Steam Era: The Lord of 'Puluo' Chapter 1155 579: Pillow City_3

The head on the left is Lord Lu, who strongly disagrees with Luo Lijun's statement: "So what if the Peddler is alive? Our army fulfills the imperial command to suppress rebellion, are we afraid of an ordinary merchant?"

Luo Yanjun chimed in: "Lord Lu, this statement might not be proper; though he is a merchant, calling him ordinary seems far off by tens of thousands of miles, right?"

Luo Lijun said: "Three lords, we have suffered many losses from the Peddler, some past battle examples, I'm sure you all remember,

It was precisely because of receiving news of the Peddler's death that the Imperial Court planned to conquer the Demon Land. Now that the Peddler is still alive, the matter of sending troops must be carefully deliberated."

The head on the far right is Lord Bi; he also spoke up: "Although the merchant is still alive, Snowflake Beach has suffered repeatedly, yet he sits by unmoved,

And this time, when Zhang Gunli fought against the head of the Snowflake Beach thieves, the Peddler appeared, yet Zhang Gunli could still escape unscathed, indicating that the Peddler is severely injured and unable to fight; now is the perfect opportunity to suppress the rebellion."

It's indeed curious that Zhang Gunli encountered the Peddler and returned alive.

Luo Lijun wanted to explain, but Lord Fan didn't give her a chance: "Mr. Luo, I've heard that you have a lot of dealings with the Demon Land; is there something else involved?"

Luo Lijun's body shook, feeling somewhat angry.

"Lord Fan, first stabilize the Demon Land, then gradually explore the Outside Provinces; this was clearly stated in the official document from the Imperial Court, word by word. Now, if you say I'm colluding with the Demon Land, does it mean the Imperial Court instructed me to collude?"

Lord Fan remained silent, while Lord Lu said: "Lord Fan was only making a metaphor."

Luo Lijun, now quite angry, spoke without regard to status: "Previously, Lord Fan suggested sending spies to the Outside Provinces, but have you considered how many of our clan lost their lives for this, and in the end, how much information was obtained?

This matter hasn't been clearly explained yet, and now you're accusing me of colluding with the Demon Land? Lord Fan, aren't you being too arrogant?"

Lord Bi said: "We're only offering advice; how to decide the matter depends on those in charge of military affairs."

"If you aren't managing military affairs, why are the three lords now meddling in the expedition to the Demon Land?"

Lord Fan got angry; his stout body suddenly grew three feet taller.

The Crystal Palace creaked as it grew significantly taller along with Lord Fan's body.

Lord Fan looked down at Luo Lijun, speaking in a low voice: "As someone with royal blood, it's my duty to assist the Imperial Court and offer strategies for the state; it's my responsibility to give my utmost effort, without shirking,

Mr. Luo, holding onto past matters here, what's your purpose? Are you trying to catch my mistake and shut my mouth?"

Creak... creak...

The Crystal Hall continued to expand relentlessly.

Luo Yanjun sighed softly; the royal bloodline ultimately was an insurmountable threshold.

Luo Lijun controlled her emotions and tone: "According to Lord Fan's intention, how should this matter be handled?"

"How to handle it is up to those dealing with military matters; we're just offering our opinions."

"Spread the news in Demon Land, saying the Peddler is dead, and see if the Peddler dares to come out."

"If he doesn't dare to emerge, it proves his combat ability is insufficient; we should seize this opportunity to eradicate Demon Land."

Luo Lijun remained silent for a long while, then sighed lightly: "Fine, let's proceed according to the three lords' plan."

...

At Xiaoyao Lodge, Li Banfeng held a cup while listening to Xiuer mutter beside him: "Old Qi, did something really happen to the Peddler?"

Li Banfeng remained silent.

Zhang Xiuling added: "Seventh Master, if something really happened, just give us a straightforward answer, so I can prepare my brothers in the Gang for a fight with the Inner State."

Li Banfeng still said nothing.

The Head of the Qingyun Society, Han Yaomen, was anxious: "Seventh Master, please say something; while I can't speak for others, rest assured the brothers in Qingyun Society will surely not bow to the Inner State."

The crowd spoke up one after another, asking endlessly.

Ma Wu, fearing that they might annoy Li Qi, constantly urged from the side: "Everyone, let's discuss slowly; even Old Qi doesn't know some things."

"How could Seventh Master not know?" Shen Jinzhong of the Three Heroes Gang shook his head, "I think the Peddler is in grave danger; we'd better prepare early."

"What nonsense? What danger?" Li Qi put down his cup, "I saw the Peddler in New Land just the day before yesterday; he has been busy these past few days and hasn't had time for business, so why are there so many rumors flying around here? Where did you hear all these stories?"

He Yuxiu said: "The newspapers have reported the news; not just Greenwater City, but the entire Puluo State has almost heard about this."

"Which newspaper's report? I'll smash their press later!" Li Qi stood up, "Everyone tidy up your own businesses and territories; live your days as you should,

The Inner State might be stirring up trouble, deliberately spreading rumors; gather your people and be more prepared."

Li Qi left Xiaoyao Lodge. Just based on his few words, the crowd couldn't settle down; they kept arguing in the private room.

At seven in the evening, Xiaoyao Lodge still hadn't seen much business, and the mood in Greenwater City was tense; even the thought of visiting the dance hall disappeared.

The situation was much the same throughout Puluo State, and if the Peddler didn't appear, it's challenging to predict what might happen next.

But how can the Peddler reappear?

...

Ding-a-ling, ding-a-ling...

"Soap, snow cream, silk scarves, handkerchiefs, sewing kits,

Leather buckets, whatever, and iron buckets, and shovels!

Pickled jars, soy sauce pots, rice spoons, water ladles, chopping knives!,

A cart of good goods with an old brand, everything's sold at a fair price, choose as you please!"