Chapter 1405: Weng Falos 3.5 (435)

A certain science's Railgun.

"So the technology Laigushi uses is even older than #22's Liertha?"

Regarding the geniuses before Genius Club #22, Yusang only recalls a portion appearing in the portraits at Heita Space Station. In the first ten seats, aside from #4's Boerka Kamu, the others have either vanished or died.

Could Laigushi be among #10–#21?

Although it's still unclear which genius it is, narrowing the range this tightly is already a pleasantly surprising result.

"Eh hey—"

"At first I thought Laigushi came after the #66 second‑generation Emperor, but I didn't expect it to rank so high in the Genius Club. So among the living geniuses, shouldn't Laigushi call Boerka Kamu a 'senior'~"

Zuotian's "senior" sounded so saccharine it made Yusang and Bai Ji's goosebumps rise.

Bai Ji sighed:

"According to you, that 'senior' Boerka is downright insane, having secretly executed countless 'juniors' along the way."

"That's strictness coming from a 'senior'~"

"Regarding Laigushi, I think she isn't strict enough."

Yusang had always regarded Boerka as a special operative against "knowledge"—whenever she acted, she never missed. Both her history and her brilliant performance in the simulated universe undeniably proved that, yet… why did an accident occur with Laigushi?

Not only did Laigushi discern her abilities, it even survived. It and Heita are probably the only two who have escaped her so far.

——

"After a brief recuperation, Xing and Xilian arrived at the upper level of the Shenwu Tree Court. The rational throne had become Caesar's celebration hall. Before formally entering the banquet, Xilian, from afar, smelled a honeybrew fragrance."

"In the wind, a crisp, bell‑like song seemed to drift."

"And there's singing too! The atmosphere is truly romantic."

"However, before they entered, Duanfeng Jue blocked them, demanding they hand over their personal items before proceeding into the hall."

"Hmm… every time this hero makes an appearance, the atmosphere instantly cools."

"Caesar holds a high position and must be meticulous. To avoid unnecessary misunderstandings, please follow my instructions."

"I understand that bringing your own alcohol to the banquet is prohibited, but books and quill pens… should they be confiscated too?"

"As long as used properly, a quill can become a weapon. All personal items—'all'—Miss Xilian," Duanfeng Jue emphasized solemnly, "Rest assured. Your belongings will be kept by a dedicated caretaker."

"'Dedicated caretaker'… 'properly'… such subtle words," Xilian warned Xing with a glance, "Xing, it seems they're after the Recognition Anchor. What should we do?"

"Turn the plan against them, hand it over to him."

Xilian smiled knowingly: "Indeed, we share the same mind! Turn the plan against them, let him 'guard' the Recognition Anchor?"

"After all, Little Caesar is so attentive to Xing; our whispered talks with the geniuses have likely already reached her ears. She can guess the upcoming developments… but that actually becomes our 'shortcut,' right?"

Duanfeng Jue impatiently reminded, "Both of you?"

"Alright, alright, we'll cooperate, here—" Xilian handed her pocket items and the Recognition Anchor to Duanfeng Jue, "Please tell Caesar that wherever and whenever, she can trust Xing."

——

Cheng Long's Adventure Chronicle.

"Uncle Long, you think when Xing and Xilian later enter the hall, will…"

"Will what?"

"Of course…" Xiaoyu gestured a hand at her neck, sticking out her tongue exaggeratedly.

"?"

"Ah, it's that once they go in, Caesar will smash a cup as a signal, deploying the ambush of axe‑wielders around the hall to unleash a barrage on Xing and Xilian—"

"Alright, alright, Xiaoyu." Cheng Long quickly raised his hand to cut her off, watching her mimic the TV drama scenes vividly, he sighed helplessly, "You've been reading too many novels lately? I actually think handing over the Recognition Anchor is fine."

"Huh? But if Caesar were to seize this thing, how would we contact the Heita lady?"

"If Caesar truly, as Xilian says, has grasped their whispered communications with the geniuses, then 'whether they're willing to hand over the Recognition Anchor' becomes the best test of their stance. They're open and have nothing to hide from Caesar. It's Laigushi… that one needs to put on a false front before Caesar."

"But Uncle Long, I'm still a bit worried…"

"Don't worry, Xiaoyu. Though Caesar has many people here, the only one truly capable of sparring with Xing is Hai Se Yin. Xing has at least fought Titans alongside Bai E, Dan Heng and others, so even if Caesar intends to turn against her, if Xing truly tries to leave, they can't stop her."

——

Xing and Xilian entered the hall, only to find the throne empty, while everyone else was drinking and chatting.

"Clearly the star of the banquet, yet Thus we output Thus we output Thus we output Thus we output Thus we output Thus we output keludela is absent?" Xilian looked around, and after confirming Caesar's shadow was missing among the attendees, she sighed deeply, "Trying to say a few words to her is truly difficult…"

Xilian asked Duanfeng Jue when Caesar planned to return; before he could answer, Donglin Jue sneered, "Caesar? Ha, who knows, probably hiding somewhere scheming again. In my opinion, she's never truly regarded us warriors who fight for her…"

"Saineka, I can't just ignore that. Either retract it or duel me!"

"Fine—attendant, bring ten more jars of honeybrew; today I'll drink it until I can't stand upright!"

Seeing the two about to start another contest, Xilian pulled Xing aside, looking for a higher spot to overlook the entire banquet.

"Aya, if you can't handle honeybrew, *we* will fetch a pot and cook some oatmeal for you."

Aglaea and Ti Bao also attended the banquet, but they stayed away from the crowd, seemingly drawing a line between themselves and the commotion.

"No need~" Aglaea, faced with Ti Bao's concern, couldn't help but scold, "It's just that this banquet is too noisy, there are too few interesting people and events, I can't stay any longer."