Apocalypse Gachapon

Chapter 1982: Cannibal Chainʼs choice (2)

For someone who had once been influential, facing such a choice was very painful.

Once, the strength of the Cannibal Chain far surpassed that of Cloud Peak, and Wang Hanranʼs personal ranking was also above Ye Zhongmingʼs.

But at some point, Cloud Peak and Ye Zhongming both seemed to have ridden a rocket, soaring into the sky and leaving the Cannibal Chain far behind.

By the time it was realized, the distance between them had grown so large that it made Wang Hanran despair.

However, Wang Hanran had not been discouraged or disheartened before. He always felt that there was nothing money couldnʼt solve. Perhaps the process would be very long, but eventually, that day would come.

Whether in the apocalypse or before it, Wang Hanran had witnessed the magic of money countless times.

He simply didnʼt believe that with the Cannibal Chainʼs profitability, they couldnʼt surpass Cloud Peak, which was supported by only one person, over time.

Even later, when Cloud Peak built markets, explored secret realms, opened pharmacies, sold delicacies, etc., Wang Hanran still did not lose heart. He had been working hard silently.

If business in the domestic market isnʼt good, then open up foreign markets. If Cloud Peakʼs items were rare, then cooperate with Cloud Peak.

He had no psychological hang-ups about not cooperating with the target he aimed to surpass. Wang Hanran even felt that if he could rely on some of Cloud Peakʼs specialties to surpass Cloud Peak, that would be truly satisfying.
Previously, when Cloud Peak Manor suddenly shot far ahead, rapidly growing stronger in the country zone to the point where country zone rankings became meaningless, Wang Hanran felt somewhat powerless then.

He had even made plans to settle for being a wealthy man.

But Ye Zhongmingʼs sudden departure gave him hope.

Not just him, everyone in the country zone knew that Ye Zhongming was the soul and foundation of Cloud Peak Manor. Once he was lost, Cloud Peak would decline at a visible speed.

At that time, that place would be a piece of fat meat, allowing all other forces in the country zone to eat until their mouths were greasy.

At that time, a secret alliance agreement was in place. Everyone was restless, preparing to move against Cloud Peak at the right time.

Of course, the previous attacks on Cloud Peak had left shadows in everyoneʼs minds, so this kind of alliance was conducted silently in the dark. No one made it explicit; it was all ʼunderstoodʼ.

Unexpectedly, before they could do anything to Cloud Peak, Cloud Peak, temporarily without Ye Zhongming, actually went crazy and started attacking other forces, occupying vast areas.

It wasnʼt that no one resisted, but at that time, everyone discovered that the Cloud Peak they had already highly valued was so strong that everyone had to respect them.

It seemed that any one of their squads could eliminate a major force. In this battle of Cloud Peak versus all of them, they could not actually fight back.

Many forces resisted while simultaneously forming alliances, but were still continuously defeated.

And this was while that supposedly all-eight-star, all-gold-equipped Female Guard hadnʼt even taken action!

And many people believed that, given Cloud Peakʼs nature, they must still have more than one trump card left unplayed.

Many forces privately said that the current Cloud Peak was so powerful it seemed to make others lose their knees.

The surrender of the Thousand Beasts Villa, the Five Ring Money, Leader Mu, and others was like a heavy hammer striking the hearts of other forces.

In terms of wealth, war beasts, and warriors, Cloud Peak had received tremendous supplements. How could such a behemoth be defeated?

Now, as Cloud Peak occupied half the country zone within just a few months, organizations like the Cannibal Chain that had operations throughout the country zone suffered greatly.

Now, they had to make a choice.

Perhaps this choice meant life or destruction.

The future of the Cannibal Chain rested on Wang Hanran.

”Actually, there arenʼt only two choices.”

Wang Hanran suddenly spoke after being silent for a long time, as if he had figured something out. Now he seemed completely at ease.

”Although itʼs the apocalypse now, itʼs actually similar to before the apocalypse in some aspects, such as the right to choose.”

Wang Hanran looked at two of them. ”Some among us have good relations with Cloud Peak.”

Everyone also looked at those two, and they immediately wanted to explain, but Wang Hanran interrupted: ”I know, having you contact Cloud Peak was originally my intention. This matter is not your fault.”

Then, he looked at the Vice President and another person.

”Some, however, dislike Cloud Peak and have long been mobilizing resources and manpower, planning to join the alliance against Cloud Peak.”

”President, I...”

The Vice President wanted to speak, but Wang Hanran didnʼt let him.

”Othersʼ focus isnʼt even on the country; they are fully managing companies abroad. Most of the Cannibal Chainʼs recent income has been provided by you.”

The remaining two were originally the heads of the foreign regions. They had performed excellently, opening channels in several directions outside the country zone, and their business abroad was thriving.

Their attitude was now also the calmest. They judged that Cloud Peakʼs strength and military power would at most be sufficient to occupy the country zone and then have no spare capacity. The Cannibal Chainʼs business points on the periphery would not be affected.

”You see, everyone has actually made their own choices, havenʼt they?”

This person, who had presided over the Cannibal Chain for almost eight years, stood up and looked outside.

”Thank you all for your companionship along the way. In such a critical situation, you had no complaints about me concentrating resources to reach nine-star. I, Wang Hanran, could have today thanks to your support.”

The aura around Wang Hanran continued to intensify. The others could no longer look directly at him; the gap between eight-star and nine-star was still too large.

”You three groups, each take one-third of the organizationʼs total riches. Those who want to go abroad should go and develop abroad. Those who want to join the resistance alliance, go too. That money and your people are enough to make you valued there. As for those leaning towards Cloud Peak, that money will be your letter of endorsement.”

”Boss!”

Hearing Wang Hanran say this, everyone stood up in shock and horror, somewhat unable to understand what Wang Hanran intended to do.

”Itʼs time to go our separate ways. Itʼs settled. If you still consider me your boss, this is the last order.”

After speaking, Wang Hanran looked at the two who had always had good relations with Cloud Peak Manor.

”Come with me, weʼll go to Cloud Peak.”

Under the gaze of the others, the three left together.

”The boss... is surrendering to Cloud Peak?” The Vice President closed his eyes in pain. If so, they would eventually become enemies.

The others fell into silence, staring blankly at the place where Wang Hanran had disappeared... The boss had also made his own choice.

Hadnʼt he?