CXnovel Chapter 1516 - 770: Elder Anvil's Intentions
Chapter 1516 - 770: Elder Anvil's Intentions
"What on earth is going on?!"
"What's happening, wasn't it supposed to be ten days later?"
"Ha, trying this on me? Damn You Sui bastards, are they seriously playing strategy now?"
Not only Ji Jue was caught off guard, but everyone involved in the plan was utterly confused and flustered.
At this moment, on the barren island where they had agreed to meet, chaos still reigned outside as all parties continued to hastily assemble and prepare their subordinates and attendants.
Crucial information kept coming down, bringing with it a barrage of questions.
Xiu Feng's Calamity Lord, Blood Eye's Ten Thousand Captains.
Including Du Luojia, who had been sitting here meditating all along, even the Tyrant in the dark rift, shrouded in black mist.
When everyone exchanged glances, amidst the shock and anger, a moment of realization flashed in their eyes.
Finally, as their gazes fell upon the oil paint mask, a chill emerged.
"Did you plan this from the beginning?" Du Luojia questioned.
From the start, this guy hadn't trusted anyone!
Even the given timing was wrong.
"Opportunities don't wait, time waits for no one."
The Rotten Ape sighed helplessly, "No choice, the situation is unexpected... just received news that the Cannibalistic Giant Crab Charybdis has gone berserk and is now showing signs of moving again.
According to its route, it might pass by the Seven Cities."
In an instant, the previously restless and angry atmosphere froze, and everyone's expressions turned serious.
A Destruction-level Disaster Beast, even when severely injured, has unquantifiable destructive power. Moreover, in terms of the destruction a Disaster Beast can cause, being severely injured and going completely berserk are not debuffs but rather unequivocal positives.
The crazier the beast, the more unpredictable it is.
If the perpetually hungry Charybdis ravages through the Seven Cities and takes a few bites, there'd be nothing left!
"If we wait the five days according to the original plan, there might not even be a Seven Cities." The Rotten Ape sighed, unraveling a map-like scroll in his hand, where a vortex-like mark moved slowly along the dotted line towards the Seven Cities' direction.
It seemed so slow, yet a rough estimate based on the map's scale and measurements indicated how fast it actually was.
It might actually be over the Seven Cities by tomorrow or the day after!
"..."
In the swirling black mist, the bloodied Tyrant suddenly sneered, glancing sideways at the Rotten Ape: "Was this your doing?"
"How could it be?"
The Rotten Ape spread his hands: "If I could command such a massive creature, why would I rely on you all to help me clear the obstacles in the Seven Cities?"
Ji Jue chuckled coldly but said nothing.
To be fair, this argument did make sense, but logic is logic. Would You Sui really be logical? This old dog has been stirring things up in the Seven Cities for so long, just what is he after?!
Just to stockpile a bunch of explosives for a grand fireworks show?
Why not simply imitate Ji Jue, and trouble the Empire or the Federation? Aren't fusion bombs exciting?
"Time is too tight."
He didn't dwell on this issue and said indifferently, "Preparations aren't complete; there's still no guarantee of bypassing the craftsman to take Luo Island."
"No worries, what's missing is covered by everyone here."
The Rotten Ape's voice seemed to smile: "As long as you're able to lift the workshop's suppression and sever the craftsman's connection to Luo Island, then nothing will stand in our way."
"What's the plan?" Blood Eye's Ten Thousand Captains asked.
"First destroy Luo Island, then move on to Xiang State, and just push through, it's not that complicated."
The Rotten Ape solemnly warned: "Do not be too confident too early; the craftsman's variables are too bizarre. Even if the Seven Cities are under control, as long as the craftsman remains, surprises are unavoidable."
"Are you talking about that Ji Jue?" The aged Calamity Lord glanced over: "Since when did Taiyi Ring have such a master?"
"Not a master, only two golden ribbons."
The Rotten Ape corrected, and before the Calamity Lord and Ten Thousand Captains could mock, he resolutely said: "Don't forget, it's that craftsman who, looked down upon by you now, stirred chaos within the Federation, swiftly rose to prominence, and laid the foundation for today's situation in Hai Province.
I'll spare the details of his connections with the Security Bureau, but the Evil Cult has already suffered defeats at his hands more than once.
In Central Earth, because of him, countless comrades have died. Yet he tread over those countless corpses and single-handedly opened the situation for the White Country.
The White Country Restoration Army has his shadow behind them, surely Blood Eye people haven't gone unscathed?
Now that he's only been in the Seven Cities for less than two months, two out of the seven have already fallen into his grasp. If left unchecked, by the time the harmful wind passes, all your long-standing investments in the Seven Cities may well fall into his hands!
Back then, Aquilino, even as a Heavenly Person, struggled to establish the Seven Cities. Now a mere craftsman can effortlessly stir storms, as if aided by heaven and earth… isn't that terrifying enough for me to stress further!
If such a great harm isn't dealt with promptly, given time, perhaps he'll become another Plowsmith, yet another Embers Master!"
In an instant, except for Du Luojia, both the Calamity Lord and Ten Thousand Captains were taken aback, incredulous that someone could be so regarded by the Rotten Ape.
Yet doubts arose from nearby.
"This talk overstates the enemy's strength, while undermining our own."
The Tyrant within the black mist said coldly: "As I see it, the mere Ji Jue, though tricky, is nothing to fear!"
"..."
The Rotten Ape turned back, about to speak but hesitated, wanting to emphasize the threat of the craftsman, but upon seeing the Abyss Lord speaking, promptly shut his mouth.
You tyrants, your mouths are truly hard!
If Ji Jue hadn't broken your leg the other day, I might have actually believed it!
And beneath the dark mist, Ji Jue's heart was filled with mixed emotions.
Almost forgot my own persona!
How should I put it... The enemy's contempt fills me with joy, but their attention, although not conducive to my future fishing, somehow makes me genuinely comfortable!
If you can talk, just keep talking!
I haven't even told you about the little stories of the Evil Transformation Saint Master...
However, besides that, he keenly sensed a key point outside the plan: "Don't forget, the Empire's fleet! The support from the Holy Tree Family is still in Dan City!"
The Rotten Ape appeared to smile: "Please rest assured, I have my ways. Though the Empire is strong, it does not obstruct us... In fact, they may even be happy to see it succeed."
"What about the Lighthouse?"
Du Luojia asked: "The Lighthouse gathers the power of the Seven Cities, temporarily forming the Heavenly Yuan Domain. With such restraints, it might be difficult to act."
"Rest assured, it's already under control." The Rotten Ape let out a quirky laugh: "As soon as the actions begin, the Lighthouse will no longer be an obstacle."
Damn it!
If not for the Mechanical Descent and numerous surveillance, the Lighthouse in Pu City remains intact, Ji Jue might actually believe it.
The Blessed Creation rooted in the Earth Veins was led by Aquilino, built with the resources of the Seven Cities, and commissioned to be constructed by masters of the Taiyi Ring.
After construction, it has coexisted with the Seven Cities.
As long as the Seven Cities exist, the Lighthouse will stand.
Even without Luo City there's Xiang State, without Xiang State there's Ma Island, unless everyone in the Seven Cities is killed, no mishap can occur.
If he truly had such capabilities, why seek external assistance?
Could use Ji Jue as easily as beating a dog, why expend any effort?
Under the examination and observation of numerous creations, the Lighthouse remains intact, undisturbed, showing no signs of Great Evil erosion...
Where does the Rotten Ape get his confidence?
With thoughts racing, Ji Jue plunged into a fierce oral gymnastics and prize contest.
Even among siblings, accounts must be settled clearly, let alone among the Great Evil beneath the vortex? When folks meet folks, stabbing in the back is routine, even if the Rotten Ape paid a deposit, without benefits, who works for free!
Moreover, you've advanced the schedule, is expedited fee necessary?
Even if no benefits can be extracted, try three strokes, regardless of the outcome!
What if!
Blood Eye who toiled hard, granted a seat in the Holy Temple!
Xiu Feng acting on behalf of the heaven, take the frozen disaster away!
The Tyrant rejuvenates, Luo Island is kept. The Wulou Temple bears hardships, led by the Family God!
And the Rotten Ape, lurking with patience, among the Seven Cities it's most arduous, left to you!
Besides, there are numerous others.
From flesh, bones, assets to souls... Death is reaped by Blood Eye, life governed by Tyrants, souls devoured by Family Gods, civilization erased by Xiu Feng.
A feast where everyone can eat to their heart's content.
If unable to finish, can pack and go.
Even if verbally agreed upon, written in the contract, at the time, how much can be eaten, how much can be taken, still relies on one's own skills!
But, just when everyone was about to be satisfied, the Tyrant spoke again.
"Wait!"
The Tyrant raised a hand, "I still have a question!"
In the sudden silence, as everyone looked over, Ji Jue turned to the Rotten Ape, solemnly asking: "What exactly do you intend to do?"
For a moment, sharp gazes fell upon the Rotten Ape.
Indeed, what about you?
After expending so much effort, what exactly do you want?
Surely not here for good deeds and charity?
"I, merely follow the intentions of Elder Anvil, what is there to seek?"
On the mask of the Rotten Ape, oil paint flows, forming an exaggerated smile, slightly bowing, within the void beneath the black robe, appears a small coin.
A coin of unknown material, shimmering with a dim golden light, while at the center of the coin, an eerie flame relief constantly rises, eternally changing.
On the reverse side of the coin, there is an unmistakable insignia.
A partial overlap of square and triangle, a symbol once appeared in the ruins of the Dust Workshop, the mark of the You Sui Craftsman·Anvil Elder!
In this period where the Anvil Elder rapidly expands and reins over You Sui anew, holding this token, the identity represented can only be one.
You Sui Envoy!