Back to the Apocalypse

Chapter 76

Xiao Sa expressionlessly looked at Chen Haoyang. The person who had called out in dissatisfaction was someone that Chen Haoyang had chosen to save. He also had the highest rank out of everyone who was still alive.

Chen Haoyang was anxious and hurriedly stood out. Compared to the words of strangers, his words would carry more weight. "This is State Councillor Bai's son, and this is Major General Xiao Sa. They came over this time in order to take over the army, but they didn't expect to face a rebellion. Liu Chaohui had improper intentions and has already been executed. Everyone should pay close attention. Major General Xiao Sa will be our immediate superior from now on."

"Salute—" Chen Chaohui spoke energetically even as cold sweat welled up and dripped in his heart. Heavens knew how much courage he needed in order to come up with his previous statement.

If you're reading this, this translation is stolen. Please support our translators at chrysanthemumgarden.com

"How come I never received this news? What kind of proof do you have? Something happened to Colonel Yan as soon as they arrived. Who knows if this is all some plot?" Jin Dacheng's words were harsh, and the people who looked to him for orders were all instantly on guard.

Chen Haoyang's expression was dark. He quickly gave Jin Dacheng a look and secretly cursed this person for failing to live up to his expectations. Wasn't he usually pretty good? But he just had to choose today to trip him up. Xiao Sa and Bai Jing were not easy opponents at all.

After noticing Chen Haoyang's look, Jin Dacheng's expression changed, and his attitude became more righteous. He angrily accused Chen Haoyang, "Chen Haoyang, it appears that you are on their side. Liu Chaohui is now dead and has no way to prove anything. Even if it costs me my life, I, Jin Dacheng, will make sure no stones are left unturned during this investigation. Colonel Yan must not die in vain."

Listening to his tone of voice, those who didn't know better would definitely think that he was extremely loyal to Yan Liang.

Chen Haoyang was choked by his words. He really wanted to slap Jin Dacheng's face. Things had already come to this point, what was there not to understand? The leaders of the army were dead, and the only people who had the authority to speak were Jin Dacheng and himself as they were now the highest ranking officers in the army. When faced with the temptation of power, it was fine if someone had never had a taste, but now that it was only a step away, nobody would be able to resist it. If he had not seen Xiao Sa's group's ability himself, perhaps he would also have given it a try.

He could only regret that he had originally wanted to leave himself another escape route and had purposely pointed out a few more people to leave alive. He had not expected that they would then be responsible for destroying his own way out. He spoke coldly, "Adjutant Jin should be careful when speaking. Colonel Yan's matter occurred during the assassination attempt on Young Master Bai. We have an alibi, but there is no way to explain why you arrived so late. Where did you go?"

Jin Dacheng was infuriated, and he let loose a torrent of abuse. "Chen Haoyang, you're just throwing around malicious accusations. My staff can all testify that I was resting in my room at the time and came out because of the ruckus. I never expected that strangers would have arrived at the army and that everyone was at each other's throats. What kind of intentions are you harbouring?"

If you're reading this, this translation is stolen. Please support our translators at chrysanthemumgarden.com

Chen Haoyang sneered. Now that things had come to this, he also did not need to be merciful. "It seems you also know how to throw accusations around. Colonel Yan personally welcomed Young Master Bai, and I was ordered to accompany him. Jin Dacheng, what are you trying to insinuate? Do you think that just because Colonel Yan died, you can take over his position? Don't forget your background. Now that the world is in chaos, respect will go to anyone who can allow us to live on. Everyone is clear about your capabilities. Don't try to do a job that you are incapable of doing. Everyone's lives are not here for you to play around with."