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Chapter 843: Departing with Friends and Foes
Chapter 843: Departing with Friends and Foes
December 29th, at Villa No. 15 on Golden Pine Lake.
The warm morning sun of winter shone upon Xingtan Lake, and the morning birds soared above the lake, their magnificent feathers dazzling in the light.
Wei Chang'an, Wu Han, Feng Xiaoqi, Luo Kaiyuan, and others from Yangzhi gathered at Chen Chuan's residence. They had been staying here for the past two days and had conducted experimental training in the underground training ground using the resources of the Chrysalis.
It was the first time they had experienced this kind of simulated environment, and they were all amazed. After trying it out, they couldn't help but exclaim at its impressiveness. Although it was a simulated field, the sensory pain and environmental feedback were as real as it gets, leaving no room for relaxation. They had to maintain a high level of tension throughout.
Under the pressure of such a realistic life-and-death crisis, they had no choice but to squeeze out every bit of potential from their bodies. The training effect was outstanding, and they wished they could spend 24 hours a day in there.
On the third floor of the villa, Chen Chuan stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, talking to Yan Yi from Fusion Frontier Corporation.
"Mr. Chen, when Miss Meng was on An Ying Island, she wanted to ask you about hiring Mr. Sang Cheng Huan as our security manager. But Mr. Sang Cheng Huan didn't give us a clear answer and said that it's up to you." Yan Yi continued, "You've been busy traveling recently, and Miss Meng didn't want to disturb you. Now that I know you're returning to Yangzhi, I'd like to ask for your decision."
Chen Chuan was aware that after his departure from Fusion Frontier, the company indeed lacked a suitable security manager, a critical position. It was challenging to fully trust someone unless they were trained by the company, as issues could easily arise.
Sang Cheng Huan had performed well during his time with Meng Shu, and with Fusion Frontier potentially expanding its maritime operations, having a disciple from Langtao Pavilion would be highly beneficial. This was likely one of the reasons Fusion Frontier wanted to hire him.
Objectively speaking, Fusion Frontier Corporation and Chen Chuan had previously cooperated for mutual benefit. He had helped stabilize the company, and in return, the company had provided compensation. Even though he had left, he was still willing to assist with these minor matters.
Chen Chuan replied, "I understand. I'll make the necessary arrangements later."
Yan Yi thanked him, "Thank you, Mr. Chen."
At that moment, Meng Shu's voice came through, "Mr. Chen, I wish you a pleasant journey. And, old friend, Happy New Year."
Chen Chuan smiled and said, "Happy New Year, old friend."
After ending the conversation, he stood by the window for a while. Just then, a silver airship slowly approached the lake, its streamlined silver airbag gleaming in the sunlight. The powerful propeller blades churned the water, creating ripples and a misty rainbow in the sun.
The airship usually docked near the Government Building's airfield, where dedicated personnel maintained and repaired it, ensuring Chen Chuan's availability for travel at any time. It was just a few minutes' flight from there.
At this moment, everyone came out of the villa, carrying their belongings. They looked up as the massive airship hovered overhead, casting a shadow over them.
Gao Ming adjusted his glasses as they all looked up, and Wei Chang'an shouted over the sound of the propellers, "This airship is truly impressive!"
The others nodded in agreement. When would they ever have such a majestic airship?
Chen Chuan walked over to them and explained, "This airship was procured by the Government Hall from the Martial Arts Council. It's made with a lot of biological materials and can self-repair damaged areas. It's not heavily armed but focuses on stability, ample space, and high speed."
Airships designed for martial artists prioritized sturdiness and spaciousness, providing ample room for their movements. Each airship had a unique serial number assigned to a martial artist. If a martial artist died or went missing, that serial number would never be used again.
Weapons were unnecessary because martial artists traveling by airship would be escorted by armed airships, capable of handling ordinary attacks.
In the event of an attack by another martial artist, the airship was useless. Initially, Wei Guozhen's airship was shot down instantly, leaving no chance for defense.
The Municipal Council's monster airship could handle regular armed forces and martial artists, but it was ineffective against martial artists. Even without launching an attack, once a martial artist unleashed their speed, there was no chance of hitting them.
As the airship docked at the nearby anchorage tower, Chen Chuan said, "Let's go."
They climbed up the metal tower's stairs to the airship, where two armed guards stood at the cabin door. Seeing Chen Chuan approach, they immediately straightened up and saluted.
Chen Chuan acknowledged them and entered, followed by the others. Indeed, the interior was spacious, beautifully decorated, and well-equipped. It could even serve as a luxurious hotel, complete with audiovisual field equipment not typically found in regular hotels.
As the attendants helped everyone with their luggage and inquired about their needs, Wei Chang'an tugged at his collar and took a seat by the observation window. He gazed downward and then around, marveling, "What a wonderful thing, my junior."
Chen Chuan smiled and joked, "Wei, keep at it. You'll have one too."
Wei Chang'an laughed, "Are you making fun of me, Wei?" He patted the seat next to him, "It seems my next goal is this. Although you, my junior, are more capable, I probably won't achieve as much as you in this lifetime. But everyone needs to have some dreams, right?"
Chen Chuan smiled again and repeated, "Wei, you'll have one."
Wei Chang'an looked at him and nodded, then smiled and said, "Now I have the confidence. Since you, my junior, helped me get this far, I have to keep it going, don't I?"
Once the airship was fully prepared, it departed from the anchorage tower with everyone securely seated. It was just past seven in the morning, and by noon, they would arrive in Yangzhi City, judging by the airship's speed.
After leaving the villa district, the massive airship flew over the central area of Bright Light District. Geng Zhen, Tai Dongwei, and Deng Fu were on patrol.
Suddenly, they spotted the enormous airship appearing above the numerous skyscrapers, flying over the dazzling neon lights. They couldn't help but look up in awe.
Tai Dongwei said, "This airship must be the exclusive one for our Director, right?"
Deng Fu confirmed, "Yes, that's the one."
Chen Chuan's exclusive airship might not be recognizable to others, but the city patrol would know it, as they had all been required to learn to identify it. Not only was Chen Chuan a martial artist of Central City, but he was also their direct superior.
Tai Dongwei couldn't help but marvel, "I never imagined the Director would reach that level so quickly. I used to think that some of my ideas were bold enough, but now I feel like I lack imagination."
"You're right to be surprised," Deng Fu said. "When have we ever thought of the things our Director does? It's the same in Yangzhi City and Central City. I believe that in the future, he'll do something even more astonishing, something that will leave Central City in awe."
Tai Dongwei and Geng Zhen nodded in agreement, then suddenly turned to Deng Fu, who said, "Hey? What are you two looking at me for?"
Tai Dongwei stroked his chin and said thoughtfully, "I'm thinking of getting a chin implant to prevent it from falling off."
Geng Zhen nodded in agreement.
Deng Fu waved his hand dismissively, "Stop joking around! Let's talk seriously. This person is also from Yangzhi, and we must seize this opportunity to form a strong connection."
Tai and Geng nodded again, and being natives of Yangzhi, they had once been part of the mutual aid society, but they had long since abandoned their dark past.
In front of the Municipal Parliament building, Quan Zhihang, the Speaker, stood behind the glass wall, watching the massive airship passing by not far ahead.
Someone behind him said, "Speaker, the supply requests submitted by that person are excessive. We had someone look into it, and it's enough to support five or six martial artists. This is a conservative estimate. If this continues, the price we pay will be too high."
Quan Zhihang said, "As long as the agreements signed after his requests do not impose reverse constraints on him, his demands are reasonable, and we must fulfill them.
Let them consider what's more important, their lives or money. If we break the agreements, we will be in the wrong. If he takes harsh action against us, he will have a justifiable reason. The Government Hall will likely be pleased to see that, and it won't be long before we get through these two or three years."
"However, we can inform the Joint Body and the Federation about our predicament and ask for their help. They won't want to see us fall, I believe."
The airship headed north, leaving the Bright Light District and passing through the Deep Unseen District. It turned north and flew over the Jiyang District, where a large transport ship in the harbor also spotted the airship from a distance.
The ship was filled with employees of Origin Corporation, carrying objects and technical equipment from the headquarters.
Mr. Chi was also on board. He stepped out of the cabin and gazed at the distant silver airship, thinking to himself, "Is he returning to Yangzhi?"
Mr. Chi was well aware of Chen Chuan's background. He had even tried to send people to Yangzhi to investigate, but upon arrival, he found that the security had been tightened, and there were people from the Administration Bureau active in the area, so he immediately recalled his men.
Mr. Chi thought about the task the company had assigned him as he stood there, watching the airship gradually disappear into the distance.
After the exclusive airship left the city's airspace, two combat airships that had been waiting outside joined it, and they flew together towards Yangzhi City.
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