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Chapter 76: Le Yan's True Nature
To Lian Yun, the piece of claw given by the Humanoid Locust could have allowed Zhou Tong and his companions to establish a base within Fengdu that outsiders would never discover.
They could have expanded without worry.
Lian Yun did not expect that Zhou Tong and the others had not considered this idea. However, this outcome was not due to a lack of intelligence on their part, but rather their excessive shrewdness.
It should be noted that Cloud Emperor City still retained the position of city lord for Lian Yun.
Regardless of whether some factions within Cloud Emperor City genuinely wished to support Lian Yun, the common people always remembered Lian Yun's kindness and the life-saving grace he had once provided.
Moreover, while human hearts can be treacherous, there were also benevolent individuals like Liu Haitao among them.
Thus, when Zhou Tong and his companions expanded their influence in Cloud Emperor City under Lian Yun's name, it not only made recruiting easier but also simplified the testing of loyalty. For instance, assessing whether someone was willing to repay Lian Yun would reveal their loyalty and righteousness.
Therefore, their expansion in Cloud Emperor City was remarkably effortless; they could grow strong without drawing unwanted attention.
With some clever tactics, a force of one hundred thousand members could remain hidden within a city without being noticed by outsiders.
However, Lian Yun believed that Cloud Emperor City had become independent, and its citizens were living peacefully. He had no intention of disturbing Cloud Emperor City.
Yet, Lian Yun did not blame the three for their actions. Although Cloud Emperor City was independent, it lacked any prominent power on the surface.
If the Peerless Demon Master were to set up an Earth Formation that would lead to chaos, then Cloud Emperor City would need to seek a protector.
It was not arrogance on Lian Yun's part; he felt that Cloud Emperor City was where he had grown and where he had met Le Yan. It was also Le Yan's hometown. If Cloud Emperor City faced difficulties, Lian Yun would naturally not stand idly by.
However, despite his desire to protect them, Lian Yun had no intention of ruling over the entire city. Yet with Zhou Tong and his companions' talents, it was clear they were capable of establishing influence elsewhere. Thus, their goal in building power within Cloud Emperor City was not only for ease but also to ensure that Lian Yun could eventually take control of the entire city.
At this point, Lian Yun's opposition was futile.
Could he really abandon the hundred thousand loyal followers?
This left him in a dilemma, and even the gentle and broad-minded Lian Yun couldn't help but think to himself about those three rascals.
After a moment of silence, Lian Yun stood up and stepped past the three men to the door. Without turning back, he said calmly, "Then let us treat them well."
"Lord, you are wise," the three hurriedly replied with bows.
They understood that their actions would not immediately earn Lian Yun's approval, yet they proceeded nonetheless. For if they were to clash, it would not be enough for just one faction; they needed territory.
In the future, whether the noble families within Cloud Emperor City agreed or not, Lian Yun's control over the entire city would be justified by righteousness.
Currently, those in power were also from Cloud Emperor City, which made them akin to family. Controlling the whole city would naturally lead to less resistance. When it came time for battle, the members would fight harder because their homes and families were at stake.
They appointed Liu Lao to lead the combat division because of his relationship with Lian Yun, ensuring that the fifty thousand combatants could confirm that they were following Cloud Emperor Lian Yun.
The three had planned thoroughly.
Moreover, starting from Cloud Emperor City and gradually extending throughout Huaxia, along with the influence of the Ten Thousand People faction expanding nationwide, was a different scenario altogether.
Even if Lian Yun opposed them, it would be ineffective because they had a perfect excuse: establishing a faction in Fengdu meant that if that nail suddenly became useless, all their hard work would turn to ashes, and countless lives would be lost in an instant.
However, seeing that Lian Yun did not oppose them now spared them from wasting their breath; naturally, they would seek to please him.
Upon leaving the secret chamber and returning to the main hall on the first floor, they found dozens of female ghosts looking flustered and distressed.
After all, it had all happened so suddenly.
However, the female ghosts understood Liu Haitao's intentions. They were grateful and had no time to harbor any grievances.
Due to their busy schedules, the female ghosts could only call out "Young Master Yun" from a distance when they saw Lian Yun, without any time to come forward and serve him.
Naturally, Lian Yun did not mind this and instead surveyed the entire Cloud Emperor Palace.
Originally, the Cloud Emperor Palace could be considered a place of indulgence, with a large hall and two or three floors. However, after being placed under Lian Yun's name, it underwent renovations, becoming even grander. The female ghosts no longer displayed overtly seductive appearances; instead, they presented themselves with dignity and solemnity. Even though they were busy to the point of distraction, they did not exude any vulgarity.
Soon, members of the Lin Clan arrived first to help with the arrangements. Grandma also came promptly and took her seat at the head of the table, holding Ling'er in her arms, while Le Yan attended to her side.
Grandma looked around and smiled, saying, "Good girl, listen well; this place is prepared for you by Yun'er."
"Matriarch," Le Yan shyly lowered her head and called out sweetly.
"Do not worry; now that the Cloud Emperor Palace has gained some fame in the capital, I hope Matriarch will not take offense," Liu Haitao said from a distance while bowing respectfully.
"It’s nothing to be concerned about. You are a man of virtue, far superior to some so-called Monarchs. There is no need for such formality," she replied.
"Matriarch overpraises me; Haitao is truly overwhelmed," he said, genuinely startled by Grandma's words. He felt both honored and horrified.
"Haha! Thousands of Monarchs could be easily extinguished by me; however, I do not wish for Uncle Liu to suffer even a single hair on his head. Thus, my grandmother's words are not inappropriate," Lian Yun comforted Liu Haitao with a pat on his back.
Yet Liu Haitao nearly fell to his knees.
Was he truly worth more than thousands of Monarchs?
Such praise was simply too much for him to bear; he felt it could shorten his lifespan.
Liu Haitao could only look at Lian Yun with eyes full of resentment, resembling a sorrowful woman in a secluded chamber.
Lian Yun smiled awkwardly and quickly moved behind Grandma, massaging her back. Then, as if suddenly remembering something, she said apologetically, "Yun'er had a tea called 'Seeking Phoenix' in Yin Yang City, which was quite delightful. I had hoped to bring some for Grandma, but 'Seeking Phoenix' is rare and its source is quite unique."
"Is that the tea from the woman who tried to assault you?" Le Yan teased from the side.
"Oh! So there are discerning people like you, good girl?" Grandma couldn't help but laugh as well.
Lian Yun's face turned awkward, and she fell silent.
After a moment, Lian Yun took Le Yan's hand and said, "Well! She isn't a bad person at heart; she just struggles to control herself due to her constitution. By the way, I met an older sister in Yin Yang City named Meng Yixuan. I should introduce you to her sometime."
"Just an older sister?" Le Yan quipped.
To be honest, Le Yan enjoyed teasing Lian Yun; otherwise, she wouldn't have dressed him up as a girl while he was asleep.
They had been apart for too long before, so their interactions were somewhat reserved. Now that their relationship was clearer and feelings were expressed, Le Yan revealed her true nature and returned to her original self.
(End of Chapter)
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