Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong’s fate
Chapter 1039 - 707: Instigating, Disintegrating the Internal Structure of Tianfeng City

Chapter 1039: Chapter 707: Instigating, Disintegrating the Internal Structure of Tianfeng City

"Water General, I know you’ve been discontented lately, but rest assured that this City Lord will thoroughly investigate the matter. You need not worry yourself."

Of course, the Lord of Tianfeng City was unwilling to let the Water General get involved in this matter, intending to dismiss him.

But today’s Water General seemed different, as if he had lost his composure, starkly contrasting how he usually behaved.

"City Lord, it seems you’re mistaken. Last time, when General Shan accused me of colluding with those from the Free Heaven Country, you didn’t act this way. Many people have been monitoring my residence. I find it hard to believe their presence at my mansion was unprovoked!"

The Water General’s words pierced directly into the heart of the Lord of Tianfeng City like a needle.

Even if the Lord of Tianfeng City refused to acknowledge it, it was merely deceiving himself.

The Lord of Tianfeng City showed signs of displeasure: "This... this City Lord is unaware, but this matter has wide implications. If you continue to pursue it, won’t it further unsettle the army?"

However, as if ignoring the attitude of the Lord of Tianfeng City entirely, the Water General continued, "City Lord, I believe stabilizing the army’s morale is the best course of action now, not continuing to conceal the matter. If this issue becomes public, Tianfeng City will be in grave danger!"

"You!"

The Lord of Tianfeng City pointed at the Water General, unable to utter a single word, bewildered as to why today the Water General was so determined to confront General Shan.

It seemed the suppression had been too long, and finally finding an outlet today, the Water General was unwilling to pass up this opportunity.

The City Lord could only understand it this way, yet was still reluctant to summon General Shan.

"You may leave now. I will make my decision on this matter."

"But City Lord..."

The Lord of Tianfeng City erupted in anger: "Who is the City Lord, you or me? If you don’t return, don’t blame me for losing my temper..."

Only then did the Water General say nothing further, saluting before leaving.

Unexpectedly, just as he left, he encountered General Shan.

After exchanging a glance with General Shan, the Water General turned and left without a backward glance, a cold smile playing at the corners of his mouth.

General Shan entered the City Lord Mansion, bowing to the Lord of Tianfeng City: "I’ve heard the recent rumors, City Lord. Don’t believe these baseless slanders. How could I possibly collaborate with those demonic thieves?"

The Lord of Tianfeng City regarded General Shan coolly: "Rest assured, I won’t heed such rumors. However, why did those men retreat without much gain the last time they fought?"

General Shan’s heart skipped a beat, despite claiming not to believe the rumors, the Lord of Tianfeng City’s attitude clearly suggested doubt.

"This... I do not know, sir. Perhaps it was a scheme by the other side."

General Shan’s explanation only deepened the Lord of Tianfeng City’s suspicion.

Nodding, the Lord of Tianfeng City said, "I understand the matter. You may leave now as I will decide on it."

Though General Shan wished to say more, he knew that anything he said to the Lord of Tianfeng City now would be superfluous.

Having followed the Lord of Tianfeng City for so long, he understood well when to speak and when to hold his tongue better than anyone.

"Understood, City Lord!"

General Shan left the City Lord Mansion, his expression not particularly pleasant.

At that time, the Water General was in the General’s Mansion, restlessly laying upon his seat.

"General, aren’t we going to the Imperial Secretariat?"

The Deputy General approached, looking curiously at the Water General.

As someone closely trusted by the Water General, he knew well that the Water General had connections with the Free Heaven Country.

However, to not even keep up appearances seemed overly conspicuous.

The Water General sniffed coldly, saying, "Why should I go? The Lord of Tianfeng City favors General Shan. Last time when rumors spread about me, he summoned me, but this time he doesn’t summon General Shan. Isn’t he obviously favoring the other side?"

The Deputy General began to feel worried, "But even so, if you don’t assume your post, the City Lord likely will..."

The Water General stood and shook his head, "You need to understand that the fault in this matter doesn’t lie with me. We are all one of the Eight Great Generals; before I endured it, now I am simply reclaiming my right. Is that wrong?"

The Deputy General was momentarily stunned, then, upon careful consideration, seemed to grasp the logic. There were the Eight Great Generals; why should there be differing treatments following mere rumors?

Even though everyone knew General Shan was a confidant of the Lord of Tianfeng City, to not even maintain the facade, was such a City Lord truly worthy of fidelity?

Thus, two days passed without the Water General visiting the Imperial Secretariat.

Though this news reached the Lord of Tianfeng City, he merely frowned.

He knew the Water General harbored resentment over the incident and therefore wouldn’t dwell on it overly much.

The rumors within the camp grew increasingly numerous.

The City Lord paid little heed to it.

In the Bei Family, the Bei Family Head smiled slightly at Ping Xiao, saying, "Ping Xiao Great Commander, this plan has already played a crucial role, but now at this pivotal moment, it seems somewhat too calm."

Ping Xiao smiled, "Too calm, is it? Then how about I stir things up a little more?"

It was said the current situation was overly calm because although General Shan fell under suspicion, the Water General had started a work stoppage.