Above the Galaxy
Chapter 330 - 216, The Will of Revenge!_2

Chapter 330: Chapter 216, The Will of Revenge!_2

He spoke of solving the problem at its root, which meant dealing with Zhong Daolong.

Once Zhong Daolong was dead, with the dragons headless, the Empire would inevitably fall into chaos.

At that time, they could muddy the waters and take advantage of the situation to start a rebellion.

Tang Fei shook his head and said aloud, "It’s still unclear for now; we need to follow their arrangements. However, Phoenix’s suggestion was for me to get close to Zhong Tianque."

"Zhong Tianque? The Eldest Prince?"

Tang Fei repeated Phoenix’s analysis, and the old man nodded continuously, saying, "Zhong Daolong has Chen Fenglei by his side, that old dog. As long as he is not removed, no one else can hope to gain Zhong Daolong’s trust. After you get there, I’m afraid Chen Fenglei will watch you day and night, which would actually be detrimental to your actions."

"Zhong Tianque is the Crown Prince, the future King. If you can gain his trust, you will be able to obtain greater authority."

"Moreover, his experience and wisdom are far inferior to Zhong Daolong’s, leaving a lot of room to manipulate and exert influence. Cast a long line, catch a big fish. Phoenix’s intelligence far surpasses that of her two older brothers... what a pity."

"What’s a pity?"

"That she has no chance at the throne," the old man said aloud. "Zhong Daolong’s chosen successor is still Zhong Tianque, and the recent diarrhea incident has not shaken his position... Have there been any recent movements from Zhong Tianyi’s side?"

"I don’t know. I haven’t seen him for a while," Tang Fei said. "I think he has deliberately concealed himself since that incident."

"Some things, once started, cannot be stopped," the old man stated confidently. "Since he has chosen to embark on the path of competing for inheritance and has exposed himself, he can only keep going until the end. Otherwise, if Zhong Tianque ascends to the throne, Tian Yi’s days will be torturous..."

"So, he’s someone we can use?"

"Didn’t Phoenix suggest that you get close to Zhong Tianque? You go help Zhong Tianque strike at Tian Yi. The more ruthlessly you attack, the more you will be able to gain Tian Que’s trust and be valued."

"I understand," Tang Fei nodded and said, "I’ll do my best as a top-notch lackey."

"That is indeed your forte."

"..."

"Phoenix has no interest in that position still, right?"

Tang Fei glanced at the old man and said, "No. I think the time is not yet ripe."

"Hmm, let nature take its course," the old man said without pressing, "Everything will proceed along the trajectory we’ve set."

"Is that expectation?"

"It’s a prophecy."

"It’ll be Chinese New Year’s Eve soon, our first Spring Festival since we came to New Star... Do you want to come back and take a look?"

The old man was silent for a moment before saying, "It’s not convenient."

Naturally, the old man wanted to go back and spend the festival with Tang Fei and Little Fatty.

After all, from childhood to adulthood, the three of them had always been together, never separated.

But he also understood how dangerous such a move would be.

If his whereabouts were discovered, it would put Tang Fei and Little Fatty into jeopardy.

Not to mention nullifying all their prior efforts, all three might have to embark on a journey of escape.

Endure!

Impatience spoils great plans.

"I understand," Tang Fei nodded.

Tang Fei emerged from the basement where they’d met and walked along the brilliantly lit streets.

After a while, he heard the familiar cry of ’Chestnuts, tasty sugar-roasted chestnuts...’

"Old-fashioned roasted chestnuts..."

With a smile, Tang Fei walked up to the chestnut seller and said, "Uncle, do you still recognize me?"

Uncle Chestnut was shocked to see Tang Fei, and said, "That... young man?"

"You’re missing two words," Tang Fei said sternly.

"Handsome young man."

"Correct," Tang Fei gave Uncle Chestnut a thumbs up and praised, "Uncle has a great memory. After such a long time, you recognized me at a glance."

"Someone like you... a special young person is really rare to see. Besides, you bought so many chestnuts at once, how could I forget?" Uncle laughed.

He thought, luckily he had reacted quickly; otherwise, he would have spoken his mind.

"Hmm. To make the memory last, give me another ten pounds of chestnuts," Tang Fei said.

Little Fatty loved chestnuts; he had devoured the ten pounds Tang Fei had purchased last time all by himself, barely leaving any for Tang Fei.

"No problem," Uncle swiftly started to pack the chestnuts without asking Tang Fei if he could finish them this time.

"Still twenty star coins a pound?"

"Still twenty star coins a pound," Uncle replied.

"That guy... the one I helped pay for last time, has he been here to buy chestnuts recently?" Tang Fei asked.

"No," Uncle said, "I haven’t seen him in a long time either."

"Looks like he won’t be able to pay me back my money," Tang Fei said.

"He doesn’t seem like the type to default on debts; he’ll surely pay you back next time."

"How do you know he won’t default?"

"A young man as handsome as that, where can’t he earn back two hundred bucks?"

"..."

To think the chestnut seller was a face-connoisseur, regarding looks as the ultimate justice?

"Uncle, I didn’t bring money today. Can I pay you next time?"

"Young man, don’t joke. We run a small business here, no credit given."

"..."

"Give me ten pounds, too," a cold voice came from behind.