Chapter 365: 365. Chapter 365: Gods Block, Gods Slay

365. Chapter 365: Gods Block, Gods Slay

How is that possible!

Upon hearing this, the drowsiness in Gu Zhangjun's eyes faded considerably.

"A fourth‑grade defensive treasure costs at least tens of millions; if it's mid‑grade it can reach over a hundred million—he couldn't even use it himself in time, so why give it to that brat? Do you think he's an idiot?"

"This is just a precaution, isn't it?"

Huang Xing replied with a smile.

"If he happens to have a low‑grade fourth‑grade defensive treasure on him, even my S‑grade alloy battle knife would take a while to get through, so I'd like to ask you, Fifth Young Master, for one or two mid‑ to high‑grade fourth‑grade talismans, or a better alloy battle knife."

Gu Zhangjun frowned upon hearing that.

"Don't you already have an S‑grade battle sword in your hand? Even if you delay a bit longer, what difference does it make? Could anyone else do anything to you?"

"I'm not worried about others, but if Gu Zhangkong shows up, it could become troublesome. He hasn't reached Grandmaster level, but if he arrives carrying some powerful talismans, it's hard to say, and moreover…"

Huang Xing hesitated, then said, "Although I'm carrying something that masks my aura, it can't be completely concealed; the higher one's spiritual power, the easier it is to notice that I'm wearing it, so he might well suspect us."

"Then let's wait until he arrives and decide then."

Gu Zhangjun was very displeased with Huang Xing's timid, wavering behavior.

"Uncle Huang, you're a Grandmaster—you could take on ten Level‑10 Force Warriors, let alone three or four; dealing with an eight‑ or nine‑level Force Warrior is child's play. So let's leave it at that: I hope your next call tells me you've captured the person, not that you're coming to complain. As soon as possible—I want to see them by tonight at the latest."

Having said that, he hung up the phone, muttering curses under his breath.

"Conscience aside, haven't I been good enough to him normally? The fourth‑grade low‑grade defensive treasure on Huang Xing, his S‑grade alloy battle knife, and all his usual cultivation resources—weren't they all given by me?"

And now he's coming back to me asking for something even better.

He's not so easily fooled!

"Sigh."

Hearing the dial tone from the phone, Huang Xing let out a soft sigh.

He also knew that, given Gu Zhangjun's personality, the chances of success this time were slim.

"If that's the case, we'll wait for Gu Zhangkong to leave and then get ready to act."

He glanced at the Experiment Building, a sharp light flashing in his eyes.

Gu Zhangjun had already said that they would see the person tonight.

If he behaves the same as yesterday and waits until evening, Gu Zhangkong might show up together with Jiang Cheng again, leaving no chance to strike.

……

In the Alchemy Room.

Gu Zhangkong watched Jiang Cheng refine a batch of pills.

Using just one portion of medicinal ingredients, he successfully produced five or six low‑grade Awakening Pills, clearly at the entry level.

"Not bad, not bad, Junior Brother Jiang—I knew you could do it."

Gu Zhangkong laughed.

Jiang Cheng smiled back at him.

He knew Gu Zhangkong was under great pressure, so it was also necessary to show his progress to put the other at ease.

"All right, I won't disturb you—keep refining and do your best." Gu Zhangkong patted Jiang Cheng on the shoulder, then left, gently closing the door behind him.

For the time being, he planned to train his spiritual power right here, since cultivating spiritual power doesn't require fists, legs, or weapons—just a quiet environment.

However, as the overall person in charge here, some unexpected matters still need his attention, so staying all day isn't realistic.

In the blink of an eye it was noon; Gu Zhangkong received a call, answered with two 'yes's, hung up, and headed outside.

"Finally out."

Seeing this, Huang Xing's teeth itched with anger.

He had thought Gu Zhangkong would come out soon, but who knew he'd wait an entire morning! Still, he didn't rush to act, in case Gu Zhangkong went out and came back, which would be awkward.

After waiting a few more minutes on the spot, he finally rose, gripped an alloy battle knife in his right hand, and in the blink of an eye rushed into the laboratory.

"Who goes there!"

"An intruder!"

"Halt!"

Moments later, several Spiritual Thought Masters detected his intrusion—"whoosh whoosh whoosh."

Several tearing‑through‑the‑air sounds rang out.

Several psychic weapons shot toward his vital points with lightning speed.

Huang Xing's eyes flashed with contempt; he raised his hand and a few sword‑light arcs sliced the psychic weapons in two, scattering them across the floor.

"What!"

Several Spiritual Thought Masters' faces changed dramatically.

Bear in mind that among them are Ninth‑level and even Tenth‑level Spiritual Thought Masters; at sufficient range, even a same‑level Tenth‑level Force Warrior could only wait for death.

As it turned out, the intruder merely swung his blade and severed their psychic weapons!

Is this a Force Warrior?

Could he be a Grandmaster?

Several people's hearts were instantly filled with fear.

Of course, they also felt regret.

Several million‑worth of psychic weapons were destroyed just like that.

"Halt!"

"Don't move!"

In the corridor, a crowd of Force Warriors surged forth, blocking Huang Xing's path.

Friend, if you withdraw now, we can pretend nothing happened.

The leader said.

He could actually tell that this person before him was not easy to deal with.

But eating the lord's stipend entails loyalty to the lord.

He can't just run away without showing his face, can he?

If Gu Zhangkong asks later, how will he explain? Huang Xing gave a cold smile, said nothing more, and like a teleport, instantly appeared before the man, lightly swinging the sword in his hand.

The man's eyes widened in shock, and a strong sense of danger welled up in his heart.

At the critical moment, he activated the third-grade high-grade treasure on his person.

The next moment.

His body, together with the external shield, was cut in two by a single blow.

Blood spurted out like a fountain.

!!!

Several people behind him watched the scene unfold, eyes wide.

Those who reacted quickly hurriedly fled.

Those who reacted slowly were casually killed by Huang Xing.

Hmph.

Watching the few people running away, he let out a cold snort.

If he wanted to chase after them and kill them, it would be easy.

But his purpose in coming here today is to take Jiang Cheng; it's likely someone has already called Gu Zhangkong, so he must hurry.

After flicking the blood from his blade, he headed straight, according to his memory, to the alchemy room where Jiang Cheng had been last time.

At the same time, his spiritual power continuously sensed the aura near the corridor and inside the alchemy room, for Jiang Cheng might also have taken precautions and changed rooms.

A First-level Grandmaster's speed is at least two hundred meters per second, so in the blink of an eye he sensed Jiang Cheng's location.

I found you!

Huang Xing's face showed a hint of ferocity.

It's still the same alchemy room as before. (End of chapter)