Chapter 568: The Deep
Chapter 568: The Deep
Inside the vehicle, Mr. Pan felt uneasy.
Truthfully, he didn't want to take this route, not only because the environment here made people feel uncomfortable, but also because the Plague Cult had a terrible reputation even in the lower city, and most people avoided it.
However, he had no choice. If he didn't point out a feasible route today, he might not be able to get off the vehicle.
But as the vehicle moved forward, he also felt a deep sense of unease, not only because the light here was dim, but also because, aside from the vehicle's own noise, there was no sound outside at all.
The deep tunnel ahead seemed to plunge them into an endless abyss, making it incredibly oppressive.
Che Gaoyi narrowed his eyes; they had been driving for over half an hour, but they still didn't see an exit. Moreover, he noticed something peculiar—the graffiti on the walls was repeating.
The memory of a Tier Three Combatant was usually excellent, and he had an even better memory. With just a glance, he had memorized all the patterns.
They weren't heading towards their destination; they were going in circles!
After discovering this, he immediately said to Jie Ping, "Stop the vehicles!"
The entire convoy came to an immediate halt.
"All vehicles, report and inspect your vehicles," he ordered.
Each armored vehicle reported to him, but soon they realized that one vehicle was mysteriously missing, and they had contacted it just five minutes ago.
Mr. Pan felt increasingly uneasy, and rumors about the Plague Cult kept flashing through his mind. "Mr. Che, this..."
Che Gaoyi coldly said, "Don't panic."
Although a vehicle had gone missing, no one had attacked them during the journey. This meant that the people hiding in the shadows either didn't want to fight them head-on or didn't have the ability.
He instructed, "All vehicles, contact each other every two minutes. Now, follow my lead and retreat."
He turned his vehicle around and led the way. At this moment, every detail of the route they had taken, including the changes in the wall patterns and the various marks on the ground, appeared one by one in his mind.
He didn't need to look at the actual road; he just led the convoy back along the traces of their journey.
At this moment, his observation was as sharp as a keen consciousness.
After more than half an hour, they successfully retreated to the original entrance of the tunnel.
"We're out," Mr. Pan said, looking at the familiar glow of the Sun Vine outside. His tense mood relaxed, and he breathed heavily in his seat.
But after checking again, they discovered that another vehicle was missing.
Everyone was shocked. They had all contacted each other just after leaving; how did this vehicle disappear again? They weren't afraid of a direct fight, but this situation, which defied common sense, made their scalps tingle.
Che Gaoyi was the only one in the convoy who remained calm. He didn't intend to look for the two missing vehicles because the split bodies they were transporting weren't there, and he couldn't stop for the sake of two vehicles and the people inside.
Mr. Pan cautiously looked at him, "Mr. Che, what should we do now?" Both roads were blocked, and he didn't know what to do. He was genuinely afraid that the other party would take him out in a fit of rage.
Che Gaoyi decisively said, "Let's go back to the previous road and break through from there."
Although charging through the Processing Bureau's checkpoint wasn't a good idea, it was the only way out for them at the moment, better than facing the unknown.
Under his command, the convoy restarted, and as they left, he took one last look at the seemingly endless, deep tunnel behind them.
In Hongsheng District, at the square where the rift had disappeared, Chen Chuan wore a cloak and sat in an armored vehicle, drinking a hot beverage provided by the Response Force.
He looked at his palm; Chen Bitong's last punch had transmitted a mental force to him, and he felt there was some information inside, but he needed to raise his spirit a little more to see it.
However, it wouldn't take long.
He felt he was just a little short of reaching there, just a little bit, and the day was still long; he had a chance.
Even if it wasn't for this, but for the Pure Essence that would come later, he had to advance his mental power to have a chance to obtain more.
After finishing the hot drink and resting for a while, a sound came from Jie Ping, and he took a look and connected.
"Specialist?"
Specialist Liang's voice came from inside, "Captain Chen, I know you must be exhausted after handling matters here, but I have to trouble you again. You are the most suitable person for this task."
Chen Chuan said, "Please go ahead, Specialist."
Specialist Liang said, "Currently, several split bodies have been lost outside, and we suspect that Allied Heavy Control Company has accepted the task of transporting the split bodies. Their convoy is already on its way to the underground city."
An hour ago, our hidden checkpoint at a concealed exit detected someone attempting to pass through, presumably from Allied Heavy Control. Although there has been no news since, they are likely searching for other exits.
The situation in the Lower City is extremely complex. Our personnel find it challenging to infiltrate and are not trusted. We know that Fusion Boundary Company has supported an underground logistics group there, and you still hold the position of Security Supervisor for the company. It will be much easier for you to operate there than for us.
Therefore, we hope you can go there and try to intercept Allied Heavy Control's convoy.
Chen Chuan contemplated for a moment and asked, "To what extent does the Defense Department allow me to act?"
Commissioner Liang spoke in a grave tone, "I am authorizing you on behalf of the Defense Department and the Government Hall. You are permitted to use all available means regarding any matters related to the Split Bodies. During this time, whether it's communication, liaison, or team support, they will all comply with your requests."
I have only one request: do everything possible to intercept this convoy in the Lower City. If you find the Split Bodies, confirm and destroy them on the spot."
Chen Chuan understood and assured, "Commissioner, I comprehend and will take care of it."
Commissioner Liang said, "Captain Chen, I've already sent a dedicated convoy to pick you up. The Lower City is different from other places, so be cautious."
Chen Chuan thanked him, and the call ended.
After a while, he heard an armed convoy approaching from a distance. He got off the vehicle and stood in the middle of the road.
The convoy stopped not far ahead, and the temporary leader inside got out efficiently and saluted him. Then, he stepped aside.
A security guard brought a brand new set of Executive Captain's attire, including a new sword.
Chen Chuan took a look and changed into the uniform right there. After putting on the hat, someone helped him put on the protective suit, and he tightened the protective gloves, glanced around, and boarded the armored vehicle.
The convoy quickly turned around and drove out under the watchful eyes of the emergency response team.
At this moment, flickering rifts could still be seen on the road from time to time, although some of the previous rifts had disappeared. As long as the splitting period hasn't ended, more rifts will emerge.
Fortunately, these rifts also appear above the Spider Mother's body, keeping them within this range. Otherwise, the Lower City might be even more chaotic than the Upper City.
Chen Chuan used the frequency provided by the Defense Department to contact Fusion Boundary Company and located Lan Shen Nan through the company's dedicated frequency. After exchanging information, they agreed to meet at a designated spot.
Within minutes, the convoy entered the Lower City through the nearest tunnel entrance.
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Half an hour later, the convoy arrived at the tunnel entrance, where Lan Shen Nan was waiting on a two-wheeled motor vehicle, followed by thirty armed handlers.
The vehicle stopped, and the window rolled down. Chen Chuan, sitting inside, looked over and said, "Captain Lan."
Lan Shen Nan was slightly dazed. Seeing Chen Chuan wearing a peaked cap and a protective suit inside the vehicle made her feel very different from the past. She felt a bit tense.
She composed herself and said seriously, "Mr. Chen, we received a message from the company, asking us to cooperate fully with you.
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Chen Chuan instructed Jie Ping, "Keep the vehicles carrying the Field Creatures and Information Interference Devices, but everyone else should evacuate."
Since they had received instructions from higher-ups, the convoy's armed personnel didn't hesitate. They left behind the equipment-carrying vehicles and immediately departed.
Chen Chuan said, "Captain Lan, can your people handle these devices?"
"Yes, they can," Lan Shen Nan replied.
Lan Shen Nan had the motor vehicle moved to the side and instructed her subordinates to receive it. She then entered Chen Chuan's vehicle. At this point, she was less tense than before and said, "Brother Chen, are you looking for Allied Heavy Control's convoy?"
Chen Chuan nodded, "Yes, they are. They have a very important item on their vehicle, and they want to transport it out of the Lower City. Can you help, Captain Lan?"
Lan Shen Nan confirmed, "Their movements are too conspicuous, and we've been monitoring them. We can probably guess where they're headed."
Chen Chuan nodded, "In that case, Captain Lan, please lead us there now."
(End of Chapter)
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