Chapter 243 How Long Can He Hold Out
This time, apart from Carlos, there was no one else. It was a private conversation between Ethan and him, with even Clarence staying outside to chat with Sarah and the others.
"Carlos, are you asking about the Walker family?" Ethan was clear about his intentions and got straight to the point after sitting down.
"You are smart. I do want to know why Remington is helping you. From what I know of him, he's a man of strong principles. He wouldn't abandon his military principles and get involved in local disputes just because you saved his life!" Carlos voiced his doubts.
Ethan knew he couldn't avoid this question and smiled wryly. "It's nothing much, really. I made a deal with the military, and Remington acted as an intermediary. That's all."
"A deal? Can you tell me what kind of deal?" Carlos was shocked because what Ethan said was too surprising.
He pondered, 'To make a deal with the military, how much leverage does Ethan have? Although the military collaborates with civilian enterprises and advocates for military-civilian integration, it's unheard of for the military to make deals with individuals, especially someone with a sensitive status like Ethan!'
"Actually, it's not a big deal. I know a technique that can help warriors open their body's energy centers. But I hadn't tried it before, so this was a trial collaboration with the military," Ethan explained calmly.
"What did you say? You can use a technique to help warriors open their body's energy centers?" Carlos was stunned, finding it unimaginable!
"Yes, but it's just opening the body's energy centers. It's like I can help you open your body's energy center, too," Ethan nodded and explained.
"Doesn't that mean you can create countless warriors with energy centers?" Carlos's eyes lit up. He stared intently at Ethan, waiting for a clear answer.
"Opening the body's energy centers doesn't mean one can become a warrior. You should know that the energy center is just a marker for martial artists. More importantly, it's the super energy one cultivates. It's like I give everyone a balloon, but you still have to inflate it. Otherwise, the balloon remains deflated," Ethan straightforwardly reminded him.
Hearing this, Carlos felt like some cold water had been poured over him, losing his initial excitement.
"Isn't that the same as not having an energy center? This ability, though incredible, is meaningless!" Carlos sighed regretfully.
"It's not entirely useless. At least as an aid, it can improve people's strength. For example, those who have practiced judo for years can sense the presence of energy but can't unblock their body to form an energy center. With my help, they can enter the warriors' realm without obstacles. After that, they need to keep enhancing their super energy to multiply their strength!" Ethan reminded seriously.
"Yes, using your method, warriors still need to have their strength. It means you shorten the time and steps for them to become true warriors!"
Carlos nodded in agreement and finally understood what Ethan's ability meant.
"That's correct. The military includes many high-level masters. However, the problem is that a large number of mid-level officers and soldiers have practiced judo since childhood but have yet to enter the realm of warriors. With my help, I can't say all, but at least more than half have the hope of becoming true warriors, potentially doubling the military's combat power in a short time!" Ethan confidently explained.
"No wonder the military is willing to help you. You offered them an irresistible deal!" Carlos nodded in realization.
In fact, Ethan hadn't thought about this issue before. It just so happened that he had reached the fourth step of the Nine Flying Needles and encountered this situation. So many things naturally fell into place.
"If that's the case, we don't need to worry about Dorian. If Dorian doesn't want anything to happen to Kenny, he will have to bow to you. It seems he won't be able to hold onto the Skyline Center this time!" At this moment, all of Carlos' previous apprehensions were considerably alleviated.
"Not necessarily. After all, my method is somewhat unconventional. The military also has no evidence to prove that Lysander's coma is directly related to Kenny. They can only detain Kenny to wear down Dorian's patience and resolve." Ethan didn't think this alone would make Dorian obedient.
"Even this won't make Dorian compromise? From what you're saying, Kenny will be released sooner or later!" Carlos wasn't too surprised by this.
"Releasing him is inevitable. The key is when and under what conditions. After all, I can't let Lysander lie in a hospital bed forever. Now it depends on how long Dorian can endure." Ethan didn't seem too worried. He thought to himself, 'In fact, if Dorian wants to get Kenny back quickly, he should beg me to wake up Lysander. If we are elated, Kenny can return naturally as well. But could Dorian swallow his pride? Or how long would it take for him to struggle before deciding to bow to me?'
"The ball is in your court, so there's no need to fear Dorian going too far. We'll wait and see!" Carlos nodded slowly.
At that moment, Ethan's phone suddenly rang. "Excuse me." Seeing it was Alexander calling, Ethan signaled to Carlos and then stepped aside to answer the phone.
"Mr. Wilson, there's movement in Baytown. Beverly has arrived there and seems to want to take advantage of our absence to make a decisive move against IntelliMerge Group!" As soon as the call connected, Alexander's voice came through.
"Beverly has indeed made her choice. Everything is going as we expected. Since she's made up her mind, play along with her. Make sure the people in Baytown cooperate well, but don't let the Wilson family see through it!" Hearing this, Ethan smiled.
He had a hunch that Beverly would choose to stand by his side, and reality proved him right.
"Alright, I'll make the arrangements." After getting Ethan's response, Alexander immediately ended the call.
He only needed to update Ethan on the progress and get his clear stance. He already knew what to do next.
What Ethan particularly admired about Alexander was his innate understanding of how to proceed without requiring Ethan's direct involvement. Alexander possessed the unique ability to discern and execute tasks with remarkable insight.
"Carlos, Dorian will not give in easily. I just got word that the Wilson family has taken action!" Ethan put away his phone and smiled at Carlos.
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