Chapter 597: Chapter 596: Yanyang Qin Arrives
"Is everything you said true?" Chu Que looked at Hu Lizhong’s eyes with a mix of shock and suspicion, asking in a deep voice.
Meeting his gaze head-on, Hu Lizhong slowly nodded, "You’ve known me for a while, can’t you understand my attitude today?"
A shiver ran through Chu Que as he thought about Hu Lizhong’s behavior today and he began to believe him somewhat.
"I’m going to make a phone call." Moments later, Chu Que tossed out those words to Hu Lizhong and walked out.
Hu Lizhong, understanding perfectly what he was off to do, didn’t try to stop him, but instead leisurely lifted his cup of Big Red Robe to savor it.
"Tsk tsk, it truly is a fine Big Red Robe, what a treat," Hu Lizhong muttered to himself, feeling a burst of pride.
If it had been before, Chu Que would’ve never offered him Big Red Robe.
Being with Mr. Yang really was enjoyable.
He gained both respect and benefits.
Hot damn, I’ve got to cling tight to this strong support.
With that in mind, Hu Lizhong picked up the entire pot of tea and headed upstairs.
Such a fine thing shouldn’t be enjoyed alone, Mr. Yang deserved a taste too.
When Chu Que got on the plane, he sent the people off and then dialed his older brother Chu Shiguang’s number.
"Is everything settled?" Chu Shiguang asked.
Chu Que responded, "There’s been a complication."
"What happened?" The tone of Chu Shiguang clearly wasn’t pleasant.
Chu Que said, "Brother, that kid has reached the Divine Travel Realm now. Just now, from a distance of over thirty meters, his Divine Thought struck at me, rendering me unable to even speak. He could have killed me instantly."
"What, the Divine Travel Realm?" Chu Shiguang exclaimed, "Are you sure?"
"Absolutely sure, I experienced it firsthand. And thinking about it now, when Zhang Wenfeng was rumored to have entered the Divine Travel Realm after coming out of seclusion, and yet he fled when attacking the Qin Family, it could have been this kid’s doing."
There was silence for a moment before a cold voice came through, "Even if he is in the Divine Travel Realm, after all, he is just one person, and he is still mortal, not indestructible. Does he really dare to fight against the 120 elite operatives you brought, does he truly dare to kill you no matter the cost?"
Chu Que’s face darkened instantly, and a sense of despair arose within him.
Can’t you consider my life even a little?
Even a clay figure has a point at which it will explode, and despite his respect for this brother, anger surged in him and he shouted, "What wouldn’t he dare to do? With just a thought, he could kill me, and then without a leader, how could the dispersed special forces surround him?
Even if the deputy takes over, if he kills me, why would he care to kill another deputy?
In front of such a powerful man, defiance means one thing – death!"
Chu Shiguang clearly hadn’t expected Chu Que to suddenly speak so heatedly, and was stunned for a moment.
His voice then returned, much calmer, "I’m sorry, Chu Que, I’m not disregarding your life. But this matter is very important to the Chu Family, it’s a critical strategic resource and if we can’t share in it, we will truly fall behind in the future.
Besides, this isn’t solely decided by our family; it’s also the will of those above. The Qin Family is slowly becoming as influential as the Zhang Family once was, and the higher-ups will not allow the Qin Family to continue growing, or one day, this family might completely spiral out of control."
"I know. But did you guys ever consider that the rise of the Qin Family is unstoppable now?" Chu Que asked.
Chu Shiguang was speechless for a long time before finally saying, "All because of one Divine Travel Realm kid?"
"Three from the Xu Family have already stepped into the Innate Realm," Chu Que said.
Chu Shiguang was stunned for a moment, then quickly understood what Chu Que meant and said coldly, "In front of the powerful national machinery, not to mention three Innate, what about thirty? Didn’t you see Qin Yanyang blocking the Hidden Sect’s transmission channel with hundreds of people?"
"That’s different, the Hidden Sect doesn’t dare to break the net in desperation," Chu Que said. "Moreover, Yang Fei also possesses a secret technique that can upgrade someone to the Innate Realm alone, and the three from the Xu Family broke through with Yang Fei’s help."
"What?"
This time Chu Shiguang’s cry of surprise was even louder.
Although he casually mentioned that Qin Yanyang blocked the Hidden Sect with a few hundred people, he actually understood that the Hidden Sect was considering the bigger picture, not daring to gamble with the lives of all its members.
If all the powerhouses of the Hidden Sect really came out and caused chaos in the Divine Continent, there’s a strong possibility that the system in the Divine Continent could collapse.
No matter how many modern large-scale weapons of mass destruction you have, would you dare to use them when those strong individuals charge at you?
Would you dare to annihilate each other?
Being a Martial Artist himself, Chu Shiguang knew very well how difficult it is to kill someone once they reach a certain level of power.
If such a person survives, they could appear in front of you without the gods knowing, and kill you silently.
Therefore, although he was shocked that Yang Fei was in the Divine Travel Realm, he wasn’t necessarily afraid, but the fact that Yang Fei is in the Divine Travel Realm and can also help someone reach the Innate Realm alone was terrifying.
Once the word gets out, which Unique Tier wouldn’t want to advance further?
By then, if dozens of Innate Realm fighters from the Divine Continent stand with Yang Fei, which faction could compete?
Chu Shiguang suddenly felt a sense of powerlessness.
The brothers were silent for a long while on the phone before Chu Que somberly said, "Just like General Hu Lizhong said, the rise of the Qin Family cannot be suppressed."
"The Chu Family never thought about suppressing the Qin Family; we just don’t want to be left too far behind to the point where we lose our say in the future, you understand?" Chu Shiguang said gravely.
The Chu Family’s strength in the Divine Continent Military Department is irreplaceable and absolutely not inferior to the Qin Family, plus the Chu Family has strong allies in the political sphere. Under such circumstances, in terms of comprehensive strength, the Chu Family does not fear the Qin Family at all.
But as a Martial Artist, Chu Shiguang was very aware that the Chu Family had always been lacking in top-tier combat power, whereas aside from Qin Huai’an, the Qin Family had another, Qin Yanyang, and now there was also Yang Fei.
What’s more terrifying is that Yang Fei could mass-produce top-tier combat power.
If this development continues, the disparity will quickly become apparent.
After a long time, Chu Shiguang finally suppressed the anxiety in his heart and adjusted his mindset, saying, "The initiative has been pushed forward, now we can only do our best to compete. Remember one thing, Yunwu Mountain has been designated as a military base under the Central Battle Zone, and the Military Department can set up a test base here, but it must be under the cooperation of the Central Battle Zone."
"Big brother, once Qin Yanyang comes over, I might not be able to handle it," Chu Que said. "Unless we really break down and start a war."
"That cannot be!" Chu Shiguang hurriedly said, "Whoever starts a war will bear an eternal infamy."
"So I think it’s best if you come over and take charge personally," Chu Que said.
Damn it, you’re not coming yourself, but you want me to bear the brunt here, I can’t take it anymore.
Just Yang Fei almost made me pee my pants, not to mention the famously strong Qin Yanyang. I might as well dig a hole and lie in it myself.
"Wait until Qin Yanyang arrives and see her attitude first, if necessary, I will come over personally," Chu Shiguang pondered for a while before saying, understanding his brother’s predicament.
Chu Que secretly sighed in relief.
Just as he hung up the phone, the intercom relayed a warning, "All units, be cautious, something’s spotted from the southeast, something’s spotted from the southeast."
Chu Que’s heart stirred, thinking they’ve arrived quickly!
He took a deep breath, trying to adjust his mindset, and ordered, "First ask if it’s the Military Department’s aircraft, if it is, let them pass immediately, do not obstruct. Also, move the helicopter in front of the dormitory building right away, leave a space open."