"Our informant reported that they saw Zheng Su heading into the woods alone, seemingly to et soone," Mo Changfeng announced in front of everyone. Zheng Ji’s brows furrowed; the sacrificial ceremony hasn’t started yet, and so many things have already happened. Surely, soone is pulling strings behind the scenes, and it seems likely that Zheng Su is involved.
"Who is this Zheng Su?" Ye Shikai curiously blurted out, but was t with glares from everyone, especially Mo Changfeng. As an assistant invited by the Eldest Young Master, he should at least know who Zheng Ji’s competitors are...
"She is Mr. Zheng’s cousin, but also his rival." Ji Qian, the Eldest Young Lady of the Ji Family, was sowhat knowledgeable about the affairs of various Huaxia families, especially a prominent family like the Zhengs. She has even seen Zheng Su in person and is sowhat familiar with her character.
"So that’s how it is," Ye Shikai nodded. It turns out that Zheng Ji isn’t without competitors, and Zheng Su seems to be cunning, shrewd, ambitious, and eligible as an heir. No wonder Zheng Ji is so wary.
"Everyone, follow quietly later," Mo Changfeng issued a series of instructions that slightly annoyed Demoness and Soul Destroyer. However, after "disguising," it’s true that no one should be able to recognize them.
"Qian, with our current disguises, we shouldn’t be recognized, correct?" Ye Shikai donned a mask and the Zheng family’s combat attire, resembling the Hidden Guard closely. To differentiate the Hidden Guards, Moon Guards, and Zheng family guards, all Hidden Guards had a small red thread tied around their wrist, and the Moon Guards had a small blue thread. If not closely inspected, it would be hard to notice.
"We shouldn’t be recognized, but if our cover is blown, we must leave imdiately," Ji Qian replied, also wearing combat attire. It was a female version, making her look like a spirited female general.
"Encountering the mutants wasn’t foreseen; I didn’t expect Boss Xing to get involved in this," Ye Shikai muttered to himself, "We need to investigate thoroughly."
"But we haven’t seen Boss Xing," Ji Qian countered.
"According to De, the second generation of Project HST already has consciousness, unlike regular puppets. They have their own minds, so even if Boss Xing isn’t nearby, they can still complete tasks."
"We must investigate; Boss Xing wouldn’t target Zheng Ji alone, or he’s just an accomplice," Ye Shikai scratched his head, "I feel Boss Xing and the mutants are sohow connected with Zheng Su."
Perhaps the two plan to collaborate from within, mutually exploiting one another, Ye Shikai thought, but he couldn’t confirm this as it was all speculation.
Still, Mo Changfeng ntioned earlier that Zheng Su’s whereabouts are suspicious and her behavior odd; she very likely could be behind so of this.
"You all, get ready to set off," a figure jogged over and called out to them. Ye Shikai was startled before realizing that they now posed as Zheng Ji’s guards, and thus far, no one recognized them.
"Alright, let’s go," Ye Shikai signaled to Ji Qian, and the two headed towards the assembly point.
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"So many people...are they all dead?" At this mont, atop a high point in Outer Suburb Mountain, Boss Xing’s face was serious. There was no interest in admiring the vast scenery.
"Yes, but we didn’t find any bodies," Poisonous Concubine reported, kneeling on one knee, "There’s no trace at the last contact point, as if deliberately erased."
"Damn it."
"Hmph, relying on those beasts was foolish; we have to intervene ourselves," a cold voice behind him spoke. Turning to look, it was Xue Ming and Lii.
"Lord Xue, Lord Hua, my apologies for the tardiness," Boss Xing was neither angry nor annoyed; he understood Xue Ming’s temperant well. Her arrogance and disregard for others would eventually lead to her downfall, Boss Xing, being prudent, knew the situation thoroughly and thus found no need to argue with Xue Ming, which could earn him a "rebellion against superior" accusation.
"Boss Xing, it seems your task failed," Lii comnted faintly.
"This was rely a small test, just gauging the strength of mass-produced Lizard n. Dying is no big deal; as long as there are serums, hundreds or thousands can be produced," Master Xing appeared not to care at all, treating the death of sixty or seventy mutants like the loss of ants.
Boss Xing stressed a particular point, given Project HST’s ability to mass-produce, all that’s needed is manpower—and it’s rely the second generation. A third, fourth generation will soon follow, with power surpassing cultivators. Considering the ti needed to reach cultivator status—often over a decade for ordinary skilled individuals, even if exceptionally talented, it takes years—Project HST, once advanced, can instantly grant ordinary n the skills of cultivators.
"Let us handle this," Xue Ming sneered coldly, walking past.
"Lord Lii," Boss Xing suddenly spoke.
"What’s on your mind?" Lii raised a brow.
"I heard there’s an expert in Outer Suburb Mountain; friendships aside, be cautious," Boss Xing advised.
"Thanks for the warning; I’ll watch out."
Zheng Family.
"Quite the turnout," Ye Shikai, hidden in the crowd, observed. Despite the Zheng family’s direct lineage being sparse, their collateral branches were overwhelmingly populous.
Even while walking, the spoiled rich kids enjoyed life imnsely—servants handed them iced drinks to sip; despite the sweltering heat, fans were held beside them, providing breezes. If not for Zheng Li’s mandate, they might’ve had servants carry them in litters.
"Less talk, hurry up," a Hidden Guard scolded. Though disgruntled, Ye Shikai remained silent, adhering to his current guise.
"Yes, yes."
After over an hour’s travel, they finally reached the sacrificial site.
"Impressive," Ye Shikai marveled at the view ahead, resembling an ancient feudal lord’s tomb. This vast cetery, with its decoration, surely wasn’t cheap. Unexpectedly, such a grand necropolis exists in these remote hills, and it’s owned by the Zheng family.
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