I just reached the maximum level, and you want me to be a puppet emperor?

Chapter 706 Brothers, it's all worth it, even if it means going through fire and water!

Then, Gulag abruptly changed his tone, becoming sinister and specific: "Talk is cheap! Tonight, there's a great opportunity for us to 'establish our authority' and grab some real benefits along the way! But this requires some ruthless brothers; it might involve bloodshed, or even death!"

He looked around at everyone, his gaze sharp: "Those who are willing to do it can stay later. I will explain the specific details. After it is done, the participants will have priority in sharing the profits! If you think the risk is too great and you dare not do it, you can leave now. I, Gulag, will not make things difficult for you. I will just say that our time has not come yet! But if you stay and regret it after hearing the plan, or go out and spread rumors..."

He snorted coldly and didn't continue, but the murderous intent in his eyes said it all.

A murmur rippled through the room, and some people rubbed their hands together excitedly.

Some people's eyes darted around, revealing their fear.

Soon, seven or eight people lowered their heads, silently got up, and left the room.

The remaining thirty or so people looked at the Gulag with even more determined eyes.

Li Chen, playing the down-on-his-luck wizard, mingled in the crowd, nodding inwardly.

This Gulag member is indeed not one to settle for mediocrity; he has great ambitions and ruthless methods.

He was just worried about not finding a suitable entry point to understand the true thoughts and logic of these ambitious people at the bottom. Wasn't this the perfect opportunity?

By participating in their actions, one can not only observe their organizational skills and style of operation, but also gain insight into the demands and mentality of this class in turbulent times.

So, when Gulag's questioning gaze swept over him, Li Chen nodded slightly and said in a deliberately altered hoarse voice, "Count me in."

His tone was calm, yet it carried a sense of resolute desperation, fitting his persona as a "down-and-out war coward."

When Gulag saw that this usually taciturn wizard was also willing to participate, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, which quickly turned into satisfaction.

Having another person who knows magic, even if their skill level isn't great, might come in handy at a crucial moment.

He nodded, asked no further questions, and began to lower his voice to explain the action plan for tonight to the remaining people in detail.

Li Chen pricked up his ears and listened carefully, regarding this as an important breakthrough for gaining a deeper understanding of the undercurrents at the bottom of the Great Luo Dynasty.

The remaining thirty or so people were mostly ambitious, desperate outlaws who were unwilling to struggle at the bottom.

Seeing that people's minds were made up, Gulag stopped hiding his intentions and lowered his voice to reveal his specific plan: "Brothers, find out! Tonight, Olga, the most favored daughter of the Shuisky family, will come to the soup kitchen on the edge of the refugee district as usual to 'comfort' them! This is our golden opportunity!"

His eyes gleamed with ruthlessness and greed: "Olga is the Shuisky family's precious darling. As long as we get her under our control without anyone noticing, we won't have to worry about the Shuisky family's refusal to compromise! Then, we can use her as leverage to gradually erode their power, and slowly deal with the other three major families. This Maple Leaf Territory will be ours sooner or later!"

It must be said that this plan was incredibly audacious, and the risks were enormous!
This was a gamble, a gamble on how much the Shuysky family valued Olga.

If the other party chooses to die rather than surrender, or retaliates fiercely afterward, then this group of people will definitely die without a burial place!
The mere mention of Olga, that petite yet graceful beauty with a pure temperament and a fiery figure, caused many men in the room to breathe heavily, their eyes revealing undisguised greed and wickedness.

Many of them had seen Olga serving porridge from afar; her unique charm, a blend of sanctity and sensuality, was enough to make any normal man fantasize.

"Boss!" A scarred man licked his chapped lips and shouted first, "If we can really get our hands on Mrs. Olga, can we brothers have some fun afterwards? As long as we can taste the flavor of such a top-quality woman, we brothers would go through fire and water for it!"

"Yeah! Boss, let the brothers have some fun too!" "These aristocratic ladies are sure to be exciting to play with!"

Many people immediately chimed in, and a distorted excitement and restlessness filled the air.

Clearly, for these desperate criminals, in addition to power and money, beauty is also a powerful driving force that motivates them to risk their lives.

A sinister smile curled at the corner of Gulag's lips; this was exactly the effect he wanted.

Only by binding everyone's interests, or rather, their responsibilities, together can we ensure that they will not back down or betray themselves.

He waved his hand generously and promised, "Don't worry! As long as the plan succeeds, Olga will be the spoils of war for all of us brothers! Everyone will get a share! Moreover, with the Shuysky family down, the beauties and wealth of the other four major families will be at our disposal. Follow me, Gulag, and we'll have plenty of time to enjoy ourselves together!"

"Boss is wise!"

"Let's work hard together with Gu Lao!"

Upon hearing this, the crowd became even more agitated, as if they could already see their own reckless future.

Li Chen, who was mixed in with the crowd, was slightly taken aback when he heard this.

At first, he thought the Gulag had some clever plan, such as seizing a key supply point or assassinating an important figure. He never expected that after going around in circles, the ultimate goal was actually a woman.
However, upon further reflection, he realized that in the current chaotic situation, taking important hostages to force the other side to submit, although extremely risky, could indeed be a shortcut if handled properly.

Of course, all of this is predicated on the fact that the head of the Shuysky family is a rational person who values ​​family ties; otherwise...
Li Chen had already made a general judgment in his mind: people of the Gulag class had no sense of national righteousness and had no interest in resisting Tian Ce.

The core logic behind all their actions is singular: to seize profits amidst the chaos and satisfy their lust for power, money, and physical desires.

This is the most accurate portrayal of ambitious individuals from the lower classes during times of chaos.

Having decided to continue observing, Li Chen followed Gulag and his group, taking advantage of the night to disguise themselves as ordinary refugees and quietly blend into the vast and chaotic refugee settlement.

They scattered, pretending to huddle in corners, but their eyes were all drawn to the soup kitchen, like hungry wolves lurking in the shadows, waiting for their prey to appear.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Li Chen pricked up his ears and listened carefully to the hushed conversations of the refugees around him.

He wanted to know what these people, who had left their homes and were struggling on the brink of life and death, truly thought about the war, the emperor, and their future fate.

Not long after, Olga appeared, accompanied by a small group of family guards who did not appear to be elite.

She was still wearing that simple dress, and in the dim torchlight, her arrival seemed to brighten up this dirty and desperate place.

Her pure face, gentle demeanor, and alluring curves beneath her dress instantly drew countless gazes. There was gratitude, there was numbness, but more than anything, there was an undisguised greed and desire hidden in the shadows.

Watching Olga calmly direct her servants to distribute food and gently comfort the refugees under the watchful eyes of the pack of hungry wolves, Li Chen couldn't help but sigh, "This woman is really bold."

(End of this chapter)