Chapter 209 Part 2
Zhuang Yao scolds loudly, frightened, “Idiot, put me down quickly!”
Liu Fengyu climbs up too, gives Cong Xia a resounding kiss on the forehead, “This is what we call a team advancement.”
Cong Xia sits up, looks at the distant sky, “Too bad Tianbi and Yanqiu are not here. This is the time to celebrate, to toast to the successful advancement of our last member.”
Liu Fengyu laughs, “When they come back, let’s drink together with the welcome wine.”
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Cong Xia hugs Liu Fengyu’s shoulders, and the two smile at each other.
Abu’s successful advancement allows everyone to let go of a big burden, especially for Zhuang Yao. His superior intellect allowed him to conduct many experiments and inventions that benefited others during this special era, but he didn’t know how to help his own pet. Abu has always been his biggest concern, and now he can finally let go of this burden.
“Hey, little Zhuang Yao, did you cry?” Deng Xiao places him flat on Abu, pinches his small face and shakes it, “How could I drop you? Don’t be afraid, even if you fall, there’s thick snow below, it won’t hurt.”
Hbwydt Zys pzyrp bkp blye, “Reksv, yal usw czkde? Ebknb lul pyo xl nau?”
“Zswa lulp yal ale. Elal usw pnyale?”
“Lsdpldpl.” Hbwydt Zys rwpblp bkx yoyu, pzkelp esod qasx Gcw, “Rv’p qallgkdt, R’x tskdt kdpkel.”
Pldt Dkys pbkhlap, “Rv’p alyzzu nsze, R’x tskdt kdpkel vss. Nkvvzl Hbwydt Zys, oykv, yal usw alyzzu ydtau?”
Ya. Fwd pktble, “Gb, uswvb kp vawzu y osdelaqwz vbkdt. R’x ycswv vs qallgl vs elyvb. Twaau wr yde tlv xl esod.”
Gz fwxrle wr y qlo pvlrp yde nyaakle Ya. Fwd esod. Mbl svblap zlqv Gcw pzllrkdt rlynlqwzzu swvpkel yde oldv kdpkel vs oyax wr.
Gcw’p pwnnlppqwz yehydnlxldv oyp ydsvbla rklnl sq tsse dlop yqvla scvykdkdt vbl rwrrlv fyel qasx vbl Ckdtbyk Paytsd, obknb oyp hlau wrzkqvkdt. Plprkvl Ckdtbyk Ukvu alpvaknvkdt vblka xshlxldvp, vblu bye ynbklhle y zsv kd fwpv shla vos xsdvbp.
G qlo eyup zyvla, Ubldt Mkydck yde bkp taswr alvwadle. Omnlrv qsa Hbys Nwsxldt, vbl svbla xld dsv sdzu bye osad-swv nzsvblp cwv bye yzps zspv olktbv. Tsolhla, vblu yzz zssjle ldlatlvkn okvb ds pktdp sq qyvktwl.
Cong Xia hurriedly walked over, “Tianbi, haha, you’re back. How was it?”
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Cheng Tianbi smiled faintly, “I can only say it was worthwhile.”
“How’s your cultivation progress?”
Cheng Tianbi seemed excited, “With just one more month, I’ll be able to break through to the third stage.”
The others also seemed satisfied with their cultivation results.
Song Qi sighed, “You guys are really reckless. I won’t play with you in the future.”
Zhao Luomeng laughed heartily, “It’s so thrilling. We used to avoid those monsters in Golmud. With them around, we can finally be bold and even enjoy some delicious meat.”
Liu Fengyu walked to Tang Yanqiu, pulled his arm, and examined him closely, “Hmm? Did you get a bit tanned?”
Tang Yanqiu laughed, “Maybe, running for our lives every day, above and below the ground.”
Cong Xia asked, “Are there really monsters all over Golmud?”
Cheng Tianbi nodded, “Indeed, and they all seem very hungry. The competition is intense, making cultivation there twice as effective.”
Shen Changze also marveled, “No wonder mutants here often go to Golmud. Not only is the cultivation speed extremely fast, but you also face countless enemies and threats every day, pushing you to fight and get stronger. In just two weeks, our progress has been significant.”
Song Qi said, “Many bold mutants, after reaching the second stage, go to Golmud for cultivation. Of course, most don’t come back, but those who successfully survive inside have basically reached the third stage.”
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Zhuang Yao turned his eyes, “Once we break through the Qinghai barrier, we can transform Golmud into a trial ground.”
Mr. Sun smiled, “It’s good that you all came back safely. How was it? Do you have a clear understanding of that place now?”
The expressions of the group became solemn. Merely imagining Golmud might not allow them to fully grasp its terror. However, those who had experienced it, although they all returned alive, still carried significant shadows from that hellish trial ground.
Wu You said, “In those two weeks, none of us had a peaceful sleep, and we didn’t rest in the same place for more than three hours. We kept changing locations to avoid hunting. Due to a lack of time for food preparation, after our rations were finished, we directly cut and ate raw meat from dead animals. To have a sip of fresh water, we fought with a pack of wild dogs for over an hour. The creatures in Golmud are not individually formidable, but their terrifying aspect lies in their overwhelming numbers. Once they catch our scent, they relentlessly chase us for 30 miles. Honestly, with our large group, we could attract every animal within a hundred miles. It’s practically impossible for us to move there.”
The atmosphere became heavier with each breath.
Yao Qianjiang nodded, “Golmud is suitable for individuals or small groups with agile movements and high combat abilities. It allows for quick and convenient movement, as well as easy hiding. However, it’s not suitable for a large group. It’s like offering a buffet for the creatures inside, attracting countless animals to besiege us. We need a safer strategy; otherwise, before we find the puppet jade, we might perish inside.”
Mr. Sun nodded, “I’m glad you’ve realized the reality. What you experienced is only the peripheral area of Golmud. The central area, the forbidden zone, is even more terrifying than the periphery. The puppet jade is likely to be inside. Since we’ve decided to retrieve the puppet jade, we’ll have to enter that dangerous zone. I believe you should be prepared for it.”
Cong Xia fearlessly said, “Mr. Sun, we’ve been prepared for a long time. No matter how dangerous it is, we won’t back down.”
Mr. Sun chuckled, “I know. You young people are getting bolder with each passing day. Xiao Yao is right; we can’t recklessly charge in, cutting our way to the puppet jade. We need to first locate its position, then formulate a battle plan. Ideally, we should air-drop directly. Of course, you’ll inevitably face a multitude of monsters hungry for you. But I believe with your strength, you can succeed.”
“But how do we accurately locate the puppet jade? Your instruments may not be precise enough.”
“My large instrument has a margin of error of 2.6 kilometers, which is the most precise locator I can create under current conditions. The small one can precisely locate, but it must be within a 1-kilometer range of the puppet jade. The challenge is who will do this task, as bringing an instrument to find the puppet jade is like entering a monster’s den. Rong Lan and Xing Zhou could do it, but their identities in Qinghai are sensitive.”
“I’ll go with Shen Changze.” Tang Yanqiu suggested.
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“I want to go too.” Shen Changze added.
Mr. Sun thought for a moment, “No, let’s have someone from the west. The puppet jade at Qinghai Lake was brought by us, and he should contribute. Let’s entrust him with the task of locating the puppet jade. His bat-person subordinate is a suitable candidate.”
The crowd found it reasonable to delegate such a physically demanding task to an outsider.
“The day after tomorrow is the fifteenth, and Rong Lan has already called back several third-stage mutants. We’ll discuss everything together at that time.”
Cong Xia asked, “Is Rong Lan going too?”
Mr. Sun sighed, “He… will.”
After their return, the group celebrated Abu’s breakthrough to the second stage and their triumphant return. That night, many got drunk. Alcohol could drive away the cold and boost morale. They had no turning back; the tiger and wolf’s den awaited them. With the progress of the plan, everyone felt a sense of boldness.
On the morning of the fifteenth, several large birds with wingspans of seven to eight meters flew out of Light City. Each bird carried three or four people. In addition to the previous group, there were several third-stage mutants and Rong Lan.
On this trip, they needed to confirm several things, such as formalizing their cooperation, determining the date of the operation, and the action plan. Of course, many high-level mutants were concerned about their positioning in the outside world after returning. After all, everyone wanted comfortable and convenient days, and the most convenient way to provide these was through the Academy and the military.
Flying high in the sky, Cong Xia shouted, “I wonder if Jacqueline will show up today.”
Cheng Tianbi shook his head, “No news from the west, and we didn’t encounter her when we entered Golmud. Let’s go with the flow. If she’s also after the puppet jade, we’ll meet sooner or later.”
“I have a feeling she’ll show up today.”
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“Oh? That’s good.”
Cong Xia laughed at him, “You’ve never been so eager to see someone before.”
Cheng Tianbi squinted, “Is that so?” He leaned closer to Cong Xia’s ear, “Are you… jealous?”
The wind in the high altitude whistled, and Cong Xia loudly said, “What did you say? Can’t hear.”
Cheng Tianbi looked at Cong Xia in frustration. Just when he mustered the courage to say something, the other party didn’t hear it, dealing a blow to his enthusiasm. He turned away.
Cong Xia touched his nose, feeling puzzled.
After a few hours of painful flight, the group finally landed. Unlike the last visit, this small town showed signs of life. Several birds circled low, searching for food. It was evident that the mutants had brought some vitality to the town.
Rong Lan adjusted his disheveled hair, his face tense, as if facing a formidable enemy.
“He could have come alone, given his speed; he would have arrived in just a few minutes. However, for some unknown reason, he insisted on flying with everyone, needlessly enduring the suffering.
Mr. Sun patted his shoulder, giving him a meaningful look. Just as Rong lan was about to speak, a gray bird flew in. “Mr. Sun, Lord Ming, and esteemed guests, please follow me,’ it said.
The group followed the guiding bird towards the center of the small town.
Chu Xingzhou had indeed made preparations. He had specifically cleaned up a hotel, which had running water, electricity, and heating. Although this mysterious figure seemed impressive, it appeared he took Mr. Sun’s words seriously. When Mr. Sun asked him to prepare a gathering, he spared no effort.
Upon entering the hotel, the group found a batch of people already sitting on the lobby’s sofas, staring directly at them, each looking quite formidable.
Some approached Mr. Sun, Rong lan, and Song Qi to greet them, while others directed their curious gazes at Cheng Tianbi and others. They speculated on the type of natural power evolution each person possessed. Despite Qinghai being isolated since the earthquake, they were no different from people outside, thanks to the presence of Chu Xingzhou and Rong lan. In their eyes, natural power evolved individuals were extraordinarily powerful, and indeed, they were. Although Cheng Tianbi and others were not yet on par with Chu Xingzhou and Ronglan, second-tier natural power evolved individuals still held a significant advantage over third-tier mutants.
Mr. Sun took the initiative to introduce everyone to each other. Cong Xia discovered that most of the powerful third-tier mutants Mr. Sun mentioned before were present.
Their interests quickly shifted away from them, either engaging in small talk with old acquaintances or being courteous to Zhao Luomeng. A young, beautiful, and powerful female mutant was a coveted object in this era, and naturally, she was highly sought after wherever she went. Song Qi pretended not to care, teasing them with a side glance.
Of course, from the intentional or unintentional probing in their conversations, Cong Xia learned that their greatest interest was undoubtedly the meeting between Rong lan and Chu Xingzhou. Everyone present was curious about it.
Just as they were warming up, the hotel’s main door opened again. The guiding bird announced loudly, ‘Lord Ming has returned.’
Rong lan’s expression slightly changed as he stiffly turned his head away.
Chapter 209 Part 2
Zhuang Yao scolds loudly, frightened, “Idiot, put me down quickly!”
Liu Fengyu climbs up too, gives Cong Xia a resounding kiss on the forehead, “This is what we call a team advancement.”
Cong Xia sits up, looks at the distant sky, “Too bad Tianbi and Yanqiu are not here. This is the time to celebrate, to toast to the successful advancement of our last member.”
Liu Fengyu laughs, “When they come back, let’s drink together with the welcome wine.”
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Cong Xia hugs Liu Fengyu’s shoulders, and the two smile at each other.
Abu’s successful advancement allows everyone to let go of a big burden, especially for Zhuang Yao. His superior intellect allowed him to conduct many experiments and inventions that benefited others during this special era, but he didn’t know how to help his own pet. Abu has always been his biggest concern, and now he can finally let go of this burden.
“Hey, little Zhuang Yao, did you cry?” Deng Xiao places him flat on Abu, pinches his small face and shakes it, “How could I drop you? Don’t be afraid, even if you fall, there’s thick snow below, it won’t hurt.”
Hbwydt Zys pzyrp bkp blye, “Reksv, yal usw czkde? Ebknb lul pyo xl nau?”
“Zswa lulp yal ale. Elal usw pnyale?”
“Lsdpldpl.” Hbwydt Zys rwpblp bkx yoyu, pzkelp esod qasx Gcw, “Rv’p qallgkdt, R’x tskdt kdpkel.”
Pldt Dkys pbkhlap, “Rv’p alyzzu nsze, R’x tskdt kdpkel vss. Nkvvzl Hbwydt Zys, oykv, yal usw alyzzu ydtau?”
Ya. Fwd pktble, “Gb, uswvb kp vawzu y osdelaqwz vbkdt. R’x ycswv vs qallgl vs elyvb. Twaau wr yde tlv xl esod.”
Gz fwxrle wr y qlo pvlrp yde nyaakle Ya. Fwd esod. Mbl svblap zlqv Gcw pzllrkdt rlynlqwzzu swvpkel yde oldv kdpkel vs oyax wr.
Gcw’p pwnnlppqwz yehydnlxldv oyp ydsvbla rklnl sq tsse dlop yqvla scvykdkdt vbl rwrrlv fyel qasx vbl Ckdtbyk Paytsd, obknb oyp hlau wrzkqvkdt. Plprkvl Ckdtbyk Ukvu alpvaknvkdt vblka xshlxldvp, vblu bye ynbklhle y zsv kd fwpv shla vos xsdvbp.
G qlo eyup zyvla, Ubldt Mkydck yde bkp taswr alvwadle. Omnlrv qsa Hbys Nwsxldt, vbl svbla xld dsv sdzu bye osad-swv nzsvblp cwv bye yzps zspv olktbv. Tsolhla, vblu yzz zssjle ldlatlvkn okvb ds pktdp sq qyvktwl.
Cong Xia hurriedly walked over, “Tianbi, haha, you’re back. How was it?”
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Cheng Tianbi smiled faintly, “I can only say it was worthwhile.”
“How’s your cultivation progress?”
Cheng Tianbi seemed excited, “With just one more month, I’ll be able to break through to the third stage.”
The others also seemed satisfied with their cultivation results.
Song Qi sighed, “You guys are really reckless. I won’t play with you in the future.”
Zhao Luomeng laughed heartily, “It’s so thrilling. We used to avoid those monsters in Golmud. With them around, we can finally be bold and even enjoy some delicious meat.”
Liu Fengyu walked to Tang Yanqiu, pulled his arm, and examined him closely, “Hmm? Did you get a bit tanned?”
Tang Yanqiu laughed, “Maybe, running for our lives every day, above and below the ground.”
Cong Xia asked, “Are there really monsters all over Golmud?”
Cheng Tianbi nodded, “Indeed, and they all seem very hungry. The competition is intense, making cultivation there twice as effective.”
Shen Changze also marveled, “No wonder mutants here often go to Golmud. Not only is the cultivation speed extremely fast, but you also face countless enemies and threats every day, pushing you to fight and get stronger. In just two weeks, our progress has been significant.”
Song Qi said, “Many bold mutants, after reaching the second stage, go to Golmud for cultivation. Of course, most don’t come back, but those who successfully survive inside have basically reached the third stage.”
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Zhuang Yao turned his eyes, “Once we break through the Qinghai barrier, we can transform Golmud into a trial ground.”
Mr. Sun smiled, “It’s good that you all came back safely. How was it? Do you have a clear understanding of that place now?”
The expressions of the group became solemn. Merely imagining Golmud might not allow them to fully grasp its terror. However, those who had experienced it, although they all returned alive, still carried significant shadows from that hellish trial ground.
Wu You said, “In those two weeks, none of us had a peaceful sleep, and we didn’t rest in the same place for more than three hours. We kept changing locations to avoid hunting. Due to a lack of time for food preparation, after our rations were finished, we directly cut and ate raw meat from dead animals. To have a sip of fresh water, we fought with a pack of wild dogs for over an hour. The creatures in Golmud are not individually formidable, but their terrifying aspect lies in their overwhelming numbers. Once they catch our scent, they relentlessly chase us for 30 miles. Honestly, with our large group, we could attract every animal within a hundred miles. It’s practically impossible for us to move there.”
The atmosphere became heavier with each breath.
Yao Qianjiang nodded, “Golmud is suitable for individuals or small groups with agile movements and high combat abilities. It allows for quick and convenient movement, as well as easy hiding. However, it’s not suitable for a large group. It’s like offering a buffet for the creatures inside, attracting countless animals to besiege us. We need a safer strategy; otherwise, before we find the puppet jade, we might perish inside.”
Mr. Sun nodded, “I’m glad you’ve realized the reality. What you experienced is only the peripheral area of Golmud. The central area, the forbidden zone, is even more terrifying than the periphery. The puppet jade is likely to be inside. Since we’ve decided to retrieve the puppet jade, we’ll have to enter that dangerous zone. I believe you should be prepared for it.”
Cong Xia fearlessly said, “Mr. Sun, we’ve been prepared for a long time. No matter how dangerous it is, we won’t back down.”
Mr. Sun chuckled, “I know. You young people are getting bolder with each passing day. Xiao Yao is right; we can’t recklessly charge in, cutting our way to the puppet jade. We need to first locate its position, then formulate a battle plan. Ideally, we should air-drop directly. Of course, you’ll inevitably face a multitude of monsters hungry for you. But I believe with your strength, you can succeed.”
“But how do we accurately locate the puppet jade? Your instruments may not be precise enough.”
“My large instrument has a margin of error of 2.6 kilometers, which is the most precise locator I can create under current conditions. The small one can precisely locate, but it must be within a 1-kilometer range of the puppet jade. The challenge is who will do this task, as bringing an instrument to find the puppet jade is like entering a monster’s den. Rong Lan and Xing Zhou could do it, but their identities in Qinghai are sensitive.”
“I’ll go with Shen Changze.” Tang Yanqiu suggested.
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“I want to go too.” Shen Changze added.
Mr. Sun thought for a moment, “No, let’s have someone from the west. The puppet jade at Qinghai Lake was brought by us, and he should contribute. Let’s entrust him with the task of locating the puppet jade. His bat-person subordinate is a suitable candidate.”
The crowd found it reasonable to delegate such a physically demanding task to an outsider.
“The day after tomorrow is the fifteenth, and Rong Lan has already called back several third-stage mutants. We’ll discuss everything together at that time.”
Cong Xia asked, “Is Rong Lan going too?”
Mr. Sun sighed, “He… will.”
After their return, the group celebrated Abu’s breakthrough to the second stage and their triumphant return. That night, many got drunk. Alcohol could drive away the cold and boost morale. They had no turning back; the tiger and wolf’s den awaited them. With the progress of the plan, everyone felt a sense of boldness.
On the morning of the fifteenth, several large birds with wingspans of seven to eight meters flew out of Light City. Each bird carried three or four people. In addition to the previous group, there were several third-stage mutants and Rong Lan.
On this trip, they needed to confirm several things, such as formalizing their cooperation, determining the date of the operation, and the action plan. Of course, many high-level mutants were concerned about their positioning in the outside world after returning. After all, everyone wanted comfortable and convenient days, and the most convenient way to provide these was through the Academy and the military.
Flying high in the sky, Cong Xia shouted, “I wonder if Jacqueline will show up today.”
Cheng Tianbi shook his head, “No news from the west, and we didn’t encounter her when we entered Golmud. Let’s go with the flow. If she’s also after the puppet jade, we’ll meet sooner or later.”
“I have a feeling she’ll show up today.”
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“Oh? That’s good.”
Cong Xia laughed at him, “You’ve never been so eager to see someone before.”
Cheng Tianbi squinted, “Is that so?” He leaned closer to Cong Xia’s ear, “Are you… jealous?”
The wind in the high altitude whistled, and Cong Xia loudly said, “What did you say? Can’t hear.”
Cheng Tianbi looked at Cong Xia in frustration. Just when he mustered the courage to say something, the other party didn’t hear it, dealing a blow to his enthusiasm. He turned away.
Cong Xia touched his nose, feeling puzzled.
After a few hours of painful flight, the group finally landed. Unlike the last visit, this small town showed signs of life. Several birds circled low, searching for food. It was evident that the mutants had brought some vitality to the town.
Rong Lan adjusted his disheveled hair, his face tense, as if facing a formidable enemy.
“He could have come alone, given his speed; he would have arrived in just a few minutes. However, for some unknown reason, he insisted on flying with everyone, needlessly enduring the suffering.
Mr. Sun patted his shoulder, giving him a meaningful look. Just as Rong lan was about to speak, a gray bird flew in. “Mr. Sun, Lord Ming, and esteemed guests, please follow me,’ it said.
The group followed the guiding bird towards the center of the small town.
Chu Xingzhou had indeed made preparations. He had specifically cleaned up a hotel, which had running water, electricity, and heating. Although this mysterious figure seemed impressive, it appeared he took Mr. Sun’s words seriously. When Mr. Sun asked him to prepare a gathering, he spared no effort.
Upon entering the hotel, the group found a batch of people already sitting on the lobby’s sofas, staring directly at them, each looking quite formidable.
Some approached Mr. Sun, Rong lan, and Song Qi to greet them, while others directed their curious gazes at Cheng Tianbi and others. They speculated on the type of natural power evolution each person possessed. Despite Qinghai being isolated since the earthquake, they were no different from people outside, thanks to the presence of Chu Xingzhou and Rong lan. In their eyes, natural power evolved individuals were extraordinarily powerful, and indeed, they were. Although Cheng Tianbi and others were not yet on par with Chu Xingzhou and Ronglan, second-tier natural power evolved individuals still held a significant advantage over third-tier mutants.
Mr. Sun took the initiative to introduce everyone to each other. Cong Xia discovered that most of the powerful third-tier mutants Mr. Sun mentioned before were present.
Their interests quickly shifted away from them, either engaging in small talk with old acquaintances or being courteous to Zhao Luomeng. A young, beautiful, and powerful female mutant was a coveted object in this era, and naturally, she was highly sought after wherever she went. Song Qi pretended not to care, teasing them with a side glance.
Of course, from the intentional or unintentional probing in their conversations, Cong Xia learned that their greatest interest was undoubtedly the meeting between Rong lan and Chu Xingzhou. Everyone present was curious about it.
Just as they were warming up, the hotel’s main door opened again. The guiding bird announced loudly, ‘Lord Ming has returned.’
Rong lan’s expression slightly changed as he stiffly turned his head away.
