Then let them offer their loyalty!

Dongye Prefecture, the prefectural capital, Pang Haichen's villa.

Pang Haichen was sitting in his study, making a phone call with a sullen face.

"Rao Shouhe and Tang Wanli are now clearly preparing to target us 'academics'."

"You've seen all the adjustments they've made recently; it's been nothing short of ruthless and merciless..."

"Therefore, our 'academic school' is truly at a critical juncture, facing a life-or-death situation."

"If we don't fight back, all that awaits us is reckoning."

"I don't care if I am purged, but... if the students we have worked so hard to build and cultivate are also affected, I really cannot accept that."

At this point, Pang Haichen paused, "So... Old Zhang, we can't let Rao Shou and Tang Wanli run rampant. We have to demonstrate our strength..."

The other side seemed to have reluctantly agreed to the proposal.

So, Pang Haichen said, "Okay, then it's settled. We'll act together tomorrow night at 23 PM."

The two chatted for a while longer before Pang Haichen hung up the phone.

After hanging up the phone, Pang Haichen's eyes flickered, and it was unclear what he was thinking.

After a moment, he took out a map of the 8th shelter, looked at it, and then pointed to the main road more than 300 kilometers away from "Beiyunzhou".

That was a trusted confidant sent out by Pang Haichen a few days ago, who always carried a "swap ring".

Judging by the time, he will enter Beiyun Prefecture in three or four hours. He should arrive at the prefectural capital of Beiyun Prefecture by morning.

At that time, he can activate the "Swap Ring" and switch places with Pei Jing.

At that time, Pei Jing will pretend to have private matters to attend to and temporarily close his doors to guests in order to buy time.

Afterwards, Pei Jing will arrive in Beiyun Prefecture through the "exchange of rings," and then use his still-present prestige to gather troops and launch a military remonstrance!

Meanwhile, high-ranking members of the "academic faction" in other places also responded one after another, some raising troops and others protesting.

At that time, Shelter No. 8 will be in complete chaos.

Pang Haichen will take the opportunity to escape from the Eighth Shelter, enter the disaster zone, and then head south to the "core area"!

During this period, Pang Haichen thought about it over and over again, and finally made a decision: to make a tough decision!

The reason is simple: Qiu Tu is arguably the most powerful force in the entire Northwest region right now.

In the extraordinary world, strength reigns supreme. This already puts Qiu Tu in an invincible position.

So no matter how much effort I put in, even if the "academics" are all mobilized, even if they force the shelters to concede, and even if they actually win this civil war, it won't make any difference!

If Qiu Tu had assassinated him himself, the entire situation would have been completely reversed in an instant.

Therefore, when Qiu Tu stood on the side of Rao Shou and Tang Wanfeng, he only had three options: lose, lose slightly, or lose terribly.

Thinking of this, Pang Haichen suddenly understood everything.

The key to victory in this battle was never in the "Northwest Region"!

Qiu Tu could seek outside help, even from an evil god. So he could do the same!

The "Hidden Mist Society" is a powerful force located in the "Boundless Heart Sea - Core Area." It definitely contains beings at the sixth, seventh, or even eighth rank!

The "core area" is rich in resources, containing all sorts of rare and precious materials and disaster-causing materials.

There might be a way to get a level 7 or 8 expert to the "edge area" in a short time.

At that time, Qiu Tu and Zhao Ji will naturally fall apart without a fight.

With such great merit and the backing of the "Hidden Mist Society", he can return to the "Northwest Region" and become the de facto ruler of the entire "Northwest Region"!

Thinking this, Pang Haichen took a deep breath, then his gaze became profound.

'Tomorrow night... just tomorrow night, and I can escape! Then I'll be free as a fish in the sea and a bird in the mountain!'

As a result, just as Pang Haichen was thinking this...

Suddenly, he felt as if his soul had been touched, as if his entire soul was about to be extracted by some means.

Pang Haichen was stunned for a moment, then quickly suppressed his wandering thoughts and carefully pondered the matter.

For a moment, he looked incredulous.

"The Hidden Mist Society is holding a meeting? So many meetings in such a short time? And...and they're small meetings?"

Small meetings are meetings that do not involve all members, usually 3-7 people. They are typically convened by the regional head when there are confidential tasks to be assigned.

But don't forget who the current regional head is.

It was a fake Muye, in Pang Haichen's opinion!

Given his position, it's understandable that Pang Haichen would feel uneasy about being suddenly called to a meeting at this time.

Then, at that moment, he suddenly froze.

Because... he suddenly discovered that the convener of this meeting was not "Unknown," but "Yaksha."

'Yaksha?!' Upon learning this crucial information, Pang Haichen's brows furrowed deeply.

Lord Yasha has called a meeting?

Wasn't she already dead? How can she still be holding a meeting?

Moreover... Pang Haichen also remembered that the last time he saw Yaksha was in the "Boundless Heart Sea - East City Area".

At that time, Lariro had imprisoned her and was flying away at high speed.

Pang Haichen tried to intercept her, but La Riluo had backup, so he ultimately abandoned the rescue plan.

So...theoretically, Yaksha should be in the hands of Larilu or Qiutu.

How did he suddenly regain his strength and return?

This turn of events was truly a bit of a mystery to Pang Haichen.

Therefore, he was extremely conflicted and hesitant for a time.

He wanted to meet the so-called "Lord Yaksha," but he was also worried that something might happen.

He wanted to pretend he didn't see anything, but... who could guarantee that Yaksha wasn't secretly trying to escape and needed his help?

You should know... Yaksha is a "second-generation god" from the "Boundless Heart Sea - Core Area".

They might have a lot of cards up their sleeve.

Thinking this, Pang Haichen fell silent for a moment, unsure how to respond.

As a result, it's unclear whether it was this hesitant personality that angered "Yaksha".

"Yaksha" directly sent commands to Pang Haichen through the "Illusion Mirror Array" to urge him to reply.

One, two, three...

Every ten minutes or so, "Yaksha" would urge them on.

And so it went, until the ninth round of urging! Pang Haichen finally gritted his teeth and stamped his foot, giving a "yes" reply.

Because he realized that whoever was on the other side, having mastered the "Illusion Mirror Array" was equivalent to having semi-control over the "Mist Hidden Society" members.

After all, every urging is like the painful and exhilarating experience of having one's soul ripped away.

A normal person would agree after being urged a few times.

What if you promise something but don't keep it?

The other party can not only urge you to give a reply, but also urge you to hold a meeting.

so....

Let's see what they're up to first! Then we'll deal with their moves accordingly!

'On the bright side, maybe it really is Lord Yaksha who contacted me?'

'After all... Qiu Tu really didn't report the achievement of capturing the Yaksha.'

And so, time passed by, second by second.

Soon, it was 3 a.m.

At 3 a.m., Pang Haichen, just like last time, put on a black cloak and a black mask, and then stood in front of a full-length mirror!

The next second, a lot of white mist surged out of the mirror as if it were making a move, and then grabbed at Pang Haichen!

Pang Haichen was clearly unfazed by this scene. He obediently allowed himself to be dragged into the black mist and then entered the world of the "Spirit Mirror"!

Meanwhile, outside Pang Haichen's villa, Tang Feifei, Dai Yukang, Yu Die, and Tao Yaoyao glanced at the dark villa and then at the time.

After confirming the three points, Tang Feifei's wheat-colored face was filled with seriousness. She coldly ordered, "Go!"

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I've been revising the story every day for the past few days, plus continuing to update at breakneck speed, I'm exhausted and a bit mentally exhausted. So, I'll be taking a short break today, only one chapter. Sorry.

Continue with 10,000 words a day tomorrow.

Also, I'd like to recommend a friend's book, "This Assassin is Upright and Honest".

Chapter 550 Pang Haichen is captured! (Thanks to "Prime Minister Chu" for the 13 reward!)

At the same time, just as Tang Feifei led her people to break down the door, Pang Haichen slowly walked out of the mirror in the "Spirit Mirror Space".

It was still the same secret meeting space, still the same misty area. A petite figure sat there; it was none other than the little demon we hadn't seen in a long time.

Upon seeing the little demon, Pang Haichen showed no surprise, but rather a hint of "I knew it."

He smiled and said, "I don't know how to address you? Lord Yaksha, or Qiu Tu?"

At this moment, Qiu Tu, who was sitting at the head of the long table, stopped pretending—mainly because he really didn't understand Xiao Yacha's personality and way of doing things.

Unlike Muya, Little Yaksha has already pledged allegiance to him and can accompany him in various training techniques.

Moreover, as regional leaders, the super-level evil gods of the Northwest region, Little Yaksha and Beauty Wind, never conceal their faces during meetings. Their expressions and postures are known to everyone, making them even more difficult to imitate.

So Qiu Tu smiled, removed his disguise, and revealed his true identity.

Upon seeing Qiu Tu's true form, Pang Haichen's pupils contracted slightly.

Although he had long suspected that the previous twilight scene and the current little demon were both Qiu Tu in disguise.

But speculation is speculation. When it was actually verified, he was still shocked.

The ability to perfectly mimic a person's race, appearance, physique, and aura is simply too overpowered!

It should be noted that neither Pang Haichen nor Yacha noticed anything unusual after several encounters with "Twilight".

Even during the meeting, none of the many fifth-tier evil gods noticed anything wrong.

This in itself is an extremely terrifying thing.

Although the conditions for triggering this cataclysmic ability are unclear, upon closer examination, if even peak fifth-tier or sixth-tier evil gods can be simulated or replaced, then some low-tier cataclysmic beings, or even ordinary humans, should certainly be fine, right?

After that, who can guarantee that the people around them won't be replaced?

This possibility is truly terrifying.

However, thinking of this, Pang Haichen felt no worry or fear. On the contrary, he felt only excitement!

Because he finally found Qiu Tu's weakness!

This cataclysmic ability is truly terrifying, and it has too many potential implications for others.

Qiu Tu has now become the strongest force in the "Northwest Region" through his cooperation with Zhao Ji.

But it's okay, there are still many experts in the "Boundless Heart Sea - Core Area".

Qiu Tu will definitely enter the "Boundless Heart Sea - Core Area" in the future.

At that time, won't those experts worry about their people being replaced?

Especially the "Hidden Mist Society".

Qiu Tu has already made enemies with the "Mist Shadow Society". He not only killed two regional leaders of the "Mist Shadow Society", but also sidelined the "Mist Shadow Society".

Now that such a strange and terrifying ability has suddenly appeared, will the "Hidden Mist Society" give Qiu Tu time to develop?

Therefore, Pang Haichen believed that as long as he could go to the "Boundless Heart Sea - Core Area" and report Qiu Tu's strange abilities, as well as his killing of the area leader and his usurpation of the "Mist Hidden Society", the "Mist Hidden Society" would most likely send an expert to deal with Qiu Tu, thereby saving face and eliminating any potential threat.

Thinking this way, Pang Haichen felt much more relaxed.