"The elder, which elder?" Zheng Ji suddenly beca interested upon hearing this, as if he had heard so important information.
"Speaking of it, I’ve t him twice today. The first ti, he appeared suddenly; as for the second ti, he helped us out of a tight spot." Ye Shikai added, "By the way, he claid to be the guardian of the cetery."
"Mr. Zheng, does your Zheng Family cetery have soone specifically assigned to look after it?" Ji Qian asked curiously.
"Well... as far as I rember, it doesn’t. The cetery is a resting place for ancestors, not suitable for habitation, and the location of the cetery has always been a family secret. Generally speaking, no one would divulge it, and it’s even less possible to hire outsiders to guard it. Mr. Ye... perhaps you misheard." Zheng Ji was skeptical, seemingly doubting Ye Shikai’s words.
"Definitely not mistaken. It’s a pity I didn’t manage to take a photo; otherwise, I could have shown it to you for identification." Ye Shikai was sowhat frustrated, but under those circumstances, who would think to take a photo?
"I only know he has a broom, and his Inner Strength is extrely deep, able to easily turn people into ash powder."
"What! Such skills actually exist?" Zheng Ji found it equally unbelievable upon hearing this, especially when learning that this elder casually waved his broom and turned dozens into ashes, he showed an astonished expression.
"Of course, I think this elder should have so relation to your Zheng Family. It’s just unfortunate that I can’t give you his photo." Ye Shikai sighed, quite regrettably.
"I have an idea." Just then, Ji Qian stepped forward, asked Zheng Ji’s attendant for a piece of paper and a pencil, and began "drawing" in front of the two.
Twenty minutes later.
"It looks roughly like this." Ji Qian handed over the drawn paper; both Ye Shikai and Zheng Ji couldn’t help but marvel at how lifelike the portrait was, akin to a "human cara."
"It’s painted perfectly." Ye Shikai said excitedly, "This is just how the elder looks. What do you think, Mr. Zheng, do you recognize him?"
"Well... I really don’t recognize him." However, Zheng Ji gave them a disappointing answer.
"Mr. Zheng is only in his twenties; yet, the elder might be over a hundred years old. If he has indeed stayed at Outer Suburb Mountain for decades, then it’s possible Mr. Zheng has never seen him." Ji Qian analyzed, and it made sense. To put it bluntly, this elder is indeed an "old fellow," perhaps a hundred or a hundred and twenty years old, but judging from appearance alone, it’s impossible to discern. It’s also possible he was already over a hundred before Zheng Ji was born; these things are hard to say.
"I think your father might know sothing about him." Ji Qian continued.
"Here’s what I’ll do: I’ll take this drawing to my father. Miss Ji is right; perhaps he really is a senior figure, and I think my father should know." Zheng Ji said.
"In that case, that would be great." Ye Shikai nodded; although many people died today, the threat at the sacrificial ceremony was finally neutralized, so it wasn’t a wasted trip.
"It’s just that during the fierce battle earlier, so were injured. I’m worried they might use this incident against Mr. Zheng." Ye Shikai shifted the topic, as he said, the Zheng Family brought so many people this ti that even if any bystander threw a brick, it could injure several. Although Zheng Ji tily instructed the guards to disperse, casualties couldn’t be avoided. Actually, those spoiled rich kids were injured mainly because of their own actions; they could have stayed indoors to avoid injuries, but they insisted on coming out to watch the excitent. Normally, these spoiled rich kids travel with several bodyguards by their side, and no one dares to confront them due to their status. As a result, they aren’t very capable, but their courage and temper are quite big. Of course, this "big courage" is limited to situations under absolute safety. In reality, it ans bullying the weak while fearing the strong. When they saw actual bloodshed, they beca cowardly at once, sitting down paralyzed, unable to move.
Yet their parents are all Zheng Family mbers. If they unite against Zheng Ji because of this incident, then he not only fails to establish authority from hosting the sacrificial ceremony but instead becos a target for criticism.
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"It’s unexpected to encounter such a powerful master." anwhile, outside the woods, Lii was still a bit frightened. She did not fear death, but she had never imagined soone could "wield" the power of death.
"This ti, the mission was a complete failure."
Xue Ming was always aloof, but now, that arrogance was gone from her face. She considered herself a martial arts expert, yet today’s experiences exposed her to the fact that there are always people stronger. However, she refused to be so disheartened, her face sullen.
"This should be reported to the leader imdiately for her decision." Lii said coldly. With their capabilities, they were definitely no match for that elder; however, from their conversation, Lii also deduced that this elder wouldn’t leave Outer Suburb Mountain, aning as long as the Zheng Family left, there was nothing to fear.
"Lord Hua, Lord Xue, how’s the plan going?" At this point, Boss Xing also approached with his n. Clearly, he ca to ridicule Xue Ming. The mutants transford by the elder into powder, he obviously already knew, yet still feigned ignorance. Although these two losses amounted to over a hundred mutants, Boss Xing no longer cared. With the HST serum, as many people as there are, there are that many mutants. Ultimately, he’s the subordinate to one of the "Shadow" organization’s four leaders, so even if the bla fell, it would be Xue Ming and Lii to bear.
"I did not anticipate such a formidable elder in this mountain; failing to investigate thoroughly in advance was my mistake." Boss Xing’s "taking responsibility" was apparently mocking the two won; any fool could hear it.
"It seems your mutants need improvent." Lii remarked blandly.
"Of course, the HST project is continuously being improved. Once new serum is developed, those mutants will all be worthless, and it’s no loss if they die." Boss Xing took a docunt from behind him and handed it to Lii.
"The leader is already aware of the situation here; this is what I just received." Boss Xing seed pleased as the leader, having learned of the mission’s failure, appeared disappointed with Xue Ming and Lii, so the next task is to focus on the HST project.
"Since it’s the leader’s mission, I will naturally fulfill it, Boss Xing; it seems I will ’assist’ you next." Lii mocked herself.
"Not at all, Lord Hua’s strength is extraordinary, and her foresight is deep; I’m sure the leader still holds you in high regard."
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