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Chapter 309: Cang Hai, You Can't Escape!
Chapter 309: Cang Hai, You Can't Escape!
The following day.
Upon receiving Ice Force's command, Lone Wolf and Invincible quietly infiltrated the Dinghu Neighborhood.
Even in broad daylight, the guards patrolling the neighborhood 24/7 didn't notice how they entered.
"Let's scout the surrounding area first. If we're lucky, we might capture that kid and his family together," Lone Wolf whispered.
Invincible nodded, spreading his palm, revealing a white, murky stone the size of a bottle cap.
This was the detection stone.
When a target appeared within a fifty-meter radius, the detection stone would heat up, with the temperature increasing as the distance decreased.
This fifty-meter range included the air and underground.
The residences here were all villas, with the tallest being only three stories, so as long as they passed by, the duo could sense it.
For underground, the soil provided some obstruction, reducing the effective range to about a third of fifty meters, but it was still manageable.
Thus, the two pretended to be residents, strolling casually through the neighborhood.
However, after circling the perimeter, both detection stones showed no reaction.
After exchanging a glance, they circled again, feeling a bit uneasy.
"Could it be that the kid isn't here?"
Invincible asked.
"Impossible! Those two were seen with our own eyes."
Lone Wolf spoke with a hint of excitement.
After all, he was the one who went to gather information.
"Maybe he was just sent away?"
Invincible looked towards the central district.
"It's unlikely that a first-level mentalist and his family would be allowed to live in the black market's protected area."
Hearing this, Lone Wolf also looked towards the central area.
That place was one of the black market's key protected areas, filled with experts, and protected by array formations. If an unfamiliar presence was detected, an alarm would immediately sound.
Although they had advanced breath-concealing runes, they were useless against such arrays.
"Let's head to the alchemy chamber first. If the kid is there, our detection stones will react."
"Mhm!"
The two immediately headed towards the alchemy chamber.
The latter was not in the central district, but its defenses were even stronger.
Without advanced breath-concealing runes, they wouldn't be able to get within fifty meters, let alone a hundred meters, without being detected by psychic powers. Someone would immediately notice and arrive, as this was a crucial black market area.
However, the two managed to get as close as twenty to thirty meters without being detected, hiding behind trees.
At the same time, one of the detection stones in their hands reacted.
"He's here!"
The two were thrilled.
Great, they thought they might have come for nothing.
"The kid is inside, but with our strength, charging in would be like walking into a trap. Let's wait for him to come out," Lone Wolf said.
"Mhm, it's best to make our move at night to avoid detection."
Invincible nodded.
"But I'm curious, where is the kid's family? Logically, they should be in the outer duplex villas, but we didn't see any trace of them during our earlier scouting."
Hearing this, Lone Wolf frowned.
He understood Invincible's implication.
But subconsciously, he felt it was impossible.
Why would a newcomer's family be allowed to live in the central district?
Perhaps they were sent elsewhere.
"We'll have our answers once we capture him, and he is our primary target this time."
"Mhm."
Invincible responded and took out his phone to send a message to Ice Force.
Time passed slowly.
The two were patient and experienced, and with many people coming and going, including advanced mentalists, they remained undetected, hidden in the small grove.
Finally, nightfall arrived.
Under the cover of darkness, the two felt even more at ease.
"The detection stone is getting hotter; the kid is approaching this location!" Lone Wolf exclaimed, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
A figure named Wudi hurriedly shook off his exhaustion, his eyes sharp and focused, gazing at the entrance of the experimental building.
Two figures emerged, one after the other.
"Brother Wan, thank you for coming over again tonight to send me back." Jiang Cheng smiled, addressing the square-faced man beside him.
The man was Yang Chun's arranged bodyguard, a Seventh Rank Force Knight.
"It's my duty, and it's just an escort. No big deal," Wan Jianfeng replied with a smile, his attitude friendly.
Before coming, he had already heard from Yang Chun about the man's talent as an alchemist. In just a few days, he had advanced from a novice to a Third Rank Alchemist.
To be honest, if it weren't for Yang Chun's words, he would never have believed it. Moreover, Yang Chun had also mentioned that Third Rank was probably not the limit for this alchemist. He had the potential to become a Fourth Rank, Fifth Rank, or even a Sixth Rank Alchemist!
So, how could he not treat him well?
If he could build a good relationship with this alchemist, he might be able to save some money when buying pills in the future.
The two men walked and chatted, including Jiang Cheng, unaware that they were being watched by two people.
"Which one? The one on the left or the right?" Invincible asked.
"The one on the right."
Lone Wolf's gaze locked onto Jiang Cheng.
"The Sensory Stone will show an increase in temperature when pointed at him. It's definitely him, no mistake."
"This kid is indeed wearing a mask. He's like a dog eating shit," Invincible sneered. "Shall we make our move now?"
"Wait a little longer. We're near the laboratory, and it's easy to attract experts. Once they're further away, I'll take care of the one on the left, and you knock out that kid. Just be careful not to kill him instantly."
"Don't worry, I understand."
Invincible's face twisted into a hideous expression.
They wouldn't let those who betrayed the Dawn Society die easily!
As Jiang Cheng and his companion walked further away, they exchanged a glance and immediately increased their speed to the extreme. In just thirty to forty meters, they were almost upon them!
At that moment, Wan Jianfeng also sensed something amiss and abruptly turned around, only to see two figures rushing towards them.
"Run!"
He shouted, gritting his teeth, and charged towards the two figures.
He could tell that these two men, one a Seventh Rank and the other a Sixth Rank, posed a life-threatening danger even to him.
But there was no other choice. Jiang Cheng was only a Fifth Rank Force Knight, and if either of them caught him, the outcome would be grim.
"Seventh Rank!"
Lone Wolf's pupils dilated.
This was a bit unexpected.
But he coldly snorted and said to Invincible beside him, "I'll hold him off. You go get that kid."
"Got it!"
Invincible slightly turned and sprinted towards Jiang Cheng.
"Stop!"
Wan Jianfeng roared, and immediately, a punch flew towards his chest. He quickly blocked it with his arms, his body retreating several steps before he could dispel the force.
"Your opponent is me, do you understand?"
Lone Wolf sneered and threw another punch.
"Damn it!"
Wan Jianfeng hastily blocked the punch, a sense of helplessness rising within him.
He had been careless and hadn't noticed their intentions.
Now, no matter what he said, it was too late.
If he turned back to save Jiang Cheng, he might put himself in danger.
But if he didn't go back, how could Jiang Cheng, a Fifth Rank Force Knight, possibly stand a chance against a Sixth Rank?
He could only hope that someone would hear the commotion and come to their aid.
At this moment, Invincible sprinted towards Jiang Cheng, who seemed frozen in fear, standing motionless. Invincible couldn't help but laugh out loud, his eyes filled with triumph.
"Cang Hai! You think you can get away with this! I'll teach you a lesson!"
As he spoke, he had already reached Jiang Cheng, his right hand formed into a blade, and with lightning speed, he slashed towards Jiang Cheng's neck.
(End of Chapter)
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