Free Web NovelChapter 624: Chapter 216: Prophecy
Li Xin returned to the tranquil Canon Law School at noon, not just for lunch, but mainly because he missed everyone.
He ran into Lu Shuai at the cafeteria.
"You didn’t just wake up, did you?"
"I already went to the Council this morning to take care of a difficult case," Lu Shuai said energetically.
"So dedicated, how late were you up last night?" Li Xin asked while eating.
"Haha, it was midnight," Lu Shuai was also hungry, "went out first thing in the morning."
"You’re striving to be the Grand Governor, aren’t you?"
"Whatever the outcome, I’ll keep working for now. Both the liberal and justice factions are courting me, and I’m considering which camp to join," Lu Shuai said while eating. "The liberal faction, led by Nalan Jingguo, is ahead, driving a money offensive, and has enough seniority, with a clear lead now. The justice faction’s Hong Yan is in his prime, has a good reputation in the military, with battle achievements, strong personal capabilities, but slightly lacking in tactics and connections. Yet, he’s a pure Beijing person. The ulterior motive behind the Nalan family and the Potter family alliance is well-known, and there’s a potential downside to their unseemly behavior. What do you suggest, Brother Li?" ƒreewebηoveℓ.com
"I don’t have any advice," Li Xin shook his head. "Which faction does the Yan Family belong to?"
"Yan Tianguang’s family belongs to the liberal faction. They’re crucial in gaining military support for the liberal faction. Back then, the liberals paid a huge price to bring the Yan family over."
"That’s strange. Yan Tianguang advanced to Preparatory Angel with a Magic Potion given by Bai Long from the Bai Family, which I recall is part of the justice faction," Li Xin said. Yan Tianguang’s advance to Preparatory Angel was a major event, boosting the Yan family’s prestige and indirectly strengthening their influence in the military.
"Are you suggesting the Yan Family might waver?" Lu Shuai frowned, "Brother Peng hasn’t shown any signs of that."
If the Yan Family switches sides, the liberal faction might suffer a heavy blow.
"Perhaps. It’s just a piece of news I’ve received, and it doesn’t fully represent the family’s stance. You’ll have to adapt accordingly," Li Xin said. Only those aware of the internal dealings know the truth, and even then, that truth is ever-changing.
"Brother Li, you really have high hopes for me. I’m just a marginal figure; it’s a long road ahead," Lu Shuai said bitterly. freeweɓnovel.cøm
Council members entering the Upper Council must align with factions. In this sensitive phase, choosing the wrong side could be disastrous.
"Who knows if today’s nobody might become famous tomorrow?" Li Xin said with a smile, "I think you have the potential; never underestimate a young person’s drive."
With Lu Shuai’s current influence, joining the right faction could yield great benefits later. He’s young, and in the short term, unlikely to be a choice for Grand Governor, but what about five, ten, or twenty years later?
The key is that Lu Shuai is a person full of passion and confidence, resilient, and able to balance various relationships—this is the path best suited for him.
"What kind of person is Ye Shidao?" Li Xin suddenly asked.
This old Governor has been in power for so many years, being re-elected multiple times, he shouldn’t be overlooked.
"Very formidable!" Lu Shuai said, "Originally promoted by the justice faction, later supported by the liberal faction; every reelection over the years seemed uncertain, but he always stabilized. However, his term is quite long, and this time both factions agree on changing leadership, so he definitely won’t be re-elected."
Saying that, Lu Shuai glanced around, lowered his voice, "After coming to Dragon Capital, he helped resolve the North District Lower Council member issue through someone."
"Him?" Li Xin was surprised, "Do you know him?"
Li Xin always thought it was the Potter family, later Lu Shuai denied it, thinking it was Sister Kathy who helped.
"No, don’t know him," Lu Shuai shrugged, "When I first arrived, I was looking for opportunities, met resistance from the Potter family, then sought connections everywhere—casting a wide net. I sent courtesy notes to anyone remotely related. Didn’t expect any response, but when a note was sent to the Grand Governor, he responded. Though not meeting me, arranged for my training in the North District Lower Council. The Grand Governor maintained a good reputation over the years, balancing the liberal and justice factions. Honestly, very grateful to him."
Although Lu Shuai knew the other party was merely doing a minor favor and didn’t regard him much, during a time when no one cared, only Ye Shidao helped, that favor must be remembered.
Li Xin thought admiringly, Ye Shidao is quite a character; such skilled political maneuvering isn’t something anyone can do. "I think you might as well ask his opinion."
Lu Shuai suddenly slapped his forehead, "Right, with this connection, I forgot. The old Governor mentioned meeting me when he had time, I’ve been waiting; not sure if he forgot or something changed, still waiting. Yes, I’ll pay him a visit."
"This Grand Governor, in power for so many years, has accumulated unimaginable connections and influence, and has an extraordinary vision—meeting him would surely be rewarding," Li Xin said.
Lu Shuai’s eyes lit up, "Hearing you say that, my thoughts are organized, haha. Oh, by the way, Old Bai finally exchanged Messenger’s seal with Feili, he’s saying they’ll vote if I get elected to the Upper Council."
"Congratulations to him then, Feili is very beautiful, but the road ahead is tough."
Feili Potter appears approachable but is definitely the hardest type to pursue—full of inner drama, balancing gains, and losses for any major decision. In contrast, Patir is both intelligent and passionately impulsive.
"I think the same. In Dragon Capital, no one beats the Potter family’s cunning; though my family appears famous, the Potter family profits greatly. Compared, Patir is genuine, and it seems she likes you." Lu Shuai winked, "Dragon Capital’s trio of beauties—catching one would make anyone famous."
Li Xin laughed and waved his hand, "You’re overthinking. If enthusiasm equals liking, then I have too many admirers."
Lu Shuai laughed heartily, "Brother Li, I always feel you’re a pro, too calm."
"Could it be that I just have self-awareness?"
"Oh, really? Sometimes being too modest is also a form of pride."
Li Xin helplessly waved his hand, and the two continued their meal. Li Xin didn’t bother to go to the Black Rose today and asked Lu Shuai to explain that he’s busy with a major case.
Li Xin still went to the dean’s office to report to Old Chen.
"Wow, a rare visitor, Captain Li." Chen Rutang was pleased to see Li Xin but couldn’t help teasing him.
"Dean, please don’t tease me. I’m here to take leave again," Li Xin smiled wryly, "Captain Jiang was murdered, I need to find the killer."
Upon hearing this, Chen Rutang’s expression turned serious, and he prepared a cup of tea for Li Xin, "I heard Captain Jiang’s case isn’t under the Church’s jurisdiction?"
"Dean, how do you know everything?" Li Xin smiled wryly, feeling Dragon Capital was devoid of secrets.
Chen Rutang opened the lid and scraped it along the rim, blowing on the tea leaves, "The murder of the Night Patrol’s captain isn’t a small matter, yet the Church is downplaying it. Don’t you find it odd?"
Li Xin frowned, knowing Old Chen was giving him a hint, "Dean, are you suggesting... they know the killer?"
"To silently force a Four-Life Knight to commit suicide, it must be the work of an Angel. Each country and Secret Organization knows about Angels with similar abilities. Even a new Angel leaves traces," Chen Rutang sipped his tea, "Did you think the Five Great Churches are unimportant?"
"Dean, are you saying this Enslaved Angel already exists?"
"In Song of Hell, there’s a powerful singer who is precisely an Enslaved Angel, following the Puppet Master’s path, codenamed ’Slave Master.’" Chen Rutang said.
Li Xin initially intended just to greet, not expecting such revelations, "Do you think the Slave Master is responsible for the murders, and it’s part of Song of Hell’s conspiracy?"
"Highly likely, because the method is similar; there aren’t many Angels on the classical path, and new Puppet Angels are unlikely. Jiang Wu was strong, but such smooth methods would require an experienced Enslaved Angel," Chen Rutang said.
"If that’s the case, the Church must know as well." Li Xin felt disheartened.
Chen Rutang nodded, "The Church surely knows. You must understand that the Five Great Churches predate the Kingdom and have deep ties with Secret Organizations, and judging them can’t be simplified into enemies or allies."
Li Xin nodded, "I realized this deeply during my time in Hedan."
"It’s good you understand. Furthermore, the internal affairs of the Moon God’s Court are quite complex, involving the former Chief Red-robed Archbishop as well."
Li Xin looked at Chen Rutang, amazed at how much more he knew after painstakingly piecing together the information, reflecting on Old Chen’s depths.
Old Chen has profound knowledge.
"What kind of person is the former Chief?"
"Alas, although I haven’t interacted much with the former Chief, he’s one of the few in the Church who retained his original intentions and leaned towards us, unfortunately." Chen Rutang sighed.
"Dean, do you know the inside story?"
Chen Rutang drank another sip of tea, "Drink up before it goes cold and wastes my good tea."
Li Xin quickly took a big gulp, burning his tongue and amusing Chen Rutang greatly.
"The former Chief was a Great Angel on the Life Master path, predicting Dragon Capital’s destruction on... let me think... next January 1st," Chen Rutang said slowly.
Li Xin’s eyes widened in shock. What? A prediction from a Great Angel on the Life Master path of destruction, shouldn’t we run immediately?
"What, thinking of escaping?"
Li Xin smiled wryly, "Isn’t escape the logical step?"
Chen Rutang chuckled, "You’re candid, but escaping isn’t possible. Dragon Capital is the life’s blood of the Li Long Kingdom; it can’t be destroyed. We must find a way to change destiny, and in prophecy, Life Masters deal with people, while Prophets handle events, so the accuracy of the former Chief’s prediction isn’t assured."
"Is the former Chief’s death related to the prophecy?" Li Xin asked.
Chen Rutang nodded, "You actually know he died, yes, validating a conspiracy against Dragon Capital."
"Under what circumstances can a Great Angel be killed?" Li Xin asked the question he most wanted to know.
