Chapter 256.2
There were many people like him in the three Dynasties.
Unable to get through the winter, they had to seek other ways out.
This was also the result of the Beggar Sects propaganda, making everyone aware of the benefits of Great Xia, subtly fostering a favorable impression of Great Xia so that when troops were sent over in the future, there would be much less resistance.
Inside the imperial palace of the Great Hong Dynasty.
Your Majesty, there is a trend of promoting Great Xia among the people, which is likely the work of Great Xia! Currently, millions of our citizens have already gone to Great Xia to make a living. If this continues, it may threaten the foundation of our country and shake the roots of our nation! Please issue an imperial decree to forbid the people from leaving the border!
The Great Hong Emperor waved his hand impatiently: Let them go! We have plenty of people; what does it matter if a few leave? Whats important now is to find Senior Dugu! Do we have any news of him?
Not yet
The Great Hong Emperor became angry: If theres no news, then why arent you hurrying to find some information about it? Its been over a month with no word, Ive fed you all for nothing all these years! If theres still no news by the next time, come see me with your heads in your hands!
Yes, yes Your Majesty, we shall take our leave!
In an unremarkable residence within the Great Hong Dynasty, Elder Qian of the Beggar Sect and his disciples were holding a secret meeting.
Whats the situation outside? Elder Qian asked straight to the point.
Reporting to the elder, after our brothers propaganda, the people here have developed a longing for Great Xia! Due to the harsh weather, a million people have already set off for Great Xia! a Beggar Sect disciple reported excitedly.
Elder Qian nodded in satisfaction: Good job! I will report this and ask for rewards on your behalf!
Thank you, elder! the Beggar Sect disciples rejoiced.
However, elder, there have been some puzzling developments in the Great Hong Dynasty recently!
Whats happening with the Great Hong Dynasty? Elder Qian asked with concern.
He knew that Great Xias next target was the Great Hong Dynasty.
Reporting to Elder Qian, weve observed that the Great Hong court has frequently been mobilizing various shadow departments, such as the Jinyiwei and Dongchang. These forces are making too many movements as if they are looking for someone! As to why, we have yet to find out!
(TLN: Jinyiwei and Dongchang were two secret police and intelligence agencies during the Ming Dynasty.)
This matter does indeed seem out of the ordinary!
Elder Qian paced back and forth: Continue to deploy more people to investigate, we must find out the exact news no matter the cost! In addition, lets report this matter up and wait for His Majestys decision!
Yes, elder! everyone responded.
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Lin Beifan soon received the news from the Beggar Sect and smiled slightly.
Others might not know why the Great Hong Dynasty was acting this way, but how could he not know?
They must be looking for their Grandmaster.
Pity, they wont find Dugu Yifang even if they search to death! Hes been crushed to dust by me, with not even his bones left intact! As for the Great Hong, it seems its time to add some chaos to their situation!
Lin Beifan picked up the brush and wrote a secret letter.
Upon receiving it, the disciples of the Beggar Sect of the Great Hong Dynasty were shocked and dismayed.
If this is true, the Great Hong is in for chaos!
Stop the chatter, everyone, lets get moving!
Thanks to the efforts of the Beggar Sect disciples, the streets were soon abuzz with rumors and gossip.
Have you heard? Our Great Hong Dynastys Grandmaster Dugu Yifang has died!
Nonsense! The Grandmaster is so powerful. How could he possibly die?
Listen to me, have you noticed that Grandmaster Dugu Yifang hasnt been seen for a long time? If a person is dead, naturally they cant show up, right?
Thats simply nonsense! He might be in seclusion or traveling the world!
Moreover, Ive noticed that the court is secretly mobilizing the Jinyiwei and Dongchang agents to search for someone! Tell me, what level of person would have to disappear for the court to make such a big fuss? Of course, its the Grandmaster!
Baseless claims, I dont believe it! The Grandmaster is invincible. Who could possibly kill him?
People were talking and feeling uneasy.
You see, Dugu Yifang is the Grandmaster of their Great Hong Dynasty, serving as their nations pillar of strength.
The Great Hong Dynasty could be without an Emperor, but not without a Grandmaster.
Now, someone was saying that Dugu Yifang had died. How could people not be anxious?
Whether the news was true or false, it had spread rapidly throughout the country.
It even reached neighboring kingdoms, complicating international relations.
Inside the Great Hong imperial palace.
An old minister rushed in, Your Majesty, theres terrible news!
What is it? the Great Hong Emperor demanded angrily.
These days, due to the absence of any news about Dugu Yifang, his temper had been very foul, and he was prone to outbursts.
Your Majesty, its really terrible!
The old minister said, bracing himself: Theres a wild rumor spreading that our Grandmaster Dugu has passed away! The people are in a panic!
The Great Hong Emperor was both shocked and furious: Who is spreading these lies? How could Senior Dugu die? Someone is clearly trying to deceive the public and subvert the order. Arrest all those who spread these rumors immediately!
But Your Majesty, the common people are easy to deal with, but other powers
The old minister said with a troubled expression, Once they learn of Senior Dugus situation, I fear
The Great Hong Emperor understood the gravity of the situation.
Once the outside world learned of their Grandmasters disappearance, many would undoubtedly reach out to meddle.
Peace would be hard for the Great Hong Dynasty to come by.
Spread the word that Grandmaster Dugu is currently in seclusion for cultivation!
Yes, Your Majesty!
Also, expedite the search for Senior Dugus whereabouts!
Yes, Your Majesty!
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