"What the hell are you thinking?"

"Is every good thing in this world owned by the Shen Family?"

"Even Phoenix doesn't like Shen Xinglan... Isn't this just messing with fate?"

If it were any other topic, the old man wouldn't have been so agitated.

But the idea of Shen Wuxiang wanting Phoenix to marry Shen Xinglan was something he couldn't tolerate.

Tang Fei and Phoenix's relationship had been witnessed and participated in by the old man himself.

When Phoenix first arrived at Hate Mountain, the old man told Tang Fei to 'plant a seed in her heart'...

The seed was successfully planted, it grew roots, sprouted, and was flourishing, with even the possibility of blossoming and bearing fruit.

Phoenix went through thick and thin to bring Tang Fei to New Star...

Tang Fei even learned to lie for Phoenix.

He used to be such a pure and honest kid...

Oh, wrong person, that was Little Fatty.

Now, with Shen Wuxiang proposing marriage between Shen Xinglan and Phoenix, what about Tang Fei?

They're a perfect match; if they unite, can we even survive?

Phoenix is of the Zhong Royal Family, which holds righteousness; the Shen Family is at the pinnacle of power. If the two families merge, what does it matter to anyone else?

By then, the Tang Family wouldn't even have a chance.

The old man just exploded with profanity.

If you won't let me live, I won't let you live happily either.

Even though he knew it was a very foolish thing to do.

Whoosh...

A bunch of guns were pointed at the old man's head.

"How dare you!"

"These are brazen!"

"How can you speak to Lord Military Minister like that? Do you not want to live anymore?"

"Insulting the Military Minister... Believe it or not, I'll blow your brains out with one shot..."

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The many officers guarding Shen Wuxiang were enraged, each ready to draw their guns and fight to the death with the old man.

This was a scene all too familiar to the old man.

In the past, if anyone dared to speak to Tang Li like that, his supporters would have shot the challenger's head off without hesitation.

That era was different from now; Tang Li was a national hero who grew up through the wars.

Who hasn't been an idol under the spotlight?

The old man, ignoring the gun barrels pointed at him, sat there nonchalantly with his signature mocking smile and asked Shen Wuxiang, "Am I wrong?"

The old man had served many years in the Imperial Army and knew the military group all too well.

They are hot-headed and easily angered but also the most obedient and responsive to commands.

If Shen Wuxiang had not given the order, they would definitely not pull the trigger so lightly.

So, the only person who could decide his fate was none other than Shen Wuxiang himself.

"What, is Princess Xiu Xue a member of your family?"

Shen Wuxiang knew about the ambiguous relationship between Phoenix and Tang Fei; even if he didn't know before, he knew now.

Tang Fei is Tang Li's son, the most important person in the whole affair, even more so than this old man sitting in front of him.

Otherwise, the one negotiating with him would be Tang Fei.

Tang Fei and Phoenix are lovers, and together they've pushed Phoenix to the Empress's position...

Wouldn't that mean Tang Fei indirectly becomes the Emperor?

Whose command would this country follow in the future?

If they, as husband and wife, became the perfect pair, would there still be room for the Shen Family to survive?

Making wedding clothes for others, that's stupidity the Shen Family wouldn't commit.

At least, Shen Wuxiang wouldn't.

"Of course, she's not from our family." The old man immediately denied, saying, "You also know the current situation, Princess Xiu Xue despises Tang Fei to the bone... It's an unresolved issue; it's impossible for them to be together."

"Princess Xiu Xue despises Tang Fei, despises us, the remnants of the Tang Family, and she also despises Shen Xing Lan, despises your Shen Family... Fortunately, the power of the Zhong Family has been damaged, and there are few who remain loyal to the Royal Family. What kind of storm can she, a weak woman, stir up?"

"Therefore, I proposed that we should push her to the top... This aligns with both our interests and yours."

"On the other hand, this does not align with our interests, nor does it align with yours... It is precisely because of this that we both have the possibility of reaching a consensus."

"As for matters of the heart... who knows?"

Shen Wuxiang looked at the old man expressionlessly and said, "If Tang Fei and Princess Xiu Xue come together, then the situation for our Shen Family will become dangerous. I cannot entrust the fate of my family and clan to some inexplicable emotions."

"Do you believe in love?"

"I don't," Shen Wuxiang shook his head and said: "People like us... how could we possibly believe in such a thing?"

"Yes, I don't believe either. That's the foundation of our cooperation."

"It seems I'm going to disappoint you."

"You don't know what you're missing out on."

"But I am clear about what I need."

"Continue fighting?"

"It doesn't matter," Shen Wuxiang responded indifferently.

The old man stretched and yawned, saying, "Then, I won't disturb you anymore."

Having said that, he stood up and left.

"Lord Military Minister..." Sun Shehu came out from the inner room, watching the old man's retreating figure, and urgently advised, "Releasing a tiger back to the mountain will lead to endless troubles."

Shen Wuxiang hesitated.

It wasn't because he was bound by the old saying, 'When two states are at war, do not slay the envoy.'

Nothing could restrict Shen Wuxiang.

He was purely contemplating the pros and cons of such an action and the subsequent chain reactions.

"Lord Military Minister, heaven has given you a chance. If you don't take it, misfortune will follow. If you miss this opportunity to kill him, it will become even more difficult later on."

Sun Shehu was anxious as he spoke again, "Lu Yu is a core figure among the remnants of the Tang Family. Without him conspiring behind the scenes, it would've been impossible for a young whelp like Tang Fei to rally the remnants and marshal such vast resources."

He held Lu Yu in high regard; without his scheming in the shadows, the remaining forces of the Tang Family would never have had the chance to stand in the limelight again.

They would certainly not have been able to occupy the Phoenix Palace and pose a challenge to the Shen Family.

If Guan Yu had not released Cao Cao at Huairong Road, how could there have been the subsequent Three Kingdoms era?

Lu Yu was that Cao Cao.

This man must not be spared.

Shen Wuxiang's face was as still as water, yet he still did not make a decision.

"Lord Military Minister... think about it, back then he and Tang Li were known as the Imperial Treasures, their achievements overshadowing all in the court, both civil and military. Together, they earned accolades that were sky-high..."

Shen Wuxiang's eyes blazed with a ferocious light.

The old man climbed into his Flying Car, and the smile on his face instantly disappeared, his gaze turning deep and solemn.

He felt Shen Wuxiang's murderous intent.

Even though Shen Wuxiang was extremely skilled at concealing his emotions, that sudden sense of danger sent chills down his spine.

He had spent much time around beasts, and he understood the nature of animals very well.

Taking a deep breath of fresh air, he slowly started the vehicle.

It began to fly very slowly, even somewhat elegantly and peacefully.

Don't panic, not even a little.

He knew countless eyes were watching him from behind.

The more one is in a rush to flee, the more likely they are to trigger the animalistic ferocity.

When fighting wild beasts, you must appear braver and more fearless than they are, stronger and more confident.

Only then will they hesitate, test, and flee...

Once far away from the Observation Platform, the old man suddenly increased his speed like crazy.

Quickly leave, the farther the better.

Closer.

He was about to rush out of the Hundred Beast Garden area.

Crack!

A dazzling white light fell from the sky.

The Flying Car split in half, turning into two parts.

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