Chapter 914: Attack by Two Means – Strategy and Alliances

A silver “Mu” symbol appeared on Ren Jie’s chest on the spot. The gang leaders all looked extremely displeased, as if they had swallowed a hundred flies. As for Huang Sha, Ren Jie was a master whom First-Class Hall had spent much effort to uncover. But since Ren Jie focused solely on sword training, and after competing with Kai Xin, their efforts were temporarily put on hold. Now, seeing Kai Xin win Ren Jie over with just a few words, his expression was utterly ugly.
In the past, within the Mu Family, only Kai Xin and Yin Hu could kill him. But now, Ren Jie’s name had also been added to the list. Watching Ren Jie discuss matters related to the Mu Family with Kai Xin at the banquet, even discussing the timing and location of entering the capital and establishing a branch there, Huang Sha wanted to strangle the beaming Ren Jie.
“Boss Kai Xin, how many of us are going to the capital this time? When will we set up the branch?”
“Don’t rush.”
Kai Xin replied with a smile, “Before establishing the branch, we must ensure there are no hostile forces from the Mu Family in the capital. All these obstacles must be eliminated at once.”
“…”
Hearing this, Ren Jie glanced at Huang Sha with a smile. The latter’s face was as red as the bottom of a pot.
“What do you want me to do, Boss Kai Xin?” Ren Jie, eager to make a name for himself as a new leader, was quite motivated to achieve something significant.
“Don’t worry. You’ll play an important role when the time comes.” As he spoke, Kai Xin noticed that all twenty-some tables in the courtyard outside the hall were already filled. Once the doors closed, beautiful maids entered one after another, carrying silver trays, adding a touch of springtime charm to the courtyard.
The banquet began.
“Master Bai Xiaosheng, these are palace-level maids from the royal household. To bring so many of them to serve us at once—truly worthy of being the richest man in the Central Plains, haha…”
“Tsk tsk, isn’t that right?”
“We’re so lucky.”
“Not at all. Since it’s to entertain you all, we certainly can’t neglect them.” Bai Xiaosheng smiled broadly and bowed to everyone like a martial artist: “But soon, I won’t be the richest man in the Central Plains anymore. Bai Xiaosheng is just putting on an act, taking advantage of this last chance to show off. Please don’t embarrass me in the future.”
“Oh?”
Many people showed surprise:
“Is there someone else in the Central Plains who can take away Master’s title as the richest man?”
“Who could it be?”
Bai Xiaosheng smiled and pointed at Kai Xin, who was smiling gently in the hall: “This person is well-known to everyone. He is the honored guest I’m hosting today—Kai Xin.”
“…”
Seeing Kai Xin’s helpless smile, Ren Jie was momentarily stunned.

“The term ‘number one richest man’ simply means the richest person. But I remember Bai Xiaosheng could make money from every master in the Central Plains. So, Happy Boss, do you have even greater skills at making money?”
“Of course.”
Bai Xiaosheng walked in carrying wine, laughing heartily:
“This land of the Central Plains, from the coasts to the south, from the Yangtze River to the Western Regions, is already quite vast. Now even the entire northern territory is about to fall to the Mu Family and the Xiyi Gate. Who else could make money faster than the Mu Family?”
Ren Jie’s face turned red—not from shame, but from excitement!
Bang!!!!
Amidst the cheers in the courtyard, Huang Sha stood up abruptly!
“That’s enough!!!”
The hall fell silent instantly.
The noises in the courtyard also ceased.
“Happy, the north still belongs to the Yipin Hall! Before the Yipin Hall is defeated, it’s still uncertain who will win!!! You’re holding a grand celebration banquet now—don’t you think it’s too early?”
The dozens of gang leaders at the table also straightened up, their gazes fixed on Happy under Huang Sha’s imposing presence, showing their strong support for the Yipin Hall and signaling that the capital remained united.
“……”
Happy hadn’t moved yet, but Ren Jie couldn’t hold back anymore.
A murderous intent flashed in his eyes as his hand reached for his sword hilt.
“Xiao Jie, don’t be impulsive. This is the capital.”
“I’m not afraid. I’ve been to the imperial palace before. The people from the Eastern and Western Factories can’t do anything to me.” Ren Jie’s bold words and recklessness made the gang leaders around Huang Sha pale.
It was true.
Although law enforcement was stricter now, the most powerful masters available were only at the ordinary Mythical Realm level…
They held little deterrence against experts like Ren Jie and Happy.
They were indeed afraid that Ren Jie might draw his sword and kill someone in a fit of anger. Among the many gang leaders present, few could be considered top experts and wouldn’t be able to stop a strike from a disciple of Ximen Chuixue.
Although the hundreds of gang leaders and notable figures in the courtyard were somewhat far away, all six doors of the hall were open, connecting almost directly to the outside world, so everyone was well aware of what was happening inside.
Seeing Ren Jie draw his sword and grow angry, some people turned pale while others rejoiced, wishing he would eliminate all the subordinate gang leaders of the Yipin Hall and completely purge the capital’s forces.
But…
Happy surely wouldn’t let such a thing happen.

“This is after all the master’s residence. Today, the master is hosting guests, and we guests must not overshadow them. Let alone mention killing.” With a press of his arm, Ren Jie’s long sword came to rest on the table.
The latter sat down angrily, still glancing resentfully at everyone at the table.
In the courtyard, Qin Qing and Qin Yun exchanged meaningful looks:
Happy had actually promoted an impulsive little troublemaker as the leader of the entire north—his intentions were now clear…
With his arrival in the capital, a massive bloody suppression and massacre were likely to follow!
Judging from his earlier attitude toward the forces under Yipin Tang, it seemed these people wouldn’t fare well once they stepped outside.
When Happy spoke again, everyone held their breath, not daring to miss a word.
After pressing Ren Jie down, he looked outside, his clear voice filled with strong confidence and dominance that inspired many: “Since Lord Huang has spoken openly about fighting against the Mu Family to the end, Happy will also be straightforward with everyone.”
“…”
Silence fell instantly inside and outside the hall.
Under the anxious, uneasy, and expectant gazes of the crowd, Happy slowly asked the maids behind him to pour him wine, then raised his eyes:
“This time, Happy’s arrival in the capital—destroying Yipin Tang is just one of his goals…”
“…Arrogant.”
Huang Sha gritted his teeth, unable to hold back.
As Happy glanced at him with a hint of mockery, Huang Sha snorted and turned away.
“It won’t be long before we know if it’s arrogance or not.”
“Happy’s second goal is to prevent chaos in the capital due to his arrival, avoiding too much turmoil and killing. That’s why he’s brought Master Bai Xiaosheng here—to find allies for cooperation. As you know, the Mu Family has a detailed system for working with allies.”
“Allies?”
“I wonder what specific conditions Happy is looking for in allies.”
“Yeah, are there any specific standards?”
“Thirty thousand members of the White Horse Gang, with four branches—will that be enough?”
“And then there’s our Qingfeng Tower…”
“We…”
As Happy revealed his second goal, most of the people at the twenty-four tables in the courtyard became excited, eagerly asking to become allies of the Mu Family.
The continuous clamor almost overturned Bai Xiaosheng’s residence!

Huang Sha became pale instantly. Hundreds of gang leaders rushed to offer cooperation with the Mu Family, all showing signs of despair and fear that their power was waning. They never expected Happy to have such a powerful trump card. Without even taking control of the capital yet, he acted as if he already had it all in his grasp! There were numerous gangs in the capital, with complex power dynamics. Due to limited resources, even Yipin Tang could only control key areas and a few influential gangs. But it was clear that the rest of the gangs had all sided with Happy. Huang Sha finally understood Happy’s plan to hold a grand banquet in the capital this time—his heart turned cold. If Happy really managed to gather all these people’s strength under his control, the Mu Family could easily take control of the capital without fighting! Previously, Yipin Tang had intended to exhaust the Mu Family’s strength in the capital so they couldn’t launch a western campaign—this plan was now exposed… “…” Huang Sha’s expression was extremely grim. A few even glanced nervously back and forth between Huang Sha and Happy, caught in internal conflict. This scene naturally caught Ren Jie’s attention, who stood beside Happy, feeling even more admiration for him. Thinking back, if they had drawn their swords to fight, they might not have killed many before being chased out of the city by the elite warriors inside, only to be laughed at by Yipin Tang and its allied gang leaders. But with just a few words, Happy not only shattered their greatest reliance and arrogance but also positioned himself in the most advantageous position. Now, no one could stop the Mu Family from taking control of the capital and establishing a branch there… “Master Bai Xiaosheng, this banquet is a perfect example of his standards. Since you’re all here, you must be some of the allies Happy is seeking!” With just one sentence, Happy not only dispelled the anxiety and unease of many gang leaders present but also made them puff out their chests with pride. Some were even extremely excited. If their subordinates saw this online, thinking that Happy had actively invited them to cooperate, wouldn’t their pride soar even more? “If you’re interested, you can leave your names after the banquet and get ready in advance. As allies, we’ll share both offense and defense, celebrating this great occasion together with the Mu Family and the Xiyi Gate!” “Great!” “Master, remember my name—Baima Gang…” “Me too, me too. I’m…” A crowd of people eagerly started introducing themselves, creating chaos.

In the end, Bai Xiaosheng, who had been prepared in advance, ordered his thirty-six disciples to step forward. Each of them took out paper and pen to sign at their respective tables, which finally calmed everyone’s frenzy.
“…It seems that Vice Hallmaster Huang and the others have already accepted that Kai Xin is qualified to take control of the capital.” Turning his gaze away, Kai Xin’s eyes fell on Huang Sha, who was pale and having his subordinates prepare homing pigeons. Without stopping him, Kai Xin smiled faintly and said, “Actually, I also know what First-Class Hall is planning right now.”
“Half an hour ago, resistance and counterattacks from the Mu family and the chivalrous sects in various northern cities have significantly weakened. Many troops have also withdrawn from the capital. Is Hallmaster Meng planning to leave Kai Xin without saying goodbye?” Kai Xin’s mocking laughter caused many of those present to change expressions dramatically, staring at Huang Sha in disbelief.