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Zhang Lao had been dead for a week, yet the news had been kept hidden by Zhang Fusheng and others. The funeral was attended by only a handful of people—just over ten—but among them were some of the most important figures in Huaxia: the Chairman of Huaxia, Zhao Lao, Commander Zhang Fusheng, and this man, who concealed his true strength, Wang Chao, a person whose potential for Huaxia's future was limitless.
"To live a life like Zhang Lao's, even if it were just over a hundred years, is truly fulfilling," Wang Chao thought to himself as he watched Zhang Lao's coffin being lowered into the ground. The atmosphere was solemn, filled only with the sounds of digging and burial. Zhang Fusheng knelt down and earnestly bowed three times. When he stood up, he did not look at Zhang Lao's grave but turned to the others and said, "I don't know when this news will spread, but we must act quickly!"
In terms of military strategy, none present could match Huangfu Yan. The Huangfu Family had produced generations of generals; if they truly faced Huangfu Yan's massive offensive, how would the capital defend itself? This situation loomed over the capital like a sword hanging by a thread. Huangfu Yan aimed to seize control of the world and would need to come to the capital, needing to eliminate the Zhang Family—a fact that required no one to state explicitly.
The intentions of Sima Zhao were known to all; Huangfu Yan would surely not miss this opportunity. For over a hundred years, the Huangfu Family had been suppressed under the Zhang Family; no one wished to remain in second place forever. Along the way, both Zhang Fusheng and Zhao Lao wore serious expressions. Wang Chao discreetly instructed Shen Zhiying and Wu Wan'er to return to Jing City first; from this moment on, the capital was no longer safe. Ironically, due to Zhang Lao's death, Jing City was spared from the devastation of Huangfu Yan's army.
"War always results in countless deaths," Zhang Fusheng suddenly stopped walking and said. "What difference does it make who becomes the number one family? The Huangfu Family may not necessarily treat the common people poorly. Just like in ancient times, as long as one treats the people well, what difference does it make who sits on the throne?"
Zhang Fusheng's words left everyone in silence. He continued, "Why is it that at this moment, humanity cannot unite to fight against zombies? If we could truly do that, how could the chaos have lasted for years while we remain in such a passive state? In terms of military tactics, I am certainly no match for Huangfu Yan."
"When countless lives are lost, should I still persist?" Zhang Fusheng seemed to be asking everyone but also questioning himself.
Emerging from mud yet untainted.
This was the simplest summary of Zhang Lao’s twenty years of integrity regarding Zhang Fusheng. Among the Seven Great Families, there truly was no second Zhang Fusheng. As for Wang Chao, upon learning this news, his first thought was not about the lives of over a hundred thousand ordinary citizens in the capital; this was also Zhang Fusheng's weakness—his sense of chivalry. Wang Chao believed he was unworthy; only Zhang Fusheng could bear such a title.
Wang Chao sighed and said, "You're right; however, I will never hand this world over to those I despise."
Hearing Wang Chao's words, Zhang Fusheng did not turn back but continued walking forward.
A week later.
Far in the northwest, Huangfu Yan learned of a shocking piece of news: Zhang Yunhao was out of options and had met his demise.
Huangfu Yan glanced at the woman who had brought the intelligence, a faint smile appearing on his face as he said, "Is this news true? You must understand how important this is for us. The Huangfu Family's return to the historical stage depends on the information you just provided, which will shape our future strategies!"
The woman nodded and replied, "I was right in front of him when he died, and I personally saw his body being placed in a coffin and buried. There’s no way it could be false!"
"Good! Good! Good!" Huangfu Yan exclaimed, laughing heartily. He repeated the word "good" three times, his laughter echoing outside the house, where soldiers could hear his arrogant mirth. Once he calmed down, Huangfu Yan turned to the woman and said, "Alright, you need to return immediately. Don’t raise any suspicions. If you get exposed, everything could fall apart!"
"Don't worry; they are all busy guarding against your army right now. They have no time to pay attention to me!" The woman raised an eyebrow confidently.
Huangfu Yan nodded and said, "Be cautious. Hurry back, and when you leave, bring Shangguan in!"
The woman nodded and stepped outside.
Moments later, a man entered the room, exuding a Diamond Mid-Tier level of power. Before Huangfu Yan could speak, the man began, "General, we sent five men to search for Wang Chao, but only Viper returned. The others have been killed by Wang Chao's people!"
"Wang Chao! Again it’s Wang Chao!" Huangfu Yan slammed his hand on the table with a loud bang, his anger boiling over as he shouted, "This Wang Chao has taken down so many of my personal guards—eighteen men who fought alongside me through thick and thin. I can’t believe they fell at Wang Chao's hands! Wang Chao, I swear I want to skin you alive, eat your flesh, and drink your blood!"
The man’s expression remained unchanged as he continued, "However, we have discovered that Wang Chao is hiding in Jing City and has established a Safe Zone..."
Huangfu Yan clenched his fists tightly, struggling to suppress his fury before saying, "Let’s put this matter aside for now. Wang Chao will eventually die by our hands. There’s something else I need to tell you: Shangguan, Zhang Yunhao is dead!"
Shangguan was momentarily stunned by the news but quickly gritted his teeth and replied, "I can’t believe that old man died so easily; it’s truly too good for him!"
Huangfu Yan waved his hand and said, "I know you have a grudge against the Zhang Family, but with Zhang Yunhao dead and Zhang Fusheng still alive, the Zhang Family is not finished yet. Ever since that day a century ago when Zhang Yunhao rose to prominence, the power of the Huangfu Family has been gradually suppressed by the Zhang Family. But today marks the moment for the Huangfu Family's resurgence, a full century later!"
After saying this, Huangfu sat down again and solemnly stated, "Shangguan, issue a command: all matters regarding Wang Chao are to be halted immediately. Our primary enemy now is Zhang Fusheng, in the Imperial Capital, where true power resides. Aside from the garrison commander Li Kai, summon all other generals here. We need to deliberate on this matter carefully."
"Understood!" Shangguan replied.
In the Imperial Capital.
"Don't worry, I won't be in any trouble. It's just that this place is about to become a battlefield, and I don't have the extra energy to protect you..." Wang Chao intended to say "you all," but upon seeing Shen Zhiying's dismissive gaze, he swallowed the word back down. He continued, "Just take care of things in Jing City and don't worry about me."
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