After discussing the matter with Lin Yuyao, Sun Chen decided to carefully orchestrate a scheme of alienation to shatter the alliance between Sun Tian and the criminal syndicates.
Sun Chen first dispatched his elite subordinates to quietly spread false rumors. These rumors claimed that in order to monopolize absolute power, Sun Tian planned to eliminate all his partners once the operation succeeded. At the same time, he arranged for operatives to stir up internal strife within the syndicates, sowing doubt about their loyalty to Sun Tian.
In a shady tavern in the Imperial Capital, several minor syndicate bosses sat huddled together with grim expressions.
"Did you hear? That bastard Sun Tian is planning to cast us aside once we've served our purpose."
"Hmph, I knew from the start he was no good."
"But we've already boarded his sinking ship. What can we do now?"
These discussions were precisely what Sun Chen had hoped for, and his alienation plot was beginning to bear fruit.
On the other side, Sun Tian caught wind of the wavering among his subordinates and flew into a rage.
"A pack of fools, actually letting themselves be fooled by Sun Chen's little tricks!"
Determined to stabilize the alliance, Sun Tian decided to host a secret meeting in an attempt to dispel everyone's doubts. However, Sun Chen had already seen through his plan.
On the day of the meeting, Sun Chen sent top-tier fighters to infiltrate the gathering and intentionally provoke a conflict at the critical moment. The scene instantly descended into chaos as the syndicate bosses' grievances against Sun Tian erupted completely.
"Sun Tian, what on earth are you up to?"
"Today you must give us an explanation!"
Sun Tian found himself unable to defend his actions, and severe cracks formed within the alliance.
Taking advantage of the enemy's internal turmoil, Sun Chen decided to launch a counteroffensive. Leading his own forces alongside the reinforcement troops from the Lin family, he unleashed a fierce assault on the strongholds of Sun Tian and the criminal syndicates.
The battle commenced, with flames lighting up the sky. Sun Chen charged into the enemy ranks at the front lines, moving as if no one were there. His immortal arts possessed astonishing power, and wherever he went, enemies fell one after another.
"Sun Chen, today is your doomsday!" roared Sun Tian as he lunged at Sun Chen.
The two engaged in a fierce duel, spiritual energy colliding and radiating brilliant light. Sun Chen's gaze was resolute, the hatred in his heart transforming into boundless strength.
"Sun Tian, your time is up!"
After an arduous battle, Sun Chen gradually gained the upper hand. Sun Tian began to falter, exposing an opening. Seizing the opportunity, Sun Chen unleashed a fatal blow, striking Sun Tian down and leaving him heavily wounded.
"No... impossible!" Sun Tian cried out in despair.
With Sun Tian's defeat, the morale of the criminal syndicates completely collapsed, and they scattered in all directions. Sun Chen's troops pursued the victory, destroying multiple enemy strongholds in one fell swoop and scoring a major triumph.
However, the victory in battle did not cause Sun Chen to lower his guard. He knew that although Sun Tian had been defeated, even more powerful enemies might still be lurking in the shadows, waiting for an opportunity.
Sure enough, while clearing the battlefield, Sun Chen received a mysterious letter. It warned him that if he did not stop his pursuit of vengeance, he would face even more horrific consequences.
Sun Chen let out a cold snort and tore the letter to pieces.
"No matter who it is, nothing can stop my determination for revenge!"
By this time, the Imperial Capital had plunged into chaos because of the massive battle. Shocked and alarmed by Sun Chen's formidable power, the imperial court began to reassess its relationship with him.
Meanwhile, other families and factions observed from the shadows, plotting how to profit from the turmoil.
Sun Chen and Lin Yuyao knew deeply that they had to stabilize the situation as quickly as possible; otherwise, their hard-won victory could vanish into thin air.
Thus, on one hand, Sun Chen expressed his loyalty to the imperial court, promising that his power would be used solely to protect the peace of the Imperial Capital. On the other hand, he began negotiating with other families and factions, seeking cooperation and support.
Throughout this process, Sun Chen demonstrated extraordinary wisdom and leadership. Grounded in principles of fairness and shared benefits, he won the recognition and respect of many.
However, the crisis was not entirely resolved. The enemies hidden in the dark were still stirring, waiting for the right moment to deal Sun Chen a fatal blow.
Late one night, Sun Chen and Lin Yuyao were in the study discussing their next steps when suddenly, an unusual sound came from outside the window.
Sun Chen rose alertly and said, "Watch out!"
Before the words had faded, a group of dark figures smashed through the window and launched an attack upon them.
Sun Chen and Lin Yuyao responded swiftly, engaging in a fierce battle with the intruders. Every single one of these shadowy figures was a top-tier expert, clearly having come fully prepared.
At a critical moment, Sun Chen spotted an opening in the enemy's defense and unleashed a powerful immortal art, defeating the leader of the shadowy figures.
"Speak! Who sent you?" Sun Chen demanded sternly.
Yet the dark figure simply bit down on a poison capsule hidden in his mouth and committed suicide on the spot.
Sun Chen furrowed his brow, deeply aware that the conspiracy behind all this was far more complex and dangerous than he had imagined.
Yet he did not shrink back in the slightest, knowing that only by forging ahead courageously could he uncover the truth and obtain justice for himself and his family.
In the days that followed, Sun Chen and Lin Yuyao exercised even greater caution, continually strengthening their own power while diligently searching for clues regarding the enemy.
At last, they uncovered a startling secret...