Xiaoxiao.

Chapter 228 Everyone has their own agenda

Seeing this, Lei Mang could no longer suppress his anger.

His eyes widened and he roared, "Hmph! Why should this human be left to you to deal with?"

So you, Noguchi-ryo, are the best in the world, and no one can disobey you? Huh?

The old fox and I traveled a long way to provide support, and the situation is now stable.

But you're plotting to kick us aside after we've served our purpose, trying to hog all the benefits for yourself. What kind of world is this? Huh?

I think you've gotten so used to throwing your weight around that you've forgotten your place!

Lei Mang's sudden outburst stunned Zhu Xian.

He still couldn't figure out what was wrong with them, but one thing was certain: they genuinely looked down on the price he had offered.

That's strange. Is there something else that they're more concerned about that they haven't discovered yet?

For a moment, Zhu Xian hesitated.

After a long while, he came to his senses and immediately retorted, "What you're saying is simply sophistry!"

All I wanted to do was drag this damned human back to my Noguchi Ridge and boil him alive.

How did it become that I want to monopolize the benefits?

Could this human be some kind of rare treasure?

At this point, a thought suddenly flashed through Zhu Xian's mind, and he seemed to have grasped something.

However, just as Lei Mang was about to speak again to refute him, Chi Ying, who had been standing silently to the side, seemed to have noticed something and quickly pulled him back.

Although Chi Ying remained silent, his eyes were fixed on Zhu Xian's every move.

At first, he also thought that Zhu Xian was planning to take it all for himself, so he pretended to be stupid in front of the two of them.

Judging from his series of actions, he seems to genuinely be unaware of the existence of spatial treasures.

This is strange!

Chi Ying pondered to himself: Judging from Zhu Xian's expression and words, he seemed to know nothing about the spatial treasure hidden on the human in front of him.

But... this shouldn't be! With Zhu Xian's knowledge and experience, how could he not recognize a spatial treasure?

Could there be another hidden story behind this?

Thinking of this, Chi Ying couldn't help but frown.

It was only because he noticed Zhu Xian's unusual behavior that he stopped the enraged Lei Mang.

Kuang Zheng conjured things out of thin air more than once.

The first was the fearsome Immortal-Drinking Blade; and then came the jade gourd.

These two items always appeared out of thin air without warning. Not only could those who were right next to them see them clearly, but even those watching the battle could see them clearly.

How could Zhu Xian, who was always closest to Kuang Zheng and even had his arm cut off, be completely unaware?

Therefore, Akakage thought again: "Could it be that this old guy is playing a trick within a trick? Or is it because he is too focused on the battle and has overlooked these things?"

With this in mind, he spoke up before Lei Mang could, saying, "Gentlemen, gentlemen, listen to what I have to say, let's not argue anymore, lest we damage our harmony."

He first acted as a peacemaker, and then said, "Zhu Xian, you are right! He is just a mere insignificant human being, not worth us going to such lengths to fight over."

How about this?

You have suffered heavy losses this time. Our three factions are of one mind and we feel sorry for you seeing you in such a miserable state.

So, this time, Lao Lei and I won't accept any payment. Consider it a small token of our appreciation for rebuilding your mountain gate.

However, this brat has repeatedly and openly defied me, which is utterly despicable!

What's even more outrageous is that he also injured Lao Lei. This kid must be severely punished!

So, I hope you'll be lenient and let us deal with this arrogant human!

You can rest assured, I will make him wish he were dead, and I will grind his bones to dust to warn the world, so they will know the consequences of daring to defy our three major sects!

Upon hearing this, Lei Mang was overjoyed.

He quickly replied, "Oh dear, yes, yes, yes! Old fox is absolutely right! That's exactly what I meant! It's all that brat's fault, he made me so angry I lost my temper. I spoke without thinking when I was in a hurry, I hope you'll be magnanimous and not mind. Hehehe..."

After saying that, he quickly put on a compassionate expression, as if his impulsiveness just now was because he cared too much about others.

Then he continued, "Look at the suffering you Noguchi Ridge have endured this time, it's absolutely terrible!"

Our three factions have always helped each other, and seeing this scene made Old Fox and me feel extremely sad!

So let's not talk about compensation this time. Just leave this reckless brat to me and the old fox to deal with, and let us vent our anger.

That concludes the matter, how about that? Hehehe..."

If it were only Lei Mang who was like this, Zhu Xian would definitely be so excited that he would dance with joy.

After all, who wouldn't want a windfall?

The problem is that, although everyone says that the three factions are as close as family and of the same blood, that's not actually the case at all.

Besides, even close brothers need to keep clear accounts, and the relationship between the three families is far from that level; at most, they are acquaintances but not friends.

Given this kind of relationship, why would anyone go to great lengths or get hurt for you for no reason?

If their relationship was really as good as they claimed, why wouldn't Zhu Xian have immediately asked them for help when she noticed strangers sneaking into Noguchi Ridge?

The relationship isn't close enough. To put it bluntly, this request for help is actually asking them for assistance, and it's the kind that requires paying a huge price.

After all, there's no such thing as a truly free lunch in this world.

That's why Zhu Xian had no other choice but to ask Chi Ying and the others for help.

You should know that the people you are asking for help from are two of the three most powerful people on the entire Penglai planet!

The price to be paid is unimaginable.

At this point, some people might wonder: why invite two people? Wouldn't it be enough to ask one for help?

In this way, the cost can be reduced by half.

Actually, you really can't.

If only one person is invited to help, it will inevitably offend the other person easily.

Those who weren't invited might think: What's going on? Is this some kind of disrespect?

Since you don't take me seriously, then I'll show you what it means to have the inviolable authority of a lord.

I don't care if you're one of the lords or not, as long as you offend me, you'll pay the price!

did you see it?

This is the result of hiring someone.

It's not that they're petty; they simply lack the capacity to tolerate others.

Rather, the higher a person stands, the more they care about their image.

Therefore, after careful consideration, Zhu Xian decided to extend invitations to both of them at the same time.

Only in this way can we avoid such a thorny situation.

Otherwise, the person you need help with might not even arrive before the person you're unhappy with shows up first.

If that time really comes, things will get really serious.

So whether they like it or not, both of them have to be invited.

However, the price to be paid in this way will undoubtedly be extremely high.

That is why Zhu Xian hesitated and was unable to make a final decision.

Time passed day by day, until the situation gradually spiraled out of his control without him even realizing it.

Seeing that the situation was becoming increasingly critical, Zhu Xian finally realized that she could no longer delay.

Left with no other choice, he had to send an urgent distress signal to the two powerful figures.

As for why Akakage was the one to convey this request for help?

The reason is actually very simple.

The Red Fox clan is extremely widespread across the wilderness; they can be said to be ubiquitous.

As long as any one of the red foxes can be found, the message can be transmitted accurately and at an extremely fast speed.

This method is not only efficient, but also unlikely to arouse the enemy's suspicion.

After all, red foxes are as common as dogs are on Earth, and are loved by the locals.

Not only are they everywhere, but many people also keep them as beloved pets at home;

Even those who don't keep pets will occasionally tease or play with them.

It was by cleverly utilizing this characteristic that Zhu Xian successfully deceived Kuang Zheng, who was lurking in the shadows.

Without anyone noticing, the request for help was sent out.

If one wants to contact Lei Mang directly and convey a request for help, then one must at least go to the territory of Lei Ji Shan.

In this way, there's no time to hide their tracks, let alone have any.

That's why Zhu Xian chose to deliver the message through the Red Fox.

After all, no one would suspect that someone's occasional teasing of the Red Fox might be part of a conspiracy. It was for this reason that Kuang Zheng had no suspicions whatsoever when he saw Zhu Xian teasing the Red Fox.

It was precisely because of the need to deliver a message that Akakage went to Raiji Mountain alone.