Chapter 588: Clearing Out
Chapter 588: Clearing Out
Inside the tower, Wu Qi's injuries were gradually healing, and Xu Chan stood opposite him, but he didn't dare approach carelessly.
Wu Qi's spiritual power was continuously radiating outward, forcing Xu Chan to concentrate and solidify his own spirit. This made it difficult for him to draw power from another world.
Ordinary Heart Force, even if it could hit its target, still lacked sufficient lethality. When he struck earlier, he realized that apart from Wu Qi's sturdy exoskeleton, the mutated muscle fibers within were also incredibly strong and elastic, providing excellent resistance against Heart Force. This was without even considering its extraordinary regenerative abilities.
Relying solely on himself, he could indeed inflict significant injuries, but it was impossible to take Wu Qi down directly. Judging by the situation at the rear, it seemed they didn't require him to go that far; as long as he could hold Wu Qi back for a certain period, that would suffice.
He didn't need to know the specific plans of those behind him; he just needed to follow their instructions.
The empty tissue within Wu Qi's regenerative membrane was gradually growing, and after a short while, the originally damaged parts of its body, including the seemingly broken bones, seemed to heal, making it look brand new.
At this moment, all the compound eyes that had regrown on its face and chest were fixed on Xu Chan, undoubtedly identifying him as the greatest threat in the field.
Xu Chan stared back at it without flinching, his spiritual power acting like a reef, resisting the waves of impact from the opposite side. At this moment, footsteps sounded from behind, and the team members who had been knocked away earlier arrived and stood behind Xu Chan.
Their injuries had also recovered through the release of essence blood.
Captain Wang looked up and reminded, "Captain Xu, it's about time to take care of that guy."
Xu Chan replied, "There's no need to rush. I've already asked the rear to send over the equipment, and it should be here soon."
Just as he finished speaking, two loud bangs sounded from the square outside, as a nearby airship from Heaven's Center dropped two boxes from above.
The remaining member of the Pioneer Team on the square walked over.
To deal with different types of active consciousness entities, different tools and equipment were required. They hadn't known Wu Qi's details before, but after the previous probing, they had a good understanding, and now they could use targeted weapons.
He slapped the two boxes open, revealing a custom-made large net and some ropes with short spears attached. He grabbed these items and walked into the tower.
"Captain Xu, the equipment is here."
As he spoke, he flicked his hand, and the ropes and nets landed in the hands of the people present. With the equipment in hand, everyone's focus intensified, and their confidence soared.
They watched Wu Qi closely; this creature's two pairs of legs could move freely in all directions, and its compound eyes and sensory organs were almost everywhere on its body, leaving almost no blind spots. Logically, if such a creature were to move, its lethality and attack power would increase by several folds.
But up until now, no matter how they attacked, it refused to leave its original position, almost like a target willingly allowing them to strike, completely abandoning its advantage.
It was clear that it was only trying to block the rear entrance. The most important figures of the Ferris Wheel Corporation should be behind that entrance, and to protect them, it couldn't leave that spot. We can take advantage of this," Xu Chan thought.
He grabbed a short spear and pulled the specially made long rope attached to it, feeling its toughness and durability to be satisfactory.
Ideally, using the Dragon Coiling Sinew Rope from the Yang Shen would be the best option. All they needed was for someone to restrain it in front while he executed the Heart Force technique, and they could easily bind it.
Even if this consciousness entity could break free, it wouldn't be able to do so instantly, and during that time, they could apply more restraints.
But since the person was no longer there, they had to make do with the tools at hand.
At this moment, Xu Chan clenched his fist, looked up, and ignoring the continuous mental pressure from the opposite side, a faint light flashed in his hand as he threw it forcefully towards Wu Qi.
Wu Qi noticed his action and immediately tried to dodge, but the attack was too swift, and to ensure success, Xu Chan charged forward as he threw the spear, and just as Wu Qi sidestepped, but the short spear had already pierced through its body and embedded itself deeply into the ground behind it with a thud.
Simultaneously, Lu and Wang, standing behind Xu Chan, each grabbed a corner of the large net and leaped forward, covering Wu Qi with the net.
Wu Qi instinctively tried to dodge, but at this moment, Captain Xiao Hu Zi suddenly stepped forward, assisting Xu Chan, who was slightly dazed from the mental impact, and pulled the rope, preventing it from breaking free immediately.
Although, as Wu Qi struggled, the short spear embedded in the ground was pulled out with a bang, it was a moment too late, and the net covered its head.
Next, the team members only needed to drive the spears at the net's corners into the ground to secure it.
However, at this moment, an unexpected change occurred on Wu Qi's body. At the place where its exoskeleton covered its shoulders, sharp bone blades suddenly sprouted like blooming flowers, supporting the net. Then, its shoulders extended outward, and with a few tearing sounds, the specially made net was torn apart.
The last remaining team member, seeing this, picked up another short spear, preparing to bind Wu Qi again when it had no chance to dodge. But at this moment, Wu Qi let out a loud roar, and a powerful mental shockwave stronger than before caused the team member and the others to stagger, slowing their actions involuntarily.
And in that brief moment, Wu Qi completely tore the large net apart, causing their attempt to fail.
At the same time, on the submarine below the building, several directors of the Ferris Wheel Corporation, who had been watching Wu Qi being trapped in the net, tensed up. But as they saw Wu Qi successfully escape, they all breathed a sigh of relief.
However, it was clear to everyone that Wu Qi's current situation was too passive, and the correct approach would be to allow it to move freely. Yet, no one seemed willing to bring up this topic.
At this moment, Director Eagle Tail spoke up, "There's still no news from the shore, and it's highly likely that they've been intercepted. I think we should send another team to try again."
The other directors considered his words and agreed.
After such a long time, there was still no response from above, which likely confirmed Director Eagle Tail's suspicions. Sending another team was a sensible decision, so they quickly approved it.
Upon receiving this order, Guan Shangjing could only spare six members from his twenty-person defense squad and have them join ten armed security personnel to continue their journey to the shore from underwater.
Once Guan Shangjing confirmed this, Director Eagle Tail spoke again, "Gentlemen, in my opinion, we should temporarily leave this place. Our presence here restricts Wu Qi's movements, and if we leave, it can move freely."
Immediately, a director objected, "But it's not safe outside, and it will be difficult to know what's happening if we leave. I disagree with leaving."
Another director spoke up, "Wu Qi's existence is to ensure our safety. If we go to an unsafe place, what's the point of having Wu Qi?"
"An impudent proposal, Director Eagle Tail. You're putting the lives of the directors in danger."
Facing the accusations, Director Eagle Tail bowed slightly in his seat, earnestly saying, "Please don't worry, esteemed directors. I have a proper solution."
The chairman of the board gestured for everyone to quiet down and spoke solemnly, "Director Eagle Tail, what is your solution? If it's reasonable, the directors will surely accept it."
Director Eagle Tail slowly raised his head, his face taking on a peculiar expression, "It's simple. If all of you are gone, Wu Qi will no longer have anyone to protect, so it won't stand there as a hindrance. Instead, it can move freely."
"Director Eagle Tail, what foolish words are you speaking!"
"Don't joke around at a time like this."
One director, believing he was speaking nonsense, pressed the alarm button under the table, ready to call for help if the situation turned sour.
Director Eagle Tail, his eyes taking on a stranger gleam, said, "Don't you all think this is the right thing to do?"
A director shouted, "Director Eagle Tail, I've told you, this is no place for jokes!"
Director Eagle Tail smiled, "I'm being serious with all of you," and just then, a massive shadow appeared on the wall behind him, dimming the once bright lights of the meeting room.
A director, sitting close to him, stood up in shock and punched the alarm button. He then ran towards the door, but after just two steps, he tripped and fell to the ground, his legs twisting into a tangled mess. He let out a bone-chilling scream.
Another director, seemingly skilled in martial arts, swiftly drew his long sword and jumped onto the meeting table. He shouted and swung his sword towards Director Eagle Tail.
But after taking just two steps, he realized he had stopped his sword and placed the blade against his own neck. With a fierce determination, he slashed his neck, nearly severing it.
Apart from the chairman, who remained calm, the other directors stood up in shock and retreated, saying, "You... you're not Director Eagle Tail."
Director Eagle Tail smiled enigmatically, "I am. How could I not be?"
As he spoke, the directors' limbs began to disobey their commands. In their terrified gaze, they grabbed their own necks and twisted them with a sickening crack, their faces turning towards their backs. One by one, they collapsed.
The chairman stared at Director Eagle Tail, "Are you Him? What are you planning?"
Director Eagle Tail smiled, "Isn't this better? I reduce the burden on the Ferris Wheel Corporation, and Wu Qi can break free from its restraints and fight humans."
The chairman, still maintaining his composure, said, "We can still cooperate..."
Suddenly, his expression changed, and his trembling hand rose, holding a gun aimed at his own head.
His face flushed, and veins popped out on his neck as if he was trying to stop himself, but to no avail. His hand remained resolute, and he pulled the trigger.
Director Eagle Tail watched with a smile, and a gunshot rang out. The body across from him slumped on the meeting table, and the room was now filled with corpses.
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(End of Chapter)
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