Published: March 8, 2025
Facing the howling cold wind, Mo Tianji’s handsome face grew increasingly calm.
“This time, we can only act according to the situation. It can be considered a collision, not a battle,” Mo Tianji said. “But I need to gauge my opponent’s foundation.”
Chu Yang nodded, “Yes, if we were to collide head-on, we wouldn’t be able to withstand it at all.”
He pondered for a moment and said, “Tianji, however, even if we are to borrow strength, it’s difficult for us to gain power from other aspects. I’ve assessed the strength of both sides and the current situation, and found that… changing the situation now is indeed quite challenging.”
“We have no ties with the Li family. If we rashly enter, it’s likely that we will not only fail to gain strength, but also become deeply mired in a quagmire, unable to extricate ourselves. With our current strength, even a sneak attack against the major families… would probably be ineffective in the supreme camp. This way, we would lose the chance to sow discord.”
Chu Yang said, “Therefore, regarding the plan to head northwest at this moment, I’d like to hear your thoughts in advance.”
Mo Tianji slowed his pace, falling behind the brothers, and fell into deep contemplation without speaking.
Chu Yang knew that whenever Mo Tianji showed such an expression, he was invariably contemplating something significant, so he didn’t disturb him and merely stayed quietly by his side.
“In fact, my insistence on going to the northwest, and that we all go, is not to directly change the overall situation, but for Diwu Qingrou alone,” Mo Tianji smiled. “Here, you’ve confused the situation with the individual.”
Chu Yang silently nodded, “Continue.”
“I don’t have any contact with Diwu Qingrou,” Mo Tianji expressed with some regret. “Had I known this, I truly should have participated in the dynasty struggle over the last three days… Missing that opportunity for a direct confrontation feels somewhat off.”
He thought for a moment and said, “Now, you should supplement my understanding.”
“Supplement?” Chu Yang frowned.
“Hmm, I’ll start by sharing my understanding of Diwu Qingrou,” Mo Tianji explained. “In my records, Diwu Qingrou is merely a pile of numbers or just a few matters.”
“He is a formidable person and also the most dangerous enemy. He is elegant, composed, steady, and strategic, making almost no mistakes—a very terrifying opponent!”
Mo Tianji continued, “He can make corresponding arrangements at any moment; the most frightening part is that he not only controls his own strength but can also create subtle situations, causing his enemies to move according to his manipulations, developing in the direction he anticipates. He consolidates various forces and drives the opponent into a desperate situation!”
Chu Yang completely agreed.
“Thus, Diwu’s cunning and scheming are all situational; in this respect, I am still inferior,” Mo Tianji added.
Chu Yang’s eyes lit up in the night.
“But Diwu Qingrou still has weaknesses in my eyes! And many,” Mo Tianji said seriously. “And these weaknesses need you to affirm my determination.”
Chu Yang's eyes sparkled, “Weaknesses of Diwu Qingrou?”
“Exactly!” Mo Tianji said. “First, Diwu Qingrou is a wise man, that’s beyond doubt. He bears the mission of the Zhuge family, but he’s surnamed Diwu, which inevitably leads to some ulterior motives.”
“Secondly, Diwu Qingrou doesn’t need to reveal his martial power to hold a high position in Great Zhao, dominating the world!”
Mo Tianji took a deep breath and said, “Here, Chu Yang, you’ve overestimated him… thinking he can do almost anything in these last three days! But… there’s one thing I must tell you, he hasn’t been without martial force! He has been using it all along!”
Chu Yang was taken aback, “Not that he hasn’t used force? But that he has been using it all along? What does that mean?”
Mo Tianji explained, “Because he possesses outstanding skills, he has overlooked the schemes of the dynasty struggle over these last three days! It is this sense of invulnerability that supports his confidence, allowing him to use any means, methods, or reasons to achieve his goals!”