When Chen Xiong finally spoke, everyone turned to look at him, no longer daring to run their mouths in front of the Martial Alliance Leader. When a person of his stature remained silent, you could pretend they weren't there. But once they spoke, you had to weigh every word.
"If both sides cannot reach a mutually satisfactory negotiation, why not declare a temporary ceasefire and reconvene tomorrow?"
Chen Xiong couldn't just stand by and watch the Huang and Wang families descend into a bloodbath. It wasn't just about the loss of life; the economic damage would also be significant. Thus, he decided to employ a delaying tactic.
"No need."
To Chen Xiong's surprise, both Xu Ke and Huang Sheng voiced their opposition.
"Why?" Chen Xiong asked. These two are obviously just going to argue until morning, he thought. What is there left to negotiate?
"I have an idea, I just haven't mentioned it yet," Xu Ke answered first.
Everyone was startled.
