“I've heard that they're already relocating civilians at the border. What that means should be obvious to everyone.”
“Tsk, tsk. Relocating civilians is a massive undertaking that’s a drain on both the people and the treasury. If they weren't really planning to go to war, they definitely wouldn't do something like that.”
“So you're saying it won't be long before we go to war with Great Qi?”
“No, no, no. I think Great Qi will declare war on us first, and then we’ll be forced to retaliate.”
“Sigh, what can war really bring to the people anyway?”
All sorts of voices could be heard as everyone discussed the situation to their heart's content. This was an old tradition at Huangshan University.
Never mind the students; even the teachers would voice their opinions when major events occurred, subsequently taking sides and debating passionately.
“Don't get all sentimental and gloomy here. The enemy is practically at our doorstep. Are we supposed to move them with love?”
“Exactly! For a country like Great Qi, we should conquer them and expand our territory!”
“Well said!”
Yin Yang soon sold out of his grilled sausages and decisively packed up his stall to head back.
The students behind him were still talking, attracting quite a few influencers who were filming them.
Seeing the cameras made these young people even more excited, and their voices grew a few decibels louder.
“War isn't a dinner party. Logistics, supplies, and coordination—every single aspect requires meticulous planning. That's why I don't think a fight will break out in the short term. It'll take a year at the earliest!”
“Wrong! Speed is the soul of war. I think the outcome will be decided within three months.”
“I also believe that the element of surprise is key. War will definitely come very quickly.”
“I heard before that Great Qi has researched many high-tech weapons with terrifying lethality. If war breaks out, it might not be a good thing for our Great Wei.”
“If Great Qi has high-tech, doesn't our Great Wei have it too?”
“Besides, for a country of our size, the final showdown still depends on high-sequence transcendents!”
Hearing this, many people around nodded in agreement, feeling that his words made sense.
“The pathways Great Qi follows are different from ours. Our Great Wei has the most people on the Axeman pathway, while they have the most on the Martial Artist and Farmer pathways.”
“Yes, and they also have many high-end Artisan pathways.”
“In terms of equipment lineups and supplies alone, Great Qi has the upper hand on us.”
“You make it sound like we have no advantages at all! Although Great Qi also has the Scholar pathway, overall, our Great Wei has more high-sequence Scholars!”
“Exactly. Moreover, our Great Wei's Axeman pathway is naturally suited for the battlefield. If a fight really breaks out, the battlefield will be their home turf!”
“Right!”
The crowd began to analyze the situation, and the vast majority felt that Great Wei was certain to win.
The reason was simple: they were people of Great Wei.
...
Yin Yang rode his bike back to his residence, completely disregarding the news that Lyu Xiaofeng was critically injured and near death.
After all, he was very familiar with such fishing tactics himself.
“Meow~”
Canned Food was crouching at the shop door. Seeing Yin Yang return, it raised its tail and walked over with elegant strides.
Yin Yang opened the rolling shutter and parked the bike. Canned Food skillfully jumped onto it and lay down on the seat cushion, letting out a long yawn.
“Canned Food.”
“Meow?”
“You've slacked off.”
Yin Yang looked at it and said.
“Your spirituality hasn't grown in over ten days. At this rate, when will you break through to Sequence 7?”
“The turning point for the Killer pathway is Sequence 7. The abilities of Sequence 9 and Sequence 8 can only be considered enhancements, but Sequence 7 is where the qualitative change happens.”
“Meow~”
Canned Food's expression became a bit more serious.
Sequence 7 of the Killer pathway, Shadow, allowed one to turn themselves into a shadow, which could greatly enhance both combat and escape capabilities.
“I know you're already very impressive for a cat, but that's not enough.”
“This is just how the world is. You don't want to hurt others, but others want to hurt you.”
“For example, your fur is getting glossier and glossier. Someone might just set their sights on you.”
“You're a Sequence 8, and you have no rivals among ordinary cats, but what if the opponent is a Sequence 7, or even a Sequence 6?”
“Meow~”
Canned Food's expression grew even more serious. Yin Yang lifted his shirt, revealing the terrifying surgical scars on his abdomen.
“Am I not the best example?”
“Meow!”
...
Central City.
“Ha, look at what you're saying. It's my honor to be able to cooperate with your company.”
Xiao Zhe smiled as he shook hands and bid farewell. He then glanced at the driver behind him. The driver understood instantly and walked over carrying a gift bag.
Xiao Zhe took the bag and handed it to the other person.
“This is just a small token of my appreciation. It's nothing expensive, just some local specialties from back home.”
The other person waved his hands repeatedly.
“No, no, President Xiao. I appreciate the sentiment, but we have regulations. We can't accept gifts.”
“Hey! You're not treating me like a friend, are you? It's just some small snacks, nothing extraordinary.”
As he spoke, he stuffed the bag into the man's hands. The man felt a heavy weight in his palm.
“Try them when you get back. It's a family secret recipe!”
Xiao Zhe waved his hand and led the driver out of the company.
Once the two of them were out of sight, the man carried the snack bag back to his office and opened the box.
Inside lay several small pastries. He carefully broke one open, and the glittering gold inside was quite enticing.
“This President Xiao, sigh.”
Xiao Zhe walked out of the building and stretched. The driver behind him asked,
“Boss, are we going straight back to where we're staying?”
“It's broad daylight, why go back?”
“Then where to now?”
“Find a bathhouse.”
“...”
The driver obediently went to get the car while Xiao Zhe let out a sigh.
“Wangduan City is just too small after all. There are too few partnerships I can secure there.”
He looked back at the building, thinking to himself about when he would finally be able to establish a firm foothold in Central City.
When that kid Yin Yang eventually comes back and sees me owning a building like this, it'll scare him to death!
Thinking of this, Xiao Zhe chuckled out loud.
Squeak.
The driver stopped the car in front of Xiao Zhe and asked,
“Boss, what bathhouse were you thinking of that's making you so happy?”
“Shut up!”
Xiao Zhe pulled the car door open and sat inside, telling the driver to start driving.
“Boss, it's not right for us to stay in hotels in Central City every day. Didn't you say before that we'd be in Central City for a long time? Aren't you considering buying a house?”
“Housing prices in Central City are almost as long as your phone number. What are we supposed to buy with?”
“Then how about renting a place?”
“How can renting a place show that we have deep pockets? How would we be able to cooperate with people then?”
“...I just feel a bit bad about the money.”
“Fine, fine. I'm tired. Just find a bathhouse quickly.”
“Got it.”
The driver started the car. As they passed by a hospital, Xiao Zhe was startled to feel the ginkgo leaf hanging on his body starting to heat up slightly.
“Stop the car!”
Squeak!
The driver hurriedly slammed on the brakes.
“What's wrong, Boss?”
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