On the main seat, Xing Yuan saw that Po Xiao and Hong Mo had both retreated to the sides, and the entire hall fell silent again. His expression softened a bit.
"Alright, you've all heard Po Xiao's idea. Don't pretend to be deaf or mute now. Share your thoughts!"
Xing Yuan's voice spread. The Hong Mo who had just retreated stepped forward.
"I disagree!"
"Gui Wu's strength is low, and she's an outsider. She hasn't made any significant contributions to the Dark Association. Why should she be rewarded with a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir?"
"If Your Excellency agrees to this, what will the other members of the association think? Many of them have dedicated their lives to the Dark Association!"
As he spoke, Hong Mo glanced at Po Xiao, giving him a provocative look.
It was as if he was saying, want the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir? Dream on!
Of course, he wasn't wrong. How precious was the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir? How could it be used on someone like Gui Wu?
"Hong Mo speaks with good reason, but I believe Po Xiao has also considered these points. Since he can still make such a request, he must have his own reasons. It's best to hear Po Xiao's reasons before making a decision."
Huang Shan, standing nearby, spoke after a brief contemplation.
Luo Luo, standing beside him, said, "I will not comment on this matter. Regardless of what Lord Xing Yuan decides, I have no objections."
Listening to the words of the three Earth-level enforcers, Ye Cangtian let out a cold laugh in his heart.
As for Hong Mo, it was obvious he was opposed to him to the end.
As for Huang Shan and Luo Luo, although they had some contact with him in private.
But perhaps out of fear of Hong Mo, their words were like muddling through, saying nothing of substance!
It even gave Ye Cangtian the illusion that they just wanted to watch him and Hong Mo clash!
"Po Xiao, did you hear what they said?"
"Share your thoughts!"
Xing Yuan's gaze swept over to Po Xiao and he said lightly.
Upon hearing this, Ye Cangtian pondered for a moment before slowly speaking.
"Firstly, Gui Wu's previous cultivation was not weak. If she were to recover her injuries with the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir, she might even break through to the Earth-level realm in one go. Then, the Dark Association would essentially have another Earth-level expert!"
"Secondly, Gui Wu's abilities are excellent. The Ninja Department previously entrusted her with many international affairs, which shows her capabilities are by no means ordinary!"
"The last point, now that Gui Wu has become a cripple, and with many factions eyeing her, they are likely also coveting her abilities and strength..."
Ye Cangtian's meaning was clear: if such a person fell into the hands of others, it would be a tremendous loss.
"Po Xiao, the reasons you've given seem insufficient!"
"In terms of ability, there are many capable individuals in the Dark Association, and many who can break through to the Earth-level by consuming the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir!"
"So why should the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir be given to Gui Wu and not to our own people? This doesn't make sense!"
Hong Mo glanced at Po Xiao and continued coldly, "Besides, the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir is not just any common cabbage or radish. How many people can get their hands on it? Even if they get Gui Wu, she'll just be a useless piece of trash!"
"The Dark Association indeed has many talents, but I believe there are very few who can surpass Gui Wu!"
"She earned the title of 'Heaven's Favorite Daughter' in the Ninja Department. Both her talent and her influence are far beyond those you mentioned!"
"Lastly, I must say, do not underestimate any faction. Don't forget, I snatched Gui Wu from Ye Cangtian!"
"Are you suggesting that the Yin Group doesn't have Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir? Or are you planning to hand Gui Wu over to the Yin Group?"
Ye Cangtian's tone grew heavier, and Huang Shan and Luo Luo exchanged a glance.
This Po Xiao is indeed not simple!
Although Hong Mo was powerful and his words were logical, he was still countered by Po Xiao. Moreover, Po Xiao had subtly placed a heavy accusation on Hong Mo.
At the same time, Hong Mo's face became extremely grim, feeling as if something was stuck in his throat, making him unable to utter a word.
Who could say for sure that Gui Wu wouldn't be snatched away by the Yin Group?
After all, even Shangguan Yanran was rescued under the strict guard of the Dark Association. It wouldn't be abnormal for the Yin Group to rescue Gui Wu.
And if the Yin Group rescued Gui Wu and then used her abilities against the Dark Association, wouldn't Po Xiao's words become a self-fulfilling prophecy?
That would essentially confirm Po Xiao's accusation, making it difficult for him to argue.
After a long silence, Hong Mo finally spoke, "Why go through so much trouble? Why not simply kill Gui Wu? That would solve everything."
Hong Mo would absolutely not compromise with Po Xiao.
Putting aside other matters, after consuming the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir, Gui Wu had a high probability of breaking through to the Earth-level.
At that time, due to Ye Cangtian's efforts to obtain the elixir for her, Gui Wu would surely side with Po Xiao. If Zi Long also joined them, their faction would become too powerful.
It would be extremely difficult for him to resist.
Therefore, the only solution now was to kill Gui Wu.
This would not only avoid the heavy accusation leveled by Po Xiao but also prevent Po Xiao's faction from expanding, achieving two objectives with one action.
"I finally understand why the Dark Association has always been unable to surpass the Bright Hall and the Yin Group!"
"The Dark Association can clearly absorb talents from other factions to strengthen itself, but because of people like you, the Dark Association has missed opportunities time and time again!"
"Hong Mo, you are truly a sinner of the Dark Association!"
Upon hearing Hong Mo's words, Ye Cangtian glanced at him and said coldly.
"You..."
With those words, Hong Mo was rendered speechless with anger, his face turning a deep red.
He truly hadn't expected Po Xiao's words to be so sharp.
"Alright, stop arguing."
At this moment, Xing Yuan interrupted their argument. He looked at Ye Cangtian and asked, "Po Xiao, how confident are you in completely winning over Gui Wu?"
"Fifty percent."
"However, as long as I'm given enough time, winning over Gui Wu won't be a problem."
Ye Cangtian said calmly. Gui Wu's attitude towards him had improved considerably, but for her to truly follow him wholeheartedly would still be somewhat difficult.
"Heh heh."
Upon hearing this, contempt flashed in Hong Mo's eyes.
Only a 50% chance, such a low probability, and he had the nerve to say it out loud!
Thinking this, Hong Mo remained silent. He believed that with such a low probability and no immediate results, Xing Yuan would certainly not agree, and he wouldn't need to say anything.
On the other side, Xing Yuan slowly nodded and fell silent.
After a short while, he looked at Ye Cangtian again and said, "Po Xiao, if I say, send Gui Wu back to Japan, what do you think her chances are of controlling the entire Japanese Ninja Department?"
"..."
Ye Cangtian was slightly stunned. He hadn't expected Xing Yuan to ask such a question. It was clear that the other party had set his sights on this, sharing the same idea as Dongfang Mingyue.
The two were too in sync. If one wasn't in the Yin Group and the other wasn't at the Dark Association headquarters, he would have thought they were colluding!
"Very difficult."
Ye Cangtian gave a two-word answer and then explained.
It was already common knowledge that the Dark Association had obtained Gui Wu. Even if the news hadn't reached the Ninja Department yet.
But when Gui Wu returned to fight for power, someone would surely reveal this matter and sabotage it.
After all, no faction could stand by and watch the Dark Association install a puppet to control the Ninja Department.
As he spoke, Ye Cangtian, fearing that Xing Yuan might not give up, added, "Lord Xing Yuan, actually, there's no need to do anything further to the Ninja Department..."
Under the attacks from the Bright Hall and the Dark Association, the Ninja Department was now completely defunct and its international standing had plummeted.
To recover its strength would take decades, as many factions would not easily give the Ninja Department a chance to rise again.
In this case, the Ninja Department was a mess.
If the Dark Association took in the Ninja Department, it wouldn't be gaining a helper, but an additional burden.
Listening to Po Xiao's explanation, Xing Yuan's eyes rolled, and he slowly nodded.
What the other party said was correct. If the Ninja Department was to function as before, it was currently impossible. Its strength had to be improved first.
This would involve astronomical costs, and there would be interference from others.
If that were the case, it would be better to increase efforts and support the Caesar Mercenary Group, forging an iron army!
Thinking this, Xing Yuan looked at Ye Cangtian again and pondered for a moment before saying, "To be honest, giving the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir to Gui Wu is somewhat of a waste. It's difficult for her to bring unimaginable benefits to the Dark Association."
He paused and then added, "However, what you said also makes sense. Gui Wu's abilities are good, and such a person cannot be allowed to be taken by other factions."