth, he said, "No matter what Mr. Shen wants, as long as I can survive and do it, I will definitely help you achieve it!"
If you want people to do something, you have to give them benefits.
Wang Ji naturally understood this truth.
Because ever since she was old enough to understand, her every move and every thought has been to increase her own bargaining chips.
As a maid's child, she has lived in the inner house full of intrigues since she was a child. She has no favored mother to protect her, and no father to love her. Her mistress is not mean but she only treats her with face. The servants are the most discerning. They deduct their own expenses, neglect her in life, and secretly look down on her. The only person she can rely on is herself.
Rack your brains to plan your future.
For this reason, she did not hesitate to get pregnant before marriage and had a substantial relationship with the only son of the official she was very optimistic about. Although the other party was also born out of wedlock, he was the only son, and all the family property would belong to him in the future, and his background would not be much different from hers.
It was almost certain that she would become the head wife.
Who knew that she would be crowned as a princess
If she didn't have this evil obstacle in her belly, even if she were to marry into a remote wilderness as a princess like a mascot, as long as she was humble and flattered her future husband, her life would not be too bad.
If the two countries are friendly, the future will be smooth. If not, how can the ten crows have less food to eat
Unfortunately, she had no chance to deal with this evil.
Now she just wants to live, and the chips she has now may be able to impress Mr. Shen!
Shen Tang was surprised: "Oh?"
She was curious now.
"Then how can your highness help me?"
Wang Ji asked, "How about the defense deployment of the Ten Crow tribes?"
Shen Tang: “…”
This is the trump card at the beginning.
"How did you get this thing?"
This kind of secret among secrets is so secret that only a few people can access it, let alone the Geng Kingdom, even within the Shiwu Kingdom.
Wang Ji was just a marriage mascot, she had no channels and no qualifications to contact them. But judging from her expression, she didn't seem to be bluffing. If you deceive her, aren't you afraid of having your head twisted off
Wang Ji said, "That cannot be said."
Shen Tang: "Do you think I would be interested in this?"
Wang Ji asked in return: "Which ambitious person with blood still hot would not hate the crimes committed by Shiwu in Longwu County? How can you guarantee that the fate of the former county governor will not fall on you? How can you endure such a deep hatred?"
As she finished speaking, she looked at Shen Tang with a subtle look of inquiry and questioning - as if silently asking, "Do you still have guts?" If Shen Tang was a little more thin-skinned and less determined, he would really be irritated by her.
But she is the most shameless person in the world.
"Guarding Yonggu Pass, governing Longwu County, and not putting the people in danger because of impulsiveness, this is the duty of a county governor. As for the rest, it depends on the future opportunity." Shen Tang looked normal, which made Wang Ji, who was originally confident, unsure, "However, if the deployment is really..."
Under Wang Ji's eyes that had rekindled hope, Shen Tang said, "It's not that we can't take a gamble once."
well-
Kang Shi should be the one to do the gambling.
"… Therefore, Your Highness, I will not be able to rest assured until I see the 'down payment' you give me."
When Shen Tang left the luxury car, he tucked a handkerchief stained with a faint scent of rouge into his sleeve, with an uninhibited smile on his lips, and in front of everyone, he waved to Gu Chi to leave.
Gu Chi looked away from Shen Tang's sleeves, narrowed his eyes and teased, "My Lord, do you know who you looked like just now?"
Shen Tang knows his own limitations.
"The prodigal who just stole the jade and the fragrance?"
Gu Chi clapped his hands and praised: "That's very appropriate!"
But Shen Tang did this to dispel the suspicion that might exist in secret. After all, who would do a shady business like her? Shen Tang swaggered back to his own camp, doing what he had to do, without talking about the deal with Wang Ji at all, until night fell, when he took out the handkerchief while eating with Jiang Sheng and others.
Jiang Sheng looked puzzled.
I didn't dare take the handkerchief.
You cannot take the lord's handkerchief without permission.
Shen Tang had no choice but to place the handkerchief over the candle flame to warm it slightly. Under the gaze of several people, a small map gradually emerged on the originally blank handkerchief. Compared with the map given by General Chu at Yonggu Pass last time, this one was obviously much more exquisite. Not only were the rivers, mountains, and tribes marked on it, but also the approximate number of people in the tribe and the young and strong military force were marked in tiny characters on the side.
Even though Gu Chi was mentally prepared, his eyes widened and he took a breath.
"Where did the princess get it?"
Shen Tang had no idea: "It doesn't matter how she got it, as long as the map can be used and is easy to use, it's good."
When Jiang Sheng heard that the map was related to Wang Ji, he suddenly thought about it and roughly guessed where the map came from.
He whispered, "Fidelity?"
Shen Tang shook his head: "No, the truth needs further verification. If it is true, it will be much easier to deal with the Ten Crows. I went to test it. We are only half a month away from the Royal Court. Some arrangements must be made as soon as possible..."
Putting aside other things, Shen Tang had no intention of sending the so-called "one thousand tribute women" over. These one thousand people were kept to cause trouble within the Shiwu, and they just lacked a perfect opportunity.
Just when I was wondering whether I should create chaos so that the "One Thousand Tribute Girls" could escape in all directions—
The opportunity presented itself to me.
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