Chapter 658: Deciding Fate with Laughter – Chen Changsheng’s Strategy
Somewhere in the Four Directions Continent.
“The girl in the village is named Little Fang, she’s pretty and kind~”
Humming a little tune, the Cowherd lay comfortably on the back of the cow.
Seeing the Cowherd’s relaxed demeanor, the Fraudster couldn’t help but ask, “Since the last battle, you haven’t moved for many days.”
“Both armies are already prepared; what exactly are you waiting for?”
“If you want Xu Yao and the others to cause trouble, isn’t the Four Directions Continent too peaceful right now?”
Hearing this, the Cowherd leisurely replied, “There’s no need to rush in life. Isn’t it better to enjoy the current leisurely time?”
“I thought you would be anxious. The strength of the Four Directions Continent far surpasses the Eight Desolates Nine Domains.”
“Once the war starts, Ziping could be in danger. If you’re not going to act, let me handle it.”
Faced with the Fraudster’s words, the Cowherd sat up on the cow’s back and smiled.
“If you want to act, how do you plan to do it?”
“k*ll the current Realm Lord and leave the Four Directions Continent leaderless. Only then can the Eight Desolates Nine Domains take advantage of the chaos.”
“That’s a good plan,” the Cowherd said, nodding with a smile. “But the casualties would be too great.”
“The previous Realm Lord was tricked and killed by me, so the Four Directions Continent will learn a lesson and guard themselves closely this time.”
“The cost of a strong assault is simply too high. You may want to d*e, but I don’t.”
With this response, the Fraudster stroked his little mustache and said, “On the battlefield, there aren’t that many cases of the weak defeating the strong. Dominating with strength is the kingly way.”
“The Four Directions Continent has strict hierarchy, which is why they are united as one.”
“If you want to use discord to undermine them, it’s probably not very likely.”
“It’s not that it’s impossible; it’s entirely unfeasible.”
The Cowherd readily confirmed the Fraudster’s words and casually remarked, “The four major sects are ultimately one family. No matter how much they quarrel, they will put aside their differences when facing a common enemy.”
“That perspective is something those guys from the Four Directions Continent do have.”
“So I never considered having Xu Yao and the others use discord.”
Upon hearing this, the Fraudster raised an eyebrow and asked, “If you don’t let Xu Yao and the others use discord, why did you bring them here?”
“As bait!”
“I want to use this group of little fellows to lure out the core elements of the Four Directions Continent.”
“Do you know why the traitor from the Eight Desolates Nine Domains was able to escape?”
“I let him out on purpose. I want Xu Yao and the others’ identities to be exposed.”
“Only in this way will the Four Directions Continent go all out to capture them. Once the Four Directions Continent takes action, they will show flaws.”
“And I can take advantage of those flaws to get what I want.”
Looking at the smiling Cowherd, the Fraudster stroked his mustache and said, “They have connections to you; do you really have the heart to send them on such a s*icide mission?”
“I thought I would be reluctant, but this is the battlefield, not a game.”
“There’s a tactic in military strategy called ‘luring the enemy deep.’ The team that acts as the bait is the most dangerous.”
“Whether the battle is won or lost, their mortality rate will be very high.”
“In such matters as being bait, no celestial soldiers or generals can do it, but they must.”
“And what else?”
The Fraudster looked at the Cowherd slyly and said, “If I’m not mistaken, you must be plotting for that item.”
“But that item can only seriously injure the Four Directions Continent; it cannot take their lives.”
“You must have other steps planned, and how can you ensure that Xu Yao and the others’ bait is significant enough?”
Faced with the Fraudster’s questions, the Cowherd clicked his tongue and said, “Plans are ultimately plans; I can’t ensure that they will go smoothly.”
“If the bait is insufficient, then increase the stakes until they are tempted.”
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“Don’t they want to catch my three sons?”
“Then I’ll fulfill their wishes.”
As soon as this was said, the temperature around them started to drop.
“You want to use Ziping as bait!”
“Is there a problem?”
The Cowherd stared directly at the Fraudster, his face showing no signs of emotion.
“Fu Yao, both you and I have come out of the Mountain of Corpses and bl**d Sea; you should understand that flowers in a greenhouse cannot grow into towering trees.”
“Ziping and the others are indeed outstanding, but they have not yet experienced the true Mountain of Corpses and bl**d Sea.”
“To grow, this is a path they must take.”
“And if they fail?”
The Fraudster’s tone became colder.
Seeing this, the Cowherd remained calm.
“Then they d*e!”
“If they can’t even get through this hurdle, how could they face future difficulties? Not to mention you want Ziping to accomplish what you have in mind.”
Receiving this answer, the Fraudster fell silent.
After a long time, he dispelled his murderous intent and said softly, “You are right; true growth can only be achieved by experiencing the Mountain of Corpses and bl**d Sea.”
“Some people may seem outstanding usually, but once faced with true tests, their weaknesses will be exposed.”
“If Ziping can’t even get through this hurdle, he won’t be able to proceed on his path.”
“But there’s something I want to discuss with you.”
“What is it?”
“Regarding the baiting matter, Ziping and the others should not participate.”
“If they want to experience the Mountain of Corpses and bl**d Sea, the realm of Emperor Huangtian is the best place.”
Faced with this request, the Cowherd narrowed his eyes.
“What do you want to do?”
“Nothing much—just let them grow quickly.”
“You used Ziping as an example just to make me help Xu Yao and the others.”
“I can agree to this condition, but you have to send Ziping and the others to Emperor Huangtian’s side.”
“Though the Four Directions Continent is dangerous, it is not yet a true dead end for them.”
“You aren’t afraid, are you?”
After listening, the Cowherd remained silent for a long time.
“Fine, I’ll agree to you. What’s destined will come in due time; let’s take a gamble.”
Seeing that the Cowherd agreed, a smile appeared on the Fraudster’s face.
“Speaking of teaching, you are indeed more skilled.”
“By the way, you haven’t mentioned the other steps.”
“The other steps are simple. I want one of Xu Yao and the others to bear the Heavenly Mandate of the Four Directions Continent.”
“That’s too difficult; the Vermilion Bird Sect’s prospective Realm Lord is already very close to bearing the Heavenly Mandate.”
“Exactly because it’s difficult, that’s why I’m asking for your help; I don’t need you to do anything.”
“That makes sense!”
The two chatted and laughed as they walked towards the Central Zhao, deciding the fates and futures of countless people in their conversations.
…
At the Heavenly Court’s base.
“Ouch, I’m exhausted.”
“That group of old geezers pursued me so closely that I almost didn’t escape.”
Chen Xiang walked into the room and, after that, grabbed the teapot and started drinking frantically.
Seeing this, Ziping, who was handling official business, set down the battle report in his hand and smiled, “Did you see Dad?”
