Chapter 1399: Chapter 533: Resourceful and Adaptable Zhou Yuanming (3)

The person sent to assassinate Shui Wuchang might be Su Mo.

The so-called mystery at Jianlong Mountain is naturally also Su Mo’s doing.

The purpose is to use this to establish authority and make the Four Divisions completely turn to him.

Moreover, by seizing the Four Divisions’ fatal weakness, he plans to eventually reclaim military power from them!

This is his true motive!

As for how Su Mo, with limited time on Weilong Island, could arrange so many methods in such a short period,

he doesn’t bother to delve into that.

Just thinking about it makes Zhou Yuanming truly frightened.

From the current situation, among the Four Divisions, except for himself, everyone else is either afraid of or compliant with this Hall Master.

Before today’s meeting, they even held a preliminary meeting.

At that time, Zhou Yuanming saw it clearly.

Shui Wuchang was deeply grateful to Su Mo and looked to him for direction.

Xiangtian Sect was full of reverence and apprehension, treating every word from Su Mo as if it were gold.

Mu Shanshan was somewhat better, but also held Su Mo in high regard.

Obviously, they had already pledged loyalty.

Before seeing Su Mo yesterday, things were far from this situation.

The leaders of the Four Divisions still had probing intentions.

Unexpectedly, everything changed overnight.

Zhou Yuanming had no idea how this trick was pulled off.

But now, with three divisions in hand, Su Mo already has the upper hand.

In such a situation, anything that goes wrong on his side would be seized by Su Mo as a weakness, turning small matters into big ones...

That would put him in extreme danger!

Therefore, during today’s meeting, he kept his head down, not daring to meet Su Mo’s gaze.

Afraid of provoking Su Mo’s anger, giving him an excuse to kill him and reclaim the Dui Character Order.

Unexpectedly, it wasn’t him, but his subordinates who made a blunder.

Thinking of this, Zhou Yuanming even considered eating his Commander alive.

Seeing Su Mo preventing him from punishing his subordinate, it was clear he had already seized the opportunity.

In an instant, his heart was filled with fear, and before Su Mo spoke, he pleaded for mercy.

This plea for mercy confused everyone present.

The Sihai Dragon Heads had limited understanding of him.

Xiangtian Sect and the other two understood.

This Fatty Zhou was probably imagining something absurd again.

Known for being suspicious and prone to wild fantasies, his worries often involved unreal matters.

It’s curious that people say a broad mind leads to good health.

This man worries constantly yet still manages to grow so much fat?

Su Mo was also somewhat puzzled and glanced at him with a smile:

"What has Lord Zhou done that requires me to spare your life?"

"Well..."

For a moment, Zhou Yuanming really didn’t know what to say.

Suddenly, he had an epiphany.

Since Su Mo’s interest is in the real power of the Four Divisions, if he lets him seize a weakness and control him, his life will be secure.

Thinking of this, he solemnly spoke:

"Subordinate has committed the crime of great disrespect to the Hall Master!"

"???"

Su Mo was momentarily perplexed.

Mu Shanshan, Shui Wuchang, and Xiangtian Sect were both amused and helpless.

Understanding his logic, they knew what Zhou Yuanming was thinking.

However, no one was willing to remind him at this moment.

Xiangtian Sect was powerless, still dealing with his own issues, uncertain of how Su Mo would deal with him. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

Like a clay Buddha crossing a river, unable to ensure his own safety.

As for Mu Shanshan and Shui Wuchang, they were happy to see this play out.

Especially Shui Wuchang.

He wasn’t hoping for Zhou Yuanming’s misery, but if Su Mo could use this opportunity to seize Dui Division, it would be ideal.

Though Zhou Yuanming likes to overthink and believe his own suspicions,

being the leader of Dui Division, his martial arts skills need no mention, and his ability to command soldiers is unparalleled among the Eight Sects.

An invaluable talent.

Su Mo was a bit amused:

"Oh? How has Lord Zhou been greatly disrespectful to this seat?"

"Well..."

Once again, Zhou Yuanming was at a loss for words.

He had only met Su Mo during last night’s banquet and had no further interactions.

There was no opportunity for the supposed great disrespect...

This time, he needs a good excuse to ensure Su Mo spares his life.

Thinking this, he saw Shui Wuchang stand up and salute:

"Hall Master, Lord Zhou indeed committed the crime of great disrespect.

"He... he cursed you last night."

With these words, he glanced at Zhou Yuanming.

Zhou Yuanming was initially angry but quickly realized Shui Wuchang was trying to save him!

Immediately nodded in agreement:

"Yes, yes, I cursed you, very harshly."

"..."

Su Mo was aware of Zhou Yuanming’s suspicious nature.

Even smart as he was, he couldn’t figure out Zhou Yuanming’s thought process at the moment.

Looking at Shui Wuchang couldn’t help but ask:

"Oh? In that case, it is indeed a crime of great disrespect.

"Water Department Master, how should such a crime be punished?"

Shui Wuchang cupped his hands:

"Death!"

Zhou Yuanming nodded repeatedly: "No..."

About to say ’You’re right,’ he suddenly realized, glaring at Shui Wuchang.

Why death for that?

Shui Wuchang ignored Zhou Yuanming and knelt:

"But, considering it’s Lord Zhou’s first offense, I ask the Hall Master for leniency."

Following this, Mu Shanshan stood up and knelt:

"I also ask the Hall Master for leniency."

With them leading the request, everyone present knelt and pleaded.

For a moment, even Zhou Yuanming was bewildered.

Did I really commit the crime of great disrespect?

Am I about to die?

Seeing their reaction, Su Mo chuckled:

"Then, according to Water Department Master’s view, how should I show leniency?"

"In my humble opinion, Lord Zhou’s head should be temporarily noted.

If it happens again, punish the two crimes together.

For now, simply reclaim the Dui Character Order, and grant him a Hand Token to temporarily act as Dui Division’s leader.

Wait until Lord Zhou achieves great merit, then restore his position and return the Dui Character Order."

Oh, now I get it!

Hearing this, Zhou Yuanming was enlightened, immediately nodding and kowtowing:

"Shui Wuchang makes sense, I accept this punishment willingly!"