“Must everything be relocated?”
Fang Yuan’s expression turned troubled upon hearing Ye Cangtian’s words. The others were manageable, but the people from the Dark Shadow Tower and the Xue family had established their foundations in Dongjiang City over decades. Forcing them to abandon everything and move to an unfamiliar city would likely lead to widespread resentment.
Ye Cangtian immediately understood Fang Yuan’s meaning. He pondered for a moment before slowly speaking, “Go and warn the Tower Master and Xue Yongchang. If they stay, their only path is destruction. If they leave, there is still a chance to fight back in the future!”
He paused, then added, “Remember, there is gain in letting go. By relinquishing all of this today, you might achieve greater glory in the future!”
“Alright.”
Seeing the God of Death’s firm resolve, Fang Yuan gritted his teeth and agreed. Although the Anti-Black Alliance was developing well and the situation was overwhelmingly positive, and he didn’t want to leave, these were the God of Death’s orders, which he could not disobey. Especially since he now knew the God of Death’s true identity, he held absolute confidence in Ye Cangtian’s legendary abilities.
Reassured that Fang Yuan had agreed, Ye Cangtian changed the subject. “The sooner you all depart, the better, to avoid any unforeseen complications.”
Fang Yuan replied, “Alright, I’ll send people to notify the Tower Master and Xue Yongchang immediately.”
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian nodded. “I may be leaving Dongjiang City in the next two days. Do not attempt to contact me.”
After briefing Fang Yuan, Ye Cangtian, accompanied by Lan Yue, left the Anti-Black Alliance.
For two consecutive days, Ye Cangtian observed the withdrawal of the Anti-Black Alliance from the shadows. He hadn’t initially intended to do so, but considering it was the culmination of Huangshan and Luoluo’s efforts, it was only natural to invest more concern. Therefore, he discreetly escorted their evacuation from Dongjiang City. Fortunately, the withdrawal proceeded smoothly. In just two days, the Anti-Black Alliance completed its full transfer, bringing Ye Cangtian a sense of relief. Once they left Dongjiang City, it would not be easy for the Dark Association to track the Anti-Black Alliance.
With that thought, he returned to his room at the Dark Association branch and began packing. With matters in Dongjiang City concluded, it was time for him to leave and head west towards the ruins. The Light Squad there was being handled by Hong Mo and Zi Long for clearance. His reason for going was certainly not to help, but to snatch the credit. After all, it was Kong Ling who had first added this act of credit-snatching to the script. Since Kong Ling had dispatched Gu Hai to snatch credit, he naturally had to return the favor! It was all the fault of Hong Mo and Zi Long for defecting to Kong Ling!
*Dong! Dong! Dong!*
However, before Ye Cangtian could leave his room, the sound of knocking echoed once more. The guard who entered came directly to Ye Cangtian, bowed respectfully, and said, “Lord Dawn, Lord Xuan Si Jiu requests your presence in the main hall!”
*Hmph!*
Upon hearing this, Ye Cangtian let out a cold snort and stated icily, “Who does he think he is, for me to go just because he asks? Go back and tell him that if he wants to see me, he can come to my room!” The last time he was troubled by the other party, Ye Cangtian had said nothing. Who knew Xuan Si Jiu would still insist on this approach, treating him like a servant to be ordered around?
Seeing the cold fury on Dawn’s face, the guard quickly said, “My lord, please calm your anger. The reason for this summons is that Lord Gu Hai has returned and wishes to see you…”
*Hmm?*
So Gu Hai had returned!
Thinking this, Ye Cangtian let out another cold snort and said, “Who does Gu Hai think he is? If he wants to see me, he can come in person. I have no obligation to answer his summons! Now get lost!”
“Yes, yes, yes…”
Seeing the increasingly grim look in Dawn’s eyes, the guard dared not say anything more! He immediately agreed and quickly retreated from the room.
“My lord, what do you think Gu Hai wants to see you about this time?”
After the guard left, Lan Yue, Mandora, and Fei Yan approached Ye Cangtian. Feeling the gazes of the three women, Ye Cangtian replied impatiently, “There’s no need to guess. We’ll know when he arrives.”
The three women pursed their lips and then sat to the side, waiting.
*Bang!*
A short while later, the room door was kicked open and shattered. Immediately after, Gu Hai and Xuan Si Jiu’s figures appeared before them.
“Dawn, your arrogance is quite extreme!”
“The main hall of the Dark Association is where important matters are discussed. You’re asking us to come here to see you, who the hell do you think you are!”
As soon as Gu Hai saw Dawn, he began to curse him out. Although both of them worked under a Heavenly-tier expert, Kong Ling had replaced Xing Yuan, and in Gu Hai’s view, his status had risen accordingly. At the very least, he was half a rank higher than Dawn, making it entirely normal for the latter to attend meetings in the main hall. Yet, not only had he refused, but he had also demanded that Gu Hai come to see him, which had infuriated him to the point of explosion.
“Gu Hai, you need to understand, it is you who wants to see me, not I who wants to see you!”
“I am not forcing you to come. If you don’t wish to come, then you don’t have to!”
Ye Cangtian’s gaze swept coldly over Gu Hai. The fact that he had kicked open the door had also ignited Ye Cangtian’s anger, though he hadn’t yet lost his temper.
*Hmph!*
Gu Hai let out a cold snort upon hearing this and then said, “Enough of this nonsense. I’m here to ask you, why aren’t you investigating the matter of Xue He!”
Upon his return, Xuan Si Jiu had reported the matter of the male corpse. When Gu Hai saw that something had happened to Xue He, he became extremely furious. He then proceeded to question him. The information he received was that only Xuan Si Jiu was actively investigating the matter, while Dawn remained indifferent, which had truly angered him. Thus, he couldn’t help but come here to confront Dawn.
“Xue He? What Xue He? What happened to him that concerns me?”
Ye Cangtian glanced at Gu Hai, completely unconcerned by his angry expression, and feigned ignorance of the name Xue He as he inquired.
Upon hearing this, Xuan Si Jiu quickly prompted, “Lord Dawn, the masked male corpse in the forest is Lord Xue He.”
Gu Hai nodded and said darkly, “That’s right, that person is Xue He, a member of the Dark Association. Like me, he only takes orders from Lord Kong Ling!”
“Oh? So that male corpse was called Xue He and had such a status! But what does that have to do with me?”
“He met with misfortune outside Dongjiang City. Investigating this matter should fall upon the branch here. I can’t be expected to handle everything, can I? What’s the point of them if they don’t do anything?”
“Besides, as you can see, there are only four of us here, and our investigative capabilities are limited. It likely makes no difference whether we investigate or not, right?” Ye Cangtian said nonchalantly, glancing at Gu Hai.
You…
In just a few sentences, Gu Hai’s face turned a deep shade of red, his chest heaving violently with anger. He looked coldly at Dawn and shouted, “Dawn, do you think Xuan Si Jiu alone can handle the person who killed Xue He?”
“I advise you to understand the situation clearly before questioning me!”
Ye Cangtian disdainfully glanced at Gu Hai and continued, “Ask Xuan Si Jiu if I ever said I would intervene.”
*Hmm?*
Upon hearing this, Gu Hai froze. He looked at Xuan Si Jiu in confusion.
This…
Feeling Gu Hai’s gaze, Xuan Si Jiu began to sweat. “Lord Dawn did say that if I could find the killer before he left, he would offer his assistance…” He had always harbored some resentment towards Ye Cangtian, so he wanted to use this matter to get Gu Hai to report Ye Cangtian to Lord Kong Ling. However, he hadn’t expected Gu Hai to be so impulsive and bring him here to confront Dawn directly. And in front of Ye Cangtian, how could he dare to speak carelessly, so he could only truthfully state the facts.
*Slap!*
Before he could finish speaking, Xuan Si Jiu’s cheek stung, and he was sent flying sideways. Gu Hai was truly furious. Xuan Si Jiu had never mentioned such a matter in his previous reports, which was why Gu Hai had come to find fault.
“Damn it, you didn’t say that just now!”
Gu Hai roared furiously at the staggering Xuan Si Jiu. Xuan Si Jiu, clutching his swollen face, quickly said, “This subordinate has been busy with the investigation recently and is extremely exhausted, which led me to almost forget these matters. I hope Lord Gu Hai will forgive me…”
“Forgive your backside!”
Hearing this, Gu Hai became even more enraged and proceeded to unleash a barrage of punches and kicks!
Watching Xuan Si Jiu’s continuous screams, Ye Cangtian let out a cold smile. After a long while, he slowly said, “Gu Hai, if you need to discipline him, do it elsewhere. Don’t affect my mood here…”