Chapter 174 Brotherhood Arrangement
However, Ximen Tianyu only claimed that these people died from the backlash of the formation. As for the existence of Jin Chenxi, he chose to keep it secret for the time being to avoid causing unnecessary panic and chaos.
Shi Feiyang's face suddenly changed when he heard this, but he quickly regained his composure. He knew that in this chaotic world, life and death were determined by fate. Although the sacrifice of his brothers was heartbreaking, the mission still needed to continue.
"Come with me to report the situation to the president first."
Both sides were silent for a moment, and Shi Feiyang spoke first.
Ximen Tianyu nodded and followed Shi Feiyang's footsteps, but his heart was filled with mixed emotions. Jin Chenxi's appearance not only threatened their safety, but also had an immeasurable impact on the entire demon world and even the human world.
Walking into the meeting room of the Navoli Brotherhood, the branch president Li Jin was sitting in the middle chair, frowning, as if thinking about something important. Seeing Ximen Tianyu and Shi Feiyang coming in, he raised his head slightly, with a hint of inquiry in his eyes.
"How's it going?"
Li Jin's voice was slightly low because he had already noticed something was wrong from the expressions of the two people.
Ximen Tianyu took a deep breath and recounted what had happened before, including how he designed a trick to lure away the Taoist Alliance guards and then sneak into the entrance of the ruins. The other brothers all died in the backlash of the formation.
Ximen Tianyu knew that what he said might arouse suspicion, but he could not fully trust the Navoli Brotherhood yet, so he insisted on hiding the information related to Jin Chenxi.
After listening to Ximen Tianyu's report, Li Jin's face became solemn. After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke: "Tianyu, although your decision is risky, it also reflects your courage and wisdom. You can't be blamed for the sacrifice of your brothers. However, the mission has not been completed yet, and we can't stand still because of this."
He stood up, walked to Ximen Tianyu, patted him on the shoulder, and continued: "Next, we need to act more cautiously. Even if the Dao Alliance sent heavy troops and formations to protect that thing, we will do everything we can to find a solution."
"President, Tianyu, I have a suggestion."
Shi Feiyang suddenly spoke up, breaking the silence in the room, "We can try to dismantle the Dao League's defenses from within. I understand that the Dao League is not a monolithic entity, and some members disagree with the decisions of the top leaders, and may even be willing to provide us with intelligence or help."
Ximen Tianyu's eyes lit up when he heard this. He looked at Shi Feiyang, secretly admiring his sharpness and insight. Indeed, if they could infiltrate the Dao League, their actions would be twice as effective with half the effort.
"This proposal is very valuable, but it is not easy to implement." Li Jin pondered, "We need a reliable informant, and we must ensure the safety of this line and not expose our plan."
"I already have a candidate." Shi Feiyang smiled confidently, "He is a secret agent I planted when I was on a mission many years ago, and he is now a mid-level cadre in the Dao League.
"Oh? Is this person reliable?" Li Jin frowned slightly, obviously taking this issue very seriously.
"Absolutely reliable." Shi Feiyang answered decisively, "I have contacted him secretly, and he clearly expressed his willingness to provide us with intelligence and promised to do his best to assist us."
"The existence of this secret line is undoubtedly a powerful weapon for us to break through the defense line of the Dao Alliance. But we must act with caution. Any leakage may destroy years of planning."
There was a hint of caution in Li Jin's voice, but there was a gleam of determination in his eyes.
"Don't worry, President. I will contact him personally to make sure everything goes well." Shi Feiyang volunteered. His eyes were firm and calm, as if he had made all the necessary preparations for the next action.
"In addition, we need more information about the 'thing' in the ruins." Li Jin changed the subject and led the topic to another key point, "Tianyu, since you are able to get close to the entrance of the ruins, have you found any abnormal signs or clues?" Ximen Tianyu pondered for a moment, recalling what he saw and heard at the entrance of the ruins.
"By the way, the formation at the entrance of the ruins should not have been set up by the Dao League. According to the two guards, many people from the Dao League died in their attempt to unlock the formation, but they were all suppressed by them."
Ximen Tianyu thought for a moment and finally spoke.
"So even the Dao League hasn't seen that thing yet?"
"If even the Dao Alliance fails to fully grasp the secrets of the ruins, then our mission will become even more complicated."
Li Jin's brows furrowed even more tightly. He folded his hands over his chest and paced slowly, as if he was weighing something.
"President, news just came from the headquarters that the Dao League has recently transferred a large number of elite forces to support us. Now it seems that they may be here to break this formation."
Shi Feiyang suddenly realized something and quickly added.
"In this case, we must contact the secret agent as soon as possible and obtain more information about the ruins from him. Otherwise, when the Dao Alliance arrives here, the operation may become more difficult."
Li Jin stopped and looked at us with a sharp gaze, having obviously made a decision: "Shi Feiyang, you must leave immediately. Before the reinforcements from the Dao Alliance arrive, you must establish a solid connection with our secret line and obtain as much intelligence as possible from inside the ruins. At the same time, be careful to protect your identity and do not expose our plan."
"Yes, President, I will leave immediately." Shi Feiyang responded and turned to leave, but was stopped by Li Jin again.
"Also, Ximen Tianyu, although you failed to directly contact the core of the ruins, your courage and wisdom have bought us precious time. Next, you will be responsible for continuing to monitor the movements of the Dao Alliance, especially the situation of their reinforcements and their progress in breaking the formation. Any disturbance must be reported to me immediately."
"In addition, I will send a team to assist you. They are good at covert operations and intelligence gathering, and should be able to provide you with considerable help." Li Jin added, and it was obvious that he had made careful arrangements for the next operation.
"Thank you, President."
Ximen Tianyu and Shi Feiyang expressed their gratitude in unison and were about to leave the meeting room.
"Feiyang, please stay for a moment."
Li Jin seemed to suddenly remember something and called out to Shi Feiyang who was about to leave.
Upon seeing this, Ximen Tianyu tactfully retreated and closed the door behind him.
"Fei Yang, how is your investigation going on regarding Ximen Tianyu's identity?"
There was a subtle hint of caution in Li Jin's tone, and his eyes were deep, as if he could see into people's hearts.
(End of this chapter)