Bringing the farm to another world

Chapter 15745 Planning
Wu Weiren thought for a moment with a solemn expression, then said, "Shen Xing and Elder Yu both hold shares in the Tian family. Their sudden transaction with Fucha is most likely related to this matter. Although Shen Xing isn't very capable and isn't a prominent figure in the Shen family—he's from a collateral branch—he's still a member of the Shen family. We acquired the shares from the Tian family, and he's definitely not satisfied. He'll definitely try to get revenge. So I think what they're trading is most likely the Tian family's shares. The reason they approached Fucha is because Fucha is our enemy. They want to use Fucha to deal with us. If Fucha succeeds, they'll have gotten their revenge. If Fucha fails, they won't suffer any loss. They're selling the Tian family's shares, not giving them to Fucha. We can't use this as an excuse to cause them trouble. Even if Fucha fails, they've still caused us trouble, so their goal is achieved. That must be their objective."

Upon hearing Wu Weiren's words, Duan Jingshu nodded and then said, "That's right, that's exactly right. Shen Xing has been able to become the deputy head of the Feudal Hall for so many years, he must have some tricks up his sleeve. We embarrassed them in the Tian family matter, so they will definitely retaliate against us. So what do you think we should do to fight back?"

Wu Weiren thought for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "The Tian family doesn't have many properties. When we moved the Tian family's properties before, it was more to establish our authority and let others know that they shouldn't think they can get away with it by hiding. People in the sect have to make choices. So, they've miscalculated if they think they can use the Tian family's properties to make things difficult for us. Even if we pretend we don't know about this, they can't do anything to us. But we can't pretend we don't know. I think we can take advantage of this opportunity to deal with Fucha and Shen Xing in one fell swoop."

Upon hearing Wu Weiren's words, Duan Jingshu was taken aback. He then looked at Wu Weiren with some confusion and asked, "How do you intend to deal with them?"

Wu Weiren said in a deep voice, "The best way to take revenge on them is to start with what they care about most. Only in this way can we take the most ruthless revenge. What does Shen Xing care about most? He actually cares about the position of deputy head of the vassal hall. Without this position, he would have even less status in the Shen family. And what does Fucha care about most? He actually cares about the position of sect leader. He wants to compete for the position of sect leader now. If we prevent them from ever having the chance to compete for that position again, that would be the best revenge against him."

Duan Jingshu nodded and then said, "What you said makes sense, but it is indeed not easy to prevent Fucha from vying for the position of sect leader. He is a core disciple, and his strength is no less than mine. He also has a group of people under his command, and his influence is no less than mine. So he will definitely fight for the position of sect leader unless we kill him. But he is a core disciple, and killing him would have too much of an impact. Moreover, the sect allows us to compete for the position of sect leader, but we cannot kill other people. This is the bottom line of the sect. If I really do that, then I will forever lose the opportunity to become the sect leader."

Wu Weiren smiled slightly and said, "Senior brother, if you want to disqualify Fucha from becoming the sect leader, you don't necessarily need to kill him. Sometimes, elevating him is more effective than killing him." After saying that, Wu Weiren looked at Duan Jingshu.

Upon hearing Wu Weiren's words, Duan Jingshu was taken aback. He then immediately said, "Really? That's interesting. Tell me, how do we elevate him and then make him lose the chance to compete for the sect leader position?"

Wu Weiren smiled slightly, then said, "Senior brother, if we have the opportunity to make Fucha the deputy head of the Feudal Hall, wouldn't he lose the chance to become the sect leader? After all, the Feudal Hall is not an important hall in the sect. Although there is some profit to be made, it is not much. Once Fucha becomes the deputy head of the Feudal Hall, he will never be able to become the sect leader. In this way, we will get rid of a major threat and also get revenge on Shen Xing. It's a win-win situation."

Upon hearing Wu Weiren's explanation, Duan Jingshu was taken aback. Then, a smile appeared on his face as he said, "Let Fucha become the deputy head of the Feudal Hall? He still has a head above him. Although he can get some benefits, he will have to deal with the affairs of the Feudal Hall. He probably won't have time to cultivate anymore, and his cultivation will definitely be delayed. Moreover, he has taken revenge on Shen Xing. This is indeed a good thing."

After Duan Jingshu finished speaking, he gently closed his eyes and tapped his fingers lightly on the table. After a while, he opened his eyes and said, "This is indeed a good idea. Although on the surface it seems that we are at a disadvantage, the ones who are really at a disadvantage are Fucha and the others. This matter can be done, but how to get started is indeed a problem."

Wu Weiren said in a deep voice, "Senior brother, it's not just us and Fucha who are vying for the position of sect leader now; there are many others who also want that position. To them, Fucha is also a threat. What if we inform others through other channels that Fucha wants to compete for the position of deputy head of the vassal hall? Do you think those people would help push this forward? I think they would be happy to see it happen, after all, this way they would have one less competitor." Duan Jingshu's eyes lit up, and then he nodded and said, "That's good, that's a good idea, we can try it. But there's a problem: what if someone wants to use this trick against us? What should we do then?"

Wu Weiren's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and he continued, "Senior Brother is determined to compete for the position of Sect Leader, so we must make a show of it so that everyone knows we are vying for the position. I think we should contact those smaller families and get them to pledge allegiance to us. If they dare not to, we will deal with them. This way, we can gain their support. Although those smaller families are not as strong as the larger families, if they all support us, the assistance we receive will be significant. Most importantly, we can send a signal to the outside world that we are indeed vying for the position of Sect Leader. This way, even if others want to use this tactic against us, it will be absolutely impossible."

Duan Jingshu nodded, then said in a deep voice, "Let me think about this matter first. Go back to Yun and make arrangements. Don't go through our people, go through other people to tell those who want to compete for the position of sect leader that Fucha wants to compete for the position of deputy hall master of the vassal hall. This matter needs to be dealt with first."

Wu Weiren responded, then stood up, bowed to Duan Jingshu, and left Duan Jingshu's study. After leaving the study, he walked out until he was outside Duan Jingshu's manor. Only then did he turn around and look at Duan Jingshu's manor with a complicated expression before turning and leaving.

After Wu Weiren left, Duan Jingshu sat in his study, pondering Wu Weiren's words. Wu Weiren was one of his most valued subordinates, and Wu Weiren's method this time was indeed a good one. However, he hesitated about the last part—the method of winning over those smaller families. He was well aware that if he made a move here, all those who wanted to compete for the position of sect leader would notice him, and he would become a thorn in their side. He worried that they would unite against him at that time, so he had to think it over carefully.

Duan Jingxu sat in the study for an unknown amount of time. Suddenly, he let out a long sigh and murmured, "Fortune favors the bold. If you don't take a gamble, who knows what will happen?"

Meanwhile, Fucha was sitting in his study, holding a jade slip in his hand. After glancing at its contents, a smile appeared on his face. He then turned to the cultivators sitting opposite him and said, "Our plan has succeeded. Now someone is helping us compete for the position of deputy head of the vassal hall. Hahaha, this is a good thing, saving us the trouble."

The men sitting opposite Fucha were all his trusted subordinates. They were taken aback when they heard what Fucha said, but then smiles appeared on their faces. One of them said, "Senior brother, do you think we should tell Shen Xing about this? After all, the position of deputy head of the vassal hall belongs to Shen Xing. If we really take it, Shen Xing will definitely hold us accountable. Although Shen Xing is not an important figure in the Shen family, if he really tries to trip us up, we will have a lot of trouble."

Fucha nodded and continued, "Okay, but not now. We have to wait a few days. The other side has only just launched their attack. If we tell Shen Xing about this right away, he will definitely be suspicious. Let's wait a few days and then tell Shen Xing about this, and see how he will deal with it." Everyone agreed.

Fucha looked at the group and continued, "Over the years, many people have surrounded me, but only you few are truly my trusted confidants. When I go to the Feudal Hall, I will definitely take you with me. I'm not afraid to tell you, the reason I value the Feudal Hall isn't because of the lucrative opportunities there, but because it's relatively relaxed. The Feudal Hall is arguably the most leisurely of all the halls. Apart from the annual tribute period, there's generally nothing to do, which won't interfere with our cultivation. Moreover, most people there look down on us, while we receive considerable annual benefits. Most importantly..." "Yes, this can also help our family in some small ways, which is a good thing for us. What do you think? If any of you don't want to go to the Feudal Hall, that's fine too. I won't force you. As long as you tell me, I will definitely arrange a good place for you. I don't want you to go to the Feudal Hall against your will because of me, and then regret it later. You've been with me for so long, and I hope you can all have a better life. So if you really don't want to go, I will absolutely not force you. We'll still be brothers." After he finished speaking, he glanced at the group of people, waiting for their reply.