A few days later.
As a helicopter landed, Ye Cangtian and Lan Yue emerged from a skyscraper in Kyoto.
Looking at the familiar surroundings, both were filled with emotion.
No one could have imagined that the trip to the Dark Ruins would completely change the Dark Association; it truly felt like a dream.
"Junior Brother, I have to contact Xuan Liu and deal with many matters, so I won't be accompanying you. We part ways here."
"If you have any instructions, just contact me directly."
Hearing Lan Yue's words, Ye Cangtian nodded and said, "Alright, let's keep in touch."
With a response, the two parted ways.
...
Ye Cangtian did not head to the branch company but instead went directly to the family compound.
Upon arriving at the compound, before he could even enter, he heard Elder Xu's voice.
"Remember, this time the Temple of Light comes, no matter what methods you use, you must do everything you can to capture them all..."
Heh heh.
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian's lips curled up into a slight smile.
It seemed the Dragon Group had already received intelligence!
Thinking this, he walked directly in, saw the figure sitting under the tree, and laughed heartily, "Old man, I'm back, did you miss me!"
Hmm?
Hearing the familiar voice, Elder Xu's eyes lit up, and he looked through the crowd, indeed seeing the familiar figure.
"Hahaha, you rascal, you're finally willing to come back!"
Elder Xu laughed heartily, then waved his hand at the people around him and said, "You all go about your business."
Watching everyone leave, Ye Cangtian walked over and sat down in front of the old man, saying, "Old man, it's only been a few days, and your news is getting more and more well-informed!"
"There has been some progress, and it's all thanks to you."
Elder Xu smiled and explained that the Dragon Group's intelligence had become much more accurate due to Kaisa's joining.
Oh?
Ye Cangtian looked at Elder Xu with confusion and then learned that after Kaisa went to Kill City, she had come to Kyoto, China.
This was something previously agreed upon with Viper, and it was mainly at Ye Cangtian's behest.
When Ye Cangtian destroyed Skynet's Blood Night, he had taken Kaisa with him because he saw her talent.
That's why he had Viper train Kaisa, aiming to improve the capabilities of China's information department.
As a result, after Kaisa completed her training, Viper directly sent her to Kyoto.
After a brief explanation about Kaisa, Elder Xu seemed to realize something and looked over, saying, "Kid, you also know about the impending arrival of the Temple of Light?"
"Yes!"
Ye Cangtian did not conceal this, nodding in affirmation, and continued, "I also received the news not long ago that the Temple of Light wants to negotiate with the Dark Association, which is why I rushed back."
Hmm?
Hearing this, Elder Xu frowned and said, "So, the Dark Association sent you to be in charge of the negotiation? What are the terms of the negotiation between the Dark Association and the Temple of Light?"
Ye Cangtian said with a wry smile, "The negotiation was initiated by the Temple of Light, and as you know, the Temple of Light never discloses the negotiation content beforehand."
Upon hearing this, Elder Xu nodded understandingly. The Temple of Light had always been like this, fearing that disclosing the content in advance would allow the other party to prepare.
The next moment, Elder Xu did not dwell on this and directly changed the subject, "Rascal, did everything go smoothly when you went to the Dark Association this time?"
"Smoothly, extremely smoothly!"
Ye Cangtian smiled slyly and did not elaborate on the details, instead saying, "Old man, this story is quite exciting, and you won't hear it without some good wine and food."
"Rascal."
Elder Xu scolded him with a smile, then instructed Secretary Liu to arrange a sumptuous feast and specifically asked her to open two bottles of aged fine wine.
In his opinion, since Ye Cangtian had made such a request, it must be great news.
As expected!
When the food and wine were ready, and the two were enjoying themselves with drinks, he indeed heard momentous news.
The Dark Association had fallen under the control of their own people and was now undergoing a transformation, gradually returning to China's embrace.
Although everything had not yet been finalized, the news was inspiring, and at least a solid step had been taken.
On this matter, Ye Cangtian had hesitated for a long time on the way, and only then did he inform Elder Xu.
After all, the Dragon Group often dealt with the Dark Association, and informing them of this matter was also to reduce friction between the two parties and avoid unnecessary casualties.
"Kid, you have made a great contribution this time! Come, I'll toast you!"
Elder Xu raised his wine glass.
Seeing this, Ye Cangtian quickly raised his wine glass, clinked it with his, and then drank the wine in one gulp.
The next moment, his expression turned serious, and he said, "Old man, although this matter is developing in a positive direction, it must be kept extremely confidential. No one else besides you should know.
Also, you need to be careful about how you handle the attitude towards the Dark Association in the future..."
Upon hearing this, Elder Xu's expression immediately became serious. He had weathered much greater storms and naturally understood what the other party meant.
So, he solemnly said, "Don't worry, I'm confident in this regard. By the way, I have already transferred Weiwei back..."
Elder Xu stated that he was getting old and was no longer as capable as he used to be, wanting to train Xu Weiwei to be his successor.
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian felt a slight tingling in his scalp, but he had to say, "She has been through a lot of training over the years and is a good successor!"
"Haha, I'm relieved to hear you say that."
"She will have to rely on your support in the future!"
"By the way, should I arrange for you two to meet first and get acquainted?"
Upon hearing Ye Cangtian's approval of Xu Weiwei, Elder Xu breathed a sigh of relief and quickly said.
Uh...
At that word, Ye Cangtian's head began to shake like a rattle, and he said, "There will be plenty of opportunities to meet in the future, so there's no need to rush. I'll go back and see Xin Wan first!"
Saying that, Ye Cangtian quickly slipped away from the family compound.
Alas!
Looking at Ye Cangtian's departing back, Elder Xu fell silent for a long time, finally sighed, and shook his head helplessly.
...
After spending four or five days with Tang Xin Wan, Ye Cangtian finally received a message from Lan Yue.
The negotiation team from the Temple of Light had arrived in China, and they were scheduled to meet at the VIP Tower tomorrow.
It seemed their pleasant vacation had come to an end.
Upon receiving the news, Ye Cangtian sighed; what was coming was inevitable.
The next morning.
After seeing Tang Xin Wan off to work, Ye Cangtian went to Yan Hua Xiao Yuan early.
After meeting with Lan Yue, they took Xuan Liu together to the VIP Tower.
There was a small interlude in this. Ye Cangtian had originally intended to go alone, but Lan Yue absolutely refused.
In Lan Yue's opinion, the Temple of Light had just finished their conflict with the Dark Association and was immediately engaging in negotiations, which likely contained a trap.
Therefore, she insisted on protecting Ye Cangtian.
Besides this, there was another reason.
After all, it was a negotiation, and Ye Cangtian going alone seemed to lack sincerity and gravitas. If he brought her and Xuan Liu, it would be somewhat better.
In the end, Ye Cangtian couldn't refuse Lan Yue and had to agree.
...
VIP Tower.
When Ye Cangtian and his group arrived at the VIP Tower, it had already been booked, and two burly men stood at the entrance.
However, the burly men did not stop them, as their masks were quite distinctive.
Soon, the three of them arrived at the banquet hall on the second floor.
In the banquet hall, two rows of men in black stood on either side. They exuded a murderous aura and fierce expressions, clearly elite warriors who had experienced countless battles.
At this moment, a long table had been prepared in the center of the banquet hall, already laden with delicious food.
When Ye Cangtian arrived, his gaze immediately fell upon the middle-aged man at the other end of the long table, who was leisurely sipping red wine with his legs crossed.
This man was dressed in a luxurious Western suit, appearing relaxed as he tasted the wine, but he gave off a sense of danger.