Chapter 570: State Preceptor Hemeng!
After getting Master Hemeng's approval, Tarsen finally dared to bring his carefully prepared "gift" and respectfully entered the Elder Jian Palace.
This time, he only brought along the two most loyal subordinates from the group. At the moment, these two subordinates were walking in single file, carrying a bundled long carpet on their shoulders; this was Tarsen's heavy offering delivered to Hemeng late at night.
Hemeng was already sitting in the Guest Hall waiting for them, and upon seeing Tarsen arrive with the two men, he asked coldly, "Tarsen, why are you here at such a late hour? It's not that you don't know, I don't have much patience for someone like you. Your existence has sullied the entire Myanmar, causing drugs to run rampant."
"Honorable Master Hemeng, you are right. It's been a long time since I've seen you, so let me first pay my respects here!"
Tarsen placed his feet together, brought his hands to his chest, and bowed respectfully.
In Myanmar, everyone was a devout Buddhist, so this gesture was the most exalted courtesy Tarsen could offer, enough to express his respect for Hemeng.
"Enough, one doesn't visit a temple without a reason. Just speak your business, what is it?" Hemeng was not moved, waving his hand dismissively.
"Master Hemeng, I have been in Neibi all the while hoping to visit you, but without finding the opportunity. Tonight, I dared to come and have even prepared a small gift for you, hoping you will accept it with a smile!"
Saying this, Tarsen signaled to the two subordinates with a glance. They immediately understood and carefully placed the carpet down.
Hemeng looked uninterested on the surface, although he was somewhat anticipating it in his heart.
After all, at his level, gold, silver, jewels, and precious items were meaningless, worldly riches were mere clouds and mist.
But he also knew, given Tarsen's identity, he wouldn't come without something significant.
At that moment, as the two subordinates placed the carpet on the ground, one of them quickly moved to one side of the carpet and gently unfurled it.
Then, right before Hemeng's face, the rolled-up carpet was gradually unwrapped, soon revealing its secret!
Inside the carpet was a woman!
"Hmm?"
Hemeng was startled upon seeing this scene!
At the same time, the maids standing beside him were also surprised!
They never expected that Tarsen's late-night gift to Hemeng would be a woman!
Moreover, they had to admit, she was an extraordinary beauty!
Her figure, looks, charm, and allure far surpassed everyone present!
The lustful Hemeng was immediately intrigued!
But he still maintained a facade of complete calmness, turning to Tarsen and asking, "Tarsen, what is the meaning of this?"
"As I said, Honorable Master Hemeng, I have long wanted to visit you. This small gift is a token of respect, hoping you'll like it!" Tarsen, seeing the expression on Hemeng's face, understood and said with a smile.
However, at this moment, his heart was bleeding!
To enlist Hemeng's help, he accepted Lu Da's suggestion and sent his most beloved woman!
The woman on the carpet was Lu Da herself!
To facilitate the connection between Hemeng and Tarsen, she chose to sacrifice herself, giving herself to this ninety-year-old geezer.
Of course, once any woman fell into Hemeng's hands, escape was impossible.
This means, from this moment on, Lu Da would be utterly reduced to a plaything without dignity, serving Hemeng and unable to return to serve Tarsen.
"Haha, you do have filial respect, this woman is indeed remarkable!"
Hemeng looked at Lu Da with satisfaction and then laughed as he said to Tarsen, "Tarsen, no wonder you've made it to this position. You certainly know how to please my tastes! However, do not beat around the bush with me, tell me directly what you need help with! Do you need me to introduce you to the King? Or help you achieve some official accolades? Just speak your mind!"
Being someone astute, Hemeng naturally didn't believe that Tarsen was offering him a gift for no reason, but he didn't want to waste time either, hurrying to send him off so he could enjoy the exceptional beauty.
"Master Hemeng, it's like this! Have you heard of Jiang Feng from China?" Tarsen suddenly asked.
"Jiang Feng?" Hemeng furrowed his brows, his expression turning a little displeased.
What kind of person was he, always having others hear about him, when was it ever his turn to hear about others?!
"No! I explored the Zhou Country in my youth, met many Chinese, but the name Jiang Feng is not familiar to me." Hemeng said indifferently, "What about him? Is he bothering you?"
"It's more than a bother; it's a grudge as deep as the ocean, revenge is a must!"
Tarsen's face contorted, fiercely saying, "Master Hemeng, you are unaware, both of my sons were killed by this person! Even several of my top bodyguards have been completely wiped out. Now the Heigu Group is almost down to just me alone, so I hope..."
Hemeng understood at this point!
Emotionally, Tarsen had encountered a tricky Chinese person whom he couldn't handle and was requesting him to intervene!
This extremely displeased Hemeng. How could someone of his stature, akin to a State Preceptor, be expected to degrade himself to become an assassin over a mere woman, to help Tarsen kill someone?
"Tarsen, how dare you! Are you preparing to embarrass me? Even the King wouldn't dare casually ask me to kill, yet you dare to think of making me your tool?" Hemeng coldly asked.
Tarsen was startled and immediately knelt before Hemeng, hastily saying, "Master Hemeng, I wouldn't dare! But… I truly have no other option! Jiang Feng from China is far too arrogant, and aside from you stepping out, I really can't think of anyone else who could ensure his death. Besides..."
"Besides what?" Hemeng asked sternly!
"Besides, even if you kill that Jiang, it wouldn't be for me, but to avenge your disciple Du Sengming, to restore your honor!" Tarsen feigned a pained expression.
"Sengming?" Hemeng frowned upon hearing the name, "What happened to him?"
"I mentioned earlier that my bodyguards died at Jiang Feng's hands, and that included Du Sengming!"
Tarsen's words were shocking, "Additionally, an earlier disciple you took in China, named Wang Mian, also perished at Jiang Feng's hands. Like you, he bore an irreconcilable enmity! Sir, you must not forgive him..."
"What did you say?!!"
Hemeng was astounded by Tarsen's words, his expression changed completely, and a terrifying aura emanated from him, causing the entire Elder Jian Palace to quiver slightly as if an earthquake had struck!