Conquest of Taboo and Debauchery

Chapter 131: 131: True Growth

Zhang Yide, who had watched Ye Lingtian grow up, immediately understood from Ye Lingtian's final actions and gaze that he wanted him to assist Ye Fei in carrying on the legacy of the Ye family.

Zhang Yide, who had never married, always treated Ye Lingtian and his older brother Ye Lingyun as his own sons. As for Ye Fei, being the only male heir of the third generation of the Ye family, Zhang Yide loved him like a grandson. However, due to Ye Fei's frail health, Zhang Yide had never thought of him as a future leader of the family.

Now, seeing the heavy responsibility of the Ye family about to fall on this eighteen-year-old boy, Zhang Yide felt deep concern. He gently touched Ye Fei's head and said, "Child, the dead cannot be brought back. Don't drown in your grief. You must stay strong."

Ye Fei stood up, wiped his tears, and nodded at Zhang Yide. "Grandpa Zhang, don't worry. I will stay strong. This is the first time I've cried since I was a child, but I swear it will be the last.

I won't let anything like this happen again, and the Ye family will thrive even more under my care!" His voice was calm yet filled with unwavering confidence, so much so that even the battle-hardened men standing behind Zhang Yide felt a deep respect for him.

Zhang Yide looked at Ye Fei in disbelief. He hadn't expected such strength and resolve from someone he had always thought of as weak. Then his eyes shifted to the lifeless body of Ye Yu, noting the purple marks on his neck—evidence that he had been strangled to death.

Having witnessed Ye Yu's combat skills earlier, Zhang Yide understood that Ye Lingtian, though skilled, did not have the strength to overpower him. The only explanation was that Ye Fei, who had been considered physically weak for years, had developed an astonishing level of power.

Zhang Yide felt a mix of surprise and joy. The stronger Ye Fei became, the more secure the future of the Ye family and Lingyun Society (Gakuza Gang) would be. This was the outcome that Zhang Yide, who had dedicated his entire life to the Ye family, most wanted to see.

Indeed, Ye Fei had changed. The events of the day revealed that he had not been decisive enough in the past, always thinking that his wit and strength would be enough to manage everything. But life, as he had learned, was unpredictable. Even the strongest person couldn't foresee everything. From now on, he realized, he needed to eliminate any threat to his family or himself before it could take root.

This incident marked Ye Fei's true coming of age. It instilled in him the mentality of a true leader, someone who would take bold action to protect those he loved. This moment was the first step in his path toward greatness, one that would make him unstoppable.

Having made up his mind, Ye Fei thought back to the plan he had previously hesitated over. Now, there was no more reluctance. With determination, he asked in a steady voice, "Grandpa Zhang, how many people supported Ye Yu in this rebellion?"

Zhang Yide's expression turned slightly embarrassed as he replied, "Since Ye Yu was very good at making money, many people in the organization followed him. About a third of the members were with him, but they're all under control now.

Xiaoman… no, I mean Master, how do you want to handle them?" Zhang Yide had called Ye Fei "Master" to show respect, helping him establish authority among the gang members. Ye Fei may have only recently taken charge, but it was essential for him to command respect.

Ye Fei didn't dwell on the title and continued in an even tone, "How many people, specifically?"

"There are over 300 core members, and nearly 5,000 peripheral members under their control," Zhang Yide replied without hesitation.

Ye Fei couldn't help but be impressed. He had known that the Ye family was powerful, but until now, he hadn't realized that Lingyun Society had almost 20,000 members in total. Despite his surprise, he maintained his composure and asked, "Grandpa Zhang, what do you think we should do with them?"

Zhang Yide gave his opinion directly. "I think the peripheral members should be reassigned to other core leaders, but for the core members loyal to Ye Yu..." He paused, then made a slicing motion across his throat. "They need to be dealt with permanently."

Ye Fei nodded and said, "You can handle the peripheral members as you see fit, Grandpa Zhang. As for the core members, leave them to me."

Zhang Yide hesitated, fearing that Ye Fei wasn't being harsh enough in his judgment. He wanted to intervene but, given that this was Ye Fei's first major decision as leader, he didn't want to openly challenge him. Reluctantly, he nodded, planning to talk with Ye Fei privately later.

Sensing Zhang Yide's concern, Ye Fei smiled reassuringly and said, "Don't worry, Grandpa Zhang. I know those core members can't be allowed to remain, but I have a different use for them."

In the past, when Ye Fei had spare time, he used his hacking skills to access confidential information. One of the things he had come across was an unsettling discovery from a nation—a technology that could wipe out a person's memories and implant new ones, turning them into a loyal servant.

This technology had only been used on ordinary people, but Ye Fei saw its potential. He could combine it with strength-enhancing device of his own design to create a group of elite warriors loyal only to him.

He had initially hesitated to start this project due to a lack of suitable candidates, but now, with over 300 rebellious core members at his disposal, he knew he had the perfect subjects for his plan. This would not only ensure the safety of his family but also make him invincible against any future threats.

Earlier, when he fought Ye Yu, he realized that although Ye Yu was no match for him, his skills were comparable to Wu Shiying's. Yet, Ye Yu had acted alone, without protection from his backers, showing just how powerful the hidden figure behind him must be. This realization further solidified Ye Fei's determination to build an unstoppable force, one that even this unknown adversary would fear.

With a calm but determined expression, Ye Fei turned to Zhang Yide and said, "I will take care of those core members personally. Rest assured, they won't pose a threat to us anymore."

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