The Emperor of the Three Realms

chapter 70

There were ten great tribes in the entire Jiang Han territory, and there were still many more small tribes under each great tribe.    

Each of these tribes is ruled by a family clan.    

The Redbuds, for example, were ruled by the Jing family.    

The Yinglan tribe, for example, was ruled by Jiang Chen's mother tribe, the Lan family.    

Of course, each tribe would have many subordinate family clans in addition to the core family clan. Thus, they will together form a ruling power.    

Hence, several hundred family clans had gathered in the main square of River Wave City today. Each family clan is represented by at least twenty or thirty people – this meeting really has tremendous power and encouragement.    

Jiang Feng was not in the Jiang Han territory, so Jiang Tong was the acting duke. However, he would naturally not steal his nephew's thunder today. Jiang Tong clearly knew that his nephew Jiang Chen was the star of the show today.    

“Everything, we call you here today on behalf of Duke because we have an exciting event on a cosmic scale to announce to everyone!”    

A faint smile appeared on Jiang Tong's face as his gaze swirled, passing through the faces of every chieftain.    

“Heh heh, the third lord has even deployed the duke's name to call us here, this joyous event must be very important.”    

“Indeed, Third Master, don't let us keep guessing. Do it, so everyone can share the excitement!”    

Jiang Tong smiled, “Alright, then I won't strain you. Everyone knew that the Duke and his son had gone to the capital to participate in the Hidden Dragon Trials. The young duke suddenly returned this time was none other than to return and recruit his personal bodyguards. Once this guard is formed, it will become the core power base of the rank of a duke Jiang Han in the future!”    

The young duke is recruiting his personal bodyguards?    

It looked good, but not a single tribal family clan was tempted. They all lowered their heads, not wanting to exchange glances with Jiang Tong, deeply afraid that Jiang Tong liked them.    

If any other young duke were to recruit his personal bodyguards, the powers under his rule would vie for the chance to register. However, this young duke had always been a useless person. If any of their sons or disciples were to come into contact with him, they would most likely face a calamity in the future.    

Everyone was uneasy in Jiang Han territory now. Nine out of ten people felt that Jiang Chen would not be able to maintain the rank of a duke.    

Hence, how could they possibly be excited by the recruitment of the young duke for his personal bodyguards? They couldn't avoid it like the plague quickly enough!    

Their reaction was within Jiang Tong's expectations.    

“Requirements for this personal bodyguard are also high. Not everyone can sign up. First, personal training should be on the six meridians of actual qi. In addition, your age should not be more than twenty years, and it would be better if your mind is smart and intelligent.”    

The people below the stage all sneered inwardly as Jiang Tong mentioned the long list of requirements. You should thank heaven and earth if anyone enlists when the young duke of the Jiang family you recruited his personal bodyguards, and you even have a list of requirements to boot?    

Of course there was no response from anyone for a while. The atmosphere was so silent that even a single drop of needle on the ground could be heard.    

“This is the requirement, who wants to register?” Jiang Tong asked in a clear voice.    

After Jiang Tong asked this question, every time he turned his gaze towards them, everyone lowered their heads or looked the other way, afraid to look into his eyes and be called out.    

The atmosphere of the scene was extremely strange in the space of a few moments.    

All the members of the Jiang Tong clan wore grim expressions. They want to laugh, but they don't dare. They knew that Jiang Tong was doing this on purpose, wanting to test the influence of the tribes.    

Jiang Tong averted his gaze three times, and still no one answered.    

Jiang Tong sighed and was about to say something when suddenly, a mysterious voice sounded from outside the square. “Ah want to register!”    

Other sounds are also heard, “Ah also wants to register!”    

Two young men who looked as strong as a bear on the hip, and with a springy back like a tiger, walked out with big strides towards Jiang Chen. One of them carried a large axe on his back, and the other carried a brass stick.    

“Young Duke Jiang! Ah, I'm Qiao Shan, this is my brother Qiao Chuan. The head of the Third Hall Qiao of the Healing Hall is my uncle. He introduced us to come here.”    

Qiao Shan, Qiao Chuan. The twin brothers have arrived!    

Jiang Chen chuckled, “You have also arrived. This is Guo Jin, the direct grandson of the royal teacher Guo Shun. His training was at six meridians true qi. You will be friends in the future, and should be close to each other.”    

The nephew of the third hall master of the Hall of Healing, the direct grandson of the royal teacher Guo Shun.    

The identity immediately became sensitive information in the ears of the chieftains.    

"Hmm? Something's not right. The Hall of Healing had a very famous reputation, and its hallmasters also had an inspiring reputation. How could one let his nephew play around with the son of a duke? The direct grandson of a royal tutor was an existence that could be linked all the way to the royal family, why would he have to get along with Jiang Chen?”    

Some of the more sensitive chieftains seemed to vaguely catch some clues about something.    

Guo Jin was a little angry and came out after he greeted the Qiao brothers. He turned his gaze to the crowd and said coldly, “My family name is Guo. I was born in the capital and raised in the capital. I have seen some sons of nobles and nobles. But I think it's a bit strange, now that I've arrived in Jiang Han territory. The followers of the prince and the sons of the other nobles all licked and licked their master. They are very respectful and obedient. But all your attitude as if getting too close to your master is a disgrace?    

Guo Jin smiled coldly. “However, in my knowledge, those who can compete with our young dukes in the Eastern Kingdom are as rare as the feathers of a phoenix and the horns of a unicorn. Even the heir of the Duke of Soaring Dragon has a little fear when it comes to our young duke. I wonder what kind of mighty existence is worthy of such reverence as your slave?”    

Guo Jin came from the capital, and his words certainly had a certain weight.    

“My grandfather was a teacher in the palace. The king and princess once benefited from my grandfather's guidance. These four elder brothers of Sheng's battalion were the elites of the Tiandu army, and were personal bodyguards handpicked by the princess to the young duke. I was rather curious, even the elites of the Tiandu army were willing to admit their loyalty to the young duke. Could it be that in your eyes, the young duke is still unworthy if you declare yourself to him?”    

Guo Jin's voice rang out clearly, rumbling among the crowd like a buzzer echoing, causing the blood of this tribal clan to thump.    

No one dared to suspect that Guo Jin was lying at such a meeting.    

But at this moment, these four people were obediently standing beside Jiang Chen, waiting for his orders without the slightest sign of not accepting or rebelling.    

“Eh? Does this mean the two of us brothers arrived here on time for a good show? Now this is funny. Even my uncle, at the level of his being, had committed himself irrevocably to the young duke. Do you all think that you are better than a hallmaster in the Hall of Healing?” Qiao Shan also spoke up.    

“Heh heh...” Jiang Tong came out laughing at this time. “Everyone, I'm sorry I didn't speak clearly. This young duke was actually competing for the position of the first ranked Duke on the Hidden Dragon Trials this time around. He returns this time to run a second mission and recruits eight personal bodyguards.”    

First rank duke, first rank mission, and this is second!    

The meeting became an uproar as the news spread throughout the crowd. Which of them was present who was not a clever old fox? How could they not understand such a sensitive connotation?    

“Sial, fuck. I misjudged and missed the main opportunity to declare my allegiance.”    

“Jiang Tong damned it, why didn't he say this before? He intentionally made us look bad!”    

All the chiefs had personal depression. They did not blame themselves for their attitude of secretly avoiding danger, but rather blamed Jiang Tong for being vague in his words.    

“Everything, the young Duke is recruiting eight personal bodyguards this time, and three slots have been filled. There are five left. If you meet the requirements, submit the registration form.” Jiang Tong announced loudly.    

In that span of time, all the tribes began to discuss with each other    

If it was the direct son of a chieftain, they might not be willing to become personal bodyguards, even becoming first-rate dukes.    

Therefore, it was still a good thing if they could fight for a place for their non direct descendants.    

About twenty applications were quickly submitted.    

It must be said, a region still had many young talents. There were some youths under 20 years old with six meridians of true qi.    

This did not even include the direct heirs of the chieftain.    

“Third page, help me browse the names on the list. Although potential is important, personality is even more important. My Jiang family does not need the loyalty of cowards who will be cold at critical moments.”    

Recruiting eight personal guards was still a small distraction for Jiang Chen at the end of the day. His ambition doesn't stop here.    

Carrying out this mission goes with the flow and the bigger picture. He simply did not want to lose to anyone in the Hidden Dragon Trials!    

With the help of the elders of the Jiang family clan, Jiang Tong quickly decided on three names.    

All three were people they felt were more reliable. They were all powers that were entirely on the side of the Jiang family, whether in terms of birth or reputation. These three people were also not within the core powerhouses within their families. This will give them the impetus to make a big effort to move forward.    

“Chen'er, the name of this app has been removed. There is something fishy about this.” Jiang Tong frowned. “From the deleted trail, this app should be aimed at your cousin, Xue Tong, also the son of your mother's younger sister?”    

Xue Tong's?    

Jiang Chen had very few memories of this person in his past memories. He seemed to vaguely remember the skinny and vague figure. In his impression, this person was someone who was not dear to his grandmother and was not cared for by his father.    

“Did anyone sign up from my mother's family?” Jiang Chen was curious.    

“Yes, Lan Yizhou, son of your eldest uncle. However, his training was only at five meridians true qi and had yet to meet the requirements at all. He's messing around, and we don't consider it.”    

What about Xue Tong? Jiang Chen asked.    

“Xue Tong has six meridians of true qi, but it seems to be ignored by your mother's side of the family. Looks like someone has ruined his proposal.”    

“What is their reputation?”    

“Lan Yizhou is the second son of the chief of the Yinglan Tribe. His personality was a little proud and unruly. As for Xue Tong, he had always been a character on the sidelines, and had been bullied by Lan Yizhou since young. He is the type of person who holds his tongue but has a lofty and unyielding character.”    

“Then, it's Xue Tong.” Jiang Chen settled in seventh position.    

If he were to recruit an arrogant and unruly character like Lan Yizhou, it would only provide an instability factor for the team. Jiang Chen did not want to create unnecessary trouble for himself.    

It didn't matter if he came from five meridians of true qi, Jiang Chen had a way to breakthrough.    

But a personality problem, that's impossible. A bad apple will ruin the group.    

“Sorry I'm late, can we still register?” As Jiang Chen decided on the seventh place, a soft and gentle voice sounded from the side. Looks kind of familiar.    

Jiang Chen tilted his head to the side, also slightly surprised.    

A young girl broke through the crowd. She was wearing a fluffy yellow robe, had bright, clear skin, and a pretty facial look. Because he was traveling in a hurry, his face turned red due to exertion. He peeked as his gaze met Jiang Chen's gaze as his charming face grew redder.    

"You?"    

Jiang Chen was astonished and confused. This girl was a disciple of the Northern Sect of the Argus Star Palace in the Tianhu region, Wen Ziqi!    

She was also one of the young girls that Jiang Chen had saved from the Lotus Harvester not long ago in the Tianhu region. Jiang Chen subconsciously thought of the scene inside the cave when he saw it.    

Wen Ziqi was weak and lacking in strength as her clothes fell down by accident, making Jiang Chen able to stare fully at the two balls in front of his chest…