At this moment, not everyone in the South Province necessarily knew the name Zhang Yi.
But today, for most people, they only then realized that such a figure existed in the bustling streets of the South Province.
Today, they learned this name: Zhang Yi, a man from the South Province.
In the prosperous and bustling South Province, tonight, over two hundred kilometers of roads were illuminated by countless lights.
"Using ever-burning lamps to guide the souls of the fallen home."
This was the sentiment of most people in the South Province!
Under the cloak of night, a small team assembled in the darkness.
"The people on this list, I want them to be seen before the coffin is sealed tomorrow."
Ye Longlin casually tossed out a list. Everyone on this list was marked for death; none deserved to live.
This matter involved too many people, including many of the top elites in the South Province. It was hard to imagine they would personally step in to deal with a mere street vendor.
To think that they would get involved without even knowing the full story was, frankly, going too far.
Yuan Gang nodded in silence, acknowledging the vast number of people involved. "Fortunately, no one from the capital is implicated. Otherwise, we might have to travel to the capital to apprehend them."
Yuan Gang chuckled. For these ants, sending them to capture them was akin to using a butcher's cleaver to kill a chicken.
As soon as he finished speaking, the phone in Ye Longlin's pocket rang.
Seeing the name displayed, Ye Longlin shot Yuan Gang a look and walked aside to answer.
Yuan Gang naturally felt the glare and muttered, "It couldn't be that coincidental, could it?"
"Ye Longlin, this matter has escalated too much. It has already garnered nationwide attention. If public anger erupts, you might be forced to step down! In the Hall of Glory, many are backbiting you, saying that Ye Longlin is too bloodthirsty and unfit for a high position. As long as you hold your position, someone's head will be on the line every day."
In the nation, there were many who harbored fear towards Ye Longlin!
But so what?
Ultimately, they were afraid of the power he wielded.
With martial strength and real authority in his hands, who wouldn't be apprehensive?
Ye Longlin chuckled, "Elder, what is the Supreme's reaction?"
The person on the other end of the line fell silent.
"Since the Supreme has not spoken, it proves that what I'm doing is right. Let alone the Hall of Glory intervening, even if those old guys step in, so what? Who can stop me if Ye Longlin wants someone dead?"
Ye Longlin's words were undeniably domineering, his aura of conquering the world radiating from within.
The person on the other end was momentarily speechless. While his words were true, there was no need to state them so bluntly, making everyone present feel awkward.
"Be careful. This Wang family is not simple. Behind them stands Elder Wang. Yesterday evening, Elder Wang departed from the Supreme Department. According to reports, he took the last flight back to the South Province."
Elder Wang from the Supreme Department?
Ye Longlin suddenly recalled something and asked, "If I were to smash him to death with the Heavenly King's Seal, would you all have any objections?"
The person on the other end: "......"
"I recall a certain influential figure in charge of the entertainment industry once visiting a film set. An actor asked that influential figure, 'Sir, how should one portray a villainous magnate to exude that sense of arrogance and imperiousness?' Do you know what that influential figure said?"
Ye Longlin remained silent, awaiting the continuation.
"He said, 'Just tone it down a bit.'"
"Alright, you handle it as you see fit. I'm calling to remind you of one thing: tomorrow is the opening ceremony of the International Go Tournament, and the official matches begin the day after. Get things tidied up before the competition so as not to give foreign media any ammunition."
......
In the Wang family villa, Wang Hanyuan stood with his head bowed before the tea table. Facing him was an elder in opulent robes.
Wang Yanwen, one of the decision-makers in the Supreme Department's roundtable, and also the patriarch behind the Wang family.
"Father, it was my fault for not watching Wang Shao closely. I apologize for making you travel all the way from the capital. It's my failing, I apologize. I was too hasty in this matter."
Wang Yanwen appeared nonchalant, as if he wasn't taking the matter seriously, or perhaps he believed his own influence was sufficient to suppress it.
"Have you found out who the other party is?" Wang Yanwen asked slowly, his tone indifferent.
Wang Hanyuan's face flushed with shame, and he remained silent.
Wang Yanwen merely glanced at him, his composed demeanor truly commanding attention.
"Scolding you won't solve the problem."
"Their time is short. No matter how much they want to escalate this, at this critical juncture, no official wants to see this matter blown out of proportion. It should be resolved by tomorrow, and I will personally attend to it. The day after tomorrow is the opening ceremony of the International Go Tournament, where the top sixteen will be decided through a best-of-three format. For now, this is the most crucial matter. Foreign media will be present, so any scandals are unacceptable as they would tarnish the reputation of our Great Xia. Therefore, it must be resolved cleanly."
Wang Yanwen saw things very clearly. From their perspective, they absolutely would not allow anyone to cause trouble at such a sensitive time.
Wang Hanyuan finally frowned, "Father, you mean that's the main reason the War Zone hasn't intervened? If we don't resolve this matter by tomorrow, we'll have to wait until after the tournament. If the War Zone steps in then, even you won't have a winning hand?"
Wang Yanwen glared at him, "Useless! What I mean is, if the War Zone intervenes, even I would have to pay a heavy price to smooth things over. And once this matter becomes a precedent, it will greatly hinder my bid for a position in the Hall of Glory at the end of the year. Do you understand?"
Wang Hanyuan's face stiffened. Now, he finally understood the underlying meaning.
If it wasn't resolved by tomorrow, they would have to abandon Wang Shao.
As the saying goes, every wrong has its perpetrator. No matter how big this incident became, it would stop at Wang Shao, as he was the primary culprit. As long as he died, the matter would be settled.
"Father... he is your grandson after all..."
Wang Hanyuan said incredulously, unable to believe that his own father would tell him to give up on his grandson!
Wang Yanwen snorted, "How many times have you cleaned up his messes? A grandson who causes so much trouble is not worth keeping. Anyway, you're only in your forties; if you really can't stand it, you can just have another one. It's not a big deal. Either resolve everything by tomorrow and let it end here, or have another child yourself. Choose."
Wang Hanwen was conflicted by these two options. Ultimately, he gritted his teeth, a killing intent flashing in his eyes, "I'll go invite the Dark Hall..."
Before he could finish, Wang Yanwen slapped him across the face, "Scoundrel! That is an enemy of Great Xia! Have you forgotten how your elder brother died?"
"Then I'll go invite the 'Cleaners'!"