Chapter 1425: Chapter 1425: For the Sake of Good Karma
The four members of the Peng Bird were beyond shocked. After circling around, they encountered someone impersonating them once more. How could they not be astonished?
Moreover, the person who once impersonated them actually possessed a terrifying power they couldn’t afford to provoke.
Although they could guess that the one impersonating them was no ordinary person, at this moment, they were truly shaken to the core.
"How is this possible?" Flower Snake exclaimed repeatedly.
"I never expected that the person who once recklessly impersonated us was led by you?" Hua Diao said with a complicated expression.
"So it was you, no wonder." Mountain Ghost said with much emotion.
"No wonder General Hawan and the Poison Dragon Mercenary Corps were effortlessly crushed. Turns out there were so many secrets behind it all," Peng Bird said.
The four of them genuinely felt an overwhelming pressure suffocating their hearts. Thinking back to sweeping through General Hawan and the Poison Dragon Mercenary Corps, the severe losses of the Black Cat Team, and not considering Leader Zuo as a threat, among other incidents, they could now find the reason. It was all because Ye Fan and his group were invincible, not considering other forces a threat.
And Ye Fan, having such energy, wasn’t without reason. This was what made it terrifying.
"Now you ought to understand our past interactions," Ye Fan said to the four whose complexions changed dramatically. "You also know the consequences of opposing me. For old times’ sake, I don’t want to attack you, provided you don’t stand in opposition to me. Otherwise, I can’t guarantee anything."
Back in the day, when Ye Fan easily defeated Mountain Ghost, Flower Snake, and Hua Diao, it served as a warning.
Ye Fan had cooperated with Peng Bird and others in the operation to annihilate the Poison Dragon Mercenary Corps, with Peng Bird providing useful information.
For this, there had been a relatively harmonious exchange, which was why Ye Fan wanted to persuade Peng Bird and the others to act wisely.
If Peng Bird and others clung stubbornly to their views, then a clash would be inevitable.
"I don’t understand. This treasure involves so many forces. Whoever is interested in it is understandable given the astonishing wealth at stake, but to a distinguished person like Mr. Ye, it’s just a small asset. Why would you take such direct action to intervene?" Peng Bird asked in confusion.
"This is not merely about wealth, but also about dignity. This place is Huaxia; foreign forces are absolutely not allowed to snatch the treasures belonging to Huaxia. Some people wanted me to intervene, and I was also interested in it, so I got involved," Ye Fan said plainly to the four of them. "The reason you’re asking is probably to gauge my attitude, right? Are you satisfied with my explanation? You should consider yourselves fortunate to receive my explanation; not everyone is given this privilege."
"Thank you for the explanation, Mr. Ye. Determining your stance is indeed very important," Mountain Ghost said seriously.
"Well, have you made your decision?" Ye Fan said lightly. "I can give you time to consider. If you wisely withdraw, then nothing will happen, and we will not be enemies. But if you insist on getting involved, then we’ll have to be enemies, and I will do my best to eliminate enemies and minimize unnecessary trouble due to hidden threats."
"Mr. Ye’s attitude is strong and his stance clear. Treating us with such courtesy is our honor," Peng Bird said sincerely. "We know we can’t match Mr. Ye’s formidable power, so we dare not refuse or act recklessly."
"So, what are your next moves?" Ye Fan asked.
"We will not set foot in the auction house nor do anything against Mr. Ye’s will, such as kidnapping Qi Sixue and Lu Qianqian," Peng Bird considered seriously for a moment before saying. "But if we act against the Japanese and seize the map fragment, I believe Mr. Ye wouldn’t object, right?"
"The treasure is not something you can covet. If by chance you seize the map fragment, it would be a curse rather than a blessing for you. By then, I will personally take it from you. To avoid becoming enemies again, I advise you not to meddle in this hot potato," Ye Fan advised.
Not to mention whether the four of Peng Bird have the capacity to obtain the map fragment from Xigu Xiu,
even if they have the capacity, it would be a curse. Not only would they be against Ye Fan and his partners, but also against Japan, which is a deep-seated issue. It depends on how Peng Bird and others perceive this problem.
If they are smart, that’s fine. If they make a mistake, that would be a catastrophe.
"Of course, we don’t have any intention of claiming it as our own." Peng Bird glanced at Mountain Ghost, Flower Snake, and Hua Diao before saying solemnly, "Being enemies with Mr. Ye is not the ending we want, so if by luck we obtain the map fragment, we would hand it over to Mr. Ye, thus cultivating a good fate."
His words were candid, without any concealment, expressing his thoughts openly.
Though there is danger, for this good fate, they can only strive.
Ye Fan’s strength is enough to make them risk life and death to form this good relationship.
This way, they reduce an enemy and turn that enemy into an ally to a certain extent.
"Though there is danger, for the sake of owing Mr. Ye a favor, we’ll give it a try," Mountain Ghost said loudly.
Flower Snake and Hua Diao shared the same thought without any other intention.
"This is your choice, I won’t intervene. Although you indirectly help us, I have to acknowledge this favor, but it’s far from enough for me to owe you a favor," Ye Fan stated truthfully. "We have enough personnel here to handle any emergencies. Your help in dealing with Xigu Xiu won’t be remembered as a favor because I don’t consider Xigu Xiu a threat. However, if you can really secure the map fragment from Xigu Xiu, the friendship will be significant, and owing you a favor is only fair."
"In that case, thank you. Any casualties are our concern. If we fail to obtain the map fragment, it means we’re not capable enough, and if we die, so be it. But if by chance we obtain it, gaining Mr. Ye’s goodwill is our blessing. In the future, should we encounter difficulties, seeking help from Mr. Ye would give us a safe haven," the four of Peng Bird laughed out loud. To gain something, one must be willing to give.
This is the unchanging principle; there’s no such thing as reaping where one has not sown.
"I have a question, and I hope the four of you can help answer it?" Ye Fan said humbly.
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