Light Fortress

Chapter 1724 - 383: The Battle Between the Netherworld King and the Crown Bearer (Extra-long - !)

"I’m glad you still remembered my contact information."

Above the night sky of Frost Iron Mountain, helicopters circled, their rotors stirring up rain, burning lights tearing through the darkness.

Cui Zhongcheng, holding an umbrella, stood at the foot of the mountain.

"Long time no see, Mr. Xiao Cui."

Gu Shen smiled and spoke.

He didn’t use an umbrella; a Chi Huo lantern hung above his shoulder, and the rain naturally retreated.

Mu Wanqiu was the same.

She carefully scrutinized the man in the suit before her, very curious since she could only remember a few names from the East Continent.

Cui Zhongcheng’s name was precisely one of those.

This Huazhi Group’s undisputed second-in-command emerged from humble beginnings with a legendary story. Twenty years ago, no one would have thought that Cui Zhongcheng from Qing River, rising from obscurity, could climb up the ranks and ultimately become the unwavering controller of a group despite two generations of Huazhi’s turmoil.

"This must be the well-known [Judge] from the North Continent?"

Cui Zhongcheng adjusted his glasses and spoke with a smile.

"Yes."

Calmly, Gu Shen said, "Regarding the information blockade about Frost Iron Mountain, I need Huazhi’s assistance."

"No problem."

Cui Zhongcheng pointed towards the towering, pitch-black mountain and said, "I wonder what the situation inside looks like. Can I go and see?"

...

...

When Gu Shen sent the email to Cui Zhongcheng, it was a coincidence that Mr. Xiao Cui happened to be near Qing River on business.

So, in less than an hour, Cui Zhongcheng arrived at Frost Iron Mountain.

And thus, the previous scene unfolded.

The mountain steps of Frost Iron Mountain were long, and Cui Zhongcheng put away his umbrella. Due to the suspended Chi Huo, the rain within a radius of about ten meters was lifted and evaporated, enveloping the three of them in a layer of mist.

"Congratulations, you’ve successfully obtained your own title."

Cui Zhongcheng said with a hint of sarcasm, "In the late of night, I thought you came to Qing River for the matter of Wulaoshan."

"I know they’re doing well."

Gu Shen said, "I still have to thank you for taking care."

Even though he left Qing River many years ago, Gu Shen always cared about the small courtyard below Wulaoshan.

Cui Zhongcheng has been fulfilling his promise from back then.

Every year, Huazhi gives the courtyard a sum of money, along with appropriate cultural and humane care.

The courtyard is well cared for.

The young people who emerged from the courtyard have grown up under Huazhi Group’s care, following Gu Shen’s instructions, these individuals have no connection to the extraordinary world. They live in an orderly and stable ordinary world, and barring unforeseen circumstances, they will lead lives of peace and tranquility.

"These don’t count for much."

Cui Zhongcheng smiled faintly and said, "A long time ago, I knew you would become an extraordinary person... Any businessman considering ’investment cost-effectiveness’ wouldn’t miss investing in you."

Gu Shen also teased, "Mr. Xiao Cui comparing himself to a businessman, isn’t that a bit inappropriate?"

"Being a businessman isn’t a shameful identity."

Cui Zhongcheng said calmly, "I am originally the steward of Huazhi, required to produce results every year, and investing in you is the most successful ’business’ I’ve done over the years."

Gu Shen heard this and smiled knowingly.

Cui Zhongcheng seemed reluctant to acknowledge his affection.

However, Cui Zhongcheng is indeed such a person.

From the very first meeting, Gu Shen sensed the uniqueness of Mr. Xiao Cui. Back when the Zhao Family was in control, during Zhao Xilai’s demise, there was a lot of internal struggle within the group.

Zhao Qi attempted to wield authority as an only son to secure "Huazhi’s inheritance rights."

However, due to Cui Zhongcheng’s strong defense, Zhao Qi’s plan failed.

Many years have passed, yet Cui Zhongcheng seems unchanged, time hardly affecting him, as he is a perfect human without any emotional "flaws."

Cui Zhongcheng might smile, perhaps even cry.

But in Gu Shen’s perception, these emotions seem to be just surface-level.

Mr. Xiao Cui has never truly expressed joy, sadness, or anger.

A person not drained by emotions won’t change.

The three entered the Frost Iron Mountain Disaster Zone.

"I will record [Frost Iron Mountain Disaster Zone] in the Grand Judge’s casebook."

Gu Shen spoke calmly, "There are traces of a Forbidden presence acting within this disaster zone... but I’m not at liberty to speak about who it is."

"Forbidden presence?"

Cui Zhongcheng’s tone remained unchanged as he said blandly, "Don’t worry, I’m not interested in things I shouldn’t know."

Regarding the Frost Iron Mountain case, it’s actually easy to write.

Gu Shen is now the East Province Grand Judge!

With his identity, discovering major disaster realms or dangerous events is not unexpected, and he doesn’t need to explain to outsiders how "Frost Iron Mountain" was discovered.

Calling Cui Zhongcheng over was merely a formality.

"There are a large number of Life Chambers here."

Gu Shen brought Cui Zhongcheng to the bronze hall and said slowly, "What I need Huazhi to do now is... move these chambers to the group’s underground."

Rumble.

The solemn giant hall opened.

Cui Zhongcheng silently observed the incredibly breathtaking spectacle before him.

At this moment, the Netherworld Fire inside Frost Iron Mountain had already been dealt with by Gu Shen.

This wisp of Netherworld Fire was given to Mu Wanqiu by Gu Shen, who did not hesitate and directly took action to consume it completely.

The Netherworld Fire dissipated.