Love letters are not allowed in the exorcism notebook!-Chapter 987 - 54 I Thought It Was for the Good of the President

This conversation lasted until two in the early morning. Wang Yunxiao talked with everyone and received unanimous praise from the old fellows – this kid is alright, not irritating.

Understandably, this group of ruffians isn’t exactly civilized people who reason things out.

When it comes to interrogation efficiency, the first priority would be with the Advisor. You don’t even need to speak; he can write the statement for you.

But if Mu Yushu brought back an Advisor today, saying "I want to interrogate you," neither his nor the Advisor’s outcome would be good.

It’d likely lead to fatalities.

In the Mu Family, known for generations of military commanders, the only hard truth at home is the thickness of one’s arms. Bringing an Advisor over is essentially an insult to everyone.

So this time, Mu Yushu kept his stance very low, first introducing Wang Yunxiao as someone from their own family, cultivating the Garrison Soldiers Dharma Gate. He only mentioned having a chat, without talking about any interrogation.

What bad intentions could the Garrison Soldiers possibly have, right?

After seeing off this batch of old guys, Mu Yushu came to the study. As soon as he entered, he saw Wang Yunxiao spoiling his good tea leaves.

A fine grade of Da Hong Pao, he brewed a big barrel and was drinking it heartily.

But now is not the time to feel sorry for the tea leaves.

"How did it go?"

"They’re all old Youtiao, not a single truthful word from them."

While drinking tea to refresh himself, Wang Yunxiao turned his head and said to Mu Yushu, "But I’ve basically figured out what’s going on. Ultimately, it’s all about loyalty."

Mu Yushu raised his eyebrow and asked, "How so?"

"There’s an Iron Blood Society in the army, right?"

"Yes, it’s a secret society created by a group of young officers. They worship the President and treat all of the President’s past remarks as golden rules, retaliating fiercely against anyone who questions the President. We’ve cracked down on them several times before and handled relevant personnel, but they have been impossible to suppress."

Talking about the Iron Blood Society, Mu Yushu also felt a bit troubled.

"Is that all?"

Wang Yunxiao smiled and said, "Are you pretending to be confused, or are you really confused?"

Mu Yushu frowned and said, "If you have something to say, just say it."

"The President’s prestige is unmatched domestically. This common knowledge needs no explanation; I believe you are well aware. As the President’s main force of the Direct Line, the Qilin Army should originally be absolutely loyal to the President. Why then is there an ’Iron Blood Society,’ which is more loyal than others, forming as a radical faction? Is it because others are not loyal enough, or have they done something to no longer be viewed as confidants by the President?"

Sea water is naturally salty.

Perhaps different sea regions vary in depth, some clear, some murky.

But if you claim my sea water is saltier than others, what does that really mean?

"Everyone believes themselves to be decidedly loyal to the President, but some feel their version of loyalty is more correct, seeing others’ loyalty as too superficial. On the surface, the Iron Blood Society is a radical group promoting personal worship, but in essence, they are exemplifications of self-importance and egotism."

Wang Yunxiao earnestly said, "Shouldn’t true soldiers see obeying orders as their paramount duty? Has the President issued any explicit orders to form the Iron Blood Society within the army?"

"I think not. Based on what these people said tonight, even if they did not directly participate, they at least secretly encouraged and facilitated the establishment of the Iron Blood Society."

"Because it benefits them greatly."

"Whether it benefits the President, they believe it does."

"It’s like there’s a kind of cold — the kind where mom thinks you’re cold. Regardless of whether you’re actually cold, as long as mom thinks you’re cold, she will outfit you warmly, all while claiming it’s for your own good, both verbally and mentally."

"Previously, the international situation was perilous. To resist foreign invasion, everything was to prioritize the military. For example, the country’s only automobile manufacturing plant provided vehicles solely for the military, completely disregarding the civilian market."

"But now things have changed, the nation developing, and the military must yield to economic priorities. Tianmen must funnel resources to other regions. Back then, everyone had a pound of meat in their bowls to eat at will; now, only two ounces remain, naturally leading to dissent."

"To get more meat, there were only two ways: either fight like mad to snatch it or kick out anyone who had opinions, denying them meat – that is the essence of the Iron Blood Society, and it’s the principal reason you indulged their growth. Am I right, Major General?"

Mu Yushu remained silent for a moment, then nodded. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

"No wonder they all say you speak eloquently; you certainly have the talent for political work."

No, this is the gift of rhetoric.

"Creating the Iron Blood Society, fostering extreme worship, ostracizing those generals deemed ’not loyal enough’ superficially, the plan seems workable. It’s nothing but the principle of survival of the fittest. But the problem is, mere lip service isn’t sufficient— the only military logic is strength. Just talking doesn’t cut it, lacking real capability, your Iron Blood Society won’t survive."

Wang Yunxiao continued, "The Iron Blood Society needs an opportunity, an opportunity to prove themselves. For instance, by finding a new enemy— but it’s already the Third Year of Ming Country, not just the Qilin Army, even the Special Service Bureau’s workload is starting to lighten. You can’t find suitable opportunities, so you have to tackle other aspects."

"Last year’s fourth special crackdown operation, if I’m not mistaken, the so-called changes within the Qilin Army mustn’t have questioned the President’s governance capabilities, or been simply persuaded by those former courtiers. Could it be that extreme generals intended to wield the butcher’s knife against the group of former courtiers?"

"The original instructions above merely wanted to excise the tumors, yet some, whether truly foolish or pretending, aimed to cut off the entire arm, such as casually disposing of the deposed minor emperor of the Former Dynasty, massacring hundreds or thousands..."

"Isn’t that right?"

"Correct."

Mu Yushu nodded and said, "Back then, rumors spread that Kong Ting resisted stubbornly, arousing fervor in the army, as everyone wanted to personally teach this arrogant old scholar a lesson. Even some people suggested eradicating the entire Jishan Academy."

"Fortunately, Huo Qingyang suppressed the situation before, and the Tiger King Army entered to cool their heads afterward."

Wang Yunxiao couldn’t help but laugh, "I am not a regular soldier, yet I understand that the principle for soldiers is to obey orders. When fighting, if superiors command you to guard below the mountain, and you think the feng shui is poor and head to the mountain top, isn’t that a violation of military orders? I don’t know the President’s temperament, but if I were the commander, I’d surely resolve it by executing to enforce military law."

"Did you take action?"

Mu Yushu shook his head and said, "Arrested quite a few people, but haven’t dealt with them yet."