Super God Grandmaster
Chapter 698 - 698 684 Peace Talks

Chapter 698: Chapter 684: Peace Talks Chapter 698: Chapter 684: Peace Talks Gui Lang was waiting, he preferred to believe that Yuan Menhai’s people would come looking for him.

But what Gui Lang received was a letter from Shi Mu.

Gui Lang took the letter and was surprised, could hardly believe it. He was a bit astonished that the letter was not from Yuan Menhai but from Shi Mu, inviting him to meet at an inn not far from Bishui City the next day to negotiate peace.

San Gui asked, “Leader, what’s wrong?”

Gui Lang said, “This guy, Shi Mu, has invited me to meet at the Old Feng Inn outside the city tomorrow for a negotiation.”

After hearing this, Haozi said, “What, did I hear that right? This sissy, Shi Mu, wants to negotiate with us, is he kidding?”

Gui Lang handed the letter to San Gui, who took it.

San Gui said, “Maybe they don’t want to keep fighting with us either.”

Er Gui, somewhat puzzled, said, “Can’t be. We took their Bishui City, aren’t they angry?”

Yet San Gui said, “It’s hard to tell. The Bishui City we took was Yang Jing’s. Now, the No. One Heroes are under Shi Mu’s command. For him, he’s already over the moon, far beyond his imagination. Maybe he’ll be sickened by continuing to fight us. It’s possible, they might dislike the Third Demon even more. After all, the hatred Wan Guangcai and Zhong Yao harbor for the Third Demon surpasses everything else.

Wanting to make peace with us and focus all their energies on confronting the Third Demon is quite understandable. They probably don’t want troubles from both sides.”

Upon hearing this, Haozi immediately understood and gave a cold smile, saying, “If that’s the case, it’s extremely beneficial for us.”

Er Gui said, “We should go and hear what he has to say, how he plans to negotiate with us, then we’ll decide.”

“So, we’re in an even more advantageous position. I can’t believe Shi Mu is having a harder time than us.” Haozi became even more excited.

Gui Lang was rather surprised. He had originally thought Yuan Menhai’s people would look for him. Who would have expected Shi Mu to come to him first? He had always believed that Gui Lang had some sort of relationship with the people of the New City Sect. If Gui Lang were to negotiate with them, wouldn’t that mean there was no relationship between Shi Mu and the people in the New City Sect? Otherwise, he wouldn’t have to rush looking for him.

“Do you think Shi Mu has any connection with the people from the New City Sect?” Gui Lang asked.

Upon hearing this, Er Gui said, “If they were connected, they could join hands to fight the Third Demon. Why would they need to negotiate with us?”

The mindless Haozi said, “That means they have no connection with the people from the New City Sect, or else they wouldn’t need to find us.”

Gui Lang was silent for a while, then said, “It seems that this Shi Mu is not stupid.”

San Gui said, “We don’t want to fight them either. If they could offer us enough benefits, we could negotiate with them.”

Haozi said, “They have to offer us enough benefits before we can consider negotiation, or else don’t bother.”

Gui Lang was still weighing whether he should look for Yuan Menhai. Suddenly, this letter from Shi Mu gave him a glimmer of hope. He couldn’t help but laugh to himself, feeling extraordinarily elated.

If they could negotiate peace, he wouldn’t need to be so on the defensive.

Haozi said, “They won’t set up an ambush, will they?”

“I don’t think he has the guts. Who would dare to cooperate with him in the future?” Gui Lang said.

San Gui said, “Why don’t I go for you?”

“Hehe, the City Master himself is coming. If I don’t show up in person, wouldn’t it be a bit disrespectful? They may even say that I am afraid of him.”

Gui Lang continued, “Now I’m really somewhat unable to figure out this Shi Mu. You say he’s a sissy, incompetent, but he has indeed done some things we couldn’t have predicted. And to think that he would jump out and negotiate with us, it never occurred to me that he’s not the slightest bit afraid of us.”

Er Gui laughed and said, “That shows that he’s afraid of us.”

Shaking his head, San Gui said, “No, it doesn’t prove that he’s afraid of us. For now, Shi Mu controls Ghost City and smoothly took over Yang Jing’s men. And we are increasingly struggling. So there’s no way he’s afraid of us. The only explanation is Yuan Menhai. He needs a stable rear.”

“I can only think in this way. Let’s go hear what he has to say tomorrow.” Gui Lang continued, “San Gui, accompany me tomorrow.”

Shi Mu had already arrived at the Old Feng Inn. At noon, he was thinking about how to persuade Gui Lang when he suddenly said, “Our Sect Leader is indeed quite amazing.”

Zhong Yao looked over and said, “Hmm, whether we can succeed depends on today.”

“I wonder how things are going in the Central Plains. Will the people from the Demon Domain really be able to kill Longhun?” Shi Mu said.

“Let’s first figure out how to settle the issues in our Wastelands.”

All of a sudden, Shi Mu sighed, “This Longhun is indeed quite formidable. So many people from the Demon Domain can’t take him down. I heard he didn’t bring many people in.”

“Do you know how he defeated the disciples of the immortal demon who attacked Dragon Slayer Island?”

“I’ve heard some things, something about using a Sea Demon to repel them.” Shi Mu said.

“Correct.”

“But I know that Sea Demons cannot be controlled.”

“They did not control the Sea Demon, only lured it back to the battlefield.”

“But isn’t this harmful to their own people?”

“Longhun does not care about this. All he wants is to defeat the immortal demon and kill Shi Yin Zun, to then take the position of island Master.”

“Killing two birds with one stone, indeed a formidable man.” Suddenly, Shi Mu said, “I heard that Longhun is the Sect Leader’s own brother, is this true?”

“It is true,” Wan Guangcai replied.

Just as he was speaking, a cloud of dust had started to rise ahead, it was a team of twenty-odd horsemen. Gui Lang, majestic and frightening, was leading the charge.

Zhong Yao promptly stood up, on alert and scanned the surrounding area for any abnormalities. If there were any unusual circumstances, he had to protect Shi Mu. He let out a breath of relief only after confirming there were only about twenty people.

Shi Mu quickly stood up, exited the inn and went to meet them.

Gui Lang dismounted his horse.

And San Gui had also arrived.

“Brother Gui Lang, it’s been a long time. How have you been?” Shi Mu extended his hand in greeting as they entered.

Gui Lang gave a small laugh, “How have I been recently? Don’t you know?” In this time, they had fought several battles.

“Ah, if Brother Gui Lang decides to leave the No. One Heroes and desires Bishui City, just say so, there’s no need to stir such turmoil and create enemies,” Shi Mu commented.

“Ah, Yang Jing disdains me, he will force me to leave eventually. I really had no other choice.” Gui Lang confessed.

“I understand, you must really hate me for taking your position.”

“How dare I, Brother Shi Mu is more capable and promising than I am. Look, in the blink of an eye, you’ve become the Lord of Ghost City, the leader of the No. One Heroes.”

“That’s merely because I happened to be in the right place at the right time, unexpectedly learning about Jue Ming killing the lord. Otherwise, I would have shared the same unfortunate fate. It was complete luck, if Brother Gui Lang hadn’t left the No. One Heroes, that leadership position would definitely have been yours, I’d have no chance.” Shi Mu modestly replied.

This man really knows how to talk. Gui Lang laughed, “I have nothing compared to your good luck. Now, I just hope Brother Shi Mu can show me some mercy and not hold a grudge.”

He clearly looks down on me, but Shi Mu didn’t mind, laughing it off: “Hey, we’ve fought together after all and are brothers. Some small differences emerged because of poor communication. If Brother Lang had spoken up earlier, we could have settled things peacefully. The only thing I fear is upsetting Brother Lang. After all, I’m just a flatterer, not someone who would catch Brother Lang’s eye.” He had already escorted Gui Lang into the inn.

Zhong Yao loudly commanded, “Bring out the food!”

Gui Lang laughed, “How dare I? Brother Shi Mu, your position today is due to your extraordinary abilities and long-term vision. I can’t compare with you.”

“Don’t say that. I know Brother Lang’s capabilities well. Without you, the No. One Heroes wouldn’t have achieved their current status. Yang Jing is just blind to your talents. You are far more talented than I am.”

This guy is flattering me again, but Gui Lang was still very pleased.

“I hope you won’t hold the disagreements from our past against me!”

Shi Mu was naturally referring to the problems caused by Yang Jing during his lifetime, the bumps in the road that eventually led Gui Lang to Futu City.

Gui Lang responded, “How dare I? It’s all in the past. I’ve also made mistakes. I hope Brother Shi Mu won’t dwell on them.”

“Hm, I knew Brother Lang would be generous and not hold onto these small matters. Anyway, today, I still want to pour a cup of wine, to apologize for what happened in the past. I hope Brother Lang won’t let it bother you.” He had already poured a cup of wine, and raised it to take a drink.

“Brother Shi Mu, let’s get back to business.” Gui Lang didn’t want to waste too much time chatting with him.

Shi Mu smiled and said, “Alright, let’s get back to business. Today, I am here with sincerity to make peace with Brother Lang.”

“Making peace? Good, I hope for nothing more than to request Brother Shi Mu to show me some mercy.”

“Not at all!” Shi Mu continued, “The current situation has led to the emergence of four powers in the Wastelands. If we continue to fight each other, I’m afraid it will only benefit others. Originally we were brothers, but this continued struggle seems rather hasty. Why not join forces while we have the chance and accomplish something big together.”