ebonymovies Chapter 191 Covetousness in the Shadows
Chapter 191 Covetousness in the Shadows
All the glory, all the resources, and all the future will belong to Liu Ji!
As for Lin Tian's soul, which has lost its powerful talent and is trapped in his frail body?
Who cares what happens to a loser?
"Risks? Of course there are!" Morris thought to himself.
"The success rate of [Soul Replacement] is not 100%, especially against a monster like Lin Tian, whose mental attributes and soul strength far surpass those of ordinary people! If I fail, exposing my talent will surely lead to my death!"
"But...it's worth the risk!" His gaze gradually hardened with obsession.
"This is Lin Tian! The one and only Lin Tian! If I succeed, I will rise to the top in one step!! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, no, a once-in-ten-thousand-years opportunity!"
Fear and greed clashed fiercely within him, and ultimately, the desire for power overwhelmed all warnings of reason.
He made up his mind; he was going to risk everything to plan an unprecedented hunt targeting Lin Tian!
He became unusually active, yet cautious.
No longer content with hearsay, he used all his channels and connections, like the most patient hunter, to begin gathering all the information about Lin Tian.
He repeatedly watched those blurry but still destructive battle video clips, analyzing Lin Tian's skill characteristics and spellcasting habits.
He subtly inquired about Lin Tian's personality and style of doing things from players from Luoxia City, trying to find his weaknesses—even if it was just a carelessness in his behavior.
He closely monitored any travel information related to Lin Tian on the World Channel, speculating on his activity patterns.
He even began to study the geography of Grayrock City, thinking about where to take action to minimize the chances of accidents and increase the slim probability of success.
This process is agonizing.
Every time he heard that Lin Tian had created another miracle, his jealousy deepened and his desire intensified. At the same time, the fear of failure gnawed at his nerves like a leech.
He often woke up in the middle of the night in a cold sweat, as if he had already experienced the bone-chilling coldness of being stared at by Lin Tian's icy gaze after his talent failed.
But each time, he forced himself to suppress his fear and numb himself with endless anticipation for the future.
"Just once... just one success..." he muttered to himself, as if possessed, a flame of greed burning in his gray eyes.
"Lin Tian, everything you have... will soon be mine."
On the land of Grayrock City, where the smoke of war has not yet dissipated, an extremely sinister conspiracy targeting the strongest on the continent quietly unfolds in this unnoticed corner, driven by a heart thoroughly corrupted by jealousy and ambition.
Liu Ji had already fixed his gaze firmly on the scorching and dazzling "sun" that hung above all the players.
......
Liu Ji knew very well that facing Lin Tian directly, even if he only showed the slightest hostility, would be tantamount to throwing himself into a furnace, where he would be reduced to ashes in an instant.
The power that man possessed transcended the realm of conventional understanding; he was a walking natural disaster, the embodiment of rules.
Any direct confrontation is the most foolish act of suicide.
His opportunity lies not in strength, but in people's hearts, in the shadows beyond the rules.
He set his sights on a medium-sized guild native to Grayrock City—[Ironwall].
This guild suffered significant losses in the second wave of the Scourge, but because it withstood the initial pressure and stabilized part of the defenses before Lin Tian arrived, its reputation among Grayrock City players increased.
Although they had no direct relationship with Sunset City, they had received some equipment and resources from Sunset City during the Scourge, so they had indirectly received a favor from them.
This is a perfect springboard.
Liu Ji suppressed all his jealousy and madness, and put on a face that looked like he had survived a disaster, slightly sad but full of energy.
He proactively approached the recruitment manager of the [Iron Wall] guild, and with his impressive level and a meticulously prepared story about how to survive and fight in the Sea of the Dead, he successfully joined the guild.
After joining the guild, Liu Ji did not rush to show off his combat abilities.
He voluntarily took on some tedious guild tasks, helped new members get familiar with the environment, never stole the limelight in team dungeons, and was willing to play a supporting role. He even paid out of his own pocket to buy potions and distribute them to members with poor equipment.
His most powerful weapons are his eloquence and insight.
He is a good listener and always knows how to pick up on other people's topics at just the right time, expressing understanding and agreement.
He has a keen eye for the guild's management, especially the guild leader, [Iron Shield Wanheng]—
The anxieties and hopes of a defensive warrior known for his composure and loyalty.
In several seemingly casual conversations, Liu Ji "unintentionally" revealed his boundless admiration and gratitude for Boss Lin Tian.
"Guild Master Wan Heng," Liu Ji said earnestly, taking the opportunity to approach Wan Heng after a small meeting of the guild's core members.
"If it weren't for Boss Lin Tian turning the tide this time, our Gray Rock City and our Ironwall Guild would probably really be... It's terrifying to even think about it."
Wan Heng was a burly, kind-faced middle-aged man. He sighed and patted his heavy breastplate: "Who can argue with that? We must remember this kindness."
"Simply remembering it is probably not enough."
Liu Ji chimed in at the opportune moment, his face displaying a pure gratitude and enthusiasm.
"Someone like Lin Tian might not care about our small reward. But we can't be ungrateful! It's a matter of attitude!"
I believe that our Ironwall Guild, as a highly respected guild in Grayrock City, should take the initiative to do something to express our sincerest and highest level of gratitude to Boss Lin Tian on behalf of all the players in Grayrock City!
Upon hearing this, Wan Heng's thick, dark eyebrows twitched, clearly indicating that he was somewhat tempted, yet also hesitant.
"Expressing gratitude is the right thing to do... but how exactly? Send a gift? What kind of good stuff hasn't Lin Tian seen? Should we organize a group to thank him? Wouldn't that be too presumptuous and bother him?"
"President, giving gifts and verbal thanks are too ordinary; they don't show our sincerity or the weight of our feelings!"
Liu Ji's voice rose slightly, carrying a perfectly measured hint of excitement.
"We should hold a formal 'Gratitude Ceremony'! Right in the central square of our Grayrock City! We'll invite Boss Lin Tian as our sole honored guest! We don't need him to do anything, we just need him to show his face and receive the highest respect and gratitude from all the players of Grayrock City!"
He carefully observed Wan Heng's expression and continued to outline the blueprint:
"Think about it, Guild Leader! This not only expresses our gratitude, but also demonstrates the vision and responsibility of our Ironwall Guild! It lets everyone see that we Grayrock City players are grateful and repay kindness!"