"If we miss the opportunity or refuse to back down in the negotiations, leading to Grand Commander Zhao being sentenced... it’s a retribution of our own making. Even if it results in a deadly feud, they can easily shift the bla onto us. By then, they can effortlessly gain public sympathy and the inclination of neutral forces as the victim."
"Moreover, with Wang Shouzhe’s personality, he must have already investigated our information. He should know that Dragon Gang Leader is loyal and emotional, and it’s impossible for him to easily abandon Grand Commander Zhao. In short, the Wang Family and their marriage alliance have taken the initiative, and we are in a relatively passive position."
Jiaang Yusong’s series of analyses clearly dissected the Wang Family’s intentions.
Long Wuji’s brows slowly furrowed, "So, does it an that the Wang Family wants peace yet refuses to share the benefits with us? Grand Commander Jiaang, is there a way to break the impasse?"
"There is naturally a way to break the impasse." Jiaang Yusong adjusted his sleeves, wearing a confident smile, "Even though Wang Shouzhe is calculating, he forgets one thing: ultimately, strength is what matters in this world. All the experts in his marriage alliance together are at most equivalent to a formidable Sixth-Grade Noble Family. Yet, our Jiaolong Gang’s overall combat strength rivals a Fifth-Grade Noble Family."
"All it takes is for you, Patriarch Long, to personally lead the group to Changning Guard, exerting pressure as a Purple Mansion Ascendant. This will surely cause unrest within their marriage alliance. I’ll use my persuasive tongue, employing both soft and hard tactics, to internally dismantle their will. At that ti, not only will rescuing Grand Commander Zhao be no problem, but the interests that belong to us will not be left out either."
"Once we establish a foothold in Changning Guard, even if it’s just a small one, we can gradually plot and expand the interests of our Jiaolong Gang."
These words made the several Grand Commanders present nod frequently. Even Long Wuji squinted his eyes as if agreeing sowhat.
"Wait!"
Suddenly, a woman’s voice rang out.
At the sa ti, a veiled graceful figure stepped forward from the corner, cupping her hands and saying, "Patriarch Long, I’m afraid this matter is inappropriate."
Despite being veiled, she exuded a graceful and ethereal aura, much like a fairy. She was none other than Cao Youqing, who suffered significant losses at the hands of the Wang Family last ti.
Long Wuji’s eyes slightly narrowed, speaking indifferently, "Immortal Cao, could it be that you have other instructions?"
Cao Youqing seed unaware of Long Wuji’s mood and continued, "Wang Shouzhe is extrely cunning and excels at setting traps. Patriarch Long negotiating with him probably already falls into his calculation. It would be better to directly send our experts to raid the Wang Family’s main residence, catching him off-guard."
Upon hearing this, Long Wuji’s expression turned slightly cold.
He squinted at Cao Youqing, his tone unhurried, "Immortal Cao, do you really think our Jiaolong Comrce Association is so kind of crazed pirate gang? Disagree, and we wipe out their entire clan. If I truly did this, it wouldn’t be long before the combined forces of the Academy and the Governnt Office raze this Jiaolong Island to the ground."
"But..." Cao Youqing, seeing the situation spiraling out of control, beca anxious, and her tone turned sowhat cold, "Patriarch Long, don’t forget what the young master instructed..."
Unexpectedly, as soon as she said half of her words, Long Wuji impatiently waved his hand.
An intense Qi Force imdiately crashed into her chest.
The formidable presence directly pierced her core, sending her flying backwards and crashing into the stone pillar outside the door with such force that the entire great hall trembled slightly.
It was only then that the loud explosion of the Qi Force breaking through the air was finally heard.
Cao Youqing’s internal organs churned violently, spewing out a large mouthful of blood.
The intense pain drained her face of color, yet it couldn’t hide the shock and fury in her eyes.
She never imagined that Long Wuji, as a Purple Mansion Ascendant, would strike without hesitation, giving her, a Saint Land Celestial Pride, no face at all!
However, before she could react, a terrifying killing intent, as tangible as substance, enveloped her.
It was bone-chilling, as if coming from the deepest hell, carrying an evil Qi that made one’s heart palpitate with fear.
At that mont, she had no doubt that if she dared to make any move, the next strike awaiting her would be truly lethal!
"What I, Long Wuji, do, what need is there for you to teach?"
Long Wuji didn’t even glance at her, continuing his languid and casual manner, eyes half-closed as if perpetually drowsy, but his tone turned icy: "Don’t say that you’re just a foolish dog under the young master’s command, even if the young master himself ca, he has no right to direct , Long Wuji."
Cao Youqing’s mouth was stained with blood, her head lowered, yet the trace of hatred in her eyes was inextinguishable.
...
Half a month later.
A precious spring rain descended upon the land of Changning Guard.
The tenant farrs all showed expressions of joy. This tily spring rain provided ample moisture for the winter wheat, allowing it to thrive.
If everything goes smoothly from here, this May will be another bountiful harvest season.
However, beneath the seemingly peaceful and harmonious Changning Guard, a surging undercurrent was brewing. At the forefront was Lord City Guardian of Changning, Wei Wenxun.
At this mont, Wei Wenxun was full of regret.
Recalling when he first advanced to the Celestial Human Realm, how spirited he was, the Lord Governor personally allowed him to choose any of the three Guardian Cities to govern. Unluckily, he chose Changning Guard.
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