Chapter 511: Returning
Chapter 511: Returning
The aged figure nodded in agreement, "Indeed, it's quite rare to be able to eliminate so many pests this time, all thanks to Li Qian's involvement."
"I believe the cultists will be more cautious when they attack Li Qian after this ambush."
Grandmother Gu sighed and shook her head, "This is both a good thing and a bad thing."
"The good thing is that the number of attacks will definitely decrease, but the bad news is that if an attack does happen, its intensity will far surpass anything before."
The aged figure paused for a moment, then continued, "In these turbulent times, it's both a test and an opportunity. I believe Li Qian is the hero born of this chaos."
"But he hasn't fully matured yet, and we need to provide more support." Grandmother Gu said, "You should understand better than me what a Legendary Breeder means to the school."
"Yes, that's the true essence of our school." The aged figure echoed, then shifted the topic, "Let's go check out the arrangements elsewhere; the results should be more than this."
As the words fell, the two figures vanished from their original spots.
...
At the back mountain, within the Dragon Pattern Forest, Li Qian and Li Lanying were about to leave when a loud cry echoed through the air.
Li Qian looked up and soon spotted a familiar figure descending—it was the Flame Dragon Falcon.
And standing on the dragon was none other than Wu You.
Seeing the dragon's hurried arrival, Li Qian shook his head in exasperation, "Why did you come alone?"
In truth, Wu You's arrival had been swift, but the battle had ended even faster, leaving her to see only the corpses scattered on the ground.
"I received your distress signal and came immediately." Wu You, relieved to see Li Qian unharmed, finally relaxed.
Li Qian was touched. The Wing Clan woman might not be polite with her words, habitually teasing him, but her concern for him was genuine.
Impulsively rushing over, Li Qian sighed and reminded her, "Don't be so reckless in the future."
Facing Wu You's puzzled gaze, Li Qian explained, "My distress signal to you means, at the very least, that the enemy is beyond my capabilities."
"If it's an enemy I can't handle, your arrival only adds another person to be taken down." Li Qian continued, "So, in the future, if you encounter such situations, never rush over recklessly. Finding a nearby strong individual for help is the wisest choice."
Listening to Li Qian's admonishment, Wu You's face showed displeasure, but deep down, she was actually quite happy.
The fact that Li Qian said this showed that he cared about her.
After a few words of caution, Li Qian introduced Wu You to Li Lanying and then recounted the events they had just experienced.
Hearing this, Wu You realized that it was the protection of a senior from the school that had lured out the enemy. If not for this, Li Qian, as bait, would likely have been devoured by the enemy, leaving nothing behind.
So, Wu You understood that while Li Qian spoke lightly, as if there was no danger, the reality was different, and the risk factor remained high.
Moreover, what made her more alert was that such incidents would likely reoccur, and the cultists lurking in the shadows would not give up easily.
Thus, extra caution was necessary from now on. At this moment, she had already mentally assumed the role of Li Qian's bodyguard.
Recalling her companion beast, the three returned to the school, and upon entering, they noticed something unusual.
Within the school, it was evident that chaos had ensued, and companion beasts could be seen flying about in the sky.
It seemed like they were transporting students, and Li Qian could tell what had happened. He couldn't help but frown at the sight.
Judging by the situation, there were quite a few injured students, indicating that the number of students infested with the parasite offspring from Mary Gallovy's blood golem queen was indeed significant.
If it weren't for this sudden raid and the queen's demise, exposing the infestation, these students might have caused even greater harm in the future.
"The cult organization is no longer just a scabies problem," Li Qian said, looking up at the companion beasts flying in the air and muttering to himself.
Li Lanying agreed, "We must strike them with the harshest measures and not let them continue to spread their poison."
After a brief conversation, the three fell silent.
Wu You was sent back to the Third Secret Realm, continuing to oversee the Emerald Research Base, while Li Lanying was escorted to the girls' dormitory. Without wasting any time, Li Qian returned to his dorm in Xianya Courtyard.
...
That night, Li Qian sensed Lu Tianjiao's return and sent him a message.
A moment later, Lu Tianjiao leaped over from the neighboring balcony.
"It's so late, and you called me here. What's going on?" Lu Tianjiao, unaware of Li Qian's expression, sat down casually and complained as he spoke, "Today, something happened at school, but I don't know what it was. It was chaotic, and many teachers were busy."
Li Qian looked at Lu Tianjiao, his expression somewhat dejected. "I know what happened."
Lu Tianjiao, upon hearing this, immediately became interested. "You know what happened, so tell me quickly!"
Li Qian sighed and spoke calmly. "A blood golem queen infiltrated the school, and its strength was terrifying, reaching the Holy Spirit rank."
"The school's elders set up an ambush and eliminated this Holy Spirit rank blood golem queen."
"The queen's death caused the parasite offspring infesting many students to die as well, leading to their unconscious state and the ensuing chaos..."
"So that's what happened!" Lu Tianjiao's face showed realization, and he immediately asked, "By the way, you called me here, right? It's not just because of this, is it?"
After spending a semester together, Lu Tianjiao had a good understanding of Li Qian, so he asked directly.
Li Qian smiled bitterly and continued, "I was involved in this. In fact, I was part of the plan devised by our school's elders."
He looked at Lu Tianjiao and asked, "Do you know who the blood golem queen infested?"
Lu Tianjiao shook his head. After a moment, he seemed to remember something and suddenly froze, "It can't be..."
Li Qian nodded and sighed, helplessly uttering a name, "Mary Gallovy!"
"Where is she now?" Lu Tianjiao asked, although he had already guessed the outcome.
Li Qian shook his head. "That's why I called you tonight. You know her, and you're both from the same place."
"As for her, you've probably guessed it already!" Li Qian paused for a moment, his voice low, and said, "She... won't be coming back!"
(End of Chapter)
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