Atlas of Heaven and Man.

Chapter 1487 Quick Start to Seize the Initiative

Huang Zhenliang understood very well that the key to accomplishing this task lay not with the other side or with them, but with the advisory group and with those above.

The attitude mentioned above is the key.

What he wanted to ask was whether Chen Chuan had communicated with his superiors before doing this.
Chen Chuan said, "Chairman Huang, the standards set for us by the higher-ups are actually quite broad. They only grasp the general direction. Apart from the more important people and things that they pay attention to, they won't pay much attention to the rest."

We can handle this ourselves.

This organization is hiding inside our country and is clearly colluding with entities in the other world. It has caused us great damage. Before the great bombardment arrives, we must launch a purge operation against it. Even if we cannot completely eradicate it, we must try to eliminate a portion of it.

If anyone obstructs our path, then no matter who it is, we must not let them off easily, even if it comes at a heavy price.

You all don't need to worry about the advisory group,"

He calmly said, "If anyone disagrees, I will take responsibility for persuading them."

Huang Zhenliang and Vice President Zhu felt a jolt in their hearts. As members of the Pure Faction, they both knew very well what persuasion meant.

I feel that this consultant, Mr. Chen, is very radical in his approach.

But then I thought, aren't their Pure faction advisors always like this?
Huang Zhenliang immediately stated: "Advisor Chen, we support your approach, and we also believe that this move is appropriate and necessary."

In the past, we focused on external factors and neglected the sabotage caused by some people within our organization. Now that Consultant Chen has pointed this out, how can we turn a blind eye? We will fully cooperate with you.

Vice President Zhu also said, "After we go back, we will compile the information on the personnel and resources involved in this matter into materials and give them to Consultant Chen so that you can have a reference."

Chen Chuan nodded and said, "Okay, then I'll wait for your reply."

With this, the two sides reached an agreement, and the atmosphere immediately became much more relaxed.

While everyone was drinking tea, Vice Minister Zhu said, "Advisor Chen, I have reviewed it so far. Since the Skyline Project was officially launched, the Jibei Province branch has been the fastest developing, and it has reference value for all branches."

Therefore, we decided in a meeting before coming here that we would provide certain support to the Jibei branch to help it develop better, and we also hope that Consultant Chen can provide guidance and suggestions from time to time.

Chen Chuan almost single-handedly rebuilt the Jibei Road branch. Although the department provided subsequent funding and personnel, without Chen Chuan establishing a firm foothold there, no amount of investment would have been effective.

Therefore, the faction had previously assumed that it was Chen Chuan's direct subordinate force within the faction, allowing it to develop on its own and trying not to interfere. Now, it has been indirectly confirmed through the faction's decision.

Of course, as an advisor, Chen Chuan may no longer need these things, but just because he doesn't care doesn't mean they can't care. Besides, he has so many old subordinates under him, which gives him a greater sense of belonging within the faction.

Chen Chuan could see the sect's intentions, and he wasn't against it. Jibei Road was where he started his career, so it was certainly a good thing that the sect was willing to give him more. He nodded and said, "Okay, then that's settled."

While they were discussing this, several representatives from the conservative faction were also holding a meeting inside the headquarters of the unification faction.

In contrast, the atmosphere here is much more somber. The Purists have gained an additional advisor, which not only increases their influence but also signifies a further expansion of the Progressives' power.

As one side gains at the expense of the other, they are the ones who suffer the loss.

They had already managed to suppress the person through some clever political maneuvering, but unexpectedly, the intervention of the higher-ups disrupted their plans.

The integration faction also anticipated that the purity faction would compete for resource allocation, so they were also trying to find ways to deal with it.

However, besides this, there are many other unfavorable situations for them right now.

Firstly, after this battle, a large number of progressive members of the army were promoted, and these people will be the backbone when the Great Bombardment begins.

There are many factions in the army. Although some members who are biased towards them have made military achievements, they are not particularly remarkable in comparison. The top combat force that made great contributions this time is basically all from the progressive faction.

The progressives have achieved their strategic objectives in the military sphere.

On the other hand, riding the wave of their great victory, the calls to push the skyline higher and higher are already making it difficult for them to sustain.

A representative from a local company asked, "May I ask you all, has the State Council made a decision yet?"

A representative from the refinement school replied, "Nothing has been decided yet."

Someone shook their head: "So what if it's not finalized? Zhongjing has already become an integral part of the skyline. The local councils of the central cities are under a lot of pressure. Hopefully, we can find a solution."

"It seems unstoppable at the moment, but we can try to delay it, delay it for a few months, a year, until the big crash comes, then everything will be fine."

Everyone was thinking the same thing. Admittedly, the trend was unstoppable, but it wouldn't be a problem to drag it out for half a year. If the big picture was preserved, nothing else could be changed.

Because the unification faction was the host at this meeting, they had the largest number of attendees. One of these attendees then suggested:
“In the next six months, the progressive faction will not stop its actions. We should also find something for them to do so that they can’t focus their attention on us.”

I propose activating the 'Heart-Eating Worm Project' ahead of schedule." Everyone was startled. The representative of the elite cultivation faction frowned and said, "Isn't it too early to launch it now?"

The officer said, "The skyline is covering more and more central cities. If there is a flaw in one place, the problem will be discovered. Rather than relying on luck, we might as well start early, which will also help us delay the skyline project."

Many delegates were initially hesitant, but once they uttered those last words, they immediately changed their minds.

Although launching the project ahead of schedule is not in line with the original plan, as long as it is beneficial to the present and can help them overcome the difficulties, that is fine.

At that moment, someone spoke up and said, "I agree."

"agree."

"agree."

With the vast majority of representatives present expressing their approval, it was officially decided to launch the plan ahead of schedule. However, the specific time could not be set immediately, because even if everything went smoothly, the earliest it could be launched would be next month.

After confirming the matter, Chen Chuan and Huang Zhenliang and the others took their leave.

He could tell that they still had some doubts about the upcoming plan, perhaps feeling that it was too sudden and radical.

But as the saying goes, time waits for no one.

Playing political games slowly is a losing battle; past events are proof enough. So, you need to leverage your strengths and not give the other side enough time to react.

The Pure Faction acted quickly; within half a day of returning, they had compiled the materials and sent them to him.

After reviewing the information, Chen Chuan immediately instructed Kaiyang to incorporate it into the plan to improve it.

Once the plan was drafted, he reviewed it and found it to be highly feasible. It didn't emphasize how many interconnected details there were, but rather how to make good use of information and time differences to launch a surprise attack.

He thought about it for a moment, then contacted Fan Zhentong and explained the plan. After listening, Fan Zhentong immediately said, "Advisor Chen, this plan is very good. I'll figure something out. Wait for my news."

Chen Chuan said "okay," and after the call ended, he looked at some of today's news. Seeing that there was nothing noteworthy for the time being, he entered the rift on the other side to carry out his daily cultivation.

At dawn the next day, Kaiyang notified them of an incoming call; it was a message from Fan Zhentong:

"It's all arranged. We can launch anytime before the end of the month. What specific day will the operation take place?"

Chen Chuan thought for a moment, then looked up and said, "Today!"

Ministry of National Security Affairs, 3 p.m.

Commissioner Huang Quji was in his office reading the news released by the State Council that morning, which mainly concerned the gradual opening up of investment opportunities for large international companies in the integration zone.

Due to the recent war against the old imperial family, martial artists like him from the Dongxuan Temple had to stay in Zhongjing and couldn't go anywhere else.

Although the war is over, the command center has not been completely lifted, and martial law is still in effect, so he still has to stay in Zhongjing every day.

Just then, he suddenly received a notification from the military requesting their cooperation.

The content is that the command center held a meeting and prepared to send him to the southern front to organize a counterattack against the recent provocations by the Logado Federation.

He wasn't the only fighter in the Security Affairs Department, but each had their own responsibilities, and international affairs were his area of ​​expertise.

He glanced at the contents and realized that the matter involved both disrupting and countering the Chirogado Federation, while keeping it within a certain scope and preventing it from escalating into a military conflict between the two countries. This required the commander to have a certain level of control over the situation, which is why someone recommended him at the meeting.

It seemed normal, but he felt something was off. In the past, most of the tasks he was responsible for were issued through the ministry, but now they were being sent directly to him. Although it had happened before, it was very rare.

He hesitated for a moment, then got up and left the office, heading towards He Shugang's office. However, when he arrived at the latter's office area, he was told that He Shugang had just left, and even his personal secretary was not there.

He found one of He Shugang's confidential secretaries and asked, "Where did the minister go?"

The secretary replied, "The minister just left. It's the State Council's routine meeting this month, and all ministerial-level officials have to attend."

Huang Quji frowned and said, "Isn't it not going to open until the end of the month?"

The secretary hesitated for a moment before whispering, "Officer, I heard that the State Council is discussing post-war personnel changes. There are rumors that because of this war that destroyed the country, the position of Minister of State Affairs may have to be handed over ahead of schedule, and the position of Minister may also be changed."

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(End of this chapter)