I Have A Mountain Stronghold.

Summary

Cheng Dalei initially planned to use torture for interrogation but found that the captives quickly confessed with minimal coaxing. He learned that Song Bo Kang, the governor of Liangzhou, was strategically preparing for a significant move against him, aligning with powerful figures in the Empire. The Xiang Mansion had taken control of the Northwest after the death of Marshal Lin Wen Tian, with various responsibilities divided among its members. Cheng Dalei's unexpected rise and actions disrupted their plans. He decided to let one of the captives, Zhong Wu Cai, go back to Liangzhou to relay a manipulated version of events to Song Bo Kang, while he retained the others as hostages. Cheng Dalei reflected on the naivety of the captives, who believed they could negotiate their freedom. Ultimately, he focused on strengthening himself and maintaining control over his stronghold.

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