Chapter 492 – Fools Tend to Walk Further on This Path

The middle-aged man suddenly felt that there was something different about Li Hao…

It wasn’t because of his mental state or the fact that he had been beaten into such a sorry condition, but rather something hidden deep within his eyes.

Being stared at like this made the middle-aged man feel a chill down his spine.

Although it was fleeting, the illusion of being watched by a venomous snake caused the middle-aged man to momentarily lose his composure.

“What the hell is going on…”

The middle-aged man glanced at Ling Mo, feeling a bit suffocated, and let out a cold snort before walking out the door.

He didn’t realize that the eerie feeling was actually caused by Ling Mo’s mental energy.

“Li Hao,” as a Zombie Puppet, was merely a vessel controlled by Ling Mo’s psychic power.

What the middle-aged man saw in “Li Hao’s” eyes was the intense mental pressure exerted by Ling Mo’s concentrated psychic power.

Since the middle-aged man was not a superhuman with mental abilities, he couldn’t identify the source.

Bighead, who was standing nearby, was clearly not this type of superhuman either. He scratched his head and stood up, saying to Ling Mo, “Since you came back by yourself… the Regimental Commander might not punish you too harshly.”

Even he didn’t seem to believe his own words…

“Let me ask you one more thing… do you know where Ling Mo is?” Bighead asked hopefully.

“After knowing how powerful he is, do you still insist on hunting him down? How do you plan to kill him?” Ling Mo asked tentatively. “I don’t want anyone else to follow in my footsteps. Before understanding more, I don’t want to say another word, lest I harm them.”

If Ling Mo had to say such things himself, he might not have been able to keep a straight face…

But using the Zombie Puppet to speak, it became easy and natural.

Even if he wasn’t good at lying, it didn’t matter. Just look at the Zombie Puppet’s face utterly sincere (expressionless)…

Ling Mo’s underlying message was: “Know your enemy and know yourself, and you can fight a hundred battles without danger. Understand your plans well, and I’ll figure out how to trip you up.”

Bighead stared at him, thinking: Li Hao really came back on his own to face punishment. Looks like he’s determined to take down Ling Mo, even at his own expense. As for his talk about considering his comrades, Bighead didn’t believe a word of it. The advantage of a powerful force is its overwhelming control, but the downside is that its fingers are spread wide, leaving gaps everywhere.

That’s how Ling Mo managed to slip through those gaps…

But it didn’t matter. The hand was big enough, and strong enough, to crush him with a few more attempts.

The two exchanged a sly glance, and then Bighead quickly weighed his options before sharing most of what he knew with Ling Mo.

It wasn’t that he was betraying his comrades at this moment; these things weren’t exactly secrets, at least not among the Air Force Corps…

What puzzled him, though, was that Li Hao seemed interested not only in their tactics but also in who insisted on continuing the hunt for Ling Mo.

“Could it be… this guy is waiting to see who else will suffer alongside him? Haha, this time is different from before…”

The two chatted back and forth for a while. Bighead ended up revealing a lot of information but didn’t get much from Ling Mo in return.

But just as Ling Mo expected, these people would rationalize his behavior.

For instance, now Bighead was thinking that Li Hao must be holding onto this pitiful bit of information as a bargaining chip for his own future…

However, Bighead did catch a hint from Ling Mo that made him look down on Li Hao even more.

Li Hao must have been scared out of his wits…

“Although these days, it’s hard for anyone to survive, this guy Ling Mo has offended our Air Force Corps, so he deserves to die. The Regimental Commander values reputation and protects his own, and the Air Force Corps isn’t exactly a place that wastes time reasoning with people. Ling Mo made the mistake of offending the wrong people.”

Bighead shook his head with a smirk and said, “This principle was true before, and it’s true now. Some people are just out of the reach of ordinary folks. Do you really think everything changed after the Cataclysm? Naive… unfair, isn’t it? But that’s reality. You should understand this principle by now, right?”

Naive? Reality?

Ling Mo let out a cold laugh in his heart. Who’s really being naive here is yet to be determined…

“Since you’re not in a hurry to talk, let’s leave it until tomorrow.”

Bighead patted his head and stood up, leaving a sarcastic remark, “It’s getting late, Captain Li. Make sure to get some rest.”

The emphasis on “make sure” was particularly heavy, as if he was afraid Ling Mo wouldn’t catch the hidden meaning.

“Pfft… even saying a word has to go through three loops of intestines, as if talking in riddles makes them seem more sophisticated… Talking to these people is really exhausting!”

Staring at the slowly closing door, Ling Mo lay back, his body suddenly stiffened, and his attention returned to his Main Body.

Compared to this “Li Hao,” the Main Body was much more comfortable at the moment.

Although he was camping in the wilderness, leaning against Xiao Bai’s body felt quite cozy.

Unlike zombies, Xiao Bai’s body not only had warmth but was also very snug.

If not for the faint smell of blood always lingering, Xiao Bai could almost be described as a self-heating pillow.

However, what frustrated Ling Mo a bit was that, perhaps due to Black Silk’s influence, Xiao Bai had grown particularly close to Yu Shiran.

When acting alone, it was just a simple-minded creature, but once with Yu Shiran, it became not only foolish but also very gluttonous.

As a result, instead of losing weight, it had gotten even fatter.

Why get so close to a mysterious creature that wants to use you as a vessel!

Truly, it’s a fool whose intelligence hasn’t even hit ten…

Although Xiao Bai was covered in white fur, it didn’t stand out at all among the weeds.

Even the watchtowers in the distance, manned 24/7, didn’t notice that a few formidable beings had quietly appeared right under their noses.

In the wilderness, there were also many faint rustling sounds, as if something was hiding in the shadows.

However, with Xiao Bai’s “scent” perimeter and the leader-level aura emanating from the female zombies, regular zombies didn’t dare to approach.

If any brave ones did show up, they would probably be slaughtered by Yu Shiran or Xiao Bai as soon as they poked their heads out.

Yu Shiran, although prohibited by Ling Mo from eating meat, was incredibly persistent when it came to food.

In her words, “If we can’t eat it, can’t we at least kill it?”

Ling Mo extended his hand and blocked Yu Shiran’s head. This zombie Loli was stealthily crawling onto him under the cover of Black Silk…

While holding her down, Ling Mo also adjusted his position to lie more comfortably on Ye Lian’s legs. Then, he cast his gaze in the direction of the town.

Has that guy arrived yet?

Meanwhile, in F City—

A figure was moving stealthily along the base of the walls, constantly glancing around to keep an eye on the surroundings while quickly advancing.

Before the sky fully darkened, the figure slipped into an alley and then into a building at the back.

Next to the building was a foul-smelling artificial lake, but for human survivors, it served as a natural barrier.

This was the Fire Base, the headquarters for survivors organized by superhumans.

The moment Lucy stepped onto the stairs, the fatigue on her face vanished instantly.

Although she had parted ways with Ling Mo and his group near F City, it still took Lucy a long time to safely get back to F City due to her condition.

This made her even more anxious… What was happening with Ling Mo and the others now?

Had they reached the Air Force Corps, or was he, as usual, napping on those girls’ laps?

As she grasped the door handle and pushed the door open, Lucy couldn’t help but feel tense.

If her comrades in the base chose not to offend the Air Force Corps, how could she fulfill Ling Mo’s instructions?

There was even a possibility that she might be handed over as a “gift” to appease the Air Force Corps.

This was not an impossibility. After everything that had happened, Lucy realized that the Air Force Corps would not hesitate to do such things.

That massive entity was controlled by those who had been in power for a long time, like an unreasonable beast. Even if someone merely plucked a hair from it, it would use its immense strength to destroy them.

Everything was still unknown as she pushed the door open.

Creak—

Lucy’s heart leapt into her throat. She had no idea what she was about to face.

But that didn’t hinder her actions. Danger? For someone slowly mutating, the only real danger was not knowing when she might lose her sanity.

In fact, the moment she stepped through the door, Lucy suddenly felt like a ticking time bomb.

If something really went wrong, a slight provocation might cause her to destroy half of the base from the inside.

“No, no… we’re all comrades. It won’t come to that… Also, since when did my thoughts become so dangerous? It must be those girls’ influence!”

Lucy blamed all her problems on those female zombies and then slipped inside, feeling a bit guilty.

Swish!

After all her mental preparations, Lucy stepped through the door, only to be met with several gun barrels pointed directly at her.

“Am I too late?”

Lucy’s face went pale instantly. She stared at the unfamiliar faces in front of her, ready to lift her machine gun, when she saw a figure descending from the stairs.

At first glance, this person seemed quite refined, the type who could transform into a corporate executive with just a suit.

But as he got closer, his messy hair and somewhat manic eyes quickly shattered that impression.

Moreover, he looked quite haggard, with sunken eyes framed by dark circles, and a smirk playing at the corners of his mouth.

Everything about this person screamed abnormal…

“Snap!”

With a snap of his fingers, the air near Lucy distorted, and a spark suddenly appeared.

A superhuman!

Lucy stared at the man slowly approaching her, her mind racing with different thoughts.

“Hey…”

The stranger had just opened his mouth when Lucy moved.

Faced with a seemingly unhinged superhuman, Lucy decided to strike first.

Encountering unfamiliar faces at this time, and being held at gunpoint, any hesitation could cost her the chance to act!

Using her mutating body, Lucy leaped forward with a speed faster than usual. In the stranger’s wide-eyed shock, she aimed a knee at his abdomen.

But the next second, she heard a sound that nearly made her burst out laughing: “Ah hahaha…”

Thud!

The stranger suddenly moved two meters forward, just barely slipping past Lucy’s attack.

So fast!

As her attack missed and she landed on the ground, Lucy’s pupils contracted, and she quickly turned to look behind her.

This person is very strong… uh…

Lucy’s thoughts came to a sudden halt as she stared at the strange tail gas behind the stranger.

The ability to dodge so suddenly was indeed impressive, and his straight-backed figure exuded a certain masterful aura.

But any guy with an inexplicable black smoke trailing from his butt would inevitably make people unable to take him seriously.

And coupled with that vaguely familiar “Ah hahaha…”

The stranger also turned to look at Lucy, and after a brief moment, they both blurted out simultaneously:

“Are you the Lucy?”

“Are you the goofball Ling Mo invited?”

They exchanged awkward glances, one shaking his head, the other nodding…

“Let me introduce myself. I’m Yuwen Xuan, You know Yalin, right? She’s my younger cousin.”

Yuwen Xuan was slightly taken aback by being called a “goofball,” especially seeing his subordinates struggle to hold back their laughter, which only added to his frustration.

However, the moment he mentioned Li Yalin, he immediately stepped out of the shadows and mysteriously approached Lucy, asking, “How has Yalin been lately?”

Confirming Yuwen Xuan’s identity, Lucy, though filled with questions, felt a bit embarrassed about her sudden attack earlier.

So when Yuwen Xuan asked, she was ready with a lot of responses about how “her body is still fine.”

But just as she started, Yuwen Xuan quickly followed up with, “Is her life still normal?”

“What?” Lucy asked in confusion.

The two exchanged a glance, and then Yuwen Xuan suddenly blinked: “I mean… have they had any kids yet? When can I become an uncle?”

“…”

Is this something you really ask upon first meeting someone? He’s leading a group of well-armed subordinates and is a superhuman himself, yet he shamelessly asks such detailed and eager questions in front of an unmarried woman!

Even as Lucy’s expression changed instantly, Yuwen Xuan continued to look at her with an expectant expression, as if waiting for her answer.

He’s really pushing it!

“How would I know that! Do I look like someone who eavesdrops outside their door every day?!”

Lucy glared at Yuwen Xuan and quickly steered the conversation back to a normal topic: “What are you doing here?”

“Sigh… I’m so disappointed…”

Disappointed about what? Is that really something you should be worrying about?

Moreover, Yuwen Xuan’s question immediately brought to Lucy’s mind some things she was trying hard to forget. Like the strange noises she heard at night, or the girls who always seemed unbothered and left her fleeing in embarrassment…

Ah! Lucy couldn’t help but want to bury herself under a blanket.

“Ling Mo sent me here. The Air Force Corps wouldn’t team up with the F Team over something like this, but giving you trouble is inevitable. So, taking advantage of this time, I decided to come and propose cooperation…”

As Yuwen Xuan spoke, he led Lucy upstairs.

Passing by several Falcon Camp members in casual clothes, Lucy felt a sense of oppression.

These people seemed casual, but their strength appeared to be quite impressive…

Once they reached an empty room upstairs, Lucy glanced around and then directed her surprised gaze to a corner of the room.

The guy who was tied up and looking at her with a worried expression seemed oddly familiar!

Ah, right… Isn’t this the guy who was with Liu Baodong?!

Although this guy never mentioned his name, they had spent a few days together, so Lucy had a good impression of him.

After glancing at her standing companions and then at the unfamiliar tall man guarding him, Lucy seemed to understand something…

“Lucy, you’re really alive!”

A man with a Mohican jumped down from a table and walked over, speaking with great surprise: “These people just arrived earlier today and told us you were still alive. We were planning to take some people to rescue you tomorrow. I didn’t expect you to come back on your own. Welcome, welcome!”

Lucy glanced at him. This man’s name was Jianqi, another person using an alias. In the absence of a regimental commander, he was considered an elder statesman-level figure in the F Team.

In the past, everyone had a pretty harmonious relationship, but now Lucy felt somewhat uncomfortable looking at them.

The first ambush, the F Team were also victims.

The second ambush, the F Team might still have been unaware.

But now, with Liu Baodong’s companion here, Lucy couldn’t help but think more deeply.

Jianqi seemed to sense something as well. He tidied his hair and said, “These Air Force Corps people came to ask for our help in searching. According to them, not only did you not help our allies, but you also teamed up with that guy Ling Mo to go against the Air Force Corps. They said we should step up and clean house… But none of us went.”

As he spoke, he glanced at Yuwen Xuan, a hint of dread flashing across his face.

Yuwen Xuan might seem very unserious, but only those who’ve seen him go crazy know that the energy of a lunatic is not to be underestimated.

That the Falcon Camp would suddenly appear here and get involved in such a trivial matter was something no one in the F Team, least of all Jianqi, had anticipated.

Procedures? Discussions? Negotiations?

None of it!

This madman didn’t care about any of it and just jumped right into this incident.