Chapter 777
It was bound to happen sooner or later!
At this moment, Butler Jiang was also very clear that her fate was now completely in Tang Long's hands.
If Tang Long, after learning this secret, still chooses to kill him...
At that point, there was really nothing else I could do.
After revealing this secret, Butler Jiang clearly felt that the sense of threat he felt was decreasing.
Previously, it was obvious that Tang Long definitely wanted to kill him.
But now, it seems that the other party's interest has waned considerably.
At this moment, after hearing Butler Jiang's words, Tang Long immediately began to ponder.
This matter
This was truly the first time he had heard of it; he had no idea before that there was such a thing between the two of them.
But if we look at it this way, doesn't this situation really seem a bit off?
The Jiang family actually possesses something like this?!
And it just so happened that Butler Jiang found out?!
But this matter does sound very mysterious.
Even though Tang Long didn't seem to think it was a big deal at the moment, he thought about it again and realized it might be worth a look.
In any case, the decision is in my own hands.
Although he did intend to kill Steward Jiang at that moment.
But actually, he only had this idea just now.
The main problem was that Butler Jiang was unreliable; otherwise, Tang Long wouldn't have actually killed him.
Although he was capricious, he wasn't an extremely greedy person who had to keep all the gold for himself.
Killing Butler Jiang wasn't my intention.
But this matter suddenly piqued Tang Long's interest.
Putting everything else aside, I really want to know what this is all about, and what this guy wants to say to me.
Want to give it a try!?
Or is it the same as before?!
If we get rid of Butler Jiang, it doesn't seem like such a bad thing. At least for now, as long as we get rid of him, we can still keep all the money for ourselves.
As for all that nonsense he talked about, do I really care?!
Do not! ! !
To be honest, I don't think I really care that much about this matter.
After all, from the very beginning, it seems like I was just here to take the Jiang family's gold, right?
As for the others
I don't actually need to care about it, so there's no need for me to agree to this.
This will only cause you more trouble.
After all, given the current situation, it's really not a good thing!
That sounds a bit off.
But
Is that all?!
But this doesn't seem to work!
After all, this is like having a treasure right in front of you.
But I still can't get one thing.
I really can't accept this feeling!
Meanwhile, Butler Jiang carefully observed Tang Long's expression and saw a hint of hesitation in his eyes. He immediately pressed his advantage: "Master Tang, the reason I dare to cooperate with you is because I know the method of obtaining the gold. It must be done in a specific order and at a specific time, and the yin meridian must be suppressed with talismans."
These things were passed down orally from generation to generation of stewards, and even the direct descendants of the Jiang family did not know them.
Even if you find the gold by killing me, you probably won't live to spend it!
His statement contained a mixture of truth and falsehood.
Seven parts truth and three parts falsehood.
The Jiang family does indeed have a concept of Yin veins, and gold is indeed related to sacrifices, but the so-called secret method for obtaining gold is just a life-saving talisman made up by Steward Jiang on the spot.
He was betting on Tang Long's fear of the unknown; the more ruthless a person is, the more they tend to believe in divine retribution.
Tang Long fell silent. The glow of the oil lamp cast a deep shadow on his face, obscuring his expression.
Time passed slowly, and Butler Jiang's back was soaked with cold sweat, the fabric sticking to his skin, icy cold.
After a long while, Tang Long suddenly laughed.
That smile held no warmth, only a cruel mockery.
“Butler Jiang, you are smarter than I thought,” he said slowly. “But smart people often die faster because being too smart leads to too much scheming, and scheming too much makes it easy to make mistakes.”
Butler Jiang froze, forgetting even to breathe.
He saw genuine killing intent in Tang Long's eyes.
The next second, Tang Long didn't make a move. He just looked coldly at Butler Jiang and said, "Get out of here. According to the plan, my sister will marry into the Jiang family in three days. Then we'll work together from the inside and outside."
Remember, this is your last chance.
He knew very well that doing things this way would obviously put him at considerable risk.
However, Tang Long was also very clear about this, but in the end, he still made a decision in his heart.
He really didn't dare to gamble!
If you lose the bet, it won't be a good thing for you.
So the main reason why Tang Long ultimately decided to keep Butler Jiang was that even if there was only a one percent chance of this happening.
However, Tang Long still refused to gamble.
After all, no matter how unwilling he was to admit it, he was there specifically to make money.
If he couldn't get the money, that was not what Tang Long wanted to see.
Therefore, even if there is only a tiny chance of this happening now.
Tang Long still intends to do the same thing.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Butler Jiang, who had just left, sneered inwardly.
"Tang Long... do you think you've got this in the bag?" He panted heavily, turning back to look in the direction of the Tang family, a strange smile curving his lips. "The secret of the Jiang family is more terrifying than you can imagine. Those wax corpses can actually move."
The night wind blew through the alleyways, raising the ashes of paper money scattered on the ground.
The outline of the Jiang family's old house was hidden in the darkness in the distance, and the eaves of the ancestral hall resembled the hunched back of a wild beast.
After returning to the Jiang residence, Steward Jiang straightened his clothes and, once he regained his composure, felt increasingly at peace.
If only I can dodge this time.
He believed that if he didn't do it again, he wouldn't give Tang Long another chance.
I'm sure I'll make Tang Long pay the price!
At the beginning, Butler Jiang was actually thinking that he was doomed this time.
But since I didn't die this time...
If anyone's going to die next, it'll be Tang Long!
Originally, I was hoping for a win-win situation.
But since Tang Long is determined to break off all pretense...
Then he wouldn't give Tang Long another chance.
Afterwards, I must find an opportunity to kill Tang Long, otherwise, if someone who wants to kill me at any time is here...
I really can't sleep!
For Butler Jiang, this matter is now considered irreconcilable.
Both Tang Long and themselves wanted to kill the other party, unlike before. Although they both had this thought, they would at least hide it to some extent.
Now they've really stopped hiding it altogether.
They made all these little schemes public right then and there.
Therefore, at this point, there is basically no chance of any easing of the situation.
There's no way they can trust each other anymore, so anyone who's not an idiot will find out later that the two are bound to have a fight.
As for who will ultimately win and who will lose, there's no way to predict that.
But in this matter, we really need to prepare quickly. Otherwise, we won't even know how we died.
"I'm no match for him in terms of physical strength. If we really fight, I'll definitely die. But if we scheme..."
No, that won't work!
At this moment, Butler Jiang also had a thought in her mind.
But he quickly dismissed it himself.
The main point is that if the two hadn't already fallen out, they could still have given it a try.
But by this time everything had already been torn apart.
That's simply impossible.
Ultimately, if you can't beat your opponent militarily, then there are many things you can't do on your own.
In terms of calculation, both sides were also on guard.
That means there are absolutely no more opportunities.
So, judging from the current situation...
Many things cannot be done.
But...
We should give it a try.
Otherwise, are we just going to give up?!
If that's the case, then Butler Jiang would definitely be unwilling to accept it.
He couldn't swallow his anger after being threatened by Tang Long.
Lost in thought, he returned to the Jiang family home. The moment he pushed open the door, he bumped into Old Master Jiang.
He was standing under the withered locust tree in the front yard, his hands behind his back, looking up at the night sky. The moonlight was very white, shining through the sparse branches onto his sallow face, giving it a bluish-gray luster.
Butler Jiang's heart skipped a beat, and she unconsciously slowed her pace.
He bowed deeply, his voice extremely low.
So late, Mr. Jiang is still here!?
A hint of surprise flashed through Butler Jiang's mind; he truly hadn't expected that Master Jiang would still be here.
But more importantly, something seems amiss with the current situation!
Are they here to arrest me?!
Having just had a secret meeting with Tang Long, Butler Jiang was still somewhat guilty at this moment.
I'm quite afraid that something might be discovered about me here.
When the time comes, he won't be able to stay in the Jiang family anymore, and then Tang Long will kill him.
That's something I absolutely cannot accept!
After he finished speaking, he subconsciously looked at Master Jiang, but Master Jiang did not respond immediately and continued to look at the sky.
The night wind blew, and the dry branches rustled together, their sound particularly jarring in the quiet courtyard.
After a long while, he slowly turned his head. His eyes appeared exceptionally deep in the dim light, with a few stars reflected in his pupils, yet they exuded no warmth.
"Where have you been so late?" Master Jiang asked, his voice dry as sandpaper scraping against a wooden board.
Butler Jiang's heart clenched, but his face showed just the right amount of fear and exhaustion: "Reporting to Master, the Tang family just sent someone to deliver a message, saying that... saying that there are still some details to discuss regarding Miss Tang and Young Master's marriage in a few days."
His heart is clenching with pain right now!
That last sentence made me feel like I was being seen through.
After all, to be honest, I wasn't lying about this.
However, going so late at night is indeed bound to arouse suspicion among many people.
He even suspected that Master Jiang might have been deliberately waiting for him to return.
If that's the case, then something's not right!
After all, his plan has only just begun!
At this time, Tang Long's sister had not yet married into the family.
But what if Master Jiang finds out?
Then those things are absolutely impossible to do.
Therefore, this is the last thing Butler Jiang wanted to see.
However, there is no need to panic about this matter yet.
Although it seems that there is no need to rush for the time being, given the current situation.
While unsure whether Master Jiang had truly discerned it.
This is something that absolutely cannot be known to anyone.
Moreover, the most crucial point is that if I were to be seen through at this moment, I would be finished.
After he finished speaking, he didn't say anything more.
She just kept staring at Master Jiang, observing the expression on his face.
“The Tang family…” Old Master Jiang chewed on these two words, a faint smile curving his lips. “That kid Tang Long is quite impatient.”
His gaze lingered on Butler Jiang's face, as if trying to see through her skin to understand her inner thoughts.
Butler Jiang felt a chill run down his spine, as if a cold snake was crawling up his spine.
"Your Excellency is wise." Butler Jiang lowered his head, not daring to look at Master Jiang, worried that Master Jiang would see through his thoughts.
Now that this matter has come to this, Butler Jiang really doesn't dare to take any action.
Master Jiang remained silent at this moment.
I was just thinking about it.
Now, he probably guessed that Tang Long definitely had other ideas.
Otherwise, how could this be possible?!
Given their family's circumstances, there are very few women willing to marry into their family nowadays.
Basically, only people who can't make a living would do this.
No one would probably do that.
But
Tang Long insists on marrying his sister into the family. How could Master Jiang, a cunning old fox, not know what this means?!
So, if this guy didn't have some ulterior motive, none of this would have happened!
As of now, Master Jiang has no idea what that guy is thinking.
So I haven't said anything yet.
After all, if you really think about it carefully, since you don't know for the time being, and you haven't suffered any losses yet.
So Master Jiang decided to wait and see.
After all, it was Tang Long who married his sister off to the family, and it had little to do with him. Even if he didn't allow Tang Long to marry his sister off to the family later...
Is it possible to stop all of this from happening?!
Impossible!!!
Master Jiang felt it was simply impossible.
If Tang Long has any ideas, then he absolutely cannot sit idly by.
So if you look at it that way, you might as well just let Tang Long bring his sister over.
As for what happened next...
Then it doesn't matter anymore.
Just wait.
Since Tang Long has made arrangements, he'll inevitably reveal a flaw sooner or later! (End of Chapter)