Seven Hundred Forty-Two
Qin Hai no longer hid anything from Gu Lei.
After all, it was already no small feat that Gu Lei had been able to come here with him.
Gu Lei's heart had yet to settle when Qin Hai's next words made his head buzz again.
"Old man's strength today all came from opportunities brought by Wuji."
"This time included. My coming here to hold back the Azure Wave Divine Sect, and Wuji unsealing the Heart of the Sea King in the Chaotic Sea—they were all his plans."
"President Gu, you came this time to lend us your strength. After this storm passes, I guarantee that this gamble of yours will bring you boundless benefits!"
Qin Hai said this not merely because he trusted Gu Lei.
He was also making a promise of profit.
But... after saying those words, a cold glint flashed through Qin Hai's eyes as he stared at Gu Lei.
After all, Gu Lei's coming to help before was different from the current situation.
Would the temptation of the Heart of the Sea King make Gu Lei change his mind?
If Qin Hai noticed even the slightest sign that something was wrong with Gu Lei, he would not hesitate in the slightest. He would strike decisively.
Because neither he nor Xia Wuji could afford the slightest mistake now!
After taking a deep breath, Gu Lei said, "Holy Master Qin, since we're laying everything out in the open, I'll be more direct as well."
"I'll stand with you through this entire storm!"
"As for what I'll gain afterward, I believe Wuji won't treat me unfairly!"
Qin Hai grunted, then said, "President Gu, withdraw from the passage first. They... are about to begin again."
Gu Lei cupped his fists. "Holy Master Qin, be careful!"
With that, Gu