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Chapter 601 Merger!

Upon hearing Jing Chen's words, everyone in the hall was stunned, their expressions changing in various ways. Xiao Ding and Xiao Li exchanged glances; they were somewhat tempted by Jing Chen's words. If they could truly absorb the Sand Mercenary Group, not only Stone Desert City, but even some of the surrounding forces would likely find it difficult to contend with them. At that time, the Sand Mercenary Group's growth rate would increase rapidly.

However, while this decision offers significant advantages, the risks are equally apparent. The Sand Mercenary Group is generally stronger than the Desert Iron Mercenary Group. If the Sand Mercenary Group were to merge with it, there's a possibility that the Sand Mercenary Group might usurp its position. In that case, it could potentially cause internal chaos within the Desert Iron Mercenary Group. That would be counterproductive.

While Xiao Ding and Xiao Li were still weighing the pros and cons, Luo Bu's face was filled with bitterness. Although he didn't have any grand ambitions to dominate, he didn't want to be bossed around by others. Moreover, his strength far surpassed that of Xiao Ding and Xiao Li, so naturally he felt somewhat resentful and awkward about obeying their orders.

"The Desert Iron Mercenary Group was founded by the three of us brothers. Serving under my command shouldn't be beneath them, right?" Jing Chen smiled and said, seemingly seeing through Rob's thoughts.

Jing Chen's words softened the expressions of the Dou Shi around Luo Bu. Serving under someone who might be a Dou Wang (Battle King) expert didn't make them feel inferior; on the contrary, they felt honored.

"Commander Luo Bu, the choice is yours: to merge or for me to personally carry out a bloody purge." Jing Chen paused slightly before adding, "I hope you won't disappoint me this time."

Stared intently at by those dark eyes, Rob's lips twitched involuntarily. He took a deep breath, but his expression changed.

As Rob fell silent, the hall also fell silent. In the quiet atmosphere, the only sound was the soft tapping of Jing Chen on the table.

The quiet atmosphere lasted for a long time, and just as Jing Chen's smile gradually faded, Rob finally sighed with a wry smile, looked up at Jing Chen and said, "I think if I don't agree today, the Sand Mercenary Group will probably disband immediately, won't it?"

Jing Chen simply smiled slightly, as if the answer to this question had already been revealed long ago.

"So, do you think I have any other options?" Rob asked with a bitter expression.

"It seems not," Jing Chen said with a smile. Seeing Luo Bu's bitter expression and knowing his choice, he slightly turned his palm, and a small jade bottle appeared in his hand.

He glanced at Rob and the three Battle Masters behind him, tilted the jade bottle slightly, poured out four red pills, and flicked his finger, sending the four pills flying into the hands of the four astonished people.

"Don't say I don't trust you. Of course, if I said I trust your flowers now, I'm afraid you wouldn't believe me either." After saying this, Jing Chen smiled slightly and said, "This thing isn't exactly highly poisonous. But if it really does take effect, I believe that apart from Commander Luo Bu, who might be able to hold out for a little longer, the other three would probably die on the spot."

Tilting his head slightly to look at Rob, Jing Chen added, "Remember, I said to hold on a little longer, not that you can resist his poison."

Seeing the slightly stiff expressions on Luo Bu and the other three's faces, Jing Chen smiled faintly and said, "These are just some precautionary measures I've taken. After all, I can't completely trust you all. As for the antidote, I'll leave it with Xiao Ding in installments. As long as you don't try anything funny, you'll be fine. Once you've truly gained my trust, I'll administer the antidote for you."

"It seems... I have no choice but to take it." Looking at the red pill in his hand, Rob was silent for a moment before sighing. He naturally knew that if he didn't take this pill, Jing Chen and the others wouldn't believe that they were willingly merged.

Jing Chen nodded slightly and smiled, "Commander Luo Bu is a smart man, he naturally knows that I did this just to be on the safe side."

With a wry smile, Luo Bu leaned forward, staring intently at Jing Chen. Although a faint smile lingered on his face, his dark eyes remained cold and indifferent.

Rob turned slightly, exchanged glances with his three subordinates behind him, then looked at Jing Chen's dark, inky eyes, shook his head with a wry smile, and reluctantly swallowed the red pill. Regardless, at least his life was spared today.

Watching the four people swallow the pills, Jing Chen nodded slightly, slowly stood up, and said calmly, "You should prepare for the merger first. We need to purge any corrupt elements within the group. Remember, the Desert Iron Mercenary Group doesn't need trash like those who only know how to bully others!"

After speaking, Jing Chen turned and walked out of the hall. Xiao Ding glanced at the dejected Luo Bu and followed closely behind.

Following behind Jing Chen, the members of the Mo Tie Mercenary Group stared at the slender figure ahead, their heads still spinning. In just half a day, the largest force in Shimo City had been forcibly merged into the Mo Tie Mercenary Group? This dramatic scene made everyone feel as if they were dreaming.

Slumped into his chair, Rob watched the crowd file out, sighed, and waved weakly, saying, "Get ready to clean up the useless people."

"Captain, are we just going to be incorporated into the Desert Iron Mercenary Group like this?" A Battle Master behind us asked with a wry smile.

"What else can we do? You've all seen Jing Chen's strength. If he wanted to destroy our Sand Mercenary Group, it would be as simple as turning his hand. Besides, following a mercenary group with a Dou Wang level expert as a protector is always safer than before, right?" Rob said, rubbing his forehead.

Upon hearing this, the three men could only exchange a few bitter smiles. Then they walked outside.

Turning the corner, Jing Chen slowed his pace slightly, turned to Xiao Ding and Xiao Li, and smiled, "Although forcibly merging the Sand Mercenary Group into the Desert Iron Mercenary Group is somewhat dangerous, I believe you, Xiao Ding, can handle things perfectly, right?"

"It is indeed a bit troublesome, but with what you just did, I'm confident I can keep Rob from acting recklessly. As for the mercenaries who transferred from the Sand Mercenary Group, there's no need to worry too much; I have a way to handle them," Xiao Ding said with a smile.

"That's good." Seeing that Xiao Ding had no worries, Jing Chen breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "Next, I will go to the city where the Mo family is located. I'll leave things here to you."

"Going to the Mo family?" Upon hearing this, Xiao Li frowned, then nodded after a moment, reminding him, "Be careful. After all, the Mo family is the local tyrant of Yancheng, and they have a pretty good relationship with the Yunlan Sect."

"Hmm." Jing Chen nodded slightly, waved to Hai Bodong beside him, then his back trembled slightly, his Purple Cloud Wings flapped open, and he slowly rose into the air. He waved to Xiao Ding and the others below who were in astonishment, and then he and Hai Bodong climbed into the air, their figures turning into two streams of light and quickly disappearing into the horizon.

(End of this chapter)