I am the villain in the book

Looking at it from God's perspective now, Chu Xianping's choice is obvious.

In this "card game" involving three people, he wants to forcibly "ally" with Zhuang Zhiming.

It's unknown whether Wei Changtian would do the same.

However, due to the "fellow villager" relationship, the former probably wouldn't be so direct, even if he could be ruthless.

But Chu Xianping had no burden.

He simply used a very simple, and also the most foolproof, reason to directly say Xu Sui's name.

From now on, Zhuang Zhiming is actually already on the opposite side of Xu Sui.

Although he seems to still have a choice.

But in reality, Chu Xianping has already "blocked" any other choice he might have.

Falling leaves, empty branches in the wind.

From the time Zhuang Zhiming arrived at Wei's residence until now, less than half an hour has passed.

For the former, this half hour can be described as "wonderful and varied," with the development of the situation far exceeding any of his initial expectations.

But for Chu Xianping, everything he did, even every word he said, was actually under his control.

To put it more exaggeratedly.

All the words he said to Zhuang Zhiming were planned before Zhuang Zhiming even arrived.

Including the final series of questions and answers.

It seems that Zhuang Zhiming was asking and he was answering.

But this was actually Chu Xianping's intention.

Of course, he could have said these answers in advance without waiting for Zhuang Zhiming to ask.

However, the effects that can be achieved by "actively speaking" and "passively answering" are completely different.

People are always more inclined to believe "answers they have verified themselves" rather than "answers given actively by others."

Therefore, Chu Xianping deliberately spoke so ambiguously about Xu Sui, just to wait for Zhuang Zhiming's questions.

And when Zhuang Zhiming asked, "Does she want to control the Council of Elders?", Chu Xianping already knew...

Today's goal has been achieved.

"Elder Zhuang, do you have anything else to ask?"

Chu Xianping flicked his sleeves and slowly poured himself another cup of tea.

Zhuang Zhiming didn't answer immediately, but shook his head slowly after a long silence.

"Elder Chu, why did you tell me this? What good does it do you?"

"Because I want that woman to die."

Chu Xianping answered without hesitation, "But I need to borrow your strength to find her."

"Besides that?"

The fleshy folds on Zhuang Zhiming's face deepened, "How do I know you're not trying to use me as a cat's paw?"

"Heh heh, Elder Zhuang, don't be so confident."

Chu Xianping gently picked up the teacup, "Who is the tiger and who is the wolf between you and her is still unknown."

"What do you mean?"

Zhuang Zhiming narrowed his eyes, "Could it be that this Xu Sui has something special about her?"

"Of course."

Chu Xianping turned his head to look over, answering word by word:

"Elder Zhuang, if we find Xu Sui, we can obtain the method of breaking through."

"At that time, her life will be mine, and the Azure Platform Elder's token will be yours."

"The method of breaking through will be shared by you and me, and no third person will know."

"I don't like to dawdle, so I'll only ask you once."

"Do you want to do this deal or not?"

"..."

His pupils dilated slightly, Zhuang Zhiming took a deep look at Chu Xianping, and then got up and walked towards the door.

His current actions seemed like he was about to leave directly.

But Chu Xianping didn't move at all, still sitting firmly on the chair, without even a trace of change in his expression.

Until Zhuang Zhiming suddenly shouted lightly towards the outside.

"Leave!"

"..."

"Swish swish swish!"

Faint footsteps sounded from all directions, disappearing in an instant.

And Zhuang Zhiming also turned his head at this time, saying solemnly word by word:

"Elder Chu, if you deceive me, then I will definitely make you wish you were dead."

"Elder Zhuang, saying these things is meaningless."

Shaking his head, Chu Xianping replied with a smile:

"Whether I have deceived you or not, you will know tomorrow night."

"..."

An hour later.

When wisps of smoke rose above the kitchen, Zhuang Zhiming's carriage slowly left under the midday sun.

It is not yet clear what the two talked about during this hour, but it is likely that it was all related to Xu Sui.

Forced alliance, diverting the trouble eastward.

What consequences Chu Xianping's choice will have, whether these consequences are good or bad, cannot be predicted now.

But one thing is certain.

That is, he has transferred all the risks from Kuilong to himself, completely separating Wei Changtian from it.

In other words, Chu Xianping is taking risks for Wei Changtian.

However, the latter is currently unaware of this.

Another incense stick later.

Wei Changtian, who had been hiding in the house all morning, finally appeared in front of Chu Xianping.

He didn't ask what had just happened.

Although Chu Xianping would definitely tell him if he asked.

But Wei Changtian planned to stick to the "Wallfacer Project" to the end, and never interfere with Chu Xianping's decisions unless necessary.

Therefore, after seeing Chu Xianping, he only asked one question.

"Brother Chu, what do I need to do next?"

"Young Master, I need the Kuilong token in your hand, as well as Kuilong's secret communication method."

Chu Xianping said earnestly, "I will attend the Council of Elders tomorrow night, and it will be the same in the future."

"..."

His face inevitably stiffened, Wei Changtian didn't expect Chu Xianping to make such a request.

This is not an ordinary item!

Although the Council of Elders is very troublesome with its infighting, and he originally didn't want to get too involved.

But once the token is given to Chu Xianping, it means that the latter will completely "monopolize" information about Kuilong.

In this case, if Chu Xianping wants to rebel...

Thinking of this, Wei Changtian instinctively hesitated for a moment.

But a few breaths later, he still took out the Kuilong token he was carrying and handed it to Chu Xianping.

"Brother Chu, the token is here, I will teach you the secret method later."

"Okay."

Chu Xianping took the token and put it away, then suddenly raised his hand and swallowed the puppet pill that he had already been holding in his palm.

"Brother Chu! What are you doing!"

It was too late when Wei Changtian reacted, the mysterious aura had already appeared around Chu Xianping, and slowly dissipated after a moment.

It really is a puppet pill.

The puppet pill that establishes contact with him.

"Oh, Brother Chu, why bother."

Shaking his head with a wry smile, Wei Changtian's tone was very helpless, "If you doubt someone, don't use them; if you use someone, don't doubt them. Since I am willing to give you the token, I naturally believe in you."

"Young Master, I know you trust me, but I don't trust myself."

Chu Xianping said calmly, "Especially after I become a Kuilong Elder, I don't know if I can resist the temptation."

"So it's better to be safe."

"..."

I don't trust myself.

Of course, Wei Changtian knew that this was just Chu Xianping's excuse. The latter's real purpose must be to put his mind at ease.

But now that things have already happened, there is no point in discussing this anymore.

"Sigh, okay then."

Patting Chu Xianping on the shoulder, Wei Changtian asked again, "Is there anything else you need me to do?"

"There's nothing else for now."

Chu Xianping nodded, "Young Master, I will try my best to handle the Kuilong matter, but there is one thing I must be clear about your attitude."

"What is it?"

"It's about Miss Xu."

"Young Master, if it is unavoidable, can this person be killed?"

"..."

"Yes."

Wei Changtian's answer was obviously a beat slower, as if he was hesitating.

However, Chu Xianping just took a deep look at him and didn't ask anything else.

"Yes, I understand."

"..."

Yellow leaves, cold wind, cooking smoke, the aroma of rice...

Everything outside the window was calm as usual.

But the giant wheel of fate, which was secretly connected to countless people, was rolling rumblingly at this moment, completely deviating from its original direction.