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Han Fan's thoughts were as intricate and complex as his name, leading to his analyses being remarkably accurate and deeply resonant.
Shi Yushu left Han Fan and immediately called Bi Shengkai. As Han Fan had predicted, Pizza Hut was no longer the calm entity it once was; it had indeed promised Shi Yushu to march south and would soon arrive in Feng Cheng.
Feng Cheng was also an ancient city with a long history. In ancient Huaguo, there was a renowned official known for his fair and strict judgments, who had once flourished here.
Pizza Hut led a large army southward while leaving Yu Jianyuan at the edge of the grasslands to continue dealing with Situ Yu.
The so-called dealings or confrontations were merely actions taken out of necessity. Yu Jianyuan, recalling old feelings, found it difficult to take action against Situ Yu, or more precisely, Jufeng. Moreover, Situ Yu's sister was still in Hua Gang's hands. As long as Flower Snow Moon and Politeness remained shackled, he could only share drinks with Yu Jianyuan day after day.
Indeed, they were sharing drinks. Although Giant Wolf Gang and Hua Gang should have been embroiled in fierce conflict in the eyes of the world, both armies had already taken their positions, and renowned generals were donned in armor. Yet, in a corner unnoticed by the public, they set up a table with two bamboo chairs and a pot of wine, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the vast grasslands.
In an inconspicuous restaurant in a town at the edge of the grasslands, Yu Jianyuan and Situ Yu sat in a corner. The table they occupied was worn down at the corners, its surface marred by countless scratches. On it lay four dishes—both meat and vegetables—simple yet delicious. Each had a large white porcelain bowl of beer in front of them, while a box under the table was nearly filled with empty beer bottles.
Yu Jianyuan raised his head and drained his bowl of beer, then let out a sound of pure enjoyment, his face glowing with delight.
Situ Yu casually picked at some vegetables or meat chunks while listening to Yu Jianyuan's unrefined sounds and couldn't help but chuckle.
"I never noticed before that you could drink this much. Such capacity truly impresses me!"
Situ Yu's teasing did not embarrass Yu Jianyuan in the slightest; instead, he laughed heartily. Looking at the strikingly handsome young man across from him, he retorted, "This is nothing compared to you! Who else would refuse wine like it's poison? If Wu Li were here, even if I offered him double my share, he'd still turn it down."
At this mention, Situ Yu paused and looked up at Yu Jianyuan. It was only then that Yu Jianyuan realized he had brought up a painful topic that should have been avoided in such circumstances.
Wu Li had been expelled from Hua Gang by Pizza Hut and was now lost somewhere unknown. Yu Jianyuan shared a deep bond with him and knew that even after leaving Hua Gang, Wu Li could still live life to the fullest. However, it was inevitable that on some moonlit night, just like Yu Jianyuan now, he would unconsciously think of old friends while singing and drinking to excess.
Yu Jianyuan shook his head with a self-deprecating smile and murmured, "Looks like I've drunk too much. Sigh, I can't hold my liquor; I really can't."
Situ Yu gazed at Yu Jianyuan, who should have been a figure of valor on the battlefield, feeling inexplicably sad inside. The emergence of Pizza Hut had caused the proud members of Hua Gang to either perish or leave or fall into despair. Despite having faced significant setbacks before without losing his spirit or resolve, looking at him now revealed none of that former bravado!
In the past, Yu Jianyuan would never get drunk, nor would he feel a strange sorrow deep within after a hearty laugh. He would not shed tears while gazing at the moonlight.
These were the things Tang Haoran had told Situ Yu. Now, in Hua Gang, only these two old men were still struggling to hold on. Even Chen Lao had laid down his armor and returned to the fields, having seen through the world's desolation.
Unwilling to see Yu Jianyuan like this, Situ Yu decided to change the subject.
"What do you think about Pizza Hut moving south? What strategies does Jufeng have? The Unification Alliance hasn't finished consolidating yet, but Pizza Hut is no longer willing to wait and see. This poses a challenge for the hurricane."
Yu Jianyuan pulled himself out of his melancholic thoughts and fell into contemplation upon hearing Situ Yu's question. After a moment, he replied.
"From what I know about Jufeng, he is the kind of person who becomes more motivated under pressure. The reason why his Brothers have always allowed the hurricane to run free is to hone his abilities so that everyone can stand on their own. This hurricane is actually indestructible; at least against the domestic forces, even if we include the Elder Council of Pizza Hut, it would be difficult to defeat him in a short time."
"So, the real decisive battle will have to be postponed for a few months. Pizza Hut is too old or perhaps too set in its ways. They won't underestimate Jufeng; in fact, they will pay special attention to him. However, they won't regard the global landscape with the same seriousness. On the other hand, Jufeng's gaze never lingers in one place for too long. Where has he been for the past half month? The situation between Blazing Axe and Yamamoto Clan—could all of this really just be coincidence?"
"The answer is something we have time to verify. Poor Hua Gang; perhaps its history will come to an end at Jufeng's hands."
"And we are fortunate enough to be witnesses—doesn't that make us proud? Hahaha..."
Yu Jianyuan laughed heartily, his voice unrestrained, drawing glances from other patrons in the restaurant.
Situ Yu picked up and put down his wooden chopsticks repeatedly, unsure where they should finally rest.
...
Pizza Hut's advance south triggered a series of chain reactions, starting with the contraction and relocation of the United Heart Association's front lines due to the increasing troop deployments by the Unification Alliance, which intensified pressure in the northwest.
Next came the response to the hurricane. Although Feng Cheng was far from Suzhou, Pizza Hut had already dispersed its forces to several cities surrounding Feng Cheng, creating a semi-encirclement of Suzhou and the coastline.
The Dragon Hall remained in Washing City, holding firm at its northeastern base. However, due to the intervention of Blazing Axe, one of their teams stationed at Jisheng not only expelled Hua Gang but also assisted the hurricane in maintaining its stronghold.
Of course, Blazing Axe was not solely focused on aiding the hurricane; their conflict with the Yamamoto Clan allowed them to keep their supply lines relatively short, achieving two objectives at once.
Thus, Dragon Hall also sent part of its forces to the southeastern coast. Along with the previous Purple Jade Hall and Underworld, the hurricane was nearly exhausting its resources. Pizza Hut aimed to encircle the hurricane, but the hurricane extended its front line from Suzhou to Shandong Province, spreading a vast net that interconnected them, making it impossible for Pizza Hut to muster enough troops for a complete encirclement.
After a week of chaotic arrangements, it turned into a standoff between Hua Gang in the inland and the hurricane by the sea. Meanwhile, the United Heart Association faced off against the nearly integrated Unification Alliance.
In such a large-scale battlefield, no one dared to act recklessly. Everyone held their breath and moved cautiously, for even a single misplaced horseshoe could ruin the entire battlefield.
At this moment, Jufeng still had not returned to the hurricane; he had merely made an appearance before disappearing without a trace.
Hecheng, the provincial capital, was exceptionally developed and prosperous. Previously, it had been the territory of the United Heart Association, but now it was a mixed bag where every faction had some presence, resulting in no clear allegiance.
In a remote area on the outskirts of the city, a bustling night market had come alive as darkness fell. The sounds of people filled the air as the vibrant nightlife of the city revealed its fangs.
Dressed casually, Jufeng sat beside a barbecue stall. After entering this chaotic territory, he had become more subdued; his once humorous Xavier-style attire was now lost somewhere in a landfill under sunlight or soil.
Next to him was Ikeda Masahiro, who had come to Huaguo to enjoy its scenery and culture. Unlike before, she had tied her long hair back and swapped her dress for jeans and a light shirt.
"I really regret letting you be my tour guide. Just look at where you've brought me; I haven't seen any essence of Huaguo at all."
After a week of urban changes and personal transitions, Mu Zhongde and Zhao Yani's sorrow had faded into memory. Several years later, if Ikeda Masahiro were to recall this matter, she might still feel a pang of nostalgia; however, it would ultimately just be a fleeting thread among countless memories that couldn't be woven into daily life.
Her mood had improved slightly, so Ikeda Masahiro expressed her dissatisfaction to Jufeng. Even more infuriating was that since entering Huaguo, Jufeng had insisted that Ikeda Masahiro play the role of his girlfriend. He would parade around with her on his arm without uttering a word of gratitude—truly a selfish person.
However, despite Ikeda Masahiro's strong dislike for Jufeng, she felt no resistance at all towards the idea of having a girlfriend; in fact, deep down, she was quite pleased. Perhaps she didn't even realize it herself.
Jufeng picked up a piece of grilled vegetable and said, shaking his head, "You might not know this, but if you want to understand a country's culture, the best place to go is the alleys and lanes where ordinary people live. That is the most authentic culture, unwrapped and genuine."
Ikeda Masahiro pouted her lips, wearing an expression that clearly said she found his reasoning hard to believe.
As the two were talking, a sudden and intense argument erupted from a nearby stall.
Normally, Jufeng wouldn't pay much attention to such things, but inexplicably, the commotion drew an incredibly enticing energy that caught his interest.
It made Jufeng feel restless and eager, as if he simply had to go see what was happening.
(To be continued)
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