For the first time, several hidden individuals within the security force suddenly attacked Lin Beichen using sniper rifles and other special weapons, yet none of them managed to harm Lin Beichen in the slightest.
Instead, Lin Beichen suddenly struck, using a gale that whipped up and directly blew these assassins down the mountain, causing them to shatter their bones upon impact.
By the time medical personnel discovered their bodies, they were unrecognizable, having been gnawed on by wild beasts.
The second wave of assassination involved dozens of assassins descending from the sky, armed with a variety of weapons, thoroughly prepared. They coordinated their attack the moment they landed, striking from every corner simultaneously.
They thought that with such a disciplined team, capturing Lin Beichen would be as easy as flipping the palm of a hand.
Yet the young man standing in Jiulong Pool seemed as if sent by the heavens, merely waved his hand, and countless sprays transformed into water dragon-like bullets that easily penetrated everyone.
Despite their utmost efforts, none of these dozens of people could get within a hundred meters of Lin Beichen.
According to those who survived, such a terrifying individual was referred to as a Celestial Gate master in the cultivation realm, among the most elite in existence.
Not only transcending the laws of time, but they can even grasp a sliver of the Power of Heaven and Earth, and can easily endure bullets with their physical bodies; it’s nothing to them. Among the strongest, some can even summon wind and rain, and call forth thunder.
Xiang Island indeed has numerous cultivators, but those reaching this level are truly rare.
The continuous two assassination attempts made no impact, and the third attempt alarmed the security chief of Xiang Island.
Indeed!
The two assassination attempts against Lin Beichen were not carried out in private by certain forces but were officially sanctioned assassination missions.
In their view, regardless of who Lin Beichen was, regardless of Lin Beichen’s significant status, he shouldn’t be causing trouble in Xiang Island, especially since Lin Beichen had offended the Zheng Clan and killed Zhou Kuangtian’s beloved disciple.
The security chief, whether wanting to ingratiate himself with both parties or merely wanting to eradicate an uncontrollable presence, had to first test the waters.
He had his stance, but Lin Beichen also had his methods.
If others don’t consider him, naturally, he won’t consider others either.
This security chief acted twice without giving any prior notice, nor did he ask why Lin Beichen came to Xiang Island.
Lin Beichen had long decided that after handling this matter, he would kill who needs killing, and punish who needs punishing.
The top echelons of Xiang Island, their positions should have changed long ago.
Some people flatter the great clans too much and forget their roots.
And this security chief, unaware that his death was near, summarized the lessons from his two consecutive failures and launched a third assassination attempt.
In this third attempt, he directly deployed multiple armed helicopters, dispatched the most elite tactical unit to attack simultaneously from high ground and low, even using high-explosive bombs, shotguns, and anti-tank sniper rifles as weapons.
In the surrounding area of Jiulong Pool, dozens of heavy armored vehicles were on standby, waiting for a command to rush in and clear all obstacles.
At this level of armament, even in war-torn areas, it could serve as the ace of certain warring groups, special teams tasked with assassination missions.
The security chief thought he had victory in his grasp, believing he could surely deal with Lin Beichen, but he was celebrating too early.
Before he could rejoice, an angry shout suddenly reverberated through the sky, followed by countless clouds swirling above, and a whirlwind descended from the sky.
Amidst the gale, there seemed to be some special energy that instantly severed the meridians of these armed personnel.
This special tactical team, capable of eradicating terrorists, was severely hit on the spot, with several of its members sustaining especially severe injuries. If not for Lin Beichen deliberately showing leniency, they would have died miserably.
After three rounds of action, they failed even before breaking into Jiulong Pool.
Even the dullest of minds would realize it was futile.
The commanding group urgently discussed and finally concluded one point.
To counter Lin Beichen, they could not simply use the special tactical team; no matter how robust their armament, they were mere mortals and utterly incapable of opposing Lin Beichen.
They must deploy missiles and even intelligent firepower systems to conduct comprehensive fire suppression to potentially harm Lin Beichen.
But this level of weaponry was beyond the security chief’s range of authority.
Though Xiang Island is Xiang Island’s, its armed forces were limited, and for nearly a hundred years, they never controlled their armed forces; back when they belonged to another country, they didn’t even have their own security force.
Now, though they gained some level of autonomy, they remain restricted nonetheless.
Heavy firepower was entirely impossible for them.
The security chief was utterly helpless, so he could only adopt a more gentle approach, hoping to persuade Lin Beichen to surrender.
However, the expert negotiator had just arrived at the edge of the pool when a sudden gust of wind swept him up into the air and back onto the mountain.
"In my life, I’ve never seen anyone as strange as this."
A young man in special protective gear looked at Lin Beichen in Jiulong Pool with a face full of admiration.
Though young, he held a high position, just under those directly responsible like the security chief.
Around him, several senior captains silently stood behind, filled with respect for the young man before them.
Wu Qingshan, the most outstanding of Xiang Island’s new generation, possessed incredible strength and rose to fame early in life.
Under 25, he challenged masters of 30 nations without a single defeat.
And in just under 10 years in the martial arts world, he became unbeatable, choosing to join the security force afterward.
Upon joining the security force, Wu Qingshan repeatedly cracked major cases, the most remarkable being the hostage situation at Bai Ren Building two years ago.
Bai Ren Building, old and due for demolition, was seized by a group of terrorists holding more than 200 elderly, weak, sick, and disabled as hostages, demanding a ransom of a million each.
Faced with billions in potential payouts, plus the terrorists’ threats, Xiang Island couldn’t comply. Seeking experts, they tasked the security forces with resolving the situation.
Cultivators saw the situation but lacked confidence, as the Celestial Gate had not yet opened and even masters in the Death Gate Realm couldn’t guarantee they could rescue all 200 hostages.
In the critical moment, Wu Qingshan bravely stepped forward, entered Bai Ren Building alone, and controlled the situation by eliminating just two armed individuals.
In post-event interviews, he revealed using only a small amount of force and employing psychological tactics to make the armed personnel fall apart from within.
Yet Wu Qingshan didn’t claim all the credit, proactively sharing some with the security team.
This gesture instantly won over the hearts of the security division.
Wu Qingshan was efficient, capable, thoughtful, and importantly, good-looking.
Thus, within a few years in the security division, he rapidly became the leader amongst the internal youth, adored by many men and women alike. Even externally, several noble young women were enamored with him, hoping to earn his affection.
"Wu Qingshan, this guy doesn’t seem like a terrorist. Do you see any hint of a fugitive’s aura of desperation in him?"
Beside Wu Qingshan stood a middle-aged man, his face weathered and full of experience.
Though he wore a security uniform, when he looked at Lin Beichen, he didn’t harbor the same resentment others did.
He donned the security uniform only to maintain neighborhood order, not to be a servant to powerful clans.
Under the orders from the Zheng Clan and high command, Lin Beichen was a desperate fugitive by any means necessary.
But he discovered through subtle clues that this wasn’t the case.
"From my investigation, he’s a student from an inland university, also serving as a professor, young and promising, and even has some renown in the research field.
This kind of person suddenly coming to Xiang Island for kidnapping and ransom seems strange to you, doesn’t it?"
The middle-aged man said coldly.
Upon hearing this, Wu Qingshan smirked, flicking away a cigarette butt.