Luo Yongtian and Edgar originally intended to speak with Lin Feng after the conflict between the three factions.
However, after much deliberation, they decided that it was better to address the matter sooner rather than later.
Edgar had analyzed it more than once: whether Lin Feng won or lost, it would not affect their intention to recruit him.
On the contrary, if Lin Feng lost, it would be equivalent to losing his life, and this opportunity to recruit him would be gone.
After years of effort to finally find someone like this, neither of them was willing to give it up.
Moreover, the appearance of Shan Hai itself was suspicious, and Luo Yongtian boldly speculated that Shan Hai must have his own forces behind him.
Therefore, after much thought, they both felt that Shan Hai's joining the Black Robes was definitely for a reason, and for the sake of the plan, Shan Hai absolutely could not die!
Luo Yongtian's visit to Lin Feng today was clearly timed before the dwarf challenged him.
And Edgar was not, as Luo Yongtian had claimed, dealing with his son Aaron.
Edgar was currently making preparations less than one light-year away from the main planet.
Preparations for what? Of course, preparations for the failure to recruit Shan Hai.
The matter Luo Yongtian was about to discuss was of great importance. If the outcome was not as they expected, he would use his special ability to erase the memories of all life on this main planet for today.
Killing was out of the question; not to mention the commotion it would cause, how would they explain it to others afterward!
In the room, An Pao finished making tea and quietly walked out.
"Have some tea, old man."
Lin Feng pushed the tea towards Luo Yongtian.
The tea was clear and fragrant.
A sip was refreshing, and even Luo Yongtian, who had seen countless fine things, could not help but praise it.
Although it was not as good as the fine wine he had brought last time, it was definitely a rare treasure worthy of his collection!
Luo Yongtian picked up the teacup with a smile, not minding Lin Feng's address.
He knew Lin Feng's personality, so he was not offended.
The term "old man" from Lin Feng's mouth carried no mockery; instead, it made Luo Yongtian feel a sense of closeness.
"Now, tell me, what is it you want to talk about that requires such solemnity?"
To be honest, Lin Feng was also curious.
He had also intended to talk to Luo Yongtian and Edgar recently, but he hadn't expected Luo Yongtian to come to him first today.
Luo Yongtian calmly put down his teacup and took out a triangular metal device from his pocket.
The palm-sized device was placed on the table and gently unfolded.
"This device can prevent our conversation from being overheard," Luo Yongtian explained, lest Lin Feng misunderstand.
Alright, Lin Feng knew it was time to get down to business…
"Let's talk about the two forces that want to deal with you first."
"Although the council did not pass the vote, Joseph is clearly not giving up."
"Some of my informants tell me they will launch a leader battle against you soon, within a week at the latest."
"Moreover, Joseph's two younger brothers, Devont and Evan, have temporarily joined the Seventh Faction."
"I think you understand what this means."
Lin Feng listened quietly.
He understood, of course. It meant they were uniting to deal with him; there was nothing unclear about it.
"Don't panic. To be honest, they shouldn't be a threat to me."
Luo Yongtian asked, "Can you tell me what you are thinking? What do you intend to achieve with this challenge?"
What degree?
Lin Feng raised his eyebrows.
He pondered the meaning of Luo Yongtian's question but had no intention of hiding it.
"Joseph's three brothers and the dwarf won't live for another week…"
In the previous council meeting, Luo Yongtian and Edgar had abstained from voting.
Given that Lin Feng already knew Luo Yongtian and Edgar's ultimate goal was to overthrow the Black Robes organization, this information was not something to be concealed.
After all, even if it were concealed, the outcome would be known in a week.
Luo Yongtian was somewhat taken aback by Lin Feng's answer but then laughed heartily.
"You're that confident!"
"With Devont and Evan working together, you'll have to face almost three leader-level combatants."
"In such a situation, I wouldn't dare say I could retreat unscathed. I really want to know where your confidence comes from!"
Lin Feng replied, "They won't attack simultaneously, so what am I afraid of?"
"If you ask me, I hope they attack together, so I can eliminate three of them at once, which would save me trouble."
If the dwarf and the Devont brothers attacked him first, there would only be one outcome: their deaths.
In this scenario, Joseph would only have two paths:
Completely abandon confronting Lin Feng, or find an opportunity to deal with Lin Feng another day.
Of course, he might also be cornered and try to challenge Lin Feng on the spot.
But the Black Robes had rules: a leader battle could not be initiated again against a faction that had fought a leader battle within the last three months!
This was intended to protect the factions involved in the leader battle, but now, in Lin Feng's eyes, it was somewhat of an annoyance.
Luo Yongtian looked at Lin Feng with amusement.
"You, fellow, I can't tell if you genuinely have this confidence or if you're bluffing…"
"However, if you truly want to deal with Joseph in one go, I do have a way."
Lin Feng's eyes lit up.
"Oh? Tell me about it!"
Luo Yongtian paused for a moment, then said, "You only know that a faction that has fought a leader battle cannot initiate another leader battle against that same faction within three months."
"But there's no rule preventing a faction that has fought a leader battle from initiating a leader battle against another faction within three months, is there?"
Lin Feng leaned back as if contemplating.
What was he saying? A tongue twister?
But the next moment, Lin Feng understood.
He was saying that after he fought the Seventh Faction, Joseph could not challenge him.
But he could challenge Joseph!
"That's right, precisely what you're thinking."
Luo Yongtian took a sip of tea and stroked his beard with a chuckle.
"If you kill the dwarf of the Seventh Faction and Joseph's two brothers."
"In his grief, Joseph might impulsively act."
"At that moment, if you immediately challenge him, there's a high probability he'll accept!"
He paused, then continued.
"However, I suggest that even if you have the strength, you shouldn't make it too easy."
"It's best to feign exhaustion and sustain some injuries."
"Such tactics might not work normally, but when Joseph is emotionally charged, the success rate is very high!"
Luo Yongtian, having lived a long life, was naturally adept at scheming.
If Lin Feng effortlessly eliminated these three, Joseph, even if impulsive, would have to weigh his own strength.
Whether to seek revenge or become a stepping stone, Joseph could distinguish.
Those with poor judgment wouldn't be able to become leaders of the first sequence!