vstars Chapter 119 Survival of the Fittest
Chapter 119 Survival of the Fittest
Inside the council chamber!
Standing next to Mo Yu was a middle-aged man who looked to be around forty years old. He was rather thin and not particularly tall, but his face bore a striking resemblance to Zhong Da.
Compared to Xiang Zhongda, he appeared much more profound and reserved, with a pair of eyes that gleamed with a shrewd and sinister light.
Zhongming raised his head and looked ahead.
The man leaned casually against the rosewood chair, his long legs crossed, one hand supporting his chin.
That's truly elegant and unrestrained!
He was clearly surrounded by a cool, ethereal aura, as pure as the moon, and his handsome appearance was beyond compare.
The moment Ke Zhongming saw him, he felt a chill run down his spine and an inexplicable coldness arose within him.
He dared not be negligent and quickly bowed, saying, "Zhongming greets the Azure Emperor."
"Clan Chief Zhongming, you're too kind. You've come from afar. Please have a seat."
Zhong Ming was startled by the word "clan chief" from the other party's mouth, and his body stiffened slightly.
Everyone knows that the current chieftain of the Li tribe is Zhong Li, and he has never concealed his ambitions and aspirations. However, until he ascends to that position, no matter how much he desires it in his heart, he dares not claim to be the chieftain in public.
Zhong Ming couldn't understand why Si Hanye addressed him that way. Of course, he was not foolish enough to think that it was flattery.
In the short span of a breath, Zhongming's mind was racing, but he didn't reveal a single thought on his face.
Could it be that this sir also supports me?
But if we want his help, what reward does he want in return?
Zhongming also knew that once Zhongda was captured, their secret with the Demon Sect would inevitably be exposed.
As the older brother, I know my younger brother's personality perfectly well.
However, Zhongming was, after all, the leader of the Li tribe, ambitious and knowledgeable.
Having weathered countless storms, he only panicked for a moment under the immense, invisible pressure from the man before regaining his composure and returning to his usual calm and profound self.
He couldn't fathom the thoughts of the person before him, nor did he dare to speculate.
He decided to cut to the chase and said directly, "The Azure Emperor sent Steward Mo Yu to summon me, so he must already know why I'm here. In that case, I won't say any more."
Zhong Ming paused slightly, then continued, "To be honest, we did inflict considerable damage on your sect during the battle for the immortal herbs. But 'survival of the fittest' applies. The struggle for resources between different forces is inherently cruel and bloody!"
"The Azure Emperor should know more about these things than I do."
At this point, Zhong Mingwei emphasized, “I have come to your esteemed sect today not to make a request, but to earnestly conduct a transaction. If you are kind enough to release my brother Zhongda, then 20% of the mining rights to Mingshan Mine will be yours.”
As Zhongming spoke, he took out a pre-prepared contract from his pocket and gently placed it on the table.
"I don't need to elaborate on how precious the mineral resources of Mingshan are. Even the Demon Sect is extremely covetous of this mine. Lord Qingdi, you won't lose out in this deal."
Zhong Ming spoke slowly and deliberately, glancing at the man opposite him who remained calm and composed.
Listening to the other party's account, Si Hanye raised an eyebrow with amusement. He spoke so earnestly and sincerely, as if not agreeing would make him an idiot who didn't know how to fight for his interests.
Si Hanye parted his thin lips slightly, his tone leisurely, "Clan Chief Zhongming has spoken eloquently about so many benefits, but what if... I don't agree?"
Zhong Ming, who had been confident of victory, was suddenly speechless, and even Mo Yu, who was standing to the side, was somewhat stunned.
Indeed, it's clear to everyone that this deal maximizes the interests of the Demon Alliance from any angle of analysis and consideration.
Zhongda has already revealed all the secrets, and at this point, he has lost his value to the Demon Alliance.
Exchanging him for the development rights to an incredibly valuable mineral vein would be a 100% profitable deal for the Demon Alliance.
At least in Zhong Ming's view, this was a foregone conclusion, but he just couldn't understand why Si Hanye would refuse the deal.
If he truly has no other desires and only wants to kill Zhongda to avenge the dead members of the Demon Alliance, then Zhongming has nothing to say.
But Zhongming is more inclined to believe that the dignified leader of the Demon Alliance would never act impulsively or be swayed by personal emotions, thereby abandoning the overall vision of the Demon Alliance's future direction and development.
Moreover, if the other side truly intended to kill Zhongda, they would have done so long ago, so why wait until today?
She would never intentionally leak information so that she could find out that her younger brother was still alive.
Thinking of this, Zhongming couldn't help but take a deep breath, but his expression remained calm and profound.
He suddenly stood up again, bowed respectfully, and asked in a sincere tone, "What must I do to make the Azure Emperor spare my brother?"
Si Hanye half-closed his eyes, casually shifting his position, propping his long legs up and placing them lightly on the rosewood chair. The lines of his hands resting on his lap were smooth and distinct, with clearly visible knuckles.
"Clan Chief Zhongming, there's no need for that. Please sit down and let's talk!"
His voice was clear and slightly deep, but you couldn't detect a trace of emotion in it.
With a light tap of his long fingers on the table, Mo Yu immediately understood.
Shortly afterward, the doors to the council chamber opened. Zhongda was escorted in by guards.
Although he has not been subjected to inhuman torture over the past two months, the long period of imprisonment and the enormous mental pressure have been significant.
It made him look haggard and listless.
Zhongda had no idea why the people from the Demon Alliance had suddenly called him out. All the way there, he was on tenterhooks, wildly guessing what might happen.
Upon suddenly seeing that familiar figure, Zhongda trembled and was so excited that he almost lost his footing.
He couldn't help but burst into tears.
She exclaimed in surprise, "Brother!"
The moment the door was opened, Zhongming instinctively turned around to look. After confirming that his younger brother was unharmed, he was completely relieved.
He nodded slightly to Zhongda and then turned back around.
Although Zhongming was also somewhat excited, this was not a good time to reminisce! After all, that person had not yet agreed to the deal he proposed.
Zhongda hurriedly approached his older brother's side, and just as he was about to speak, he suddenly saw a slender figure opposite him.
His face turned even paler in an instant, and the surging excitement in his heart was completely overwhelmed by intense fear.
The scenes that had unfolded in the Demon Forest flooded his mind. He was so frightened that he quickly lowered his head and looked away, not daring to look at the other person again, for fear of having any further contact with them.
Si Hanye glanced at the other person, a faint, cold smile playing on his lips. "Mr. Zhongda, it's been a long time. How have you been staying with me these past two months?"
Upon hearing this, Zhongda trembled even more violently. He was practically on the verge of kneeling before the other party!
Seeing this, Zhongming's expression became solemn and uncertain, which made Zhongda so fearful.
Just how unfathomable are this person's methods...?