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Chapter 381 - 380 Mutual Restraint

Chapter 381: Chapter 380 Mutual Restraint

After selling off the remaining Spiritual Pattern Branches, Liu Wenxi wasted no time in returning to the Demon Country and met with Lu Zixun.

At the same time, he brought news that wasn’t exactly good.

Following Lu Zixun’s show of force yesterday, Zhenfei had begun to guard against the Demon Country.

The so-called display of weakness was merely to lower Ge Changming’s guard.

More importantly, they were waiting for the insect-killing competition to start, aiming to destroy the Demon Country in one fell swoop.

Lu Zixun, unable to distinguish his actions from those of the Insect Clan, sighed silently.

It seemed that peaceful coexistence was just his own wishful thinking. Wasn’t this just proving the old saying correct?

Shaking his head, Lu Zixun felt deeply saddened inside, but showed no emotion on the surface, "Considering Zhenfei’s capabilities in Zone 12, unless Gu Beihan comes personally, we have ample time to outmaneuver the Demon Country."

Hearing this, Liu Wenxi, who had some understanding of the current development of the Demon Country, nodded without any doubt, "Indeed, that is the case. Then I will go to Zone 9 with Qing Yalin, carrying the Spiritual Pattern Branches."

"Hmm, be careful on your way and do not hesitate to send a flare at the first sign of trouble."

After a pause, Lu Zixun pondered for a moment, "Unless you’re completely in Zone 9, do not trust any Human Bug Demon you encounter."

Liu Wenxi’s pupils contracted as he looked at Lu Zixun and stuttered, "Could it be..."

"That’s correct."

Nodding slightly, Lu Zixun said indifferently, "Previously the Demon Clan was at the bottom of the food chain, with both the Human Clan and the Demon Clan free to slaughter as they pleased; however... now the development pace of the Demon Country suggests a trend of moving from prey to hunter, becoming the third power, so we must be cautious with everything."

"Yes."

With a solemn reply, Liu Wenxi bowed respectfully and left the room.

Only after Liu Wenxi had left, did Lu Zixun let out a deep sigh.

Rapid development for the Demon Country wasn’t necessarily good. It seemed relying solely on the strength of the Demon Clan to stay uninvolved was quite difficult.

At this thought, a glint of determination appeared in Lu Zixun’s eyes.

Difficult to stay uninvolved, indeed, but joining the fray to create mutual wariness between both sides— that was significantly easier.

How should he maneuver this...

Lu Zixun stretched out his claw and held the desk, becoming lost in thought.

Around noon, Lu Zixun summoned Ge Changming to his office and shortly after Ge Changming left, Geng Xiyuan entered.

When both men departed, neither looked particularly happy.

Yet Lu Zixun, sitting in his armchair, stretched leisurely with a look of contentment.

Following his instructions, within three days, much of the Human Clan’s label attached to the Demon Country would fade away.

As night fell, Zhang Qingyang of Zone 12 received the news: the Demon Clan was no longer selling Spiritual Pattern Branches to Zhenfei.

Zhang Qingyang instantly flew into a rage, smashing a table with his hand,

The Demon Country accepted Zhenfei’s materials and still did this? We shouldn’t have let Liu Wenxi return!

"Pass my orders."

Liu Wenxi sneered, "Zhenfei declares war on the Demon Country as of today. Spurn our goodwill and face the consequences."

"My lord."

The aide by his side shook his head and sighed, "Another piece of news is that the Demon Country has reduced their prices by ten percent and sold the Spiritual Pattern Branches to Sha Fei. If we start a war at this time, Sha Fei... I fear will be the first to object."

"What?"

Zhang Qingyang’s pupils contracted, his chest heaving as he collapsed into the chair, murmuring, "What a clever ploy, truly clever. Ge Changming, I’ll let you live for another three weeks."

The following day.

Lu Zixun, who had risen early, pushed open the window with a clear and refreshed spirit.

Gazing at Qing Building, which was nearing completion, a faint smile played upon his eyes.

"Brother Xun, the situation has stabilized. Zhenfei has suffered a loss without being able to voice her grievances. I’m afraid she won’t let it go so easily."

Ge Changming, who had come to report to Lu Zixun first thing, also wore a smile he couldn’t suppress.

To leave Zhenfei enraged but unable to speak out truly was too damn gratifying.

Lu Zixun appeared unconcerned, even letting out a laugh, "Is there any chance for a thaw in our relations with Zhenfei? Obviously, there isn’t."

He paused and didn’t continue with this topic, "Have you discovered any movements from the Insect Clan?"

"Movements?"

Ge Changming pondered for a moment before speaking, "The Insect Clan is as usual, preparing for the upcoming Insect Extermination Competition. But for some reason, people from the Light and Shadow Association are heading to Zone 14."

"That’s peculiar. The Insect Extermination Competition isn’t directed at the Insect Clan, yet this Alien Race is actually sending people from their absolutely safe Great Hive in Zone 25."

Lu Zixun, who had been at ease, suddenly became serious upon hearing what Ge Changming said.

For some reason, he felt that the people from the Light and Shadow Association were coming for him.

Lu Zixun’s mind raced with thoughts, and he furrowed his brows as he instructed, "Keep a close watch on the movements of the Light and Shadow Association and, if possible, find out the strength of those coming."

"Understood."

Taking out his phone from the storage talisman, Lu Zixun logged onto the Star Network. After hesitating for a moment, he still opened the chat box with Xiong Kang.

"The people from the Light and Shadow Association are moving from Zone 25 to Zone 14. Do you know what this is about?"

Two seconds passed, and Xiong Kang’s reply came: "Really? I wasn’t aware of that. Let me ask around."

"Mm."

After sending a single character, Lu Zixun returned to the main screen to look at the latest news from the Human Gathering Place.

"There is such an intelligence report, yet its reason is still not uncovered. What’s up? Did something happen?"

Lu Zixun was about to say that he felt the Light and Shadow Association was targeting him when he typed half of the message and then deleted it all.

After all, relying on that elusive sixth sense truly lacked convincing power.

"It’s nothing, just asking."

"How does it feel to take over as Commander of Zone 9? Feels great, huh?"

"Great my ass. If you want the job, come take it. I can give it to you. It’s boring as hell every day, nothing to do, and I have to stay here. A true iron fool."

After chatting idly with Xiong Kang for a bit, the communicator rang.

Seeing it was Liu Wenxi’s call, Lu Zixun stopped his silly conversation with Xiong Kang.

"What’s the matter?"

"Lord Xun, the leader of the rebel army would like to meet with you."

Hearing this, Lu Zixun’s eyebrows raised.

It seemed he had nothing much to discuss with the rebel army.

But after Liu Wenxi revealed the identity of the rebel army’s leader, Lu Zixun suddenly became interested.

"Never would have thought."

His tail waved indecisively a few times before Lu Zixun made a decisive slap on the table, deciding to meet.

"Arrange a time, to meet within Demon Country."

After hanging up the communicator, Lu Zixun lifted his paw and scratched his ear.

This was getting interesting.