Chapter 364: Lu Yin And Liu Shaoge (2/2)

Lu Yin smiled. “Dealing with me is not only Puyu’s intentions, but also that of the person behind you. Your confidence stems from Arbiter Zhenwu’s backing, and that’s who you’re relying on to stop me from killing you.”

Liu Shaoge smiled. “That’s one part of it, but the actual reason why I’m not afraid of Brother Lu attacking me is actually not because of Arbiter Zhenwu. I believe that, even if Brother Lu killed me, you would still be confident in avoiding Arbiter Zhenwu’s retaliation, just like when you saved Zhuo Daynight in the past.”

Lu Yin’s gaze sank. Clearly, Liu Shaoge knew more than Lu Yin imagined, which proved that his position in the Daynight Clan was not too low.

“Brother Lu’s the same as me, someone who wants to dominate the world. That is what I rely on,” Liu Shaoge spoke with certainty.

Lu Yin scornfully replied, “I’ve already said that I’ve never wanted to dominate anyone else.”

Liu Shaoge seriously replied, “Wrong. Brother Lu’s actions screams with the desire of domination. Will Brother Lu really leave the Great Yu Empire’s monarchy behind? Even if it’s to Wendy Yushan, can Brother Lu give up the position of councilor? Can Brother Lu accept others in the same realm being ranked above you? All this just proves that Brother Lu’s ambition is boundless.”

Lu Yin raised his hand to stop him from continuing. “Liu Shaoge, there’s no need to guess at my thoughts. Your words are ridiculous! Is this how you curry favor with Arbiter Zhenwu?”

Amusement flashed across Liu Shaoge’s eyes. “Perhaps. Since Brother Lu doesn’t wish to hear such things, then let me change topics.” He paused and then slowly said, “Has Brother Lu ever thought about controlling all of East San Dios?”

Lu Yin’s eyes shone as he stared at Liu Shaoge. “You’re crazy.”

Liu Shaoge smiled. “Brother Lu can consider me crazy. I hope to cooperate with you and eliminate Puyu so that we can seize control of San Dios together.”

Lu Yin sneered and instantly rejected the proposition. “I understand clearly why Arbiter Zhenwu sent you here. Firstly, to deal with me, and secondly, to make preparations for the Daynight clan’s future moves upon San Dios. Compared to cooperating with me, why don’t you consider how you can better cooperate with Puyu.” Lu Yin then turned around to leave.

Liu Shaoge watched his retreating figure. “From Earth to the Great Yu Empire, then to Astral-10, and now, even to San Dios. The shadow standing behind so much of what Brother Lu has done is the single moment where Puyu ordered Bazeer to humiliate you in the Great Yu Empire. Brother Lu cannot possibly have forgotten this matter.”

Lu Yin did not slow his steps towards San Dios.

Liu Shaoge continued, saying, “Given Brother Lu’s current conduct, since you’ve already decided to act against Bazeer, you will definitely not allow Puyu to slip away. Previously, pirates attacked over a hundred powers, and a powerhouse even slashed Darkstar Gorge in half. These matters should be related to Brother Lu, but none of these are Brother Lu’s way of dealing with Puyu. Such things are too heavy handed for your personality.”

Lu Yin did not stop, but his eyes were filled with killing intent.

“I believe that Brother Lu has already made sufficient preparations to deal with Puyu and that you have even already taken action. However, it’s only that Puyu cannot sense anything yet.” Liu Shaoge’s tone was heavy.

Lu Yin finally stopped and replied. “You’re thinking too much into it.”

“Is that so? I, Liu Shaoge, can enter the sights of Arbiter Zhenwu even as an Earthling. I reached the position that I hold today without any overwhelmingly powerful innate gift. However, I’m rather skilled in assessing people, and I trust that Brother Lu Yin is already completely confident that you’ll be able to deal with Puyu. If that’s the case, then why would I want to collaborate with a failure?” Liu Shaoge was confident.

Lu Yin turned around. “Since you were sent by Arbiter Zhenwu to deal with me, then aren’t you afraid of Nightking Zhenwu’s retaliation if you collaborate with me?”

Liu Shaoge smiled. “Dealing with you is the objective, but I decide on the methods to do so. Also, only I know your true objective, since Arbiter Zhenwu is not an omniscient being. How about it, Brother Lu? Do you have the confidence to cooperate with me and seize control of San Dios together?”

Lu Yin folded his arms and leaned against the wall, looking at Liu Shaoge with renewed interest. “I’m very curious. Since you’re certain that I’ll be able to deal with Puyu, how are you so certain that you can cooperate and actually share San Dios with me? If I can dispose of Puyu, then shouldn’t I also be able to take care of you?”

Liu Shaoge spread his hands apart. “It’s simple—it’s because I’m under Arbiter Zhenwu. Unless I commit a heinous crime such as betraying the human race, no one will dare to touch me. Brother Lu, do you think that you have the power to charge me with the crime of betraying the human race?”

Lu Yin’s eyes narrowed; betraying the human race? That was the crime that he had charged Puyu with.

“So long as you can’t touch me, we can cooperate. At the very least, I won’t obstruct Brother Lu from taking certain actions, and we can put on a good show for the Ten Arbiters. After all, we are both from Earth, and we will both serve Earth in the future.” Liu Shaoge smiled.

Lu Yin looked at him closely, considering how he should deal with this person. Liu Shaoge was very troublesome, and his supporter, Arbiter Zhenwu, was rather unyielding. This was especially so ever since his prestige had soared after he arrested Grand Marshal Shui Chuanxiao and imprisoned him in Gaia's Swamp. Liu Shaoge was right in that there was no way for Lu Yin to deal with him unless Liu Shaoge betrayed the human race, but that accusation would not be so easily backed up. If it was so easy to discover traces of the Neohuman Alliance, then they would not have been able to remain hidden for countless years.

Impatient, Liu Shaoge looked at Lu Yin. “Brother Lu, it looks like you still hold that hatred from Earth in your heart.”

A coldness flashed across Lu Yin’s eyes. “I will never forget.”

Liu Shaoge had no choice, so he simply activated his gadget and sent Lu Yin a few names.

Puzzled, Lu Yin looked at them. There were four names in total—Amethyst Exchange, Eternal Shield, Nalan family, and Endless Borders.

“Brother Lu should be clear on a certain principle. No matter what you do, money is critical.”

Lu Yin’s eyes brightened, as he unconditionally agreed with Liu Shaoge’s words.

“No matter if it’s for an individual’s lifestyle or for a power struggle, nothing can be done without money. Since ancient times, whether one discusses the changing of an imperial authority or a battle between the Weaves, the most critical factor is not a power’s experts but rather their resources. These four names represent the four wealthiest financial corporations, and they are going to have a conference very soon to discuss some sort of collaboration,” Liu Shaoge said with confidence.

“What does any of that have to do with me?” Lu Yin asked coldly.

Liu Shaoge’s lips rose. “Nothing at the moment, but no one can predict the future. Perhaps one day Brother Lu will require money.”