Step aside, let me take charge!.

Summary

A group of skilled martial artists joined the Central Continent branch of the Kang Kingdom, enhancing its military power and allowing Shen Tang, the Overlord, to expand her influence significantly. Zhai Le grew suspicious of Shen Tang's claims about the Kang Kingdom's resources, prompting her to investigate how quickly Shen Tang amassed such a formidable force. The investigation revealed Shen Tang's unconventional recruitment methods, which involved offering cowhide trousers instead of extravagant promises, leading to many martial artists joining her cause. Despite her growing power, the victims of her conquests remained skeptical of her intentions and the stability of her faction. At a banquet celebrating a minor victory, Shen Tang's ambitious plans to conquer the central lands were met with skepticism from the guests, who questioned the feasibility of her goals without the support of powerful clans. Shen Tang provocatively referenced Huang Chao, stirring tension among the attendees. After the feast, Shen Tang reflected on a recent setback in battle, acknowledging the cunning of her opponents while maintaining confidence in her own strategies and future ambitions.

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