Chapter 292: Making a Choice
Chapter 292: Making a Choice
"It's nothing."
Jiang Cheng smiled and reassured, "Even if there is something, I'll handle it."
Upon hearing this, Aunt Chen hesitated, wanting to speak but stopping herself.
She was almost certain that something major had happened; otherwise, it wouldn't be so sudden.
But she also understood that even if there was an issue, she and the others wouldn't be of much help. Not causing trouble would be good enough.
The old woman remained worried and kept asking questions.
Jiang Cheng didn't say much but continued to reassure her.
After all, if he chose to join the Black Market, it was one thing, but moving to the outer district might take just over half an hour.
If he chose to join the Resistance Army, it wouldn't be a matter of half an hour; it might take several days, or even over ten days, just traveling.
After dinner, Jiang Cheng once again instructed the three of them to pack up quickly. He then went into his room, took out his private phone, hesitated for a moment, and dialed the Resistance Army's number.
The phone rang for nearly half a minute before someone picked up, and a deep male voice sounded.
"Is that you? Why are you calling me so late? What's the matter?"
"I've reached the Fifth Rank." Jiang Cheng replied.
"What?"
The man's tone was filled with surprise.
"You've reached the Fifth Rank? When did this happen?"
"Just these past few days."
"Impossible!"
The man's voice rose in excitement, "How long has it been since your last call? It's only been two months, and you've advanced from the Third Rank to the Fifth Rank?"
He let out a cold laugh, "You must be joking, right?"
"I said that to join you, I must complete a task. The task requires a Fifth Rank, and I wouldn't joke about something like this."
Jiang Cheng spoke earnestly.
He also knew that advancing from the Third Rank to the Fifth Rank in just two months was astonishing feat, not something an ordinary person could achieve.
But at this moment, displaying his talent would draw more attention from the other party, which would be beneficial for what was to come.
"You do have a point."
The man fell silent for a moment and then said, "I hope you're telling the truth. Otherwise, when carrying out the task, things might get complicated."
"So, what's the task?" Jiang Cheng asked hurriedly.
"Are you a member of the Dawn Society?"
The man suddenly asked an unrelated question.
"Yes."
"Then that's fine."
The man's lips curled up, "The task I'm giving you is simple. Destroy any one of the Dawn Society's outposts in the outer district. These outposts usually have Fifth and Sixth Rank Primordial Energy Warriors guarding them, along with Third, Fourth, Second, and First Rank warriors. Most of the tasks you've been receiving come from these outposts and are sent to your headquarters."
Jiang Cheng's pupils constricted.
He had considered this possibility.
But hearing these words from the man's mouth was a different matter.
"To be frank, a task like this poses a significant risk to a Fifth Rank Primordial Energy Warrior, let alone whether you're truly at the Fifth Rank or not." The man snorted coldly.
Jiang Cheng wasn't concerned about this; instead, he asked, "Are there no other task options?"
"Can't you do it?"
The man scoffed.
"A little."
Jiang Cheng nodded, "I want to leave the Dawn Society because their ideals don't align with mine, and not everyone inside is bad. Some might be unaware and are just being used by them."
"What if I insist you do it?"
The man asked.
"..."
Jiang Cheng fell silent.
"To prove your sincerity, you must complete this task.
The man's voice conveyed a sense of determination.
"If you don't do this, how can I be sure you're not a spy sent by the Dawn Society to infiltrate us? Those people in the Inner City can't wait to get their hands on us and flay us alive. Humph, the Dawn Society is just a dog kept by the people inside, and as a dog, it naturally stands with its master."
"Not only must you do this, but you must also do it in your capacity as a member of the Dawn Society. Only when you completely sever ties with them and fight to the death will I believe that you truly want to join us."
Upon hearing the man's words, even Jiang Cheng had to admit in his heart that what he said made sense.
As for breaking ties with the Dawn Society...
It was only a matter of time.
No one could leave the Dawn Society alive.
If they did, they would undoubtedly face endless pursuit.
"If I do as you say, does that mean I've earned your trust and can bring my family to join you?"
"In theory, yes."
The man didn't hold back, saying directly, "However, in practice, you'll need to go through an observation period. Only after we confirm that there are no issues with you will we truly accept you."
"Will my family and I be escorted to your base?" Jiang Cheng asked the question that concerned him the most.
"Well..."
The man hesitated, "Someone will take you there, but their strength isn't much higher than yours."
"So, there's a possibility of danger during the journey?"
"That's unavoidable."
The man replied, "Although we've chosen a relatively safe route from the outskirts to the base entrance, it will take at least seven days, and possibly up to half a month. Even with a Grandmaster accompanying you, casualties are inevitable, just like when you encountered Old Qin."
"At that time, you didn't leave with him, but many ordinary people did. After half a month, less than half of those who set out made it to the base."
Hearing this, Jiang Cheng felt a chill down his spine.
Even a Grandmaster couldn't guarantee safety, let alone him.
Perhaps with good luck, a few of them could arrive safely.
But if there was any danger...
"The reason I'm telling you this is because we're different from those in the Dawn Society. We won't hide anything from you. If you want to join us, you're welcome, and if not, we won't force you."
The man spoke with a calm tone.
"Can a Grandmaster escort us?"
Jiang Cheng asked.
"With your identity, it's impossible."
"I understand."
Jiang Cheng, having received his answer, let out a bitter laugh.
In his heart, he didn't dare to expect much.
And indeed, this was proven to be true.
"It seems you've made your choice."
"Mhm."
Jiang Cheng nodded.
Even if he completed the task, there was no guarantee for his family's safety.
In that case, why bother?
"Alright, then take care. I've added your number to my blacklist, so don't call me again."
With that, the man hung up the phone.
To him, Jiang Cheng was a dispensable existence.
If not for Old Qin's sake, he wouldn't have contacted him in the first place.
Jiang Cheng put down his phone, and his eyes first showed a look of bewilderment, which then turned into determination.
So, he would join the Black Market.
As a neutral force, he might be able to develop for a long time, especially in terms of mental power.
Even if they were to become enemies with the Dawn Society in the future, he wouldn't be afraid.
(End of Chapter)
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