The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1803 Zhang Cheng: "My rules are the only rules!"

On the land of Qilu, on Liangshan Marsh,

After the second attack on Zhujiazhuang ended, the brothers on the mountain were full of complaints.
After all, this was the second time they'd fought; not only had they suffered heavy losses, but several of their brothers had also been caught in the crossfire.

Seated at the head of the table, Chao Gai solemnly declared, "Brothers, do not be hasty. This time, we will surely wash away the shame of the previous two defeats!"

As soon as Chao Gai finished speaking, everyone present looked at him.
Looking at his brothers below, Chao Gai was also in a difficult position.
But just then, a man burst in and said, "It's bad, brother! The Dingnan Army is here! They've already taken over Zhu Family Village!"

"what?"

Chao Gai abruptly stood up from his chair upon hearing these words, and cold sweat broke out on his brow.
Was Tian Hu defeated so quickly?
Upon hearing that the Dingnan Army had arrived at Zhujiazhuang, everyone present was taken aback.
"Damn it, Tian Hu claimed to control five prefectures and fifty-six counties? And what happened? He was defeated so quickly, he's utterly useless!"

Expressing his dissatisfaction, Li Kui immediately roared.
But when Song Jiang looked at Li Kui, his eyes lit up, because he seemed to have found a new "path".

That is, taking advantage of the battle to use the entire Liangshan stronghold as a bargaining chip to gain merit for their own promotion.

You know, the Dingnan Army seems easier to deal with than the imperial court!
Moreover, Zhang Cheng is a pillar of the state; if he were to recommend someone, wouldn't they be able to rise to a higher position even faster?
The moment this thought crossed his mind, Song Jiang became completely excited.
However, with so many people still in the Hall of Righteousness, Song Jiang dared not say anything, but his eyes began to flicker.

In Zhu Family Manor, the original servants had laid down their weapons and were standing obediently in the training ground.
Standing protectively beside Zhang Cheng, Mr. Jin Jian, Li Zhu, smiled and said, "Pillar of State, I think these farmhands should be used as soldiers! Otherwise, wouldn't it be a waste to keep them here to farm?"

"Pillar of State, these farmhands are all..."

Just as Mr. Jin Jian and Assistant Li finished speaking, Old Master Zhu, who was about to speak, was so frightened by Zhang Cheng's eyes that he dared not utter a word.

"Does the old man have a problem with my strategist's ideas?"

With a broad smile, Zhang Cheng walked up to the old man of the Zhu family and said, "Do you really think your sons are willing to spend their whole lives guarding these fields?"

Looking at their father with anticipation, the three brothers, Zhu Long, Zhu Hu, and Zhu Biao, became excited.
Because if one could become a general in the Dingnan Army, who would want to guard the Zhu Family Village!

“Grandpa, don’t let your narrow-mindedness cloud your vision. You need to broaden your perspective. In the future, your Zhu Family Village will belong to my Dingnan Army. Within a hundred miles, who would dare to touch you? Would your Hu Family Village dare?”

Looking at the old man of the Hu family standing to the side, Zhang Cheng laughed.

"Reporting to the Pillar of State, my Hu family certainly wouldn't dare!"

With his hands clasped in respect, Old Master Hu was more than happy to do so, because he still wanted to give his daughter to Zhang Cheng!
Standing aside, feeling unconvinced, Hu Sanniang thought Zhang Cheng was too arrogant and not like a real man at all, only knowing how to use his power to oppress others!
"Then it's settled. The servants of Zhu Family Village and Hu Family Village will be under the command of the Dingnan Army. I'll help you deal with Liangshan!"

With a broad smile, Zhang Cheng turned his head and asked, "How is it?"

"Zhu Guo is right, we brothers are all willing!"

Looking excitedly at Zhang Cheng and the three Zhu brothers, they immediately nodded.
Seeing his sons selling off their grandfather's land without a second thought, Old Master Zhu nearly vomited blood.
Isn't this a sign of arrogance? Without the servants, can this Zhu Family Village still be the Zhu Family Village?
"Du Xue, go and drag those Liangshan bandits out!"

Zhang Cheng's eyes turned cold as he spoke to Du Xue beside him.
Because he never expected that Shi Qian would be so wild in Bianliang. Besides sending Li Shishi to him, he also managed to abduct Du Xue, one of Wang Qing's subordinates, and Jin Jian Xiansheng Li Zhu. What a surprise!

"Yes, Pillar of State!"

Looking happily at Zhang Cheng, Du Xue hadn't expected that he and Li Zhu would become a commanding general and a strategist so soon after their arrival.
Indeed, Shi Qian was right. The Pillar of State truly selects talents without being bound by convention!

Before long, just as Thunderbolt Qin Ming, Fiery-Eyed Lion Deng Fei, and Cloud-Piercing Golden-Winged Roc were pulled out,
Zhang Cheng immediately said, "Let's take this one out and scrape it off first!"

Pointing at Deng Fei, Zhang Cheng didn't hesitate at all, because this thing was a perfect example of wasting air when alive and wasting land when dead.

Deng Fei stared wide-eyed in astonishment.
Before he could speak, Dong Tianbao, who had walked up beside him, grabbed his long hair and dragged him outside.

Staring at Zhang Cheng in astonishment, Old Master Zhu immediately said, "Pillar of State, why not keep this man for the future?"

"Hmm? Is Old Master Zhu trying to teach me how to do things?"

Zhang Cheng smiled broadly at Old Master Zhu, his eyes narrowing. Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Zhu Long quickly replied, "Pillar of State, you misunderstand. My father only wanted to give it to you."

"Hey, no need to say anything more. Do you really think those little bastards from Liangshan can beat me?"

Speaking with an air of authority, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but say, "When you're out in the game, it's all about power and connections!"

"I am a pillar of the Song Dynasty, and the commander of the Dingnan Army!"

As he spoke, Zhang Cheng turned his head and said, "Remember this, my rules are the only rules!"

"Yes, Pillar of State!"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, the three Zhu brothers nodded hurriedly.
Just then, Deng Fei's mournful wail came from outside, so shrill it sent chills down one's spine.
"Qin Ming, you were originally a military officer of the imperial court, but due to the Liangshan scheme, you were forced to join Liangshan. Will you surrender now or not?"

Looking at Qin Ming, Zhang Cheng asked him a question.
"Pillar of State, I am willing to surrender!"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Qin Ming immediately kowtowed, appearing extremely excited.
Qin Ming was extremely excited because finally someone from the imperial court was willing to accept him, even if it was just the Dingnan Army.
"Alright, then kill him!"

Zhang Chengshun tossed a dagger to Qin Ming and pointed to Ou Peng beside him.
"Brother Qin Ming, you?"

Staring at Qin Ming in disbelief, Ou Peng hadn't even finished speaking when a needle pierced his neck.

Staring at Qin Ming in astonishment, Ou Peng seemed somewhat frightened.
Because he couldn't understand why Qin Ming would treat him this way.
Looking at Qin Ming, Zhang Cheng patted him on the shoulder and said, "In this life, one mistake is enough. If you make another one, I, the Pillar of State, won't be able to protect you!"

"Yes, Pillar of State, Qin Ming will certainly remember this!"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Qin Ming broke out in a cold sweat. If it weren't for Wu Yong's "poisonous scheme," how could he have become an outlaw and caused the death of his family!

Shortly after, Dong Tianbao walked in, his armor covered in blood, and said, "Pillar of State, that man couldn't hold on and is dead!"

Looking at Dong Tianbao, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but say, "Your skills aren't up to par! Next time you catch a Liangshan bandit, you'd better practice!"

"Yes, Your Excellency, I will certainly study diligently!"

Nodding earnestly, Dong Tianbao's words sent chills down the spines of many, because this guy was definitely not crazy.

Back in the luxurious room arranged by the Zhu Family Manor,
Before Zhang Cheng could even sit down, Hu Sanniang was pushed in.
Awkwardly watching this scene, Zhang Cheng asked in confusion, "What are you doing here?"

"Serve me in bed!"

Looking awkwardly at Zhang Cheng, Hu Sanniang blushed after saying those words.

Just then, Li Shishi looked at Hu Sanniang and asked, "Husband, who is she?"

"It's to lighten your burden!"

Zhang Cheng smiled as he spoke to Li Shishi.

At that very moment, inside the Zhu Family Village, Zhu Biao, kneeling on the ground, looked up to the sky and roared, "No, Third Sister!"

Snowflakes flutter down, the north wind howls, and the world is shrouded in a vast expanse of white. A lone plum blossom stands proudly in the snow, its fragrance offered only for her beloved.

Seeing Zhu Biao's expression, Zhu Long and Zhu Hu, as the eldest brothers, remained silent and said, "Should we tell him? After he achieves success, finding women will be even easier?"

"Forget it? With Hu Sanniang's connections, we brothers might be able to climb the ranks even faster!"

Their eyes met, and Zhu Long and Zhu Hu both laughed, while only Zhu Biao was still pounding the ground in grief.

(End of this chapter)