Chapter 970

There are two purposes for doing this.

First, if Chen Fang is capable enough, he could leverage his skills to make headway in Jiuhai Province.

In this way, the Hou Family's claim to rule Jiuhai Province would be disrupted.

It also strengthens the upper echelon's control over Jiuhai Province.

Secondly.

If Chen Fang lacks the capability,

he can also deflect some of the Hou Family members' grievances against Shangguan Shoudong.

This allows him to focus on other matters.

In summary,

no matter the outcome, it's advantageous for Shangguan Shoudong.

Noticing the change in Chen Fang's expression,

Shangguan Shoudong asked, "What? You don't want to go?"

Chen Fang suddenly smiled.

He said, "Mr. Shangguan, I understand now. Hou Jingjing isn't really that big of a threat to you. If you just force her to leave the country, you could have taken her down. You actually want me to go to Jiuhai Province, right?"

It seemed like he had been seen through.