176: Don’t look back, tears will fall!

Chen De, however, turned a deaf ear to it, not even glancing their way.

Because Chen De was worried that if he looked, even just for a moment, his tears would unbiddenly flow from his eyes.

They might feel pain, but no matter how much they hurt, Chen De's heart would only ache more!

Chen De's current nonchalance and composure were nothing more than a disguise for his fragile heart.

Originally, Chen De had indeed intended to keep his promise and eliminate Li Canghai.

But upon arriving here, Chen De suddenly realized that Li Canghai was, at most, a mere fly.

Without eradicating the primary evil, everything Chen De did would be in vain.

Killing one Li Canghai would only lead to thousands upon thousands more Li Canghai appearing at any moment.

They might even be more vicious and brutal!

So, the moment before Chen De truly intended to act, he changed his mind.

He would blend in with the light, infiltrate the enemy's camp; how could he catch a tiger cub without entering the tiger's den?

Chen De wanted to integrate with these people and then completely crush them.

This way, all the natives from now on could live good lives of freedom and equality.

And Chen De needed a stepping stone to integrate with these people.

For the sake of the bigger picture, Chen De had no choice but to sacrifice them.

While Chen De's heart ached for such an act, he did not regret it.

Because Chen De knew that everything he did was a righteous act.

Chen De also knew that today's events would be misunderstood and misinterpreted by many, just like the group he had brought back.

Chen De might even be misunderstood and hated for this his entire life.

But Chen De believed that his painstaking efforts would be seen by Heaven.

And years later, future generations looking back at history would also see it.

For nothing else, but for the justice deeply buried in Chen De's heart!

Even if he was forever misunderstood, he would not hesitate!

He paid them no mind, allowing Li Canghai's men to drag them away.

And those who dragged them away seemed very excited, very much looking forward to what was about to happen.

However, the current focus was no longer on the group of natives Chen De had brought back.

Li Canghai, holding Chen De's hand with one hand, waved the other and chuckled,

"No need to bother with those natives anymore; they'll have their own way of being dealt with soon enough.

Chang Laodi, you are currently just an Inner Sect Disciple, and you don't come here often, so there might be many things you don't know.

But it's alright; once you are officially promoted to a Core Disciple, you'll definitely be coming here often.

At that time, you'll definitely have to deal with these natives.

After a while, you'll realize that when dealing with natives, you have to do it this way.

There's absolutely no need to sympathize with these natives; you can just treat them as beasts.

And these guys are even more cunning than beasts.

If you don't treat them harshly, they won't learn their lesson.

Moreover, our continent's way of treating natives is already one of the gentler methods among the three continents."

Li Canghai explained to Chen De with a chuckle, leading him towards the banquet.

Normally, Li Canghai wouldn't need to say so much to Chen De.

However, Li Canghai saw that Chen De was actively trying to befriend him, and he also wanted to befriend Chen De.

So, seeing that Chen De came here infrequently and lacked experience, he specifically said a few extra words, intending to give Chen De some pointers.

Then, he quickly led Chen De to where the banquet was prepared.

He arranged Chen De at the most honored seat, apart from the main one.

Actually, because Chen De arrived suddenly, Li Canghai didn't have time to call anyone else.

So, the only people attending the banquet were Li Canghai and Chen De.

However, time was still too short; in such a brief period, only a hundred or so dishes were prepared.

Li Canghai raised his wine cup, gestured to Chen De, and then drank it in one gulp.

Seeing this, Chen De also raised his wine cup, toasted Li Canghai, and then drank it in one gulp.

Li Canghai was very happy to see Chen De drink so readily, so he poured himself another cup,

"Chang Laodi, time was short. In such a brief period, we only managed to prepare over a hundred dishes to welcome you. I truly apologize for the inconvenience.

However, I've already given instructions; soon, another three hundred-plus dishes will be served.

So, I'll have to trouble you to wait a little longer.

As an apology, how about this: I'll punish myself with three more cups."

Saying this, he took a gulp of the cup in his hand, then immediately poured two more and drank them all.

Chen De quickly tried to dissuade him, "How can this be, Brother Li!

My sudden visit this time was my impulsiveness.

Even if someone should punish themselves with three cups, it should be me!

Brother, this really makes me feel bad."

Then, Chen De also poured three more cups...

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After three rounds of drinks, it was time to talk about serious matters.

At this point, both Chen De and Li Canghai looked a bit hazy.

At this moment, Li Canghai suddenly said, as if joking, "I wonder, Chang Laodi, what brings you to the Seeking Immortality Realm this time?"

As he spoke, his eyes were half-closed with sleepiness, as if he could pass out at any moment.

Chen De also had a flushed face, swaying his head, holding a wine jar with one hand and waving the other, "Oh, let's not talk about that, Brother! Drink, drink!"

Hearing this, Li Canghai unsteadily stood up.

He staggered with an unsteady gait, swaying as he approached Chen De.

Picking up the wine jar, he took a gulp, "Ah, Chang Laodi, you and I are like brothers, we feel like old friends at first sight.

Whatever it is, just tell your brother. If I can help, I won't hesitate.

Setting aside other things, in this small corner of the world, your brother here still has some influence."

After hearing this, Chen De seemed to make some decision, "Since that's the case, I won't be polite with you, Brother."

Li Canghai seemed very pleased, patting Chen De's hand, "That's right, you and I are brothers, don't be a stranger. Whatever it is, just tell your brother."

Then Chen De said with some embarrassment, "To be honest, I'm not afraid of you laughing at me, Brother.

Isn't your little brother about to be promoted to a Core Disciple soon?

So, I was thinking if I could develop something here in the Seeking Immortality Realm.

But, your little brother doesn't come here often, and I'm completely in the dark about this place.

I want to find a place to develop, but I'm struggling because I have no connections.

So, not long ago, your little brother decided to try his luck on our Worshiping Immortals Continent.

Coincidentally, I heard your name, Brother, and I was filled with even more admiration for your deeds.

At that time, your little brother also encountered these lost natives of yours, Brother.

I thought, isn't this fate?

I was just wondering how to visit you, Brother, and the opportunity immediately arrived."

Li Canghai understood, "So that's it. Then you don't need to say anything more, little brother.

You've already called me 'Brother,' so how can I not help you?

Don't worry, your brother here will definitely arrange everything for you.

Your brother here will give you..."

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