Apocalypse: I Have One More Keyword Than Others-Chapter 54 - 0 Sect Master Tongs Grand Plan_1

Chapter 54: 054 Sect Master Tong’s Grand Plan_1

Chapter 54: 054 Sect Master Tong’s Grand Plan_1

Peacekeeping Gang.

Duge had specifically arranged a welcoming banquet for Tong Shihong, with all the middle and high-ranking members of the alliance present to accompany him.

Both inside and outside the former Iron Palm Gang’s compound, banquet tables were laid out for the public to eat and drink freely.

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A long banner was hoisted above the main gate of the Peacekeeping Gang, which read, “Warmly Celebrate Tong Shihong and Divine Fist Gate Joining the Peacekeeping Joint Defense.”

In recent days, the morale within the gang had been low, and he needed a master like Tong Shihong to inject a strong dose of vitality into the Peacekeeping Gang, making everyone realize that following the gang would brighten every individual’s future.

…

Sitting beside Duge, Tong Shihong stared at the jubilant Peacekeeping Gang with an impassive face, as the people of Luyang City freely entered and exited the gang’s territory, approaching merely to take a glance at him, making him feel like a monkey on display.

He had not expected Duge to make such a grand gesture.

A banquet? Really?

Like a wedding, no less?

Yet, he couldn’t even make a scene.

After all, he had lost to Duge. To renege on his word would ruin his reputation in the Martial Worlds.

Moreover, Duge had arranged for Qiu Yuanlang and his family to sit right next to him at the table.

Those who suffered from the Fear of the Delicate shivered with just one glance from Wang San, looking like quails, and he certainly did not want to end up like that.

It was a silent threat.

With an adversary so cunning and skilled in martial arts stirring trouble in the Martial Worlds, life would likely never be peaceful again.

Tong Shihong shot a sidelong glance at Duge, his heart full of concern.

“Let us all welcome Sect Master Tong to our Peacekeeping Alliance,” said Duge as he stood beside Tong Shihong, raising his glass high.

“Welcome Sect Master Tong.”

The voices rang out unevenly, everyone raising their glasses in echo, creating a noisy and festive atmosphere akin to that of a wedding.

“To Sect Master Tong.”

Gao Yong and others displayed particularly genuine smiles on their faces; they knew their sect leader would make a move against Tong Shihong, but they had not anticipated such a swift and decisive victory.

Tong Shihong’s grim expression was willfully ignored by them.

After all, they had been in the same position when Duge had subdued them, and they had eventually come to accept their fate.

And besides.

Life after joining the Peacekeeping Joint Defense had not been as difficult as they had imagined.

Now that their leader had even taken down a first-rate master, eliminating their lingering worries, what was there to be dissatisfied about?

Tong Shihong silently drank the wine in his cup, contemplating how to deal with the situation ahead. Truly joining the Peacekeeping Joint Defense was out of the question; too proud to live under someone else’s command, how could he possibly bow down to others?

It was imperative to find a way to join forces with the three sects and five schools to get rid of Feng Qi—that was the right path.

He didn’t believe a word of Feng Qi’s statement about maintaining balance after dealing with the Heavenly Demon and then looking after his own interests.

“Back when we eliminated He Yuan’an, that scourge, I said that Sect Master Tong, with your profound understanding of justice, surely wouldn’t blame me. Now, not only have you not held a grudge over He Yuan’an, but you have also joined the Peacekeeping Gang in person, which truly moves me,” said Duge with a smile, lifting his glass once again, “Let us toast to Sect Master Tong once more, to his righteousness and his intolerance for any injustice.”

“To Sect Master Tong.”

This time, thanks to prior experience, the voice of the Peacekeeping Gang members was much more unified.

NMB!

Tong Shihong’s forehead veins throbbed, and he almost crushed the wine cup in his hand. Not even a word about the duel!

But what could he do now?

Flipping the table wouldn’t work since he couldn’t beat him, and to argue against him, was he supposed to say he had no sense of justice, that he was evil?

This damned Feng Qi…

Tong Shihong, with a rigid smile on his face, drank the wine in his cup. The liquid slid down his throat, bitter from his mouth to his heart.

“Sect Master Tong is a first-class expert of our time. With his inclusion, Feng is even more confident about maintaining peace in the Martial Worlds. With Divine Fist Gate joining the Peacekeeping Joint Defense, there will be Mount Tian Sect, Hua Mountain Sect, Beggar’s Gang, and the Qiao Family.” Duge smiled, “Let’s toast to Sect Master Tong once more, toasting to the auspicious beginning he has made for the peace of Martial Worlds, toasting to the future prosperity of Martial Worlds.”

“To Sect Master Tong.”

This time, the voices of the Peacekeeping Gang were completely unified.

Tong Shihong raised his head and drank the wine in his cup. He was numb, under the roof of others, let him say what he may!

Duge glanced at Tong Shihong with a smile and said, “Sect Master Tong, as you’ve just joined the Peacekeeping Joint Defense, why not say a few words to boost our morale?”

I’m already frustrated enough, and now you want me to boost your morale?

Feng Qi, aren’t you pushing things too far?

Tong Shihong glared at Duge, managing a strained smile: “Sect Leader Feng, I am not eloquent, so I’d rather not speak.”

“It’s Sect Master Tong’s first visit to our Peacekeeping Gang, and he might still feel a bit restrained. We won’t trouble the Sect Master any further.” Duge continued with a smile.

Tong Shihong breathed a sigh of relief, picked up his wine cup, and used it to hide his feelings.

Unexpectedly, Duge dramatically changed the topic: “Then, I’ll say a few words on behalf of Sect Master Tong!”

Damn!

The wine Tong Shihong was about to drink almost sprayed out as an inexplicable panic surged within him. He regretted his choices deeply, wishing he had spoken freely instead, for who knew what nonsense Feng Qi would come up with!

Duge didn’t care about Tong Shihong’s thoughts and began speaking: “As everyone knows, the Martial Worlds are in a state of chaos, with scoundrels emerging frequently, wielding their martial power to harm the common people, making the world difficult, and the people unable to sustain their livelihoods. There is also the threat of the Heavenly Demon lurking in the world, capable of bringing catastrophe at any time. Moved by this, Feng took on the task of safeguarding peace and founded the Peacekeeping Gang, hoping to make a contribution for the people of the world.

But the Peacekeeping Gang is too small, even protecting Luyang City is difficult enough, how can we speak of the entire world? When I think of the many people suffering, my heart feels torn apart!”

His voice shifted, suddenly lifting eight tones, exuberant, “But fortunately, I have met Sect Master Tong. Perhaps you are not aware that the old master did not agree with me initially; after all, upholding justice for the world is too difficult. But as the saying goes, heroes appreciate heroes. After an exchange of ideas, Sect Master Tong recognized my strength and, persuaded by me, also accepted my ideals, willing to contribute his own power to uphold the righteousness of the world. Thus, we gained Divine Fist Gate’s support and received many valuable suggestions.”

I didn’t, don’t spout nonsense!

Tong Shihong’s eyes bulged as he started to stand up to argue, but just at that moment, Duge seemed to unintentionally shift the Gluttony Sword on the table, its tip faintly pointing at him.

Wang San, sitting opposite him, also coughed softly.

Tong Shihong’s eyes twitched, and he sat down again, helplessly. If Feng Qi killed him here, the Divine Fist Gate would be finished.

Qiu Muqian looked at him sympathetically, her expressive eyes seeming to say, Uncle Tong, now you understand, don’t you? It’s not that we’re incompetent, it’s just that Feng Qi doesn’t give us any chances at all!

“Success is achieved in secrecy and failure in openness. Sect Master Tong doesn’t wish to speak more, but Feng is different from him; I cannot hide anything. Of course, the Peacekeeping Gang acts uprightly and does good deeds; we have no need to hide.” Duge waved his hand and said, “On the way here, Sect Master Tong and I have agreed to visit Mount Hua together and persuade Hua Mountain Sect’s Sect Master Zong to join our Peacekeeping Joint Defense.

Not just Hua Mountain, but also Emei Sect, Mount Tai, Beggar’s Gang — we plan to use Luyang City as our center and unite several major sects around us to form a super alliance. We aim to maintain peace in all covered towns and eradicate all traces of the Heavenly Demon.

We will expand outwards step by step, growing stronger, and then safeguard the entire world, bringing everyone under the Protecting Joint Defense, ultimately achieving unity across the world. That is the future plan of our Peacekeeping Gang.”

It’s over!

In an instant.

Tong Shihong felt as if his spirit was drained, slumping back into his chair. He clenched his thigh under the table, filled with regret — why did he let him speak, why? Even a few random words of blessing would have been better!

This time, he had completely pushed Divine Fist Gate to stand opposed to other sects.