The eyes of a member of the security bureau beside Zhang Tao widened, looking as if he’d seen the most incredible thing in the world.
"What is Ripple Step? Judging by his hands sparking with electricity, I wouldn’t be surprised if he used a Tathagata Divine Palm next."
Zhang Tao glanced at his colleague with a look of disdain.
It wasn’t that Zhang Tao wasn’t surprised but rather that he had become immune to seeing so many astonishing things. It’s like someone who has seen a waterfall wouldn’t be impressed by a small stream.
As the two chatted, three more screams echoed. Turning around, they saw the three had been pierced through their chests!
"You guys go and handle that."
Zhang Tao shook his head helplessly, seemingly unwilling to get involved in these supernatural events any further.
"I think we should bring these bodies back. Maybe we can uncover some secrets."
Hearing this, Zhang Tao slapped the back of the man’s head.
"You’re quite clever, aren’t you!"
Zhang Tao laughed heartily, while the man who was slapped forced a smile, secretly grumbling.
"Why don’t you slap your own head if you’re so happy? Seriously!"
The immediate danger had passed. As time went on, and they got closer to Dragon Tiger Mountain, Zhang Tao and his team’s tension eased.
"We’re almost there, we can relax now."
Watching Dragon Tiger Mountain come into view, Zhang Tao exhaled deeply, but Lin Beichen still wore a vigilant expression.
Looking at Lin Beichen, Zhang Tao thought to himself.
"Despite his strength, he’s still a kid. But for a kid to be this alert is quite impressive."
Zhang Tao thought Lin Beichen’s vigilance was out of concern that the enemy might attack again. Considering Lin Beichen’s earlier performance, Zhang Tao decided to offer some reassurance.
"Don’t worry, we’re within the range of Dragon Tiger Mountain now. No matter how cunning the enemy is, they wouldn’t dare to strike here!"
"I hope you’re right."
Lin Beichen smiled slightly, but the feeling he got when faced with the werewolves resurfaced. He was certain that enemies were still lurking in the shadows.
Meanwhile, in the top suite of the Atlantis Hotel, Griffin received the news of the werewolf squad’s failure and reported it to Kaelmes.
"Their failure didn’t surprise me at all. But if they hadn’t failed, how else could we get Lin Beichen to lower his guard?"
Kaelmes smiled indifferently, showing no signs of sorrow over the werewolf squad’s demise. Instead, he appeared delighted. Clearly, to Kaelmes, achieving the mission was worth any sacrifice!
"When should we send the next team?"
Griffin instinctively swallowed hard, looking at Kaelmes with fear. He was terrified of becoming a disposable pawn himself at any moment!
"Since our man has already infiltrated Dragon Tiger Mountain, let him remain in standby. We’ll contact him when we need him to act!"
After receiving the order, Griffin relaxed a bit.
The one infiltrated into Dragon Tiger Mountain had a good relationship with Griffin. No matter how ruthless Griffin was, he didn’t want to see his old friend die at the hands of the enemy.
At the same time, led by Zhang Tao and others, Lin Beichen had reached the summit of Dragon Tiger Mountain. Upon arrival, Lin Beichen immediately saw the Black Hole.
Seeing the Black Hole, Lin Beichen felt something special, something elusive yet familiar.
Just as he was about to continue observing, a familiar voice came from behind him.
"I wonder if you can uncover the secrets of this Black Hole!"
Without turning around, Lin Beichen knew who it was. Given the situation, no one else would speak to him so casually but Song Xiangdong.
Prepared as he was, Lin Beichen was still stunned when he turned around. Song Xiangdong no longer had his former composed and strategic demeanor.
His eyes were full of confusion, and his furrowed brows indicated that Song Xiangdong had been deeply troubled recently!
"You aren’t like this because of the Black Hole, are you?"
As he spoke, Lin Beichen pointed at Song Xiangdong’s face. At first, Song Xiangdong didn’t react, but then he shook his head with a bitter smile.
It was clear that Song Xiangdong hadn’t had it easy lately.
"What are your thoughts on this Black Hole?"
Song Xiangdong walked straight to Lin Beichen, casually placing his hands on Lin Beichen’s shoulders, like old friends.
Hearing Song Xiangdong’s question, Lin Beichen turned his gaze back to the Black Hole. Though the sense of familiarity persisted, Lin Beichen couldn’t articulate it.
It wasn’t that Lin Beichen didn’t want to express it; he just didn’t know how to describe his feelings about the Black Hole.
But he was sure that this Black Hole was no ordinary phenomenon. Deep down, Lin Beichen felt it had an intricate connection with him!
Seeing the conflicted look on Lin Beichen’s face, Song Xiangdong felt a bit guilty. Despite all his team’s advanced equipment, they had found nothing. To expect an answer from Lin Beichen immediately upon arrival was too hasty.
"Don’t stress about it. We can take this slowly."
Song Xiangdong patted Lin Beichen’s shoulder and turned towards a nearby room. That room had been designated as the temporary command center by Song Xiangdong to monitor the Black Hole’s activity.
As he walked towards the temporary command center, Song Xiangdong’s voice came from behind Lin Beichen.
"We’ve arranged your lodging. If you need anything, the security bureau will provide it immediately!"
Without turning around, Lin Beichen nodded.
"So he’s the young man you spoke of? He does seem quite different indeed."
Inside the room, Fu Daoyi remarked with a smile upon seeing Song Xiangdong.
"Yes, that’s him."
Song Xiangdong rested his chin on his hands, looking at Fu Daoyi with a playful smile.
"What do you think?"
The question sounded like a casual jest between friends, but Song Xiangdong truly valued Fu Daoyi’s opinion about Lin Beichen!
"He seems well-suited for our Dragon Tiger Mountain."
Fu Daoyi pondered for a moment before responding seriously.
Song Xiangdong blinked in disbelief, not expecting such a brief evaluation after Fu Daoyi’s long pause.
Soon recovering, Song Xiangdong stared at Fu Daoyi in anger.
"Poaching him right in front of me, isn’t that a bit too much!"
"Come on, we’re old friends. What’s a little thing like this between us?"
Fu Daoyi waved his hand dismissively, trying to laugh it off.
"But he does possess a unique aura. Ordinary people wouldn’t sense it, but we cultivators can feel it clearly!"
Seeing Fu Daoyi’s serious demeanor, Song Xiangdong dropped his playful attitude, realizing it was the first time he had seen Fu Daoyi this serious.
"What kind of aura is it?"
Song Xiangdong inquired.