Former Interstellar Mercenary In Urban Cultivation World-Chapter 1360: The Confrontation

Her arrival had been abrupt, and although she had saved Yeom Hwaun’s group, that didn’t mean she was beyond suspicion.

Her identity was uncertain. frёewebnoѵēl.com

If she had been sent by the devils, saving Yeom Hwaun might have simply been a move to gain their trust.

It wasn’t impossible.

All the major forces began mobilizing their people in secret.

In the air above the Oryeong Mountains, there was an undercurrent of tension, like the stillness before a storm.

...

Water Vein Tribe.

After the rumors spread yesterday, the people of the Water Vein Tribe were filled with unease, they were afraid that the devils might be hiding among them.

Several of Ryusoo Jin’s subordinates, after hearing about the situation and noticing the restlessness in the other tribes, came together to confront it head-on.

"Everyone, please be at ease."

Ryusoo Jin furrowed his brows.

"Do we know where the rumor came from?"

Ryusoo Won replied, "In response to the Chief, the rumor first began spreading among the people at the lower levels. Because the people at the lower levels are so fluid and chaotic, we couldn’t trace its origin. However, it seems the earliest mention was in the Wood Vein Tribe, and only afterward did it spread to theMetal Vein Tribe and Earth Vein Tribe."

Ryusoo Jin’s brows knitted even more tightly, his face darkening. "There’s no word at all from the Fire Vein Tribe?"

Ryusoo Jin hesitated. "Well... ever since we made a move against the Fire Vein Tribe in the forest, their defenses have been like an iron wall. It’s been nearly impossible to infiltrate and gather intel. That said, things seem rather calm over there. They don’t appear to be affected by the rumor at all."

Ryusoo Jin suddenly let out a cold snort.

"Of course they aren’t affected. I’d bet eight or nine out of ten this rumor was deliberately spread by them—trying to stir internal conflict so they can reap the rewards afterward."

Ryusoo Jin said uncertainly, "But with the Fire Vein Tribe’s current strength, they’re not capable of swallowing all four of us whole."

Ryusoo Jin clasped his hands behind his back and stood up.

"We killed the previous Fire Vein Chief at the rift that was connected to the devil battlefield. Yeom Hwaun wants revenge for his father. As long as something benefits the Fire Vein Tribe, he would do anything to achieve it. Sure, they don’t have the strength to conquer all four Tribes, but what if his aim is only to weaken us through internal strife? In my opinion, this is just the first step in his plan. The more we care about this, the deeper we fall into his trap."

Ryusoo Jin thought about it carefully. It did make some sense, but...

At that moment, a subordinate rushed in. "Bad news, Chief! The other Tribes have suddenly brought a group of people and barged into our territory!"

Everyone was shocked.

Was it just a coincidence? It didn’t seem like it—things were too synchronized.

Ryusoo Jin’s expression changed several times.

"Go! Gather all of our Tribe’s strongest fighters! The rest, follow me!"

A large group of people marched with fierce momentum to the entrance of the Water Vein Tribe, only to see that aside from their own Tribe, all four of the other Tribes had already arrived.

The outcome was clear—they had been secretly collaborating behind his back.

Now they were suddenly showing up together, and it was almost certainly related to the rumor from yesterday.

"Toyun Kangmin, what is the meaning of this?"

Ryusoo Jin stared gloomily at the four tribes who had joined hands with the others behind his back—especially Toyun Kangmin.

Not long ago, they had just worked together.

And now, in the blink of an eye, he could shake hands with the Fire Vein Tribe?

It wasn’t exactly a betrayal, but the thought of them scheming behind his back filled him with rage.

Toyun Kangmin stepped forward and smiling gently. "Oh, it’s nothing much. Something happened recently, and we just wanted to discuss it with you."

Ryusoo Jin coldly looked at them. "Something that warrants all four Tribe chiefs coming to my territory? You don’t look like you’re here to discuss. More like you’re here to coerce."

Namgu Jaeun spoke with an amiable tone,

"There’s been a misunderstanding, Ryusoo Jin. We didn’t mean it that way. It’s just that certain matters need to be clarified. Otherwise, with the unrest spreading, we can’t let things go on like this. That recent rumor about the devils, for example—we all want to get to the bottom of it."

"And what does that have to do with me? You think coming to me will reveal who the devil is? I see it now—you all believe I’m the devil!"

Ryusoo Jin wasn’t stupid.

Seeing the size of their group, he immediately understood their true intentions.

Toyun Kangmin cut in. "Since you already understands, let’s not beat around the bush. The best approach right now is to verify your identity. Once it’s confirmed you’re not the devil, all suspicions will naturally be cleared."

Instead of calming him, these words lit a fuse in Ryusoo Jin.

"Excellent! So this is why you all suddenly joined forces—because you suspect I’m the devil. You want me to prove my identity? Why don’t you prove yours first? And you even dragged the Fire Vein Tribe in here to humiliate me! I’ll say it now—anyone who steps foot into the Water Vein Tribe today is an enemy of our Tribe!"

Toyun Kangmin sighed. "Ryusoo Jin, there’s no need to be so emotional. We’re just trying to get to the bottom of things. If you verify your identity, no one will trouble you further."

Ryusoo Jin sneered. "So if I refuse to cooperate, you’ll use force against me?"

"We have no choice. Yeom Hwaun suspects that you were involved in his father’s death. After all, what happened back then was a huge deal. It’s just a precaution to give everyone—including the Fire Vein Tribe—some peace of min...."