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Xiang Che's arrogant expression froze for a moment.

[After being utterly humiliated by Pang Hai's "Unyielding" strike, which rendered him an idiot, he regained his domineering and awe-inspiring power.]

He originally thought he had reached a state of mind unshaken by worldly laws, invincible, and utterly disdainful of the world.

Now, I am terrified by your three simple words, even more so than when I faced Pang Hai again.

[The capital is in chaos.]

This was an idea he had never even considered since the beginning of his rebellion.

Perhaps only when one unifies the Southern Cang will one have the confidence to risk one's life in a desperate gamble.

I never imagined you would say it so casually today.

The look in Xiang Che's eyes as he gazed at you held a strange mix of shock and disbelief.

He couldn't comprehend what kind of powerful will and reckless audacity would allow someone to orchestrate such a colossal scheme.

He opened his mouth, wanting to forcefully express his fearlessness.

However, the deep-rooted prestige of the millennia-old dynasty silenced his words.

Suddenly, he realized something.

"Hmph, the King of Wu arrived before me, so why is he leaving without saying goodbye now?"

As Xiang Che finished speaking, a carefree laugh rang out.

The void twisted and shifted, as if creating a separate, isolated world, revealing two figures.

Chen Chao, clad in golden armor, stopped his turn and strode back, laughing heartily as he turned around.

"I just suddenly remembered that I'm busy with state affairs in Wu and need to go back to handle national policies."

He arrived earlier, hiding in the shadows, wanting to hear your purpose in inviting them here.

Who would have thought that we'd hear of such suicidal behavior as "disrupting the capital"?

Why stay and run if he doesn't turn around and run?

[Gong Si withdrew the force field that distorted space, her magnificent palace dress outlining her alluring figure.]

Her misty eyes first glanced at Pei Qingyu with a look of confusion.

Based on her understanding of Pei Qingyu, it's hard to understand how she could have any connection with you, let alone act as a liaison between you and Xiang Che.

[Back then, I realized you could ignore Pei Qingyu's sword heart attack.]

She even intervened to stop Pei Qingyu's attack on you.

Logically, if Pei Qingyu knew you weren't dead, she should have tried everything to eliminate you.

How could such a collaboration possibly be possible?

Chen Chaomang showed no embarrassment at being exposed and running away.

He greeted you familiarly, after all, it had been since the fall of the Chu Kingdom.

He considered you and Pang Hai as family and brothers, and vowed to avenge you and conquer the State of Qi.

Now that I see you are still alive, I suddenly feel that my sincerity has been wasted, and my feelings have inexplicably faded.

Indeed, the best brothers are the dead; their bond remains forever, never fading.

"Lord Wen...Mr. Wen, are you going to throw the capital into chaos?"

Chen Chaomang, unusually serious, inquired, "It's not that I underestimate you, nor that we belittle ourselves, but rather that we must live up to the three words you spoke of..."

Forgive my bluntness, but the four Celestials present, plus the treacherous inner demons, are barely enough to match the top combat power of the Great Cang Central Court.

This... is only the strength on the surface.

As for the true strength of the Wanzai Dynasty, perhaps even a single trump card they casually possess could dismantle our alliance.

He doesn't mind revealing information he knows.

Because I want to hear your true thoughts and plans.

In his view, you are by no means a reckless fool; consider the history of the Qi and Wu alliance that destroyed Chu.

Aside from your heroic and valiant sacrifice for your country at the end, you remained absolutely calm throughout and made no mistakes.

That was an inconceivable manipulation of human nature.

Therefore, although he felt your plan was bound to fail, he still harbored a hope that he himself was unaware of.

Perhaps? Perhaps you really do have a sliver of a chance of success?

[Upon seeing Chen Chao and Gong Si arrive, you increased the weight of your bets.]

[You contacted Shang Qingya through the contact information she left behind after a brief encounter years ago.]

[Have her deliver a letter to Gong Si.]

The deal involved Gong Si persuading the cautious and life-conscious Chen Chaomang to come to Mount Shu for a meeting.

Regardless of whether the collaboration succeeds or not, you will inform her of the reason for ignoring Pei Qingyu's sword intent.

The situation is now a three-way standoff.

The states of Qi and Wu have been far from peaceful in recent years. Although a full-scale war has not yet broken out, border skirmishes have never ceased.

The decisive battle is now inevitable.

Both Xiang Che and Chen Chao knew that this was inevitable, an unstoppable trend.

The victor, with the power to unify Southern Cang, will launch a northern expedition.

Even if the chances of success are slim, there will be no regrets.

If Qi and Wu form an alliance to maintain the status quo, they will only prolong their existence, ultimately being swallowed up by the vast mists of history.

Neither Xiang Che nor Chen Chao wanted to accept this outcome.

[To succeed or to die trying.]

Even Chen Chao, who valued his life and was extremely cautious, possessed this resolute spirit.

Otherwise, how could we have gotten to where we are today?

Xu Kun smirked and said in a sinister tone, "Dude, you've set up a pretty big scheme. If things really get out of hand, I can't protect you. Why don't you tell me the location of the assassin first?"

"If you die, I might still have a slight thought of avenging you."

[You ignored his words. Just now, this 2.5-year-old guy, when he saw Xiang Che and Pei Qingyu, thought you were trying to set a trap to get rid of him.]

[Through the profound insights of "The Enemy's Premonition," you can perceive even the emotions of your inner demons.]

I almost cried.

Considering his previous sincerity, let's not expose him for now and save him some face.

You bypassed Xu Kun's figure, which was vaguely blocking your way.

Her dark blue robe fluttered in the breeze, and her tied-up long hair appeared to be a dark red, but upon closer inspection, it was revealed to be a mixture of red and black.

[His eyes gleamed with a mysterious light, his expression restrained.]

[It gives people a terrifying sense of insight into the universe and all things, and into the truth of life and death.]

[Xiang Che and Gong Si have already mobilized the power of heaven and earth, and can unleash their power to reverse the celestial phenomena at any time.]

Chen Chao silently retreated, shielding Xiang Che's imposing physique in front of him.

Only Pei Qingyu remained elegant and serene throughout, unmoved.

The ethereal, elegant style of the artwork seemed completely out of place in the setting.

"Gentlemen, the plot to destabilize the capital doesn't require you to personally risk your lives. Simply offer your assistance when you see the potential gains."

Your wide sleeves and long hem fluttered in the wind, and the air of old age made you appear somewhat frail.

"Originally, there was no need for today's meeting. I believe that with the courage and ambition of both of you, you would have made a decision by then, given the circumstances."

Your attitude was honest and your words were sincere.

"The reason we went to great lengths to meet with you two was to discuss things in advance and increase our chances of success."

"I, and many like-minded individuals, seek to shake imperial power and alter the meaning of 'unshakeable'."

"Whether I succeed or not, or who ultimately seizes the mandate of heaven and forges a new power, I do not care."

"The Hegemon-King ascends to the throne, or the King of Wu declares himself emperor."

"For me, it's all a success."

Because it means…

"It can change the world."