NOVEL NEXT Chapter 443
Chapter 443: Who Would Complain About Having Too Many Lackeys? – Zhao Gao is Assigned a Task!
Earlier in the study, Zhao Gao was scared out of his wits by a joke from Ying Zheng, nearly wetting himself, and was promptly kicked out.
After leaving, he felt like a drum was beating in his heart, anxious that Ying Zheng might hold a grudge against him.
He had no choice but to come pleading to Li Mo for help.
Li Mo couldn’t help but chuckle softly, ready to say that Ying Zheng wouldn’t hold it against him.
But then, he thought better of it and changed his mind.
He said, “Here’s the deal: I’ll assign you a task, complete it, and you won’t have to worry about His Majesty anymore.”
Zhao Gao was instantly overjoyed, bowing deeply and replying, “National Advisor, just say the word! Whatever you need, even if it means climbing a mountain of knives or descending into a sea of flames, I’ll get it done!”
Li Mo waved his hand, “No need to climb mountains or dive into seas.”
Hearing this, Zhao Gao felt a weight lift off his shoulders and smiled, “Just let me know what you need done, and I’ll see to it!”
No mountain climbing or sea diving? That meant there was no danger to his life!
“You’re to eliminate the Farmer’s Organization.”
“Ah?”
Li Mo’s words left Zhao Gao, who had just begun to relax, utterly stunned.
“E-eliminate… the Farmer’s Organization? Me?”
He pointed at himself, his face a mask of disbelief.
The Farmer’s Organization was one of the many schools of thought, boasting no shortage of skilled members.
Even though their hero, Tian Guang, was dead, the six elders were still kicking.
Most crucially, they had over a hundred thousand disciples!
That was enough to drown himself with a single spit!
While he had trained a bit, it was definitely not enough!
Wasn’t this about the same as climbing a mountain of knives and descending into a sea of flames?
Seeing him frozen in shock, Li Mo patted his shoulder reassuringly, “Oh, I wasn’t clear enough. I’m not asking you to do it alone, nor do you need to wipe them out to the last chicken and dog.”
Zhao Gao snapped out of his daze and said nervously, “So what you mean is (bgf6)…”
Li Mo lowered his hand and continued, “I’ll send some people to help you. I have my eyes inside the Farmer’s Organization, and I’ll give you a few contacts so you can work together.”
Only then did Zhao Gao finally feel his heart settle back down.
Helpers assigned by the National Advisor would certainly be no ordinary folk.
With that said, he likely wouldn’t even need to get his hands dirty.
Li Mo added, “If there are any willing to ally with us from the Farmer’s Organization, I welcome them. Those who resist, however, should be dealt with accordingly. But remember…”
Zhao Gao immediately perked up.
With his experience reading the room over the years, he knew that what Li Mo was about to say next was the crux of it all.
Li Mo paused for effect and continued, “No matter how many from the Farmer’s Organization surrender or perish, there’s one thing you must bring back by any means necessary!”
Zhao Gao’s heart skipped a beat.
The item that Li Mo emphasized so much must be of great importance!
He leaned in, eager to ensure he heard correctly.
“What should I bring back? I’m all ears.”
Li Mo enunciated clearly, “Fire Ganoderma.”
“Fire Ganoderma… Fire Ganoderma… Got it! I’ll bring you the Fire Ganoderma!”
Zhao Gao repeated Li Mo’s instruction over and over.
As for why he wanted the Fire Ganoderma, Zhao Gao wisely chose not to ask.
A capable subordinate should focus on doing the job rather than asking too many questions.
Just do as you’re told.
Li Mo noticed Zhao Gao’s cleverness and intuition, which is why he was given this chance to shine.
He had plenty of capable people at his disposal—Luo Network, Liu Sha, even Fei Yan and the Moon Goddess brought along from the Yin-Yang School.
Any one of them was just as competent as Zhao Gao!
But who would complain about having too many lackeys?
Zhao Gao had expressed his loyalty more than once in front of Li Mo, so it seemed fair to give him a shot.
Sometimes, getting things done wasn’t just about how high one’s skills were; it was about tactics and personal ability!
“I accept the order! I’ll prepare at once and set out today!”
Having received the National Advisor’s task, Zhao Gao didn’t dare waste a second, immediately ready to leave.
But before he could go, he hesitated and asked, “Should I tell His Majesty… that I’m taking a leave?”
He had been serving in Ying Zheng’s study lately.
Even though he worried that Ying Zheng might be displeased due to the earlier incident, he also didn’t dare abandon his post.
Li Mo glanced around and casually called over a guard.
He instructed, “Go inform His Majesty that Lord Zhao has been borrowed by me for a task.”
It was necessary to give Ying Zheng a heads-up.
Otherwise, if Zhao Gao didn’t return for too long, Ying Zheng might really think he had abandoned his post and get angered enough to issue a manhunt!
Upon exiting the palace, a general clad in armor immediately approached.
“Greetings, National Advisor.”
Li Mo’s voice called from inside the horse-drawn carriage, “No need for formalities, General Zhang Han. You’ve been waiting long.”
Zhang Han responded respectfully, “It is my duty.”
Li Mo nodded, “Lead the way.”