The merman youth was clearly tempted.
Cang Xu truly lived up to being a strategist. What he said made perfect sense.
Seeing the merman youth's expression, Cang Xu continued, "My lord, if you return as a Gold-grade, how much help could you bring your companions?"
"If we were on Snake Rat Island or Double Eye Island, it would indeed be tremendous. But the Dragon Lion Mercenary Group is currently on Ice Sculpture Island, where a Gold-grade can play only a limited role."
"And Ice Sculpture Kingdom has only three Saint-levels. If you become Saint-level, that would be entirely different."
"Commander, Zong Ge has remained at the peak of Silver-grade for quite some time. There is a considerable chance that he can advance to Gold-grade."
"If you return after becoming Saint-level, Zong Ge will also fully recognize the gap between himself and you. If handled this way, we may be able to eliminate the hidden danger among us and thoroughly establish your leadership!"
The merman youth nodded repeatedly, but he still had doubts.
Cang Xu smiled faintly. He understood the youth and knew exactly what he was worried about.
So, Cang Xu thoughtfully added, "Of course, we cannot simply keep staying here while disregarding our companions' dangerous situation."
"Therefore, we need to gather intelligence. Only more detailed intelligence can allow us to make more accurate judgments!"
"So far, although Lan Zao is on Ice Sculpture Island, his situation is highly unusual. He cannot serve as our source of intelligence, nor can he contact Zi Di, Zong Ge, and the others."
"So, I suggest we find a way through Big Guy and learn the Dragon Lion Mercenary Group's latest circumstances as soon as possible."
The merman youth spoke then. "I am already doing what you said. I plan to have Hong Zhu