The Demon Lords

Chapter 1005 233: Approved!_3

Because of the close proximity, using Snow Sea Pass as the base point for external expansion, attacking Chu State is inevitable.

The most extreme scenario would be if other battlefronts of Yan State face significant issues, forcing Zheng Fan to lead troops across thousands of miles to provide support—this is the most extreme case.

"This time, as Lord Zheng enters Chu, he might as well treat Chu as this Daze Fragrant Tea. Whether to calmly brew it and sip it slowly or boil it all at once as a cooling tea, depends entirely on Lord Zheng's wishes."

Zheng Fan nodded and asked, "Then what is the third objective?"

"The third objective is to gain fame!"

"Gain fame?"

"Currently, among civilian enthusiasts, there is a saying that the young commanders of the time have four great ones: First, the young prince of the barbarian tribe; second, Zhong Tianlang of Qian State; third, Nian Yao of Chu; and fourth, you, Lord Zheng."

In Fan's view, the other three are not worthy to stand alongside you, Lord Zheng.

These three actually rely entirely on familial support: the young prince has the Royal Court, Zhong Tianlang has the Zhong Family, the top military family of Qian State, and Nian Yao comes from a background as a servant of the regent at the residence before ascending the throne. Only you, Lord Zheng, seem to have had support from distinguished individuals, but one laughed at for being unwise — a county chief's daughter of Earl of North Border, and the other a fallen Sixth Prince. Thus, you have crafted this achievement with real ability!

To say something taboo, you, Lord Zheng, are dearly regarded by Lord Jingnan, being considered his proud disciple, a distinction remarkable and invincible.

However, your age, Lord Zheng, is still too young; therefore, you must continue to achieve great feats. It's not about consolidating your current status, but so that in the future, when people of the street rank generals as four or eight shining stars, you will automatically be distinguished from them.

Let the world think that you should not be compared with them, but rather with Lord Jingnan, Earl of North Border, and Zhong Wenhao and others.

Writers need works to create a literary name; soldiers need military achievements to build prestige.

Right now, Lord Zheng, you need military achievements, you need prestige, you need fame; you need it greatly."

Fan Zhengwen became increasingly passionate,

This man has ambition, but since birth has to accept this destiny. He clearly speaks of Zheng Fan, yet as he speaks becomes seemingly infected himself:

"Lord Zheng, what you need is to achieve remarkable military feats, so that in the future you can take over Lord Jingnan's role. When Yan State has military opportunities once again, the first person the Yan Emperor thinks of will be you, Lord Zheng!"

Zheng Fan nodded and said, "All three objectives, Brother Fan spoke correctly."

Fan Zhengwen seemed to realize his overexcitement, laughed sheepishly, and said:

"Lord Zheng, it was presumptuous of me."

Zheng Fan shook his head and said, "Since it is among family, there is no 'presumptuous' or 'not presumptuous'."

Speaking,

Zheng Fan continued:

"Still, I would ask Brother Fan to teach me what the next move should be."

Since these three objectives are articulated clearly, Zheng Fan believes Fan Zhengwen has surely planned the next step for him.

Fan Zhengwen picked up the teacup and drank the cool tea in one gulp, then slammed the cup heavily onto the table,

said:

"An unexpected fortune is not there, Lord Zheng. On the fifteenth of next month, Lantern Festival, the regent's sister, Fourth Princess of Chu, will marry the contemporary eldest son of Qu Clan."

Upon hearing this news, Zheng Fan immediately got it, his mouth slightly opened.

Meanwhile, Siniang who stood behind Zheng Fan, her eyes instantly brightened!

Fan Zhengwen continued to smile,:

"On the wedding day, if Lord Pingye could lead the troops to seize the princess,

what about this achievement?

What about this fame?

What about this prestige?"

Fan Zhengwen took a deep breath, like a beast long oppressed finally finding an opportunity to reveal its hidden fangs, stood up, scooped a cup of cool tea from the basin with the teacup, and facing Zheng Fan,

said:

"Could this journey be considered worthwhile?"

Lord Zheng also stood up, lifted his teacup, heavily clinked cups with Fan Zhengwen,

said:

"Yes."

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