Walker Of The Worlds Chapter 2571 Finding Evidence Of Foul Play

Chapter 2571  Finding Evidence Of Foul Play

Lin Mu's time spent immersed in the memories had lasted far longer than he would have expected.

It couldn't be helped, as the perception of time within his mind was highly skewed. He simply couldn't estimate how much time was pa.s.sing outside while he was here. Though he did know that time was considerably slower outside compared to within his consciousness.

After all, he was within his own mind, where several limitations of time did not apply.

There were a vast number of memories to sort through, and even if Lin Mu was done with the most informative ones, he still wouldn't know them by heart. It would take a long time for him to truly a.s.similate them within himself. This was a preventive measure to ensure that his own ego was not influenced by the memories of others. While this did slow the process of a.s.similation, it was far better than risking the loss of his sense of self.

Toward the end of his exploration, Lin Mu also looked through the memories of Yao Changying to find any critical information that the Empire might need to save their people. After all, remnants of the Black Ying Empire would still be alive, and there were others who had collaborated with them without fully falling under their influence. The Empire also had strong suspicions that Yao Changying's "rebellion" had been supported by external forces. The only question was where this support had originated.

Their initial guess was that Yao Changying had used her influence in the Flouris.h.i.+ng Flower Sword Sect to secure resources and backing. But Lin Mu didn't think it would be that obvious.

After all, such a straightforward approach left many avenues for discovery, especially since Yao Changying did not hold total power in the sect. Even as the Daughter of the Sect Patriarch and the heir, she couldn't act without restraint.

If Lin Mu had learned anything about cultivation sects, it was that they often had intricate politics, much like the secular world.

As such, there was frequent opposition to those in power, including the Sect Patriarch. Members of the opposition would seize any opportunity to highlight flaws in the leaders.h.i.+p or discredit those affiliated with it. Any overreach by Yao Changying would have drawn attention, as her political rivals would have had a vested interest in seeing her fall.

However, no such exposure occurred, which suggested the involvement of an external force.

Additionally, the Flouris.h.i.+ng Flower Sword Sect had aided the Rust Sky World after being warned, even sending reinforcements. This further complicated the picture.

Lin Mu's diligence eventually bore fruit, as he uncovered particularly incriminating information.

"The Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation… This sounds familiar," Lin Mu muttered, probing deeper into the memories.

He soon learned that the Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation had played a significant role in supporting Yao Changying. They had provided her with substantial funding in exchange for exclusive trade deals. According to these agreements, once Yao Changying gained full control of the Rust Sky World, the Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation would receive exclusive trade rights, effectively monopolizing commerce in the region and cutting out any other merchant organizations.

This arrangement was designed to establish a permanent monopoly, allowing the Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation to reap profits thousands of times greater than their initial investment in supporting Yao Changying.

Furthermore, Yao Changying had gone to great lengths to conceal their involvement from others she worked with. This ensured that no leaks or interference would disrupt their plans.

"To think they were involved this deeply," Lin Mu mused. "The Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation collaborates with most of the major powers in the Rust Sky World and supplies a significant amount of materials to them."

Even prominent organizations like the Black Candle Pavilion and the Serene Gla.s.s Valley had traded with the a.s.sociation. Lin Mu uncovered numerous deals and records from Yao Changying's memories. He also learned the locations of these transactions, providing him with substantial evidence to present to the Empire.

"The Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation would have gotten away with this if I hadn't obtained Yao Changying's memories," Lin Mu thought.

The leaders.h.i.+p of the Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation had been clever enough to cover their tracks. Yao Changying, desperate for any support or sponsors.h.i.+p, had likely agreed to their terms without much thought for the consequences.

After all, her ultimate goal wasn't the takeover of the Rust Sky World but her ascension to the Celestial Realm. She had no genuine concern for who profited from her actions in the long run.

The Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation, however, had misinterpreted her desperation as hunger for power.

In a way, both parties had exploited each other. Yet, one side had managed to emerge relatively unscathed.

"Looks like the Crown Prince and the others will have more work to deal with," Lin Mu remarked as he finally finished examining the memories.

"Time to wake up…" he muttered, willing his consciousness to s.h.i.+ft.

SHUA

Lin Mu's consciousness flickered and disappeared as his body twitched in the real world.

"UGH!" Lin Mu groaned as he felt the stiffness in his body. "Why's my mouth so dry, and my throat hurts?"

It had been a long time since Lin Mu had experienced such discomfort. These were ailments typically a.s.sociated with mortals, and Lin Mu, at his cultivation level, was far beyond such trivialities. Immortals at his level could endure years of inactivity without any physical repercussions.

"Wait, how long has it actually been?" Lin Mu wondered, quickly checking the time.

Moments later, he realized with shock that half a year had pa.s.sed.

"I was unconscious for that long?" Lin Mu exclaimed. He had never expected his deep dive into the memories to consume so much time.

As Lin Mu adjusted to the revelation, he reflected on the implications of the information he had uncovered.

The involvement of the Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation presented a significant challenge. Their widespread influence meant that dismantling their operations would require a coordinated effort from multiple powers within the Rust Sky World.

Lin Mu's evidence, however, was d.a.m.ning. It provided not only the names of individuals involved but also detailed records of transactions and agreements. This was more than enough to initiate action against the a.s.sociation.

"I'll need to present this information carefully," Lin Mu thought. "The Crown Prince and the others must act decisively, but they'll also need to tread cautiously. The Green Leaf Merchant a.s.sociation won't go down without a fight."