Douluo: A Century-old Legend I Am the Second Uncle Chenxin

Chapter 1457 Willing to Go to War with the Haotian Sect (The End)

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"However, during my years in Tiandou City, I have some understanding of the movements of the Haotian Sect."

"First of all, as my second brother said, the central and western regions are indeed the most elite areas of the empire, with numerous powerful forces. In addition, the three military regions of Tianshan, Sunset and Tianling have intertwined and complex forces."

"The Haotian Sect's expansion in recent years has become increasingly aggressive, and its ambitions are obvious."

"They have effectively monopolized the supply of military equipment in the Tianshan and Sunset Military Regions, except for those allocated by the imperial court, and have used this as a breakthrough to extend into multiple industries such as mining and transportation."

"The Tianling Military Region, as the core of the southwestern border guarding the capital, is clearly their next strategic target that they are determined to achieve."

"This undisguised expansion has indeed aroused the vigilance and dissatisfaction of the royal family and some old nobles, as well as... that high and mighty one, which is the resistance from the royal family."

"In addition, the local noble forces have long had conflicts of interest with these major sects, and have accumulated a lot of grudges over the years, which is something we can take advantage of."

She paused slightly, her tone calm, "As for the Silver Feather Alliance, which my mother (Xue Chuxin) manages, it has been operating in the Tianling Mountain Range area for many years. Its sphere of influence does indeed have many overlaps with the Haotian Sect. There is cooperation between the two sides (such as sharing border trade channels), as well as competition and friction (around mining areas, rare soul beast resources, and control of mercenaries)."

"The Silver Feather Alliance's stance is generally neutral, maintaining a complex balance."

"If the family decides to intervene... the Silver Feather Alliance might be able to provide some information channels or buffer space, but how to effectively utilize them and avoid being backfired requires very careful consideration."

Her speech was clear and logical, pointing out both the expansion threat of the Haotian Sect and its potential allies (the royal branch and the Silver Feather Alliance), while also emphasizing the complexity and risks of the operation. Her attitude was objective and cautious.

Chen Xun's gaze finally landed on Ye Xiuxin, who had remained silent.

The Minister of Health kept his eyes down from the beginning, unconsciously twirling a jade teacup in his hand, seemingly listening attentively, yet also seemingly lost in thought.

Noticing her husband's gaze, she raised her head, sighed softly, shook her head slightly, then gently put down her teacup, lowered her gaze again, and remained silent.

This was a silent yet clear action—amidst the surging wave of opposition, as a mother, she neither publicly supported her son's risky and radical decision nor was she willing to directly refute him and embarrass him.

She chose to abstain without expressing her opinion.

The air in the main hall was heavy, as if frozen.

The analysis has yielded clear results: the enormous risks cover almost all dimensions (geopolitical conflicts, factional conflicts, threats to core interests, and the breakdown of tacit agreements).

Apart from Lu Xiaoxiao's support and Chen Zhang's vision for a new strategic path (but also emphasizing its extreme fragility), the overwhelming voices were against the strategy of "subduing the Xuanhuang Tang family," a deeply involved approach.

Chen Xiaojun's isolated situation is clearly depicted.

Chen Xun's gaze finally settled on his son again, his eyes filled with complex and heavy emotions, scrutiny, worry, and a hint of barely perceptible expectation: "Xiao Jun, this is the situation."

"Ministers, we have laid out all aspects clearly. The risks are numerous, the costs are unpredictable, and even the foundation of our families may be shaken."

“Forcing it... is likely to result in more harm than good, or even backfire.”

"Do you... still want to persist?"

In an instant, the entire side hall was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

In an instant, all eyes in the side hall were focused on the youngest Minister of Economics and Management.

The firelight illuminated his young yet unusually serene face.

In the suffocating silence, Chen Xiaojun slowly raised his head.

His gaze was calm, slowly sweeping across every face present, lingering for a moment on the heavy worry, opposition, and even disapproval. Then, he stood up.

There was no impatience, no excuses, only a rock-solid composure.

His voice rang out in the hall, not loud, but exceptionally clear, overpowering all other noises, and carrying with it an unwavering determination: "The analysis of the elders is incisive and penetrating."

"The possibility of conflict, a breakdown in relations with the Haotian Sect and other forces, the enormous drain on resources, and even... the potential threat from the Sunset Forest..."

He paused, his gaze sharp as lightning, especially lingering on the faces of those who knew the importance of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye. "I saw it."

"Moreover, perhaps we can see it more clearly than people imagine."

Then, his tone suddenly turned serious, brimming with an unprecedented determination and resolve that pierced everyone's ears:

"but!"

This transition word struck like a thunderclap.

"Even with countless dangers, even if we have to face the wrath of the Haotian Sect, even if all 'rational' calculations tell us it's impossible..."

His voice suddenly rose, carrying a power that pierced the heart, "The Xuanhuang Tang family, we are determined to take them! Even if it means going to war with the Haotian Sect... we will not hesitate!"

"Even at an immeasurable cost... I must do this!"

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As soon as Chen Xiaojun's resounding declaration fell, everyone sitting in the side hall subconsciously straightened their backs, transforming from their previous worry and contemplation into complete focus.

His words were crystal clear.

Everyone understood: he was fully aware of all the drawbacks and risks involved, and he fully comprehended the enormous, almost unbearable cost.

Even so, he still chose to protect the Xuanhuang Tang family at all costs.

This act of knowingly doing the impossible, this leap into the water, carries a strong implication—either the value of the Xuanhuang Tang family far exceeds the sum of what everyone currently knows, or... there is some crucial factor hidden underwater that most of those present are unaware of.

Even Xia Qingyun, who had seemed relaxed and even a little absent-minded, put down the silver wine pot in her hand, and her slightly tipsy eyes revealed a true scrutiny.

The Grand Elder Chen Hong, who had been meditating with his eyes closed and remained silent as a mountain, suddenly opened his deep eyes. His sharp gaze, almost tangible, flickered in the lamplight and locked onto Chen Xiaojun.

"Reason!" Chen Hong's voice wasn't loud, but it was like a cold chisel, instantly breaking through the solidified air in the hall, demanding only that most crucial support point.

Meeting Chen Hong's sharp gaze, Chen Xiaojun did not back down, but instead raised his voice slightly: "Have any of you uncles and elders present heard of... Tang Haotian? And Tang Xuanhuang?"

The mention of this name caused many people to frown slightly.

Some looked thoughtful, while others appeared bewildered. Clearly, not everyone was aware of the long-forgotten history behind these two names and the origins of the two Tang families.

Chen Zhang interjected, "It seems... I've heard a bit about the family legend, but I don't know the details..."

He looked at Chen Xiaojun with a probing gaze, "What, is this related to this?"

“Xiao Zhang,” Chen Hong said calmly, his gaze still fixed on Chen Xiaojun, “let Xiaojun continue.”

Chen Xiaojun nodded, no longer hesitating, and clearly recounted the past of the two brothers, Tang Haotian and Tang Xuanhuang, as well as his speculation on the complementarity between Haotian and Xuanhuang.

(End of this chapter)