Chapter 782 - 375: The Bold Plan

Su Jiameng isn’t someone led by emotion; perhaps one could say that in her, rationality always prevails over impulse.

Even if she has impulsive moments in certain aspects, those impulses are strictly controlled. She wouldn’t abandon an army gradually gaining stability and a war that could erupt at any moment just for one comrade’s life. It’s not that a comrade’s life doesn’t weigh heavily, nor that she doesn’t want to save them, but her identity and stance dictate that she won’t act this way.

Perhaps in some passionate youth dramas, her actions would paint her as a heartless antagonist, unloving and irresponsible towards her subordinates, a target for secret ridicule. But isn’t Lu Anchen her subordinate as well? Why wouldn’t others think so?

She can’t let fleeting impulses lead her to do something irresponsible to the majority, which naturally leads to disappointing a small portion of people. Of course, Lu Anchen holds a different significance to her, and she will rescue him, but not now.

"Human woman, are you going to agree to come and negotiate with me or not? I’ve heard there’s a saying among humans: better to have one more friend than one more enemy when out in the world. While I may be seen as evil by your people, it’s still possible to form an alliance in special circumstances."

Su Jiameng frowned. Though the other party explained his intent and provided seemingly sufficient reasons, the man’s proposal of a partnership felt as ridiculous as a group of mice living peacefully with a hungry cat.

Moreover, even if they were to join forces, the initiative shouldn’t be in that man’s hands. To Su Jiameng, whether they were the bandits of the Maxiwa Delta or the Divine Hidden Clan, they were adversaries to be crushed, only at different times.

Playing with her fingers, she calmly said, "Do you think I’m someone who arrogantly considers myself the best in the world, brainless and impulsive? You mentioned before that I could choose the location? Then how about we set it at the military headquarters? Come alone!"

Su Jiameng didn’t mention Lu Anchen; if it were as this man said, and his sister took a liking to An Chen, her daring to mention it would be a blatant move to provoke him, worsening Lu Anchen’s situation.

The Shelier Clan is known for their straightforward and aggressive nature, and at the same time, they respect strength. There are only two ways to rescue Lu Anchen: either beat them into submission with absolute power or kill them all.

If it weren’t for the Divine Hidden Clan’s involvement, Su Jiameng herself would prefer the latter option, uprooting the problem would mean peace and less trouble.

But with the Divine Hidden Clan’s factor, she still needs the Shelier Clan’s sensing ability to locate the hidden Divine Hidden members. Otherwise, if they surprise attack, the damage would be unimaginable, possibly costing the entire army.

The man grinned and said, "Collaboration requires mutual trust, human woman, your demand is excessive. However... if you are indeed as excellent as someone said, I might reluctantly comply."

Su Jiameng slightly frowned as she heard him continue, "By cooperating with me, you can conquer the Maxiwa Delta in the shortest time. If you oppose me, no matter how strong your capabilities, I have ways to drag the war out for over ten years..."

"Is that a threat?" Her dark eyes glinted with suppressed icy murder intent, almost as though they could penetrate the opposing party through the virtual screen.

"Whether it’s a threat or cooperation, it doesn’t affect our negotiation." The other shrugged and looked somewhat perplexed at her, "I don’t understand why you refuse to believe in cooperation. There’s clearly nothing to lose..."

"Because you offer nothing worthy of trust, especially after capturing my subordinate." Su Jiameng furrowed her brow, pondering that if what this guy said were true, it would require a significant revision of their previous battle plan.

Moreover, considering the current circumstances, she doesn’t need this cooperation temporarily. Playing the hero infiltrating enemy lines is something only found in dramatic shows, something she’s not interested in.

If she went, and the other party released just a few pictures, claiming the military leader is corrupt or has ties with the Maxiwa Delta, even if it’s clearly false, the consequences would be severe and disastrous.