Nightmare Apostle

Chapter 1771: Chapter 1016: Cleaning House

"I don’t quite understand what you’re implying." Yang Xiao would never let himself bear the reputation of a murderer, at least not by uttering the word himself.

"In that case, let me be direct. You should also have realized that keeping Hasegawa Hideji around is of no benefit to us and causes nothing but harm. He has indirectly caused the deaths of two people. As long as he’s alive, the rift between us and the newcomers cannot heal."

"Mr. Yang Xiao, this isn’t your first time in such a place. If trust is lost within a group, I shouldn’t need to tell you what the outcome will be." Qingshui Cangjie revealed his hand.

"Mr. Qingshui, you are experienced and knowledgeable. I completely support your decision." Yang Xiao stated his stance.

"Very well, then let’s meet in the first-floor lobby after sunrise. Some things need to be clarified." Qingshui Cangjie turned to leave.

However, his footsteps had barely left when he quickly returned to appear outside the door again. "Mr. Yang Xiao, can I assume your opinion represents Miss Tong’s opinion as well?"

Behind the door, Yang Xiao sighed, "Hasegawa Hideji tried to make a move against Tong Han several times; everyone saw it. But I suggest that Mr. Qingshui should seek her opinion."

"That would be best," Qingshui Cangjie no longer hesitated and turned away.

Following the emergency exit, he arrived at the junction of the 5th and 4th floors. At this moment, someone was leaning against the wall, silently smoking. Upon seeing Qingshui Cangjie approaching, he flicked the cigarette butt away and extinguished it with the toe of his shoe, "Mr. Qingshui."

"Mr. Heize, how are things on your end?" Qingshui Cangjie inquired.

"This Tong Han is very cunning. She won’t express her stance and refuses to bear the reputation of a murderer. She only says she supports us and trusts our judgment." While Qingshui Cangjie was seeking Yang Xiao’s opinion, Heize Lin was also consulting Tong Han separately.

But the two gave surprisingly consistent answers, as if they had communicated beforehand.

Heize Lin lowered his voice, "Mr. Qingshui, I suspect these two knew each other before. Even though they show little interaction publicly, it’s just to avoid suspicion. I’ve noticed that during past incidents, when people arrived on the scene, that woman’s gaze always inadvertently lingered on Yang Xiao."

"Hmm, your intuition is sharp. Although their answers reveal no flaws, that’s precisely their biggest oversight. However... don’t you find it strange, Mr. Heize?" Qingshui Cangjie looked at Heize Lin.

"What are you referring to?" Heize Lin maintained his respect for Qingshui Cangjie.

"Two acquainted foreigners, on our soil, yet both get involved in this Nightmare World; how low is the probability of something like that?" Qingshui Cangjie’s brow slightly furrowed.

Heize Lin also realized the issue here, especially since these two were behaving too calmly, pretending not to know each other.

"The probability is very low; I suspect they came prepared." Heize Lin said outright, "But... but how did they manage it?"

"Mr. Heize, what level are you at as an Angel Envoy?" Qingshui Cangjie inquired. freewebnovel.cσ๓

"I apologize, Mr. Qingshui. I have only just reached the threshold of Ghost Level." Heize Lin, eager to pledge loyalty to Qingshui Cangjie, was candid about his capabilities, having long heard of the Qingshui Group’s reputation and influence in Western Kyoto.

"No wonder..." The look in Qingshui Cangjie’s eyes was meaningful, "Mr. Heize, I’ll tell you a secret—very few at your level know. I know a way to enable two people to enter the same Nightmare World together, but it requires a tremendous cost."

"Is such a thing possible?!" Heize Lin was shocked. If others had said this, he wouldn’t care, but he knew Qingshui Cangjie wouldn’t joke about something like this.

"These two have a deep background. Although I know the method, I only understand the surface of it, and even with the abilities of my Qingshui Group, we couldn’t achieve it." Qingshui Cangjie didn’t hide this point.

Heize Lin was a bit taken aback, "You mean they have a powerful force supporting them."

"That seems to be the case. Regardless, we shouldn’t make enemies of them, especially since they are capable. Everyone wants to survive; our ultimate goal is the same. More friends mean more opportunities," Qingshui Cangjie said. fɾeeweɓnѳveɭ.com

After speaking, Qingshui Cangjie smiled at Heize Lin, "Mr. Heize, it seems we are destined to meet. You’re a very capable person. If you’re not offended, you can find me in the Capital City afterwards."

That’s exactly what Heize Lin wanted to hear—no, it should be called a promise. He immediately stood upright, his face excited as he bowed to Qingshui Cangjie: "Thank you for not abandoning me, Mr. Qingshui. Heize is willing to follow you unto death! My life is yours to command!"

"Very good, with open sincerity between us, you will surely accomplish great things in the Capital City!" Qingshui Cangjie was pleased with Heize Lin’s response.

"Mr. Qingshui, what should I do next? Please direct me!" Heize Lin quickly got into character.

"Have you notified everyone else?" Qingshui Cangjie asked.

"Yes, everyone, including the seasoned players, have been informed. Aragaki Sayoko and Beiyu Ye have both agreed to discipline Hasegawa Hideji." Heize Lin responded.

"Very well, I also tested the waters with Shibuki Naoko on the 8th floor not long ago, and she has no objections either. So... let’s proceed with the original plan!" Qingshui Cangjie nodded firmly, "I will message those people now. It’s more appropriate for them to execute such matters rather than us."