Chapter 462 - An Explosive Reaction (1/2)
A victory.
Faced with the surprise attack by the allied Tonghuang and Mugu clans, the Chen family had won the perfect victory at a low cost.
Witnessing their splendid, great victory, even the previously estimated 50/50 chance of winning seemed to be conservative. This should be described as a surprise ending.
The Chen family had easily survived the crisis of being devoured and divvied up.
But…
Looking at the tens of thousands of bodies that continued to pile up and the many Protoss masters who had died with great distress.
The top decision-makers of the Chen family knew that this was just the beginning of their challenge.
They had gleefully won this battle. But the issue of how to wrap this up would be the most headache-inducing question.
“The Tonghuang and Mugu clans suffered such heavy losses. I’m certain that once the news reaches them, they would not be willing to resign themselves and let this drop. After roiling in anger and vomiting blood, they would try their best and think of all sorts of ways to attack our Chen family in retaliation; this would create an endless situation where they will fight to their last breath.”
“Of course, now that the two clans have suffered such heavy casualties, they are not powerful enough to fear. They do not have the power to present a huge threat to our family. Moreover, after their power has been seriously weakened, the interests that they hold as the top and second most powerful Protoss clans will become a target for the lesser ranked clans, who will attack them. In a world where only the strong are respected, only the strong are qualified to occupy more resources. So, the main efforts of the two clans after this is to consider how they can best hold onto their interests.”
“It’s just that our family’s performance is too strong and exaggerated this time around. Those Protoss with their arrogant characters have always looked down on humans; they are likely to feel greatly provoked. One possibility is that they will frantically spread doubts and skepticism about the fortress. The second possibility is to approach our homes and provoke us. They would aim to suppress our momentum and to restore the image and dignity of the Protoss.”
“So what the Chen family will be facing next may be the pressure exerted by the entire Protoss society.”
This was very easy to understand.
The Chen family’s performance was outstanding this time around. They had made full use of their advantages and strategies to eliminate the joint army of the top and second ranked clans. It could be said that they had rewritten the negative impressions of humans, such as human beings are weak and humans cannot withstand a single blow, and others.
It was like delivering a harsh slap to their faces; they gave a stinging slap to the faces of those Protoss who despised humanity.
However, the experience of being “slapped” was unpleasant, the feeling of suffering a counter-attack was hard to take and embarrassing. Those with a stronger ego might even want to give a slap in return immediately.
They would want to immediately suppress the arrogance and self-congratulatory attitude of humanity!
And so…the questions of how they should deal with the attack as experienced by the majority of the Protoss and how they should stop the Protoss society from launching the next wave of counterattacks were presented to the Chen family. These were issues that must be solved.
“Grandpa, what are we going to do next?”
Chen Junfeng looked at Chen Jin. He really couldn’t think of a very reliable method. He hoped that Chen Jin would give them some ideas.
“Uh…”
For a while, Chen Jin was lost in thought. Then, he immediately thought of a way and said, “All of the allied forces of the Tonghuang and Mugu’s clans were destroyed inside our fortress, where there are many electromagnetic disruptors. For the time being, the results of this battle will not spread to the outside world.”
“The first-hand information is still within our hands.”
“So, instead of a passive response, it is better to take the initiative to disclose the information. We’ll clearly explain and ascertain the clear-cut position of our family, to create the image of a helpless victim that saw no way out so that we can win some sympathy.”
“Also, announce the cause and effect of everything, pointing out that the Tonghuang and Mugu clans were arrogant and overbearing. Faced with the villains who had come knocking on our door, our family, which includes millions of people, do not wish to be sitting ducks. To survive, we could only resist with all our might. It was only by luck that we managed to survive.”
“In short, everything happened because we were forced into a corner. Resistance is our only choice when placed in a desperate situation. If the public was to put themselves in our shoes and think about the scene from our perspective, they will know that to kill all the Protoss who invaded the Chen family’s fortress will be the last choice of any power who was in a similar situation.”
Chen Jin’s method could be summarised in four words–act pitiful, win sympathy.
They had to gain a moral advantage in the public’s opinion.
“I understand, Grandpa!”
Chen Junfeng nodded, he immediately knew what he had to do.
It happened that after Xing Hai Entertainment was sold, several media outlets and organizations that had separated from the company remained in the control of the Chen family. These outlets’ influence and ability to disseminate information were not small.
Hence, a few hours later, the news outlet under the banner of the Chen family produced many eye-catching news reports that were published on various social platforms.
The title of the news reports was explosive.
“Joint forces from Tonghuang and Mugu clans slashed their way into the Chen’s fortress in broad daylight. Their purpose was to eliminate the Chen family branch; the use of violent means to plunder the Chen’s interests and profits.”
“Where did the Chen family fail? 60% of annual profits were served up, but we still have to suffer this sort of treatment?”
“Besides resistance, there is no road for us to choose!”
“Death is better than dishonor, Chen family swear on our lives that we will never become servants to another.”
“After a fierce battle lasting one whole day, the Chen family paid the price of sacrificing millions and won the battle of self-defense, killing all evil invaders.”
“We have won; a difficult and tragic victory. Don’t invade our Chen family’s fortress ever again!”
News articles were pumped out non-stop.
There were even some short videos showing the live battle. Through these videos, people could feel the desperation and the intensity during the battle.
The most shocking were the images of corpses piled high as a mountain and blood flowing like rivers. The degree of shock and impact on audiences was through the roof.
When these explosive news reports came out and were seen by the vast numbers of the Protoss, there was an overwhelming tide of impassioned reactions and chaos.
They immediately discussed the topic enthusiastically.
“The Tonghuang and Mugu clans went to attack the Chen family’s fortress?”
“The Chen family is sheltered by the two major clans. Each year, 60% of the profits are distributed to the two clans equally. But the two clans are still not satisfied, and they want to devour the Chen family?”
“Greed knows no bounds. Since they have taken the biggest chunks of profits, there’s no need to take a mile when the other party gives an inch.”
“They should have given those below their power an out to survive.”
“This is not a problem. The Chen’s counterattack is not too big a problem. If it was any other family in their position, they could only choose to resist too.”
“Sss~ This battle was fierce. The few photos of the blood-soaked event were full of corpses. It simply makes me sick. Fortunately, they have been marked with mosaics after being reported. Otherwise, these photos will leave shadows on the psyches of many Protoss.”
“Millions from the Chen family are dead or injured and they have destroyed all invading enemies? This can be considered a situation where both sides lost? If my Tengshe Clan was to make a move at this time, wouldn’t there be hope that we can devour the three major forces consecutively?” These internet communities were very excited.
“Hey, stop contributing to old traditions and stereotypes. We, as Protoss, have survived for millions of years, but have always been described as ‘barbarians’ and ‘powerful but unethical’ by the weak humans. Although this statement is somewhat biased, we have also entered the information age. We have indeed taken on the ideas of a somewhat civilized race.”
Following which, this Protoss netizen was harshly scolded. “Where did this Virgin Mary of the Protoss come from? Run as far as you can!”
Thus, the mud-slinging battle in the comments area began and the atmosphere soon became foul.
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Following the situation that was announced by the Chen family, it was also reported through the news media.
On the side of the Tonghuang and Mugu clans, they were immediately shocked and they howled and screamed.
“Six ancestors of the Shenguang order, thousands of strong practitioners and tens of thousands of regiments, but the whole army was annihilated with no survivors in the rebellion of the Chen family’s fortress. This… How is this possible? How is it possible?!”
“Fake news, this must be fake news. It’s only a fortress, how can it withstand the masters from our families.”