Even within Lorren itself, some officials were secretly colluding with the Death Church.
However, this was not collusion at the official state level of Lorren.
After receiving this intelligence, the Life Church held frequent meetings, but this time was different from before.
They didn't plan to immediately launch a fiery purge.
Instead, they grew quiet, acting as if nothing had happened.
Lu Cang had little interest in whatever the Church was plotting internally.
...
「December 31st.」
"I can't believe the month of Death and Destruction passed just like that."
'What a peaceful month it's been.'
Ruijia had been severely weakened, but it would take Lorren more than a day or two to swallow such a large piece of meat.
Rather than conquering them through direct warfare, Lorren preferred a slow, internal dissolution.
They would poach Ruijia's talent with high offers, allowing them to win without bloodshed while simultaneously strengthening themselves...
