Chapter 244: Clearing Out
Chapter 244: Clearing Out
Wu Bei's urgent voice rang in Chen Chuan's ear, "They're all coming for you."
On Chen Chuan's Boundary Vessel, he could see the building's layout, and the silhouettes that were previously inside the rooms were now rushing out, some of them quickly heading towards his location.
Their speed was astonishing. As Chen Chuan turned around and started walking out, he heard chaotic footsteps outside. When he reached the hallway leading to the lobby, smoke grenades and neural paralysis grenades were thrown in his direction.
Chen Chuan glanced at his Second Self, and in an instant, they merged and charged forward, accompanied by a gust of wind. The neural paralysis and smoke grenades hadn't even hit the ground before they were swept back by his momentum.
Once outside, Chen Chuan scanned the area and saw six people scattered around the hallway, each aiming their guns at him. With a slight flick of his wrist, the sword light flashed a few times, and he swiftly passed by them.
"Bang, bang, bang..."
The smoke and paralysis grenades finally landed, but before the attackers could react, they were engulfed in a blast and a cloud of smoke.
Wu Bei witnessed the life field signal in that area flicker like a flash, and then, in the lobby, all the life field signals suddenly weakened and disappeared. He couldn't help but shudder in place, his face filled with shock.
After a while, he regained his composure and excitedly transmitted the life field signals of the others to Chen Chuan's Boundary Vessel.
Chen Chuan had already reached the fifth floor, and he noticed that a Resonator was continuously trying to interfere with and damage his Boundary Vessel, but Wu Bei had blocked all the attacks, causing the light to flicker incessantly, indicating an ongoing assault.
There was a guard on this floor, and upon seeing Chen Chuan, he immediately drew his gun.
Chen Chuan's gaze remained calm and steady, and indeed, in the Central City, it seemed like everyone had a weapon and an Armor Permit, which meant they had obtained long-term authorization. It was unlikely for anyone to have a weapon without being a Wu Yi Academy student.
With a swift twist of his wrist, the sword light flashed, and the two guards with implanted armor were instantly decapitated, their bodies falling at the entrance.
Chen Chuan proceeded inside, passing through a spacious and luxurious main hall before reaching a tightly locked door. According to his Boundary Vessel, the source of the attack was within. He reached out, grabbed the doorknob, and turned it, but instead of entering immediately, he waited. A series of gunshots erupted from inside.
Chen Chuan patiently stood in place, and the moment the gunfire ceased, he took a step forward, facing the door. He flicked a pebble with his finger, and with a 'bang,' the Resonator's head inside exploded.
Without a second glance, Chen Chuan calmly closed the door, then gracefully walked out, holding the Xue Jun Sword.
By this time, the security team patrolling the building had been alerted and rushed inside. One team guarded the elevator while another climbed the stairs.
However, Chen Chuan had eliminated the Resonator supporting them, so Wu Bei had secretly adjusted Chen Chuan's location.
As a result, when the security team was rushing upstairs, Chen Chuan, who was supposed to be on the fourth floor according to their markers, suddenly appeared right in front of them. When they saw each other, the distance between them was less than three meters.
The leading security captain was startled, but his long-term rigorous training allowed him to react swiftly. Instead of using his gun, he abandoned his control over his center of gravity and charged at Chen Chuan with all his might.
In his mind, with his own strength and equipment, he could easily knock Chen Chuan off balance. Then, his teammates would swiftly assist, either restraining Chen Chuan or using their handguns to finish him off at close range.
Chen Chuan's gaze remained calm and unperturbed. At that moment, he raised his hand and casually waved to the side.
With a loud boom, the security captain, over two meters tall and weighing more than 200 kilograms, was effortlessly pushed aside like a stuffed toy and pinned against the wall. The bricks shattered, forming a spiderweb of cracks, and the captain was embedded in the wall.
Chen Chuan deflected the next charging security officer with the flat of his blade, sending him flying into the wall and rebounding back, blocking the path of the officers behind him. Chaos erupted among the security team.
Chen Chuan shifted his center of gravity slightly and charged forward, crashing into the group. In that instant, they were like vehicles on a highway, colliding and scattering in all directions. Each officer was sent flying, crashing into the outer walls and ceiling.
Chen Chuan halted, and the bricks beneath him cracked. The security officers who had been on the wall and ceiling now fell, one by one, onto the ground with a loud thud.
Meanwhile, the security team downstairs, deceived by Wu Bei's misinformation, continued their ascent. One officer reached the lobby staircase and spotted Chen Chuan, immediately drawing his gun.
But before he could fire, the tip of the Xue Jun Sword flashed, stabbing into the officer's shoulder. Chen Chuan flicked the gun away with one hand and pushed the officer back down the stairs with the sword tip. The officer retreated, and the security team behind him scattered.
Chen Chuan backed up to the corner of the staircase, and with a swift turn, he beheaded the officer. In that instant, he exerted tremendous force.
With a swift whoosh, an Anomaly Investigation Commission officer leaped forward, attempting to apprehend the intruder. But before he could reach him, Chen Chuan extended his hand and grabbed the officer's collar, halting him mid-air with his feet still dangling.
Chen Chuan effortlessly tossed the officer aside, slamming him into the stone wall of the staircase, which crumbled under the impact. The officer lay motionless on the ground.
After dealing with these two officers, Chen Chuan descended the stairs step by step, while the other officers, despite their formidable skills, dared not approach. They nervously aimed their guns at him, watching him depart.
Wu Bei couldn't help but feel a surge of adrenaline. The security team hired by the Golden Shrimp Company to protect its assets was no ordinary force, boasting several first and second limit fighters. Yet, even this elite team couldn't halt Chen Chuan's advance.
Chen Chuan had now reached the second floor. He scanned the area and spotted a man wearing a baseball cap, his face contorted with malice.
Chen Chuan recognized this face; this man was the true killer of Xiao Man and Chong Dage. Upon seeing Chen Chuan, the man's eyes narrowed, and he slowly backed away before turning to flee.
Chen Chuan stood still, drawing his Wu Ji Spear from his trench coat. He aimed at the man and fired, instantly shattering his legs. The man involuntarily knelt and crawled, trying to escape.
Chen Chuan approached slowly, raising his hand and gently tapping the man's forehead. A series of clicking sounds emanated from the man's body as every bone, from his skull to his entire skeleton, shattered under a powerful force. His body slumped like soft mud, his flesh sagging, and even his face distorted.
At that moment, Wu Bei's voice echoed urgently, "Chen, the main members of the Golden Shrimp team have received the news and are heading your way. Should we leave?"
Chen Chuan replied, "No need. I'll wait for them."
Wu Bei's excitement grew. "Good! I'll think of something. We can't let them know the situation yet."
After saying this, Wu Bei quickly accessed the company's routine communication records, swiftly identifying individuals connected to the outsiders. Using these people's boundary vessels, he sent out several misleading messages.
On a smooth road not far from the Golden Shrimp building, a sleek car with a few security vehicles in tow was driving.
The leader of the Golden Shrimp Delegate Team, Jing Li, was on his way to the company.
As it was still during the holiday season, the team headquarters had only a few on-duty personnel and the security team. The team's elite members were mostly with him.
Upon hearing about the attack on the company's premises, his eyes hardened, but he remained cautious, instructing the resonator accompanying him.
"Check their identities."
The resonator soon reported, "I've found out. They're students from an unknown martial arts school. One of their friends was previously killed by our people."
Wu Bei had prepared this false information while Chen Chuan and Lao Qi were on their way to the Golden Shrimp building, ready to mislead them. This was the advantage of a well-prepared battle.
Inspired by Chen Chuan, Wu Bei felt an incredible surge of energy, every cell in his body buzzing with excitement. He was ready for any challenge, eager to engage in a contest with the outsiders' resonator.
Jing Li asked, "Are you sure?"
"Yes, the other side likely has a resonator too, which is why the messages from the building were delayed. But their skills are mediocre."
Within ten minutes, Jing Li's convoy arrived at the building's entrance. Along with his team, several other vehicles had gathered, totaling over a dozen.
As the vehicles came to a stop and the doors opened, Jing Li and the Golden Shrimp team's elite members emerged.
There were sixteen of them, each clad in stab-resistant suits and equipped with military-grade implants. Every one of them carried a submachine gun, a testament to Jing Li's investment in his team over the years.
With these members, even if others fell, new recruits could be easily found.
Jing Li directed his gaze towards the first-floor lobby. Just as he was about to order his team to enter, a figure emerged from the building amidst flickering shadows. It was a young man in a trench coat, a long sword in hand, and a scarf around his neck. He slowly walked out of the building.
Jing Li immediately ordered, "Fire!"
Without hesitation, the team members raised their guns and fired towards the lobby.
Chen Chuan didn't dodge. He simply raised his hand to block, standing firm. The bullets that struck him slid off harmlessly. After a brief barrage, he lowered his hand, and from within his protective gloves, bullets clattered onto the tiles below.
"At least a level three protective armor..."
Jing Li's expression changed. Something was amiss!
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(End of Chapter)
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