Chapter 152 A Mastermind's Downfall

A few minutes later.

"So you were stirring things up behind the Peak of Glory incident?"

After listening to Hela's report on the interrogation results, Han Xiao couldn't help but look at Sorokin with surprise, his eyes revealing a "so you're also good at making trouble" expression.

"I've changed many identities and have been trying to reduce the number of Beyond Grade As in the universe, but as you can see, the Holy Covenant and Underworld have found ways to revive them. This path is no longer viable."

Sorokin looked utterly despondent.

Having entered the Underworld, he was in the same boat as everyone else. There were no more secrets he couldn't reveal, especially since Hela could control him at any moment.

Reducing the number of Beyond Grade As was once his idea, but the emergence of the Holy Covenant and the Underworld gave the deceased Beyond Grade As a chance to revive. He knew this plan couldn't succeed and was forced to change his thinking.

Sorokin revealed the other identities he had used and confessed to secretly pushing the Peak of Glory incident. He was a sensible person. No matter how unwilling he was, he knew that such a past could become a time bomb, so he took the initiative to speak up.

Hiding it might give him a chance to trick Han Xiao, but now their fates were intertwined. If the Underworld suffered, it would affect him as well. As the old saying goes, since you can't resist, you might as well enjoy it. The Underworld spirits at least had nearly endless lives. Although it wasn't what he truly wanted, it wasn't bad either. He had to choose to protect this last bit of interest.

After listening to Sorokin's various identities, Han Xiao clicked his tongue and said, "So these were all your disguises. You really love to see the world in chaos."

Originally, he was thinking about how to pin Gothe's crimes on Sorokin, but now it was much easier. Sorokin had so many former identities and a history of guiding the Peak of Glory incident. The motive was obvious!

As for clues and evidence, with Sorokin himself here, he didn't have to worry about not getting them. He wasn't afraid of him not cooperating.

Han Xiao temporarily suppressed this thought and changed the subject. "Let's put that aside for now. Tell me about the resources you have, such as secret stashes of wealth, or internal information and trade secrets of the Infinite Financial Group… Confess and be lenient, resist and be punished severely. If you cooperate obediently, I might leave some for you."

Sorokin knew that Han Xiao was eyeing his accumulation and wanted to squeeze out all his benefits. He was unwilling, but Hela forced him to tell the truth, so he could only reveal his entire fortune.

Han Xiao wrote it all down, somewhat impressed.

"Not bad, you've accumulated quite a few good things. Besides technology, blueprints, and knowledge, you've even secretly collected eight Universe Treasures…"

If it weren't for Jerboa, his stock of Universe Treasures would be about the same.

Being rich is indeed amazing!

As for the Infinite Financial Group, it was a large cake. Although Han Xiao wanted to swallow it whole, he had to restrain his appetite, or he would arouse more suspicion.

Sorokin "absconding with funds out of fear of punishment" would inevitably cause the Infinite Financial Group to suffer greatly, and be divided and eaten by many forces. Han Xiao didn't plan to enter the market early. He planned to have the Sprout Financial Group and other forces take action after the incident was exposed, ensuring that he would get a piece of the cake. Being too greedy would be counterproductive.

However, Sorokin's "escape route" of secretly withdrawing funds from the Infinite Financial Group would benefit himself, and he could basically eat it all up.

After Sorokin finished confessing, Han Xiao also contentedly put away his records, grinning.

"Alright, you've said what you need to say. Stay here and adapt… Hela, take care of this guy. I'll go back first."

Hela nodded expressionlessly. "Don't worry, I'll take good care of him."

She emphasized the word "take care," and Han Xiao immediately remembered Hela's battle-maniac nature. He couldn't help but silently mourn for Sorokin.

He didn't have time to spar with Hela, and Sorokin, as the only soul body spirit in the Underworld with Beyond Grade A combat power, was obviously the most suitable training dummy – since he couldn't be killed, he would be beaten to death!

Han Xiao glanced at Sorokin with a strange look, shook his head, and disappeared using Emperor's Arrival.

Seeing this, Sorokin sighed inwardly, feeling that his life's encounters were like a dream. He could only adapt to the new life.

At this moment, the seven Spirit King happily gathered around.

"Eighth Brother, let's chat. Tell us what major events have happened in the universe over the years. We're very curious."

Sorokin's face darkened.

"Who's your Eighth Brother? Don't bother me, scram!"

…

Time passed day by day. Not long after Sorokin disappeared, the interstellar society finally noticed that the head of the Infinite Financial Group hadn't appeared for some time.

Although Sorokin's level was too high and few people could see him, he was, after all, the head of a top-tier financial group in the universe, and his level of attention was not low. Secrets could not be kept forever.

Without the orders of the head, there was a certain amount of chaos within the Infinite Financial Group, which was spread through the ranks of employees, making it impossible to hide the situation.

Just as the interstellar society was suspicious, the Crimson Dynasty suddenly issued an wanted order with Sorokin as the target!

In the wanted order, the dynasty claimed that the investigation had made a breakthrough, exposing Sorokin's true identity and many disguises. It listed his many crimes, including leading the Peak of Glory incident, and even claimed that Sorokin was inextricably linked to Gothe's disappearance, believing that Sorokin had disappeared out of fear of punishment, so it was chasing him throughout the universe.

Ever since Han Xiao revealed Sorokin's secrets to the dynasty's higher-ups, the dynasty had been secretly investigating Sorokin's various experiences for the past two years. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Han Xiao left behind some of the relevant evidence revealed by Sorokin, without personally coming forward. Instead, he secretly guided the dynasty to discover these clues on its own during the investigation, naturally exposing Sorokin's actions.

Once the news was released, the entire interstellar society was shaken, and countless interstellar citizens and interstellar forces were shocked by the news!

All along, Sorokin's image in the eyes of the world was that of a business tycoon, a universe financial magnate, and a Beyond Grade A who didn't like to use force. His business talent was more noticed than his Beyond Grade A status. No one had thought that Sorokin had such a big secret, that a famous universe financial magnate was actually the mastermind behind so many cases!

For a time, the public opinion about Sorokin soared to the sky. His experience was too legendary, and almost everyone couldn't help but imagine things. Conspiracy theories became the most popular saying.

The interstellar society was talking about Sorokin's deeds with great interest. As the public opinion continued to spread, the statements gradually became more entertaining. Like a meme infection, more and more people began to tease Sorokin.

In the eyes of the interstellar citizens, Sorokin seemed to have become the biggest conspirator to date. Everything was related to him, and even the fact that the old sow next door suddenly gave birth to seven piglets was his unknown grand plan.

A new meme was born on the interstellar network. No matter what the matter was, the discussion ended with "This is all Sorokin's conspiracy!.jpg".

The bystanders were celebrating, while the Infinite Financial Group was filled with gloom.

The head of the financial group ran away with funds, and the dynasty's suppression followed closely. The negative impact led to the financial group being distrusted. A large number of creditors came to demand repayment, the stock price was severely hit, and all kinds of partners and interstellar banks no longer provided loans. The capital chain gradually showed signs of breaking, and it was already too late to salvage the situation.

Noticing the Infinite Financial Group's predicament, all kinds of jackals and tigers showed their fangs and began to act, devouring the Infinite Financial Group's vast business empire one bite at a time.

A large number of forces shared the feast. A large number of talents from the Infinite Financial Group were lost, and countless businesses were swallowed up. The scale was shrinking crazily, and Sorokin's years of hard work collapsed like a domino.

Under Han Xiao's instructions, the Sprout Financial Group also participated, sharing a piece of the pie as a shareholder. Other shareholders such as Mai Mai Zi and Ke Ke Zi were not willing to be lonely, tacitly dividing up the remnants of the Infinite Financial Group, eating with greasy mouths.

On the other hand, Sorokin was, after all, a member of the Beyond Grade A Association. Because of this matter, the association had to hold a meeting to discuss how to deal with it.

…

Fane Star, the headquarters of the Beyond Grade A Association, a meeting was being held in the round table conference room.

"It's hard to imagine that Sorokin, who has always shown himself to be weak, was hiding such a big secret… He's the First Sanctum that has survived to this day. Who knows how strong he is? We didn't even notice it for so long!"

Kesuye's tone was full of surprise.

"He's really hidden it very deeply. I always thought he was really weak and even laughed at him. I guess he was laughing in his heart." Sun Hunter scratched his head.

"Actually, I'm a little suspicious. Would Sorokin really do this? Could it be someone else's framing? After all, some people have a criminal record…" A neutral Beyond Grade A couldn't help but glance at the dynasty's direct line. The implication was self-evident, and he was an old fire starter.

"We have absolute evidence." Klotti responded indifferently, not getting angry.

Everyone discussed for a long time. Suddenly, Han Xiao coughed, indicating that he had something to say. Everyone immediately quieted down.

Seeing this, Han Xiao smacked his lips and slowly said:

"Sorokin's conspiracy has been confirmed. He once led the Peak of Glory incident. Attacking Gothe may have been an attempt to repeat the same trick. In any case, as a senior member of the association, he's not on the same side as us. Instead, he wants to split the Beyond Grade A group. He violated the association's principles and caused a very bad impact… I suggest revoking his membership as punishment. Everyone, vote."

Hearing this, everyone looked at each other. After a long while, people raised their hands one after another.

"Seconded!"

"Seconded!"

One Beyond Grade A after another expressed their opinions. The majority agreed, and soon only Manison was left without expressing his opinion.

"Old man, what do you say?" Han Xiao raised an eyebrow.

Manison glanced at him, expressionlessly, and said, "I also agree. From today onwards, Sorokin's seat will be revoked. He is no longer a member of the Beyond Grade A Development Union."

…

The Crimson Dynasty's home planet, the Prime Minister's office.

"Is that so? The Beyond Grade A Association revoked Sorokin's membership… They're quite sensible."

After reading the report, Mabrus nodded slightly, his expression quite calm, as if he had expected it.

Across from him was Beikrodi. There were only two of them in the room.

Beikrodi hesitated and whispered, "Do you really believe that Gothe was attacked by Sorokin?"

"I don't believe it." Mabrus answered without hesitation.

"Then why did you…"

Mabrus tapped the table and slowly said, "The evidence came too easily. Ask yourself, if you were Sorokin, would you leave so many intelligence loopholes? This evidence is very suspicious. Although it's confirmed that it's not fake and is the real situation, someone secretly guided us to obtain it, perhaps to confuse our vision and try to use a real lie to hide the real culprit."

"But Sorokin has indeed disappeared. According to your idea, the guy who made Sorokin disappear may be the same person who attacked Gothe?"

"Hmm, very likely." Mabrus was thoughtful. "Don't you think all of this is too coincidental? It's as if there's an invisible hand controlling the overall situation. You say… could it really be Black Star who did it?"

"I dare not easily judge." Beikrodi hesitated. "Logically speaking, Gothe was just trying to replicate the Evolution Cube. Black Star wouldn't cause such a big storm. He has no reason to do so…"

"Perhaps there are still secrets we don't know about." Mabrus was noncommittal, his eyes flickering. "I have a feeling that there may be a powerful force hidden in the universe that we haven't noticed…"

"What do you mean?"

"Hehe, it's classified."

Mabrus shook his head and smiled, not answering. He silently recalled a top-secret intelligence that he had only seen after becoming Prime Minister.

Ling Emperor is a First Sanctum, but he has survived to this day. Is he really just an isolated case…