Yun Ming and Yang Wutian were in motion, and the person behind the scenes was acting as well.
Elsewhere in the city, the magnificent chandelier, shimmering murals, and comfortable, luxurious sofas filled this mansion Bedroom with an air of nobility.
A man dressed in white, handsome and appearing to be in his early thirties, sat on the sofa. Hearing his subordinate's report, a playful smile appeared on his face as he spoke.
"Did those fools finally figure it out? What a pity. It's too late!"
He then continued to issue orders.
"Tell our people to get ready, just in case they decide to jump over the wall in desperation."
"We can't let anything go wrong with this grand performance!"
The subordinate received the order, bowed respectfully, and replied.
"Yes, Master!"
He then slowly backed out of the room to relay the commands. The man in the room stood up and looked out at the bright moon in the Skyline, a gentle smile on his face, though his eyes hid a streak of extreme madness. He spoke as if conversing with someone.
"Don't be impatient, they will be here soon."
The night passed quickly.
The next morning, a glimmer of light gradually appeared on the Skyline.
Yun Ming and Ya Li stood by the window, speaking to the unremarkable middle-aged man sitting behind them.
"You may begin!"
Upon hearing Yun Ming, the man nodded to the Waiter standing nearby, who received the order and immediately went out to relay it.
Yun Ming, Ya Li, and the middle-aged man then left the room, heading toward their next destination.
Before long, cheers erupted from outside the room, a thunderous roar filled with excitement and passion. Two old men were shouting the loudest among them.
"Is it really cured?"
"It's a success!"
"It's really a success!!!"
"The Wind Death Disease has finally been broken!"
"Saga City is saved!!!"
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With the arrival of hope came a myriad of human reactions: some cheered excitedly that the dawn was coming, some vented their pent-up emotions with hoarse cries, some wept for lost loved ones, and many others shed tears of joy, their eyes brimming with emotion.
Soon, the news of the Wind Death Disease antidote swept through the entire Lockdown Zone like a storm. Every patient and healthy person alike received the news, and the entire Lockdown Zone instantly boiled over.
At the same time, another message spread.
'In one hour, the Wind Death Disease antidote will be distributed at Saga Plaza.'
It wasn't just the Lockdown Zone that received the news; the City Lord's Mansion, Martial Soul Hall, major noble houses, and all the various factions in Saga City received it as well.
In a luxurious room outside the city, a wine glass was smashed to pieces on the floor by its owner, and a man in white roared in anger.
"How is this possible?!!"
"How could they possibly find an antidote!"
The man in white then grabbed his subordinate by the hair, hoisted him up, and said with a ferocious expression.
"Speak! Where did this news come from?"
The subordinate, in pain from the man's grip, replied tremblingly.
"It—it was the head butler of the Xavier Family who said it himself in front of the Physician Research Group, and he even brought a cured patient as a demonstration."
"The whole Lockdown Zone is talking about it now!"
"And they also said that in one hour, the Wind Death Disease antidote will be distributed at Saga Plaza!"
Hearing this, the man in white released his subordinate and sneered.
"The Xavier Family?"
"These low-profile people are surprisingly capable, contrary to my expectations!"
"No wonder there was sudden movement last night."
"However, my game is not so easily broken!!!"
The man ordered his subordinate.
"Have all our people go to Saga Plaza. Since they've sent an invitation, how could we possibly be absent!"
That's right, Saga Plaza was an invitation! This was the invitation Yun Ming had sent to the mastermind, the man in white. Otherwise, if they just wanted to distribute the medicine, they could have done it right in the wards.
Hearing the man's instructions, the subordinate hurriedly replied before scrambling away.
"Yes, Master!"
At the same time, the City Lord of Saga City, Ye Chuan, also received the news. Relying on his years of experience in officialdom, he sensed the scent of danger, though he did not know where this matter would eventually lead.
Every faction in the city began to move, all heading toward the same destination: Saga Plaza.
Saga Plaza
Yun Ming looked at the suddenly appearing Yang Wutian and asked.
"Fifth Grand Uncle, how is it?"
Yang Wutian replied.
"Everything is ready!"
Yun Ming nodded and spoke to the middle-aged man standing beside him, a well-known high noble within Saga City, Duke Xavier.
"Mr. Xavier, what about you?"
Duke Xavier let out a loud laugh.
"Little Friend Yun, rest assured. Seventy percent of the noble factions in the city are already under our control. Today, we will surely bring justice back to Saga City!"
"However, I am curious, why did Little Friend Yun choose to approach me? Are you not afraid that I might be a subordinate of the person behind the scenes?"
After a few hours of brief contact, Duke Xavier had already clearly discerned the master-servant relationship between Yun Ming and Yang Wutian.
Hearing this, Yun Ming smiled as he looked at Duke Xavier and asked.
"And are you?"
The moment the words left Yun Ming's mouth, the surrounding temperature seemed to drop.
Duke Xavier's expression remained unchanged as he laughed heartily.
"Haha~"
"Of course not!"
"Little Friend is joking."
Yun Ming responded in kind.
"Since the Duke has said so, I believe you."
"If the Duke truly turns out to be that person's subordinate in the end, it would only prove that my, Yun Ming's, judgment is nothing more than mediocre!"
Hearing Yun Ming's reply, Duke Xavier's smile faltered. Looking at Yun Ming, he marveled inwardly. This child's capacity is as vast and deep as the ocean; he will surely achieve great things in the future!
As for the real reason Yun Ming chose to cooperate with Duke Xavier, it was actually because both of his only two children had contracted the Wind Death Disease. No matter how loyal Duke Xavier was, he wouldn't let all his children be buried along with his master's plans! If he were truly that ruthless, Yun Ming would willingly admit defeat.
Indeed, the residence where the plague Lockdown Zone and the Physician Gathering Point were located was property of the Xavier Family.
Of course, the Xavier Family was not the only noble family that met these criteria, but among those who did, only the Xavier Family possessed sufficient reputation and strength.
Aside from the two points above, the final factor that made Yun Ming decide to cooperate was the benefit he could offer Duke Xavier. The recovery of his children was the down payment; if they could truly resolve this plague, then with a little maneuvering, the City Lord Ye Chuan would inevitably step down, and Duke Xavier would become the new master of Saga City. This power was the final payment Yun Ming had prepared, and it was something that the insane mastermind could not provide. This ensured that Xavier would not defect.
With these conditions met, Yun Ming chose to cooperate with Duke Xavier.
The local noble factions of Saga City were the greatest assistance Yun Ming needed for this trip!
Just as Yun Ming and his group were conversing, the forces from all sides arrived at Saga Plaza.
The iron cavalry of the City Lord's Mansion, the Soul Master ranks of the Martial Soul Hall, and the private armies of the major nobles arrived one after another. Yun Ming also saw, for the first time, the City Lord Ye Chuan, who he wasn't sure was the culprit or not. He was a middle-aged man with a serious face, eight feet tall, and a heroic appearance. He looked upright and awe-inspiring, though it was hard to tell what his true colors were.
Ye Chuan also noticed Yun Ming standing next to Duke Xavier. When Yun Ming saw Ye Chuan looking over, he smiled slightly, but Ye Chuan's expression remained unchanged, showing no reaction.
Leading the Martial Soul Hall was an old man dressed in white priestly robes; he was none other than Feng Dianchen, the Hall Master of the Saga City Spirit Hall Main Hall.
The people who arrived at the plaza began to greet one another. After the nobles paid their respects to Duke Xavier, most of them stayed directly behind him. Ye Chuan and Feng Dianchen's expressions flickered slightly at this, but they remained calm. Ye Chuan greeted Duke Xavier.
"The Duke has resolved the crisis of the Wind Death Disease for the entire city. Ye Chuan, on behalf of all the citizens, thanks the Duke!"
"Once the city gates are opened, I will certainly report this to the King and request a title for the Duke!"
Feng Dianchen also stepped forward to echo the sentiment.
"Lord Duke, discovering the cure for the Wind Death Disease is a great merit. The Martial Soul Hall also thanks the Duke on behalf of all the citizens!"
With the big shots speaking up, everyone else followed suit, congratulating Duke Xavier one by one.
Duke Xavier wore a smile, cupped his hands, and returned the gesture.
"This is a duty I must fulfill as a Duke. You are all too kind with your praise!"
"Too kind!"
Then, changing the subject, Duke Xavier spoke up.
"However, before distributing the medicine, I have something to inform everyone about."
Hearing that there was an announcement, some were confused, while others were already aware. They heard Duke Xavier say to Yun Ming.
"Little Friend Yun, you may speak from here on out!"
Yun Ming nodded and said directly.
"This plague is man-made, and the mastermind behind it has already arrived at the scene."
Upon hearing this, some felt a great shock, while others wore grave expressions. Before they could ask, Yun Ming turned his head to look at one of the factions and continued.
"Since you are here, why not speak for yourself?"
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