Eugene and Jirofi, the two Divine Guard Chiefs, and their divine guards had all died in the hands of Han Shuo and his party. Anito and his party were in charge of collecting and tallying the spoils of war. About half a day later, Anito and his party had tallied up all the spoils.
There were more than five thousand pieces of energy crystals of various sizes, more than seventy divine armors and divine weapons, and one highgod weapon each for Eugene and Jirofi. It was impossible to estimate the total value of these items in a short time. However, a conservative estimate was that the total value of these items would not be less than two million black gold coins.
Most importantly, the mine had been occupied by Han Shuo. Eugene and Jirofi had only been mining the mine for a few days. There was no way they could have extracted much of the energy crystal ores from the mine. It was impossible to estimate how many energy crystals there were in the entire mine. The total value would be in the tens of millions of black gold coins.
The invaders from Hushveil City and Darksoul City were completely annihilated. Bollands, Anito, and his party carefully cleaned up the scene. They erased all traces that could prove that Han Shuo and his party were the culprits. They even deliberately buried some worthless divine weapons in the ground and placed a few incomplete corpses of both sides together to create the illusion that both sides had suffered heavy casualties.
Bollands was very familiar with the process. Sanguinar and Gilbert, on the other hand, were not as proficient. Under the guidance of Bollands, Anito, and the others, Sanguinar and Gilbert quickly became familiar with the method of framing others. They helped Anito and his party clean up the mess.
Naturally, Han Shuo did not leave. He stayed in the mine for the time being, waiting for the arrival of the competitors from the major family clans.
During this period of time, Anito, his party of four, Bollands, Sanguinar, and Gilbert visited every major mine in the mine. They carved a special pattern on the entrance of every cave that contained energy ores – the pattern of the Cauldron of Myriad Demon!
As the Han family had only been established for a short time, Han Shuo had not thought of making a special emblem for the Han family. Now that his competitors were about to arrive, to show that he was the true owner of the mine, Han Shuo used the Cauldron of Myriad Demon as the emblem of the Han family.
At the entrance of every cave was an image of the Cauldron of Myriad Demon. On the surface of the cauldron were a few small words – City of Shadows Han family!
Five days later, the first batch of competitors from the three major family clans arrived at the mine. After mobilizing the resources of their family clans, they discovered a unique symbol at the entrance of the mine – the Han family of the City of Shadows!
The competitors of the three great families were all dumbfounded. Looking at the strange little cauldron pattern and the clear small characters on the surface of the cauldron, they knew that they were one step too late.
The City of Shadows had its own rules. Before they came, Wallace had clearly reminded them that personal fights were strictly forbidden.
Although these City of Shadows experts were filled with reluctance, they had nothing to say when they saw that the mountain had fallen into Han Shuo's hands. They went to look for Han Shuo and congratulated him with bitter faces.
The competitors of the three major family clans were Ji Wei, Manly, and Gasko. The three of them had more or less friendly relations with Han Shuo due to the Celestial Pearl Pharmacy. Knowing that the situation was irreversible, they had no choice but to accept the fact.
Another three days later, competitors from other family clans arrived one after another. Since even the three major family clans had nothing to say, the competitors naturally had nothing to say, especially since they knew that Han Shuo had a close relationship with the House of Sainte. There was no way they could have any other thoughts.
Seven days later, Erebus and Aobashi arrived at the mountain with their divine guards. Erebus and Aobashi were greatly astonished after learning about the situation from Han Shuo. It was obvious that they did not believe Han Shuo's words.
It was indeed possible that Jirofi of the City of Shadows and Eugene of Hushveil City had fought over the mine. However, it would be too much of a lie to claim that both sides would perish together with each other, leaving not a single one of them alive. Erebus secretly summoned Anito and the others and secretly asked, "What's going on?"
Anito and the others had a guilty conscience and did not dare to look at Erebus. They replied in a low voice, "Although the situation is a little different, it is the truth!
My Lord, the people of the City of Shadows and Hushveil City have killed our companions. Lord Brian has come to avenge us! " Anito and the others did not dare to lie to Andre or City Lord Wallace. However, Erebus was their direct superior and Erebus had always treated them well. It was impossible for them to keep quiet.
Anito and the other three dared to deceive Andre and Castellan Wallace, but Erebus was their direct superior. Moreover, Erebus had always treated them well, so it was impossible for them to keep silent. Anito and the others had the guts to lie to Andre and City Lord Wallace. However, Erebus was their direct superior and Erebus had always treated them well. It was impossible for them to keep quiet.
Moreover, Han Shuo had secretly hinted to them that the situation was not normal. Erebus and Aobashi could not help but feel a headache when they heard Anito and the others' cryptic explanation. The two of them were in charge of cleaning up the aftermath. Now that two of their Divine Guard Chiefs had died, the situation had become very troublesome.
Naturally, the two of them did not believe that the two Divine Guard Chiefs were killed by Han Shuo. In their opinion, Eugene and Jirofi must have fought each other to the death for the mine. Then, Han Shuo and his party came to take advantage of the situation and killed the surviving divine guards.
They had underestimated Han Shuo's current strength!
"We're in big trouble!" Aobashi put on a bitter smile and sighed, "The City Lord wants me to negotiate with the two parties. I'm afraid that the two parties will not let this matter rest."
"Forget it! Let's report to the City Lord first. I believe that the two City Lords will personally communicate with Your Lordship about this matter! " Said Erebus with a distressed face. He could not think of a suitable solution for the time being.
"Sirs, I'll leave the rest to you. When you are done negotiating with the two parties, let me know. I will arrange for people to come over and mine the mine. We can discuss how to distribute the energy ores in the future!" Han Shuo was all smiles. He stretched his back and mumbled to himself, "I'm really lucky this time. Two of my Divine Guards have suffered heavy casualties.
Anito and the other three Divine Guards wore strange expressions after hearing Han Shuo's words. They had seen with their own eyes how Han Shuo killed Eugene and Jirofi effortlessly. How could there be any element of luck in that? They knew that Han Shuo had deliberately concealed his strength. The four of them had benefited greatly from the distribution of the divine weapons. Therefore, they naturally cooperated with Han Shuo and started talking nonsense to mislead Erebus and Aobashi.
"You just patted your butt and left, leaving the two of us to clean up your mess!" Erebus forced a smile and shook his head. He said, "Brian, Brian, the death of two Divine Guard Chiefs is no small matter!"
"They died together. They have no one to blame but themselves. My Lordships, just tell the truth. I believe that given the City Lord's wisdom, he won't say anything about it!" Han Shuo put on a mischievous smile and said, "I won't disturb your work any longer. We will return to the City of Shadows. When you return to the City, I will treat you to a good drink!"
"That drink of yours doesn't taste good!" Aobashi glared at Han Shuo. She could sense that Han Shuo was behind the incident but unfortunately, she couldn't find any evidence. But even if she could, what could she do? She would still have to help Han Shuo clean up the mess!
"Sanguinar, Bollands, Gilbert, it's time for us to leave!" Said Han Shuo to the three before bidding farewell to the members of the three major family clans. He was the first to arrive and the first to leave.
Han Shuo returned to Fort Lasberg first. When he arrived, he discovered that Candide, Emma, Graeae, Pegasus, and the others were already there. These people were very experienced in the management of cities. They volunteered to familiarize themselves with the situation in Fort Lasberg so that the Han family could take over the place.
Candide and the others were already aware of the purpose of Han Shuo and his party. After Han Shuo returned to Fort Lasberg, they immediately asked Han Shuo about the details. Han Shuo did not reveal the specifics. He only said to them, "It's done. The Fifth Corps is ours!"
Candide and the others knew that military strength was the foundation of a power's survival. They were overjoyed to hear that. They were now considered members of the Han family and were bound together with Han Shuo. Naturally, they hoped that the Han family could stabilize their power in the City of Shadows.
After living on Elysium for a period of time, they had fully realized the importance of a family clan. They volunteered to come to Fort Lasberg in order to strengthen the House of Han. They knew that only with the House of Han's strength could they ensure their safety and secure a foothold in the City of Shadows.
Han Shuo took out a portion of the energy crystals he obtained from the mine and handed it to Candide and the others. He asked them to decorate the Han family's residence in Fort Lasberg with energy towers and boundary towers. Energy crystals were the foundation that maintained the energy towers and boundary towers. With an abundant supply of energy crystals, the Han family's residence in Fort Lasberg could be fortified.
Han Shuo and Candide discussed the issue of Fort Lasberg for half a day. Han Shuo wasn't an expert in the management of cities. Back then, he had delegated the management of Brettel City to Dorcas and Jack. Fort Lasberg was no exception. Although it was a discussion, Han Shuo heard from Candide and the others that Candide and the others needed Han Shuo's approval before they dared to take action. They mainly wanted to get Han Shuo's approval.
Han Shuo knew that Candide and the others had no one to rely on on on Elysium. Now that he had been branded as a member of the Han family, he knew that they would work for him wholeheartedly. Therefore, Han Shuo straightforwardly agreed to their request and delegated all the necessary authority to them.
When Candide and the others no longer had any questions, Han Shuo, Sanguinar, Bollands, and Gilbert left for the City of Shadows.
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Inside the Sainte Residence of the City of Shadows, City Lord Wallace and Andre were facing a magical mirror.
Inside the mirror were Aobashi and Erebus. They were reporting the situation in the valley to Wallace with a bitter smile. When they heard that Eugene and Jirofi of Hushveil City and Darksoul City had died in the valley, Wallace and Andre's faces jolted. Wallace asked, "Where's Brian? Where are the others? "
"Brian is fine. When Aobashi and I arrived, Brian had already taken control of the mountain," Erebus said in a bitter smile. "But Brian said that Eugene and Jirofi had perished together. When we arrived, we did not find a single survivor. All the divine guards from Hushveil City and Darksoul City were killed without even leaving behind a complete corpse. The situation is rather strange!"
"With Eugene and Jirofi dead in Tanai Mountain, the City Lords of Hushveil City and Darksoul City will surely come after Elder Brother!" Andre also had a headache. After thinking for a while, Andre asked Erebus, "Did Eugene and Jirofi perish together?"
"They are all dead. We don't know either!" Erebus put on a bitter smile and continued, "None of the divine guards from Hushveil City and Darksoul City survived. This doesn't seem to have happened naturally. But I have asked Brian about it and Brian is adamant that they perished together. We have also found some traces at the scene that point to a bitter battle!"
Wallace was stunned. After a long while, he nodded and said in a deep voice, "Seize the mountain. Inform Hushveil City and Darksoul City of the death of the two Divine Guard Chiefs. No matter who asks, tell them that they perished together. If you miss anything at the scene, you will clean it up!"
"Understood, my Lord!" replied Erebus.
After cutting off the magical mirror, Wallace massaged his glabella and smilingly said, "That youngster sure is a headache. But I'm sure that Eugene and Jirofi's deaths had something to do with him. Hehe, I bet those two City Lords will be furious!"
"Elder Brother, Brian couldn't have killed Eugene and Jirofi, could he?" Andre stared blankly for a moment and was rather doubtful.
"Then how do you explain what happened in the valley?" Wallace shot a glance at Andre and said in a mischievous smile, "Perhaps he doesn't have the strength to kill both of them at once. But if he is adept at seizing the right moment, he might have a chance of succeeding. Heh heh, the traces of battle between the two sides are still intact. That kid is a talent. It looks like the Fifth Bureau will do better in his hands than Avery!
"Brian is a little too daring. He even killed a Divine Guard Chief!" exclaimed Andre.
"Daring, ruthless, and meticulous are the qualities that a man must have in order to achieve great things. This incident has sufficiently proved that he is qualified to be the Chief of the Fifth Corps! Alright, prepare the relevant documents this afternoon. Also, let go of those Fifth Corps divine guards who have no problem with them! " Wallace did not get angry at Han Shuo for causing trouble. Instead, he was very satisfied with Han Shuo's daring and ruthless style.
Andre nodded, indicating that he understood, turned around, and left.
After Andre left, Wallace once again used the magical mirror to get in touch with the City Lords of Hushveil City and Darksoul City. He insisted that Eugene and Jirofi had perished together. Regardless of how furious the two City Lords were, Wallace insisted that the mine belonged to the City of Shadows and argued fiercely with the two City Lords through the magical mirror.
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Han Shuo, Sanguinar, Bollands, and Gilbert returned to the City of Shadows half a month later. Everything in the City was the same except for the Celestial Pearl Pharmacy.
Fanny, Phoebe, and the other ladies had moved into the Lavers Residence. The only people left in the Celestial Pearl Pharmacy were pharmacists who knew how to refine medicines. Those who came from Profound Continent had moved into their new home – the Han family!
Compared to the Celestial Pearl Pharmacy, Han Shuo's new home was much more spacious and magnificent. It had all kinds of facilities. Buildings on Elysium had always been built in a solemn and dignified style. They would spend little effort on decorations. Fanny, Phoebe, and the others who came from Profound Continent did not like the original style of the Lavers Residence. Therefore, they had transplanted a lot of flowers, plants, artificial hills, small bridges, flowing rivers, and odd-looking rocks into every corner of the Han family's new home. It looked much more refined and exquisite.
Strolling among the flowers, Han Shuo raised his head and looked at the towering buildings. He felt as though he had been in a different world.
He still remembered that when he first came to Elysium from Profound Continent, he had gone through all kinds of hardships to reach the City of Shadows. He was as clueless as a country bumpkin when he first set foot in this place. He even had a quarrel with Cage and Doloxes in a gymnasium not far away from him. He was humiliated by the two good-for-nothings of the Lavers Family and left angrily.
Now, everything in this place belonged to the Han family, to him, Han Shuo!
Han Shuo deeply enjoyed the feeling of having everything under his control as he breathed in the fresh air. It was as though he could smell the wonderful taste of power.
When Fanny, Phoebe, and the other ladies learned that Han Shuo had returned, they came out to welcome him. Han Shuo was brimming with laughter and cheerful voices along the way.
Sanguinar and Gilbert were pulled away by Statholme and Ayermike. The two asked Han Shuo about what happened in the valley. When the two learned that Han Shuo had taken over the mine and was about to take over the Fifth Corps, they were very excited.
"Brian, Candide and the others went to Fort Lasberg on their own initiative. Have you met them?" Emily asked Han Shuo.
"Yes, I have. Candide and the others kept asking me a bunch of questions. I was so annoyed that my head was about to explode!" Han Shuo forced a smile and shook his head. He said, "Managing a city is really not my forte. Fortunately, I brought them all here from Profound Continent. Otherwise, even if Fort Lasberg belonged to the Han family, we wouldn't be able to find anyone suitable to manage it!"
"Brian, from the moment those from Profound Continent set foot on Elysium, they will forever be branded with the Han family. They are all trustworthy. Without the Han family, there is no way they can survive on Elysium. Therefore, they know what to do! "explained Emily in a soft voice.
Han Shuo had long known this principle. He nodded and smilingly replied, "I understand what you mean. They will be the pillars of the Han family in the future. I may not have many good points, but I know how to delegate power to others. I know what kind of people are suited to do. They will definitely find their place on Elysium! "
"Brian, these are the documents that Andre sent to you. He wants you to report to the Fifth Corps as soon as possible after you return." Phoebe handed a large stack of documents to Han Shuo and smilingly said, "Andre said that some of those in the Fifth Corps are unruly and unruly. Although they did not rebel with Avery, they have always been very obedient towards him. You should know what they are like!"
Han Shuo took the documents and gave them a look. He put on a calm smile and said, "I love taming those unruly and unruly fellows!"
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