Chapter 55
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Chapter 55: Shi Baiyan
“Xie Rongfu! Wang Lixian! Liu Jingyu! Yang Shi!”
“Zhuo Zhongjie! He Guan! Zhu Zhaohong! Xiang Liangren!”
“Liu Wujing!”
Team Three quickly assembled as Yun Wen’s call echoed throughout the barracks.
However, Yun Ye noticed that two people were still missing from this gathering!
For eight months, Yun Ye had not seen the other two teammates.
“All present, let’s set off!”
Yun Wen waved his hand and led the way toward the highest peak of Hongshan.
Yun Ye suddenly realized that this group seemed to know about the mission, while he was the only one who just happened to be in Hongshan and got summoned!
“Hehe, you sure are lucky. You just happened to be here? Looks like you can play a role ahead of time!”
Zhu Zhaohong maintained a silly grin on her face, revealing some riddles for teasing purposes.
Just as Yun Ye intended to seize the opportunity to ask her something, a terrifying aura flashed in the distance, drawing his attention.
“Whoo… Whoo…”
Accompanied by a low, rumbling tiger’s roar, a woman dressed in bizarre and remarkably alluring clothing appeared in sight.
Behind her were seven armored soldiers, none of whom shared the casual attire seen in Team Three.
Only she herself was dramatically dressed; in this practical world, this enchanting woman broke all conventions. Upon her entrance, her stunning appearance and garments left everyone stunned for several seconds!
Ji Ming’e, Captain of Team Four!
“Captain Yun Wen, long time no see~~”
Ji Ming’e’s voice was incredibly sweet, like the penetrating spring breeze, making one unable to resist.
“Captain Ji!”
Yun Wen’s expression changed; he cupped his fists in respect and bowed ceremoniously. He then scanned the others. “Hurry and show your respect to Captain Ji!”
With the surname Ji, she was an absolute authority in Baishi Town; even the noble families would not be exceptions!
Everyone bowed in unison.
“No need for formalities; let’s go. This mission is just the prelude, and I’ll need all of you to put in more effort.”
Ji Ming’e smiled as she walked ahead. After Team Four had gone a short distance, Yun Wen finally led the team to catch up.
Yun Ye took a glance at Liu Wujing, the rumored member of the Liu family, which was said to hold equal power with the government.
He squinted his eyes, seemingly fascinated with his bronze mirror, as if there were a stunning beauty inside it.
Zhu Zhaohong, who came from the Zhu family—second only to the Liu family—did not remain so calm.
She watched Ji Ming’e’s back, taking deep breaths as if she were crossing some enormous pressure.
“…”
Yun Ye silently followed, clearly seeing the true state of affairs in Baishi Town.
What Academy, what Black Armored Army? In the eyes of the Ji family, none of that matters.
They don’t need loyalty at all.
In this world where power reigns supreme, as long as one has strength, there’s no need to worry about feelings.
Violence is the only loyalty in this world!
…
Everyone present possesses Spiritual Roots revival.
In just ten minutes, all five teams reached the mountain peak, arriving at the deepest part of Hongshan, where the spirit energy was the densest.
Each team had its own designated area, arranged in three layers in a fan shape.
Together, the five teams formed a semicircle.
This semicircle enclosed a spacious stone platform, which was temporarily empty.
After Yun Wen led the team into formation, two young men in black armor approached him from the side, nodding in acknowledgment, then positioned themselves behind Yun Wen and in front of Yun Ye, Liu Wujing, and Xiang Liangren.
“Newcomers? Pretty impressive,” remarked the two young men in black armor as they noticed Zhu Zhaohong, displaying signs of intrigue.
“Zhu Zhaohong, the second young lady of the Zhu family, a newcomer with decent strength,” Yun Wen casually mentioned.
“The Zhu family? They must be desperate if even the second young lady wants to join. Could it be a self-initiated decision?”
“Maybe she’s aiming to marry into the Ji family.”
“If it’s to be a concubine, it could work,” they both chuckled, showing disdain for Zhu Zhaohong.
Zhu Zhaohong lowered her head, her expression unchanged, pretending she hadn’t heard their comments. She thought little of these insignificant fools trying to belittle her.
The two continued their conversation, unlike the other black-armored members who remained silent, and no one stopped them.
The reason was simple: they were members of the Ji family.
“Shi Baiyan…”
In Team One’s area, Yun Ye saw Tong Yuan, Little Moon, and also Shi Baiyan.
Twelve years later, Shi Baiyan now had white hair and had not retained his youthful appearance like Tong Yuan.
At this moment, Shi Baiyan appeared very composed, exuding an air of nobility, a stark contrast to the proud young man he once was.
Feeling Yun Ye’s gaze, Shi Baiyan looked over in surprise, meeting the smile of a young spiritual law user.
Shi Baiyan furrowed his brows, confused about why a stranger would smile at him.
In just those few seconds of thought, Yun Ye had already averted his gaze.
A significant figure appeared.
A middle-aged man in white robes, with a stern expression, stepped onto the high platform.
With a flick of his sleeve, the air trembled violently, and all the black-armored members who had been speaking groaned, blood spilling from the corners of their mouths.
Deputy Officer of Spiritual Techniques, Liu Quan!
Everyone lowered their heads.
They dared not show any dissatisfaction.
Even though most of those who had just spoken were members of the Ji family, the rulers of Baishi Town.
Reaching the rank of Deputy Officer of Spiritual Techniques was enough to compete with high-ranking figures of the Ji family; these younger members were not worth considering at all. Only the current young master of the Ji family had the right to stand on equal footing with the officer.
Liu Quan looked down at everyone: “For the Chaos-level Mission, we normally wouldn’t call everyone together, but this time the numbers are substantial. You will each go out to suppress the threats!”
“The borders of Xiong Jian Village, Qingzao Village, and Sangjia Village are all seeing a large number of live zombies, and we cannot rule out the possibility of other monsters appearing. Team One, Team Three, and Team Four, you will go and eradicate them completely!”
“Team Two and Team Five, head to Duanqiao River, and together eliminate the chaotic-level monster, Thousand-eyed Demon, while clearing out the monster hordes!”
“This is just the prelude; it must be cleared out thoroughly—understood?”
“Yes, we will obey the officer’s orders!”
The reply echoed through the area.
…
What prelude? Yun Ye didn’t understand at all.
But others had no intention of explaining.
The twelve headed straight for Duanqiao River.
Currently, Team Three had been promoted to Team Two because of Zhu Zhaohong, so they were the ones tackling the chaotic-level monsters.
On the way, Xiang Liangren suddenly said, “Captain, we’re all Team Two now; why are we still handling the chaotic-level monsters? Did you offend someone?”
“You should ask Liu Wujing. Deputy Officer Liu Quan is his elder. If he doesn’t provide support, it’s on him if anything goes wrong, not me,” Yun Wen responded lightly.
“It’s just the boring squabbles between different factions. But what can we do? A few chaotic-level monsters are nothing,” Liu Wujing put down the bronze mirror, and an aura of strength briefly flashed around him.
His pupils appeared green.
Perhaps it was related to his zodiac sign being the Wind.
Yun Ye didn’t know too many details, but he was sure that Liu Wujing’s combat power was on par with that of a Captain.
A Captain could easily wipe out chaotic-level monsters.
Only extremely powerful chaotic-level creatures could pose a real threat to them.
This time, with the entire team dispatched and Team Five joining in, even a multitude of chaotic-level monsters could be swiftly dealt with.
It would just mean putting in a bit more effort than other teams.
“Then this time, you’ll handle it. I’ve long wanted to see your full strength,” Yun Wen said.
“The prelude begins; no one can escape… It’s indeed time to stretch my limbs; I permit it!”
Liu Wujing’s demeanor shifted dramatically, a sharp aura emanating from him, and even Yun Wen looked down on him.
Yun Wen didn’t mind, saying, “Very good.”
The rest of the group clearly found it hard to interject.
However, most of them were very eager.
There were not many events that could provoke a Captain to unleash their full power. Most of them had never witnessed such a thing.
Just how strong was this level?
