Deposed Crown Prince: After three years of service on the frontier, the entire court knelt and begge

After hearing Morgana's words, Viktor King was even more bewildered...

Then he turned to Morgana and asked, "Who is it?"

Morgana's lips curled into a chilling smile as she uttered a name Viktor King would never have dreamed of:

"His true identity is Xiao Ce! The leader of East Asia, the hope of all of us, and the Illuminati's number one sworn enemy! Xiao Ce himself!"

Boom!

Viktor King felt as if his brain had been struck by lightning!

In an instant, everything went blank; all thoughts and all perceptions were shattered.

Sean = Xiao Ce?

That eloquent young man who offered Nie Bing advice and strategies, made the Alliance City flourish, was regarded by Nie Bing as a trusted confidant, and was almost seen by Nie Bing as the greatest potential threat... was actually Xiao Ce?!

How is this possible?! This is insane! This is absurd!

“No…impossible!” Victor King almost cried out, his body swaying violently, nearly losing his balance. He grabbed the back of the chair beside him, his fingertips digging deep into the wood. “You…what nonsense are you talking about! Xiao Ce…how could he…how could he infiltrate the core of Alliance City? And gain Nie Bing’s trust so much?! Nie Bing isn’t stupid!”

"Besides, I've seen that Xiao Ce... I've also seen Sean Aurelius... They're not the same person at all... How is that possible? Do you think I'm an idiot?"

Although Viktor King said this, deep down he was beginning to believe the news Morgana had told him...

Although it was unbelievable, after experiencing so many things, he had long since learned a lesson.

That is, the more unbelievable something sounds, the more likely it is to be the truth...

Morgana continued speaking according to Xiao Ce's instructions.

“Nie Bing is definitely not stupid!” Morgana’s voice was firm and resolute, carrying a confident understanding of the whole situation!

"This is precisely what makes Lord Xiao Ce so terrifying!"

Think about it, wasn't Sean Aurelius's appearance exactly after Lord Xiao Ce rescued us?

The strategies he brought, whether it was the framework of the Alliance City, the strategy of dividing and winning over the Twelve Families and the Western countries, or the support for Zion Cabo and the use of Atie to intimidate the British nobility...

Which of these strategies didn't precisely strike at the weaknesses of the Illuminati's old system, while simultaneously and superficially expanding and consolidating Nie Bing's power? Nie Bing, of course, trusted him, because these strategies had indeed brought her unprecedented 'success'!

Morgana's eyes were sharp as knives: "Think again about the tricks Zion Capo played in Britain! Using Atie, that indestructible and absolutely loyal blade, to eliminate dissidents, seize military power, and detain the heir..."

Does this tactic seem familiar? Isn't it exactly the same as Sean's 'Western Alliance' blueprint designed in Alliance City?

The only difference is that one is used in the tiny country of Britain, while the other is to be used throughout the entire West!

Victor, think about it carefully. Is this really for the long-term rule of the Illuminati? Or is it a more sophisticated way to uproot and completely dismantle the potential resistance forces in the West, paving the way for their true future goal: to overthrow the Illuminati and establish a new order?

Lord Xiao Ce disguised himself as Sean not to help Nie Bing, but to completely hollow out and dismantle the foundation of the Illuminati from within!

Viktor King was struck dumb, frozen in place.

Morgana's words were like a key, instantly unlocking the floodgates of his memory. Every suggestion Sean made, every ruthless move Zion Capo made, every time Nie Bing praised Sean...

All the scattered images were united at this moment as "Sean = Xiao Ce".

When these shocking secrets are put together, they form an incredibly clear, incredibly terrifying, yet incredibly logical chain!

He felt ice cold all over, a chill running from the soles of his feet straight to the top of his head.

He finally understood why he had lost so badly!

He finally understood why the scout squadron had been so easily deceived and manipulated!

He finally understood why Morgana knew the core plan so accurately!

Because he was never facing an ordinary opponent, but the legendary figure who had brought the entire East back to life and made the Illuminati feel like they had a thorn in their side! And this legendary figure was right beside their Illuminati president, being treated as an honored guest...

Nie Bing's trusted strategist, the "hero" behind the Illuminati's expansion, turned out to be the organization's mortal enemy! This is simply the greatest irony in the world!

Nie Bing is like a clown who is blindfolded and puts the noose around his own neck!

Most importantly, Xiao Ce could perfectly transform into another person...

"Is he a god?"

Viktor King struggled for a long time, but only managed to utter this one sentence...

Ridiculous, so ridiculous.

This is true despair...

Morgana said to Victor King, "I don't know if he's a man or a god! But in our hearts, he is a god... because if he were a man, he couldn't possibly do those incredible things, right?"

Victor King nodded, and at that moment, a godlike phantom he had seen at the dock reappeared in his mind.

Previously, Nie Bing had told them that it was Xiao Ce's smokescreen, a lie...

However, Victor King seemed more inclined to believe that it was all true...

At this moment, his sense of frustration seemed to have lessened considerably.

After all, he was unwilling to lose to someone.

But if you lose to a god, wouldn't that make perfect sense...?

“How…how could he…” Victor King said in a hoarse and dry voice, “Nie Bing…her surroundings…have been infiltrated like this?”

"Otherwise, what makes you think Lord Xiao Ce dared to save hundreds of thousands of us from being surrounded?"

Morgana said with admiration, "He had already planted the deepest pawn next to Nie Bing, and that pawn was himself! He entered the game with his own body."

Your plan was already in our hands the moment Sean (Xiao Ce) handed it to Nie Bing. So, this wasn't your mistake, Victor.

"Whoever executed this plan, the outcome would be the same in front of Lord Xiao Ce, who knows the whole story. You were just unfortunate enough to become this sacrificed pawn."

As Morgana spoke, she watched the shock, fear, and realization surging in Viktor King's eyes, which finally turned into a bottomless pool of despair, and knew that the time was right.

She stood up, walked up to Victor King, and said directly, "Now, Victor King, you know this top-secret, most deadly secret. This secret is enough to turn the entire Alliance City upside down, enough to make everything Nie Bing is so proud of collapse instantly. But it also means that you are standing at the crossroads of fate."

Her gaze sharpened: "Knowing this secret, you only have two paths."

Victor King wasn't stupid; he naturally knew.

Morgana's willingness to reveal everything clearly indicates that she has already decided to kill.

Moreover, even if he walked up to Nie Bing alive and told her about this, she still wouldn't believe him, given how absurd this news was...

However, Viktor King didn't respond, because Morgana clearly wanted to say something at this moment...

"The first path is to join us!"

"The second option is to tell Nie Bing everything, and then have Nie Bing kill you..."

Morgana spoke those words with confidence on her face...

Before Victor King arrived, he still had some ambition...

However, after arriving, especially after his conversation with Morgan, he felt as if all his strength had been drained, and he no longer dared to harbor even the slightest rebellious thought...

Viktor King gave a bitter smile and said, "Of course I chose the first option... I didn't choose it at all... However, I have another question. Can you give me an answer?"

Morgana nodded, then said, "Of course, Victor King, I've already answered so many of your questions... I've told you some top secrets... You should know how much Mr. Xiao Ce values ​​you, right..."

Victor King nodded, then said to Morgana, "Ms. Morgana, you're right... I've always wondered why Sean Aurelius let me go when he could have killed me..."

"Now that I know Sean Aurelius's true identity, I understand... I finally understand what all of this is all about..."

"I just don't understand why Mr. Xiao Ce still wants to win me over? I'm really no longer of any use to him..."

After hearing Viktor King's words, Morgana shook her head and said, "To be honest, you don't understand, and neither do I. Frank and the others understand even less..."

"However, we know very well that Mr. Xiao Ce has his reasons for everything he does... everything he does has its cause..."

"Of course, no one knows the specific reason... at least I don't know... However, we unconditionally support his orders and will carry them out unconditionally..."

"You can ask Mr. Xiao Ce in person why he did this later..."

"If my guess is correct, you understand the Illuminati, you understand the power structure in the West, and you have rich experience and connections, although they have been weakened now."

However, Lord Xiao Ce needs someone as capable as you, someone who can play a crucial role within the Illuminati at critical moments.

Didn't Nie Bing still appoint you as vice president? Then continue to serve as vice president!

However, the object of your loyalty is no longer the past glory that was destined to collapse, but the freedom and justice that truly belong to everyone in the future!

This is your only way out, your only chance to fight for a future for your family and for yourself! Think about what Jack saw, think about what we're pursuing—that's the future worth fighting for!

After hearing Morgana's words, Victor King simply nodded.

In fact, considering the current situation more closely, it's disrespectful to his own intelligence...

Nie Bing's side has been thoroughly infiltrated by Xiao Ce; going back would be suicide and utter disgrace. And to resist?

Knowing that Xiao En was Xiao Ce, it was like an ant trying to shake a tree, courting its own destruction.

Morgana is right. Knowing this secret is tantamount to being tied to this ship.

Informing on someone is a dead end, returning to report in ignorance is also a dead end, and fleeing is also a dead end...

Only by joining can one have a glimmer of hope, and perhaps even... become one of the pioneers of a new future order?

He recalled Jack's description of the refugee camps, the scenes where humanity shone even in dire straits—a sight utterly different from the Illuminati's cold rule. Perhaps...it wasn't an illusion?

Time seems to have frozen.

Morgana waited patiently, knowing how difficult this decision would be for a seasoned tycoon like Victor King.

“Alright, Ms. Morgana! I haven’t known where I went wrong before, and I was wondering why things kept going wrong... But after this conversation with you, I think I have a clearer understanding now…”

"I didn't actually do many things wrong, nor was there a problem with my abilities... Maybe I just made one mistake..."

Morgana simply looked at Viktor King...

At this moment, Victor King said to Morgana, "I chose the wrong opponent. I chose Xiao Ce as my opponent from the very beginning... Going against a god is just courting death, isn't it?"

"If I had formed an alliance with Mr. Xiao Ce from the beginning... then the situation might be completely different now..."

Morgana nodded approvingly after hearing Viktor King's words, and then said, "Mr. Viktor King, the fact that you said that shows that Mr. Xiao Ce really didn't misjudge you... You're not a stubborn person... It's not too late to join now?"

Viktor King gave a wry smile, then nodded, and said to Morgana, "Ms. Morgana, you mean...?"

As he spoke, Viktor King's gaze hardened slightly, and he said, "Ms. Morgana, tell me, what does Mr. Xiao Ce need me, Viktor King, to do? ...Whatever it is, I will do it...I can also go with Mr. Xiao Ce to guarantee...that he will be the last person I serve...Mr. Xiao Ce is a smart man, and I will show him through my actions...that I am someone he can trust!"

Viktor King spoke these words with exceptional firmness, undoubtedly representing his attitude.