Three days later.
Lin Wu Shuang came to see Yun Fan.
He said in a hurried manner, "Under my interrogation, they all confessed!"
"Hmm?"
As Yun Fan was confused, Lin Wu Shuang handed him the document.
It contained many of Yu Shuai's plans over the years. Although not complete, it was enough to bring him down.
Indeed, the mastermind was him. Twenty years ago, Yu Shuai had begun to scheme this plan, pitting the four great families and the ruling powers against each other.
When both sides were exhausted, he would reap the benefits. Although it was only a rough outline, Yun Fan could finally complete his third mission.
At this moment, Yun Fan closed the document after reading it and said, "This Yu Shuai is truly an ambitious fellow!"
"The Su family died unjustly!"
"That's right, the Su family shouldn't have died!"
Lin Wu Shuang nodded heavily. The death of the Su family was of great importance. It turned out that ten years ago, Yu Shuai had depleted his resources for this plan, and then went to the Su family, asking them to fund his plan.
However, the Su family did not agree. It wasn't that they were unwilling to spend money, but because the Su family possessed a sense of patriotism and righteousness.
So, they directly refused Yu Shuai. Unexpectedly, this refusal led to Yu Shuai's massacre.
After all, Yu Shuai would not allow the Su family, who knew of his plan, to live. Thus, the Su family's annihilation followed.
Yun Fan said, "The Su family still has one child, Su Zi Yan. I hope you will treat her well after Yu Shuai is defeated!"
After all, he had already become friends with Zhu Que, so at this time, he wanted to speak up for her.
Lin Wu Shuang assured him, "Please rest assured, I will report this to the Heavenly Emperor. After Yu Shuai is brought down, Zhu Que will have no worries for the future!"
"Mm!"
Yun Fan nodded. He felt his mission was complete and the rest should be left to the Heavenly Emperor and the four great families.
Lin Wu Shuang said to Yun Fan, "The situation is urgent. I will go see the Heavenly Emperor now. Farewell!"
"Go!"
Yun Fan nodded. It was time for this matter to be resolved.
"If you come to Jinling in the future, be sure to look for me. We'll get drunk together!"
Yun Fan politely declined Lin Wu Shuang's invitation, "Alright, it's a deal!"
In fact, Yun Fan did not want to go to Jinling. After the matter in Jiangnan was resolved, he wanted to return to Nanshan Village.
After all, he was now engaged, and he had to take his wife back to Nanshan Village to show off.
"Wait, your document!"
Yun Fan called out to the departing Lin Wu Shuang, holding the document.
At this time, Lin Wu Shuang's voice came back, "No need. This document is for you! I have another copy!"
Afterward, Yun Fan put away the document.
After Lin Wu Shuang left, he rushed to the airport without delay.
He had already contacted a military aircraft and planned to take a direct transfer back to Jinling.
After all, the confrontation between the four great families and the ruling powers was getting closer, and he did not want to delay any longer.
"Drive faster!"
Lin Wu Shuang urged his driver.
"Yes!"
The car sped down the road, but a large truck was blocking it ahead, obstructing their path.
Lin Wu Shuang's heart filled with doubt, and he warily looked ahead.
He then discovered a figure blocking their way not far away.
He squinted to see that it was Yu Shuai. Instantly, Lin Wu Shuang was shocked. He hadn't expected it to be the long-lost Yu Shuai.
He was no match for Yu Shuai, and he even knew why Yu Shuai had come.
"Reverse!"
Yu Shuai said to the driver.
The driver knew the seriousness of the situation and prepared to turn around and leave. However, at this moment, dozens of vehicles were also approaching from behind, surrounding them.
With nowhere else to retreat, Lin Wu Shuang calmly got out of the car.
"Your subordinate, Lin Wu Shuang, greets Marshal Yu!"
Lin Wu Shuang bowed, but Yu Shuai's expression did not change.
At this moment, Yu Shuai's face showed a hint of a smile, "Lin Wu Shuang, where are you preparing to go?"
Lin Wu Shuang quickly replied, "I am about to go to war with the four great families. The Heavenly Emperor has ordered me to return and help!"
"So that's how it is!"
Yu Shuai said to him, "Although your strength is not bad, you won't be of much help in this battle. Listen to me, and don't go back!"
Upon hearing this, Lin Wu Shuang said seriously, "Everything I have is bestowed by the Heavenly Emperor. Therefore, no matter what, I must return!"
"Do you really have to go?"
"Absolutely!"
Lin Wu Shuang said righteously.
"Alas!"
Yu Shuai sighed, "Lin Wu Shuang, I watched you grow up. To be honest, I admire you greatly. I know that you can become a pillar of the nation in the future. Therefore, as long as you don't go back, you can become a marshal in the future!"
Of course, his words were not false. He knew that Lin Wu Shuang was not only skilled but also very loyal.
Such a rising star was much better than the Imperial Dragon God of War. He was also eager to recruit Lin Wu Shuang out of appreciation for his talent.
However, Lin Wu Shuang politely declined, "Marshal Yu thinks too highly of your subordinate. I don't have that capability!"
"If Marshal Yu has nothing else, please let me leave!"
Lin Wu Shuang said to him.
Yu Shuai smiled, "Since you cannot be of use to this marshal, then please hand over the document!"
This time, Yu Shuai no longer concealed his intentions and directly demanded what he wanted.
"Marshal Yu misunderstood. Your subordinate has no document!"
Lin Wu Shuang said with difficulty.
But Yu Shuai's eyes turned cold, "I know everything, including the deaths of my four protectors in Jiangnan!"
He laid his cards on the table, which was within Lin Wu Shuang's expectations.
In response, Lin Wu Shuang said, "The four protectors were aiding and abetting evil. Your subordinate had no choice but to eliminate them!"
In fact, as he said this, Lin Wu Shuang's face flushed. After all, eliminating the four protectors was Yun Fan's achievement.
He hadn't even helped in the slightest, but now, to appease Yu Shuai, he could only say this.
"Lin Wu Shuang, who do you think you are? You alone could kill the four protectors?"
Someone beside Yu Shuai said disdainfully.
Afterward, he was stopped by Yu Shuai.
"Lin Wu Shuang, as long as you hand over the document and agree to serve me, this marshal can overlook your responsibility!"
Yu Shuai issued his final ultimatum.
Although the death of the four protectors had directly removed his left and right arms, he had not given up on Lin Wu Shuang.
After all, when Lin Wu Shuang grew up, he could help him much more. The four protectors were only powerful, but Lin Wu Shuang was capable of leading an army of thousands.
His strength had already surpassed his peak. Whether the four protectors were there or not made little difference.
"Thank you for Marshal Yu's kind offer, but your subordinate begs to be excused!"
Lin Wu Shuang directly refused. Since he belonged to the Heavenly Emperor, he would not betray him.
Upon hearing this, Yu Shuai said with disappointment, "Since that is the case, then this marshal can only reluctantly kill you!"
Saying that, several people beside him directly attacked Lin Wu Shuang.
It had to be said that Lin Wu Shuang's strength was formidable. Facing the encirclement of several people, he could still hold his ground, fighting and retreating.
Although these people were also acquired masters, he was at the peak of the acquired realm. He knew he couldn't escape.
After all, the greatest threat was Yu Shuai. Although Yu Shuai had not yet made a move, he said to his driver, "You go! Remember what I told you. I will carve a path of blood for you!"
"Yes!"
Then, Lin Wu Shuang attacked, displaying the full extent of his peak acquired realm aura. His powerful strength repelled several people.
Then, he forcefully carved out a bloody path from the encirclement.
"Now!"
At Lin Wu Shuang's urging, the driver escaped into the darkness.
Subsequently, a group of people ignored the fleeing driver and surrounded Lin Wu Shuang.
At this moment, Yu Shuai spoke, "Lin Wu Shuang, your biggest flaw is your stubbornness. The Heavenly Emperor is not worth your loyalty!"
"With your abilities, you are worthy of being a marshal, but now you are merely a bodyguard by his side! He has never valued you!"
Yu Shuai said calmly.
"The Heavenly Emperor treats your subordinate very well. Without the Heavenly Emperor, your subordinate would not be where he is today. Marshal Yu need not sow discord!"
Lin Wu Shuang said seriously. He was a trusted subordinate of the Heavenly Emperor. Although he was nominally just a bodyguard, even those who governed various regions had to give him face.
Moreover, his skills were personally cultivated by the Heavenly Emperor. He would never betray the Heavenly Emperor due to Yu Shuai's few words of instigation.
"As for you, your status is extraordinary. You are the ultimate idol that we soldiers admire and respect. Why are you provoking this conflict?"
Lin Wu Shuang questioned Yu Shuai.
Yu Shuai smiled and said, "What does it matter if my status is extraordinary? What does it matter if I am a military idol? To put it bluntly, it is the Heavenly Emperor's unfairness!"
"Why unfair?"
Lin Wu Shuang said coldly, "The Heavenly Emperor has always treated you like a teacher, and has treated you and your family well. Where is the unfairness?"
In his opinion, Yu Shuai was merely finding excuses for his crimes.
He knew that Yu Shuai had committed countless heinous acts over the years. Just inciting internal conflict among the four great families and the ruling powers had caused the nation to lose much of its strength and killed countless innocent people.
At this moment, Yu Shuai explained, "It seems you still don't understand. Let this marshal tell you how shameless the Heavenly Emperor and the former Heavenly Emperor are!"
At this moment, the entire scene was silent, an eerie stillness.
"The former Heavenly Emperor snatched the woman I loved away. But he and I were brothers who had faced death together. I not only did not hate him but also helped him conquer the world!"
"Half of his empire was conquered with my help. I thought that after he grew old, he would let me assist the Heavenly Emperor and become a figure second only to him!"
"But he directly dismissed my authority by the Heavenly Emperor!"
Yu Shuai gritted his teeth and asked, "Why? I have sacrificed so much for them, yet they are heartless and kicked me aside. Therefore, since that year, I have been plotting in my heart to one day become the master of this world!"
Lin Wu Shuang's heart was unmoved. Firstly, he knew that the Heavenly Emperor was not a person who repaid kindness with enmity.
Secondly, the former Heavenly Emperor had already given Yu Shuai the opportunity to wield immense power. However, Yu Shuai harbored ulterior motives and always wanted to establish his own faction.
He wanted to usurp the Heavenly Emperor's position. Such ambition was immense. The former Heavenly Emperor did not kill him but dismissed his authority.
He was given a life of nobility, but in the end, Yu Shuai did not understand the former Heavenly Emperor's good intentions and caused this disaster.
Therefore, Lin Wu Shuang said coldly, "Marshal Yu, he who commits many injustices will surely destroy himself. Your subordinate advises you to give up! Lest you end up with a reputation for infamy!"
"Hahahaha!"
Yu Shuai said mockingly, "Ridiculous! I have been planning for so many years, and now victory is within my grasp. How can I easily give up!"
"You are not qualified to criticize me. Anyone who stands in my way, I will kill them, including you, and including the Heavenly Emperor!"
Lin Wu Shuang said calmly, "As long as the document reaches the Heavenly Emperor's hands, your ambition will vanish like smoke!"
"Do you think you can deliver the document?"
Yu Shuai looked at him disdainfully.
Lin Wu Shuang said, "Yes, your strength is immense, and I naturally have no chance to deliver the document. But the document is not on me!"
Just now, seeing that the situation was not good, he had given the document to his driver. Now, his driver had escaped.
Furthermore, after such a long time, even if Yu Shuai wanted to rectify the situation, it would be too late.
"Hahahaha!"
Yu Shuai laughed wildly, "You are truly wishful thinking. Do you think this marshal doesn't know who you gave the document to!"
"Come up!"
Following Yu Shuai's command, someone walked out from behind him. This person was none other than Lin Wu Shuang's driver.
At this moment, the driver handed the document to Yu Shuai, "Master, this is the document he gave me!"
"You betrayed me?"
Lin Wu Shuang was stunned. His driver had followed him for many years in battle and was his most trusted subordinate. Yet, he never expected that the person he trusted most would directly betray him.
"I'm sorry, Divine General Lin. Master gave too much!"
The driver said without guilt.
Although Lin Wu Shuang treated him like a brother, he was a person who enjoyed a luxurious life. Only by following Yu Shuai could he have endless money.
In his eyes, so-called brotherhood was far less practical than real gold and silver.
"Scoundrel!"
Lin Wu Shuang was furious. After so many years of brotherhood, he was not even as loyal as a dog.
The driver sneered, "Don't just curse me, you should worry about yourself first!"
Seeing Lin Wu Shuang's enraged appearance, Yu Shuai also said calmly, "You hate traitors. This marshal also dislikes traitors!"
With that, he grabbed the driver's neck.
The driver's face instantly turned pale with fear, and he quickly begged for mercy from Yu Shuai, "Master, I am loyal to you!"
"You give millions to those who betray you. For those who are loyal to you, isn't it tens of billions casually!"
When he first defected to Yu Shuai, he had heard that Yu Shuai not only did not kill those who betrayed him but even gave them millions.
This matter was passed around by word of mouth, so Yu Shuai became a noble figure in the eyes of the world. But judging from the present, Yu Shuai seemed different from the legends.
"You can keep your billions for hell!"
As soon as he finished speaking.
"Crack!"
The driver's neck was snapped. Then, Yu Shuai held the document and said to Lin Wu Shuang, "Now that the document is in this marshal's hands, all I need to do is kill you, and there will be no witnesses!"
Although Lin Wu Shuang was angry, he showed no emotion as Yu Shuai personally destroyed the document.
"Hmm?"
Yu Shuai was filled with doubt. This was completely out of character for Lin Wu Shuang. For him to be so calm after destroying a document that could seal his doom, it was impossible if there wasn't something fishy going on.
"They say Marshal Yu has divine powers and is the foremost in the military. Today, I will learn your supreme skills!"
Lin Wu Shuang said seriously.
In fact, everyone knew that he was going to fight a battle of certain death.
"This marshal will fulfill your wish!"
With that, Lin Wu Shuang attacked. This time, he directly unleashed his power beyond the limit, moving like lightning, with the might of an unstoppable force.
In contrast, Yu Shuai was more composed, as his strength far surpassed Lin Wu Shuang's.
In an instant, the two engaged in battle.
"Boom!"
Yu Shuai struck with a palm, directly repelling Lin Wu Shuang.
Instantly, he felt a sweetness in his throat. The blood that should have gushed out was swallowed back down, as he was a person who never admitted defeat.
At this moment, Lin Wu Shuang felt his arms go numb. He hadn't expected such a huge gap between the peak acquired realm and the half-step innate realm.
Yu Shuai said calmly, "You are too weak!"
"Is that so?"
In an instant, Lin Wu Shuang attacked again, launching himself out like an arrow.
Unfortunately, in front of Yu Shuai, all his actions were mere trifles. After just a few exchanges, he was pierced through the back by a single finger from Yu Shuai.
"Pfft!"
Lin Wu Shuang spat out a mouthful of blood and instantly fell to the ground, losing his ability to resist. Among masters, battles were often decided in just a few rounds.
It was not like what the world imagined, where a battle wasn't earth-shattering, it wasn't worthy of the title of master.
Especially a battle like the one between Yu Shuai and Lin Wu Shuang, which was not on the same level, hence there was no earth-shattering and soul-stirring fight.
"Do it!"
Lin Wu Shuang closed his eyes and waited for death. He had never intended to leave alive today, as he knew he couldn't escape.
However, Yu Shuai had no intention of making a move.
"Why don't you kill me?"
Lin Wu Shuang asked in confusion.
Yu Shuai smiled and said, "Of course, this marshal will kill you, but not now!"
"If this marshal guesses correctly, there is another document, isn't there? Otherwise, you wouldn't be so generous in fighting to the death!"
"What?"
Lin Wu Shuang's heart sank. He hadn't expected Yu Shuai to guess his intentions. That's right, before parting, he had told Yun Fan that if the conflict between the ruling powers and the four great families did not stop, he would ask Yun Fan to hand over that document.
He had brought one copy himself, thinking he could safely meet the Heavenly Emperor. He hadn't expected to be intercepted by Yu Shuai.
However, at this moment, he did not reveal Yun Fan's involvement but calmly said, "You are mistaken. There is only this one document. In a hopeless situation, I can only repay the Heavenly Emperor's kindness with my death!"
He spoke naturally, but it did not deceive Yu Shuai. Yu Shuai said, "It seems that this marshal is even more convinced that there is another document. Let this marshal guess who it is!"
Seeing Yu Shuai looking at him with a playful expression, Lin Wu Shuang was moved.
"If this marshal guesses correctly, that document should be in the hands of that young man, Yun Fan!"
As soon as these words were spoken, Lin Wu Shuang's expression changed. He was surprised that Yu Shuai could guess that there was another document.
But it was reasonable for Yu Shuai to guess that the document was with Yun Fan, as he had come to Jiangnan to cooperate with Yun Fan.
"After this marshal deals with him, I will send you on your way too!"
Yu Shuai commanded, "Someone, take him away!"
"Yes!"
Thus, Lin Wu Shuang was taken away amidst his unwillingness.
At this moment, Yu Shuai said, "Depart, and execute Yun Fan!"
"Marshal Yu, if the document is not in his hands..."
Before his subordinate could finish, Yu Shuai interrupted, "Even if it's not in his hands, this marshal will not let him go!"
He knew that his plan should have succeeded long ago, but Yun Fan had appeared midway, not only disrupting part of his plan but also delaying it.
For this reason alone, Yun Fan was on his kill list. Moreover, there was more, such as Yun Fan killing the Imperial Dragon God of War and his four protectors.
Although these people were just pawns in his scheme, this revenge must be exacted.
"But this kid is mysterious and unpredictable. He could kill the four protectors, so his strength should not be underestimated!"
His subordinate's concern was not unreasonable. Yun Fan was very strong. His intention was to advise Yu Shuai to proceed with caution.
Before the plan was successful, he should not provoke Yun Fan, as Yun Fan might be an unforeseen factor. Once the overall situation was settled, dealing with Yun Fan would be as easy as dealing with a grandson.
After all, at that time, even all of China would be under Yu Shuai's control. Impatience can ruin great plans.
Yu Shuai heard this and asked coldly, "What if the information is in his hands?"
Instantly, his subordinate was speechless. If the information was truly in Yun Fan's hands, then it would be dangerous.
Because, comparatively, Yun Fan was even more dangerous than Lin Wu Shuang. If Yun Fan delivered the information, they might not be able to intercept him.
...
Tonight, Yu Shuai and his men arrived at the Black Dragon Society.
However, upon arriving at the Black Dragon Society, they discovered that it was already surrounded.
"Hmm?"
Yu Shuai frowned. Could it be that Yun Fan had seen through his intentions long ago and laid an ambush in advance?
Then Yun Fan's intellect was truly terrifying, no less than his own.
At this moment, Yun Fan walked out, "Marshal Yu, I have been waiting for you for a long time!"
"How did you know this marshal would come?"
Yu Shuai asked Yun Fan.
"When the rabbit dies, the dog is cooked. A cornered dog will jump over the wall!"
Yun Fan said calmly, "From the moment I eliminated the four protectors, I knew you would come looking for me, because the leak of your secrets was inevitable, and all you could do was kill those who knew the secrets!"
Yu Shuai heard this and said, "You are not simple, to be able to foresee the future. But how did you know this marshal would come tonight?"
He could see that the so-called encirclement had only begun tonight. If it had been set up in advance, it would be understandable.
But what Yun Fan had done was perfectly timed.
Yun Fan said, "When Lin Wu Shuang left, I guessed whether you would ambush him on the way!"
"So, I let my subordinates drive behind him, maintaining a certain distance. As expected, my guess was correct!"
Yun Fan had subordinates who were skilled in tracking, such as Tian Ying, because Tian Ying was good at hiding himself, so the tracking would not be discovered.
If it were anyone else, Lin Wu Shuang would have noticed. The facts proved that his guess was correct.
Yu Shuai did not expect that Yun Fan not only possessed great wisdom but also paid attention to small details. Such a person was simply terrifying.
After all, Yun Fan was just a young man, yet he displayed astonishing wisdom, no less than his own.
Fortunately, such an enemy was not among the ruling powers, nor was he among the four great families, otherwise, he would truly be a formidable opponent.
Therefore, he said to Yun Fan, "So you are not worried that this marshal would have killed Lin Wu Shuang at that time?"
"No, because I know that you are also an extremely intelligent person. If you killed him and left directly, then I would have underestimated you!"
Yun Fan said calmly. A plan that had been in motion for twenty years without being discovered was enough to prove how terrifying Yu Shuai's wisdom was.
At this moment, the two felt a sense of mutual admiration.
"So you were waiting for me here!"
Yu Shuai said, "Since you already know this marshal's plan, are you interested in joining my ranks!"
"In the future, this marshal will grant you a position second only to mine!"
Admittedly, his offer was very generous. Not to mention ordinary people, it was believed that the vast majority of people in the world would not refuse such a tempting offer.
But Yun Fan said, "Not interested!"
"Why?"
"Because your plan is impossible to succeed. Even without this piece, it would still fail!"
Yun Fan said without politeness.
"I don't believe it!"
Yu Shuai looked at Yun Fan unwillingly. His plan was so perfect, how could it fail?
Yun Fan said, "Whether you believe it or not, I believe that someone among the ruling powers or the four great families has seen through your plan, or at least guessed it!"
"Ridiculous!"
Yu Shuai said disdainfully, "If they truly knew this marshal's plan, then why hasn't anyone exposed it?"
"Because some of them also have ulterior motives, just like you, they want to reap the benefits!"
Yun Fan said coldly, "Moreover, they are confident that after the internal conflict between both sides, they can turn the tide and seize your fruits of victory!" Su Dan Novel Network
This statement shocked Yu Shuai. Although Yun Fan's guess was completely far-fetched, he had to take his own strength seriously.
His influence was vast, perhaps even deeply rooted, but it was still inferior to those two parties.
In fact, it was far from it. If there were people with ulterior motives among these two parties, then even if both sides failed, they could directly seize the fruits of his victory.
However, after twenty years of planning, he would never easily give up, nor would he change his mind because of Yun Fan's words.
After all, he had no way back.
Therefore, he said to Yun Fan, "As long as I kill you and prevent the secret from leaking prematurely, this marshal will still win!"
Yun Fan shook his head, "The you before was truly terrifying in your schemes, but now you are blinded by your emotions! You are no longer a threat!"
Yu Shuai's most frightening aspect was definitely not his half-step innate strength, but his hair-raising schemes.
Yun Fan believed that Yu Shuai's schemes and courage were no less than his own, and his strength was secondary. After all, a person with brains was better than ten thousand people who were simple-minded and strong-limbed.
At this moment, Yu Shuai said with a cold smile, "Life has only a few twenty-year periods. What's wrong with this marshal being impulsive!"
Even though he knew that he had become irrational and lost his former wisdom, he did not regret it. After all, he had no chance to regret it, and he could only succeed, not fail.
"That's right, but you've overlooked one thing!"
"What thing?"
Yu Shuai asked in confusion.
Yun Fan said confidently, "You can't kill me!"