"Oh?"
Above South Sea City, as streaks of fire shot up, the enormous monster hidden behind the clouds let out a cold snort.
"Did it fail?"
Within the thunderclouds, a massive tumor within the Ghost Shark's enormous body emitted a muffled voice. "Can't even handle this simple matter; utterly disgraceful."
"Heh," Ghost Shark seemed unfazed, slightly shifting his body as he said, "It's alright. This formation won't last long, at most seven days. As long as there are no reinforcements, we can retrieve what we want from South Sea City, and everything will proceed according to the master's wishes."
"The key question is whether reinforcements will arrive?"
"We're too busy taking care of ourselves, where would we get reinforcements?" the tumor said in a deep voice. "We've been weaving this net for years, and no one can stop it!"
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" Jiangnan?" Wei Gongzhan's pupils contracted, and he felt inexplicably nervous. In his mind now, something happening in Jiangnan was more serious than something happening to him.
He was neglected in the Wei Household from a young age and treated like a servant. In Jiangnan, although he didn't stay for long, he was given the warmth of home, enthusiastic neighbors, a clingy Xiaoli, and an elder named Wei Gongcheng who seemed indifferent but was actually very attentive and caring towards him.
That's everything he cherishes most now. Anyone or anything that dares to lay a hand on that place, he'll fight them to the death!
Explain yourself clearly!
Suppressing the anger in his heart, Wei Gongzhan's voice trembled as he spoke.
"Aren't you supposed to be pretty smart? Can't you figure this out?" Chen Zhuo chuckled. "The problem in the South Sea was probably leaked by Chen Qing, wasn't it? He's in Cloud Capital, yet he knows about news from so far away in the South Sea. Haven't you considered the significance of this Celestial Master Assembly in Cloud Capital?"
Wei Gongzhan "you," but he immediately realized that the Celestial Master Assembly had invited leaders from all sides. Initially, no one thought that Cloud Capital to make things difficult for the leaders of various forces. After all, no matter how powerful Cloud Capital was, it was impossible for it to become the enemy of the world. But now it seemed that it was not so simple.
The other side's scheme was not only aimed at the leaders of Cloud Capital, but also at the power bases and influence of those leaders themselves.
But with Jiangnan's power so firmly established, what makes them think they can take it over just because their lord isn't around?
Wei Gongzhan began to calm down. Jiangnan was not a weakling like South Sea City. Its military strength was undoubtedly the best in the world. What kind of Ghost Shark General dared to openly go to Jiangnan? He could be cooked in more than a dozen ways, including steaming and braising!
This isn't arrogance or conceit, but a fact. Why is Jiangnan able to guarantee that all the major families will fight tooth and nail to get in?
It's all because they have enough strength. If Jiangnan can protect itself now, he doesn't believe anyone can break through it unless it collapses from within!
"Who is it?" Wei Gongzhan, his voice filled with overwhelming anger yet chillingly suppressed.
"You're quick on the uptake." Chen Zhuo sighed, looking at the other person. "I don't know either, but I know about them." He glanced at the insect on the ground, now Ao Zhen, and said quietly, "They've already persuaded your higher-ups, though I'm not qualified to know exactly who."
"High-level?"
After receiving a positive reply, Wei Gongzhan's icy aura emanated a strong killing intent. He couldn't understand why the lord of Jiangnan hadn't let anyone down. Anyone with even a sliver of potential would be rewarded in Jiangnan as long as they worked hard enough, especially those in high positions.
What benefits did they gain? Some gained control of the Underworld, others commanded armies, and their own strength grew Heavenly Capital amidst the thriving development of Jiangnan. Who wouldn't be envious of such immense gains? And yet, enjoying such great benefits, they still chose to betray?
To destroy such a beautiful Jiangnan —what kind of heartless and despicable person could do such a thing?
"This is troublesome," Ao Zhen said, looking up at the sky. "This formation can't be stopped. We can't get in from outside, and we can't get out either. We can't just let the aquatic creatures in because of this kid's words, can we?"
"Senior, is it still possible to contact them?" Wei Gongzhan asked hurriedly.
"I can only contact one person!" Ao Zhen said directly, "Remote telepathy consumes a lot of faith. I've used most of my faith to improve myself, and now I only have enough to contact one person. Moreover, the information I can transmit is limited, at most twenty words!"
Upon hearing this, Wei Gongzhan bit his lip. Twenty words were far from enough to explain such a complex situation, and more importantly, who was he going to say it to?
Chen Zhuo only knew that the top officials in Jiangnan had been bribed, but who exactly?
Xu Hu?
It doesn't seem likely. As the top general in the Jiangnan, he always charged ahead in battle and was the most solid core of the emperor's forces.
Tian Heng?
As a newcomer who joined later, it's possible. After all, Tian Heng was originally the head of a powerful family and a very ambitious person. However, he enjoys almost the best treatment now, even better than Xu Hu. Not only was he given a vast amount of resources in the West Sea, but even Ao Zhen was brought under his control, causing his strength to skyrocket. With such treatment, why would he still rebel against Chen Qing? What's the point?
The Shen Family?
Every member of the Shen Family is a ruler of the Underworld, wielding immense power. Even if their terms in the Underworld aren't permanent, it's enough to allow Shen Family family to accumulate sufficient wealth and influence. With such preferential treatment, how could the Shen Family still be dissatisfied?
Or perhaps, his own Wei Gongcheng?
Is that even possible?
Wei Gongzhan didn't talk much with his cousin, but he had heard about his deeds. He was loyal to Yuchi Peng, but was later abandoned. It was the Lord who gave him new hope, allowing him to rise from a cripple to become the head of the Underworld. Even the Shen Family had to give him some respect.
Moreover, when Liuzhou rebelled, his cousin risked his life. He could almost see that his cousin, like himself, had an immense affection for Jiangnan, the place he had helped build, and would never tolerate it being destroyed by outsiders.
"Please, intelligence officer, pass this information on to Wei Gongcheng!"
" Wei Gongcheng?" Ao Zhen looked at the other person, frowning, and said, "Why recommend him? Just because he's your relative, so you think he won't rebel?"
"He won't!"
Before Wei Gongzhan could speak, Murong Yunji spoke first, "I would believe anyone from Jiangnan who would rebel, but I don't believe Wei Gongcheng. He is the most trustworthy person."
"Oh?" Ao Zhen looked at the other party. She knew Murong Yunji's identity and that she was closest to the Shen Family, after all, she was the former matriarch of the Shen Family. But she said that she trusted Wei Gongcheng more. It seems that everyone felt the same way about Wei Gongcheng.
Since that's the case, we have no choice but to bet on him.
"Tell me, what should I say to him?"
"Senior, is that what you mean?"