Chapter 93 Quarrel
Lu Zhongshan's words were extremely rude. If it were Zhao Ji, he would definitely not be able to bear it and would engage in a fierce battle with him in his rage.
However, Zhuge Feng did not disappoint as the leader of the Wind Chasers. He was able to yield and adapt, prioritizing the bigger picture. In this situation, he still maintained a calm and collected smile, saying lightly: "Lord Luo, I admit that what happened a month ago was an error on our part. However, since it has already occurred, we have come today to negotiate a truce. So, I'd like to extend my sincerity and offer compensation for the incident."
Zhuge Feng's frankness was beyond everyone's expectations. Zhao Ji originally thought that both sides would engage in a war of words for 300 rounds, but unexpectedly, Zhuge Feng directly admitted it.
Zhuge Feng directly acknowledged, also making Luo Chongshan somewhat unexpected, his eyebrows unintentionally furrowed for a moment, but soon relaxed again, and said loudly: "Alright, since you've admitted it and are willing to make amends, then speak up, how do you plan to compensate?"
The combined strength of the five major families is indeed not something that the Wind Chasers can match, but the five families are not a monolithic entity. The matter with the Luo family requires the other four families to work together, and for now, it's still manageable, but if this situation continues for an extended period, the other four families will inevitably become resentful.
The Luo family can't take down the Wind Chasers alone, but wanting to eradicate them is unrealistic. Moreover, if they continue fighting like this, the Luo family will also suffer significant losses. As the head of the Luo family, Luo Zhongshan must prioritize the bigger picture and always keep in mind the rise and fall of the Luo family's legacy.
It's precisely because of these reasons that Luo Zhongshan is willing to negotiate, willing to accept mediation, and willing to accept their compensation. Otherwise, his beloved daughter would be at a disadvantage, and with his usual temperament, he absolutely wouldn't let the matter drop.
"I am willing to compensate the Luo family with a thousand taels of gold. Moreover, wherever the Luo family's merchant caravan goes, not only will I, the Wind Chaser Thief, retreat and avoid them, but also, within the jurisdiction of Four Sides City, I will escort and protect them all the way."
Without any hesitation, Zhuge Feng directly spoke out, apparently having thought it through long before.
"Master Luo, I don't know, what do you think?"
"Hmph, don't mention a thousand taels of gold, even if it's ten thousand taels of gold, to the Luo family, it's nothing. It seems that Zhuge Feng, you don't have any sincerity in negotiating a truce at all."
A deep, cold hum, Luo Zhongshan's expression became extremely ugly, as if there was a thunderous anger brewing.
As one of the top three merchant families in Sifang City, a thousand taels of gold was nothing to sneeze at. As for what Zhuge Feng said about the Luo family's caravan being able to make the Pursuing Wind Bandits retreat and even provide them with protection, Luo Chongshan didn't think much of it, considering it mere nonsense.
"Old man, you're not satisfied with a thousand taels of gold. What more do you want? If you really anger us, I guarantee that the Luo family's merchant caravan will never leave Four Sides City."
A young man behind Zhuge Feng heard this and became enraged, pointing at Luo Zhongshan and shouting loudly.
As the master of the Luo family and the ruler of Sifang City, no matter who he faced, Luo Chongshan would always be treated with respect. When had he ever been subjected to such humiliation? His heart was burning with anger.
"Zhuge Feng, you really don't have the intention to negotiate a truce. If you want to go to war, just say so directly. There's no need to beat around the bush and use a junior like me as a scapegoat."
This nearly insulting rebuke, although it made Lu Chongshan extremely angry in his heart, did not show the slightest expression on his face. He calmly and quietly said to Zhuge Feng.
"Let's end today's negotiation here, we'll meet on the battlefield in the future."
Sonorous and powerful language, after listening to it, as if arrived at the battlefield of golden spear and iron horse, when the words ended, Luo Zhongshan turned his horse's head, ready to leave and bloom [Lu Zhen same person] full text.
"Wait, Lord Luo."
A loud shout came from Zhuge's mouth, and then he turned around and slapped the young man who had just spoken in the face, sending him flying out.
"Who allowed you to interrupt? You're so unruly! I'm negotiating with Master Luo, what right do you have to speak?"
Fanning away the interrupting young man, Zhuge Feng hastily said to Luo Chongshan in a loud voice: "Master Luo, this junior is out of line and has made you laugh, but I've already punished him. You can't really take him seriously, can you?"
It's no wonder that he is the leader of the Wind Chasers, a hero in his own right. Zhuge Feng's tactics are indeed extraordinary. With these words, Luo Zhongshan really couldn't just turn against him now.
"In my opinion, that slap from Zhuge Feng just now looked like it was used with great force, but it must have been held back, because it didn't hurt at all when it hit the face, it's purely superficial."
Lu Yu's face revealed a hint of disdainful cold smile, and she said in a soft voice.
This time, the negotiation was mainly led by Luo Zhongshan. Gu Wanda, Guan Feng, Lu Yu and Lü Yuan were not far behind him, forming a small circle with Zhao Ji and Luo Qiushui.
"Oh, how can you tell."
With a flash of his eyes, Lü Yuan asked.
Zhuge Feng's slap, Zhao Ji didn't see any fake at all. At this time, he heard that Lu Yu had a high opinion and couldn't help but perk up his ears to listen carefully.
"The young man who was blown away by Zhuge Feng's wind, his name is Zhuge Yun, and he is Zhuge Feng's son. It is said that Zhuge Feng has always been very fond of his own son, how could he bear to use such heavy-handed tactics."
Lu Yu explained with great relish.
"So it was."
When Zhao suddenly realized, he saw Luo Qiushui also showing a hint of sudden realization, but Gu Wanda, Guan Feng and Lü Yuan didn't think much of it, possibly because they had already understood the matter long ago.
"Luojie, do you think my analysis is correct?"
Lu Yu smiled and asked Luo Qiushui.
Although it was an inquiry, Lu Yu's expression was arrogant, and the meaning expressed was clearly to ask Luo Qiushui for praise.
Lu Yuruo showed off himself, that's okay, others wouldn't bother with him, but by doing so to curry favor with Luo Qiushui, someone couldn't help but feel uneasy, or maybe it was just jealousy.
"Lu, my young friend, your words are wrong. I've heard that Zhuge Feng is a ruthless and cunning person. He may dote on his own son, but when it comes to important matters, he won't hesitate to take action. You should know that Luo Shibo's martial arts skills are exceptional, and if Zhuge Feng tries to deceive him and gets found out, this meeting will end in disaster, and the consequences would be too much for Zhuge Feng to bear."
With a confident smile, Guan Feng analyzed with great certainty.
"Yes, it's impossible for Zhuge Feng to fake it. Father's eyesight is very sharp, if he were to pretend, father would not have continued negotiating with him."
Guan Feng's words made Luo Qiushui feel very polite, so he spoke out and highly agreed.
"Guān Fēng, you, it seems like you're determined to be against me."
He had originally wanted to show off his cleverness to the beauty, but unexpectedly, he ended up making a fool of himself. Lu Yu was furious, pointing at Guan Feng with anger and resentment that would not subside.
Facing Lu Yu's twisted and ferocious face, Guan Feng was not bothered. As a fellow heir of the four major families, he wouldn't be afraid of Lu Yu. On the contrary, he glanced at Lu Yu with disdain and sneered, "What, don't you even allow others to express their opinions?"
