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Chapter 380 - 379: The Timing is Not Right

Chapter 380: Chapter 379: The Timing is Not Right

"The timing is off?"

Looking up at Lu Zixun, Qing Yalin’s eyes were full of confusion.

"The power of the Demon Country is currently weaker than any of the human gathering places, which means that the Demon Country can only act subserviently, swallowing any injustices internally."

Lu Zixun’s gaze became profound, "But this is only the current situation. When all these issues accumulate and burst out during the Insect Killing Competition, the effect will be unparalleled."

He scoffed, and with a twinkle in his eye, Lu Zixun continued, "Any injustices we endure now must all be repaid. Although we can’t do it yet, we can start claiming some of our debts."

"How to claim them?"

Although Qing Yalin had only apologized to Lu Zixun for the detention incident, this did not mean she was content with such treatment.

"For instance, instead of selling the Spirit Pattern Branches to Zhenfei, we could take a risk and sell them to Zone 9 in a different way."

After a pause, Lu Zixun narrowed his eyes, "We could obtain the normal market price, and the transaction would also be safer."

"This..."

Qing Yalin, failing to understand how Lu Zixun arrived at the conclusion that dealing with Sha Fei’s people would be protected, swallowed her words before they left her mouth.

Lu Zixun, who knew Qing Yalin would be puzzled, continued, "I couldn’t be certain before, but now I can affirm that the Commander who trusts Sha Fei is a brother who has gone through life and death with me."

With that, Qing Yalin instantly understood Lu Zixun’s meaning.

As long as Xiong Kang held the position of Commander, the transaction of the Spirit Pattern Branches would be absolutely safe.

Now, filled with curiosity, Qing Yalin wondered how Lu Zixun had experienced life-and-death situations with him.

While heading towards the Demon Country, Lu Zixun then instructed, "After Liu Wenxi completes the transactions of the remaining Spirit Pattern Branches, maintain contact with the rebel army and retreat back to the Demon Country to join you in traveling to Zone 9."

Without any superfluous words, Qing Yalin nodded in acknowledgment, indicating she understood.

At this moment, considering his actions today, Lu Zixun took a deep breath.

He hoped that Zhenfei’s subsequent arrangements would still fall within his predictions; otherwise, things would become complicated.

There is something called Murphy’s Law, which means that whatever you fear will happen.

The day after Lu Zixun demonstrated his power towards Zone 12, Zhenfei sent a diplomat over.

The diplomat was none other than Zhang Qingyang, whom he had met yesterday.

Now, looking at the complicated expression on Zhang Qingyang’s face, the corners of Lu Zixun’s mouth turned down slightly.

If Zhang Qingyang could come to the Demon Country, the situation had somewhat exceeded Lu Zixun’s control.

Looking at the goods brought by Zhang Qingyang, on the surface, it seemed like a show of weakness by Zhenfei, but in reality, it was a warning to the Demon Country.

After all, to the outside world, Lu Zixun was just the principal of the Demon Country, while the real leader was still Ge Changming.

Lu Zixun was certain that if Zhang Qingyang died here, Zhenfei would not hesitate to declare war on the Demon Country.

Feeling a headache brewing, Lu Zixun summoned Ge Changming to receive Zhang Qingyang. Then he ducked into a temporary office, avoiding Zhang Qingyang.

"Welcome, Brother Qingyang’s arrival truly glorifies the Demon Country."

Ge Changming approached with a warm smile, eagerly shaking hands with Zhang Qingyang.

"Ah, we just met not so long ago. I feel bad that it took me so long to visit. I’m really sorry about that."

Turning to point at the goods he had brought, Zhang Qingyang chuckled, "This is a congratulatory gift for the establishment of the Demon Country and, on the other hand, I wanted to offer my apologies to Lord Xun."

"Ah? You’re too kind, too kind."

Waving his hand to have the supplies taken into the warehouse, Ge Changming shook his head and said, "Speaking of apologies, we are the ones who should apologize. Lord Xun knew it was a misunderstanding and told me before he went into seclusion that if Brother Qingyang were to come, I should make sure to offer him a sincere apology."

The two insincere men chatted and laughed as they made their way to the reception hall.

Watching this scene from his temporary office, Lu Zixun felt that appointing Ge Changming as the person in charge was a good choice.

Feigning such a promise, Lu Zixun thought he probably wouldn’t have done it as well as Ge Changming.

As if Zhang Qingyang had never visited, Lu Zixun, looking at the strategic plan in front of him for attacking Zone 14, fell into deep thought.

Being precautious and preparing for danger in times of safety had always been Lu Zixun’s approach to things.

It was just that the sudden step the Demon Country was about to take had caused him to hesitate.

Setting aside whether they could take it down,

Even if they did conquer it, the focus of the Demon Country’s efforts would have to be on Zone 14, guarding against a counterattack from the Insect Clan, while also having to watch out for Zhenfei possibly launching a sudden attack on Zone 13.

Things could easily turn into a situation of being attacked from both sides, which was not what Lu Zixun wanted to see.

Though through Lu Zixun’s show of force, Zhenfei had backed down and issued a warning, this did not mean they had no other plans.

With a silent sigh, Lu Zixun put away the strategic plan and looked out the window at the bleak autumn scene, murmuring, "It’s still too rushed for now, I hope we catch up before winter comes."

The plan to attack and occupy Zone 14 was not going to happen anytime soon.

But the plan to exploit the bug-killing competition to ambush the younger generation of the Insect Clan seemed somewhat feasible.

It was at this moment that Lu Zixun realized that individual strength was still too insignificant in the grand scheme of things.

"Lord Xun, he’s been sent off."

Just as Lu Zixun was feeling overwhelmed, Ge Changming walked in looking exhausted.

Seeing Ge Changming like this, for a moment Lu Zixun felt that his own troubles seemed not so bothersome.

He joked, "What’s wrong? More tiring than dealing with your lady at home?"

"Oh, not at all."

Muttering under his breath, Ge Changming complained, "Although both involve telling lies, one is shrewd and the other isn’t. The situations are simply not the same."

If Ge Changming’s wife knew what he said about her, he’d probably have to stay late with Lu Zixun today.

Laughing and shaking his head, Lu Zixun sighed and asked, "How’s the progress on the new trade route you’re developing?"

"We’ve made some headway," Ge Changming nodded slightly and smiled broadly:

"While developing the lower part of Zone 13, we discovered a large obsidian mine."

Lu Zixun’s eyes flickered with interest and nodded for Ge Changming to continue.

"After studying it for a while, we’ve found that obsidian is not only useful for making weapons but can also reflect magic."

Pausing for a moment, Ge Changming continued, "If it’s ground up and added into the walls, it has the same remarkable effect."

Upon hearing this, Lu Zixun’s eyes lit up.

This function could be very useful. There must be limitations, of course – probably only effective against medium-sized Insect Tides, but that’s enough.

However, this use of obsidian definitely shouldn’t be shared with Zhenfei, otherwise wouldn’t that be lifting a rock only to drop it on your own feet?