Published: February 12, 2025
Although Ye Zhongming understood what these people meant, he still felt a bit uncomfortable upon hearing those words.
Sending him to the sky... that felt a bit ominous.
Perhaps this decision was too important for these allies, so they didn’t consider anything else.
“Why should my Zhong Ming be the one to do something so dangerous?”
Xia Lei expressed her dissatisfaction, leaning forward with a very dangerous glint in her eyes as she stared at the speaker, Wang Hanran.
Although the King of Cloud Summit was Ye Zhongming, only he could converse with Wang Hanran from a positional standpoint.
But everyone knew Xia Lei's special status in Cloud Summit; she was not only Ye Zhongming's woman, but also the actual controller of the villa.
So, faced with this woman's dissatisfaction and doubt, Wang Hanran nodded apologetically before continuing.
“There are many reasons, but the most important ones are as follows.”
“You had better convince me.”
After Xia Lei said this, she leaned back in her chair, crossing her arms.
Wang Hanran smiled good-naturedly, “First of all, it’s about strength. Everyone sitting here is a true expert from the national district, each one a dominant figure, leading countless followers and holding the power of the apocalypse.”
Though this sounded a bit arrogant, it was basically the truth.
Just the Cloud Summit Villa and two commercial organizations were almost capable of controlling half the wealth of the national district.
And in the apocalypse, wealth was basically equivalent to strength.
“But we must all acknowledge that Mr. Ye, you are the strongest. This point is undeniable, right?”
Wang Hanran looked around the room.
Everyone else nodded in agreement, even the two stewards from the Five Rings Society, who were not particularly fond of Ye Zhongming.
Before today, they might not have had a clear understanding, but having seen Ye Zhongming single-handedly fight against three ninth-level lives, they were convinced.
That was strength!
Not convinced? Could you fight against three ninth-level lives?
Even if they came one by one?
No, if it weren't for a last resort, they wouldn’t even want to face one ninth-level life alone.
So, when they said he was the strongest, it was a fact.
“This matter is indeed very dangerous. We don’t know what we will face once we get up there, but we have no other choice. If we go up and encounter something, the success rate would be even lower.”
“You still haven’t answered my previous question. Does being strong mean one should die?” Xia Lei lightly tapped the armrest.
“Please allow me to continue explaining,” Wang Hanran replied and went on, “Our goal is ultimately to find out what exactly has happened, to understand the apocalypse itself, and naturally, we need to seek methods with greater chances of success. Undoubtedly, Mr. Ye is the one with the highest probability.”
“And!”
Wang Hanran continued, “Comprehensive quality.”
“Your comprehensive quality is too strong; you are not only the best warrior but also the most outstanding top craftsman, with the ability to control plants, and at the same time... you are an exceptional businessman.”
Businesspeople in the apocalypse are not purely businessmen. In this regard, Ye Zhongming undoubtedly found the best balance point.
“And the most important thing is that you have a charisma that others cannot possess, which always brings people together around you.”
At this point, Wang Hanran sighed, feeling quite emotional.
It is undeniable that Ye Zhongming's current status is greatly related to his craftsman profession and having two top laboratories.
Everyone basically gathered around him for various benefits.
Interests come first; this holds true in any era.
But don’t forget why Ye Zhongming was able to reach the pinnacle in the craftsman profession. Why were the heads of the two laboratories willing to pledge loyalty to him?
Luck? Yes, that is certain, and surely there are reasons behind it. Ultimately, this reflects personal charisma.