"Hmph!"
Another angry snort, and Shangguan Zhongtang's powerful voice came through the speaking tube: "Su Yang, that dog, is so arrogant and caused my son's death. Of course, I will kill him myself!"
Whether Su Yang was killed by Shangguan Zhongtang himself or not, Tang Shanhe didn't care much. He only cared whether Su Yang would die in the end.
After saying a few flattering words, Shangguan Zhongtang handed the phone to Mo Yu, letting Mo Yu handle the subsequent cooperation with Tang Shanhe.
The recent blows had been too great, and Shangguan Zhongtang had no energy to deal with these matters anymore.
After throwing away the phone, Shangguan Zhongtang went to the backyard.
There was a small building in the backyard, which was the Shangguan family's internal hospital.
Shangguan Qianji was inside.
At this time, Shangguan Qianji had escaped danger. He was not actually that seriously injured; his condition was exaggerated to make Shangguan Zhongtang trust him.
Now he had achieved his goal.
No matter what Shangguan Qianji had done before, Shangguan Zhongtang's men who were at the scene were all dead.
Judging by the situation at the time, it seemed Shangguan Qianji had done his best to resist Su Yang.
Shangguan Zhongtang would never have imagined that all of this was orchestrated by Shangguan Qianji.
"Father."
Seeing Shangguan Zhongtang arrive, Shangguan Qianji struggled to sit up from the bed.
After all, this illegitimate son was not as close as a legitimate son. Facing Shangguan Qianji's pained expression, Shangguan Zhongtang showed no reaction.
"You've suffered this time. Rest well and recover your body. After I deal with Su Yang, I will arrange some family matters for you."
Hearing Shangguan Zhongtang's words, Shangguan Qianji's heart rejoiced.
Previously, Shangguan Qianji was completely barred from participating in Shangguan family affairs.
But now Shangguan Zhongtang was going to assign him tasks.
However, Shangguan Qianji knew this was not because Shangguan Zhongtang had a change of heart and recognized Shangguan Qianji's value.
It was because Shangguan Zhongtang was left with only Shangguan Qianji as his child, and he had no other options.
He couldn't just hand over this vast family business to others, could he?
The future of the Shangguan family would undoubtedly belong to Shangguan Qianji.
But Shangguan Qianji now had no affection for Shangguan Zhongtang.
He not only wanted the Shangguan family but also wanted Shangguan Zhongtang to pay for the neglect he had endured for over twenty years.
Maintaining his composure, Shangguan Qianji looked at Shangguan Zhongtang. He knew he still had to act.
"Father... Your son is incompetent. I couldn't kill Su Yang with my own hands to avenge my brother. I'm all better now and can walk. Please let me go and attack Su Yang! I will definitely avenge my brother!"
Seeing Shangguan Qianji's determination despite his injuries, Shangguan Zhongtang's heart softened.
After all, he was still his child.
"You rest well. I will personally deal with Su Yang. I must kill Su Yang with my own hands! This time, I have also sought the help of your Uncle Rong, and the Eight Great Families of Qingcheng will also join us against Su Yang. You can rest assured and recuperate at home."
Shangguan Zhongtang was also worried.
Filial piety is paramount, and the greatest lack of it is to have no heirs. Shangguan Zhongtang, as his only remaining child and having just awakened, should not be involved in such matters.
Where Shangguan Zhongtang could not see, Shangguan Qianji's expression flickered slightly.
Although Shangguan Zhongtang refused to let Shangguan Qianji take action, he had still provided Shangguan Qianji with information.
This information was another significant bargaining chip for Shangguan Qianji.
Shangguan Zhongtang looked at Shangguan Qianji for a while before leaving.
Shangguan Qianji was then sent to his home outside the main residence to recuperate.
As soon as he arrived home, Shangguan Qianji sat in his boss's chair and extended his hand.
"Phone."
In the darkness, a figure handed him a golden object.
Shangguan Qianji turned on the phone and tapped a few times.
On the other side, on the beach, Shen Qiu handed over a mobile phone.
"Boss, it's a number from the capital."
Because phone cases often have location tracking, Su Yang's number was frequently changed.
His primary phone was usually turned off, and a secondary SIM card was kept for contact.
"A number from the capital?"
Su Yang took off his glasses and reached out to take the phone.
He glanced at the number, which was unfamiliar.
However, anyone who could obtain Su Yang's number at this time must have some ability.
Su Yang answered the call without hesitation.
"Who is it?"
"Boss Su, long time no see."
Su Yang recognized Shangguan Qianji's voice. He looked at the phone again and said with a smile, "Why do you keep changing your phone number?"
"Aren't you doing the same, Boss Su? People like us, how can we use our own devices to contact others?"
This statement was undeniably true.
Su Yang smiled faintly and asked, "How is it, are you recovered from your injuries?"
"It wasn't serious in the first place; I was just pretending."
"You've gained your father's favor this time, you should thank me properly."
"That's natural. But Boss Su, don't forget our previous transaction."
"What transaction?" Su Yang asked with amusement. "The previous transaction was automatically canceled when you watched the show later."
"Boss Su, this..."
Shangguan Qianji wanted to explain, but Su Yang interrupted him.
"Don't explain. I, Su Yang, have my own bottom line. We agreed to cooperate, but you stood by and watched at that time. The cooperation is canceled in my eyes."
"But didn't I later..." Shangguan Qianji was about to say that he had helped Su Yang later, but he decided against it.
"Never mind, never mind. Boss Su, do you still want to cooperate?"
Su Yang raised an eyebrow. "That depends on your sincerity."
Shangguan Qianji knew that it would be difficult to overthrow Shangguan Zhongtang with his own strength. Cooperating with Su Yang was the best option.
"The latest news about Shangguan Zhongtang. Is that sincere enough?"
Su Yang could actually guess some of the situation, but he also wanted to cooperate with Shangguan Qianji.
After all, if Shangguan Zhongtang was overthrown, Shangguan Qianji would succeed him.
Although Su Yang could also take over himself.
But Su Yang's goal was not just a mere military commander.
In Longguo, there were many high-ranking individuals hidden in the clouds. The position of military commander, while seemingly high, was actually quite ordinary.
Su Yang was ambitious; he wanted to become the supreme ruler of Longguo.
This was also why Su Yang dared to contend with these people at this time.
"Young Master Shangguan, I, Su Yang, have my bottom line, but I am willing to give you another chance. The prerequisite is that after I help you succeed as military commander, you will serve under me."
Hearing Su Yang's words, Shangguan Qianji fell silent for a full minute.
"Su Yang, do you know what you are saying?"
Military commander, serving under Su Yang? If Su Yang held a very high position now, it would be understandable.
But Su Yang was currently just an ordinary citizen!
How could Shangguan Qianji accept this?