Chapter 2132 - 2136: The Jin Family Father and Son’s Vicious Plot

"Boss, Zuo Yuanhao and the others have something urgent to discuss."

At this moment, Zhou Yang walked in.

Qin Tian nodded, "Alright, Old Zhou, make the arrangements. We'll meet in the Council Hall. Let's analyze what the father and son duo from the Jin Family, those wolves, are planning to do."

The core members of Qin Tian in West Capital City all arrived.

Zuo Yuanhao was the first to speak, "King Qin, the rebellion by the Jin Family father and son is not a mere coincidence."

Not a mere coincidence?

Zuo Yuanhao always had a knack for saying astonishing things.

This statement shocked Qin Tian instantly, "Do you mean it's inevitable? What do you mean?"

Everyone's eyes turned to Zuo Yuanhao, who analyzed, "We trusted them in the past and were not on guard against them because we didn't know much about them."

"It was only last night that I delved into and inquired about the personalities and styles of the Jin Family father and son. It turns out that the Jin Family previously led a resistance against the Demon King. After being defeated, they bribed an assassin to assassinate the Demon King, failed, then allied with several other cities to seek independence, resulting in internal strife. After that, they instigated other smaller cities and City Lord Mu of Demon Cloud City to prepare a joint resistance against the Demon King. Although they kept a low profile, they were secretly gathering strength until we intervened in Demon Clan affairs. That's when they started expanding."

Zuo Yuanhao spoke slowly and, seeing the confusion on everyone's faces, smiled.

Xiao Zhuang frowned, "Strategist Zuo, after a long speech, I still don't know what you're driving at. Are you suggesting that the Jin Family father and son are born traitors? But this time, they are siding with the Demon King against us. What's the reason?"

"You missed the crucial point I was making." At this point, Zuo Yuanhao mysteriously held back.

"The crucial point? What's the crucial point?" Liu Fei'er was also curious, "Are you suggesting that the Jin Family father and son are ambitious?"

"Her Majesty the Empress is correct, that's precisely what I mean."

Zuo Yuanhao nodded and said, "In fact, their leadership style shows that they prefer being leaders and initiators and dislike being subordinate. Any slight dissatisfaction leads them to betray or rebel rather than submit."

Listening to Zuo Yuanhao, the group seemed to start comprehending.

Zuo Yuanhao continued, "Therefore, I speculate that previously, when City Lord Mu was alive, he relied on the Jin Family as leaders, so they were happy to cooperate with us, believing that even in cooperation, the leaders would be the Jin Family."

"After City Lord Mu's death, with Miss Mu succeeding, they weren't worried, after all, Miss Mu is young and poses no threat to their leadership position."

"Most importantly, King Qin, your repeated reinforcements made them feel threatened. Especially attacking Demon City, the Jin Family naturally assumed you were there to reap the spoils of victory. Even if you captured Demon City and killed the Demon King, the leader would be you, not the Jin Family."

"The Jin Family would gain nothing and instead be ruled by you. This made them dissatisfied... I recall that when we reinforced with 150,000 troops twice and when King Qin you planned to lead troops to attack Demon City yourself, the Jin Family father and son seemed to have subtly advised us, but we ignored them and insisted on deploying troops, which became their rebellion's catalyst."

Qin Tian took a deep breath and bitterly smiled, "They did try to advise... But their tone was subtle, reasoning that they worried about our logistical strain and costs, and I thought they were being courteous, so I replied, assuring them not to worry, that I'd support them all the way... Heh, little did I know, this was what they meant!"

At this moment, Qin Tian was somewhat at a loss whether to laugh or cry.

His unintended actions were seen as threatening their interests.

Moreover, for a modest gain, the Jin Family father and son chose not to negotiate face-to-face with Qin Tian but instead opted for the most violent and savage means, stabbing from behind, causing thousands of deaths!

"Previously, I never intended to have any designs on the Demon Clan, only hoped that once things settled, we could ally, and my rear would be more stable. Hmm, now it seems the Jin Family father and son have forced my hand to think otherwise regarding the Demon Clan!"

Qin Tian muttered to himself, speaking slowly, but his tone carried immense resentment!

"So, gentlemen, what do you think we should do now?"

Qin Tian consulted the group, "Currently, Mu Yunxi from the Demon Clan is missing. Although we are not officially married, we are committed to each other. I must find her and ensure her safety."

"Once I am sure Mu Yunxi is safe, I can then focus on dealing with the Jin Family father and son and the Demon King."

Zuo Yuanhao said, "King Qin, I believe the coup might not just be a conspiracy between the Jin Family father and son and the Demon King; it's highly likely the Imperial City might be involved."

"Oh?"

Zuo Yuanhao's statement startled everyone.

Zuo Yuanhao said, "Ever since the Fourth Prince ascended as Emperor Xuan, he hasn't acted against us. It seems like we coexist peacefully. But when he was just a prince, he knew to confront us first and harbored deep hatred for King Qin. He has wanted to kill you for a long time."

"The calm before the storm isn't tranquil. The Fourth Prince can't possibly sit idle after ascending. Also, despite the Jin Family's wish to rebel against us, they aren't foolish. They should know that even if they help the Demon King hold Demon City temporarily, it's just a momentary situation."

"They have been through many battles, cunning as they are, they surely know that even if they heavily damage us in Demon City, once we return to the West Capital and unite with the Barbarian and Demon Clans, a coalition of the three clans against the Demon Clan would still be overwhelming."

Lin Yu, alarmed upon hearing this, interjected, "So, Strategist Zuo, you believe the Jin Family father and son must have received some support and promises from the Fourth Prince, giving them the courage to rebel against us?"

"Correct."

Zuo Yuanhao nodded, taking a deep breath, "They are in a tripartite cooperation, premeditated."

As he spoke, Zuo Yuanhao looked at Qin Tian and asked, "King Qin, there were previously Immortal Jiu and Miss Chen Jingsi in Demon City. I heard they went to the Demon Clan searching for fine wines. Who sent them on this wine quest?"

"Jin Yunzhong and Jin Lin," answered Zhao Lanjin, who had returned injured earlier, eyes shining as he spoke, looking at Zuo Yuanhao. "It seems the Jin Family father and son did have a premeditated plan. Knowing Immortal Jiu is a threat and has a weakness for fine wines, they expeditiously removed him before rebelling! How insidious!"