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Chapter 89: Silver Prosperity
Ahead, Lian Yun watched as Zhu Yang was filled with shame and anger, shouting once more, "You fools! You just killed their brothers and sisters; do you think they will let you go?"
Ahhhhhh~~~
Several people felt despair and scattered in panic, but behind them were about ten Spirits following closely. If it weren't for their Ghost Slaves, they would likely be doomed.
"Those who believe shall live; those who do not shall die!" the leader of the opposing team coldly declared.
This declaration deflated the spirits of the dozens who had hoped to fight back desperately, yet about ten still chose to attack.
However, these reckless individuals were almost instantly eliminated by the hundred or so opponents.
At this moment, Lian Yun had closed half the distance to Zhu Yang and would soon catch up. Yet he suddenly veered off course, facing the direction of another team's captain.
"Friends, what are you doing?"
"Stand aside, or face death without mercy!" Lian Yun said coldly for the second time, but this time there was less killing intent, which made the others understand his intentions.
Once they grasped this, their fear intensified, as it meant that the Evil Spirit Tide mentioned by their team was no mere lie.
"Everyone, make way for them! Fall back and follow me!" The opposing leader steeled himself and quickly organized a few trusted members to gather their team members before they all rushed toward the edge of Fengdu, completely disregarding the 'dozens of cannon fodder' they had just acquired.
As the opposing team voluntarily made way, the Lian Yun Team swiftly moved through their ranks. At that moment, a somewhat handsome man from the opposing side approached alone and sincerely said, "I am Silver Prosperity. If what you say is true, we will soon encounter many teams. May we travel together?"
Although he deliberately glanced at Lian Yun at the front, he did not focus on any one person while speaking. It seemed as if he was addressing the entire Lian Yun team or perhaps specifically addressing their captain.
This was a diplomatic maneuver; while it might appear slightly insincere, it avoided any awkwardness that could arise from mistaking someone for another.
After all, mistaking someone for another was equivalent to underestimating the leader of the Lian Yun team.
"Mm!"
It was Murong Ying who responded, which surprised Silver Prosperity a bit. However, seeing that the other Ten People had no objections, he felt a surge of joy. He then waved his hand behind him and silently followed alongside the Lian Yun team.
Soon, they heard someone shout loudly, "You are just following Zhu Yang's orders. If you join our team and atone for your sins in the future, you will have the chance to become a formal member of our group."
"If you don't want to join us, we won't care about your lives, but you'd better not come too close; otherwise..."
"I-I-I~~ please take me in, Silver Prosperity Group! I didn't kill anyone; I didn't kill anyone!"
"Can I really become a formal member? As long as you don't kill me, I'm willing to atone. I'll do anything."
"I'm willing to atone too! Just please don't treat me like an animal!"
...
Among the Ten People behind them, about twenty spread out in all directions, but still around ten were 'relentlessly pursuing' them. Listening to the voices that continued to echo, most of them were from those who had previously killed members of the Silver Prosperity Group.
Zhou Tong glanced back and then looked at Murong Ying before switching places with her, turning his attention to Silver Prosperity who was a bit farther away.
Silver Prosperity smiled modestly and then sincerely nodded at Zhou Tong.
The members of Zhu Yang's team had killed members of the Silver Prosperity Group; that was almost a matter of life and death. Moreover, being able to kill in a large-scale battle and survive meant that those killers possessed extraordinary strength.
Yet they chose not to leave and join other teams; instead, they preferred to endure endless suffering and become cannon fodder just to join the Silver Prosperity Group. This indicated that the reputation of the Silver Prosperity Group was exceptionally good.
With Murong Ying's consent, and in a moment of desperation from Zhu Yang, it became clear that the members of the Silver Prosperity Group were like brothers and sisters. This meant that the reputation of the Silver Prosperity Group was genuinely good, not just a facade.
To have such high popularity in Fengdu, Zhou Tong realized that Silver Prosperity must possess remarkable skills.
At the very least, Silver Prosperity was either a person of loyalty or one who kept his word.
For someone like Zhou Tong, such individuals were the easiest to calculate and strategize against. Thus, Zhou Tong fell into deep thought, plotting his next move.
However, under Zhou Tong's penetrating gaze, Silver Prosperity felt a chill run down his spine. Instinctively, he knew he should not associate with Zhou Tong.
Yet, with eleven powerful individuals on his team, although they were not weak themselves, they would inevitably encounter many people from Fengdu at the edges. Having more strength naturally meant better chances of survival.
So, Silver Prosperity could only offer Zhou Tong an awkward smile before falling silent or pretending not to notice him, focusing solely on moving forward.
"The road ahead is long; I wonder how Captain Silver Prosperity built such a vast reputation in Fengdu?"
"Hey! Your teammate up ahead seems to be on the move."
At that moment, Lian Yun was swallowing a nutritional tablet.
The Evil Spirit Tide had arrived at some point behind them. Regardless of the situation, maintaining peak combat readiness was the best choice. Clearly, Silver Prosperity was trying to change the subject.
Just as Zhou Tong was about to make a sarcastic remark, he heard Chen Tao shout, "Danger ahead!"
Lian Yun immediately turned around, and Silver Prosperity waved his hand without hesitation.
Originally, Lian Yun's team was positioned in the middle of the Silver Prosperity Group, effectively splitting the entire team in two. At this moment of turning, it would have been best for them to remain still and then merge with the other half. However, Silver Prosperity's actions caused the entire team to shift together.
In this situation, there are likely two scenarios: one is that the Silver Prosperity Group has surrounded Lian Yun's team, implying a threat; the other possibility is that they are providing protection.
However, the first scenario is nearly impossible. For one, Silver Prosperity is not far from Lian Yun, and he had just seen Lian Yun's speed, which means they are within striking distance.
Secondly, the entire Lian Yun team is formidable; none of them can be considered the weakest among the Silver Prosperity Group. If a conflict were to arise between Silver Prosperity and the Lian Yun Team, Silver Prosperity would likely suffer heavy casualties before determining the outcome.
Since their arrival, Lian Yun and his eleven companions have not released a single Spirit.
Thus, from the very beginning, Silver Prosperity's intentions have been quite sincere.
This is a diplomatic maneuver as well as a display of intelligence.
Zhou Tong did not mind collaborating with intelligent individuals, but his expression remained cold and his gaze shadowed. The presence of danger ahead almost indicated that a large team was lying in ambush.
However, upon reflection, he realized this was a matter for the Silver Prosperity Group, which caused his expression to calm down somewhat.
Bang~~ Bang~~ Bang~~~
Between the rows of low buildings ahead, several bursts of fire erupted, and sporadic gunfire halted everyone's steps.
(End of Chapter)
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