Li Hao quickly went on the initiative and said, “We don’t need to spend further effort on the issue of traitors. The Ninth Division leader shall continue to recover. Time is of the essence and we cannot delay any further. Trouble is even greater now that something’s gone awry with Wu Peng!0

“I have an idea—if Wu Peng is in cahoots with the Zhengs, then I might make unexpected gains if I pretend to be Wu Peng. Can everyone tell me more details about Wu Peng, such as his life and network of connections…” The young man wrapped up the topic of Wu Peng’s death with a few words. The Eighth Division leader wanted to discuss it further, but didn’t know how to raise the topic.0

When he saw that Li Hao still held the commander’s armor, Yang Wei wanted to ask for it back. But he was swiftly dissuaded of that notion when the young man said that he wanted to pose as Wu Peng and deceive the enemy.0

The young man had use for that suit of armor!0

“And to make the act more realistic, I’m wondering if I should temporarily take over Wu Peng’s position as commander of the reserve defenders? According to wartime regulations, I have the right to do so if the two guardians and various division leaders agree!”2

“……” A quiet hush stole over the scene....0