Super God Grandmaster
Chapter 219 - 219 213 Lay the Cards on the Table

Chapter 219: Chapter 213: Lay the Cards on the Table Chapter 219: Chapter 213: Lay the Cards on the Table Zun Yu seemed very anxious as he began, saying, “Brother, I assume you’re aware of the situation in Futu Valley.”

Gua Zhengnie nodded, motioning for someone to quickly serve tea.

“The New City Sect plans to retaliate for our previous actions. Brother, I am unsure of our next steps. They first targeted Yang Jing, the Four Evil Spirits, Tong Hegan, and Jue Ming. Are we next on their list?” said Zun Yu.

Gui Lang chimed in anxiously, “It’s quite clear. They’ve decided to retaliate. Look, they first targeted Yang Jing and Jue Ming, clearly in reaction to the previous incident. After handling them, they are likely to slowly begin targeting us. It’s obvious.”

Sea King Zun Yu agreed with Gui Lang’s analysis, saying, “Indeed, the fate of Jue Ming is unknown, we are uncertain about his whereabouts, and Kong Sha is still hunting Yang Jing. I wonder if we’re next, and if so, what should we do.”

“We cannot just sit around waiting for our doom. We must retaliate. We should strike first,” Gui Lang responded.

“Counterattack? How do we do that?”

“We should join forces to first control Wasteland City. Then we can call upon the enemies of the New City Sect, forming an alliance to take them down. Only in this way can we stand a chance of victory,” Gui Lang proposed.

Zun Yu looked at Gua Zhengnie, not certain whether he shared these thoughts, and said, “Brother, is this really what you intend to do?”

“Do you have any better plans?” Gua Zhengnie retorted.

“I honestly don’t know what we should do. That’s why I sought your advice. If we don’t fight back, I fear that we may not get another chance. Gui Lang is correct, Wei Sisan is certainly serious this time.”

“There’s no need to think too much. We must retaliate. Only by retaliating can we stand a chance of survival. I believe those who fear the New City Sect will willingly join us. Together, we can challenge the New City Sect,” Gui Lang asserted.

“Fine, we can’t just sit here waiting to die. I’d rather fight than simply accept our fate,” Zun Yu firmly declared.

Gui Lang addressed him, “We should fight back. Otherwise, once they take down everyone outside Wasteland City, they’ll surely come for us next. We still have the advantage. I believe we won’t lose if we manage to seize control of Wasteland City.”

After considering it, Gua Zhengnie began to feel more confident. An alliance with Zun Yu might indeed provide them a fighting chance.

“There’s no need for further deliberation. The New City Sect certainly won’t back down. We can’t wait for them to strike; we should make the first move and seize control of Wasteland City.”

“Brother, where do you stand on this? Please share your thoughts,” Zun Yu anxiously inquired.

At this point, Gua Zhengnie finally resolved, saying, “Alright, we will seize control of Wasteland City first, then form alliances with forces outside Wasteland City to oppose the New City Sect.”

“Excellent! We should have done this long ago. I believe that once we take control of New City, many will join us. Although they currently have the upper hand, I’m confident that by seizing control of Wasteland City, we can turn the tide of battle. Then, those who disapprove of the New City Sect will join our cause,” Gui Lang argued.

Zun Yu agreed, “Well said! I refuse to believe that a sickly Wei Sisan could stir up much more trouble.”

Excitement surged through Gui Lang as he suggested, “The sooner, the better. Tonight, under the cover of darkness, we’ll attack Sky Lake Manor and take control of the entire Wasteland City.”

“Easy there, we need not rush. We should plan thoroughly.”

“Rest easy. They don’t have many people in Wasteland City. I am certain we can wipe them out tonight. None of them will escape from Wasteland City alive.” Gui Lang resolved to eradicate the remaining members of the New City Sect in Sky Lake Manor. If they can control Wasteland City in one fell swoop, this will surely impress others and encourage scattered disciples to join their ranks.

Gua Zhengnie instructed, “Elder Xi Feng, prepare for tonight. We’re storming Sky Lake Manor.”

“Excellent!” said an already eager Gui Lang.

Wei Sisan was thrilled to learn about the situation in Futu Valley. However, he was also worried, especially about Wasteland City. He suspected that Gua Zhengnie and Zun Yu might not be patient and would take action prematurely.

The success of Ye Chen and Jiang Zhuge, especially Ye Chen, who defeated No. One Thieves, the Four Evil Spirits, and Tong Hegan, largely resolved the issues in Ghost City. Wei Sisan no longer had to worry about that region. With just a handful of people stationed in Ghost City, they could comfortably secure the area.

Now, he could focus on investigating the previous surprise attack. However, he speculated he might not need to look into it himself as the culprits would likely expose themselves, given how well he knew Gua Zhengnie.

Ye Chen and Jiang Zhuge’s counterattacks also signaled to the Wastelands that they were preparing to retaliate. If that was the case, he believed that Gua Zhengnie might not be able to resist jumping into the fray. If he did, he would most likely start with Wasteland City, endangering Ming Qi and his compatriots there.

He needed to find a way to warn Ming Qi to be prepared. Wei Sisan was averse to the idea of Ming Qi and his followers being ousted by Gua Zhengnie. As long as Ming Qi remained in Wasteland City, Gua Zhengnie would not be able to control it. Their presence in Wasteland City was also beneficial in their fight against Gua Zhengnie.

He immediately wrote a letter using carrier pigeons, urging Ming Qi to prepare, hide, and avoid direct confrontation with Gua Zhengnie, while awaiting his instructions.

Ming Qi received Wei Sisan’s letter and understood his intentions.

That night, Gui Lang led a large group of men disguised in black and attacked Sky Lake Manor. Unanticipatedly, they found the manor empty. The whereabouts of Ming Qi and his associates remained unknown. Gui Lang and his men had no choice but to return fruitlessly.

On returning to report to Gua Zhengnie, Gui Lang mentioned, “It seems they were prepared, having left before we made our move.”

Zun Yu asked, “Where are they now?”

Elder Xi Feng replied, “Most likely, they are in Wasteland City.”

“Then we should find a way to track them down one by one.”

“But under what identity should we approach them?”

Gui Lang pondered upon hearing this. They had infiltrated Sky Lake Manor as men dressed in black. They certainly couldn’t approach them in the same guise.

Elder Xi Feng added, “It would take at least three or four days to locate them. I believe Wei Sisan is already aware of our intrusion into Sky Lake Manor. He will undoubtedly use this as an excuse to return to Wasteland City. We can’t afford to let them return there.”

Gui Lang protested, “Damn it, how can we let them return to Wasteland City? Absolutely not. We can’t keep hiding anymore. Let’s confront them and prevent their return.”

It seemed there was little left to consider.

Elder Xi Feng said, “Wei Sisan has been one step ahead of us, prepared for everything. They left Wasteland City for Tianle City discreetly to avoid conflict with us. They aim to deal with Yang Jing and Jue Ming first, then us. While in Tianle City, they can better control everything. It won’t be long before they claim Sky Lake Manor was attacked by men in black and use this as an excuse to return to Wasteland City.”

Gui Lang declared to their leader, “There’s nothing left to consider. We mustn’t let them return to Wasteland City. If they do, we’ll lose our standing. We need to secure the city.”

However, Elder Xi Feng said, “If we do that, we will be laying all our cards on the table. We won’t have any way out.”

Gui Lang responded, “They’re the ones pushing us into a corner. Even if we did nothing, they would still hunt us down one by one. If they can target Jue Ming and the No. One Thieves, they can target us too.”

Gua Zhengnie asked Zun Yu, “Younger brother, what should we do?”

“I don’t know. But it seems we have no choice but to face them.” Zun Yu replied.

Gui Lang said, “It is indeed unavoidable. They will force us into a deadlock sooner or later. If that’s the case, we might as well take control of Wasteland City now. We can’t let it fall back into Wei Sisan’s hands.”

“And what about the disciples of the New City Sect in Wasteland City?” asked Elder Xi Feng.

“Lock down the city and eliminate them. Start a war with Wei Sisan.”

“Are we really going to proceed with this?”

“Heh, Elder Xi Feng, you underestimate Wei Sisan. He is brutal and ruthless, with no regard for others. Don’t expect him to show mercy just because we were once brothers in arms. That would be foolish. And don’t forget our participation in the previous ambush. He barely escaped with his life. Don’t think for a moment that he would let it go. If he intended to do so, he wouldn’t have taken action against Jue Ming and the No. One Thieves.”

Gui Lang emphasized, “We can seize Wasteland City in an instant. We can’t let it fall into their hands. We didn’t come this far only to give it up. It’s time to lay our cards on the table.”

Gua Zhengnie again asked, “Younger brother, what do you think?”

“If brother has decided to go to war, then I see no reason against it. I will stand by your side.”

“There’s no need for thoughts. You either burst out from silence or perish in it,” Gui Lang said.

After a moment of silence, Gua Zhengnie stated, “Alright then, there’s nothing more to discuss. But let’s wait for now. Gui Lang, prepare a group of men ready to leave the city. I want to see if Wei Sisan will send anyone here.”

Gui Lang asked, “Do you plan to ambush them?”

“Just prepare the men for now.”

“Alright, I will arrange it promptly,” Gui Lang affirmed.

Gua Zhengnie then instructed Elder Xi Feng, “Elder Xi Feng, keep an eye on the disciples of the New City Sect hiding in Wasteland City. Be ready to secure the city at any time. Capture everyone we find.”

Gui Lang remarked, surprised, “Why not clean them out now?”

Gua Zhengnie knew this wouldn’t be resolved overnight. He wasn’t ready to reveal his hand just yet. With Wasteland City under his control, he could afford to be patient. If they began to purge the city now, they would surely alert Wei Sisan. Wei Sisan hadn’t arrived yet. Acting hastily and in a state of confusion would make them the laughingstock. His thoughts revolved around the possibility of ambushing Wei Sisan without alarming them.

“Alarming them when they haven’t even arrived isn’t wise,” Gua Zhengnie added. “Go prepare the men.”

Zun Yu said, “If you plan to ambush them on their way here, count us in. We will participate when the time comes.”

“Good, this time we will be united. Let’s see who has a stronger fate, us or Wei Sisan. We’ll see how long he can keep this up,” Gua Zhengnie affirmed.