Top Grade Pure Beauty CEO-Chapter 688 - Choose the Greater over the

Chapter 688: Chapter 688 Choose the Greater over the Lesser [Second Update] Chapter 688: Chapter 688 Choose the Greater over the Lesser [Second Update] Ling Tian was representing the military’s image when he was outside, his every action could be interpreted as being instigated by the military.

Within the military, Ling Tian’s actions had also sparked intense debate. Some criticized him for being too impulsive, feeling he shouldn’t have provoked the Li Family of Xuan Country without any prior planning. This could be detrimental to the state, demonstrating a lack of strategic vision.

Others stood by Ling Tian, arguing that if they weren’t prepared, then they should get prepared. The incident had already occurred, so could a discussion now somehow reset the established facts to zero?

Is their head filled with nothing but excrement?

“Dreaming of overthrowing Ling Tian over this,” General Zhen of Ling Tian’s faction scoffed, and then gave an order, “Contact Nangong Yin, tell him, I want to see him.”

“Yes.”

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When Nangong Yin received the phone call, he was very cautious, neither agreeing outright nor declining but simply stated that the family had matters to attend to and couldn’t travel far.

Upon hearing this, General Zhen simply called directly and got straight to the point, “If you want your Nangong Family to stay in Xuan Country, then roll over here.”

His tone really didn’t carry the slightest bit of politeness, as if he were scolding a dog.

Who was Nangong Yin?

The Clan Leader of the Nangong Family, one of the Eight Great Sects of Xuan Country, when had he ever suffered such an insult? Yet, he still endured it.

He had no choice but to endure, he couldn’t afford to provoke the identity of the other party.

Nangong Yin could somewhat guess the reason this high-ranking elder sought him out; nine times out of ten, it had to do with Li Xiaoyao.

He hesitated for a long time, chain-smoking one cigarette after another in his study. Half an hour later, he came out of the study, said a few words to his wife, and then left the family home.

That evening, Nangong Yin arrived at the elder’s office.

Opulent doesn’t begin to describe the luxury; contrary to the rumors of the army’s austerity, there wasn’t a sign of it here.

“Oh, you’ve arrived? Have a seat and drink some tea.” Upon seeing him, General Zhen was amiable, his sparse white hair and aged face casting a friendly glow, like a kindly grandfather next door.

The armed soldiers standing on both sides of the door exuded an aura like fierce beasts. Nangong Yin glanced at them and knew that their cultivation level was not low, but it still fell far short compared to his own.

Despite his powerful cultivation level, even though the old man in front of him looked feeble, as though a single slap could end his life, Nangong Yin still didn’t dare to act rashly.

Who would believe that one could sit in this position without some capability?

Nangong Yin was one hundred percent certain that if he dared to make a move, he definitely wouldn’t leave this room alive.

“Clan Leader Nangong, the reason I asked you to come today is to discuss a matter.” General Zhen brewed a pot of tea and pushed a full cup towards him, as Nangong Yin took the teacup, he could clearly see the liver spots and slightly bulging veins on Zhen’s withered palm.

“Hmm,” Nangong Yin held the tea but didn’t drink it. In such a situation, he was genuinely worried the tea might be poisoned.

General Zhen could see his wariness and caution, and with a light smile that revealed a purplish hue to his lips appearing almost seductive, Nangong Yin discerned a glimpse of shrewd cunning.

“The Li Family is on the decline. It won’t be long before there’s one less among the Eight Great Sects of Xuan Country,” General Zhen said lightly after taking a sip of tea, causing Nangong Yin’s heart to skip a beat.

Was the military really planning to take action against the Li Family?

If Ling Tian’s move against the Li Family was a signal, then General Zhen speaking these words to his face was a clear indication that action was imminent.

So, what was the purpose of calling him here today?

Was it to deal with him right here and now?

Just because the Li Family and the Nangong Family had been too close recently?

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Such skillful tactics, yet Nangong Yin failed to see through them.

With a bitter smile, Nangong Yin shook his head and put down the teacup heavily.

He was not one to sit idly by awaiting his fate; if he was going to die, he’d take a few down with him.

The elder seemed not to notice his murderous intent, rubbing his forehead with fatigued, cloudy eyes, he said, “I know you have a good relationship with the Li Family. Those old fools originally wanted to wipe out the Nangong Family along with them, but I stopped them.”

A plot twist?

Nangong Yin narrowed his eyes and scrutinized the situation, but unfortunately, the old man’s scheming was too deep, far beyond the understanding of someone whose thoughts were wholly invested in cultivation.

“You don’t need to doubt me, if I really wanted to exterminate the Nangong Family, would you still be sitting here having tea with me?” The elder laughed hoarsely, making Nangong Yin somewhat uneasy.

“The Eight Great Sects of Xuan Country are indeed powerful, but if the nation truly targeted you, how likely do you think you would survive?”

“What exactly do you want?” Nangong Yin was still somewhat angry, the elder’s words had demeaned him to nothing, as if the Eight Great Sects were mere bugs in Xuan Country.

The elder nodded his head and laughed contentedly, “Unrestrained, always a bit wild; wouldn’t you agree?”

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Nangong Yin remained silent. He understood the elder’s implication—they wanted to pacify them.

“Think about it, but there’s not much time. You must have heard about that boy from the Li Family returning, haven’t you? Ling Tian will be visiting the Li Family in the next few days. Unless a miracle happens, you probably won’t see anyone from the Li Family again.”

The elder took out a cigarette and lit it up; the pungent smoke filled the office, forming various shapes as it swirled about in the unventilated room.

Time itself seemed to move slower.

Possibly feeling the moment wasn’t quite intense enough, the elder arched his brow and said, “You’re the first to enter this room. Once you leave, the next one in will be Da Lin Temple. The benefits meant for the Li Family will then be out of reach for the Nangong Family.”

“Huff~”

Nangong Yin exhaled deeply and asked, “Just say it, I accept everything.”

He did not ask about consequences anymore because he was aware that whatever the outcome, all he could do was to accept it.

To refuse might not lead to immediate destruction, but it wouldn’t be much better either.

The elder smiled, his wrinkled face contorting into a viscous grin tinged with cunning and a touch of ferocity.

“You have a daughter,” the elder suddenly asked.

Nangong Yin was stunned for a few seconds, struggling to grasp what he was getting at.

The elder continued, “I have a grandson who once met your daughter on an island. When he returned, he told me to ask for her hand in marriage on his behalf.”

“I refused,” said the elder. “As for the sentimental matters of the young, I prefer not to interfere. Such things should be mutual and natural; forced fruit is never sweet.”

The more Nangong Yin heard, the more confused he became. What exactly did this old man want?

“However,” the elder’s tone shifted, his eyes sharp and calculating, embodying a tyrannical despot, “since you are to submit, mere words are no assurance. If my grandson likes her, such feelings can be cultivated over time. I think we should pick a date and arrange the wedding.”

His fists tightened and then relaxed, his aura fluctuating greatly, Nangong Yin felt something stuck in his throat, an uncomfortable sensation.

It was too much to bear, truly too much.

But what of it?

He could only accept it.