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Chapter 1138: Breaking the Knot with a Blade
Chapter 1138: Breaking the Knot with a Blade
The Tawatinyia Delegation was attacked en route, and both sides were convinced that the Daxun Delegation was behind it.
This was because they had come specifically to confront the Daxun Delegation, and it was quite reasonable for the latter to attack them. Even if that wasn't the case, they would still pin the blame on the Daxun Delegation.
On the day of the incident, the Tawatinyia community spontaneously organized a protest, and some people directly stormed into the Eastern Continent Descendants Zone. According to the previous agreement, the Eastern Continent Descendants Zone requested the intervention of the City Guard. Once the City Guard arrived, they showed no mercy, killing many of the Tawatinyia rioters who had entered the Eastern Continent Descendants Zone.
This situation, after being exaggerated and distorted, was finally portrayed as a massacre, a massacre of Tawatinyia immigrants by Eastern Continent immigrants.
Amidst the growing public sentiment, this incident drew the attention of Tawatinyia-background fighters worldwide.
The Tawatinyia Delegation also came forward, publicly stating that they would take a strong stance on this matter, opposing the Daxun side until justice was served.
The Daxun Delegation quickly denied the allegations and demanded that the Tawatinyia Delegation provide concrete evidence, otherwise it would be considered malicious defamation. Moreover, the Daxun side emphasized that to protect the national reputation, they might take more aggressive countermeasures.
Gui Zihan immediately sent a challenge letter to the Tawatinyia fighter. This move seemed to escalate the conflict and might be seen as irrational and overly simplistic in other places, but in Vail Asia Central City, such actions were highly esteemed.
In their view, all rules and principles were maintained through violence, and the outcome of a duel between fighters determined which side had the stronger force, making it an efficient means to resolve disputes.
After Gui Zihan's challenge letter was delivered, the Tawatinyia fighter, of course, could not refuse. However, he proposed bringing a witness from his country and simultaneously sought aid from home and sympathy and support from the international community.
Anyone with a clear eye could see that this was a delaying tactic, but it was undeniably effective. At least many Tawatinyia fighters active in the Federation responded, and the Tawatinyia region urgently convened a meeting to plan the dispatch of a capable and respected fighter to Vail Asia Central City to handle the matter.
The day after the incident, a train pulled into the station outside Vail Asia Central City.
As the train doors opened, the Daxun Delegation members waiting there immediately greeted the arrivals. Amid the salutes of the guards on both sides, Chen Chuan stepped out of the train.
"Director!"
The delegation members, seeing him, raised their hands in salute, and everyone's spirits were visibly lifted. The events of the past few days had been fast-paced and complex. Although they were not afraid, many decisions were made with some hesitation. Now that Chen Chuan had returned, they felt they had a leader to rely on.
Chen Chuan glanced at everyone and said, "I know what happened. We'll discuss it back at the base."
"Yes, sir!"
Almost simultaneously, the news of his return reached the Tawatinyia Delegation.
Protests and denunciations of the Daxun Delegation were still ongoing in the Tawatinyia community, but his return put pressure on the delegation, and some activities had to be toned down.
After all, he was a Secret Chamber Fighter, and since arriving in the Federation, he had demonstrated impressive combat achievements. Their previous actions were largely due to Gui Zihan's lack of sufficient deterrence.
After returning to the delegation headquarters, Chen Chuan first assessed the current situation. After some thought, the best course of action, in his view, was to find the actual attackers.
He had already received updates from the delegation and some intelligence from the covert department, suggesting that the local resistance organization might be behind the attack.
However, the current situation was the culmination of long-standing tensions between the two immigrant communities, which had escalated to a matter of national pride.
So, even if the real culprits were found, it wouldn't be useful, as the other side could easily claim that these were scapegoats they had found.
With the emotions of both sides reaching a boiling point, a confrontation seemed inevitable.
If this was what the resistance organization wanted, what exactly were they after?
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment. With the current lack of clues, he couldn't draw a conclusion, but regardless, he needed to handle the immediate situation first. After some consideration, he contacted Len.
When the call was connected, he straightforwardly expressed his stance.
"Mr. Cafd, what is your opinion on the conflict between our delegation and the Tawatinyia Delegation? Does the Central City administration have a solution?"
Lien smiled and said, "Mr. Chen, Vail Asia is a paradise for fighters. If both sides are willing to resolve their conflicts through traditional Vail Asian means, we are very welcoming of that approach."
"Of course, we will also maintain basic order. This is the foundation of Central City's existence, and we will neither disrupt it nor allow others to do so."
Chen Chuan understood his meaning. They were not opposing this confrontation and were, in fact, very supportive of it. After the outcome, they would fully support the victor and would not allow the loser to cause any trouble.
Of course, this only represented Vail Asia's stance. They wouldn't interfere with the public opinion and trends that might arise in the Federation and around the world.
But even so, it was enough.
He said, "As a friendly delegation, I will respect your traditions and the rules you have set."
Lien smiled, "Thank you for your understanding, Mr. Chen."
After Chen Chuan ended the call, the information collectors below immediately tapped a boundary panel, and a light screen descended, displaying the profiles and videos of several individuals.
"Director, we have received word that after Director Gui issued the challenge, several Tawatinyia-born fighters have expressed their willingness to participate in this confrontation."
Chen Chuan glanced at the screen. There were about seven or eight fighters, more than he had expected. It seemed that Tawatinyia had quite a few talents.
However, most of these people had been absorbed by the Federation and other countries, with few remaining in their homeland.
He scanned the list and noticed only one person who stood out: an old man with silver hair and a vertical scar on his face, his expression firm and resolute.
Dahyel Rosade.
This was a highly respected veteran Secret Chamber Fighter who currently served as a security advisor in the Federation's West Coast government.
This man had been active in this land since the old era and had participated in the establishment of the Federation. If not for his firm refusal to change his nationality, there would likely be a statue of him on Pioneer Avenue.
It was no exaggeration to say that half of Tawatinyia's reputation was built on his shoulders.
He had sent telegrams to both delegations a little over an hour ago, stating that he would ensure the fairness of the challenge and, if necessary, would step in himself.
Chen Chuan raised an eyebrow. A little over an hour ago, that would have been around the time he got off the train.
So, this message was essentially directed at him, informing him that this person would step in if necessary.
He nodded slightly, thinking that a seasoned fighter like this should have something to offer. If he really came, he hoped it would bring him some surprises.
He said, "Send a telegram to this gentleman, informing him that I look forward to his arrival. Follow his example and send a copy to the Tawatinyia delegation."
Everyone present held their breath. With fighters speaking like this, a confrontation was inevitable.
The telegraph operator saluted and immediately went to send the message.
Many of the fighters in the room exchanged glances, all seeing the excitement in each other's eyes. It seemed they would have another chance to see the Director in action.
Gui Zihan, standing in the crowd, also showed a long-awaited look of anticipation. He hadn't understood much of the previous battles, but now that his strength had improved, he wondered if he would see more this time.
After arranging some matters, Chen Chuan dismissed everyone and kept Gui Zihan behind to gather more information.
Meanwhile, as the situation was heating up on both sides, three armored transports were driving into Vail Asia Central City. The vehicles were marked with the emblem of a double-ear vase, a symbol known to those familiar with Vail Asian affairs as the emblem of the Ancient Museum.
Those who knew the museum's affairs would recognize that this marked the arrival of important ancient artifacts.
The armed guards at the museum's entrance were surprised, as they had not received any prior notice of this delivery.
Everything in the museum had a documented history, and some of the more precious items required ritual bindings, so the arrival of these items, either very ordinary or extremely important, had been kept secret.
Upon inspection, all the documents were found to be in order, and the security supervisor instructed to let them through, so the gates were opened.
The two large doors slowly opened, and the armored vehicles drove in, passing through an internal corridor to the warehouse area, under the watchful eyes of armed guards and modified organisms. A man in gloves carried a box off the vehicle, flanked by two guards with external implants.
The man handed a name card to the inspector, who verified it and saluted, then instructed to open the independent warehouse door, allowing the man to carry the box inside.
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