Lin Jiangxian sat in his chair, staring hard at Song Sheng Chaoying with sharp eyes.
Song Sheng Chaoying said, "Elder Lin Jiangxian, many things happen for a reason. Since Ming Disha was stirring things up behind the scenes, there's no need to make such a fuss over a few complications. I hope you won't take it to heart. He lurks in the shadows while we stand in the open. He dares to use any dirty trick without the slightest moral restraint, while we conduct ourselves openly and honorably, which leaves us constrained at every turn. It isn't that we're no match for him. The enemy is simply too cunning and despicable."
Lin Jiangxian said, "Hearing the Dean put it that way, Lin Jiangxian feels much better."
"Mhm."
Song Sheng Chaoying said to Old Zheng, "Old Zheng, although you do not bear the title of elder, in terms of achievements, standing, strength, and seniority... you are the most experienced and trustworthy elder-level figure in our Elder Council. Over the years, your contributions have been immeasurable. It could even be said that much of our domestic resources and capital was obtained through your good relationship with the Huo Group. You are a great contributor. I will not forget that, and neither will the Elder Council."
Old Zheng's eyes reddened. "Dean, with those words from you, I, Old Zheng, could die without regrets."
"Hahaha! It's only a minor setback. No need to talk about life and death."
At last, Song Sheng Chaoying looked at Po Zhenzi.
"Elder Po Zhenzi, before setting out, I promised you that I would place absolute trust in you. It was because you had that promise that you dared to follow your own ideas in breaking the deadlock and carrying out the operation. There was nothing wrong with your