My Scheming Little Devil-Chapter 1961: Utterly Sinister
In their hearts, eager for Halian Jing to fall soon.
Otherwise, it would surely hinder Eagle Country from becoming the most powerful nation.
Ling Kong smiled leisurely, not at all showing an unsightly expression of being provoked, rather appearing calm and collected, with a smile that concealed daggers:
"Thank you so much, General Fengye, for being so concerned about my father. Rest assured, my father is about the same age as you, in very good health, quite unlike you, General. I heard that when you were young and participating in war, you suffered serious injuries that left problems, and besides that, you have several troublesome illnesses concerning the liver, heart, and lungs. That’s quite an issue; if you don’t take good care, any sudden symptom could be problematic. You know, as people get older, they tend to fall ill easily. Moreover, I’ve heard that the president of Eagle Country and you, General Fengye, seem to have differing political views and don’t get along well."
"Having different opinions in politics is a very normal thing." Fengye Ningyuan remained calm, yet was quite shocked inside.
This young person was composed and profound, speaking with grace but yielding nothing, quite a sharp tongue, and even more surprising was the fact that Ling Kong knew a lot about his personal matters, even those illnesses he had never talked about, truly a troublesome individual.
"Indeed, it is quite normal, but misunderstandings would be unfortunate, as there are always some rumors circulating, which really affect the general’s reputation."
"What rumors?" Fengye Ningyuan frowned.
Ling Kong lightly sipped his red wine, smiling leisurely: "Previously, when I accompanied my mother to Yalan Country for charitable activities, we encountered an assassination attempt, which still hasn’t been fully investigated. But there are quite a few rumors, causing headaches; some are utterly ridiculous. They claim that the president of Eagle Country deliberately sent agents to assassinate my mother to provoke the Aus Empire’s anger against Yalan Country and incite war between the two countries. Absolutely absurd, our Aus Empire would never believe such nonsense. I wonder what sort of malicious person is spreading such lies so viciously, attempting to slander the president; truly, what a sinister mind."
Fengye Ningyuan’s face looked slightly unsightly, but it was only for a moment.
"Indeed vicious, daring to spread such rumors to ruin the president’s reputation. If we find out who’s behind this, there will be no mercy."
"My father and I naturally believe in General Fengye, but some people do not, even suspecting that it was you, general, who spread them. They think you and the president are from opposing camps and accuse you of orchestrating the assassination, then blaming it on the president. Of course, this is all nonsense. We believe General Fengye would never do such a thing." Ling Kong’s gaze was so sincere, it was impossible not to admire his acting skills.
Fengye Ningyuan was truly unable to react in anger.
This young man was indeed a sinister character, pleasant and graceful in demeanor, yet his words were probing and indirectly accusing him, all while feigning innocence.
The assassination of the grand councilman’s wife was indeed something he had instructed Wuyin to carry out.
Because Yalan Country had always been under sanctions, and Eagle Country along with other nations wanted to share in its resources, but the Aus Empire had suddenly intervened, helping Yalan Country and thwarting their plans.
So he came up with this plan, to sow discord between the Aus Empire and Yalan Country, so that Yalan would be isolated and become subject to Eagle Country’s control, allowing them free rein.
But it didn’t succeed; the assassination failed.
