Return of the King, Dominating the City-Chapter 1383 - 1368: Analysis
Ignoring Zhang Long’s inner turmoil, on the other side.
Song Yun sat on the bus back to school, thinking about today’s events.
Song Yun was no fool.
This much, countless enemies of Song Yun could attest to.
Since Song Yun was no fool, he didn’t believe what Old Master Zhang said.
At least, Song Yun didn’t believe that Old Master Zhang would easily hand over a century-old foundation to him.
All excuses, reasons, couldn’t escape one fact.
The fact is, the Axe Sect has merged into the Shura Alliance!
This is the crux of the matter.
Though Old Master Zhang’s words were airtight and reasonable, such as the Shura Alliance being far from SH, with the Green Sect over there, the Shura Alliance couldn’t possibly swallow the Axe Sect whole, these seemed insignificant to Song Yun. If he really wanted to swallow the Axe Sect whole, he needn’t bother with the Green Sect. It was simple, having a few people take out Old Master Zhang and Zhang Long would make the Axe Sect entirely his, wouldn’t it?
Even if not entirely his, he could have some people take leadership positions, stand behind them, and instead of fifty percent, hike the profit share to ninety-nine percent, replacing the original members with his own. Wouldn’t the Axe Sect completely become his then?
Song Yun thought of these, so Old Master Zhang surely thought of it too, and even more.
If so, why did Old Master Zhang do it then?
This is the most bizarre part of the matter.
Song Yun didn’t believe a figure who had reigned over Shanghai Beach for decades would suddenly go brain-dead without having some interest in the thing.
And to discover that interest was the most crucial thing in Song Yun’s mind at the moment.
After arriving at the dormitory, Big Head was eating while watching Animal World.
"Spring has come, the season for creatures to xx..."
Upon hearing this familiar sound, inspiration flashed through Song Yun’s mind—so that’s how it was!
Clearly, Old Master Zhang’s intent was nothing less than akin to Animal World; he let the Axe Sect merge into the Shura Alliance, making the Green Sect the most uncomfortable. If the Green Sect were to try to claim that fat chunk, Song Yun would become the enemy, a scapegoat.
Song Yun naturally wouldn’t let the fat chunk slip away. Even if he couldn’t take down the Green Sect, he had the ability to fight them to the end. Once both organizations fought to their ends, wouldn’t the Axe Sect gain a reprieve? Crippled Shura Alliance wouldn’t control SH’s Axe Sect, and crippled Green Sect couldn’t care either.
But...
If he hadn’t fought to the end with the Green Sect, wouldn’t the Axe Sect be doomed? Or even if he did, Axe Sect wouldn’t necessarily stand against the Green Sect, surely not!
Another doubt emerged in Song Yun’s mind.
Of course, even now, Song Yun didn’t regret his decision yesterday. Given the principle that not taking advantage makes one an idiot, Song Yun would sign that contract. Even knowing the scheming possibilities, he would still sign, because wealth comes with risks. The Axe Sect’s vast enterprise wouldn’t let you devour it without some acidity, aches, bloating, or you’d be doing it unjustly, wouldn’t you?
Forget it, let’s deal with it when it comes.
Nonetheless, Song Yun’s astuteness aided him.
He had previously sent the Prince to find the White Tiger and Zhu Yeqing!
Song Yun wasn’t a good person, never was. 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎
On his business path, he prioritized profit above all, and even if Zhang Long drank with him, or Old Master Zhang knew his parents, it didn’t matter—he’d mercilessly eliminate them if needed.
Song Yun indeed harbored intent to eliminate them.
Song Yun’s thinking, actually, was as sinister as Old Master Zhang’s.
As for how sinister, that would wait for later disclosure.
The next day, Song Yun slept until afternoon, checked his class schedule, found an Ancient Martial Arts elective, dressed, and left.
Song Yun just arrived at the gym, coincidentally for the start of the elective.
There, Song Yun saw Shi Wenxi, who had an expression like Song Yun had slept with his wife.
Song Yun felt resigned; surely there was no room for negotiation between him and Shi Wenxi.
Ye Yinyin wasn’t in class that afternoon; Shi Haoran simply demonstrated some moves and had the group practice independently.
Time passed quickly; by five PM Shi Haoran announced class over. Song Yun didn’t linger much, went to find food, while Shi Wenxi and Shi Haoran entered an adjacent office.
"You’re saying Song Yun wants to meddle with Professor Tao’s research?"
Shi Haoran frowned at Shi Wenxi, asking.
"Yes, based on some acquired data, Song Yun might target Professor Tao’s work. Uncle, I think the family ought to ensure Professor Tao’s data isn’t stolen. Remember, Song Yun ranks within the top twenty on the War God List!"
Shi Wenxi said seriously!
"Where did you hear Song Yun intends to meddle with Professor Tao’s research?"
Shi Haoran asked.
"Think about it. Why isn’t Song Yun sitting comfortably as the Shura Alliance boss but running to Danfu University as an exchange student? What’s there for him to gain? Is he really just here to study? That’s unlikely. If he wanted to study, he could attend better universities like QH, BD, both in Beijing, closer to the Song Family’s base. Studying there wouldn’t be better? Even going to Hong Kong Chinese University would be better than coming to Danfu University, because in SH, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang, Song Yun has many enemies, which poses inconvenience and danger. Surely Song Yun knows this. Knowing this, Song Yun still came to study here, proving he has motives at Danfu University, and those motives are significant!"
Shi Wenxi said.
"Continue!"
Shi Haoran smiled, nodding.
"As we know, the most crucial thing at Danfu University isn’t its centennial celebration but rather Professor Tao’s research, rumored to soon have results. Once that outcome arises, and if it’s sufficiently valuable, it’ll attract countless contenders. This time, families like Zhao and Zhou, individuals from Wen Commerce Association, will join the centennial celebration. Why? Isn’t it all for Professor Tao’s research? I believe Song Yun’s intent surely aligns with theirs, and right now, amongst all attending, Song Yun is likely the toughest. Without formidable interference, Song Yun, should he decide to seize the research, only you, Uncle, could stop him." Shi Wenxi continued.
"Well said."
