Chapter 837: Chapter 525: After So Many Years as a Ghost, Don’t You Want to Be Human Again? (2)

Any minister who wishes to please their superior and gain the emperor’s approval and trust has their own set of advanced principles.

Sheng Jing was entrusted with significant responsibilities by Zhong Daolong, elevated to one of the three ministers of the Empire as the Finance Minister…

This can be described as a position of great authority.

Is it merely because Sheng Jing excels in economics?

There are at least eight hundred, if not a thousand, talented individuals in economics; why him?

He is not incapable of building relationships; he simply chooses not to build a good relationship with you.

Shen Wuxiang understands this principle, and he knows Sheng Jing understands it too.

“…”

Sheng Jing fell silent once more.

He indeed never thought of establishing a good relationship with Shen Wuxiang.

Even subconsciously keeping a distance from the Shen Family.

People like them, with just a slight release of goodwill, the other party can perceive it clearly.

How would they come asking for accountability?

“I am wholeheartedly working for the country, and this does not conflict with the Military Minister’s dedication to the country.” Sheng Jing raised his head to look at Shen Wuxiang, once again declaring his political stance: “When the country thrives, the Military Minister thrives.”

Sheng Jing’s dedication to the country is to focus on economic development.

Improving the economy leads to higher living standards for the citizens, making the nation increasingly better, doesn’t it?

Whereas Shen Wuxiang’s strategy is… to take control of the country.

Managing a wealthy and strong nation… isn’t it good too?

Our interests are aligned.

Shen Wuxiang understood Sheng Jing’s intention.

Indeed, unyielding to both soft and hard approaches.

He set down his teacup, the smile fading from his face, looking at Sheng Jing, asking: “When will the stock market return to normal?”

“Within three days.”

“No, one day.”

Shen Wuxiang stood up, casting a superior gaze at Sheng Jing seated in place, saying: “I want to see results within one day. If there’s no change in mindset, then we’ll change people.”

He turned and walked toward the doorway.

After several steps, he paused, smiling as he said: “Brother Sheng, I advise you once again, understanding the situation makes one a hero.”

“Whatever they can offer you, I can offer. Whatever they cannot, I also can.”

With that, he left with a group of guards.

His stride, reminiscent of a dragon and a tiger, indeed carried an imperial air.

Sheng Jing lifted the teacup, taking a sip with a ‘slurp’.

It was somewhat bitter.

Sheng Kuang came over, sitting where Shen Wuxiang had previously sat, looking at his elder brother, asking: “Why not agree with him? Even pretending would do.”

“You don’t understand,” Sheng Jing said aloud.

Certain matters, once you enter, you cannot exit.

Once agreeing to collaborate with the Shen Family, Shen Wuxiang will inevitably force him to make comprehensive statements.

By then, how will they extricate themselves?

Does Shang Xiulin not understand this principle? He simply can’t do it.

Those who jump horizontally are politicians.

Those with firm stances are statesmen.

Win fame during one’s life and posthumously.

Even if it’s dangerous.

Sheng Kuang understood his elder brother’s character; if threatened a couple of times by others, he would panic and surrender… then he wouldn’t be himself.

“Regarding the stock market… what do you think? They only gave one day.”

Bang!

Sheng Jing set down the teacup, eyes shimmering, firmly saying: “We need to intensify our efforts.”

“Brother…” Sheng Kuang called out worriedly.

Shen Wuxiang had just told his brother to calm the stock market unrest within one day, yet his brother wanted to escalate the disruption…

Isn’t this clearly opposing Shen Wuxiang?

Would Shen Wuxiang tolerate this?

Sheng Jing chuckled, looking at Sheng Kuang, saying: “In matters of fighting, I’m inferior to you, but in matters of thinking, you’re inferior to me.”

“…”

Is his brother implying he’s brainless?

“Let Xin Huai come back home; don’t go to school these days.”

“Brother suspects someone might harm her?”

“Considering more possibilities is always good.”

“I understand.” Sheng Kuang nodded, looking at Sheng Jing, saying: “Should Brother also avoid the Ministry of Finance for now?”

“Why would that work?” Sheng Kuang laughed, saying: “The day I don’t appear, miscellaneous noises will emerge within the ministry, unsettling the people, how can everyone work then?”

“What about Brother’s safety?”

“If Shen Wuxiang wants to harm me, he is playing with fire and causing his own demise.”

“But…”

“Listen to me.”

“Yes, Brother.”

Mei Yuyin came down from downstairs, noticing all the guests were gone, asked in confusion: “Not dining at home anymore? Didn’t we say to drink till drop?”

Sheng Jing comforted: “It’s fine, I’ll have a drink with Sheng Kuang.”

“By the way, call Xin Huai back… let her drink to her heart’s content today.”

“…”

Mei Yuyin’s heart suddenly tightened.

Such unusual behavior signals abnormality.

Is this… an unsuccessful negotiation?

——

Shen Qingping stayed on Ghost Mountain for a very long time, long enough that he couldn’t recall what year it was.

However, when he saw Tang Fei’s smiling face, he felt a sensation akin to seeing a ghost…

Even though he had encountered ghosts far more ferocious on Ghost Mountain.

“Tang Fei!” Shen Qingping glared at Tang Fei, venomously shouting this name.

What kind of expression is this?

Does he think we’re good friends or something?

How did I end up here… doesn’t he have a rough estimate?

“Here,” Tang Fei replied joyfully: “Brother Qingping, long time no see, still as charming as ever.”

“…”

Lu Siyu quietly edged to the side.

Afraid of being caught in the crossfire if a shell lands…

When Tang Fei first arrived at New Star, she paid attention to him, naturally aware of the enmity between Tang Fei and Shen Qingping.

To prevent Tang Fei from entering the Imperial First Military Academy, Shen Qingping swapped the testing object in advance, personally stepping in for an upgrade-level kill attempt…

This contributed to the ‘Jungle Warfare Map’ which is still used at the Imperial First Military Academy till now.

Due to the classic nature of this map and Tang Fei’s ghostly movement technique exhibited in the jungle, Shen Qingping was completely nailed onto the pillar of shame…

Who learns from this map without understanding the stories it contains?

Tang Fei was escorted by Phoenix to the Shen Family’s old mansion in Luojia Mountain, seeking accountability and Shen Qingping was kicked to Dushan by Shen Boyu to guard the Ghostly area.

Well, this is also why they’re meeting here…

Could Tang Fei’s visit this time be specifically to see Shen Qingping?

What does he intend to do?

Is there something here he wants?

“Brother Qingping, came all this way to see you, are you not inviting an old friend for a drink?” Tang Fei called out.

“Of course.” Shen Qingping’s eyes were frigid, coldly replying: “It’s something I dream of doing.”

He waved a hand; countless troops encircled Tang Fei and Lu Siyu.

“Take them back to the base.”

“Yes.” Those soldiers, brimming with murderous intent, pounced forward like ravenous wolves.

“Don’t act rashly, don’t act rashly… I’m friends with your General…”

While Tang Fei spoke, the Dog Leg Knife at his waist rotated above the heads of those burly soldiers.

The soldiers turned to look at Shen Qingping…

What exactly is your relationship?

There seems to be familiarity.

Should we use lethal force or not?

If we don’t use lethal force… we’ll be chopped to death instead.

Shen Qingping eyes coldly observed, sneering: “Didn’t you say you’re friends? Why not dare to have them disarm you?”

“Between friends, need there be disarmament?” Tang Fei said indignantly: “Even friends have defenses?”

“Strangers entering the base must disarm.”

“No way.” Tang Fei shook his head in refusal: “I fear you won’t treat me as a friend.”

“…”

Tang Fei wasn’t an idiot.

He wouldn’t act like those foolish male protagonists in films, removing his weapons and being blindfolded for a hogtie.

What if they hack you with a knife?

What if they bury you directly into a pit?

Those who emerged from old soil believe only one truth: Do not trust human nature.

At any time, do not entrust your life into others’ hands.

It’s even less possible to entrust your life to your enemy.

Are you eager to die sooner?

“Since it’s like this…” Shen Qingping’s eyes were sinister, voiced sternly: “We have nothing more to discuss.”

He raised his hand, countless barrels brightened with a blue glow.

This was the signal of energy accumulation.

“Shen Qingping, you’ve been a ghost for so many years, don’t you want to return to being human?” Tang Fei squinted at Shen Qingping, loudly asking.