Chapter 1483 - 1163: Seizing the Treasure_3

"I think this is actually a solution," one of them said.

"That’s complete nonsense!" another countered. "We’re not even mentioning Henki’s massive personal strength, let alone the fact that not even three elite Imperial City Imperial Guard warriors can match him. Henki’s not exactly bright in the head; he killed an Imperial Guard soldier right in front of the Emperor! If your attack fails and you sacrifice a few men, you’re just handing the La Sang Family a handle to use against us!"

"Well, what do you suggest? Speak up if you have any better ideas!"

"I haven’t thought of a good solution, but I would never casually offer up a bad one!"

"You’re an idiot!"

"Enough!"

The Great Elder roared, and all the Elders fell silent again.

"I have a suggestion, let’s hear what you Elders think,"

the Great Elder said in a deep voice.

"I think we should return this part of the Greatsword’s tip to the La Sang Family."

As soon as the Great Elder made this statement, all the Elders were stunned. They had considered many plans, but none included returning the tip of the sword.

"Great Elder, do you mean to make amends with the La Sang Family?"

"Yes, that’s exactly what I mean."

"Well, it seems, it might be a solution after all,"

said one of the more steady-minded Elders.

"Huh?" The surrounding Elders looked at him in surprise.

"Look, although we have had some minor frictions with the La Sang Family, there are no major conflicts. Moreover, if the La Sang Family wants to rise again, relying solely on their own Family’s strength will inevitably make them face suppression from other leading Families like ours. At this moment, if we extend a helping hand, they will definitely be grateful for our assistance. Once they rise, they will naturally become our allies," that Elder explained.

"It’s as if you’re assuming they’re already on their way to rising," an Elder said disapprovingly.

"A Family that has contributed a 30 percent increase in energy alloy but still can’t rise either is too stupid, or the alloy is fake. Do you think a Family that was once at the peak is too stupid, or that the Greatsword that has already decapitated three men is fake?" the Elder retorted.

"Furthermore, if there really is a problem, we could always lend a hand to their Family later on," the Great Elder added.

It seemed the Great Elder had set his heart on forming an alliance with the La Sang Family.

The Great Elder observed the expression on each Elder’s face, most of which were perplexed.

"Are you worried that the La Sang Family will grow into a Family powerful enough to compete with us?" the Great Elder asked quietly.

The Elders nodded, as that was indeed the case. The La Sang Family originally was a top-tier Family, but they fell from grace due to backing the wrong side. However, despite their decline, their foundation remained intact, and if given the chance, they could quickly catch up.

"But in this Empire, we are not the only family at the forefront," the Great Elder continued.

The Elders were momentarily stunned, then some of the quicker ones understood.

"The Great Elder means to say that we should start supporting the La Sang Family now, and those other Families will certainly be wary of our union and will suppress the La Sang Family! Without our direct involvement, others will naturally move against them!"

"Yes, that is what I mean."

As things stood, the Elders understood there was no point in further discussion. Whether or not events would unfold as the Great Elder anticipated was no longer something they could determine. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, your votes of recommendation and monthly support on Qidian are greatly appreciated. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)