Ice Age Apocalypse: I Hoard Billions of Supplies-Chapter 1147: Pressing Closer

Chapter 1147: Pressing Closer

Upon hearing Qin Qigong's words, the expressions of everyone present couldn't help but become much more serious.

Because the strength of those two Epsilon-level Ground Centipedes was indeed formidable and difficult to deal with.

No wonder the Shengjing Region needed to borrow personnel from other regions to participate in this operation.

However, Zhang Yi had some doubts in his heart. He thought about it but didn't voice them for the time being.

After all, he wasn't skilled in political maneuvering. Speaking out rashly with inappropriate words would only make him appear inconsiderate.

From beginning to end, Pagyi Gesang and Jiang Han hadn't spoken a word.

They understood very well in their hearts that they lacked both the strength and the status to speak at this moment.

They were merely here to listen, and then they had to return to report to the true decision-makers of their regions for them to make the call.

Qin Qigong raised the wine glass in his hand, speaking to everyone with a sincere expression:

"Everyone, I hope you can carefully consider this matter. If you are willing to participate in the operation, you are most welcome."

"But," his tone shifted, and his gaze swept imperceptibly over everyone, lingering slightly especially when it passed the representatives from the Southwest Region and the East Sea Region.

"What we require are Epsilon-level combat capabilities. If you don't intend to deploy top-tier forces for this operation, then you can only withdraw."

The main trouble they encountered was still that Ground Centipede colony deep in the abyss.

To enter the depths of the earth to deal with them and allow the mining of elemental ore to continue, they absolutely needed Epsilon-level powerhouses to go down.

No matter how many others went, entering the Ground Centipedes' territory would likely just be delivering themselves as prey.

A thoughtful look appeared in Jiang Han's eyes, yet she remained silent.

But for this operation, it seemed the East Sea Region couldn't participate.

She hadn't yet broken through to Epsilon-level, and Xuanwu couldn't possibly leave the sea, so this operation would have to be abandoned.

As for Pagyi Gesang, stroking the beard on his chin with a smiling face, it was impossible to tell what he was thinking.

Besides, the one truly making the decision wasn't him, but the Four Great Families Alliance of the Southwest Region.

Zhang Yi, Li Changgong, and Han Shanzuo all wore thoughtful expressions, clearly weighing the pros and cons.

It was at this moment that Zhang Yi raised his question.

"For this operation, how much force will your Shengjing Region deploy?"

Qin Qigong glanced at Zhang Yi and said with a smile, "The Garrison Commander of Wuyou Valley in the Qinling Mountains, Zhen Yuanzi, and over a dozen Dragon's Roar Guards with a superhuman ability index above 9300 points!"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yi, Li Changgong, Jiang Han, and the others all widened their eyes, looking at each other in disbelief.

The Shengjing Region had such grand ambitions, casually mentioning over a dozen powerhouses who, in other regions, could serve as squad leaders or fleet commander-level figures!

If calculated this way, the true depth of the Shengjing Region's foundation was unimaginably terrifying.

Zhang Yi thought to himself: Is this the rich reward from exclusively possessing a mysterious region? Terrifying, truly terrifying!

Recalling the time on Star Island, when the Divine Source appeared in Mist Valley, it had indeed brought them tremendous gains.

They had just searched the outskirts of Mist Valley and found a large number of source sprites containing powerful energy.

And with the Shengjing Region controlling the mysterious region beneath the Qinling Mountains for nearly a year, who knows how many good things they had obtained from it.

Han Shanzuo rubbed his thick fingers, looking up at Qin Qigong and Shang Daowen. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

"You said you'd allocate ten percent of the Qinling Mountains' resources to us, is that true?"

The smile on Qin Qigong's face deepened.

Shang Daowen adjusted his glasses and said meaningfully, "The resources we mentioned refer only to the elemental ore excavated from beneath the Qinling Mountains."

In other words, the things they found beneath the Qinling Mountains weren't limited to just elemental ore.

There were other things unknown to outsiders.

The gazes of everyone present shifted, each harboring their own ulterior motives.

"Ahem," Qin Qigong cleared his throat, "Everyone, no rush. Let's eat first. You can go back and discuss it slowly, giving me your answer whenever you've made a decision."

"But I hope you can give me a reply within three days. After all, we can't wait too long. Every day the elemental ore mining stops results in huge losses for us."

He took a sip of aged wine and said lightly, "Actually, it's not that our Shengjing Region lacks the capability to solve this problem. We just want to avoid some risks."

"With just one or two helpers, it should be sufficient."

The meaning expressed by these words was quite clear.

You five regions should think it over carefully. Excluding the East Sea Region, which is restricted by conditions and cannot act, there are still four regions with Epsilon-level powerhouses.

But if you come too late, it's not like we absolutely must have you. This opportunity might just disappear.

And that ten percent of elemental ore would then have nothing to do with you.

The looks everyone exchanged changed once more.

But right at this moment, Li Changgong suddenly set down the wine glass in his hand.

"I can agree. The Northwest Region will participate in this operation!"

Li Changgong's sudden statement disrupted many people's plans.

Originally, everyone wanted to consider further and observe the situation.

Who would have thought he'd be so decisive?

Qin Qigong also looked at Li Changgong with a smile, "Gouchen truly lives up to being from a military family. Your decisive conduct makes one sigh with emotion, 'Each generation has its talents, new people replace the old!'"

Qin Qigong's words carried profound meaning.

Both he and Li Changgong were regional supreme commanders, yet he didn't address Li Changgong as Marshal Li. Moreover, that latter statement clearly also referred to Li Changgong seizing power through force.

Yet Li Changgong couldn't refute this, as whether in terms of status, position, or track record, he was far inferior to this veteran commander, Qin Qigong.

Li Changgong's eyes turned somewhat gloomy. He tightened his grip on the wine glass in his hand and said in a deep voice:

"But for me to participate in this operation, I have a condition!"

Qin Qigong's gaze darkened slightly. Zhang Yi also looked up, his expression calm as he watched Li Changgong.

Sure enough, Li Changgong looked at Zhang Yi, his sharp gaze like two swords stabbing toward Zhang Yi's face.

"My grudge with Chaos must be resolved first! Otherwise, whether it's me or him, I imagine neither of us can trust the other with our backs."

"I hope the Shengjing Region can oversee a fair fight between me and Chaos!"

"I, Li Changgong, can guarantee with a soldier's honor that I will not take his life. This is a duel of honor, stopping at the appropriate point!"

"If Marshal Qin can agree to this demand, or at least not interfere in our fight, then I agree to participate in this operation!"

Zhang Yi's eyes gradually turned sharp.

Li Changgong. What was coming had finally come.

After all, he wouldn't let go of any opportunity to step on Zhang Yi to solidify his position as the King of the Northwest!

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