The moonlight was like water, shrouding the skies above Fushan. The earth was a gray expanse, and the military base behind Fushan, where ordinary people were not allowed to tread, was brightly lit. Countless soldiers were on guard, patrolling as if facing a formidable enemy. Their cold eyes fixed on the gray woods around them, filled with a strong sense of vigilance. The military dogs seed to sense an unusual atmosphere as well, becoming restless and occasionally letting out low growls, venting their inner anger.
Two hundred ters below the military base was a large cavern, brightly lit inside, comprising three levels. The cavern was spacious and hollow, surrounded by small caves with patrol teams inspecting them, guns loaded. Yet, when they reached a cave with a blast-proof door, they deliberately walked lightly, fearing to incur the displeasure of those inside.
This cave was the core eting place of the Chrysanthemum Group, furnished simply, with a touch of natural flair, corresponding to the Ninja's pursuit of nature. Yet at this mont, the conference room exuded a depressing atmosphere. In the center was a platform, on which lay a corpse — the vice president of the Chrysanthemum Group, Shijing Kong. Everyone was sitting kneeling around, filled with silent rage. Shijing Ye sat kneeling beside Shijing Kong, with a sullen face and murderous intent in his eyes.
After a while, Shijing Ye coldly said, "President, gentlen, what exactly happened?"
"Shijing Ye, please accept my condolences. The vice president was ambushed on his way to appease the hostage's family. There were four snipers, using large-caliber sniper rifles, incendiary bombs, and armor-piercing bullets. The vice president couldn't escape the calamity and unfortunately perished. Considering your relationship with the vice president, we urgently summoned you back from Yue Country," an elderly man said softly, frail-looking, as if a gust of wind could blow him down.
But Shijing Ye held deep respect for this elder, bowing his head in a polite bow and courteously replying, "President, you're too kind. In that case, could it be that the other party might be military personnel? Is this a murder case executed by a third-party nation? Is there any progress? Please, President, enlighten us."
"Shijing Ye, you are the future pride of the Chrysanthemum Group, as well as the vice president's relative, so you should be inford of this. However, just as we began the investigation, news ca that your family estate was attacked. We imdiately mobilized all forces to rush to aid, but by the ti the helicopters arrived, it was too late. The estate was engulfed in flas, and no enemies were found. While halfway there, news ca that the Ghost Group was also attacked. Fearing an attack on the palace, the Emperor ordered the support unit to withdraw imdiately," the elder said slowly, as if recounting an unrelated matter.
Yet Shijing Ye dared not feel any dissatisfaction with this elder before him, fully aware of his strength. Even Master Liu Yun, acclaid as Japan's Strongest Soldier King, couldn't match this elder. Respectfully, he said, "In this case, it's a conspiracy against my Shijing family. The attack on the Ghost Group was rely to delay the support unit, facilitating the assassins' escape. To breach the family estate in such a short ti, leaving none alive, the assailants are not only powerful but also nurous. Such a feat couldn't be achieved by just a few people. Please, President, seek justice and avenge the Shijing family."
"This revenge is for you to exact, as it is indeed the Shijing family's matter, and that's the reason for summoning you hurriedly. I have already nominated you to the Chrysanthemum Group's Elder Council to appoint you as vice president, taking over all of Shijing Kong's affairs, and nominated you to the Emperor as the new head of the Death God Organization," the elder said calmly.
With these words, the expressions of all present abruptly changed, glancing at Shijing Ye with astonishnt, envy, and mostly apprehension, especially those who held grudges against him. Shijing Ye hadn't expected all of Shijing Kong's power to fall into his hands. Delighted inside, he said with a composed expression, "President, I am still young and fear I may be unworthy of such a heavy responsibility. Would you reconsider?"
"Modesty is a virtue, but overly so is not good. Everyone acknowledges your capabilities, and amongst the younger generation, you have no equal. We are all old, and the Chrysanthemum Group eventually needs the younger generation for support. You need not delay any longer. The first task of your new tenure is not simple. Do you have confidence?" the elder asked calmly.
"I suspect it's the sa group. There shouldn't be many third-party national military personnel causing trouble in our country, which should be easy to eliminate. With such a wide impact, there must be witnesses or clues left behind. Spread a wide net to investigate, and sothing will turn up. I am just concerned about their strength. To conquer the family estate in re minutes suggests they are quite nurous. If this stirs up trouble, the country will be unstable. I am worried about the palace's side," Shijing Ye subtly reminded, pondering whether next ti would be the sa — President worried about an attack order.
The President slowly opened his muddled eyes, deep and heavy, gleaming with wisdom, quietly gazing at Shijing Ye, as if seeing through his thoughts, before gently closing them again, calmly saying, "It's been a while since I chatted with the Emperor. For these days I'll stay by the Emperor's side. You can proceed without worry."
Shijing Ye was greatly relieved to hear this. With the President by the Emperor's side, the Emperor would naturally not be restless, moving ninjas around constantly. He gratefully looked at the President, respectfully saying, "Many thanks for your cultivation, President. The Shijing family will rember this kindness. In three days, I will find the murderer."
"It's not about finding, it's about bringing to justice. I am getting old, preferring quiet rest. The Emperor doesn't like , an old fool, following him daily," the President said lightly.
"Yes." Shijing Ye understood the President's implication, solemnly nodding and saying, "Rest assured, President. It concerns national dignity, family dignity, and must be pursued with full dedication to bring the villain to justice."
Previously, Shijing Ye lacked confidence, but now, having replaced Shijing Kong and taken the substantial position of vice president, not to ntion the strength of the Death God Killer Organization, the ninjas the vice president could command alone amounted to several hundred people. If the family forces also couldn't exact revenge, Shijing Ye would admit defeat, quickly formulating plans as the conference room grew silent and oppressive, everyone controlling their breath, not daring to make a sound.
After a while, Shijing Ye suddenly thought of Luo Zheng, the adversary likely still hiding in the vast mountains of Yue country, giving rise to a strange feeling. But then rembering Luo Zheng should still be amid the mountains, dismissed the thought, softly saying, "President, I request the intelligence agency's full efforts to assist in locating the murderer."
"Go find them yourself, just say I have agreed," the President said while closing his eyes.
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