Chapter 237: Peace Talks

Yinhejiuba, inside Chen Mo's office.

"Shen Guodong, over at A Hu's side, how's the recent fight with Wang Bao's people going?"

"Same as always, fighting every day. But our losses are a bit smaller than Wang Bao's, so we can say we barely won."

"Mo Ge, it's been several days and there's no sign from Jiang Tiansheng. Does he not intend to step forward?"

Chen Mo stroked his chin, uncertain, and said, "He shouldn't. He said at the conference he'd step in to resolve it; he wouldn't just talk without keeping his word."

Shen Guodong frowned and said, "I think he's just waiting to watch us fight Wang Bao, hoping we both get battered."

Chen Mo shook his head, "Not necessarily. He certainly has that thought, but he wouldn't show it so plainly."

He announced at the conference, in front of everyone, his willingness to intervene in Wang Bao's matter; whether he can actually do it or not, he'll at least perform the outward show and won't just ignore it."

Shen Guodong frowned and suggested, "How about we prod him? Keeping this endless fight with Wang Bao isn't a solution! Lately, the business at the Jianshazui venue has taken a hit."

"We should prod him a bit," Chen Mo considered and said, "Alright, have the subordinates keep an eye out. If brothers from other Triad Society branches come to our venue, they can complain to them a few words."

Just say that Jiang Tiansheng, the Dragon Head, is incompetent—talking one way and acting another, claiming to help us publicly but actually being indecisive and doing nothing."

"Will that work? Does Jiang Tiansheng care about that bit of reputation?" Shen Guodong asked, puzzled.

"It should work," Chen Mo replied, though he wasn't very confident.

Chen Mo felt his idea should be fine.

Jiang Tiansheng cares a lot about his reputation and standing in the Triad Society; once the rumor spreads, he'll definitely act.

What Chen Mo lacked certainty about was whether the rumor would be transmitted accurately.

Last time Chen Mo had someone spread Gan Di's gossip, it got more and more outrageous.

Who knows how it'll turn out this time.

The rumor Chen Mo ordered this time isn't serious. But he can't guarantee how it'll evolve later.

After all, rumors pick up layers as they spread.

When the rumor reaches Jiang Tiansheng's ears, who knows what it'll sound like.

"Here's the plan: first get the words to the few eyes he placed under us, then let them spread outward."

To get the news to Jiang Tiansheng sooner, Chen Mo decided to tweak the plan slightly.

Earlier, using the 'Eye of Loyalty', he identified several of Jiang Tiansheng's eyes placed under his command.

Having them deliver the message straight to Jiang Tiansheng's ears might be faster.

Two days later, while Chen Mo wondered if the rumor hadn't gotten out, Jiang Tiansheng called.

"A Mo, are you free tonight?" Jiang Tiansheng said politely over the phone.

"Of course I'm free, Mr. Jiang. Just tell me what you need."

"Good that you're free. I've arranged a few senior figures from the jianghu as mediators to help you and Wang Bao resolve the conflict.

For minor disputes, everyone should discuss as much as possible; then let Wang Bao apologize to you—that's enough. No need for endless fighting.

It's better to untie enemies than to bind them!"

"Does Wang Bao agree?" Chen Mo asked, surprised.

"I've already spoken with Wang Bao. The conflict between you originated from him, and his strength is less than our Great Prosperity. Now there's a chance for reconciliation, so he naturally agrees."

A spark flashed in Chen Mo's eyes, and he replied, "Alright, I'll definitely be there."

Beside him, Shen Guodong heard the phone conversation clearly.

"Mo Ge, should I bring more people along tonight?"

Chen Mo raised an eyebrow, "What, do you think this is a Hongmen Banquet?"

Shen Guodong solemnly said, "I think it's possible. Wang Bao is wildly arrogant; how could he be willing to bow and apologize?"

"And Jiang Tiansheng's relationship with you, Mo Ge,..."

"I think they might have ulterior motives."

Chen Mo smiled and nodded, "Well said. Someone like Wang Bao would never soften toward others.

It's laughable that Jiang Tiansheng still thinks I'd believe his nonsense."

"So Mo Ge, you just agreed to him earlier?"

"Jiang Tiansheng may want me dead, but he might arrange assassins or even use a proxy to kill me.

But he definitely won't link my death to himself.

He absolutely won't act against me tonight.

Just bring a few people later; no need to worry.

I'll just go see what Jiang Tiansheng is planning."

Shen Guodong still wanted to say something, Chen Mo raised his hand to interrupt: "It's fine, we also have turf in Jianshazui, not far from Wang Jiao; if anything happens, we can still get reinforcements in time."

Shen Guodong wanted to say more, but Chen Mo raised his hand and cut him off: "It's fine. We have territory in Jianshazui, not far from Wang Jiao. If anything comes up, we can send support in time."

"Alright. I'll greet the brothers first and have them ready."

Chen Mo nodded, "Okay, go arrange it."

Actually Chen Mo wanted to say no arrangement was needed, but to keep the subordinates from worrying, he agreed.

Jiang Tiansheng, who set up the meeting with Chen Mo, would definitely not act against Chen Mo.

Otherwise, if it got out, Jiang Tiansheng would face public blame just like Jingkun did after taking down Da B.

Then his position as Dragon Head would become unstable.

That night, Chen Mo arrived at Jianshazui as promised, accompanied by Shen Guodong and a few underlings.

The restaurant for the meal is on Zhongxinyi's territory.

Soon after Chen Mo arrived, the others came one after another.

Looking at the people seated in the private room, Chen Mo exclaimed, "Great companions." Besides Jiang Tiansheng and Wang Bao, the attendees included Deng Fei of Liansheng, Dongxing Ba Tou Weng, and Lian Haolong of Zhongxinyi.

Apart from Lian Haolong, everyone present has had a conflict with Chen Mo.

The only one who hasn't had any dealings with them, Lian Haolong, is also a member of the Number Gang like Wang Bao.

Although they each have their own alias, just look how alike they are—who knows if there's some special relationship between them!

Chen Mo suspected that all these people tonight were specially picked out by Jiang Tiansheng!

Chen Mo couldn't help but mutter to himself, wondering what would happen if he wiped out all of them tonight.

As the thought arose, Chen Mo's eyelids twitched and his heart filled with excitement.

But after the brief excitement, Chen Mo quickly drove away his unrealistic thoughts.

For Chen Mo, taking out these people would be quite easy.

But the consequences, Chen Mo couldn't bear them!

Any one of these people dying would cause a huge stir in the martial world.

If they all died here at once, the martial world of Gangdao would be turned upside down.

All that awaits Chen Mo is one outcome: grabbing the money and fleeing.

Gangdao would no longer have any place for him to stand.

Everyone seated, Jiang Tiansheng spoke first.

"Tonight we set up this gathering to resolve the conflict between our Great Prosperity's boss Chen Mo and the Number Gang's Wang Bao."

"I am the Dragon Head of Great Prosperity; to avoid accusations of bias, I will not voice my opinion."

"Uncle Deng, among us you are the most virtuous and prestigious; why don't you give us a suggestion?"