Jiang Kai realized that he had still underestimated the Dongfang family.
He never expected that the Dongfang family would actually dig up all of his information, turning it upside down!
Some questions were things even Jiang Kai himself could not clearly explain.
How did big brother bring them back? What exactly was the connection between his Heavenly Punishment profession and the Fire Tribulation Pearl... On top of that, Liu Qi had put so many points of doubt together that Jiang Kai simply could not explain them clearly at all.
Most crucially, because the military had stepped in, others, out of trust in the military, had now subconsciously accepted Liu Qi's assumptions.
"Jiang Kai, do you have some other backer or something?" Liu Qi looked at Jiang Kai with a half-smile that was not quite a smile.
Jiang Kai frowned tightly and stared straight at Liu Qi.
"I rely on myself!"
"Rely on yourself? Hahahaha!" Liu Qi burst out laughing. "There are plenty of people in this world who rely on themselves, but what's the result? Most people like you don't even have the qualifications to enter Ghost Star!"
"Fine, let's assume what you said is true. Then explain this, what is the relationship between the Fire Tribulation Pearl and you!"
"I..." Jiang Kai clenched his teeth. There was no way he could tell these people that he had changed professions into a Heavenly Punishment profession!
At this moment, several more military officers walked into the venue.
"Jiang Kai, was your conflict with Xuanwu something you did on purpose? We all know Xuanwu made huge contributions to China in opening up Ghost Star, and that it is inseparable from military merit. You brought Xuanwu down. Did you have ulterior motives!"
"Jiang Kai, all three divine relics were discovered in unknown regions. You had just entered the unknown regions, so what right did you have to discover those relics? Was it the bizarre alliance or the fanatics behind you that gave you information, so you could establish a positive image in the minds of the people?"
"And also, you possess a large amount of Blood Essence Stones and Heavenly Crystal Stones. What does that have to do with this mining disaster!"
Before the earlier questions could even be resolved, they threw out one question after another, pressing down on Jiang Kai until he could hardly fend them off!
"You refuse to join the military. Is it because you don't want to go kill the Beast God? And you still say you're not a fanatic!"
"Jiang Kai, your big brother disappeared after entering Ghost Star. Was he engaged in some kind of shady activity!"
"Both your parents are dead. Who exactly has been teaching you! Your big brother, your younger sister, are you all in on this together!"
Facing the accusations from all sides, Jiang Kai's head felt like it was about to split.
These people's questions were not baseless. Some of their words ruthlessly stabbed at his heart, and some of their guesses even made Jiang Kai himself start to doubt!
"Speak! Are you a traitor or not!"
Just as Jiang Kai was being pointed at by everyone, a loud voice overwhelmed all the others at the scene!
"He is not!" Wei Ying stood up and let out an angry roar at everyone present!
After saying that, he stood up and walked to Jiang Kai's side.
"Old Wei... I..." Jiang Kai's voice was slightly choked. "I can't explain it clearly!"
Wei Ying came to Jiang Kai's side. Looking at the Jiang Kai who stood alone with no one to rely on, Wei Ying smiled faintly and tightly wrapped one arm around Jiang Kai's shoulder.
This child had always been bearing responsibilities far beyond his own duties all by himself.
No one understood him. No support, no encouragement, no way out!
Even Jiang Kai, who had never lost a battle, needed someone like a father to support him at this moment!
"Kai, don't be afraid. I'm here." Wei Ying looked at Jiang Kai with pain in his eyes, revealing a kind and encouraging smile.
Liu Qi narrowed his eyes slightly and coldly looked at the person in front of him. The brim of this person's hat was pulled down very low. He only felt the person looked familiar, but he could not see his face clearly. "I don't care who you are. You need to understand that if you stand on Jiang Kai's side right now, then you are also under suspicion!"
Wei Ying did not bother with Liu Qi at all. He turned to look at the audience, then took off his hat.
Many people in the audience had never seen Wei Ying before and were curious about who he was.
"My name is Wei Ying. Three-star War God of China's War God Hall, major general of China, and the person in charge of the military in Jiangzhong City." Wei Ying said in a booming voice. "Saying it like this, some people still might not recognize me. The Chinese military once gave me a title. I believe many of you should have heard of it."
"My title is... the Eagle Who Protects the Nation."
When the four words "Eagle Who Protects the Nation" were spoken, the audience immediately erupted.
"The Eagle Who Protects the Nation? He's the Eagle Who Protects the Nation! Even War Gods above three stars may not have a title. Only those who have made outstanding contributions to China can receive such an honor!"
"It's said that without the Eagle Who Protects the Nation, the number of centralized cities in China would be at least six fewer than it is now!"
"Didn't he retire to the second line because of serious injuries?"
Hua Tianchen glanced at Luo Ping and smiled slightly. "Old Wei never mentions this title of his in front of others. Looks like Old Wei really likes this kid Jiang Kai from the bottom of his heart."
Luo Ping nodded. "Isn't that so. He actually avoids people bringing up his title, since it easily stirs up some old memories. I didn't expect that this time, for Jiang Kai's sake, he would bring it up himself."
Although Liu Qi was a lieutenant general, in front of the four words "Eagle Who Protects the Nation," his arrogance also dropped.
"Old Wei, it's you! Why didn't you say so earlier!"
Wei Ying snorted coldly, continued to ignore Liu Qi, and said to the people below the stage, "Jiang Kai comes from District Eighteen. No one understands him better than I do."
"You say his parents are both dead, that he has no background, and that it's impossible for him to reach his current level of strength. Then let me ask you this instead. If his parents are dead and he has no backing, doesn't that better show Jiang Kai's perseverance? How did it instead become the reason you doubt him?!"
"There are some things I can't help Jiang Kai explain. Since that's the case... then we won't explain them."
Hearing this, Dong Hong nodded to himself quietly. "Mm, that really is Old Wei's style. After so many years, I thought he had become mature and steady. Didn't expect him to relapse into his old habits today."
Hua Tianchen said softly, "I'm guessing the next part is the guarantee."
"Definitely. That's Old Wei's style."
In the arena, Wei Ying said in a loud voice, "I may not be able to explain it clearly, but I believe in Jiang Kai!"
Liu Qi had been snubbed several times, and his attitude was no longer as forceful as before. He said coldly, "Wei Ying, what good is your belief? Can you produce evidence!"
"Then can you produce evidence?" Wei Ying shot back immediately.
Liu Qi was left momentarily stunned by Wei Ying's words and could only say, "At present, there are too many suspicious points on him. We have reason to suspect him."
"I dare to use my reputation, my identity as a Chinese major general, and my status as a War God of the War God Hall to vouch for Jiang Kai. Do you dare!" Wei Ying said without any courtesy.
Jiang Kai looked at Wei Ying in shock.
In fact, there were still some things he was keeping from Old Wei. Yet Old Wei did not hesitate at all and used the most precious things he had to vouch for him!
In the past, Old Wei had visited him three times in hopes of recruiting him, only to be rejected by Jiang Kai. Even so, he had still helped Jiang Kai a great deal.
This time, when Jiang Kai was isolated and helpless, Old Wei stepped forward without hesitation. From the bottom of his heart, Jiang Kai was deeply moved by this elder's sincerity!
Wei Ying looked straight at Liu Qi. "General Liu, today I guarantee, in the name of the Eagle Who Protects the Nation and in my capacity as a general, that Jiang Kai is absolutely not a traitor!"
"I'll put it plainly here as well. If one day you find real, solid evidence, then my title, my rank, and my position can all be abolished!"
"Do you still have questions?"
Liu Qi stared hard at Wei Ying. Wei Ying had already said things to this extent. If Liu Qi could not produce evidence and relied only on speculation, he no longer had any persuasive power!
"This... Wei Ying, you'll regret this!" With that, Liu Qi was about to leave with his people.
"Little Liu, wait a moment!" Someone from the audience suddenly spoke up.
Hearing that voice, Liu Qi froze.
At his level, there were only a handful of people in all of China who could call him Little Liu!
And the voice of the person who spoke was one he was extremely familiar with!
He hurriedly looked toward where the voice came from, only to see a burly man stand up from the first row of the west-side spectator seats.
As he stood up, he even shook off some nut crumbs from his body...
"Marshal Dong!" Liu Qi looked at the newcomer in shock.
"Well then, Little Liu, you said earlier that the military was investigating Jiang Kai. How come I don't know anything about that?" Dong Hong said as he walked onto the field. "Come, tell me. Who told you to investigate him?"
Jiang Kai was completely dumbfounded.
These old guys had been nowhere to be seen before, but now they all suddenly popped out one by one?!
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