Yuan Bei flew into a rage, "You dare impersonate the Commoners' Guild!"
This was an absolute death sentence for those who took pride in their identity! Li Chonglou, however, continued to sneer, "That's what you said. I merely presented a possibility."
Yuan Bei's anger was immediately deflated by these words, as Li Chonglou once again steered the conversation back to the matter of their killing.
"Then what kind of explanation do you want!"
This was the crux of the issue. Yuan Bei had even made preparations; as long as this matter was resolved, he would bring everyone back at any cost!
Once back in the Commoners' Guild, he had plenty of ways to deal with the people before him.
And this was precisely what Li Chonglou wanted.
"It's very simple. I need a third-party guarantee."
A third-party guarantee?
Yuan Bei didn't grasp it immediately. Li Chonglou continued, "Whatever you say now is just empty talk. If you truly want to prove your identity, then have someone from the headquarters come over. Only if the headquarters approves will I believe you."
Yuan Bei frowned and said, "The token is our Commoners' Guild's proof of identity! I guarantee no one dares to forge it, unless they wish to die!"
Li Chonglou said gravely, "I've already stated this earlier. Even if I believe the token is real, I don't believe a top-tier power would commit acts like slaughtering ordinary people!"
Alright, the contradiction was brought up again, and Yuan Bei finally understood something. No matter what he said today, as long as Li Chonglou stuck to this point, the issue would remain unsolvable.
It was only then that he finally understood Li Chonglou's plan.
"You're trying to stall for time?"
Yuan Bei pointed it out directly, but Li Chonglou was unbothered. The best stratagem in the world was an open one. He was indeed trying to stall for time by sticking to this point; what could they do about it?
Li Chonglou didn't reply, his intention already quite clear. Meanwhile, Qi Jing, who had also regained his composure, spoke with a grim tone, "Brother Bei, their stalling is useless. The evidence is conclusive; it will only take us a little more time at most."
Dong Wen clenched his fists, also understanding their predicament.
Even though he desperately wanted to take action immediately and regain face, he could only agree, "Brother Bei, let me go. Ten minutes at most, and I'll bring someone from the headquarters!"
As he spoke, a glint of killing intent flashed in Dong Wen's eyes.
Yuan Bei remained silent for a while before nodding, "Go quickly and return quickly!"
Dong Wen nodded fiercely and was about to move when Li Chonglou spoke again, "If you're leaving, all three of you can get lost! Until your identities are confirmed, my company doesn't welcome murderers who kill the innocent!"
"Who are you telling to get lost?"
The aura of the seventh level suddenly reappeared. Li Chonglou, however, showed no fear and released his own aura.
Although it was only the fifth level, to everyone present, it felt no less potent!
"What, are you going to resort to force out of embarrassment now that you've been exposed? Chen Pao, Du Tian!"
His voice grew colder. At this point, Du Tian had no other choice. Having impulsively chosen a side earlier, remaining indecisive would only leave him caught between a rock and a hard place.
Therefore, after Li Chonglou finished speaking, he, along with Chen Pao and the others, simultaneously released their cultivation auras.
Indeed, their auras were significantly weaker, but at least their momentum was there, and the two sides once again entered a standoff.
Zhou Tong and Hai Yan quietly distanced themselves from the crowd. As ordinary people, they would be caught in the crossfire in such a situation in an instant.
However, the standoff didn't last long. Yuan Bei knew they were in the wrong and that escalating the situation would exceed their plan. Thus, after only half a minute, he spoke, "I will overlook this as your first offense. Any further transgressions will be met with death!"
Yuan Bei spoke sternly. With his imposing demeanor and seventh-level strength, others might have backed down, but Li Chonglou remained unfazed.
"Don't think about changing the subject. You have two choices now: either provide an explanation, or get out!"
The word "get out" again made the three of them grit their teeth in anger. However, they understood that Li Chonglou was determined to stick to his point today, leaving them no opportunity to retaliate.
Thus, the damnable sense of being stifled returned!
Yuan Bei finally couldn't help but wave his hand and coldly shouted, "Thirty minutes. I expect you to stay put! Let's go!"
Yuan Bei gave Li Chonglou a cold stare and turned away first. Dong Wen clenched his fists, looking resentful, while Qi Jing, holding his severed arm, glared coldly at Li Chonglou.
The three of them finally left first.
After their figures disappeared, Zhou Tong let out a deep sigh of relief, saying fearfully, "Brother Li, it's fortunate you returned in time. I fear we've offended someone significant this time."
Li Chonglou said solemnly, "I will provide an explanation for this matter!"
With that, he turned to Du Tian, "Elder Du, the situation was critical earlier. I hope you can forgive me."
Du Tian's expression was slightly stunned. He had expected Li Chonglou to interrogate him.
After all, if he hadn't rushed back to speak, Du Tian might have continued to be a qualified fence-sitter.
Therefore, Du Tian could only remain silent.
However, Li Chonglou added, "However, Mr. Du, I hope you understand that some things cannot be avoided just because you wish to."
Du Tian's face paled slightly, but he still chose to remain silent, not uttering a word.
Li Chonglou ignored him. The matter was not yet resolved, and it wasn't the time for meticulous examination.
He then inquired about the condition of Hawk Eye and the others. After confirming that they had only suffered depletion of internal energy and that Hawk Eye was only lightly injured, he nodded slightly.
As long as they were alright.
"Zhou Tong, go and tally the casualties and other losses first."
Zhou Tong said anxiously, "What if they really bring people from the headquarters?"
"I will find a way. Don't worry, even if people from the headquarters come, they won't be able to take you away!"
Upon hearing this, the hearts of everyone present settled.
Hai Yan, in particular, went from panic to sheer terror. If not for Li Chonglou's appearance, her worldview might have been shattered.
After arranging these matters, Li Chonglou immediately sent out two urgent notices.
Even if something happened, the ordinary workers were still innocent. To prevent such an occurrence from happening again, Li Chonglou first instructed everyone to take a holiday.
As for the deaths, they were promptly and generously announced in the company group with details. Although this immediately caused discussions among employees who were out of town and other staff, Li Chonglou did not prevent it.
After putting down his phone, ten minutes had already passed. Li Chonglou asked Chen Pao and the others to rest for a bit, then went outside himself.
He directly dialed Elder Tie's number.
"Can we attack the Commoners' Guild?"
As soon as he connected, Li Chonglou dropped a bombshell that greatly startled Elder Tie on the other end of the line.