Forbidden Fruit

In the night sky, stars were sparse and dim, like half-hidden, half-revealed pearls, only letting out faint, hazy light. The oppressive atmosphere seemed to be slowly spreading.

In the luxurious guest room of the Jia Meng family, Jia Meng, Five Willows, and Xia Bu sat together on an ancient couch, discussing the consequences of this situation.

"Those insects... if we can find a replacement for Mo Hei Shen Zai, we can escape this predicament with our lives."

Jia Meng said indifferently, his voice filled with disdain for the current state of the Seven Seas.

He had a noble demeanor, and his eyes revealed a deep melancholy, like a vast, dark abyss that made people hold their breath.

Five Willows said, "That is to say, these few days of effort have turned into a pile of useless characters. The anger in my heart is burning like a raging fire. 'Damn it!'"

"Then I'll have to trouble you to investigate more thoroughly. What's the use of him?"

His expression was self-righteous. He clenched his fists, and his knuckles turned white, as if the small beetles were eager to tear those arrogant nobles, who were as high as the sky, into pieces.

Jia Meng smiled faintly, and a trace of loneliness flashed across his eyes like a shooting star.

"He is still useful. I cannot directly replace him with Mo Hei Shen Zai, but I can replace him with the person who guards the gate of the Seven Seas."

"Find someone who can both remove these insects and not cause too much trouble."

Five Willows chuckled, his body relaxing like a deflated ball.

"Ha! What difference does it make if I directly replace a noble?"

He thought to himself, his methods were too simple and direct. Why bother with such complicated procedures?

"The difference is that you are taking the initiative. That is the prelude to the consequences of the future."

"As for me, I have confirmed who the insects are. First, find someone to replace him, and then take action. Otherwise, it will be a waste of effort."

Jia Meng explained patiently. His mind, like a high-speed precision machine, was rapidly calculating every step.

"First, maintain the stability of the Seven Seas, and then eliminate those who do evil."

"In the end, all people are insects. It's not impossible to get rid of them all."

Five Willows complained unconvincedly, but his heart was also re-examining Jia Meng's words.

"Getting rid of these nobles will also have good consequences."

Jia Meng seemed to not hear Five Willows's interruption and said confidently.

"Mo Hei Shen Zai is already alone. If he wants to do something, he will definitely need everyone's contribution."

"Now, I have removed half of his support in the high-level positions of the Seven Seas, and his channels for information have been greatly reduced."

Jia Meng's eyes flashed with self-confident light, which was bright and steady.

"On the contrary, my channels for obtaining information have become wider and wider. Under this shadow, my courage has become greater and greater."

Five Willows said, first nodding slightly, then frowning again.

Now, the power of the Seven Seas was firmly held by the three families.

Among them, Jia Meng had a deep understanding of Jia Meng, and Five Willows was naturally a subordinate of Five Willows. However, compared to the Jia family, he was less capable of helping.

"Five Willows, you can handle the affairs of the Jia family, but why are you still here in the forbidden area?"

Jia Meng remained silent. The emptiness around him seemed to infect his silence, and he suddenly felt a sense of urgency.

Five Willows glared, and a trace of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes. He then said to Xia Bu.

"No, let Xia Bu enter the forbidden area. Then I will replace the master of the forbidden area."

Xia Bu laughed heartily, and his heart was filled with admiration.

"How can someone who enters the forbidden area become the master? Your wishful thinking is too naive."

Jia Meng also couldn't help but laugh.

"If your wishful thinking is known by the Jia family, they will definitely tear you to pieces."

"We should first complete our own tasks. As for the forbidden area, I have my own ways. Wait until I make a move, then talk about it."

Jia Meng knew that the affairs of the forbidden area were complicated, but they also contained the methods of detoxification.

Although Mo Hei Shen Zai and the True Spirit of the Forbidden Area were both people who had lived for a long time, they were not completely without flaws.

It was just that Mo Hei Shen Zai and the True Spirit of the Forbidden Area had not reached the point where they could control the overall situation to a sufficient extent. Mo Hei Shen Zai also had the intention of harming others, and it was not a reasonable choice.

Moreover, just resolving the family's own conflicts was enough to make him dizzy. Jia Meng had to put more effort into interfering in the affairs of the forbidden area.

"Mo Hei Shen Zai has made too many mistakes. In a short time, he will not be able to do anything big."

He thought to himself.

"Now that the outside world is safe, he has solved the threat of Mo Hei Shen Zai. The next most important thing is to integrate the power of the Seven Seas."

In the warm afternoon sun, without knowing it, Jia Meng was already eighteen years old.

The shadow of Gao Sheng, who was slightly trembling, was still conveying something to him.

As the tail of the day was slowly approaching, he officially entered the high-level world.

The ancestral land of the Jia family, located in the depths of the Seven Seas, was a magnificent and vast construction, with the tall and majestic palace of the Jia family lord standing proudly.

The current Jia family lord, Jia Zheng, wore a dark purple brocade robe, his face stern, his eyes deep and profound, and he was seated in the first position.

On his left and right were his two sons, who sat in the second and third positions respectively.

The first on the left was Jia Tianyu. He was tall and slender, with eyes as bright as stars, as if they could pierce through everything.

His heroic demeanor and stern expression reflected the Jia family's awe and complete reverence for his might.

The second on the left was Jia Fangyuan. His appearance was not lacking in elegance, and his eyes revealed a sharp gaze, constantly observing his surroundings.

He bore the heavy responsibility of the family's affairs and the collection of treasures.

The first on the right was Jia Qianxing. He was slightly plump, with a gentle and kind smile on his face, giving people a sense of warmth.

However, those sharp eyes revealed his extraordinary ability in managing the family's finances and the acquisition of precious items.

The second on the right was Jia Fangbo. He was tall and sturdy, his expression calm, and he exuded an aura of seriousness, a model of diligence for the Jia family.

The four of them were usually busy with affairs, and unless it was a matter of great importance to the family's well-being, they would not have been summoned.

"Fangbo, today you are exempted from serving the public. The people have already gathered, what do you want to report?"

Jia Zheng opened his mouth and said, his voice deep and powerful.

"Yes, Family Lord."

Jia Zheng's son, Jia Fangbo, slowly stood up, his tall figure respectfully bowing.

One could see him take a deep breath, as if he was organizing his thoughts.

"It is today that the Jia family is celebrating its grand banquet. Therefore, I would like to ask the Family Lord to clarify the position of the Jia family in the family's peace and order."

Jia Fangbo said respectfully, then knelt down precariously. Jia Zheng's eyes swept over Jia Fangbo, and the grand palace was quiet, so everyone was listening to Jia Zheng's decision.