CHAPTER 1592: CHAPTER 1591: BANDIT ENCIRCLEMENT, A MASSIVE CONSPIRACY (2)

Gu Zixuan stood out at this moment, speaking to the bearded man.

"Hmph, I’m not afraid of you, but considering you’re all disciples of Yunlong Heavenly Palace, I won’t kill you. However, hand over all the treasures on your bodies without leaving a single one, especially those three rookies. I’ve heard that you just came out of the Ancient Ruins, so hand over all the treasures you obtained from there, or don’t blame my sharp axe for being ruthless."

The bearded man swung the sharp axe in his hand, immediately pointing at Lin Chen and the other two, coldly threatening.

"Brother Lin Chen, you see, these guys in front of us are powerful, we really have no choice. We can only wrong you to hand over the treasures to them, spending money to avoid disaster."

Chapter 1592: Exposing the Conspiracy

Gu Zixuan walked up to Lin Chen and immediately spoke:

After these few days of interaction, he had already realized that among the three of them, Lin Chen seemed to play the role of the strategist. As long as he could get Lin Chen’s consent, Zi Ling and Cheng Liang would likely have no objections.

Although he truly didn’t understand why Zi Ling and Cheng Liang, whose cultivation levels were clearly higher than Lin Chen’s, would listen to Lin Chen’s opinions and let Lin Chen make decisions in everything.

But anyway, he didn’t bother to think deeply. After all, Lin Chen was just at the Eighth Layer of the Nirvana Realm, and even if his combat power was outstanding, how powerful could he be?

In the face of absolute strength, no matter how many tricks Lin Chen had, it would ultimately be in vain.

Upon hearing Gu Zixuan’s words, Lin Chen first smiled, then his expression instantly turned extremely grim.

"Senior Brother Gu, surely you’re not so incompetent? We spent such a huge price to invite you here, wasn’t it to have you protect us? What are you doing now? Are you really going to be untrustworthy and treacherous? Don’t forget, we signed a Blood Contract; aren’t you afraid of the backlash from the Blood Contract, Senior Brother Gu?"

Lin Chen glared angrily at Gu Zixuan and immediately cursed.

Upon hearing Lin Chen’s insult, Gu Zixuan’s expression suddenly twitched. Being called a treacherous person by Lin Chen, Gu Zixuan felt he had lost face. But at this moment, his actions indeed aligned with what Lin Chen said.

However, in Gu Zixuan’s original plan, upon seeing the appearance of so many powerful bandits, Lin Chen and the other two should have been frightened and anxious, and soon they would obey them, handing over all the treasures and spending money to avoid disaster.

At that time, Boss Deng and others would take action, exterminating Lin Chen and the others, so as not to violate the Blood Contract or let any word get out, making it the perfect plan.

Gu Zixuan and the others had done such a business several times and had indeed made a lot of money.

However, who could have thought that this time, after Boss Deng and others appeared, not only were Lin Chen and the other two unafraid, but they also insulted him and demanded that they deal with Boss Deng and the bandits.

"Junior Brother Lin Chen, the Blood Contract we signed was to protect you and escort you back to Yunlong Heavenly Palace without harming you along the way, but it wasn’t said that we have to die for you. You also saw the strength of these bandits; with just the seven of us, we are certainly not their match. If we fight hard, aren’t we going to our deaths?"

"My earlier suggestion was just to ensure your safety and does not count as violating the Blood Contract."

Gu Zixuan looked at Lin Chen and said faintly.

What he wrote in the contract was that they would not harm Lin Chen and the others, but as for protecting Lin Chen and the others, it was ambiguously skimmed over, not detailed at all.

So, this left room for maneuvering. As long as they didn’t take action to harm Lin Chen and the others, they wouldn’t suffer the backlash from the Blood Contract.

Because everyone was from the Yunlong Heavenly Palace, and given the suggestion to sign a Blood Contract, no one ever suspected them in the past for the business they did.

Of course, Gu Zixuan and his group also never actually harmed the disciples of Yunlong Heavenly Palace, always relying on the power of Boss Deng and other bandits.

"Haha, Senior Brother Gu, your calculation is truly exquisite, effortlessly taking all our treasures without leaving any bad reputation."

"I suppose these bandits in front of us were already in collusion with you, Senior Brother Gu, otherwise how would they know our whereabouts, and how would they know the three of us came out of the Ancient Ruins?"

"Furthermore, their layout of the space-blocking Great Formation here, isn’t it because they predicted we would pass this way?"

"The reason you deployed such strong power to escort us, Senior Brother Gu, is also because you didn’t want other bandits to rob us three along the way, right?"

Lin Chen looked at Gu Zixuan, smiling with an indifferent expression.

When Lin Chen said this, his expression was relaxed, without fear.

As Lin Chen’s words came out, Gu Zixuan’s expression instantly changed drastically, as if all his previous actions had been completely seen through by Lin Chen.

Because everything Lin Chen said was right, they were indeed in cahoots with Boss Deng and others.

Whether it was Boss Deng and his group, or their group of seven, they all followed one person’s orders, and they all belonged to the same master.

Lin Chen could sort out the ins and outs of this matter clearly, as if he also participated in this plan, but how could that be possible?

So, the reason Lin Chen said these things now, was it completely based on his speculation?

To be able to perceive all this, what kind of sharp observation and wisdom does one need? The young man in front was clearly only at the Eighth Layer of the Nirvana Realm, yet he could see through to such an extent.

This is truly a chilling young Heavenly Pride. Clearly, Gu Zixuan could easily kill Lin Chen, yet looking at Lin Chen’s calm demeanor, Gu Zixuan’s heart birthed fear.

And at this moment, Zi Ling and Cheng Liang, after hearing Lin Chen’s analysis, their expressions also changed drastically, looking at Gu Zixuan and the others.

Though they had suspected earlier that Gu Zixuan and the others harbored ill intentions, they never expected what Lin Chen revealed now.

One must say, Lin Chen’s intelligence deeply shocked them all.

"Junior Brother Lin Chen, have you ever heard the saying, ’the overly wise die early’?"

Gu Zixuan looked at Lin Chen, saying coldly.

Upon hearing this, Lin Chen shook his head, not saying anything further.

"Haha, Senior Brother Gu, you’re mistaken there. The so-called ’overly wise die early’ refers only to those who are self-called wise, not truly wise. Truly wise people, naturally consider everything comprehensively, and naturally live longer."

Lin Chen looked at Gu Zixuan and said with a faint smile.

In the past, many had targeted Lin Chen, from Tan Yingping, Liu Yong, Lei Hao, to Hei Xuan, Yun Kaige, each thought themselves clever, all attempted to take Lin Chen’s life, yet what was the outcome? They all ended up reaping what they sowed.

"Junior Brother Lin Chen, the path has been shown to you, and since you refuse to cooperate, don’t blame me, Senior Brother, for what’s to come."

Gu Zixuan looked at Lin Chen, secretly sneering, then turned to glance at the bearded man on the warship.

"Boss Deng, I’ve already advised these junior brothers, but they refuse to hand over their treasures. I have no more options. Over to you, Boss Deng."

Gu Zixuan looked at the bearded man and said, eager to see how Lin Chen would deal with Boss Deng next.

"Hmph, refusing to hand over treasures? Turns out you’re greedy for money and not afraid of death. In that case, I’ll have to take it myself."