Chapter 516: Decisive Action
Chapter 516: Decisive Action
After Chen Chuan finished speaking, he walked to the entrance of the hallway and gazed at the location marked on the Interdimensional Link.
He observed for a moment, and in the next instant, a loud blast echoed, causing him to disappear almost instantly from everyone's sight, leaving behind only a sunken ground and a cloud of dust.
Since he had already cleared many of the previous roadblocks, this time, the journey was much smoother, and in just a few breaths, he reached the designated location. Simultaneously, he released his psychic field, immediately locating Tu Liu.
As Tu Liu was another Third Limit Fighter among the younger generation, his psychic field was exceptionally prominent, appearing to Chen Chuan like a dazzling beacon in the dark.
Surprisingly, this individual was rather cautious, hiding inside a tall brick building, communicating with others and the Interdimensional Link only through shouting, perhaps to avoid being shot from a distance.
However, this made no difference to Chen Chuan.
After pinpointing Tu Liu's location, he lowered his center of gravity slightly, adjusting his sprinting body slightly before forcefully leaping forward. The ground beneath him cracked open, and he surged towards the building.
At that moment, Tu Liu was using the Interdimensional Link to communicate with someone, and he seemed to have received some news, causing his expression to change slightly. But just then, he sensed something, and he abruptly grabbed the assault rifle on the desk, aiming it at Chen Chuan's approaching direction.
A loud boom reverberated as the wall in front of him was smashed open.
Chen Chuan saw the gun barrel pointing directly at him, but he didn't dodge. His consciousness merged with the second self, and without altering the momentum, he charged forward.
Tu Liu's face turned sinister, and he pulled the trigger all the way down.
In both their eyes, the world suddenly slowed down. Chen Chuan's back was illuminated by glaring light, and his entire body, surrounded by flying bricks and stones, charged forward.
The rifle muzzle erupted with a burst of flashing flames, and bullets shot out one after another amid powerful tremors. However, upon hitting Chen Chuan's body, they deformed and flattened, then scattered outwards like grains of rice.
Tu Liu stared at Chen Chuan with eyes gleaming with determination, revealing a terrified expression, but soon, a hint of ferocity flashed across his face. He twisted his body, drew a dagger from his waist, and fiercely stabbed it towards Chen Chuan.
Chen Chuan extended one hand, palm facing the tip of the dagger, and quickly met the attack. As their forces pressed against each other, the dagger twisted and bent, then snapped into several pieces with a 'pa' sound. Chen Chuan's hand, following the direction of the dagger, first pressed down on Tu Liu's dagger-wielding hand, and then pushed it against Tu Liu's forehead.
In that instant, a powerful force erupted from his palm, causing the entire building to tremble.
Tu Liu was thrown backward, his body flying up from the ground and crashing through the opposite wall before landing on his back with a 'pa' sound on the ground below. The walls on both sides collapsed, showering bricks and stones.
Chen Chuan landed steadily and walked forward, looking down to see Tu Liu lying there, sprawled awkwardly.
His forehead, where he had been struck, his shattered palm, and the broken dagger were all mixed together. His limbs twitched from time to time. The previous blow had directly shaken his brain tissue into mush, and there was no hope of recovery.
Chen Chuan had seen that Tu Liu carried over a dozen wanted charges, so he had no intention of holding back.
As for Tu Liu's connection with the Swordfish Gang or the Ferris Wheel Corporation, the latter would never leave any solid evidence, so there was no need to ask further.
Due to the swiftness of these events, the people around them were still unclear about what had happened. They only heard the gunshots, followed by the sound of walls being blasted through as if by a cannonball. After a while, footsteps hurriedly approached, filled with panic and chaos.
Chen Chuan tapped the Interdimensional Link and said, "It's done here. It's your turn now."
Tu Man and the other elders couldn't hide their shock.
Tu Liu was one of the most skilled fighters in the gang, having withstood numerous attacks from the Swordfish Gang alongside Tu Nai, sustaining countless gunshot and arrow wounds. Yet, each time, he recovered at an astonishing speed.
Even if the Swordfish Gang also had Third Limit Fighters, Tu Liu, in his bravery, could fight two at once. But now, he had been killed by Chen Chuan in such a short time, not even counting Chen Chuan's travel time.
This left them in profound awe.
Was this the strength possessed by the Processing Bureau's fighters?
Tu Man and the elders exchanged glances and immediately used the Interdimensional Link to announce and explain to all gang members that Tu Liu was the one secretly colluding with the Swordfish Gang, leading to the death of their gang leader. His plan was to kill the leader first, then incite the gang members to attack the well-prepared Swordfish Gang, setting them up for a trap! Whether or not this was the truth didn't matter; Tu Liu was already dead and couldn't speak. Moreover, considering Tu Liu's actions, it wasn't unfair to accuse him.
At the same time, he instructed Tu Nai to immediately gather Tu Liu's trusted associates. If they fled, let them go, but if they didn't, they should be controlled immediately to temporarily suppress the matter.
However, it was clear that this wasn't the end of the matter. The gang leader's death couldn't be left unaddressed.
But in their current situation, they lacked the capability to retaliate, and merely being able to protect themselves was already a blessing. So, regardless of their wishes, such matters could only be postponed.
Chen Chuan left the residence and waited outside by the Gader vehicle. Soon, Tu Nai emerged and approached him, saying, "Captain Chen, I'll accompany you back."
Chen Chuan replied, "There's no need."
Tu Nai was taken aback.
"Since the matter has been clarified, there's no reason for you to return with me. I came here mainly because of Miss Deng's request. Rest assured, she's currently in a safe place and is temporarily out of harm's way. I think it's best she doesn't return to the Elephant Gang for now. After you've settled the gang's affairs, you can decide when to visit her."
Tu Nai, realizing the situation, hit himself on the head with regret, "She sought your help? If only I had believed her sooner, the old man wouldn't have been harmed!"
Chen Chuan explained, "Ferris Wheel Corporation will find ways to deal with you. It's not just your gang leader but possibly others too. You can't defend against them."
Tu Nai exhaled a sigh of frustration and said, "Thank you, Captain Chen, but..." He hesitated, "Did Xiao Xing tell you about her abilities?"
Chen Chuan understood his concern and assured him, "I haven't reported her precognitive abilities to the higher-ups. Since she trusts me, I won't disclose anything to anyone without her permission, not even in my reports."
He was well aware that exposing Deng Xing's abilities might not bode well for her personally, and it was a decision she should make herself.
"Thank you, Captain Chen," Tu Nai said gratefully. "If there's anything I can do for you in the future, please let me know. I, Tu Nai, will never hesitate."
"Good, I'll remember that," Chen Chuan promised.
He was willing to communicate with Tu Nai because, unlike Tu Liu, this man valued friendship and, despite being a fighter involved in gang conflicts, didn't abuse his strength. In the Central City's atmosphere, such a person was a rare find.
After exchanging contact information with Tu Nai, Chen Chuan got into the vehicle and drove off.
As he drove, he reflected on the situation. Ferris Wheel Corporation's move was clever; once the old gang leader of the Elephant Gang was dead, Tu Liu's faction would undoubtedly seek to rise to power.
Tu Nai, on the other hand, had the support of many elders. If a conflict erupted between the two factions, regardless of success or failure, and regardless of which of the two third-degree fighters faced consequences, the Elephant Gang would suffer significant damage.
Chen Chuan knew Ferris Wheel Corporation would have follow-up actions, but he had already reported the matter to his superiors. The Processing Bureau would consider how to handle the situation; he didn't need to worry further.
Crucially, Chen Chuan now understood why Ferris Wheel Corporation was targeting him.
It was time to consider specific countermeasures.
Canglong Corporation, for one, would surely be interested in such information.
He contacted Ni Qianqian, "Sister Ni, I've left the territory of the Elephant Gang and am heading to the Bureau. Okay, thank you, Sister Ni."
This was an arrangement he had made with Ni Qianqian to have Deng Xing placed as a witness in the Bureau, ensuring her safety. As long as Deng Xing didn't reveal her abilities, she wouldn't attract too much attention. After the situation passed, she could leave at any time.
With matters settled, Chen Chuan headed back to Wu Yi. These events had consumed much of his day, and he needed to make the most of the remaining time to focus on his cultivation.
He aimed to master everything Xue Laoshi had taught him by April.
In truth, he had already grasped the Mindshaking Hammer and Hollow Seal techniques, but their application still felt awkward. This was evident when facing off against Zhang Cheng, a master of psychic power.
In the end, he relied on his superior physical prowess to overpower Zhang Cheng, who remained almost entirely on the defensive throughout the psychic clash. Despite this, it was clear that these techniques were not simple; even Zhang Cheng, skilled in psychic power, was reluctant to engage in a psychic battle.
While Chen Chuan's solid foundation played a significant role, the techniques themselves were powerful. Once he mastered them fully, he would be able to unleash their full potential.
Upon returning to the dormitory, Chen Chuan immersed himself in cultivation, and several days passed quickly.
On the 30th, he arrived at the training class early in the morning.
It was the last day of March and, as the training would conclude before April, it was also the last training session for this period.
The training with Chen Bitong had indeed yielded results, especially in dealing with Fusion Ground Creatures. It had enhanced his practical combat abilities, particularly in enduring and dissipating powerful external forces—skills applicable anywhere. As for explosive strength, with sufficient physical fitness, he could utilize it against fighters.
As Chen Chuan pondered, Chen Bitong entered from outside.
Seeing everyone present, Chen Bitong got straight to the point, "Today is the last day of training. I will assess you, and for those who pass, I'll submit a report to the Defense Department recommending key areas for further examination and provide some rewards."
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(End of Chapter)
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