In this world full of schemes and undercurrents, Zhongsu stood quietly by Shendu's side, his gaze falling upon the man before him known as the "Joker". A complex emotion flickered in his eyes, as if he were silently examining the deep sorrow etched upon the other's face. Shendu's expression appeared extremely solemn, his brow slightly furrowed, his lips tightly pursed, revealing an indescribable anxiety. Meanwhile, Zhongsu observed all this from the sidelines; his inner self seemed able to feel Shendu's present troubles and confusion. Yet, facing such a situation, he chose to mask his true inner thoughts with a faint smile.
Zhongsu thought to himself: "Valmont, oh Valmont, you truly are a pathetic fellow. Back in the day, how wealthy and powerful you were! Yet now, for the sake of a mere promise from Shendu, you spare no expense in pursuit of so-called power and wealth, ultimately meeting such an end. Shendu's constant breaking of promises is truly hard to believe; how can anyone follow such a leader with peace of mind?"
He shook his head helplessly, a wave of sympathy for Valmont's fate welling up inside him. At the same time, however, he became alert to his own current predicament. He knew deeply that in this world, loyalty is often just a superficial disguise, and what truly matters is one's own interests and survival. Zhongsu understood that if he failed to remain vigilant, he could become the next Valmont at any moment. He recalled his cooperation with Daolong, a relat…
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