<h4>Chapter 1272: Chapter 1580: Regaining Command (Part 2)</h4>


    "Master." Wang Hao contemted for a moment and said, "Capture the leader first to catch the thief. How about... we directly take out the leader? Tong Zhentian has a high reputation in the Martial Arts world, with extensive connections, not inferior to you, Master. Once he’s gone, who would dare to lead a rebellion against our Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion?"


    Pausing briefly, Wang Hao continued, "And also Ling Chen, keeping him around is always a disaster, he must be eliminated along with Tong Zhentian."


    "No way!" As soon as Wang Hao finished speaking, Su Mei opposed, "Is killing all you can think of? Can’t youe up with anything else?"


    "Pavilion Master, I..."


    Before Wang Hao could speak, he was interrupted by Su He, who said, "Wang Hao’s proposal is good, but Tong Zhentian is not easy to deal with. Given the first attempt, they will surely strengthen their defenses. So, for now, we cannot take action against them. Wang Hao, go investigate clearly which other Martial Arts figures besides the Dragon Tiger Hall n to do harm to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, and give me a list."


    "Understood." After speaking, Wang Hao stood up and quickly walked out of the main hall.


    "Grandfather, what are you nning?"


    Su He said evasively, "You cannot handle this matter. Leave it to me instead."


    "No way!" Su Mei’s attitude was firm, "Grandfather, I am still the Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. No matter what you intend, I should be informed." At this point, Su Mei seemed to have thought of something, turning the conversation, she asked, "And one more thing, why have you never told me about the existence of the Skyhawk Pavilion?"


    Upon hearing these words, a sharp gleam shed in Su He’s eyes, and he said in a deep voice, "What Skyhawk Pavilion?"


    "Grandfather, at this point you still want to keep secrets from me? Yes! Neither you nor my parents have told me about the existence of the Skyhawk Pavilion. However, the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion stores so much data, including numerous records about the Skyhawk Pavilion. Every past Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion has the right to know about the existence of the Skyhawk Pavilion and has absolute control over it, why is there nothing for me?"


    "Correct!" Su He nodded, "The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion does indeed have a mysterious organization. However, since you were too young at that time and not mature enough, your father and I decided not to inform you about the Skyhawk Pavilion, intending to wait until you have gradually matured before handing the Skyhawk Pavilion over to you for management. Nheless, in the years you’ve held the reins of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, I have observed you closely from the shadows and believe you are still not qualified to manage the Skyhawk Pavilion, hence why I haven’t handed it over to you."


    "So, all these years, the Skyhawk Pavilion has been under your control?"


    Su He spoke earnestly, "You must understand that everything has two sides. In this world, ck and white coexist. The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion represents ’white’, while the Skyhawk Pavilion represents ’ck’. I have withheld information about the Skyhawk Pavilion because I do not want you to be too entangled in the bloodshed."


    "In the years I’ve led the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, there have been numerous massacres in the Martial Arts world. Upon careful investigation, without exception, those who perished had grievances with our Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, and some openly resisted the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. I suspect, this must have been the work of the Skyhawk Pavilion."


    "As I mentioned, you don’t need to concern yourself excessively with these matters. Simply do your own duties well."


    "No way. Grandfather, if it were before, you could do as you wish. But now that I am the Pavilion Master, everything should follow my vision. Within three days, I hope you hand over control of the Skyhawk Pavilion to me."


    "What are you nning?"


    "Nothing, I just want to save the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion from repeating its mistakes. Grandfather, have you considered the consequences if the Skyhawk Pavilion’s activities were exposed? At that point, the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion would be the target of everyone’s attacks."


    Seeing the determination in Su Mei’s eyes, Su He sighed gently, shaking his head, "Child, your thinking is still too naive. Perhaps cing the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion into your hands was a mistake. Come!"


    With that, two men with cold expressions instantly appeared at the door.


    "Escort the Pavilion Master back to her room. From today onwards, no one is to allow the Pavilion Master to take a step out of her chambers without my permission, nor receive anyone. Understand?"


    "Yes!"


    Su Mei’s expression changed, taken aback, "Grandfather, are you... are you going to confine me?"


    "It’s for your own good." With that, Su He gestured, signaling the two men to forcibly escort Su Mei away. Though Su Mei tried to struggle, she was overpowered by the men who grabbed her arms and dragged her out of the hall.


    "If there is nothing else, I shall take my leave." Du Kang, swaying the emptied wine gourd, stood up from his seat.


    "Do you think I’m wrong?" Su He questioned Du Kang, "Special times necessitate special measures. Su Mei cannot handle it; I must take action myself. The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion has been handed down for hundreds of years; I cannot let it be destroyed in Su Mei’s hands."


    "You have your reasons, but Su Mei’s words also make sense. Consider this: how many lives have been lost due to the Skyhawk Pavilion’s actions over the years? The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion is already at the center of a storm. Your authoritarian measures may have an effect, but while strengthening the Pavilion’s position, aren’t you also pushing it towards the edge of a cliff? Everything has two sides; you only see the good, but not the bad."


    Pausing for a moment, Du Kang continued, "The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion needs unity to ovee adversity together. Su Mei is the current Pavilion Master. By imprisoning her, what will others think? You should think carefully about it."


    "Will you support me then?"


    Du Kang halted, and after a few seconds of silence, slowly replied, "I will do my duties."


    As Du Kang left, Su He found himself alone in the expansive hall, lost in thought. After a while, Su He tapped lightly on the table, prompting a figure to appear behind him.


    "Notify the Skyhawk Pavilion to prepare for battle; the targets this time may be numerous."


    "Understood." The figure hesitated briefly and asked, "I heard Ling Chen didn’t die?"


    "Correct, I saw him appear before me. A renowned master of the Heavenly List, I hadn’t expected you to fail."


    "Impossible! I clearly pierced his vital spot. Even if he had nine lives, he couldn’t survive unless..."


    "Alright." Su He impatiently waved his hand, interrupting the other, "There’s no need to discuss this further, as it doesn’t greatly impact us. For now, you’re relieved of the responsibility for Su Mei’s safety; focus instead on handling the affairs of the Skyhawk Pavilion—avoid any more mistakes."


    "Understood." The figure responded, instantly disappearing behind Su He.