frightfiction Chapter 626 Conspiracy
Chapter 626 Conspiracy
"Grandfather, you can't just sit back and watch your grandson suffer such humiliation today!"
In a secret room, the short and fat demon stared with his big watery eyes and complained to a young man opposite him who also had bulging eyes.
"Then tell me how you want me to help you?" the young man asked indifferently.
"Please, ancestor, teach this man a lesson and get my grandson back his position as the Grand Commander!"
"Forget about teaching this man a lesson, even if we kill him, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future. As for the position of commander-in-chief, don't think too much about it for now." A cold light flashed in the young man's eyes, and then he said coldly.
"This...what does this mean, ancestor?" After hearing what the young man said, the short and fat demon looked over in surprise.
"Because I asked the Demon Spirit Palace to find that person, so that he could replace you as the leader." The young man said seriously.
"Why is this?" The short and fat demon became even more confused.
"This expedition is unusual and far more dangerous than you might imagine. According to the information previously gathered by the Night Owl Guards, a ferocious insect even more difficult to deal with than a high-level Crimson Boar has appeared in Lihuo City. Even if I were to encounter one, I would be in great danger."
"Even you, the ancestor..." The short and fat demon looked incredulous.
“Otherwise, how could ordinary borers make the two great saints in the city join forces to take action?”
The young man glanced at him and continued calmly, "Given this situation, if those vicious insects had not shown up after the war began, the main forces led by the two Saint Ancestors would not have been able to join the battle.
As for you legions on the periphery, you're told you only need to contain them for three days, but as long as those vicious insects aren't discovered, you'll have to persist in the sea of insects, and no one knows how long that will take."
"If it's really as the ancestor said, then the situation faced by these peripheral legions is even more difficult than the main force attacking Lihuo City?"
"That's right, and as far as I know, this is also the intention of the two Holy Ancestors and the Council of Elders. Over the past year or so, many legions in the city have been increasingly disobeying the orders of the higher-ups. Therefore, the higher-ups want to use this war as an opportunity to eliminate some of the disobedient ones.
If you were the commander-in-chief, would you fight to the death in the sea of insects? Or would you retreat without authorization as before?
"If you do this, you'll be punished later. With the support of the two great Saints, the Elders' Council will not show mercy this time!" The young man stared at the short and fat demon with a deep gaze and said slowly.
"Grandson understands. As long as I don't take the position of commander-in-chief, this problem will fall on Mr. Lu! If he orders a retreat, he will be the one to be liquidated in the end, and it will have nothing to do with grandson!" The short and fat demon also understood the key at this time.
But soon he frowned and asked, "What if he's stubborn and refuses to order a retreat, dragging us down with him?"
"Then kill him first, and then put the blame on him! In the end, the position of leader of the Demon Flame Army will still return to you." A vicious look flashed in the young man's eyes.
"Well, it's just that man's magical power is much higher than mine. It will be difficult for my grandson to kill him." When the short and fat demon heard that he had to do it himself, he quickly thought of Lu Yuan's terrifying strength that could defeat him with just one move, and he looked hesitant again.
"No future!" The young man looked at the short and fat demon with a look of disappointment on his face.
"Don't you still have the Magic Light Mirror I gave you? With this treasure in hand, as long as you find an opportunity and use it when he's least prepared, even if he's in the late stage of Great Perfection, he can't escape death!
You can also secretly win over the three commanders under your command. If their own safety is at stake, they will definitely stand by you."
The short and fat demon's eyes suddenly lit up, and he quickly bowed and said, "Thank you, ancestor, for your guidance!"
"But if there's really no chance, you can only hold out until the entire army is wiped out. Then, if you escape, the higher-ups won't hold you accountable. But if you do that, the Demon Flame Army will be gone, and you won't know when you'll be able to lead an army again."
Now give me the Magic Mirror, and I'll seal my magic power inside it again. If the emergency comes, its power will be enough to kill that guy or escape from the sea of insects."
Seeing that his descendant had gained confidence, the young man was quite satisfied and began to prepare a backup plan for him.
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"Fellow Daoist Lu, I was impulsive before, I hope you won't hold it against me. I am willing to return to the legion immediately and obey your orders. If I disobey you again, I will accept your punishment!" In the hall, Deputy Commander Shui had a smile on his face, and his two watery eyes were full of sincerity.
Seeing this guy's attitude completely different from before, Lu Yuan couldn't help but become secretly alert.
To be honest, Lu Yuan didn't want this guy to come back from the bottom of his heart.
After all, he is an airborne commander, and Deputy Commander Shui has been the commander of the Demon Flame Army for a long time. He has many confidants under his command and a deep foundation. If he wants to hinder him secretly, it will be easy.
However, at this time, the three commanders of the Demon Flame Army and a group of generals were watching.
Even though Lu Yuan harbored doubts, he could only suppress them temporarily. He remained calm and said, "If Fellow Daoist Shui is willing to return, I naturally welcome him. After all, when it comes to controlling the Demon Flame Army, Fellow Daoist Shui is more adept at it."
Deputy Commander Shui nodded hurriedly and smiled, "Don't worry, Fellow Daoist Lu, I will definitely assist you with all my strength, even if it means going through fire and water."
"Friend Shui, you are too polite. You are only the deputy commander of the army. How can you talk about assistance? If we encounter any difficulties in the future, how about we discuss it together?" Lu Yuan laughed.
The three commanders on the side exchanged meaningful glances when they saw this. Because Lu Yuan's words sounded like a test.
Sure enough, after hearing this, the smile on Deputy Commander Shui's face froze. After a long while, he said seriously, "Fellow Daoist, as the commander-in-chief, you have absolute authority over the Demon Flame Army. Even though I am the deputy commander, I must obey your orders.
Just now, you said you wanted to discuss this with me. Are you doubting that Shui is still here to fight for power? If so, Shui will not come back and will go to the Law Hall to confess his crime!"
After saying that, Deputy Commander Shui suddenly turned around, as if he was really going to leave.
His behavior made Lu Yuan feel a little embarrassed.
If we really let the deputy commander go, let’s not even mention what he would say when he arrives at the Law Hall.
Even now, he would appear to be narrow-minded and difficult to get along with in front of his subordinates.
Fortunately, Wen Qizi, one of the three commanders, saw that the situation was not right and hurriedly stopped Deputy Commander Shui.
"Deputy Commander Shui, please don't misunderstand. The Commander-in-Chief isn't what you think. He told me the same thing just before, and it's all because he's truly unfamiliar with our army."