Fu Lao's words affected the entire political will. Those high officials who had close ties with the Five Families were frightened into silence, severing all contact with them, even the most basic communication.

Inside the Zheng Family, the sound of mourning was profound.

"Patriarch, he died from a sudden collapse, what a laugh." Those concerned about Zheng Guodong's fate, and clamoring for revenge, sighed like this. They've lost all supporters; losing the backing of political powers marks their utter downfall.

Even within the Zheng Family, those who didn't care about Zheng Guodong felt sad. After all, they were part of the same family. Honestly, Zheng Guodong, despite dominating the family, contributed greatly to it. They understood the circumstances around his death but were helpless against the tide. They could only follow the situation and secure satisfactory benefits.

"Zheng Guodong died appropriately; he only has himself to blame for provoking those he shouldn't have." They murmured, expressing deep sympathy for Zheng Guodong's fate. Still, when the opportunity for the Zheng Family's resurgence arose, they genuinely didn't care much.

The members of the Zheng Family publicly announced Zheng Guodong's sudden demise, and the media reported it meticulously.

"One of the Northwest Business Community's magnates, a leader of the Five Families, Zheng Guodong, passed away last night. Reliable sources indicate Zheng Guodong was tirelessly handling business matters before his death. As a prominent business tycoon, he dedicated himself tirelessly to the development of the business sector, leaving behind invaluable spiritual wealth through his unfortunate demise."

"Reflecting on Zheng Guodong's sudden death due to overwork teaches us a lesson. Even someone like him with immense power, a figure of great stature, continued to dedicate himself for the future of the business sector. Young people and other business elites should learn from him, striving diligently as the path to survival."

"Even Zheng Guodong worked himself to death, what right do we have to be lazy?"

"Though Zheng Guodong has passed, the precious spiritual wealth he left remains alive in everyone's hearts, worthy of imitation by all business geniuses and elites."

The media's commentary was moderate, but sensationalized in its coverage.

They didn't know what actually happened, but the insightful sensed a peculiar air.

They didn't dare speak the truth, instead following instructions from above, slightly polishing the script into news.

The public was indifferent; apart from having some discussion over meals, few truly cared about Zheng Guodong's life or death.

"Zheng Guodong left us nothing but a farce of so-called wealth. He was a parasite in the business sector, a cunning merchant who'd do anything for profit, leaving spiritual wealth—a gigantic joke. If it weren't for opposing Chu Group and getting killed, could he have been praised like this? Only because Zheng Guodong held a special identity; otherwise, he'd have died silently without any publicity."

"Zheng Guodong's tragic death was unwilling, and he probably couldn't rest in peace even after dying, truly pitiful."

"A dignified business magnate facing such circumstances, truly lamentable; if Zheng Guodong knew the chaos after his death, he'd probably rise from the grave in anger."

Those aware of the inside story felt deeply regrettable, pitying Zheng Guodong.

Now, the Zheng Family was clearly divided into two factions: one of Zheng Guodong's lineage, now weak and incapable of causing much stir. They didn't dare speak the truth because the political scene was scrutinizing them. If they dared speak up, they'd utter nonsense and face severe consequences.

The other faction, backed by political support, gradually gained control over the Zheng Family's situation.

Meanwhile, Fu Lao, who had cut off the political scene's ties with the Five Families, was video chatting with Xiao Long.

"Fu Lao, isn't this a bit over the top?" Xiao Long said seriously, "The Five Families' influence is extraordinary, with a Human Body Limit expert from the Li Family stationed here. Be it the business realm or political sphere, they remain a presence to reckon with. Looking across the Northwest, they are an insurmountable force. You made the political scene fall silent; this is a major shock to them. Everyone is suspecting if you've supported Chu Group. With such misunderstanding, no matter what trouble Chu Group faces in the future, countless people will emerge to help resolve thorny issues, even granting special favors solely for you. In this manner, Chu Group could control too much interest, making containment difficult."

Xiao Long candidly shared his considerations and concerns, revealing the potential issues.

Ever since he disguised himself as a masked man and resisted the lethal force from the Five Families, buying Ye Fan time, he's been tracking Ye Fan's movements.

Honestly, he greatly envied Ye Fan, living freely and unrestrained, unaffected by worldly shackles and legal constraints, acting purely on personal preference. He deeply desired such independence.

However, being part of an organization and having beliefs, such envy remained a thought confined to his heart.

Even as a Human Body Limit expert with great authority, facing someone like Zheng Guodong, he couldn't effortlessly kill him like Ye Fan did.

Because Zheng Guodong's identity was exceptionally unique.

"The rise of Chu Group is unstoppable; new powers replacing old stubborn forces, why not?" Fu Lao's aged voice said, "Moreover, my inclination towards Chu Group doesn't mean I truly intend to support them or Ye Fan. I only aim to reduce unnecessary troubles. Even if the Five Families mobilize the political scene against Chu Group, should we just watch passively and do nothing?"

"Naturally, we can't just watch. One way or another, we should support Chu Group, whether for Terminator or Blood Wolf, Chu Group must remain unharmed." Xiao Long said earnestly, "My point is, there's no need to escalate matters, leading the political scene to mistakenly think you're Chu Group's patron, which is disadvantageous to many."

"Aren't you eager to know how strong the Terminator is?" Fu Lao didn't consider Xiao Long's words but continued to say, "Without the political scene's support, I've already cornered the Five Families. Next, it's waiting for the Human Body Limit expert from the Li Family to declare war directly on Ye Fan."

Only then did Xiao Long understand Fu Lao's painstaking intentions.

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