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Chapter 302: Chapter 188: The Li Family’s Trial_3

”The Dark Hall is said to be the most formidable faction of the Foolish Underworld, responsible for handling sinister matters that can’t be brought to light for the organization.”

”However, the Dark Hall operates discreetly, and its members are unknown; we have yet to infiltrate that deep, so naturally, we don’t know the specifics about it.”

”In fact, by the time one reaches the threshold of the Dark Hall, it’s already difficult to blend in.”

”We’ve been undercover in Tianyuan Town for so many years, merely hovering below the rank of a hundred households, for two reasons. First, to stay low-profile and avoid exposure, and second, it’s indeed difficult to infiltrate the ranks above the hundred households.”

”Of course, if you can infiltrate successfully and fortunately climb into the Dark Hall, then this intelligence will surely earn you the rewards of those high-ranking officials above.”

At this point, Che Linfang’s voice lowered.

Following Che Linfang’s gaze, Fang Yu realized that they were already at the exit of the Foolish Underworld.

The door was busily trafficked with people coming and going; it was not convenient to discuss further.

Just minutes before, Fang Yu had left the prison and headed straight to Lord Li Baizhen’s courtyard.

Upon entering the courtyard, he noticed that the people standing there were mostly acquaintances.

Che Linfang, Tang Shan, Hu Shusheng, and even... Kun Shanhai!

All these people had gathered, along with other leaders of ten households and roughly dozens of team members.

Fang Yu could understand why Che Linfang and a few others were there.

They were arranged by Lord Li Baizhen to help.

But what on earth is Kun Shanhai doing here?

Didn’t he just go to negotiate terms with Han Mengyu?

How come he’s been sent back here so quickly?

Since the Third Hall’s issue had already been asked, Fang Yu directly changed the topic.

”What’s with that guy? Couldn’t he strike a deal with Han Mengyu?”

Che Linfang glanced back at Kun Shanhai and then said in a low voice,

”Han Mengyu asked for an astronomical price, one that Kun Shanhai couldn’t afford.”

With just one sentence, Fang Yu roughly understood the situation.

Obviously, Kun Shanhai had intended to use Han Mengyu’s power, either to overthrow Lord Li Baizhen or to establish his own faction, but found himself in an awkward situation due to Han Mengyu’s outrageous demand for money.

Fang Yu chuckled, unconcerned about Kun Shanhai’s situation.

As long as he didn’t bother him.

However, while Fang Yu was ignoring Kun Shanhai, the man seemed as though he had taken gunpowder, very aggressive.

Upon leaving the gates of the Foolish Underworld, he suddenly quickened his pace, moving to the front of the group, as if he were the leader.

He also gave Fang Yu a cold, provocative look.

The nice image he had feigned before was gone.

I still prefer your facade when you’re conning people.

Fang Yu sighed inwardly, not wanting to bother with Kun Shanhai.

Yet, the leaders of ten households who had just followed Kun Shanhai to seek refuge with Han Mengyu started cozying up to Fang Yu.

Perhaps because Che Linfang set an example, they too started to feel eager.

After all, since Kun Shanhai had clearly suffered a setback, if they could not jump ship and leave, it was obvious whom they should flatter if they were to continue staying by Lord Li Baizhen’s side.

”Diao Deyi, this time the task has been entrusted to you by Lord Li Baizhen to lead the team. He’s hinting at you.”

”Hinting at me?”

Fang Yu glanced at the man.

[Yu Chengzhong: 100/100.]

”What do you mean?” Fang Yu asked.

Yu Chengzhong perked up, continuing to say,

”Think about it, investigating Luoli Square is such a juicy assignment.”

”Lord Li Baizhen isn’t leading the team himself but allows you to lead instead. Haven’t you realized it?”

”He’s grooming you. Though your current strength isn’t nearly enough to take over as the next leader of a hundred households and replace Lord Li Baizhen, you are still young. Give it five or six years, and when Lord Li Baizhen steps down, the position is undoubtedly meant to be passed on to you.”

They, the leaders of ten households, had seen the signs.

Kun Shanhai was indeed the closest in strength to Lord Li Baizhen within the team.

But in terms of replacing Lord Li Baizhen and climbing to the position of the hundred households, they had a long way to go.

On the other hand, this new face who seemed least likely, whether in terms of strength, position, or experience—and who was far inferior to Kun Shanhai—was actually the one with the best chance to take over Lord Li Baizhen’s position.

The reasons were simple.

The first reason was the rapid rise of the newcomer Diao Deyi.

From an ordinary team member to a leader of ten households, it took just about ten to twenty days, right?

Do note, it took them years to climb to their current position of ten households.

The second reason was Lord Li Baizhen’s favoritism.

From various signs, it wasn’t hard to see that Lord Li Baizhen had special care for Diao Deyi.

Although they encountered dangers in several missions, it precisely showed that the important tasks were all assigned to Diao Deyi.

Otherwise, why wasn’t Kun Shanhai sent to the Peony Workshop for the mission?

In terms of strength, Kun Shanhai was certainly superior to Diao Deyi.

In terms of seniority, Kun Shanhai had followed Lord Li Baizhen for many years.

By all accounts, Kun Shanhai was more suitable for such dangerous missions that could earn considerable achievements.

Yet in the end, it was Diao Deyi who emerged as the top candidate.

Isn’t that favoritism?

Where there are people, there are struggles of the world.

When it’s time to take sides, you must decide without hesitation.

Kun Shanhai has already bet on the wrong side; you can’t make the wrong choice again!

These leaders of ten households were all revolving around Fang Yu, flattering him until he was nearly floating on air.

Seeing this, Che Linfang beside him rolled her eyes.

You better be pretending; can’t handle a bit of praise?