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Chapter 205 If this fails, our cooperation will end here

Zhang Chulan nodded gently, his gaze firm. He and Li Qiankun exchanged a glance. Needless to say, each understood the other's resolve. They would observe in secret, seeking a way to dispel this strange puppetry and free the villagers of Lujia Village.

The night was as dark as ink, and Lü Liang stood at the village entrance, looking utterly lonely. He gazed at the distant mountains, a mixture of emotions welling up in his heart. Would the villagers, under such control, reveal their weaknesses? This question weighed heavily on his heart, making it difficult for him to breathe. He knew that controlling the villagers was not a long-term solution, but at this precarious moment, for the sake of the village's future, he had to make this difficult decision.

"The villagers...will they..." Lü Liang muttered to himself, a glint of worry in his eyes. He knew every detail was crucial; the slightest oversight could plunge the village into irretrievable ruin. But he also understood that this was a gamble with no way out; he had to give it his all.

The moment that would determine the village's survival had arrived. Lü Liang took a deep breath, turned, and strode toward the ancestral hall. There, he had agreed to meet with the elders, and it was also a haven for him to seek spiritual comfort.

Inside the ancestral hall, candlelight flickered as Lü Liang sat across from a kindly-looking, white-haired elder. The elder's eyes were filled with doubt and unease, as if he had sensed the coming storm. Lü Liang, however, tried to remain calm, using a firm gaze to soothe the elder's anxiety.

"Senior, don't worry. This is all for the village," Lü Liang said softly, a hint of helplessness and determination in his voice. He knew his actions were morally untenable, but for the future of the village, he was willing to bear the sin.

The old man was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "Lu Liang, do you really think this is right? Controlling the villagers and making them lose themselves, is this really what you want?" His voice was filled with deep worry and confusion, as if he wanted to find the answer from Lu Liang's eyes.

Lu Liang's heart ached. He understood the elder's concerns and doubts were not unfounded. But at this critical moment, he couldn't retreat or waver. He took a deep breath and said firmly, "Senior, I have no choice. For the future of the village, I must do this." His eyes gleamed with determination, as if swallowing up all hesitation and struggle.

Meanwhile, in the shadows, Zhang Chulan and Li Qiankun were quietly observing all this. They overheard the conversation between Lü Liang and the elder, and an indescribable emotion welled up in their hearts. Li Qiankun whispered, "It seems the villagers have been completely controlled." His voice was filled with a hint of anger and helplessness.

Zhang Chulan nodded in agreement, his eyes gleaming with anger. He knew they had to find a way to dispel the puppetry quickly, or else Lujia Village would never see peace. He clenched his fists tightly, as if concentrating all his anger and determination in this moment.

Lü Liang resolutely left the ancestral hall, leaving behind only the words, "I'm doing this for your own good," before turning and walking away. His departure was so resolute, as if he were shouldering all the pain and responsibility on his own shoulders. He looked back at the village, his eyes filled with a complex mix of emotions. It was a deep attachment and reluctance to leave the village, but also a worry and anticipation for the future.

After Lü Liang left, the core members of Lüjia Village seemed to be trapped within the village, cut off from the outside world. They lost contact with the outside world, their freedom, and their hope. The entire village seemed enveloped in an invisible cage, leaving people feeling oppressed and suffocated.

Zhang Chulan stood at the village entrance, his brow furrowed, his eyes filled with wariness. He was wary and uneasy about the village, feeling something was amiss. He looked around, trying to discern any clues, but everything seemed calm and normal, as if nothing had happened.

"Chu Lan, have you found anything?" Zhuge Qing came over and asked seriously. He was Zhang Chu Lan's good friend and companion, and also one of the participants in this operation.

Zhang Chulan shook his head and said, "No, but I just feel like something is wrong here." There was a hint of doubt and uneasiness in his voice, as if he had already sensed the impending crisis.

At this moment, Zhang Lingyu and Wang Ye also gathered around. They were Zhang Chulan's other two companions and a vital force in this operation. The four of them began to work separately, conducting a comprehensive investigation of the village, focusing on livestock, villagers, and historical records. They hoped to find the key to dismantling the puppetry and freeing the villagers.

Li Qiankun approached Elder Lu, hoping to extract some useful clues from him. He asked directly, "Elder Lu, do you know if there's anything wrong with this village?" His voice was filled with a hint of urgency and anticipation, as if he couldn't wait to find the answer.

However, Elder Lu's eyes were somewhat uncertain. He shook his head and said, "No, everything is normal here." There was a hint of trembling and uneasiness in his voice, as if he had already sensed Li Qiankun's suspicion.

Li Qiankun sensed something was amiss and stared intently into Elder Lu's eyes, trying to find the answer. However, Elder Lu suddenly became agitated, "No! I'm not hiding anything from you!" His voice was filled with anger and despair, as if he had been driven to despair.

Li Qiankun's heart sank. He realized that Elder Lu had been controlled by some force. This force not only controlled the villagers' bodies, but also eroded their minds and wills. He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself, then slowly said, "Elder Lu, don't be nervous. We simply want to find a way to remove the puppetry and free the villagers."

However, Elder Lu seemed to have lost his mind and continued to deny excitedly: "No! You don't understand! This is for the good of the village! This is for our future!" There was a hint of madness and paranoia in his voice, as if he had fallen into some kind of situation from which he could not extricate himself.

At this moment, Lü Liang, observing from the shadows, curled his lips into a sneer. He was confident that he could control the situation, everything under his control. He watched Li Qiankun and the others busy at work, his heart filled with disdain and mockery. He felt like a chess master, with Li Qiankun and the others merely pawns on his board.

"This village is so strange. We seem to be blinded by something." Zhang Chulan's voice echoed in the silent air, carrying a hint of inexplicable oppression. His eyes flickered with doubt and uneasiness, as if troubled by an invisible force.

Zhuge Qing frowned and agreed, "Yeah, we seem to be going around in circles and can't find a breakthrough. Every inch of land and every house here seem to be repeating the same scene, making it difficult to tell the direction." His voice was full of confusion and helplessness. Obviously, he also felt the weirdness of this village.

Zhang Lingyu and Wang Ye chose to remain silent. Their gaze wandered through every corner of the village, trying to find a clue from the seemingly ordinary yet eerie scenery. However, their efforts seemed to have received no due reward, and the mystery of the village still shrouded them tightly.

At this moment, Li Qiankun suddenly spoke: "I think we may have overlooked some important clues. This village may not be as simple as it seems on the surface." His voice was steady and powerful, like a clear stream, breaking through the fog in everyone's hearts.

Over the next few days, Li Qiankun and his team began to wander the village, trying to extract some clues from the villagers. However, whether they were white-haired elders or innocent children, hardworking villagers or leisurely livestock, their stories were remarkably consistent, as if controlled by some mysterious force.

"Brother, this village... isn't right." Zhang Lingyu's fellow apprentice frowned, his voice filled with confusion and fear. He looked around, and those seemingly peaceful villagers, in his eyes, seemed like soulless puppets, being manipulated by an invisible force.

Li Qiankun sighed and nodded: "Yes, I felt it too. The people in this village seem to be controlled by some force. No matter how we ask, we can't get any useful information." There was a firm light in his eyes. Obviously, he didn't intend to give up.

As night fell, Li Qiankun and his companions gathered around the campfire, their faces filled with exhaustion and helplessness. After a night of careful consideration, Li Qiankun finally made a decision: "We can't just give up, but we can't stay here forever either. We must leave this village and lure out the mastermind behind this."

His voice was calm and resolute, like an invisible force that rekindled hope in everyone's hearts. However, his decision had mixed reactions. Some expressed confusion, while others expressed concern for their safety after leaving.

"Then...what should we do?" Zhang Lingyu's junior brother's voice trembled slightly. He had never encountered such a dilemma before. However, under Li Qiankun's firm gaze, he finally chose to believe.

"We can't stay here forever." Li Qiankun's voice rang out again, his tone filled with unquestionable determination. "We need to leave and lure out the mastermind behind this. Only then can we uncover the truth and save these controlled villagers."

In the end, although everyone was filled with confusion and anxiety, they still chose to follow Li Qiankun. They packed their bags, quietly left Lujia Village, and embarked on the journey back home.

At the village entrance, Lü Liang stood quietly, a smug smile on his face. Watching Li Qiankun and the others depart, his heart filled with satisfaction and pride. His plan had finally succeeded.

He looked back at the village. The villagers he had manipulated stood there lifeless, like puppets. Their eyes were empty and numb, as if they had lost their souls. Lu Liang nodded with satisfaction, his heart filled with anticipation. He knew that as long as Li Qiankun and the others left, he could continue his conspiracy and manipulate these villagers to his will.

Meanwhile, in the distant Biyou Village, Xiaohong was sitting quietly by the window, holding a secret letter in her hand. Her eyes gleamed with a cunning light, as if she had already seen the future victory.

"Li Qiankun and his companions have left Lujia Village and are probably on their way back." Xiaohong's voice was clear and pleasant as she reported Li Qiankun's whereabouts to the Queen and the others. Her tone was filled with confidence and complacency, as if she had already taken control of the situation.

However, the queen just sneered: "Do you think we haven't thought about it? We have sent people to intercept them." Her voice was cold and firm, like a cold current, instantly extinguishing the fire of pride in Xiaohong's heart.

Xiaohong was stunned, then smiled awkwardly: "So you have already made arrangements. It seems I was worrying too much." There was a hint of embarrassment and loss in her voice. Obviously, she did not expect the Queen to react so quickly.

The queen looked at Qu Yin, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes. She asked, "Do you remember our agreement?" Her voice was filled with authority and anticipation, as if she was waiting for Qu Yin's response.

Qu Yin nodded silently, his eyes gleaming with determination. He replied calmly, "I remember. I'll do as agreed." His voice was plain, but filled with unquestionable determination.

The Queen nodded in satisfaction, her eyes gleaming with admiration and anticipation. However, her words stirred ripples in Qu Yin's heart once again: "If this doesn't succeed, then our cooperation ends here." Her voice was cold and resolute, as if issuing a final ultimatum to Qu Yin.