Inside a Buddhist temple, at the forefront stood a middle-aged man dressed in a brown robe, a scepter in hand, his demeanor stern and indifferent.
He was Nanzo, also the future leader of the Brown Resistance Army that would later ignite a massive rebellion.
At present, he wielded extremely high authority in Peru. He even held considerable influence in the secret negotiations over the formation of a new federation among several coastal countries such as Chile, Peru, and Colombia.
People of insight across the world would never turn a blind eye to the crisis coming from the oceans. In recent years, sea monsters had grown increasingly active, and large-scale invasions were expected within one or two years. Coastal nations were all actively discussing countermeasures.
However, human hearts were unpredictable. Before true catastrophe descended, it was difficult to reach a unified agreement even after long deliberation.
Nanzo felt deep disgust. Those decayed dignitaries and nobles were sacrificing the interests of his faction and squeezing the indigenous residents. He no longer wished to endure it and had already made thorough preparations.
At his side stood a beautiful young woman, dressed in a pure purple gown. She looked as clean and pure as an elf, wearing black-rimmed glasses that added a scholarly air, appearing like a somewhat dazed female student.
Behind her were a cold-faced man in a silver-white robe, a wild man with tiger-skin patterns tattooed on his robe, and a domineering general with a golden-white beard.
Sharjah, White Leopard, Cold Tiger, Damon…
The first was Nanzo's younger sister, while the latter three were powerful subordinates he had subdued one by one over the years. Each of them possessed formidable strength in the Super-tier domain and had progressed a considerable distance.
This group essentially formed his core inner circle. They trusted one another and all understood what he intended to do.
Nanzo stared at the monk Wu Ku, who looked like a vagrant, and slowly said, "I have already helped you obtain the Supreme Water Element Crystal. May I ask if the Celestial Master has any further demands?"
Wu Ku shook his head and said in a low voice, "When does Your Excellency intend to trigger this great rain?"
"Not yet," Nanzo said in a good mood. "The anger of the lower classes needs to accumulate to a certain limit. Only then will the outbreak have sufficient force. It would be best to wait until the sea monsters attack and divert part of their attention."
Hearing this, Wu Ku said regretfully, "Then there won't be enough time."
Nanzo frowned. "What does the Celestial Master mean by that?"
"This old monk has been targeted by someone," Wu Ku sighed. "I have never provoked this person. It is only because of my innate ability to call wind and rain that I carry a treasure and thus incur calamity."
After Lu Jun advanced to Super-tier in the Water element, the Water-Avoiding Pearl, being extraordinarily mystical, had produced a resonance.
Conversely, Wu Ku had also faintly sensed something. Moreover, he knew very well that Lu Jun would not spare him. Back in the Ancient Capital, the other party had caused Salan to die, and toward the Black Vatican he had always shown utter ruthlessness.
Nanzo's gaze flickered. He was not easily deceived by Wu Ku and countered, "Who is this person?"
"Lu Jun," Wu Ku replied sincerely. "I truly do not have much enmity with him. When he arrives, you may ask him personally. If possible, I hope to reach a reconciliation under your mediation."
Hearing this, Nanzo murmured to himself, "Lu Jun… the number one of the National Government, now having broken through to Super-tier, fought bloody battles against Monarchs in Africa, directly confronted the Daughter of Medusa, and caused heaven-shaking upheaval, that newly risen powerhouse?"
He could not help but hesitate. For Wu Ku's sake, was it really worth offending Lu Jun?
Beside him, the wild Cold Tiger laughed loudly and sneered, "Why should the leader fear so much? No matter how strong Lu Jun is, he's still just one person. And when the time comes, after we ask things clearly, if he's deceiving us — hehe…"
Hearing this, Nanzo was moved. His cultivation was unfathomable, having reached Super-tier tier three in three systems. There was no reason for him to fear a junior.
Moreover, he occupied a high position. Before his betrayal, he was a genuine authority figure. Acting according to the rules, slowly engaging and stalling the other party, he could simply send him away.
Nanzo said meaningfully, "I will not fail the Celestial Master. I only hope the Celestial Master will not fail me."
With that, he led several of his subordinates away in haste to make the necessary arrangements.
Wu Ku remained seated in silence, letting out a long sigh. "Do what one can, and leave the rest to fate."
On the other side, Lu Jun sat aboard the plane, holding a Star Sea Control Device, not forgetting to control his stars for cultivation. He decided to prioritize constructing the Psychic element Super-tier Star Palace.
Super-tier Psychic magic was immensely powerful and would provide him with great assistance in the coming battles.
At the same time, Lu Jun was sensing the marks he had placed on several Black Vatican members. Discovering that Wu Ku was still staying in Peru, he nodded in satisfaction. It was good that he hadn't run away, he could just charge straight in and kill him, simple and clean.
When Nanzo mentioned his name during the conspiracy, Lu Jun's true-name premonition allowed him to glimpse the warlord factions in Peru and the interference of the Brown Resistance Army.
But so what? With Super-tier cultivation, there were no taboos!
In addition, Lu Jun sensed the mark on Leng Jue, and to his surprise, the man had actually left the territory of America, shaking off the quagmire of pursuit.
"Interesting. It's been half a year — he finally escaped with his life."
Lu Jun felt some regret, as he had planned to deal with him along the way.
However, when he discovered that Leng Jue's location was in the Eastern Mysterious Country, he let out a cold laugh. "Still want to stir up trouble? Once I'm back, I'll deal with you and clean Jiuzhou from top to bottom."
Not long after, the plane arrived at its destination.
The moment Lu Jun and the other two disembarked, a group of solemn officials dressed in suits were already waiting in the plaza, with fully armed soldiers on both sides pulling up a security cordon.
All the passengers who witnessed this scene exclaimed in surprise and began discussing among themselves, wondering exactly which exalted figure warranted such a high-level reception.
Very soon, the silver-white-robed mage at the front spotted Lu Jun and his party. His eyes lit up, and he stepped forward with a beaming smile.
As he approached, White Leopard spoke in praise: "Honored guests have arrived—rare indeed, rare indeed. Councilor Lu has been unstoppable in Africa, making serpent and scorpion Monarchs flee at the mere sound of his name. Today you grace our humble country with your presence. May I ask what guidance you seek? We will do our utmost to accommodate you."
Seeing this, Lu Jun exchanged a glance with Lu Mei. They smiled lightly in tacit understanding. As expected, they had come.
If it were a normal person—even one with the worst temper—when faced with such enthusiastic hospitality from local powerhouses unconnected to the Black Vatican, they would not make a scene.
At the very least, one does not strike a smiling face. No matter how impatient, one would still maintain a veneer of courtesy.
But unfortunately, Lu Jun possessed foreknowledge, had a backbone of iron, and would never learn the art of "high emotional intelligence."
His objectives were clear, his will firm, and his execution terrifyingly decisive. Any side issues or trivial matters could not interfere with or bind him in the slightest.
The next moment, Lu Jun ignored the group of high-ranking figures entirely. Leading his sister and Jun Yaojin, he brushed past them, cut through the crowd, and headed straight toward the airport exit.
At this point, the silver-robed mage White Leopard had just raised his hand. His expression froze in shock, his face changing as a trace of anger flashed across it.
White Leopard considered himself a significant figure even in South America—a Super-tier Level-3 Ice mage, master of Transcendent Power, owner of two exclusive magic artifacts, and also a Super-tier Psychic mage. One step further and he would reach Forbidden Curse.
Yet even after showing such courtesy, this junior Lu Jun dared to ignore him outright.
White Leopard cursed inwardly: "Is it Medusa who gave him this confidence? Just stepping into society and defeating powerful enemies, this young man has become arrogant without learning his lesson."
He took a deep breath, suppressing his fury. Turning around, he hurried a few steps to catch up, forcing a smile as he said, "Councilor Lu, may I ask what you intend to do?"
"Please forgive us. Super-tier powerhouses can already cause tremendous destruction, and we cannot help but be concerned."
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