Clan Rise: Starting as a Grandfather

Chapter 896: Chapter 649: Fourth Lord Has Rebelled! (Part 2)

That is to say, the Yangtian Sect is currently surrounded by rebels on three sides.

Therefore, Du Qiandao is very troubled by the current rebels in Yun Gui and Bashu; in such a chaotic situation, the Yangtian Sect is also at a loss.

The Yangtian Sect is in urgent need of some allies to ensure the stability of Yunzhou, and the Southern Border Town is undoubtedly the most suitable ally for the Yangtian Sect at present.

Du Qiandao had actually sent people to contact the Southern Border Town long ago, and he even supported the Camp Soldiers at the Yun Gui border with some provisions.

Unfortunately, Qu Changkong was not enthusiastic about them and was unwilling to pay them any attention.

As for why Qu Changkong was unwilling to pay them any attention, the reason is simple: Qu Changkong is Duke Xing of Da Rong, and the Yangtian Sect is merely a worldly Sect.

If Li Shouning were still around, Qu Changkong might still take notice of the Yangtian Sect, but Li Shouning has been dead for more than ten years, so naturally, Qu Changkong does not take notice of the Yangtian Sect.

A worldly Sect is just that, a worldly Sect. No matter how strong their power is, they must bow their heads before the nobles of the Dynasty.

”This matter is simple, I will arrange for everyone to help look for him right away!” Du Qiandao said.

Li Chang took out a portrait, ”This is a portrait of Mr. Si, I’ll trouble Master Du with this matter!”

Du Qiandao took the portrait with a smile, glanced at it, and handed it to a disciple behind him, ”It’s just a small matter, Mr. Li can rest assured, as long as Mr. Si is around Yunzhou, the Yangtian Sect will definitely find him!”

He was not boasting; the Yangtian Sect is a true local power, with a high reputation and influence among the Jianghu Martial Artists in Yun Gui and Bashu. As long as the Yangtian Sect gives a command, the Jianghu Martial Artists within and around Yunzhou will be willing to help.

This is not a life-threatening matter, just helping to find someone, so none of the local Jianghu forces would disrespect the Yangtian Sect.

However, Du Qiandao did not expect that they would find Yang Mingzhao so quickly.

While he was still chatting idly with Li Chang, his disciple had left with the portrait and returned not long after.

”I heard the old Marquis is now on Star Moon Island? I wonder how Star Moon Island is?” Du Qiandao asked out of interest in the Yang family’s current situation.

Li Chang smiled and said, ”It’s alright, Star Moon Island may not be large, but it is stable.”

At this moment, the disciple returned and whispered a few words in Du Qiandao’s ear.

However, his whispering was unnecessary and couldn’t be hidden from Li Chang.

”Master, we know where Mr. Si is? The leader of the Taiping Army, Yang Zhao, should be this Mr. Si!”

”What? Are you sure?” Du Qiandao said incredulously.

”Yes, Xiao Wu and others have seen Yang Zhao, and his appearance is exactly the same as the portrait. Moreover, Yang Zhao shares the Yang surname, and there are many experts around him. Previously, we couldn’t trace Yang Zhao’s origins, probably because he comes from the Marquis Jing’an Mansion of the Yang family!”

The Yangtian Sect is not far from Kui Prefecture and Baoning Prefecture. Before Yang Mingzhao captured Baoning Prefecture, he hadn’t attracted the attention of the Yangtian Sect, but after he captured Baoning Prefecture, the Yangtian Sect had no choice but to notice him.

The four rebel forces in Bashu naturally required some understanding from the Yangtian Sect, so the Yangtian Sect sent people to Baoning Prefecture some time ago.

Although Yang Zhao changed his name, he did not disguise himself. He wasn’t necessarily in hiding and could still be seen in Baoning Prefecture City.

Coincidentally, the disciple whom the Yangtian Sect sent to investigate the Taiping Army had seen Yang Zhao from afar, and it wasn’t just one person, but six disciples who had seen Yang Zhao’s true appearance.

Du Qiandao’s expression was somewhat strange, and Li Chang’s expression also turned strange.

Not only him, but the companions who came with Li Chang also looked at each other in dismay.

The Taiping Army, Yang Zhao, and their Mr. Si!

How can these be related?

”Cough, cough, Mr. Li must have heard it!” Du Qiandao said awkwardly.

This matter truly is a bit awkward!

If it gets out that Mr. Si from the Marquis Jing’an Mansion has become the leader of the rebels, the resulting turmoil is unimaginable.

Indeed, the Yang family has moved away from Da Rong, and Yang Zhenshan has also been away for many years, but the Yang family’s status in Da Rong cannot be ignored.

Chongshan Town, Tenglong Guard, and almost the entire Liaodong are controlled by the Yang family.

If the Yang family becomes rebels, what would be the reaction of the Da Rong Court?

Thinking of this, Du Qiandao felt unwell!

Damn, what the hell is this!

Is the Yang family planning rebellion?

And I just found out!

Not only Du Qiandao felt awkward, but Li Chang also felt quite awkward.

Mr. Si has rebelled!

What is going on!

Li Chang felt that this task had suddenly become very troublesome.

”Now that we have news of Mr. Si, we should not disturb you further!” Li Chang stood up and said.

”This might be a misunderstanding; perhaps Mr. Li could stay for a few days while we confirm the authenticity of the matter before seeking out Mr. Si,” Du Qiandao suggested, feeling it was best to confirm things again. What if they were mistaken?

Li Chang shook his head, ”I ask everyone to keep this confidential; we will confirm it ourselves!”

This matter is quite troublesome!

He felt it would be best to see for himself.

Moreover, he needed to send a message back to Yang Zhenshan as soon as possible.

Whatever the outcome, Yang Zhenshan must be informed of the situation first, to prepare for the impact after the matter is exposed!

Du Qiandao thought for a moment and said, ”Then let me have a disciple accompany Mr. Li on a trip. The Yangtian Sect still holds some respect nearby and can spare Mr. Li a lot of trouble!”

”Thank you!” Li Chang did not refuse.

They did indeed need a guide, and the status of the Yangtian Sect in Yun Gui and Bashu would make things easier than relying on the Yang family’s identity.

Subsequently, Du Qiandao arranged for four disciples to accompany Li Chang as they left the Yangtian Sect.

After leaving the Yangtian Sect, Li Chang first sent two companions back with the message before following the disciples of the Yangtian Sect to Baoning Prefecture.

The straight-line distance between Yunzhou and Baoning Prefecture is not far, about a thousand miles, but reaching Baoning Prefecture from Yunzhou is not easy, as they must pass through rugged mountains and treacherous roads.

Moreover, the route passes through the territories controlled by the Black Tiger King and the Bashu government, and only then reaches Baoning Prefecture controlled by Yang Mingzhao.

Though the three factions have currently ceased hostilities, they have all established camps at key locations, blocking the main roads.

Fortunately, the Yangtian Sect’s face is enough to earn respect from all parties, preventing them from blocking the way entirely.

Yet, even so, when Li Chang and his group reached Baoning Prefecture City, twenty days had already passed.

Li Chang stood outside the city, gazing at the formidable city walls of Baoning Prefecture City, his expression complicated.

Did Mr. Si really become a rebel?

How was he supposed to report this to the old Marquis?

When he left the Yangtian Sect, he was unsure, but along the way, they gathered much information about Yang Zhao.

This almost entirely confirmed that the leader of the Taiping Army, Yang Zhao, was indeed their Mr. Si.

Standing outside the city, he suddenly hesitated to enter.

Damn!

Knowing this is more of a burden than ignorance!

In ignorance, everything was fine for everyone, but knowing this would certainly trigger unrest.

The first to be affected would be the Yang family.

Li Chang has been with Yang Zhenshan for thirty years, knowing Yang Zhenshan’s attitude towards Da Rong.

Yang Zhenshan’s attitude is essentially one of indifference unless the Yang family suffers persecution in Da Rong; he doesn’t get involved in Da Rong’s internal affairs.

But now that Mr. Si has become a rebel leader, how will Yang Zhenshan choose?

To capture Mr. Si and entirely cover up this matter?

Or support Mr. Si in the rebellion, overthrowing Da Rong, and establishing a new Imperial City?

Li Chang doesn’t know how Yang Zhenshan will choose, but he knows Yang Zhenshan will certainly be conflicted.

”Master, should we go into the city?” Xiao Wu, a disciple from the Yangtian Sect, asked quietly.

Along the journey, the four disciples of the Yangtian Sect had already learned about the strength of Li Chang and his companions. Originally five, Li Chang sent two back with the message, leaving only two companions and four disciples from the Yangtian Sect.

Xiao Wu was in his forties, with cultivation at the Postnatal Eighth Layer, and was responsible for gathering intelligence in the Yangtian Sect. He was the one who visited Baoning Prefecture City to investigate Yang Zhao and also the one who recognized Yang Mingzhao’s portrait as Yang Zhao.