324: Chapter 319 Conspiracy Resurfaces 324: Chapter 319 Conspiracy Resurfaces Wang Yuetao had already returned to his home, and upon arriving, he witnessed the chaos that Ye Tian and the starving wolves had caused here, which was clearly substantial.
The situation here caused him to frown slightly, and his hatred for Ye Tian deepened in his heart.
“Master,” a few subordinates, seeing the unpleasant look on Wang Yuetao’s face, all knew what he was thinking.
Wang Yuetao frowned, continuously pondering over a method to break the situation.
The current circumstances were extremely unfavorable for him.
He didn’t believe that Ye Tian would give up so easily, and his goal wasn’t as simple as Ye Tian giving up—he wanted Ye Tian’s life.
Frowning in thought, Wang Yuetao suddenly stood up, his face terrifyingly fierce, “And there are them, I can find them.”
And the subordinates by his side had apparently also thought of whom he was referring to, as they all furrowed their brows at once.
“Master, they are not reliable.
Haven’t you said it before?
Their goal is the entire Wang Family.
If you cooperate with them, I’m afraid the Wang Family will be lost,” they advised.
They all belonged to the Wang Family, and although they followed Wang Yuetao, they still had the family clan to consider.
If Wang Yuetao truly cooperated with those people, the family clan might become in name only.
Although their allegiance to Wang Yuetao meant they were actually dissatisfied with Wang Yi’s leadership, it didn’t mean they wished to see the family become history.
Hearing his subordinates’ words, Wang Yuetao once again sat down and gestured, “Go, bring all our people together, all of them.”
Clearly, no matter what, he wasn’t going to sit by and wait for death, and he understood very well that if there was any room for reconciliation between the Wang Family and Ye Tian, then his own enmity with Ye Tian was real and irreconcilable.
He wanted to continue his plans; he must completely destroy Ye Tian.
Likewise, his actions had truly touched Ye Tian’s sore spot, and Ye Tian would never let him live comfortably in this world.
Soon, after being informed by several subordinates, the people currently around him had all arrived.
Although some had not come, he knew that even their arrival wouldn’t bring about an earth-shattering change in the current situation.
Moreover, with this level of power, it was entirely impossible to kill Ye Tian.
After all, he knew that these people were utterly insignificant in the face of zombies, and Ye Tian was the one who had killed the zombies.
No matter by what means he had killed the zombies, he had at least proven he had the capability to kill them.
“Can we kill Ye Tian with this power?” Wang Yuetao looked at the people before him, his face growing increasingly unsightly.
Hearing this, those next to him shook their heads in helplessness, clearly indicating that this power was insufficient.
Moreover, even if they could kill Ye Tian, the people present would likely be exhausted, and a completely powerless Wang Yuetao would then be out of the game, not only unlikely to gain a higher status within the family but also at risk of losing his current position.
A few people, looking at Wang Yuetao’s expression, hesitated and then suggested, “You could go and ask the Clan Leader for more power, possibly under a different pretext.”
In the past, he could borrow zombies, and now, not requiring zombies of such rank, he surely could borrow some that were less powerful.
Many of Wang Yuetao’s subordinates had been altered with drugs, so perhaps it had even affected their brains, as they were now actually considering asking Wang Yi for more people.
Wang Yi was willing to lend zombies before because he had not witnessed Ye Tian’s strength, nor had he sensed Wang Yuetao’s ambition.
At that time, Wang Yuetao’s power hadn’t waned to its current extent, and Wang Yi did not wish to offend Wang Yuetao.
But given the current state of affairs, when Wang Yi already regarded Wang Yuetao as his greatest threat, how could he possibly lend his own men to Wang Yuetao to aid his enemy?
“The only option left is to seek their help,” Wang Yuetao gritted his teeth.
For him, it was now a matter of being on the brink and having to shoot.
He had already taken so many steps and, judging by Wang Yi’s behavior, what would follow was certainly a gradual marginalization within the family—a situation he definitely did not want to see.
“Even if I become a puppet, I must become the ruler of the Wang Family.” His eyes seemed to be blazing with fire.
With a wave of his hand, he dispersed all his subordinates and turned to sit in the room, falling silent for a long moment.
Suddenly, Wang Yuetao raised his head and said in a low voice to the air before him, “If you’re here, come out.”
The few subordinates waiting at the door were startled, not understanding why he suddenly spoke up.
“I really didn’t expect this,” Zeng Jun slowly emerged from the side, leaving Wang Yuetao’s subordinates stunned.
They hadn’t noticed the presence of another person in the room right in front of them.
“I told you long ago that with these trash, you wouldn’t be able to kill Ye Tian.
So, how is it?
Have you seen the light yet?
If you had cooperated with us earlier, you might already be sitting in the Wang Family Clan Leader’s seat by now.” Zeng Jun looked at Wang Yuetao before him with an arrogant expression, while Wang Yuetao, hearing his words, remained unresponsive.
Zeng Jun scrutinized Wang Yuetao: “Well, have you thought it through?”
In his eyes, he despised the man before him, yet he recognized the Wang Family’s importance to them.
The Wang Family possessed several epic-level assassins, and to a clan like theirs, a single epic-level combatant might not be significant, but the utility of epic-level assassins was much greater.
Hearing his words, Wang Yuetao lifted his head, measuring him up once more: “According to your original terms, if I succeed, and cooperate with you, the Wang Family will assist you with all our might.”
For Wang Yuetao, he had never been in such a sorry state in his life.
He was of the Wang Family; whether in Jiang City or the entire provincial city, he was nobility, only accustomed to others being embarrassed before him.
Even Wang Yi, who rose to power through ruthless means, had to give him some respect.
Thus, even now, he couldn’t let go of the pride he carried.
“The original terms?” Zeng Jun sneered, then approached Wang Yuetao, his gaze flippant as he looked around.
They were in Wang Yuetao’s home, which should have been lavish and splendid.
Wang Yuetao always loved luxury, so every adornment at home was sumptuous.
Yet, now the place looked incredibly disordered, clearly due to Ye Tian and The Hungry Wolf’s recent visit.
“Do you still think you are the same Wang Yuetao as before?
Previously you were the most prestigious person in the Wang Family besides Wang Yi; his greatest rival, commanding numerous capable subordinates.
That’s why we gave you some color, but what about now?”
Even if Zeng Jun didn’t spell it out, Wang Yuetao understood his implication.
This time’s incident made it clear to Wang Yi that Wang Yuetao harbored ambition, With Wang Yuetao personally revealing it and having challenged him several times, such actions had undoubtedly raised Wang Yi’s guard.
This matter would surely spread through the family at lightning speed, and he was certain that by tomorrow, he would completely lose his prestige within the clan.
With these thoughts, his eyes grew even more sullen.
If it weren’t for Ye Tian, how could he have fallen to such a predicament?
According to his plans, he would probably have been nearing the position of his dreams by now.
Taking a deep breath, he said in a low voice, “I don’t know what you’re thinking now, but if you want the power of the Wang Family, you must come to me.
In this family, aside from me, everyone else is either useless or loyal to Wang Yi; regardless of the conditions you offer, they won’t agree to cooperate with you.”
What he said was exactly what Zeng Jun was thinking.
The reason why they had approached him multiple times was simple: the Wang Family was basically divided into factions—one part loyal to Wang Yi, whom Wang Yi had nurtured to have great respect for him, and they would never side with them.
Another part consisted of Wang Yuetao’s people.
Although many harbored their own schemes, at least none could surpass Wang Yuetao.
The rest were the rotten core of the family, and what they sought was a useful Wang Family, not one so decayed it was nauseating.
“Show me sincerity.
Now that I’ve reached this point, I won’t back down.
But if I can’t reap benefits, I won’t let you profit either, even if it means mutual destruction.
Otherwise, I’m really curious what Wang Yi would do with the information about you, and how he would use the several epic-level assassins at the family’s disposal.
I believe these primed epic-level assassins could also bring some trouble to your family, couldn’t they?”
A touch of madness flashed in Wang Yuetao’s eyes.
He was not afraid of Zeng Jun lashing out.
Although his own strength had diminished greatly, Zeng Jun was alone.
Should he make a move, Wang Yuetao had enough means to detain him.
It was well-known that not only zombies could use those drugs—people around him, once administered those compounds, would unleash terrifying power as well.
“Good, that’s the spirit,” Zeng Jun smiled.
Offending Wang Yuetao was never his intention; using him to achieve his own goals was paramount, and the Wang Family had been an object of desire for his own family for more than a day or two.
“Naturally, we don’t need the Wang Family to join us; maintaining the independence of your family is your right.”
These words were just pleasantries; despite seeing utility in the Wang Family, deep down they looked down on them.
Being a tool was already generous; adding them directly into their family was a prospect no member of his family would likely entertain.
“However, all the assassins from the Wang Family must come under our command, at our beck and call.
Of course, in reality, we won’t need your services all that often, so you don’t have to worry about being our puppet.”
This demand touched upon Wang Yuetao’s bottom line, yet he didn’t want to refuse: “Then, what can you offer?”
His real concern was precisely that; he had his own plans.
He was a true son of the Wang Family; regardless of whatever methods the other side dreamed up to control the Wang Family, they couldn’t surpass him.
One day, he would completely seize control of the Wang Family and then kick them to the curb.
Now, using their power was most crucial.
“We will send someone to assist you in taking down Ye Tian.
Without Ye Tian, you can turn back to deal with Wang Yi.
Moreover, if you need it, we can take care of Wang Yi for you.”
Eliminating Wang Yi would leave him as the only one qualified to ascend to the position of Clan Leader of the family.
Hearing this, Wang Yuetao slowly stood up, took a deep breath, and then gave a slight nod.