360 Threat-Elimination Strategy (2/2)
Those who were neutral and leaning toward the Oriental Pearl Tower and Magic Palace took their leave.
The outcome was basically decided. Zhu Meng had come with a strong statement and evidence. The Black Totem Snake would not be able to escape this time.
Most of the people attending the meeting had left, with only the Head of the Magic Court, Tang Zhong; the old man with the goatee, Luo Mian; the man with the long black hair, Heiyu; Tangyue, and Mo Fan left.
”I didn't expect it to turn out like this, when we've been extremely cautious protecting it,” Tang Zhong sighed. He looked rather tired.
”What should we do now? Zhu Meng is resolved to deal with the Totem Beast. He has the upper hand this time. Even if we were to submit a written statement to a higher authority, we won't be able to calm the crowd,” said Heiyu.
”I think that Zhu Meng is just trying to act tough. If he wants to take on the Totem Beast, just let him do it. If he could outmatch the Black Totem Snake, he would have already done so ages ago, why would he wait until today… he's just scared of the Totem Beast's strength,” said Senator Luo Mian, while stroking his goatee.
”Senator Luo, you might not know this… the Totem Beast undergoes ecdysis every ten years. He only showed himself in the city because he is rather hot-tempered during this period. His strength would be significantly weaker during ecdysis,” said Tang Zhong.
”Are you implying that he will be having his ecdysis soon?” Luo Mian was stunned.
”Absolutely.”
”That's troublesome. This Zhu Meng knew how to pick the right time...”
”We think there's a traitor among us,” said Heiyu in a soft voice.
It was too much of a coincidence. Zhu Meng had been demanding because he was well prepared.
It was most likely that the traitor had told Zhu Meng about the ecdysis.
”Tangyue, I want you to bring the Totem Beast away in advance, and find a safe place for him to finish his ecdysis,” said Tang Zhong.
”Mm, got it,” Tangyue nodded.
”I'll be responsible for their safety, then,” said Heiyu.
Tang Zhong shook his head and said, ”The Totem Beast is very sensitive during this period. He will be hostile toward any Commander-level demon beast or Advanced Magicians within twenty li of him. Tang Zhong is the only person he will allow within this distance...”
Tang Zhong specifically glanced at Mo Fan and immediately saw his cultivation without asking. ”This young Magician isn't Advanced Level yet, so it shouldn't be a problem for him.”
”Him? How could we let an outsider be in charge of something so important? Besides, would an Intermediate Magician be any use to us? The Royal Guards that Zhu Meng brought are all experts.” Heiyu immediately opposed the suggestion.
”Heiyu, you're wrong about that. This young Magician might actually be a great use to us,” stated Tang Zhong.
Mo Fan, naturally, was utterly confused as he listened to the conversation.