The closed light screen was pitch black, and Xiao Yan stared at the black screen in silence for a long time.

Being directly threatened by an evil cult leader, Xiao Yan was also somewhat furious. But he knew that Guo Zhengjun was a madman; if he dared to say it, he dared to do it.

What is the concept of two billion followers? It means they have their own armed organization, equipped with heavy combat gear, warships, nuclear bombs, and so on.

The Spirit Sword Association controlled an entire continent and had massive financial resources, numerous resources, and channels.

Once the Spirit Sword Association mobilizes, it will be terrifying.

Of course, the Spirit Sword Association is not a true combat organization. They are vastly different from professional military forces.

But the other side's numbers are too many. And they are fearless, taking Guo Zhengjun's words as truth.

To crush an army composed of such a group of people, who knows how many would need to be killed to accomplish it.

The most sensible method is to kill Guo Zhengjun, to remove this mastermind. The other members of the Spirit Sword Association do not have enough prestige, and the entire organization would necessarily splinter.

However, Guo Zhengjun is hiding in the Cloud Province stronghold, a place he has managed for two hundred years, and it is extraordinarily complex. Moreover, most of the buildings are deep underground.

Even dropping a few megaton nuclear bombs wouldn't harm Guo Zhengjun.

The most troublesome part is that five hundred million followers are gathered in Guo Zhengjun's stronghold, forming a massive and dense human shield.

Just this alone means no one dares to drop a nuclear bomb. What a joke, killing billions of civilians; it's too big of a burden, even the Xiao Family can't bear it.

Exchanging Gao Xuan for Guo Zhengjun's support?

From the most realistic and utilitarian perspective, this is indeed the most beneficial choice for him.

Although Gao Xuan is strong, he is at most the Silver Sword Hero now. But he is an outsider and will never qualify to enter the Xiao Family core.

If Gao Xuan becomes too strong, the Xiao Family would actually need to find a way to constrain him, to prevent him from getting out of control.

No one would keep an uncontrollable powerhouse in their home. It's a very simple principle.

Sacrificing Gao Xuan to gain Guo Zhengjun's full support could easily sweep away all obstacles and take control of the Purple Dragon Star.

With such an important achievement, entering the highest command of the Twelve Star Domain would be a matter of course.

Of course, there are also many negative consequences of doing so.

Firstly, betraying one's own people will be mocked by the military and considered a character flaw. Within the family, it will also become a stain.

Doing bad things doesn't matter, what's important is that no one else finds out. Clearly, Guo Zhengjun will not keep it a secret for him.

This massive character flaw is also fatal for military leaders.

Who would trust someone who betrays his comrades?

Within the rules of the military, such a person will always be despised.

There's also a more important problem: if Guo Zhengjun gets Gao Xuan but doesn't uphold his promise, he has no way to counter it.

Guo Zhengjun is an evil cult leader, being dishonest is not a problem for him.

Xiao Yan very calmly weighed the pros and cons, and ultimately Guo Zhengjun is unreliable. This matter cannot trust him.

Moreover, the Evil God has disappeared. This means Guo Zhengjun has lost the support of the Evil God.

Guo Zhengjun is three hundred years old, how much longer can he live without the Evil God's support?

Speaking of which, because Guo Zhengjun might not live much longer, he might become even more maniacal.

Xiao Yan also had a headache; the situation was really complex and tricky.

He deliberated for a while before calling Xiao Ting over, briefly explaining the situation, and asked, "What do you think?"

Xiao Ting appeared gentle on the outside, but she was deeply scheming, seasoned in handling matters, and had smooth tactics. Although she lacked the grand air of sweeping away all before her, she was still an outstanding woman.

As for Xiao Wan, rather than calling her fierce, it's better to say she's reckless. Compared to Xiao Ting, she's far inferior. But she is a true soldier, and if she grows, her future might be more promising.

In this matter, Xiao Yan was willing to ask for Xiao Ting's opinion.

Xiao Ting was also troubled, Guo Zhengjun was too domineering, completely a fearlessly madman.

Because of this, it's difficult to compete with a madman.

But she also couldn't betray Gao Xuan.

Xiao Ting thought for a long time before shaking her head: "Uncle Qi, even if we give Gao Xuan to Guo Zhengjun, he wouldn't listen to us."

Xiao Yan calmly said, "By handing over Gao Xuan, at least Guo Zhengjun would stop his reckless madness."

"But Gao Xuan is one of us, being coerced by Guo Zhengjun into handing over our own, how would others view our Xiao Family?"

Xiao Ting completely disagreed, "Our Xiao Family's reputation is far more important than the lives of tens of billions of people."

This statement also made sense.

Once damaged, reputation is very difficult to repair.

If the Xiao Family betrays its own, it greatly impacts the Xiao Family's image. It will also affect how the middle and lower levels of the Xiao Family view the family.

However, Xiao Yan felt that Xiao Ting might have personal feelings with Gao Xuan, which is why she was so eager to defend him.

Xiao Yan looked deeply at his cousin but did not point out Xiao Ting's issue, as that would not serve any purpose.

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He sighed lightly, "Forget it, let's prepare for battle."

The Defense Army is meant for fighting. Xiao Yan doesn't fear battle; he just doesn't like engaging in pointless fights with the madman Guo Zhengjun.

No one will be the winner in such a war.

Xiao Yan doesn't care about the lower-class civilians. However, when the number rises to the billions, the lower class as a whole becomes significant.

Xiao Ting thought for a moment and said, "Uncle Qi, I'll go and talk to Gao Xuan. Maybe he has a way?"

"What way, going there himself to kill Guo Zhengjun?"

Xiao Yan almost laughed. Gao Xuan's swordsmanship is strong, but he can't even meet Guo Zhengjun.

Guo Zhengjun has lived for three hundred years, wielding power with just one hand on Purple Dragon Star. What a character he is.

Since he knows Gao Xuan's swordsmanship is unparalleled, he won't give Gao Xuan any opportunity.

Besides, no matter how strong Gao Xuan's swordsmanship is, there is a limit. How many people can he kill? Entering Guo Zhengjun's lair means facing hundreds of thousands of frenzied believers.

Not to mention that the other side has all kinds of modern weapons and equipment.

Xiao Ting was silent for a moment and said, "I'll still go and ask."

No matter what, it's worth trying. What if Gao Xuan has a plan?

This was because Gao Xuan performed so outstandingly that it gave Xiao Ting a sense of inexplicable confidence in him.

Xiao Ting returned to the room, where Gao Xuan was lounging on the sofa, playing with the Hongyi Sword. The blade gleamed like rippling water, truly resembling a pool of autumn water swaying in the breeze.

"Sister Ting, I think this sword needs a new name."

Gao Xuan gently stroked the spine of the sword and said, "In ancient sayings, it's said that autumn water and the long sky are of one color. I think this sword quite embodies this sentiment. Therefore, I want to rename this sword..."

Gao Xuan didn't say a name. He turned to Xiao Ting and asked, "Sister Ting, would you guess the new name?"

Xiao Ting had something on her mind and wasn't in the mood to chat about this. She perfunctorily said, "Water Heaven Sword? Autumn Water Sword?"

"Wrong, it's Long-Colored Sword. Long and colorful..."

Gao Xuan chuckled mischievously, but Xiao Ting didn't find it funny.

He had to restrain his smile, "Okay, Sister Ting, why the gloomy face? I can ease your worries."

Xiao Ting was waiting for this from Gao Xuan. She quickly said, "Guo Zhengjun from the Spirit Sword Association wants us to hand you over to him!"

She then said seriously, "No matter what, we will never hand you over."

"Sister Ting loves me."

Gao Xuan hugged Xiao Ting warmly and said, "No, I must offer myself for Sister Ting."

Xiao Ting brushed away Gao Xuan's hand that was unbuttoning, "Stop it, Guo Zhengjun is threatening us with war..."

Xiao Ting explained the situation, and finally asked expectantly, "Ah Xuan, do you have a way?"

"Sister Ting, do I look like a divine being?" Gao Xuan spread his hands.

Xiao Ting was a bit disappointed, "Not like a divine being, more like a rogue."

"Hahaha..."

Gao Xuan laughed heartily, "I'm not a divine being, can't save two billion believers, but I can kill Guo Zhengjun."

"Ah?"

Xiao Ting was very surprised. She hesitated, then shook her head and said, "Ah Xuan, don't overestimate yourself. Guo Zhengjun lives in the Cyan Cloud Residence, which is full of masters. His core has at least tens of thousands of advanced believers..."

She said, "If you have any clever plan, you can tell us, and we can discuss it."

Gao Xuan shook his head, "Killing Guo Zhengjun is not difficult at all?!"

He thought for a moment and said, "My plan is this, I rush to the Cyan Cloud Residence, kill Guo Zhengjun. Then I come back."

Gao Xuan said to Xiao Ting, "Isn't this three-step plan very simple and clear?"

"Not funny at all."

Xiao Ting sighed in disbelief. Often Gao Xuan seemed too carefree, appearing quite unreliable.

Gao Xuan said seriously, "I wasn't joking."

Xiao Ting sighed and said, "Alright, then tell me, how do you get into the Cyan Cloud Residence?"

"Very simple, isn't Guo Zhengjun asking you to hand me over? You can send me there."

"And then?"

"Then find Guo Zhengjun, kill him with one blow, and then go home. Perfect."

Gao Xuan raised his hand triumphantly towards Xiao Ting, "Alright, let's high-five to celebrate our victory!"

Xiao Ting really wanted to slap Gao Xuan's face, but seeing his extremely handsome face, she couldn't bear to.

"Such a good-looking face, better keep it for kissing..."