Zongman: I'm working hard to develop my daily life in the time-travel series

A sense of unease washed over him, and he immediately looked around.

In the darkness, Shi Yu's eyes gleamed sharply; he decided to trace the source of this aura...

Like a nimble cheetah, Shi Yu moved nimbly through the courtyard and dense forest, following the captivating scent.

Using his keen intuition and exceptional skills, he swiftly navigated the labyrinthine corridors of the Ascension Tower.

Suddenly, a rustling sound came from ahead.

Shi Yu moved swiftly and entered a dark, uninhabited room. He grasped the doorknob and waited quietly.

A moment later, several masked men slowly passed through the room from the corridor.

Shi Yu observed them intently, paying close attention to every detail: their tall and imposing figures, their cold and sharp eyes—in the darkness, each masked man seemed to have become a shadow. 2.0

These masked men gathered in the room, whispering about something important.

Shi Yu was hiding in the darkness, silently listening to their conspiracy.

“Bai Chengming can no longer control Dengxian Tower; he poses a threat to our plans.” A calm yet chilling voice rang out.

“That’s right, the cultivation techniques he possesses are exactly what we need,” another masked man added.

Chapter 628 The Truth of This Huge Conspiracy Must Be Uncovered

Shi Yu was shocked. He had thought that he would reach the peak of cultivation once he came to the Ascension Tower, but the reality was so complicated and dangerous.

He took a deep breath and decided to tell Bai Chengming everything about Bai Chengming and the internal situation of Dengxian Tower.

Shi Yu clenched his fists, his eyes flashing with determination. He was determined not to stand idly by and had to uncover the truth behind this huge conspiracy.

The masked men inside the room continued to converse in hushed tones, their voices conveying a cold and cruel undertone.

Shi Yu secretly circulated his internal energy to regulate his breathing, in order to remain hidden in the darkness.

He carefully observed the expressions and gestures of each masked person, trying to find more clues.

Suddenly, a masked man looked at the corner where Shi Yu was hiding, as if he could sense Shi Yu's presence.

Shi Yu's heart tightened, and he immediately stopped breathing and quickly suppressed his aura to the extreme.

"Is anyone here?" the masked man asked the others urgently.

“There’s no way anyone could be here. I checked myself,” another masked man replied.

Shi Yu breathed a sigh of relief, feeling fortunate that he had kept a low profile.

He silently reminded himself to be more careful and not to make the slightest mistake in such an important matter.

As time went on, the masked men's discussion became increasingly heated, and their voices gradually rose.

Shi Yu focused his attention, trying to capture as much information as possible. Bai Chengming suddenly appeared in front of Shi Yu, his figure as quiet and solemn as a ghost.

Shi Yu felt a chill run down his spine from behind, and he looked at Bai Zhi's father with trepidation.

"Sect Leader, why are you here? Have you also discovered their conspiracy?" Shi Yu asked in a low voice, a glint in his eyes.

Bai Chengming gave Shi Yu a deep look, his lips pressed tightly together, seemingly hesitant to tell Shi Yu the secret he knew. Bai Chengming led Shi Yu through dense grass and lush green trees to the entrance of a hidden cave.

The cave entrance was eerie and ancient, exuding a mysterious aura. Shi Yu couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine as he stared intently at the figure flashing behind Bai Zhi's father.

"Sect Leader, what exactly happened? Why did I follow you into this strange place?" Shi Yu couldn't help but ask.

Bai Chengming stopped and turned around. His gaze at Shi Yu revealed a hint of determination and seriousness.

Shi Yu, you are a smart and upright young man. In my eyes, you have an extremely important mission. There exists an evil force in this world that plots to control the entire cultivation world and suppress our Ascension Tower. I will lead...

"You're here to understand the truth and discuss countermeasures," Bai Chengming said solemnly.

Shi Yu sensed the earnest expectations and responsibility contained in Bai Zhi's father's words. As Shi Yu ventured deeper into the cave, a huge stone platform appeared before him, with Bai Chengming sitting on it, his figure blurred.

He sat upright, looking at Shi Yu with a calm and clear gaze. Shi Yu stared at Bai Chengming, his eyes revealing a hint of admiration and excitement.

Bai Chengming smiled slightly, but did not deny Shi Yu's observational skills.

He then began to explain about Dengxian Tower, Chen Tong, and Qin Hao.

"Our Ascension Pavilion is one of the largest and most powerful organizations in the cultivation world. We have carefully cultivated many elite disciples and are committed to justice and fairness."

Chapter 629 reveals an organization known as the 'Dark Forces'

However, lurking behind us is an organization known as the 'Dark Forces'.

He then changed the subject, "Chen Tong is one of the most important leaders in the Ascension Pavilion, and also my most trusted disciple. However, I have recently received some clues indicating that Chen Tong may have been infiltrated by dark forces, intending to expose..."

The secrets of the Ascension Pavilion and the threat it poses to the organization's security.

As Shi Yu listened to Bai Chengming's explanation, a sense of worry rose in his heart.

Bai Chengming continued, "As for Qin Hao, he is your master and also my good friend. The two of us have worked together to eliminate many threats from dark forces."

Time seemed to become still and heavy in this cave.

Shi Yu felt a sense of urgency and responsibility.

"Shi Yu, I have to tell you some secrets about the organization," Bai Chengming said earnestly.

His voice echoed in the cave, sounding solemn and steady.

Shi Yu stared intently at Bai Chengming, his gaze filled with shock and anger.

He couldn't believe that such a massive organization harbored dark forces, and he began to realize that he was in the midst of a crisis.

As Shi Yu listened to Bai Chengming's words, he fell into deep thought.

He began to recall the doubts and unusual behaviors he had observed during his time with Chen Tong.

In retrospect, all of this may have been fabricated by dark forces to achieve their hidden goals.

Bai Chengming continued, "Qin Hao and I investigated this together, but this time the situation may be more complicated and dangerous. The intelligence I received indicates that this conspiracy is not limited to the Ascension Tower, but involves..."

A large-scale war between two countries.

As Shi Yu listened to this news, his eyes grew even more determined.

He decided to stand up and protect the safety of Dengxian Tower and the people.

"Sect Leader, please rest assured," Shi Yu said firmly. "I will do everything in my power to unravel this conspiracy, protect the safety of the cultivation world, and find the truth. Please believe me!"

Bai Chengming nodded affirmatively and looked calmly at Shi Yu.

“Shi Yu, you are a kind and upright young man. I know you can definitely handle this important task,” he said encouragingly.

Shi Yu felt a surge of determination and resolve.

He knew he had reached a crossroads, facing enormous challenges and hidden dangers.

But he also knew that backing down in the face of dark forces was not the solution. Bai Chengming's eyes were filled with deep thought and sorrow as he looked at Shi Yu.

“Shi Yu, things aren’t as simple as you think,” he said with a wry smile.

Shi Yu was stunned. He couldn't understand why Bai Chengming hadn't stopped the conspiracy in time.

"Why? Why didn't you stop it?" he asked in surprise.

Bai Chengming sighed and hesitated for a moment before not answering.

Finally, he sorted out his thoughts and stared firmly at Shi Yugai.

“Shi Yu, you might think that I (Zhao Wanghao) am someone who stands idly by and watches someone die, but that’s not the case.” Hearing Bai Chengming’s reply, a sense of doubt welled up in Shi Yu’s heart.

A flicker of disappointment and anger flashed in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure and stared at Bai Chengming with a determined look.

Shi Yu, I understand your confusion and dissatisfaction. Bai Chengming sighed deeply.

"But the world isn't as simple as we imagine, and things aren't always within our control."

Chapter 630 The situation is complex and complicated.

Shi Yu was silent for a moment, then finally looked up at Bai Chengming, "Are you saying that Su Yu's identity is the key?"

Bai Zhi's father nodded. "Yes, Su Yu is crucial to the overall situation. You must understand that in this cruel world of fierce power struggles and deceit, every choice has its price."

Shi Yu frowned. "What's so special about Su Yu? Why is he so important?"

After a moment of contemplation, Bai Chengming slowly said, "Su Yu is the Crown Prince of Su. The Qin and Su states, where we are now, have always been strategically important locations, and relations between the two countries are tense. The Crown Prince's status implies that he has powerful backers."

He possessed strong support and resources, and more importantly, he could act as a crucial catalyst for the entire situation.

"But his excessive courtesy and humility towards scholars is not a good thing." Shi Yu pondered for a moment, then looked up at Bai Chengming, his eyes filled with confusion and doubt.

"Sect Leader Bai, you said that there are flaws in respecting the virtuous and talented? But I always thought it was a noble ideal and an attitude that pursued justice."

Bai Chengming smiled and nodded, "Shi Yu, many things are not always so simple. While respecting and valuing talent is indeed a noble ideal, it also has many drawbacks and imperfections in practice."

Shi Yu felt a jolt in his heart. He had never imagined that the ideals he revered would have flaws. He scrutinized Bai Chengming's gaze, waiting for him to explain further.

Bai Chengming sighed softly, "There's a major problem with 'respecting the virtuous and employing the talented,' which is that there's no perfect standard to distinguish between what people call 'virtue' and 'wickedness.' Everyone has a different understanding of morality and values."

Therefore, when carrying out tasks, the practice of showing respect and courtesy to subordinates often leads to a dilemma.

Shi Yu frowned. "Are you saying that the justice promised by the Soviet Union is not perfect?"

Bai Chengming nodded. "That's right. It's not just the Soviet Union; every country has its own interests and political considerations. We can't expect them to absolutely abide by morality. That's why that mysterious organization decided to use..."

The Ascension Tower assassinated Su Yu.

Shi Yu was taken aback. "A mysterious organization? Why would they target Su Yu?"

Bai Chengming's expression was grave. "That organization has powerful backing and is not satisfied with the status quo. They believe Su Yu's existence threatens their position and interests, and by assassinating Su Yu, they hope to bring about a dramatic change in the entire situation."

"Change, and gain more power from it." Shi Yu's heart trembled again as he silently pondered Bai Chengming's words.

He never realized that the whole situation would be so complicated, involving a mysterious organization and a larger, more complex plan.

"Sect Leader Bai, what is the bigger and more complex plan you mentioned?" Shi Yu finally couldn't help but ask.

Bai Chengming smiled wryly and shook his head. "Shi Yu, I only know a little bit about this plan, but I can tell you that even if this conspiracy is exposed, that mysterious organization is still carrying out other operations."

Amidst the tense atmosphere, Bai Chengming silently raised his head and stared at Shi Yu.

His eyes revealed a firmness and determination. "Shi Yu, you've already entered this crisis. Whether you like it or not, you must take responsibility." His voice was calm yet powerful.

Chapter 631 We must find the traitors and eliminate them as soon as possible.

Shi Yu sensed the pressure and importance contained in Bai Chengming's words.

He took a deep breath and resolutely replied, "Sect Leader Bai, please rest assured, I will do my best to help you uncover the conspiracy of this mysterious organization and protect Bai Zhi."

Bai Chengming nodded, looking at Shi Yu with satisfaction. Then, he began to describe in detail the hostile country's oppressive policies.

He described the various restrictions and repressions, from freedom of speech to human rights, revealing their cruelty and ruthlessness in every aspect.

“In order to achieve their so-called ‘order,’ hostile countries are willing to sacrifice the freedom and happiness of their people.”

Bai Chengming said, "And there's even more terrifying news—there's a traitor inside the Ascension Pavilion."

Shi Yu's heart sank upon hearing this, and he dug deeper into the information.

Bai Chengming's words confirmed his earlier suspicions: someone was selling national interests behind the scenes for personal gain.

"An inside man?" Shi Yu asked. "Do you have any leads?"

Bai Chengming shook his head with a wry smile. "I don't have concrete evidence, but I can sense an ominous aura lingering around Dengxian Tower. It seems someone is secretly directing all of this. I don't know their purpose—what it is, but I..."

We must find the traitor and eliminate them as soon as possible.

Thinking of this, Shi Yu pondered for a long time. He had made up his mind to fight for justice, no matter how complicated the internal and external conspiracies were. After a moment of contemplation, Bai Chengming looked at Shi Yu with an indescribable worry in his eyes.

“Su Yu is not an innocent person; he played an important role in this series of events.”

Bai Chengming said, "Chen Tong and others took action against him not simply because he was the Crown Prince of Su, but because there were more complicated things behind it."

Shi Yu frowned. "Then why is that? What kind of identity and status does Su Yu have that would attract so much interest from so many people?"

Bai Chengming smiled slightly and said mysteriously, "So you also noticed the strangeness of this matter. Su Yu is not just the Crown Prince of Su Kingdom."

He stopped, seemingly considering how to describe what was about to happen.

Time seemed to stand still for a moment, and the atmosphere in the room became heavy. Bai Chengming turned his gaze to Shi Yu, his constantly changing expression revealing his inner turmoil and worry.

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He understood that after hearing his description, Shi Yu had already felt the unchangeable history and fate in his life, and that this predicament might be even more difficult than he had imagined.

Shi Yu's eyes were dazed. He stood quietly in the room, his body trembling slightly.

“I was taught from a young age to pursue justice and kindness,” Shi Yu said in a low voice. “But now it seems that all of this is so simple and naive. History and fate have already determined everything.”