Chapter 302: What Kind of Monster Are You?

Chapter 302: What Kind of Monster Are You?

"Do I have the honor of meeting the head of the Yamagami family?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere around them changed instantly.

Younger Brother's face turned ashen, and he remained silent. The other family heads also wore grave expressions.

Lu Ke's conversation had clearly revealed a deep understanding of each of them, which was understandable. In the world of the Yakuza, half of their business relied on the trade of violence, and reputation itself was a form of capital, a very heavy one at that.

The Serpent Clan was the leader of the entire Japanese underworld, the mediator, and the arbiter. In their early days, the Serpent Clan had to shed blood and tears to successfully stop the warring factions from fighting. But as their reputation grew, they only needed to show their family emblem to make other gangs back down. This was the value of a good name.

Many times, the heads of the Serpent Clan would demonstrate their family's strength to solidify their position. Most of their information was even made public by themselves. Although Lu Ke had brought up some hidden details, this was understandable.

After all, he was the one who had silently devoured three-tenths of the Serpent Clan's assets. It was impossible for him not to have his own intelligence network.

However, Yuki Yamagami was different. She was the family's secret weapon, a nuclear weapon in a different sense, and one that could be reused with precise navigation. She had always been well-protected, so much so that even those within the family, except for those of the highest status, could only catch a glimpse of her.

"I feel like they're about to attack us any second now."

Behind him, Caesar frowned and spoke in a low voice. Although the people lining the road had not drawn their swords, he keenly sensed that everyone's muscles had tensed, and a group was making slight movements, a sign of an impending attack.

"Although I don't know exactly what happened, Lu Ke's punchable face is well-known."

Chu Zihan extended a hand, feeling the raindrops on his palm, and his mind wandered slightly.

"I can't believe you convinced me. I was originally planning to help eliminate the Demon Hordes."

"The ultimate goal is deterrence. Helping the Serpent Clan eliminate the Demon Hordes is a friendly form of deterrence, but it doesn't mean that's the only path. Directly displaying force is also a form of deterrence, a more direct and pure one."

Although Caesar was more far-sighted, Chu Zihan, as a killer, had thought of violent means earlier. He spoke calmly.

"However, before we're backed into a corner, resorting to violence is always the worst option."

In the tense atmosphere, Younger Brother slowly spoke.

"The head of the Tangerine Family is the leader of the Serpent Clan. He's waiting for you at the family shrine. It's already late, and I suggest we meet again tomorrow."

He paused, "As for the head of the Yamagami family, she's had some health issues and isn't in a condition to receive guests."

"Then I'll take it as she can receive guests, but she's just not feeling well."

Lu Ke, who had anticipated this, smiled, "If I say that I might be able to make the head of the Yamagami family feel better, would you agree to let me see her?"

Upon hearing this, Younger Brother hesitated and fell silent.

Ever since discovering that Yuki and Lu Ke had met through a game, he had started investigating Lu Ke's background. The feedback he received was extensive, but it could be summarized as two main points: exceptional abilities and an air of mystery.

Indeed, Lu Corporation possessed mind-boggling technology, and the source of it all was the very person sitting before him. However, he didn't believe that Lu Ke had the ability to cure Yuki. Her condition was not something that could be resolved with advanced medical equipment alone.

In the dim night, Younger Brother watched the rain streaking across the night sky and spoke with a respectful yet firm refusal.

"Let's discuss this matter another time. This isn't the place for such conversations. The family has prepared rooms for the distinguished guests. Why don't we rest for the night and talk about other things tomorrow?"

As he finished speaking, he led the way to a black car parked nearby.

Lu Ke did not resist. He followed and got into the car, signaling Caesar and Chu Zihan to go to another car.

The black car sped through the rain.

"Did you continue your studies after graduating from Cassel Academy, Younger Brother?"

Younger Brother, who was driving, replied, "I'm ashamed to say that due to family matters, I only have a bachelor's degree."

"Is that so? I thought you were at least a Ph.D."

Younger Brother couldn't tell if Lu Ke's words were sarcastic or had a deeper meaning, "Why would you think that?"

Lu Ke spoke calmly, "Pessimism is proportional to one's educational level. The more knowledge one possesses, the clearer one's understanding of the world becomes. Eventually, personal experiences take over one's thoughts, and one loses their vibrant will, becoming a mere rock."

Younger Brother's hand on the steering wheel tightened, and his delicate face, more beautiful than a woman's, turned sharp. His piercing gaze through the rearview mirror was directed at Lu Ke.

"Since you're so confident in your abilities, Lu Ke, please allow me to ask you a few questions."

"Ask away."

"Do you have a medical license and a practicing certificate? How much clinical experience do you have, and where did you receive your training? How many major rescues have you performed, and what medical research conferences have you attended? What honors have you received?"

Lu Ke shook his head, "In fact, I've never stepped into the medical field in my life."

Younger Brother almost couldn't hold back his laughter, "Yuki Yamagami's medical team is the best in Japan, and even they can't cure her. Why should I believe that you can?"

Lu Ke: "Even the best doctors can't help her. The root of her physical ailments lies in being polluted."

"A powerful and noble source of pollution grants her powerful incantations and physical qualities. At the same time, it constantly damages her body. Destruction and rebirth coexist within her, which is why she sometimes goes berserk and wreaks havoc, and at other times, she's so fragile that she can't even stand. From the beginning, you've been heading in the wrong direction. What you've always needed is not a doctor but a scholar, someone who thoroughly understands the traits of the Dragon Race."

Although it was hateful, Hanaei's survival indeed depended on Hel Saeki. His deep understanding of the Dragon Race allowed him to devise a serum extracted from Deathstalker, which had a lower purity than the Dragon Blood within Hanaei but not so different that it would cause a violent reaction like dropping water into sulfuric acid. A single blood transfusion could slow down the erosion.

Such detailed insights shook Gen Chisei. Even Hanaei herself couldn't have such a clear understanding of her body, and even he himself didn't know as much as Lu Ke.

Lu Ke gazed out the window at the seemingly endless night rain, "Gen-kun, when do you think this rain will stop?"

"According to the meteorological bureau, it should last for two and a half hours."

"How about a bet? I bet the rain will stop right now."

Lu Ke's volume was low, but it exuded an undeniable sense of authority, as if he were issuing an order to the world.

Gen Chisei shouldn't have believed such a ridiculous thing, but when Lu Ke spoke, he couldn't help but focus his attention on the window.

The black Hummer drove through the thick rain, and the sound of the raindrops hitting the window was clearly visible, showing no signs of weakening. Gen Chisei let out a cold laugh in his heart, suddenly feeling his ears and eyes lighten.

The line of sight, which required the wipers to work continuously to see clearly, became clear. The sound of the pouring rain hitting the car body also stopped. Without any warning or a process of decline, the night rain suddenly stopped!

Gen Chisei's pupils contracted, and the blue veins on his hand bulged, almost pulling the steering wheel down. He slammed the accelerator of the black Hummer to the floor, venting the driver's inner shock as he sped along, drawing a dangerous arc. Finally, with the precise operation of the "Emperor," the car came to a steady stop at the Tokyo Peninsula Hotel.

Lu Ke casually got out of the car and lit a high cigar, "It looks like I won."

"The only problem is, I never agreed to bet with you."

Gen Chisei replied stiffly.

"You should believe in the light, Gen-kun."

Lu Ke shrugged indifferently, "Although you're already a mature and reliable adult, sometimes you can actually believe in fairy tales."

He walked straight toward the hotel, his steps relaxed. Behind him, Gen Chisei's voice sounded like a bubble illusion.

"I'll arrange for you to meet her."

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In the presidential suite, Lu Ke called Caesar and Chu Zihan to the room.

"Is there something that can't wait until tomorrow?"

"Tomorrow, you'll be busy."

Lu Ke half-reclined on the sofa, swinging the wine glass in his hand.

"Japan has quite a few hazard points. With your strength, stepping on one might put your lives at risk."

"Do you mean that I and Chu Zihan are in danger? Me and Chu Zihan?"

Caesar sounded skeptical.

"Even the two of you together might not be a match for my cousin. There's nothing to be proud of."

Chu Zihan frowned slightly, "Are you talking about the Gen Chisei who picked us up?"

Caesar didn't believe it, "Is that pretty boy that strong?"

"Do you remember the history of the Dragon Race?"

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Lu Ke spoke calmly, "Black Queen Nigghard ruled the entire world. As the progenitor, She became the group leader and created the White Queen, who was almost Her equal. The White Queen served as a priestess, assisting the Black Queen. The era of the dual queens' rule was incredibly stable."

Chu Zihan seemed to remember something, and he continued, "Then the White Queen rebelled, leading a third of the Dragon Race to betray the Black Queen. After the rebellion was quelled, the Black Queen learned from the previous lesson and created the Four Monarchs, each ruling over one of the four elements: earth, water, fire, and wind. The existing half-breeds are mostly descendants of the Four Monarchs. Only the descendants of the White Queen remain a mystery. Are you saying that the Snake Branch Eight Families are the mysterious descendants of the White Queen?"

"More or less. However, not many are truly worthy of being called descendants of the White Queen, and their numbers are dwindling. Among the existing Snake Branch Eight Families, only my little girlfriend and cousin are worthy of being called descendants of the White Queen. They are the noble 'Emperors' among the half-breeds."

Lu Ke took a sip of wine, "The White Queen controlled things that transcended earth, water, fire, and wind. Her authority was the fifth element, 'Spirit.' You should be familiar with it. The Philosopher's Stone is the substantialization of 'Spirit.' This substance is detached from the four elements, which is why it can kill the Dragon Kings who control the four elements. But for the White Queen, the Philosopher's Stone is just a supplement."

Caesar and Chu Zihan were both startled. The only known way to kill a Dragon King is to hit their core with the Philosopher's Stone. Fortunately, the Black Queen had already executed the traitor; otherwise, they wouldn't know how to deal with the White Queen if She were still alive.

"So, what's special about the descendants of the White Queen?"

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"There is a threshold for the Critical Blood Limit of Half-Dragons. Beyond this threshold, they will inevitably slip into the abyss and fall into the Half-Death's Servants. S-class is the highest standard that can maintain stability before the threshold, but the White Queen's descendants have an incredibly stable 'Spirit'. They don't have to worry about falling."

Caesar realized, "In other words, they don't have a threshold. That guy has dragon blood flowing in his veins, but he can still maintain his sanity. What does that make him? A Super Halfbreed beyond S-class?"

"This is a miracle that even Bloodthirsty Weasels can't achieve."

Chu Zihan spoke in a deep voice, "After three Bloodthirsty Weasel bursts, I'll lose consciousness. If it lasts a little longer, I'll become a Half-Death's Servant."

"So, to ensure your safety and prevent you two from meeting an untimely end, I need to upgrade you. Japan is full of Hidden Threats, and my cousin is just the tip of the iceberg on this journey. There are stronger monsters and even more hidden dangers."

Lu Ke gently swirled the wine in his glass, the amber liquid shimmering under the light. The secrets revealed had left the two in front of him speechless.

In the ensuing silence, Chu Zihan's eyes flickered for a few seconds before he suddenly spoke.

"Then, what about you?"

If the White Queen's 'Emperor' is terrifying and there are also many Hidden Threats more dangerous than the White Queen's descendants, then what kind of being is Lu Ke, who can navigate the murky waters with ease and protect both himself and Caesar?

—Just as the plane was about to take off, a late passenger who had already checked in their luggage caused a one or two-minute delay.

A tall woman sat on the aisle seat of a three-seat row, pulling out a small table in front of her. She crossed her long legs, typing on her laptop with one hand while her chest was exposed, seemingly without a bra. The man across the aisle couldn't help but stare, his gaze following the woman's chest as it rose and fell.

Feeling too obvious, the man shifted his gaze, pretending to admire the scenery while secretly observing the woman. On her laptop, he caught a glimpse of the following content:

[Research Report on the Possibility of LK's True Form being the Dragon King]



Evidence 1: Physical abilities far surpassing the Critical Blood Limit, crushing strength, speed, and endurance. Recovery ability cannot be measured as LK has never been injured or shown signs of fatigue.

Evidence 2: Diverse and unknown Incantations, exhibiting various abilities from the beginning, including but not limited to flight, enhancement, healing, manipulation of objects, and alteration of matter. Some correspond to the Incantation Cycle, while others are not found in existing known Incantations.

Evidence 3: Products surpassing existing technology and Alchemical Matrix, including but not limited to Lu Corporation's internal Black Technology, the iPhone 16pro within the hostel, the lifelike dolls in Norton Hall, the separated Noma (deleted), the gender-changing bath, and the private jet "For the Sake of You".

Evidence 4: The riot in the Dragon Tomb, where the Bronze and Fire King resides, began with the entry of LK and KS, followed by drastic changes in celestial phenomena at the bottom of the sea, and the disappearance of the Bronze City.

Evidence 5: LK, like the First Generation, is unable to bear offspring.

LK has had many partners, but none have ever conceived. There is no specific item among the garbage in Norton Hall, and no particular components have been detected in the female's body.

PS: Special forms of stimulation have been tried, but the conclusion remains unchanged.

Doubt 1: LK's daily life is completely normal, with clear video evidence for every time period.

Doubt 2: Annual physical examination results are consistent with normal humans, and there is no Dragon King corresponding to their abilities.

Doubt 3: LK rarely hides his special abilities and has never hindered the dragon-slaying business.

"Excuse me, could you please move aside? My seat is on the inside."

A slightly hoarse, sensual female voice interrupted the woman's typing, and a pair of long legs appeared in her field of view, greeting her.

The woman closed her laptop and smiled, returning the greeting.

"What a coincidence, are you also going to Japan, sister?"

The owner of the long legs chuckled.

"Your question is quite insightful. Why don't you ask if I've bought a ticket?"

The woman obediently asked, "Oh, did you buy a ticket?"

The long-legged beauty smiled, "Yuki Makai, what should I call you?"

"Just call me Fingal's Mother."

As they spoke, the last passenger made her entrance.

She carried two small bags in her hands, a thin booklet in her mouth, and her entire being radiated youthful energy. Her delicate features were like a living artwork, and her figure, though not imposing, was as beautiful as a masterpiece.

"Excuse me, please move aside."

The girl's voice was sweet, and as she spoke, the booklet fell from her mouth. Fingal's Mother moved aside and picked up the booklet, which was titled "Japan Travel Guide".

"Hey, cutie, where are you headed?"

The girl giggled, "Tokyo, of course! It would be a shame to go to Japan and not visit Tokyo."

"I think you're going straight to my heart!"

"If you weren't a woman, I'd suspect you of being a sleazy guy!"

Fingal's Mother was slightly hurt and fell silent.

At least he's a sleazy guy!

(End of Chapter)

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