Daily Intelligence System: Don't Kill Me, Honey!-Chapter 1295 - 301: A Bountiful Harvest – Annexing Xianning Prefecture and Gaining Beloved Generals
At that moment, he realized that wealth, power, and external possessions were not as important as staying alive.
So he submitted, and sharing the same path were Zhao Zhong and Zhu Zong.
It can be said that the intimidation brought by Chen Jie’s palm was the most crucial reason why they eventually chose to unconditionally join the Fishing Guild.
Shi Gengming looked at his two brothers behind him and said, "Brothers, there’s nothing else to say. Now that we’re on this pirate ship, let’s not think about the glory and wealth of the past. Let’s follow Chen and do well. This Chen seems ruthless; if we brothers fall into his hands, it would surely be bad for us."
Hearing this, Zhao Zhong said, "This Chen, though cunning, is really quite skilled. We should be careful not to fall into his hands, or we brothers will suffer."
Hearing this, Zhu Zong also nodded and said, "But such a person might be just what we need. With chaos in the world, maybe someone like him will be able to rule it. If we follow him early, perhaps we could achieve meritorious deeds like a ruler’s founding heroes and possibly become princes ourselves."
Hearing this, Shi Gengming and Zhao Zhong fell silent. Yes, wasn’t the purpose of joining the Fishing Guild to take a step further from being nobodies in the Jianghu to becoming dignitaries in the court?
If not for this transformation, who would be willing to make such sacrifices?
And although Chen Jiusi’s Fishing Guild seemed strict, and Chen Jie wasn’t someone who would allow others to impose their will, doesn’t this actually mean that this organization has the potential to go further?
Strict organizational structure combined with a good system of rewards and punishments is the foundation for an institution to grow stronger.
As former gang leaders, can they not understand the tremendous potential of a well-disciplined organization?
Reflecting on this, Shi Gengming said solemnly, "Honestly, when you think about it, Chen Jiusi’s skills are indeed astonishing. If he can really manage this huge organization well and get it to operate according to his plans, it will surely accomplish great things."
"Brothers."
"Brother Shi!"
The two looked at Shi Gengming, and Shi Gengming said, "This time, we may have really backed the right horse. This time, we must grit our teeth and stick with Chen Jiusi. Perhaps he might really succeed in the future."
"Looking through history, at the end of a dynasty, heroes often emerge, and many will surface. But those who ultimately succeed are invariably those with strict discipline. The first thing Chen Jiusi did when taking us in was to enforce discipline."
"It shows that he has grand ambitions."
"And we don’t possess the ability to devour the heavens. If we want to accomplish something, we must rely on strong individuals. As the saying goes: ’Birds fly far with phoenixes, and people elevate in standing and virtue when accompanying the wise.’ Chen Jiusi is a Hidden Dragon, and we are among the early heroes following a dragon," as Brother Zhu said, becoming a future prince might not be out of the question!"
Upon saying this, Zhao and Zhu both opened their minds, looking at Shi Gengming and saying, "Boss, we’ll do whatever you decide."
Shi Gengming said, "Then, let’s do as Chen Jiusi said, first find a way to integrate with them, and then think about it further."
"Agreed!"
Both Zhao Zhong and Zhu Zong responded affirmatively.
At this point, Zhu Zong said, "Boss Shi, how do you know so much?"
Shi Gengming laughed, "I heard all this from storytellers..."
A group of people left, and as the three departed, Hu Weiyong came to Chen Jie’s side and said, "My Lord, these three are grassroots from the Jianghu. Although subdued by your martial power, I’m afraid they might harbor other stray thoughts!"
Upon hearing this, Chen Jie looked at Hu Weiyong and smiled, "Haha, Old Hu, you’re mistaken. These Jianghu grass rovers are the ones who truly understand gains and losses. Now they will submit to me, as long as I remain stronger than them, they will continue to submit to me. That’s their belief; the strong are respected."
"Moreover, their vision is not as short-sighted as you think, Old Hu."
Upon hearing this, Hu Weiyong said, "Understood, Weiyong understands."
Chen Jie said, "Mm, Old Hu, if you follow me, there are some things you must learn well. Although you are very capable, I hope you can become someone who understands both the Jianghu and the courts!"
Upon hearing this, Hu Weiyong said, "Yes, my Lord, Weiyong will do his utmost."
Chen Jie said, "Mm, Old Hu, you’re a quick learner."
With that, Chen Jie looked at the dazed Half-step Dragon Wu Daojun standing over there.
Since being hit by Chen Jie’s palm, Wu Daojun had stood there dumbfounded. Now, as Chen Jie called out to him, he finally returned to his senses and looked at Chen Jie, "Are you calling me?"
Chen Jiusi said, "I spared your life. Won’t you even say a word of thanks?"
Wu Daojun slowly walked over to Chen Jie, who pointed to a nearby stool, "Sit."
Wu Daojun sat down and asked, "Why didn’t you take my life?"
Chen Jie said, "Why would I take your life?"
"I attacked your Fishing Guild’s people."
Chen Jie chuckled, "If I couldn’t see you were just a scapegoat, then I might as well quit."
Upon hearing this, Wu Daojun asked, "Then, then why did you spare me?"
"Because you’re foolish!"
Chen Jie spoke bluntly, and Wu Daojun frowned, "Chen Jiusi, you can kill me, but you can’t insult me!"
Chen Jie said, "Calling you foolish isn’t an insult; it’s a compliment. You possess a certain vitality and spirit that others don’t have, and you’re someone who knows how to repay kindness. I like people who know how to repay kindness and keep their word!"
Wu Daojun looked at Chen Jie without saying a word.
Chen Jie continued.
"With that palm, our grievances are settled, and from now on, we owe each other nothing."
