"This..."
Chandler's face instantly turned pale. The other party's statement clearly left him no chance to leave.
As he was still contemplating, Ye Cangtian's voice was heard again.
"However, nothing is absolute. If you agree to submit to the Alliance and hand over the defensive deployment map of the Tamu Mercenary Group's headquarters, perhaps I can spare you."
"..."
Chandler was stunned for a moment, and then his whole body was filled with murderous intent.
To surrender to these ant-like ants of the Alliance was, in itself, a great insult to him!
Stepping back, even if he endured the humiliation and chose to feign surrender, what about the headquarters' defensive deployment map?
Handing it over would be a complete betrayal, and he would never be able to return to the Tamu Mercenary Group.
"Alright, I understand what you mean."
With that thought, Chandler sighed and continued, "But before we fight, I'd like to ask you a few questions?"
Upon hearing this, Ye Cangtian made a gesture of invitation. Chandler was cornered and had no chance of a comeback, so he wasn't worried about the other party stalling for time.
"Why are you here?"
"Shouldn't you be in Yangzhou?"
"Can you tell me who leaked the information?"
Chandler voiced his questions.
The other party had just proposed marriage, so he should be building a love nest with his fiancée. Why did he suddenly appear here?
The only possible explanation was that someone had tipped him off, and he wanted to know who it was before he died!
"It's no harm to tell you. It's Nancy, the 'Heavenly Pride' of the Hall of Light!"
"Nancy assassinated me during my proposal, and I captured her. To save her life, she confessed some of the Hall of Light's major moves..."
Hearing the other party's words, Ye Cangtian immediately started fabricating.
Initially, this was all his guess based on the Hall of Light's usual behavior, but he didn't tell the truth.
Instead, an idea flashed through his mind, and he decided to frame Nancy.
"Nancy, you traitor, you've caused me so much trouble!"
"Even if I die today, I will turn into a vengeful spirit and seek revenge on you!"
Seeing Ye Cangtian speak so convincingly, Chandler immediately believed him.
"Alright, stop shouting. You ask me one question, and I'll ask you one question."
Ye Cangtian interrupted Chandler's outburst and continued, "For such a large operation, which Cardinal from the Hall of Light is in charge? And where is he?"
Hmm?
Chandler was taken aback. He hesitated.
He was destined to die.
The current consideration was whether to find someone to avenge him.
If the information was leaked, his revenge might be avenged by someone, but it could also disrupt the Hall of Light's deployment.
After a brief silence, Chandler finally spoke, "Alright, I'll tell you. Lord Hasal is personally in charge, and he is currently near the headquarters of the Rattlesnake Mercenary Group!"
In the end, Chandler revealed everything. He was unwilling to die like this. Even if not for himself, he wanted to seek justice for the brothers who died in battle for the entire mercenary group!
Hasal?
So it was an old acquaintance!
A smile crept onto Ye Cangtian's lips, and he said, "It's about time. Let's begin. As a reward for your cooperation, I'll give you the first move!"
"Kill!"
With that, Chandler didn't hesitate. A furious roar, the most imposing of his life, erupted from his mouth.
He unleashed his full power, his long sword like a shooting star, piercing directly towards Ye Cangtian's throat.
*Poof!*
In the next instant, a spray of blood gushed from Chandler's neck. Ye Cangtian appeared behind Chandler.
Although Chandler's full-force strike was fast, he was, after all, only a Profound-level expert.
Such strength was truly insignificant before Ye Cangtian. With a flick of his wrist, Ye Cangtian reaped his life.
"Retreat!"
Seeing Chandler fall, the Tamu Mercenary Group soldiers still engaged in fierce combat immediately lost their fighting spirit and began to retreat.
With Chandler dead, their spiritual pillar had crumbled.
If they continued to fight, only death awaited them. It would be a meaningless sacrifice, so it was better to retreat.
As for the representatives of various factions, although they could suppress them somewhat, they couldn't kill them in a short period.
As long as they scattered, there was a chance they could escape.
Soon, all the members of the Tamu Mercenary Group dispersed and headed in all directions.
Upon seeing this, the representatives of various factions unhesitatingly charged forward.
Asking them to charge into battle might be difficult, but if it was about beating a dog that had fallen into the water, they would act on their own initiative without needing to be told.
Ye Cangtian did not stop them or participate.
He simply gestured to Lehaton and returned to the main tent to rest.
...
Dawn broke.
The representatives of various factions, who had been in pursuit all night, returned to their tents.
Some were extremely excited, having killed members of the Tamu Mercenary Group with the cooperation of the Lightning Mercenary Group's encirclement and pursuit.
Others were dejected, their targets having ultimately escaped.
Seeing this situation, Ye Cangtian couldn't help but mutter to himself.
Alas! Nancy, it was all fate!
There was no doubt that those who escaped had also heard his conversation with Chandler. His scheme against Nancy would likely reach the higher echelons of the Hall of Light soon.
By then, Nancy would have no defense.
On the other side, after a night of rest, Lehaton approached Ye Cangtian and said, "Now that the Tamu Mercenary Group has completely failed, what should we do next?"
"You are also the leader of a faction. Do you need me to teach you how to proceed? Just do as you see fit."
Ye Cangtian smiled and continued, "But no matter what you do, you must quickly announce the Alliance's affairs on the battle network, let everyone know..."
Hearing this, Lehaton nodded.
He hesitated for a moment and said softly, "I plan to restore the organization and mobilize some of the allies' forces to temporarily guard the Hell Gate Islands. What do you think?"
As the leader of the Alliance for the first time, Lehaton was unsure if such an action would cause any repercussions and always felt uncertain, so he finally asked.
Ye Cangtian rolled his eyes at him and said with annoyance, "You can do whatever you want. From now on, I will not interfere in any matters within your Alliance!"
Upon hearing this, Lehaton understood Ye Cangtian's meaning. Ye Cangtian's silence meant he tacitly approved of his plan.
He responded and slowly said, "Actually, I was also planning to concentrate our forces and head towards the Rattlesnake Mercenary Group, but I ultimately gave up the idea."
This was Lehaton's true thought.
If they resolved the crisis for the Rattlesnake Mercenary Group, perhaps the Rattlesnake Mercenary Group would join the Alliance.
However, considering that Hasal was personally stationed there, and coupled with the alliance between the Rattlesnake and the Ninja, Lehaton finally gave up.
"Heh, your choice is not wrong."
"Your strength has been weakened before. What you should do now is to quickly recover your strength. Continuous combat is not beneficial for you."
Ye Cangtian smiled slightly. The Rattlesnake was no trifling matter, with Hasal in charge.
If these allied mercenary groups were to confront them, they might not gain any benefits and could even risk annihilation.
Therefore, Ye Cangtian did not suggest they go.
He pondered for a moment and said, "I will leave today. Before I leave, I have one piece of advice for you. In the future, when you face China, I hope you will think about today's situation..."
After a pause, Ye Cangtian added, "Of course, if you are determined to be enemies with China, I will not blame you. We will each rely on our own means."
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