"Alright, An Family, two decisions, just one word."

"Fine."

Ji Jue's quick and decisive response made Chen Xingzhou feel a sense of loss.

But if Punabantu could be secured, it might not be a loss. The local port could be renovated and used, allowing for long-term benefits, and if Ji Jue were to invest in industry, there would be no shortage of market.

"Let's settle it, then," Chen Xingzhou didn't want to discuss any further. "I'll have Old Lin contact you later. Any other requests?"

"Quickly, as soon as possible, the faster the better, ideally setting off by tomorrow morning."

"You certainly are good at being the client..."

Chen Xingzhou sighed without refusing, then hung up the phone.

Ji Jue dialed another number on his phone.

Next was the Returning Home Knight Order, gathering a hundred large groups. On one hand, time was too tight and manpower was insufficient. After all, everyone had tasks to attend to, and so many people were gathered only after Accountant Old Deng gritted his teeth and extinguished several commitments.

On the other hand, the sea environment was really not suitable for the Fungus Group to operate...

Finally, Ji Jue made one last call.

Seven Cities.

The phone rang once and was immediately answered.

Without waiting for the enthusiastic greeting on the other end, Ji Jue bluntly asked, "Deputy Commander Minkler, want to get promoted?"

"Dad!!!"

A heartfelt call and shout echoed from the other end, almost tearful.

Tears weren't a refusal but the choking feeling when returning to one's father's embrace after wandering for many years. Before Minkler realized it, tears had already streamed down his face uncontrollably. He stood up and pounded the table:

"Between father and son, no need for many words, just tell me who to deal with!"

"No need for you to deal with anyone. Just rally the naval forces of Seven Cities for a show, and await the credit for expanding our territories to come in hand.

Just that..."

Ji Jue paused and slowly said, "The situation of the conquered land, how it will be managed... Seven Cities won't mind, right?"

"Who would mind? Who the hell would dare object when my dad speaks? Do you think my sword isn't sharp enough or what?"

Minkler responded without hesitation, "Rest assured, whatever the arrangements, there will be no dissent!"

Thus, the final pretense and reasoning on the surface were resolved.

Seven Cities, outraged by the unjust treatment from the Chongguang Association and the invasion of their own territory, upon learning the mastermind was entrenched in Punabantu, resolutely raised the righteous force again, launching a righteous cause, righting wrongs and eliminating evil.

For Thousand Islands' establishment, for Seven Cities' fate, for Tian Yuan's ancestral learning, for Endless Sea's peace... You have objections? How dare you have objections? Then go tell that to the bloodstained innocent victims! Are you somehow associated with the mastermind? I will begin a thorough investigation now!

Old Tang will be the bodyguard enforcer and scapegoat, the Dragon Remains Fleet as the main force, supported by Yellow Beard from the North Wind, high-end combat power from Desert Market is mobilized, the Returning Knight from Red Country is prepared without any worries, and Seven Cities stands as a front to cover, providing explanations to all parties.

The personnel are gathered, ready for deployment.

Just push through all the way.

However...

Why is there still a lingering unease in my heart?

Behind all this, could it really have been orchestrated by some incombustible waste as Sister Wen mentioned? Such a massive scale involving all sorts of aspects...

Ji Jue furrowed his brows, contemplating silently.

His phone was picked up unconsciously, and when he came to his senses, it had stopped at his teacher's contact. He instinctively pressed it, but immediately hung up again.

The teacher had recently entered another work period and hasn't bothered with outside affairs for quite a while. Besides the question of whether this matter was worth troubling the teacher, the crucial point was that the teacher was involved in too many matters.

After years of keeping a low profile, why disturb it because of himself?

So, Ji Jue had only one option left...

Suddendly, his expression twitched as if being forced to eat a fly, a clear discomfort, unable to bear it even before the fly reached his mouth.

But, circumstances cannot be controlled...

He still had to eat it.

Looking up, he sighed heavily, then picked up the phone again.

Dialed the association's dedicated line.

To be precise, it was the private line of the current councilman, Gustav.

"Hello? Councilman Gustav, yes, it's me, no, no, I have always been relying on the support of the association, thanks to the excellent guidance you provided during exams. No Problem, I'll cooperate, anytime, just an interview, yes, okay, okay."

After the pleasantries, he reluctantly and hesitantly stated his real purpose: "Could you kindly remind that old... ahem, I mean, that honored gentleman, I sense that this current spirit epidemic situation is not simple. Yes, exactly, just my personal suspicion, sorry for troubling you, thank you..."

After hanging up, Ji Jue finally, tiredly, let out a long sigh.

Alright, the old dog should be in position soon.

Surely, there won't be any more disruptions?

Even if there are any, just getting Sister Wen back safe and sound will be enough!

Having come this far, there is no need to hesitate.

Let's get to it!

Ji Jue rolled up his sleeves.

"Isis."

"I'm here."

"The Prosperity is docking. Deploy the shipyard's workshop number four, clear the deck and cabin, and then..."

Ji Jue hesitated for a moment but ultimately made up his mind: "Prepare to implant the Crown of Isis, and besides that, authorize weapon module installations.

Including, the Tears of Isis."

"As you command."

The starlight-like projection converged, and the Spirit of Workshop seemed to smile, curtsying:

"My Master."

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