I am the Zombie King of the Apocalyptic World
Chapter 1134 - 1130: Massive Population

Chapter 1134: Chapter 1130: Massive Population

With Xu Haishui’s voice, the banquet fell into a brief silence, only to be eased by Miao Luo’s hearty laughter.

Xu Haishui’s words had already made it clear he didn’t want to hear any more of the nonsense Miao Luo was spouting.

Miao Luo’s smile gradually disappeared, turning serious. He took a sip of his drink, then set the cup back down on the table.

Following Miao Luo’s action, the faces of the Dongsheng Co-governance members who had come with him all showed a shock, devoid of their prior jesting.

Miao Luo leaned on the table, his face slightly reddened by the aroma of alcohol, as he looked at Xu Haishui. It was unclear how much Xu Haishui had drunk; it seemed alcohol had no effect on him. He appeared the same as he had before he arrived.

"Vice President Xu, you’re the second-in-command of the United District. Besides Li Henian, you’re a man above millions. So, you should be aware of the mercenary guild in your United District, right?" Miao Luo asked Xu Haishui, tilting his head.

Xu’s eyebrows furrowed slightly. Of course, he knew about the mercenary guild; however, from Miao Luo’s words, it seemed he was referring to the former mercenary guild of the United District, which now was entirely affiliated with the Peace Party, with all interests aligned with the Peace Party.

But what did what Miao Luo said about the former mercenary guild have to do with his purpose in seeking out the Peace Party?

"Of course, I know." Xu Haishui nodded.

"Then, Vice President, you must also know about the chairman of the former mercenary guild of the United District, Nangong Ming, right?"

"I do."

"You understand who Nangong Ming is, don’t you?"

"I understand, the former head of one of the four major Chinese families."

"Since you know, then I’m relieved," Miao Luo nodded and continued: "Among the four major families, the Nangong Family has continued to this day from seven hundred years ago, rising after the fall of the Song Dynasty, until before the Apocalypse, with profound heritage, the paragon of all high society in China, with absolute control over it. Even after the Apocalypse, their power and influence could not be underestimated. Now, aside from the Four Kings of China, the remaining forces are the two powers of Cloud Gorge Base. Oh, I’m wrong, there’s also the City of Bright Moon, but that’s also incorrect. Currently, the City of Bright Moon doesn’t have the ability to confront two super forces head-on. However, if they withstand the restriction by Judgment and Hidden Dragon, the City of Bright Moon should become the third super power."

"What are you talking about?" Xu Haishui asked, puzzled.

Miao Luo quickly waved his hand and said, "Sorry, I got a bit confused."

Xu Haishui glanced at the wine cup in front of Miao Luo. Indeed, he had drunk quite a bit while talking.

However, the information that came out of Miao Luo’s mouth had given Xu Haishui some insights. This Su Sigui’s City of Bright Moon seemed to have already established a firm foothold in Cloud Gorge Base. But why did she insist on developing in that area? Wouldn’t it be the same elsewhere?

After apologizing to Xu Haishui, Miao Luo continued: "Nangong Ming, as the former head of the Nangong Family, could carry weight; he was the greatest. In a family like the Nangong’s, that place great importance on family rituals, is very rigid, you know, like those upper-class families in feudal society. Even after the Apocalypse, they haven’t changed this stubborn habit. At Hidden Dragon, the Nangong Family has significant influence. The Peace Party killing Nangong Ming is considered a disregard for the Nangong Family from any aspect!"

"So, your Peace Party has now made enemies with Hidden Dragon. The current head of the Nangong Family, Nangong Yang, is a man who always seeks revenge. There were pressing matters before, and Hidden Dragon couldn’t spare the effort, but now, Hidden Dragon has become idle. They have grasped a knife and are reaching out for the Peace Party!"

"As for Dongsheng Co-governance, we’re neighbors to the United District, not far apart. For Hidden Dragon, they are only separated from your Peace Party by us at Dongsheng Co-governance, and Dongsheng Co-governance is the most crucial strategic pivot point."

"And then?"

"Therefore, the first target of Hidden Dragon is Dongsheng Co-governance. Just two days ago, I received information sent out from Cloud Gorge Base. The content included annexing Dongsheng Co-governance into Cloud Gorge Base, establishing trade routes and various other measures to strengthen the connection between Dongsheng Co-governance and Cloud Gorge Base."

Miao Luo reached this point, and Xu Haishui understood. Cloud Gorge Base wanted to turn Dongsheng Co-governance into one of its areas. By then, nowhere would stand in the way of Hidden Dragon’s campaign against the United District. But the rulers of Dongsheng Co-governance were not willing to accept this: once Dongsheng Co-governance became part of Cloud Gorge Base, their power would dissipate.

Perhaps with Miao Luo’s strength, he could carve out a niche for himself in Cloud Gorge Base, but what could compare to the freedom of ruling in his own domain? There’s no way the tycoons of Cloud Gorge Base would allow Miao Luo, an outsider, to manage within their territory.

There were many reasons for this, the main one being that members of the two super forces within Cloud Gorge Base all belonged to the four major families or were their clients. An outsider entering without any background would only end up crushed to pieces!

Even if Miao Luo was willing to become a client of one of the four major families, it would feel restrictive on someone else’s turf, without the freedom he would have on his own.

Moreover, Dongsheng Co-governance was Miao Luo’s life’s work. The reason Cloud Gorge Base wanted to include Dongsheng Co-governance within their region was to deal with the United District!

After dealing with the United District, what then would become of Dongsheng Co-governance?

People have a tendency: the easier something is acquired, the less they cherish it. After all, it is the labor of others. No matter how much hardship is endured during the process, it’s someone else’s concern. Only the fruits of one’s labor are truly valued when obtained, because only then does one understand the difficulty involved, and so they cherish it.

"So you’re saying you’re just afraid of losing your power and don’t want to be incorporated into Cloud Gorge Base’s territory. That’s why you’ve come to us. But we in the Peace Party aren’t saintly either. If Cloud Gorge Base wants to do this, aren’t you afraid we’ll use the same methods?" Xu Haishui inquired.

Miao Luo shook his head and said to Xu Haishui, "Vice President, do you know how many people live in Cloud Gorge Base?"

Xu Haishui thought about it. Their communication system was not connected to other forces, and he was not very familiar with Cloud Gorge Base. He could only shake his head.

"Sixteen million. That’s the population living in Cloud Gorge Base."

"Sixteen million? That many?" Xu Haishui was taken aback. The United District was already feeling crowded accommodating only slightly more than five million. What would it even mean to have a population of over sixteen million in Cloud Gorge Base?

"Yes, and it’s still increasing. People from all over the world keep streaming into Cloud Gorge Base."