Swallowing the Stars: Time Simulation

Chapter 55 Compensation

"This is really troublesome!" Fang Qing was at her wit's end.

"That damned Yang Wu actually possesses the strength of a mid-level War God! The intelligence reports indicate he's only a low-level War General. The person who gathered that intelligence is truly despicable!"

Even before the operation, Fang Qing had already learned all the information about the six members of the Phantom Squad through intelligence within the legion. He thought that the most troublesome one would be Chu Tian, ​​a high-level general-level mentalist, but he did not expect that there was a war god hidden in the Phantom Squad.

If the Flame Legion's intelligence organization knew about Fang Qing's idea, they would probably cry foul.

This mistake was definitely not due to their lack of ability, but rather because Yang Wu was simply too good at hiding his true strength.

Fang Qing was probably the first person to witness Yang Wu unleash his God of War level strength; he was just incredibly unlucky.

"Fang Qing, you attacked a human martial artist without authorization. Now the evidence is conclusive. What do you plan to do?" Deng Tong, the 'Poison Demon Spear', asked Fang Qing sternly.

"Yes, War God Fang Qing, are you planning to settle this privately or publicly?"

"Fang Qing, with me here, I will not allow you to harm War God Yang Wu!"

……

Other war god-level powerhouses also spoke up to criticize Fang Qing.

As for Fang Qing's expression, it was quite interesting. He was now speechless with anger and shock.

Fang Qing wanted to hurt Yang Wu, but his strength wouldn't allow it!

They are no match for strength, no match for speed, and their skills are far inferior!

Even though Fang Qing felt incredibly aggrieved, all he could do was apologize: "I'm sorry, War God Yang Wu. I was wrong this time. I'm willing to settle this privately, and I hope you can forgive me!"

In fact, martial artists fighting in the wilderness are basically not subject to any legal constraints.

If Fang Qing had successfully killed Wang Zhi and escaped, even if other martial arts teams had seen him, as long as he left before the other war gods arrived, the Phantom Team would have had no evidence to prove that Fang Qing had attacked them and would have been completely unable to do anything to him.

Even now, Fang Qing can still say without any problem that Yang Wu struck first.

As long as you're not caught red-handed, you can argue about it.

However, given the current situation, if he doesn't admit his mistake, these war gods around him would probably be very willing to testify for Yang Wu.

In this way, even if Fang Qing has the support of two powerful councilors, he will likely face considerable punishment.

Therefore, Fang Qing wholeheartedly chose to settle things privately with Yang Wu.

"War God Fang Qing!" Seeing that the other party had yielded, Yang Wu didn't press the matter further, but instead asked directly, "Why did you attack our Phantom Squad?"

"this……"

Fang Qing hesitated for a moment before speaking, "I belong to the Flame Legion. My attack on your Phantom Squad was on a mission from the legion. As for my objective, I'm sure you've already guessed it, War God Yang Wu!"

"Brother Wang?" Yang Wu asked uncertainly.

When Fang Qing made his move, his primary target was very clear: Wang Zhi. Of course, it's also possible he was trying to cover his tracks.

"It is indeed 'Blood Blade' Wang Zhi!" Fang Qing replied.

Upon hearing the affirmative answer, Yang Wu quickly continued, "War God Fang Qing, who issued this mission?"

"I don't know about that!" Fang Qing said.

Seeing Yang Wu's puzzled and dissatisfied look, Fang Qing quickly added, "War God Yang Wu, I really don't know the answer to this question! In the Flame Legion, I only care about completing the missions. As for who issued the missions, only the two leaders probably know! You can ask the others if you don't believe me."

After speaking, Fang Qing glanced at the other War Gods.

"War God Yang Wu, that's indeed the rule in the Flame Legion!" several war gods said in unison. They had some understanding of the renowned Flame Legion, and some of them had even cooperated with members of the Flame Legion.

However, Fang Qing also realized his predicament, so he said to Yang Wu, "Of course, in the end, it was I who offended you, War God Yang Wu, this time. I am willing to compensate you with 30 billion Chinese yuan, hoping that this matter can end here!"

No sooner had Fang Qing finished speaking than Deng Tong and the other war gods became displeased.

If Fang Qing were to settle this privately so easily, how could their role be demonstrated?

"War God Fang Qing, if War God Yang Wu hadn't been so strong, you probably would have killed him. 30 billion Chinese Yuan isn't enough! I think at least 100 billion Chinese Yuan is needed!"

"Yes, you, Fang Qing, the 'Drinking Demon Blade,' are quite famous among the God of War. How could you possibly come up with a mere 30 billion Chinese Yuan?"

……

Fang Qing's face turned pale and red from the words of these war gods.

It's somewhat laughable, really. If Fang Qing had actually killed Yang Wu, probably no one would have asked him for compensation, and these war gods probably wouldn't have been so rude to him. But it's precisely because he couldn't kill Yang Wu and was instead beaten down by him that he has to compensate him!

Fang Qing knew the final decision rested with Yang Wu, so he ignored the other War Gods and said directly to Yang Wu, "War God Yang Wu, I sincerely want to apologize. However, 100 billion Chinese Yuan is far too much. How about this, I'll compensate you with 50 billion?"

"50 billion?"

Yang Wu was somewhat tempted, but after glancing at the Phantom Squad members not far away, he seemed to remember something and then smiled, saying, "War God Fang Qing, this time it wasn't just me; the rest of our Phantom Squad also encountered considerable danger. How about this, 80 billion Chinese yuan, and we'll call it even!"

Clearly, the extra 30 billion was demanded by Yang Wu on behalf of the rest of the Phantom Squad.

If Chu Tian and the other four people were to divide the money equally, each person would only receive 600 million, which is not much, about the same as their earnings from a single trip to the wilderness area.

However, if it weren't for Yang Wu, they wouldn't have received any compensation at all, and might have even suffered serious injuries.

"80 billion?" Fang Qing frowned slightly.

He failed this mission and won't receive any reward, but he still has to pay out 80 billion Chinese yuan.

However, it seems like I can't not take it!

Because the other war gods were all watching him.

"Alright, War God Fang Qing, listen to me." Deng Tong, the 'Poison Demon Spear', said, "This time it was your fault to begin with. War God Yang Wu has already backed down, so you should back down too. Let's make it 80 billion Chinese yuan!"

This money shouldn't be much to you, Fang Qing. Give me this money, and this matter will end here. Otherwise, if it gets involved with the War God Palace, you'll likely be in much bigger trouble!

"If it weren't for you guys, I wouldn't be afraid even if the matter reached the War God Palace!" Fang Qing thought to himself.

However, Fang Qing didn't want to cause any more trouble, so after careful consideration, he agreed to Yang Wu's conditions.

Fang Qing immediately transferred 80 billion Chinese yuan to Yang Wu's card via his communication watch.

Yang Wu soon received a notification from the bank that the money had been deposited into his account.

"Yang Wu, War God, I've already transferred the money!" Fang Qing said dejectedly, "I won't bother you any longer!"

After saying that, Fang Qing transformed into a black afterimage and disappeared into the distance.

Although he really wanted to participate in the exchange between the next few war gods, he also knew that given his relationship with Yang Wu, it was probably not appropriate for him to join in right now.

Furthermore, he needed to contact the legion's high command as soon as possible to see if he could salvage some of the losses. After all, the mission had failed because of incorrect intelligence.

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