God-Level All-rounder Expert
Chapter 577 - 622: Arrival!

Chapter 577: Chapter 622: Arrival!

The three people’s eyes showed puzzlement, all of them looking at Fang Yi with confusion.

Fang Yi took his seat with a grand air, stretching out his legs and propping his temple with a casual hand, sweeping another glance over the three and said, "Yang Dingfeng has gone to Lank City, do you know that?"

This time, all three nodded, and Su Ge’er said in a delicate voice, "Yang Dingfeng said he has some connections in Lank City, so he went ahead to scout. Our gold mine needs a sales outlet; refining and purifying on the mainland won’t do, so Yang Dingfeng went to Lank City for two reasons: first, to pave the way, and second, to build a base. Alliance Hierarch, I don’t know if what I said is correct."

"Very correct," Fang Yi nodded.

Just as Su Ge’er had said, these were the reasons why Fang Yi had sent Yang Dingfeng to Lank City.

At this point, Lin Mu frowned slightly and said, "But Yang Dingfeng is sly and greedy. Aren’t you afraid he’ll overreach by sending him there, Alliance Hierarch?"

Fang Yi smiled faintly and responded, "Lin Mu, if you have something to say, speak directly."

"Yes!" Lin Mu said, "I do not trust Yang Dingfeng."

"The reason?"

"Just as I said earlier, Yang Dingfeng is greedier than any of us," said Lin Mu firmly.

Fang Yi nodded imperceptibly without another word; he lit a cigarette, took a couple of puffs, and then slowly picked up the tea next to him, taking a sip. Setting down the teacup, everything he did was methodically serene within the motions.

Su Ge’er and the other two remained silent, especially Lin Mu, who felt the Alliance Hierarch before them was profound as the ocean, his thoughts elusive.

In fact, it was not that Fang Yi was intentionally being profound, but that he had gradually developed the demeanor of someone in a position of power. Without the air of authority and dignity, how could he command respect, keep his subordinates in line, or be a good Alliance Hierarch?

A leader, not to mention capability, must foremost possess leadership qualities. And now, Fang Yi indeed had these qualities.

Of course, besides these, Fang Yi’s primary tool for keeping his subordinates in line was using his brain for interest alignment. Tethering these people was still a matter of interest.

The silent Fang Yi left the three with little to say in response, none daring to speak first.

Fang Yi was silent for a long time as if contemplating Lin Mu’s words.

As the cigarette in Fang Yi’s fingers burned halfway, he exhaled a puff of smoke and slowly said, "What do you two think?"

Meng Wei said, "I think Squad Leader Lin’s words make sense."

Su Ge’er smiled faintly and said, "Harmful intentions must not be had, but one must guard against others. I will only listen to you, Alliance Hierarch." Her words implied that she was siding with Fang Yi, clearly stating her position.

Fang Yi was silent once more for a while before asking, "Among you three, who has the highest Martial Arts?"

Lin Mu did not respond; his Martial Arts were not remarkable. Then there was Meng Wei, who was about to step forward but thought better of it, and stepped back, respectfully saying, "I recommend Squad Leader Su to the Alliance Hierarch. Though I’m reluctant to admit it, her Martial Arts are indeed the strongest."

Su Ge’er smiled coquettishly, "Squad Leader Meng overpraises me." She looked towards Fang Yi.

"Good, I will make a trip to Lank City. Squad Leader Su, you accompany me," said Fang Yi.

The three were suddenly moved, not expecting Fang Yi to make this decision.

After pondering for a moment, Fang Yi added, "Meng Wei, Lin Mu, you two stay here and look after the home. In three days, a person named Earth Snake will come to haul the goods. He is now one of us in the Dragon Soul Alliance, and I hope you can work well with him."

"Earth Snake?" Lin Mu raised an eyebrow, "This Earth Snake seems to be crafty, not an easy person to deal with."

Fang Yi answered indifferently, "Don’t worry about that. I’ve already roped him in," not offering too much explanation.

Fang Yi’s word was his bond in the Dragon Soul Alliance, commanding absolute authority. Although the group had only heard of Earth Snake and their impression was not favorable, when Fang Yi spoke, they had no choice but to listen.

Then, Fang Yi discussed the gold mine with the three of them, even calling Earth Snake over to join the discussion about the sea route.

"Earth Snake, how do you think we should navigate the sea route from Moon City to Lank City?" Fang Yi asked.

"When transporting the gold, naturally, the smaller the risk, the better. Therefore, the closer the sea route, the better. However, we must be cautious of the sea patrols and the state crackdowns. So I think we can take this route..." Earth Snake was extremely familiar with the sea and pointed out several locations on the nautical chart.

Some of the proposed detours were long, and Lin Mu immediately stood up and said, "Isn’t that detour too far? Can’t we just go in a straight line?"

Earth Snake replied, "I’m an expert in this field. I won’t lie to Squad Leader Lin, I’ve smuggled people before, so I know these routes better than you do."

Lin Mu wanted to argue further but was stopped by Fang Yi.

Fang Yi said, "Let’s listen to the expert."

Specialization was important, and Fang Yi wasn’t troubled by their argument; on the contrary, he was quite satisfied.

If an organization doesn’t even have a hint of dissenting opinions inside, it’s nothing but stagnant water, unable to be stirred up or revived—how can such an organization develop?

Opinions are fine, and Fang Yi held the decision-making power. He knew what to do and what not to do.

"Earth Snake, are you sure this sea route is viable?" Fang Yi looked at Earth Snake.

"Rest assured, Alliance Hierarch, I, Earth Snake, guarantee with my life that this route is absolutely reliable!" Earth Snake said, clasping his fists in assurance.

In fact, Earth Snake was utterly astounded upon learning that Fang Yi was enlisting him to transport gold. Knowing that Fang Yi also controlled a gold mine meant something significant to him!

It signified wealth, an incalculable fortune. The young man before him actually held a gold mine. Who else could accomplish this, and who else had the audacity to claim a gold mine as their own?

Only this young man before him.

Earth Snake had mixed feelings, but this only fortified his resolve to follow Fang Yi. People strive for higher places, and water flows to lower ground—although following this young man would mean taking a lower position, if it led to wealth, why not?

With discussions concluded and the sea route determined, what followed was the transportation scheduled for three days later.

Fang Yi ordered that the entire park must maintain strict vigilance, keeping watch to prevent outsiders from detecting any abnormalities, and among those inside, there could be no failures. Everyone was to monitor each other, implementing the strictest management regulations.

Because this plan could not afford any mistakes.

If it were to be exposed, it would lead to total and utter destruction.

Time passed quickly, and the three days soon elapsed. Fang Yi settled his affairs in Moon City and then, in the early morning, he took Su Ge’er on a plane to Lank City.

By nightfall, Earth Snake began the transportation.

From Moon City to Lank City, the sea route required an estimated three days. During these three days, Fang Yi, accompanied by Su Ge’er, decided to stabilize their base in Lank City, ready to begin production the moment the goods arrived!

All in all, it was a complicated matter that required Fang Yi’s personal attention.

Around noon, the plane from Moon City finally landed at the Lank City International Airport.