372: Wan Hui and Chongming join their ranks!

“Two hundred thousand troops?”

Guo Feng was somewhat moved when he heard this.

Although he was a Wind King, his foundation was much shallower compared to the Imperial Relative and others.

Without subordinates, it was inconvenient to get things done.

Wang Shengzhi, born with great fortune, also brought two hundred thousand troops, which was indeed a good thing for him.

He nodded, “Since that’s the case, you should first handle the follow-up matters with Ninth Chief Eunuch, then come to my manor.”

“Yes, thank you, Wind King!”

Wang Shengzhi quickly nodded.

Afterward, Guo Feng removed the barrier and left the Imperial Palace with Marquis Shenwei, Ming Hao, and Qin Tian.

They parted ways at the front gate of the Imperial Palace.

At this moment, his manor’s servants had also prepared a carriage and were waiting for him there.

As soon as they came out, they immediately got into the carriage and sped back to his manor.

As soon as he got out of the carriage, he noticed that the plaque of the manor had been changed from 'Guo Manor' to 'King Feng Manor'.

Not only that.

At this time, Imperial Tutor's Daughter Nan Liru, Second-Class Earl Earl Changsheng, Little Princess Hua Yinxi, Wan Hui, Chong Ming, and others were already waiting at the manor entrance to greet him.

“Guo Feng, no, now I should call you Wind King, congratulations! You are now one of the new Five Grand Dukes of the Empire, and also the youngest Duke in the history of the Empire!”

Nan Liru said to Guo Feng with a smile.

The new Five Grand Dukes meant that there were originally five Grand Dukes: Duke Wei, Lord Ming, Duke Guo, Duke Song, and Duke Chen.

Now, Duke Guo Guo Kang had naturally been removed due to his rebellion.

Guo Feng, of course, could not bear the title of Duke Guo, so he was called Wind State Duke.

Of course, because his fief had not yet been granted.

Plus, he was a one-word conferred king.

Therefore, he was more often referred to as Wind King.

“Wind King brother.”

Hua Yinxi walked up somewhat awkwardly, “A few days ago on Sect Street, I really couldn’t help myself. Actually… after you left, I sent people to wait for you at the Imperial City District gate for a long time…”

“It’s nothing.”

Guo Feng actually didn’t take it to heart.

He had only known Hua Yinxi for a day or two, and it was impossible for her to abandon her family and career for him.

He never thought that way either.

Of course, at this moment, although he wouldn't be too enthusiastic towards Hua Yinxi, he wouldn't be too cold either.

After all, Hua Yinxi still had Duke Wei behind her.

They still needed to maintain a superficial relationship.

He smiled, “It’s in the past, no need to mention it again.”

“Thank you, Wind King brother.”

Hua Yinxi also understood that this matter had become a barrier between her and Guo Feng, and it would certainly not be eliminated anytime soon.

But, being able to talk to him now was already good.

Afterward, Earl Changsheng also came forward and bowed: “Wind King, congratulations!”

He also didn’t expect that Guo Feng, whose origin was unknown and claimed to be from Yanshan City, would now be a Wind King!

Indeed, things are unpredictable!

Fortunately, he had not shown any disrespect to Guo Feng back then.

“Lord Changsheng, you are too polite.”

Guo Feng waved his hand, “In at most three days, I will lead my army to conquer Guo Wang City. At that time, you will accompany me. Once successful, you can return to your main city and be its city lord.”

“Yes!”

Earl Changsheng quickly cupped his hands, overjoyed.

These days, he had been living under someone else's roof, staying in the Imperial Preceptor's Residence, without any of his former prestige.

He quickly said, “I have excellent relations with several city lords of Guo Wang City’s main cities. At that time, I can persuade them to cooperate from within.”

“Your connections are exactly what I need.”

Guo Feng nodded.

When he received the task of conquering Guo Wang City, he had already thought of Earl Changsheng.

He then looked at Nan Liru and asked, “Miss Nan, where are that Tie family brother and sister?”

Nan Liru replied, “Tie Zhu is at my manor, but he is a bit sad because he got separated from his brother.”

“Please send Tie Zhu over then. I also need them to contact the mountain bandits within Guo Wang City’s territory.”

Guo Feng added.

“Okay.”

Nan Liru nodded.

After some discussion, under the guidance of Nan Liru and others, Guo Feng followed some customs of the Yan Yang Empire, sprinkling willow branch water, smashing a jar, and lighting a basin of fire.

This was also a celebration.

After entering the manor, everyone held some sacrifices and celebrations.

Afterward, Nan Liru and Hua Yinxi brought many people to help arrange a considerable banquet.

And at their suggestion, many people were invited over.

Among them were Marquis Shenwei, Ming Hao, and the dignitaries in the Imperial Capital, who came to congratulate Guo Feng on becoming Wind King.

For a time, it was indeed lively.

This was only a small-scale banquet.

If Guo Feng had cast a wide net, his one-square-kilometer manor would probably be overflowing.

By evening, these people left.

The fame of Guo Feng, the newly appointed Wind King, spread wider and wider.

The entire upper echelon of the Imperial Capital was stirred up, and they all became aware of Guo Feng, this rising star.

After the guests left.

Guo Feng called Wan Hui, Chong Ming, and Wang Shengzhi, who had come to the banquet and had no intention of leaving, into a spacious study.

After Guo Feng sat down, he looked at Wan Hui and the others: “Do you all sincerely want to join my command? Tell me your reasons?”

It turned out that Wan Hui had already told Guo Feng before that he would visit.

And although Chong Ming hadn't said anything, he had also come with Wan Hui.

Wang Shengzhi, needless to say.

Wang Shengzhi was currently in a situation where, although he faced immense wealth and power.

However, this immense wealth seemed to threaten his life at any moment.

If handled well, his family would prosper, and he might even transform into the master of a royal city.

If handled poorly, his entire clan would be annihilated.

This was no laughing matter.

The struggle for power was inherently cruel, and participants often found themselves unable to control their own fate.

Wan Hui stepped forward first at this moment, cupping his hands: “Wind King, Wan Hui comes from a small family in a large city.”

“According to imperial rules, our family is not even considered, it’s a commoner family.”

“Commoner families are the most vulnerable, and I have seen too many commoner families slaughtered overnight.”

“And my family happened to be facing such a crisis. Fortunately, I had some talent and rose quickly, reaching the ninth rank, but I also offended many people.”

He bowed to Guo Feng and said, “I have no background, but I have a certain level of strength. I want to follow you, Wind King, to ensure my family’s eternal existence.”

“Hmm.”

Guo Feng nodded after listening, then looked at Chong Ming.

Chong Ming quickly said: “Wind King, I am different from Wan Hui. His family is still there, but my family was slaughtered by enemies when I was young. I am now alone and want to rebuild my family, and I also want to rely on your power, Wind King, to avenge my family.”

His eyes sharpened, and he said with a serious expression, “So, as long as you give the word, Wind King, I have no concerns and fear no death.”

“Hmm.”

Guo Feng nodded after listening.

Chong Ming had a strong killing intent about him, so that was the reason.

Then he looked at Wang Shengzhi.

“Wind King, let me speak…”

Wang Shengzhi was eager to show his loyalty and quickly said that he wanted to speak.

Guo Feng, however, waved his hand: “You don’t need to speak.”

Wang Shengzhi was stunned.

Guo Feng waved his hand: “I know all your situations. Since you want to work under my command, then work hard. Rewards for merit, punishments for faults. I hope that by following me, you can also achieve great things.”

As soon as he said this, everyone looked surprised.

He added, “Alright, you all go and prepare well. When the time comes for us to lead the army against the rebels, that will be your time to shine.”

Wan Hui, Chong Ming, and Wang Shengzhi quickly bowed and then exited.

Guo Feng closed the door and set up a warning barrier.

He couldn't help but smile: “Under these circumstances, who would have thought? I actually became a one-word conferred king of the Chaos Continent Empire, leading an army of a million. It seems that once I take down Guo Wang City, Guo Wang City will be my fief.”

“However, the Imperial Relative is also eyeing me covetously.”

“The Tianyan Lion Army internal affairs will probably not be so easy to command. I should still improve my strength a bit more.”

As he spoke, he whispered, “Panel!”