181: Chapter 181 A Rumor That Isn't a Rumor

Governors Mansion, small building in the back garden.

Xu Chaoyang walked into the bright hall and took off his military cap, handing it to a maid.

While a maid helped him take off his general's uniform, he smiled and asked Wei Mingzhu and the female official beside her.

"Mingzhu, Peng Lin, what are you two talking about?"

Wei Mingzhu nodded at the female official, who immediately replied, "Acting on the Madam's orders, we are arranging an assassination plan. The target is named Tang Long."

"Tang Long? Is that the young man The Sect planted in the First Specialized Academy?"

"Yes, Governor."

"Heh, what a coincidence. At this morning's regular meeting, that name nearly wore my ears out. Is there some reason he absolutely must die?"

Wei Mingzhu stood up, waved the maids away, and came over to change his clothes herself.

"You've been too busy, so I haven't mentioned it to you before. He is the Holy Messenger of this generation of the Sixth Holy System. After my investigation, it is now basically confirmed that he can see the blasphemy mark."

Xu Chaoyang revealed a look of realization. "No wonder. So that old angler assigned the task to you?"

"It's not entirely because of orders from above; he also seems to be able to see the Sun Worshiper mark. Chaoyang, what happened? Why did his name appear in your meeting?"

Xu Chaoyang sighed. "We were originally summarizing news about the battle against the Alien God's minions last night, and then the conversation turned to this Tang Long."

"According to the information I received, last night he first colluded with Feng Qulai to unseal Blue Ridge and release the Howling Queen. Then he passed the Heaven-Abandoned Trial and obtained a Wuque Method of the Huagai level."

"This morning, Ritual Master Yu Hai and Shi Chengyu from the Imperial Academy came by and reached a tripartite agreement with people from The Sect and the Qiguang Sect; Tang Long is currently considered to be employed by all of them."

"Also, that kid made some comments regarding the visit of the Sangyu delegation, which were highly praised by the rough men under my command. I heard he's also going to succeed as the President of the White Clothes Society."

"You can read the file yourself in a moment for the specifics. But this kid has undoubtedly become a hot commodity."

"If you want to move against him now, I'm afraid it will be very difficult."

Wei Mingzhu was greatly shocked. "What! That witch has escaped? Has the news been confirmed?"

Xu Chaoyang nodded slightly. "I'm afraid it's likely true."

Wei Mingzhu looked a bit dazed. "How could that person have absolutely no reaction?"

Xu Chaoyang smiled slightly. "He is old; I'm afraid he can't manage things anymore. Let me tell you a top-secret piece of information: I received news that his mental state might have deteriorated."

This matter greatly shocked Wei Mingzhu.

Wei Mingzhu hurriedly asked: "Is the source of the information reliable?"

"My people aren't qualified to get close to the shrine; they could only vaguely hear some of Lv Yang's exclamations and his ramblings. However, the fact that Lv Yang entered the shrine at dawn and hasn't come out since is absolutely true."

"I believe the matter of the seal can also serve as indirect confirmation."

"The sharp sword hanging over our heads is likely truly dull now."

Wei Mingzhu nodded deeply. "If that's the case, it's indeed a great joyous occasion, but I'm afraid this might be him putting on a show."

Xu Chaoyang took her hand. "Rest assured. I will definitely verify it through multiple channels until it is completely confirmed."

"However, you also promised me that you would sever ties with the Blasphemers as soon as possible."

"Carrying such a stigma and getting mixed up with a bunch of brainless fools will lead to problems sooner or later."

Wei Mingzhu sighed slightly. "What good would severing ties do?"

"Could I reveal my identity as a Sun Worshiper? If I could, Ye Baiqiao wouldn't have ended up the way he did back then."

"At the very least, their intelligence network is developed enough to help you grasp a lot of information."

"Let's not talk about this for now. I want to get rid of Tang Long as soon as possible, and at the same time, I can test that person."

Xu Chaoyang smiled bitterly. "Alright. But don't make a move within the city. As long as he leaves the city, I guarantee you will receive the news immediately."

"Leave the city? Why are you in such a rush to leave the city again?"

Inside the Jinyue Martial Arts Hall, Mad Dog was asking Tang Long in confusion.

Tang Long did not answer directly. "I have my secrets; don't ask for now. The things I entrusted to you need to start immediately."

Mad Dog was still hesitant. "I can understand you spreading the news that Wei Jian fell into the hands of Ye Qingzhou."

"But the old guy's situation... The people from The Sect are all executioners. Once something goes wrong, many people will lose their lives because of it; those are all brothers who have followed me for many years."

"And there's Wei Mingzhu's identity as a Sun Worshiper. If you don't make an issue of it with Lv Yang, what's the point of spreading rumors?"

"If you do things this way, it would be strange if Song City didn't fall into chaos."

Tang Long smiled. "Brother Dog, do I have any need to harm your friends?"

"You are not a fool. The reason you can't see it clearly for a moment is because you haven't put yourself in their shoes."

"The Wei Family is married into the Governors Mansion, and there is also a bishop above them. Once the old man falls, who can suppress them?"

"At least in Song City, a mere Ye Qingzhou can't bite them at all; only The Sect can make them wary. But what if Governor Xu also shields them?"

"As the rumors spread, does Bishop Wei need to state his position? Does Governor Xu need to make a clarification?"

"Precisely because the old man has run into problems, they must react as quickly as possible to maintain their own authority."

"Once The Sect initiates investigation procedures, Wei Mingzhu won't be able to hide it no matter what; she will either have to flee or become a discarded pawn."

"At that time, Bishop Wei will have to sacrifice his kin for righteousness, and Governor Xu will have to draw a line. At the same time, their relationship with the Wei Family will be hard to maintain."

"Once these two biggest backers behind the Wei Family are toppled, the rest will be easy to handle."

"Chaos, it will definitely be chaotic, but there's nothing wrong with chaos. Without great chaos, how can there be great order?"

"Not to mention Dongyu, just looking at the current situation in Song City, it's impossible for it to get better without a major surgery."

"We have already offended the Wei Family to death, and Wei Mingzhu is definitely plotting to kill me. With our current strength, if we don't strike first, we are just sitting ducks waiting for death."

Mad Dog listened, his eyes dazed for a moment, and it took him a long time to nod.

"Alright. Actually, I don't really understand these things, but I hope things develop as you said."

Tang Long smiled and patted his shoulder. "Rest assured, nothing will happen. Tell the brothers, if people from The Sect come to investigate, don't resist hard; just push it onto me as much as possible. I'll go and fight this legal battle with The Sect later."

Mad Dog wanted to ask a few more questions, but at that moment, both of their phones rang almost simultaneously.

"Let's not talk for now. They have arrived; hurry up."

Mad Dog could only nod, and the two walked out of the room.

Actually, the theory Tang Long just gave couldn't be considered a lie, but it was far from the whole truth. He didn't tell Mad Dog the most important part.

The three rumors that weren't rumors were not only intended to pry open the Wei Family but also to knock on Governor Xu and The Sect.

Tang Long first wanted to see what kind of reaction that Governor Xu would have.

At the same time, he wanted to force Lv Yang to talk to him.

The old guy had been refusing to communicate, which was a very abnormal situation.

Tang Long guessed it might be because of something the High Priest said to him before he went mad.

About him.

But now the High Priest was done for, and Lv Yang had become a headless fly. If he didn't create some more insurmountable difficulties for him, it seemed he wouldn't be able to think of him for a while.

As long as he came to talk to him, it would be easy to handle.

At that time, perhaps he could further influence the Songcheng Sect.