Ice Age Apocalypse: I Hoard Billions of Supplies-Chapter 1071: Zhu Zheng’s Melancholy

Chapter 1071: Zhu Zheng's Melancholy

Zhu Zheng had already inquired with Jingwei. Not long after, Deng Shentong and Linghu Feixue also arrived at the office.

They were currently unaware that they were being monitored by the Night Crow Squad and came as usual to report on the battle situation.

Everything they reported was already known to Zhu Zheng.

Nevertheless, Zhu Zheng still asked the two of them for their opinions on Zhang Yi.

"He didn't choose to return with you. What do you think is the reason?"

The two of them glanced secretly at each other, each with their own thoughts.

Linghu Feixue frowned and said indifferently, "I think he probably believes that, in his current state, he doesn't need to report anything to you anymore!"

"After all, he is now the noble Epsilon!"

Linghu Feixue didn't know the full story.

She only knew that Zhang Yi had deceived everyone, obtained the Divine Source alone, and then let them fight on the island.

Therefore, she held some unfavorable views of Zhang Yi in her heart.

Deng Shentong, on the other hand, said with a smile, "Perhaps he's weary from the long battles and wants to reunite with his family first."

"Moreover... there are some issues that the Region needs to help him resolve."

Zhu Zheng chuckled.

He tapped the table with his right hand and nodded with a smile.

"Yes, he has accomplished a great deal this time. Hmm, obtaining the Divine Source is the greatest merit!"

"However, he has indeed caused me a great deal of trouble. The East Sea Region will require a lot of effort to soothe their feelings again."

"And the Shengjing Region also needs a report from us."

Zhu Zheng let out a long sigh and said with a bitter smile, "Being this commander is not easy!"

These words were indeed heartfelt.

But if Zhang Yi could completely become one of his people, then all his negative emotions would vanish.

To put it bluntly, he still wasn't that confident in Zhang Yi, the lone wolf.

"Alright, you two go back and get some proper rest first! You've both worked hard on this mission."

Deng Shentong and Linghu Feixue said, "Then we'll take our leave."

The two of them left Zhu Zheng's office.

Zhu Zheng propped his cheek on his left hand, gazing eagerly at the communicator on the desk.

"Zhang Yi, Zhang Yi... Ah, you guy, why can't you be used by me? It's fine if you can't be used by me, but why do you have to be so powerful?"

"When the subordinates are too strong, it's difficult for me as the leader!"

"Ah, forget it, forget it. This time, I'll be the first to lower my head."

He activated the communicator.

"Xiao Ai, help me connect to Zhang Yi."

What Zhang Yi was waiting for was Zhu Zheng's communication.

He needed Zhu Zheng to express an attitude: first, apologize for breaking his word before, and also express an attitude regarding the Jingwei surveillance incident.

This wasn't being nitpicky, but rather to let others know his bottom line. Otherwise, continuous forbearance would only lead others to become increasingly aggressive.

At home, Zhang Yi saw Zhu Zheng's communication invitation. He waited for it to ring three times before finally answering.

Zhu Zheng's amiable and kind face appeared before him.

"Haha, Zhang Yi, congratulations! You successfully obtained the Divine Source and have become an Epsilon-level superhuman. This is a fortunate event for our entire Jiangnan Region!"

"On behalf of the Jiangnan Region and all the high-ranking officials of Blizzard City, I extend my congratulations to you!"

Zhang Yi gave a faint smile.

"Thank you, Commander Zhu."

Zhu Zheng seemed to ignore this indifferent attitude.

"You've returned, so why not come to our Blizzard City? I've already had people prepare a victory banquet specifically to welcome you back and celebrate!"

"You are now the greatest contributor to the Jiangnan Region. How can we skip the ceremony?"

"If others found out, they'd think the Jiangnan Region doesn't value talent!"

Zhang Yi chuckled.

"Commander Zhu, it's not that I don't want to return, but I'm worried that going back might make some people unhappy!"

Zhu Zheng said with a stern face, "Ah, what kind of talk is that? We are all overjoyed. Who would be unhappy?"

Zhang Yi curled his lips and said slowly, "I heard that you've cultivated a superhuman named Zhu Yu there? With a new favorite, I'm afraid you've long forgotten about me, the old one."

"It's said she was cloned from the cells of my old friend Yuan Kongye. I guess, with the entire Region's cultivation now, her power is advancing by leaps and bounds?"

Hearing this, Zhu Zheng naturally understood the dissatisfaction in Zhang Yi's heart.

Ever since Zhu Yu appeared, Zhu Zheng's attitude towards Zhang Yi had cooled somewhat.

Especially after Zhang Yi returned from the sea, Zhu Zheng never mentioned the matter of giving him priority use of the Divine Source again.

He even sent Jingwei to monitor him, all to prevent Zhang Yi from monopolizing the Divine Source.

The smile slowly faded from Zhu Zheng's face. At this moment, his face was filled with sorrow, transforming from the high-spirited Regional Commander back into a weathered old man.

"Zhang Yi, in this matter, I was at fault first. I am sorry to you. But the Region needs balance; we cannot let one person dominate."

Zhang Yi interrupted him, "I'm not here to listen to grand principles. You have your considerations, but I also have my own thoughts. I won't sacrifice myself for anyone. That's not a valid reason."

Zhu Zheng and Zhang Yi weren't meeting for the first time. Of course, he understood Zhang Yi's temperament.

Playing the emotional card was a complete waste of time. It was better to offer something tangible.

"Alright then. To express my apology, the Region has prepared a large amount of strategic supplies for you. You can come and collect them anytime!"

"The members of your household are still at a low level, aren't they? I imagine you don't want them to hold you back. The Region will provide them with the best resources to help them improve their strength!"

"And you don't need to worry about the issues with the East Sea Region. I will handle them."

At this point, Zhu Zheng let out a long sigh. "Those guys are difficult to deal with. After all, this time they lost many elites. Including Baihu from the Four Spirits Fleet, and the two fleet commanders, Bai Ze and Xie Zhi."

"Not to mention you killed their Operations Department Head, Li Tianyang, right in front of so many people. Isn't that slapping them in the face?"

"That old fellow Li Guangxiao just called me. That guy gave me an earful! I estimate the Region will have to pay a hefty price this time to appease his feelings."

Mentioning this, Zhang Yi could barely suppress the smile at the corner of his mouth.

These troublesome problems were ones he intentionally created.

Among them, there was no lack of intention to retaliate against Zhu Zheng.

And he also knew that Zhu Zheng could only swallow his anger at this moment.

Because he needed Zhang Yi's support.

An Epsilon-level superhuman held almost supreme strategic value. Any price was worth paying.

Zhu Zheng's sighs and laments were essentially playing the victim card to quell the anger in Zhang Yi's heart.

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