Free Web NovelChapter 2109: Chapter 2310: Success and Failure
Normally, in the past, how could Big Rotten Fortune be willing to spend such money? After all, rich people save and scrimp; the wealthier they are, the more they save. Who would idly take money out of their wallet to make their pocket smaller? In this mercenary society, such a thing is simply impossible.
Moreover, he has to support so many people daily. After all, it’s such a large sect, with substantial daily expenses, while income is fixed. To take out more money means saying goodbye to development. So, the less money spent, the better; the fuller the wallet, the better.
However, it’s come to this point, like a hero forced up Mount Liangshan with no way out, and then ascending the mountain. He is in the same situation now, forced by Long Yi and the others to this point. If he doesn’t make some changes, the sect will collapse, and there will be no hope.
So, now if you ask him to take some money out, he’s willing, considering the circumstances—shed some blood, protect the whole, and continue developing; he’s willing.
After Big Rotten Fortune spoke, looking angry and filled with righteous indignation, Baldy heard and revealed a look of satisfaction, then smiled, nodded, acknowledging Big Rotten Fortune, hoping others would follow suit. Immediately, everyone’s gaze turned to Wumao and Afei, waiting for them to set an example. The two looked at each other with complex expressions, deeply contemplating something.
It’s quite normal; this is no joke, but a serious commitment. It’s about making a tangible contribution, not just empty words. Life isn’t easy, having reached this stage, all have paid much hardship and sweat. It’s been a hard-fought journey step by step, so instantly giving money isn’t easy for anyone; pondering is only natural.
Therefore, Afei and Wumao fell into deep thought, and the others didn’t say anything, just watched the two or glanced aside, waiting for their decision.
Before long, Afei suddenly raised his lowered head, and said decisively, "Alright, no problem, I’ll contribute whatever little I can."
Wumao and Afei basically made the same decision, having come through together. Since Afei spoke up, Wumao had no reason not to follow suit, saying, "In that case, I won’t say much; I’ll do as Afei does."
"Compared to everyone else, the strength of our two sects can only contribute a small effort," Wumao said.
At this point, several people expressed their stance, with Hao Jian showing a smile, and Baldy also smiling. Initially thinking this task was impossible, but having reached this point, it’s unexpectedly relieving and joyous.
Seeing everyone expressing their position, Baldy finally spoke: "Since everyone has expressed their stance, I have my say. You know my situation, so I won’t say much. I’ll do my best, though it still can’t match your level."
"Thank you all," Baldy spoke genuinely.
Everyone had expressed their attitude, stating their situation, making the current situation clear and visible. Sitting silently, everyone pondered deeply, with the atmosphere somewhat intense.
However, before doing great things, it’s always like this; only by achieving something impressive will it attract attention and be remarkable and meaningful. Without any challenge, Hao Jian wouldn’t be willing to do it.
"Black San, Qiu Lang, Big Rotten Fortune, Wumao, Afei..." Hao Jian continued, detailing some numbers and adding them up. After hearing this, some peoples’ faces still looked somewhat grim; even given the current situation, it’s tough to achieve results.
"Thank you," Hao Jian said abruptly, "Since you’re willing to express willingness, trust me, I won’t let you down. Joining us, there’s absolutely no mistake."
Everyone listened silently, as Hao Jian had only offered a blank check; no one knew whether this check will be cashed or if it would be effective in the end, so they remained silent. In their hearts, they were pondering whether this is worth it, whether they’re playing with fire or moving towards a new developmental avenue.
Each person conceived over these questions, with complex expressions not knowing what exactly they were thinking, but one by one, showing some worry, feeling this task would be difficult.
Yet at this moment, Hao Jian’s face showed a smile again, a face full of pride, saying: "Enough!"
Enough? The atmosphere was quiet enough; with Hao Jian’s words, everyone’s gaze quickly turned towards him, focusing on him, waiting for him to solve the mystery. This task seemed impossible to complete to everyone; if Hao Jian says it’s enough, then how so?
Isn’t it but a fool’s talk? Everyone knew the gap between this; if the gap weren’t huge, they wouldn’t have been oppressed for so long without speaking, enduring silently. Therefore, when Hao Jian said this, everyone felt it unrealistic, thinking Hao Jian was joking. Only Baldy had a serious and stern look spying Hao Jian, believing as long as Hao Jian opens his mouth, everything is possible.
Wumao and Afei involuntarily sneered, thinking Hao Jian was joking, coldly sarcastic. This matter couldn’t be just ’enough,’ as the strength gap was clearly present; how could ’enough’ happen, it was unrealistic.
The other few felt the same way, thinking Hao Jian was joking.
Only a few two or three were looking at Hao Jian, waiting for him to speak, to clarify, they were waiting for answers without immediately taking a stance. Hao Jian saw them and didn’t say much, just smiled, kept relations, poured himself a glass of water, drank by himself.
"Want to hear it?" he asked.
Several nodded, while Afei and Wumao displayed sarcasm without mercy.
Hao Jian merely smiled, ignoring their sarcasm, then silently drank some wine, expressing his ideas completely. He seemed neither anxious, leisurely conveying his thoughts, slowly shifting the crowd’s expressions; perhaps he hadn’t expected it, that matters would shift like this, realizing simply changing mindset clears the world significantly.
"This..." Black San voiced his opinion, "perhaps feasible."
Before Hao Jian spoke this remark, many thought he was dreaming, unrealistic, with wild thoughts. However, silencing some is best done by practical results, so with his idea out, many immediately fell silent.
Those previously quiet began pondering the pros and cons inside, expressions showing feasibility. Those who spoke were now silent, feeling their previous words a slap to the face, realizing Hao Jian’s thought appears feasible, highly so.
Simply put, everyone’s former thoughts and ideas were stagnant in a point, while Hao Jian’s words and pointers opened their thoughts entirely, feeling enlightened, gaining clarity.
Silence.
"So now, do you find it feasible or not? Or do you think my idea is wrong?" Hao Jian asked.
Everyone silent, yet not speaking, the answer visibly present.
Hao Jian grinned and said: "So now a brand new way lies before you, meeting on the narrow path, courage wins; see if you dare to fight. If you fight, there’s a chance, while if you fail, then... think carefully before responding."
Reaching here, Hao Jian stopped speaking, smiling.
All present were smart, knowing the half sentence Hao Jian left unsaid.
Another silence, pondering the pros and cons of Hao Jian’s words, whether to do it or not.
If successful, it leads to new glory, onto a new developmental path, an entirely new tomorrow, full of hope and light. If failing, one might fall into an irreversible abyss, never seeing the sun.
One success and one failure.
One hope and one darkness.
Everyone fell silent, speaking no more, deeply thinking.
Hao Jian wore his smile from start to finish, confidently; he knew, once he spoke, the matter was settled, only giving them time, the outcome wouldn’t change.
