By the time Ma Jiahe discovered the truth, it was already too late. At the very least, Ma Zhi no longer feared him at all.
He had been cautious before because order still existed, and Ma Jiahe could have him executed at any time.
But this confrontation had shown everyone the collapse of order, and Ma Zhi had righteousness on his side.
One only had to look at how many people remained neutral. At a time like this, few wanted to claim credit and rewards, but even fewer wanted to kill him.
Of course, the act still had to go on.
Ma Zhi wore an expression of grief and outrage, as though he had suffered the greatest injustice. "Minister, fine, don't admit it at a time like this, but you're actually trying to frame me too? Ask the brothers whether they believe you."
Unlike Ma Jiahe, who had become detached from the middle and lower-ranking officers, Ma Zhi had always been their representative.
Moreover, everyone had seen his performance over the past few years. They knew he was the only one who actually got things done.
To put it bluntly, in the eyes of outsiders, even if the entire Pegasus Group surrendered, Ma Zhi would absolutely be the last to do so.
Naturally, such opinions were not enough to make everyone risk their lives for him, but the atmosphere had clearly changed.
Ma Jiahe was furious. The longer this dragged on, the worse it was for him. He already knew he was finished again this time. Going head-to-head with Ma Zhi was nothing more than a fit of pique.
He had been toyed with for years and had even treated the other man as a trusted confidant. It was truly humiliating.
Thus, time passed as the two continued bickering. The