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He said in a low voice, feigning nonchalance.

"What were the casualties and losses of those nine zaibatsu in that battle?"

Originally, he was just asking tentatively, thinking that they were probably C-level or B-level personnel hired by the Kujo Zaibatsu, and that one or two of them would probably die.

However, what Kujo Yusuke said next made him open his eyes slightly, revealing a hint of surprise.

"The nine conglomerates suffered heavy losses."

A hint of sadness appeared on Kujo Yusuke's face.

Although he doesn't possess blood-related abilities, the Kujo Zaibatsu still takes great care of the Kujo lineage and provides them with abundant resources.

He continued.

"Kujo Kenta is dead, Kujo Tokawa is dead, Kujo Mion is seriously injured, and even the head of the family has been injured to some extent."

The voice just fell.

Having obtained this information, Xia Yuanliu fell into deep thought again.

The other party has no reason to lie to him about this information that can be easily obtained, because it would be leaked in no time.

As the head of the Natsumi Zaibatsu family, he naturally knew very well the identities of Kenta Kujo and the others.

Kenta Kujo is from the Kujo lineage and possesses extremely high-level blood-related abilities, while Tokawa Kujo is currently the only A-rank sorcerer. Mion Kujo is the foremost figure in the blood-related ability branch.

Not only that, even Kujou Kaname suffered some injuries.

It's important to understand that the two people who died held extraordinary significance for the Kujo Zaibatsu, especially Kenta Kujo, whose status was almost identical to that of Genryu Natsuhi and Yasutora Natsuhi.

Because Kenta Kujo is also one of the candidates to succeed the Kujo Zaibatsu.

What's more, even Kujo Kaname was injured.

Although Xia Yuanliu had not met with Kujou Kaname many times, he was well aware of the other's physical condition, as his blood ability had rapidly reached A-rank, but his foundation was unstable.

If injured, there is a risk of falling from the A-level realm.

All these factors combined immediately made Xia Riyuanliu doubt her previous judgment.

Even if this was a self-inflicted injury scheme used by the nine conglomerates, it was still far too painful.

Wasn't it Kujou Kaname who leaked the plan?

These questions are all raised.

However, even so, the Kujo Zaibatsu cannot be completely cleared of suspicion. Until the matter is thoroughly investigated, he still needs to remain vigilant towards the Kujo Zaibatsu.

In a few days, we will first ask the royal family for help. Once the royal family knows the strength of Xiahuo Mountain, they will definitely pay attention to it.

The royal family not only has three A-level members, but more importantly, they possess the most powerful artifact and a profound foundation.

If a power truly possesses three A-rank members, it merely grants them the ability to challenge the royal family's authority and represents a possibility, not an ability to become an equal to the royal family.

After all, even though the city is now divided among most powers, it still nominally belongs to the royal family.

Once the royal family designates a faction as an enemy, other factions will send forces to eliminate it, to varying degrees.

Of course, whether or not one should slack off is another matter.

After thinking for a while, Xia Yuanliu spoke.

"Tell me more about the specific information you had about the Lord of Xiahuo Mountain back then."

"And there's also the situation with Summer Tiger."

Upon hearing this, Kujo Yusuke nodded and began to explain slowly.

"It seems that the Lord of Xiahuo Mountain had received advance intelligence and was hiding in the Superpower Association from the beginning. She appeared when the head of the family joined forces with Xia Ri Taihu to attack Xia Ri Linli."

Kujou no Shinobu would never say that the Lord of Xiahuo Mountain emerged from his own body.

He might conceal some information that is unfavorable to him, since only his own people survived the incident, and any changes he makes depend entirely on what he says.

Of course, adaptation is not about making things up randomly; it still needs some logic and authenticity.

After all, even without eyewitnesses, the Summer Zaibatsu could still find some clues at the scene through superhumans, and if they didn't match what they made up, they'd be doomed.

Therefore, Kujou Shinobu would only modify minor, insignificant details to his own advantage.

He then informed Kujo Yusuke of this.

Now, Kujo Yusuke is speaking fluently and at length.

"And the death of Summer Tiger..."

"It's almost certain."

"After the Lord of Xiahuo Mountain and Xia Rilin, who was later promoted to A-rank, attacked with all their might, the head of the family and Xia Riyu, who was also promoted to A-rank, realized that they were no match for him."

So the two of them escaped together.

"The Lord of Xiahuo Mountain used a power similar to a barrier. The patriarch tried his best to break through, but Xia Ri Taihu was left behind."

"After that, several earth-shattering explosions occurred."

"And there has been no news about Summer Tiger to this day."

When Xia Riyuanliu heard that Xia Riyu had been promoted to A-level, a hint of joy was faintly visible in his eyes.

However, upon hearing the final fate of Summer Tiger, this joy quickly turned into melancholy.

Indeed, I have witnessed Xia Rilin's strength after she was promoted to A-rank. Only a high-rank A-rank can reliably suppress her.

Kujou Kaname is a weakling, a low-ranking A-class, and Natsumi Yasutora is a newly promoted A-class. Their opponent is also the lord of Natsumi Mountain, so they can't possibly be a match for each other.

As for Summer Tiger... he's probably really dead.

Even the two of them combined couldn't defeat the Lord of Xiahuo Mountain, let alone Xia Ri Taihu alone.

A trace of sorrow inevitably flowed through Xia Riyu's pale golden eyes. The sorrow was for Xia Riyu's death, and the grief was that the Xia Riyu conglomerate no longer had a capable heir.

If Natsumi Rinrei is chosen as the successor, she is also an A-rank, and possesses dual superpowers, making her very strong in combat...

Such a thought flashed through Xia Yuanliu's mind.

But then, a powerful and majestic consciousness surged from the cane in his hand, and his eyes were instantly filled with boiling killing intent.

No! Impossible!!

A woman should never become the head of the Summer Zaibatsu; that would damage the Summer Zaibatsu's reputation.

The only solution is to find a way to train Natsumi Akisuke.

Not only that, even Natsumi Rinrei couldn't be killed in a short time.

According to the information brought by Kujo Yusuke, the lord of Xiahuo Mountain was actually right next to Natsumi Rinrei from the beginning. Does this mean that Xiahuo Mountain has a unique way of communication?

Moreover, since the first attempt to assassinate Natsumi Rinrei had failed,

Therefore, the lord of Xiahuo Mountain would inevitably be wary and keep an eye on Xia Rilinli, easily leaving behind means to guard against him.

If we were to sever Natsumi Rinrei's limbs and take him outside the main residence to kill him, we would likely be attacked by the Lord of Natsumi Mountain who happens to be lying in ambush.

If he were to suffer a serious injury, the already shaky Summer Zaibatsu might not be able to hold on any longer.

We need to find a way to quickly raise Natsumi Ike to A-rank so that we can stabilize the Natsumi Zaibatsu first.

By killing Natsumi Rinrei, and waiting for the Imperial Family to make a move against Natsumi Mountain and confront its leader, the leader of Natsumi Mountain will be unable to concentrate and will be entangled by the Imperial Family.

If I find an opportunity, I can kill Natsumi Rinrei.

When Kujo Yusuke finishes telling the whole story...

Xia Yuanliu nodded. He slowly stood up and knelt quietly in front of the statue for a moment to sort out his thoughts and plan the future of the Xia Ri Conglomerate.

As for which deity to worship.

Summer Day Liu thought that she would be going to the Imperial Household in a few days, so she decided to pay respects to the deities of the Ryuko Shrine, the state religion established by the Imperial Household.

Think of this.

Xia Yuanliu spoke to the short-haired, blond-haired leopard beside him.

"Leopard Fight, see the guests out."

"Yes."

Mad Bone Leopard responded and saw Kujo Yusuke out the door, while Natsumi Yoriyuki slowly walked toward the statue in the center of the main residence.

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The unfathomable depths of the earth.

A black snake, blending seamlessly into its surroundings, is rapidly burrowing into the ground.

Neither sand nor rocks could stop his rapid advance.

As if drawn by something, it purposefully kept drilling in a certain direction.

One day, two days, three days...

Suddenly, a light appeared in the pitch-black underground, right in front of the black snake.

Without the slightest hesitation, as if this were the place it had been searching for, it suddenly darted inside.