After breakfast, having bid farewell to Ye Xiaolei, Qian Shanxue, and Ali, Shen Qiang headed straight to Heshenghe Group. From Qian Shanxue's perspective, the recent massacre at Doushi Temple was a major victory, but for Shen Qiang, the situation was fraught with danger.

Originally, the Cultivation World thought Heshenghe was confronting Doushi Temple because of the murderous rampage.

Subsequently, the four wicked neighbors perceived an opportunity and forcibly invaded.

This matter was already complex, and during the investigation of the Doushi Temple massacre, Shen Qiang discovered that not only did Hidden Sword Villa and Wang Lizhi seem to be colluding, but more importantly, shadows of the Dragon Group's Demon Safety Taming Department were emerging behind the invasion.

Making the current situation very unfavorable.

Heshenghe has over three hundred demons.

But Doushi Temple has over three hundred monks.

In a one-on-one direct confrontation, Shen Qiang could win easily.

But if Hidden Sword Villa, Qingyun Sword Pavilion, Carefree Valley, and Baihua Palace all get involved.

Unless Shen Qiang resorts to using Plague Source recklessly, the defeat of Heshenghe is certain.

Because the sects among the four wicked neighbors and the Doushi Temple also have masters above Dao Fruit Stage.

In this scenario, Heshenghe's only super experts Ji Wei and Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon have no advantage at all.

Now, Shi Shengyi, the abbot of Doushi Temple, faces judgment.

Despite his grave crimes, he holds high prestige and is highly respected within Doushi Temple.

If someone stirs the monks of Doushi Temple against Heshenghe, the four wicked neighbors will surely join the fight, leading to an uncontrollable situation.

So, as the leader of Heshenghe, Shen Qiang must be steady at this moment.

Because even if Heshenghe bloodied Doushi Temple, it would only solidify the narrative that demons are unreliable, making Heshenghe's position in the Cultivation World even harder.

Thus, the top priority now is undoubtedly stabilizing relations with Doushi Temple and the four wicked neighbors while helping Qian Shanxue achieve the rank of Supreme General.

Qian Shanxue is a person who values loyalty, and if Shen Qiang assists her in becoming a general, she surely won't abandon Heshenghe in times of trouble.

By then, Doushi Temple's emotional turmoil will have passed.

Only then, Shen Qiang, with no threat to the rear, can appropriately deal with these four wicked neighbors.

Arriving at the office.

Bianyi was in a meeting.

Standing outside the meeting room, Shen Qiang listened for a while. The discussion involved mundane business matters of Heshenghe, unrelated to the Cultivation World.

Not only that.

Despite appearing somewhat capricious, Bianyi was prudent in the meeting, his business demands surprisingly aligned with Shen Qiang's strategy of maintaining stability.

This pleased Shen Qiang greatly.

Unlike the many renowned sects with centuries of history, which emerged stronger after enduring trials and tribulations.

Heshenghe, although seemingly powerful now, still has a long way to go to become truly formidable.

Despite the unwillingness to admit it, Heshenghe currently resembles a motley crew.

The many demons were previously unfamiliar with teamwork.

Now, everything has only a rough framework.

Specific to each demon, their skills and suitability for tasks are mostly self-described.

Thus, confronting cultivators in battle would result in a humiliating defeat.

If the banner of the King of Demons falls.

Shen Qiang's plan to quickly gather substantial cultivation power would crumble.

Therefore, pursuing stability is currently the most beneficial strategy for Heshenghe.

Integrating forces, allocating them wisely; once accomplished, Heshenghe can be truly strong.

"Inform Bianyi to come to my office after the meeting," Shen Qiang instructed Bianyi's secretary before heading straight to his office.

Arriving at the doorway, Shen Qiang spotted the alluring and voluptuous Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon Ke Bizhu sitting in the assistant's area outside his office, smiling at him. Her mature, captivating appearance matched her composed demeanor, indeed as intriguing as the Sleeping Fire Lotus itself.

Approaching her, Shen Qiang smiled and said, "In my impression, when the boss appears, isn't the secretary supposed to pretend to be busy?"

Ke Bizhu laughed, her eyes curving, and said, "For an ordinary boss, yes, but you're different. You're the King of Demons, and I see no reason to pretend to be diligent before you. Less work is always delightful, and if I can slack off, it's even better."

Shen Qiang laughed at her words, "I'll dock your bonus."

"Only after finishing all my tasks do I slack off," Ke Bizhu smiled at Shen Qiang, "So if you deduct my bonus, I'd be very unhappy."

Shen Qiang nodded with a smile, "Good, you're more candid than I expected. May I ask you a question? You're obviously a Sleeping Fire Lotus, why call yourself Ke Bizhu?"

The Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon smiled intriguingly, "The Sleeping Fire Lotus blooms only seven days a year, its true glory lasts but a moment, which is why I admire bamboo; it remains evergreen all year."

Shen Qiang chuckled, "What about Ji Wei? You seem to know each other."

The Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon Ke Bizhu smiled, then said with amusement, "That's a second question. If you have the time, I could schedule many meetings for you."

Understanding her subtle refusal, Shen Qiang laughed, "No meetings. I'm busy. Pour me some tea if you can."

Saying that.

Shen Qiang entered his office and sat at his desk, where the Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon prepared a large cup of green tea with hot water, then gracefully left. Her full, rounded hips swayed elegantly beneath a black knit pencil skirt, her slender legs on thin heels ever so straight.

"She is a demon!"

Shen Qiang reminded himself, muttering inwardly.

With Bianyi yet to arrive, Shen Qiang, a bit bored, picked up his phone and logged onto the Dragon Group's website. Glancing at the Major General selection area, Shen Qiang was stunned.

Because at that moment, second-place Wenren Meiqiao was not only online, but Qian Shanxue also was.

Moreover, they were clearly arguing.

Right below the selection results page, the top comment was from Wenren Meiqiao.

Wenren Meiqiao: "Qian Shanxue, I always thought you were a righteous person, and even after losing to you many times, I continued to respect you. But now, I see you've fallen; solving the Doushi Temple massacre is beyond your intelligence, Shen Qiang must have helped you. How is that not cheating?"

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