As the first rays of morning light broke through, Jiuyou City lacked its usual tranquility. Although the fierce battle of the previous night had temporarily curbed the enemy's covert offensive, an intangible sense of oppression hung over every corner of the city, like the calm before a storm.
Standing on the high platform of the City Lord's Mansion, Chen Haotian gazed out at the gradually brightening horizon, his gaze cold and profound. Lin Fan and Ye Wanqing stood behind him, their expressions solemn.
"Zhang Yuan's influence has already penetrated every corner of the city. If we don't resolve this as soon as possible, he will become an even greater threat," Ye Wanqing said in a deep voice.
Chapter 114