Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls Chapter 672 - 335: The Old Master’s Mission, Future Crisis 3

A sense of calm washed over him, making him feel somewhat relieved, and a faint smile touched his lips:

"That's excellent. Then you must be wondering why, besides Kong Huaao, I also wish to groom another subordinate? And this subordinate is an Outer Realm Captain, someone who does not hail from this world."

Hearing Mr. Kong's words, Fang Yu felt a swell of bewilderment within him.

This was a question that had crossed his mind before.

Why had Mr. Kong taken an interest in him and decided to nurture his growth?

Setting aside the matter of potential,.

When Mr. Kong first took notice of him, he was merely a captain of a cargo ship-class vessel.

A captain of such a low rank, regardless of their potential, would absolutely not catch the attention of someone at Mr. Kong's stature. Had it not been for Kong Huaao, his name would likely have never reached Mr. Kong's ears.

Consequently, Fang Yu was deeply perplexed. At this precise moment, he genuinely displayed an expression of curiosity, stating: "Mr. Kong, to be frank, this is a matter that has long occupied my thoughts."

Upon hearing Fang Yu's admission, Mr. Kong let out a helpless chuckle. He then tilted his head back, gazing at the ceiling as he softly mused:

"While I am alive, I can still serve as a deterrent, preventing the President stationed far away on the Central Continent from extending his influence to the South Island Continent."

"However, once I am gone, that certainty wavers."

Fang Yu was taken aback by Mr. Kong's declaration.

He understood that the moment had arrived for Mr. Kong to reveal certain internal affairs of the Duorong Federation and his future strategies concerning Kong Huaao. Therefore, he held his breath, listening intently.

"Kong should have already informed you about the cultural disparities among the three continents within the Duorong Federation, correct?"

Fang Yu offered a nod in affirmation.

"Ah..."

Mr. Kong emitted a slight sigh and stated in a low tone, "Any conflict can be resolved, but cultural differences are exceedingly difficult to eradicate."

"In the days to come..."

Mr. Kong paused, then fixed his gaze upon Fang Yu with a look laden with significance. He continued in a hushed voice:

"The Duorong Federation is destined to dissolve, and that time is drawing nearer than you might imagine!"

Fang Yu was stunned by Mr. Kong's pronouncement. A sudden spark of realization illuminated his mind, and he involuntarily whispered in astonishment:

"Mr. Kong, are you implying... that the South Island Continent... will declare its independence as a sovereign nation?"

"And that you, Mr. Kong..."

Fang Yu hesitated, leaving the latter part of his question unspoken, but Mr. Kong offered a knowing smile:

"There is no need for pretense. As you have surmised, I am grooming Kong to assume the mantle of Sovereign!"

The mention of the word "Sovereign" caused Fang Yu to draw in a sharp breath, his heart pounding with shock.

Mr. Kong was actually being prepared to become the Sovereign?!

Considering Mr. Kong's long-standing influence and operations on the South Island Continent, combined with his military renown and the implementation of a fair and equitable governance policy across the region,

The military, the commercial sector, and the general populace had all been swayed to his side.

This endeavor – to establish independence and support Mr. Kong's chosen successor to the position of Sovereign – was indeed not a challenging aspiration to fulfill...

Fang Yu took another deep breath, feeling an overwhelming sense of shock from this unfolding revelation.

"However, in order to achieve statehood and break free from the dominion of the Central Continent, the current South Island Continent must first overcome three significant trials."

Mr. Kong let out a soft sigh and continued his narration slowly.

"Three trials?"

"Indeed!"

Mr. Kong's eyes clouded with a distant look as he spoke in a low, resonant voice:

"The most immediate threat is the impending war crisis with the Lanyun Sea Country."

"The more distant peril lies in the ever-present threat of control emanating from the Central Continent."

"As for the final challenge..."

Mr. Kong's gaze gradually shifted to rest upon Fang Yu.

He regarded Fang Yu with a profound look before softly articulating:

"It will be the crisis posed by the Outer Realm Captain..."