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In the darkness, Chu Sheng instantly activated his Rapid Ability and grabbed Lin Yue's wrist.
Just as they were about to break through, a chilling voice echoed in the shadows, like the hiss of a venomous snake, sending shivers down their spines: "Trying to escape? Too late..."
This voice, ghostly and eerie, pierced the silence of the night, making them tremble involuntarily.
"Bang!"
Chu Sheng kicked open the window, and shards of glass sparkled under the moonlight like scattered stars, yet carried an air of menace.
He pulled Lin Yue and leaped out, both shooting into the night sky like arrows released from a bow. Under the cover of darkness, they resembled two black bats silently slicing through the air.
The cold wind howled past them, stinging their cheeks as if knives were grazing their skin.
"Talk about luck," Chu Sheng scoffed after landing, his tone laced with disdain and mockery. "It seems the people from Heishan sect have been waiting for us. Those bastards just won't let up."
Lin Yue quickly stowed away her laptop, her expression grave and brows furrowed as if pondering a difficult problem. "Their target isn't the documents; they want to confirm whether we've discovered the truth behind the plan. A clever diversion tactic; we almost fell for it."
"Let's move to another location," Chu Sheng said sharply, leading Lin Yue as they swiftly vanished into the night. Their figures glided through the darkness like phantoms, elusive and hard to grasp.
Half an hour later, they arrived at an abandoned factory on the outskirts of the city.
Inside the dilapidated building, remnants of machinery cast eerie shadows in the moonlight, resembling slumbering giants quietly lurking in the dark, waiting for prey. The air was thick with the scent of rust and dust, creating a suffocating atmosphere.
"This place is safe for now," Chu Sheng said cautiously as he scanned their surroundings. Once he confirmed they were not being followed, he relaxed slightly. He pulled out a USB drive from his pocket, his gaze cold as winter ice, sending chills down one's spine. " Heishan sect has really gone too far this time; daring to target the Gaokao Secret Realm is like poking a hornet's nest. They probably don't even know how to write 'death.'"
Lin Yue opened her laptop and quickly browsed through the files. Her fingers danced across the keyboard like a nimble butterfly flitting among flowers. "According to the plan, they're preparing to simultaneously attack five major exam venues during next month's college entrance examination. These venues gather the best young martial artists from across the country; if they succeed, the consequences would be unimaginable." She pointed at a map on the screen with a serious tone. "Look at these red dots; they're their targets. Each dot represents countless young warriors' lives."
Chu Sheng narrowed his eyes and tapped his fingers rhythmically on the table, deep in thought. "They've bribed some examiners to disable the secret realm's defenses at a critical moment. If successful, not only would they acquire a large number of Ability Orbs, but they could also severely damage the Warrior Association's reputation. These guys really know how to play their cards well; too bad they've miscalculated one thing—me."
"But..." Lin Yue suddenly frowned, her voice tinged with confusion and doubt. "This plan is far too risky. The Warrior Association must have precautions in place unless..."
"Unless they have a more powerful backing," Chu Sheng interjected, pointing at a mysterious symbol on the screen with certainty in his voice. "'Divine Mark'—that's the answer. Heishan sect is backed by an Evil God; no wonder they're so arrogant—they're emboldened by that support."
A sudden flash of golden light illuminated the surroundings, revealing a line of text:
[Major Task Discovered: Prevent the Heishan sect's Secret Realm Attack Plan]
[Task Reward: A large amount of Merit Points, which can be used to enhance strength]
Chu Sheng unhesitatingly chose to accept the task, a warm current surged through his body, soothing him like the gentle embrace of hot spring water. He felt a significant enhancement in his Rapid Ability, and his physical condition became even more robust, as if he possessed an inexhaustible source of power.
"We need to find a way to stop them," Lin Yue said gravely, a hint of concern in her tone. "But with just the two of us..."
"That's why we need help," Chu Sheng's eyes lit up as if he had thought of a brilliant idea, his voice tinged with excitement. "I know someone who can assist us, and he definitely won't refuse."
The next morning at the Tian Yun Sect headquarters.
"What did you say?" The Tian Yun Sect Elder stood up in shock, the teacup crashing to the floor with a loud bang, shards scattering everywhere, mirroring his tumultuous emotions. " Heishan sect is planning to attack the Gaokao Secret Realm? This is utterly audacious; they are declaring war on the entire martial arts community!"
Chu Sheng calmly met the elder's gaze, his tone resolute like an immovable rock. "I have concrete evidence. If you don't believe me, you can see for yourself." He then displayed the data from his USB drive for the elder to review.
The elder scrutinized the information, his expression growing increasingly grim as if he had swallowed a fly. "This is insane! The Gaokao Secret Realm is crucial to the future of the martial arts world. If something goes wrong..." He couldn't bear to imagine the consequences, feeling a chill run down his spine.
"That's why we need Tian Yun Sect's assistance," Chu Sheng said, locking eyes with the elder earnestly. "I have devised a plan; if we join forces, we can certainly prevent this disaster."
The elder furrowed his brow, hesitation creeping into his voice. "Tell me your plan. I need to assess its feasibility first."
"A feint," Chu Sheng's eyes glinted coldly like a drawn sword, sharp and revealing. "Make them believe we are focusing on protecting several key examination sites while in reality..." He deliberately paused for effect.
"That's too risky!" The elder interrupted, concern evident in his tone. "If it fails, the consequences would be unimaginable."
"There is no 'if'," Chu Sheng asserted firmly, leaving no room for doubt. "If we don't stop them, the repercussions will be far worse. Moreover..." He paused dramatically before dropping a bombshell. "I have already planted spies within Heishan sect; I can monitor their movements at any time."
The elder stared at Chu Sheng in shock as if seeing him for the first time. "You mean..."
"Exactly," Chu Sheng smirked coldly, resembling a cunning fox that was hard to pin down. "I have successfully infiltrated Heishan sect; they still have no idea that among them lies a ticking time bomb that could explode at any moment."
Three days later, at the headquarters of the Black Mountain Society.
"Newcomer?" A burly man sized up Chu Feng, the alias of Chu Sheng, his tone laced with provocation. "I heard you're quite strong. Care to spar with me?"
Chu Sheng nodded expressionlessly, but internally he was sneering. Using the information obtained from the USB drive, he had successfully disguised himself as a new member of the Black Mountain Society. Over the past few days, he had discovered that the organization was not as united as it seemed; various factions were engaged in both open and covert struggles for power. This was precisely the opening he could exploit.
"Then let's see what you've got?" The burly man suddenly struck, launching a heavy punch aimed directly at Chu Sheng's face. The force of the punch whistled through the air, carrying an overwhelming pressure as if it intended to crush Chu Sheng.
Chu Sheng's eyes narrowed, and he evaded like a ghost while his right hand transformed into a claw, targeting his opponent's throat with incredible speed. The burly man's expression changed drastically as he hurriedly retreated, but it was already too late.
"Smack!"
The burly man crashed heavily to the ground, a distinct red mark visible on his neck, resembling a writhing red worm. The onlookers gasped in shock; they hadn't expected this newcomer to be so formidable, defeating the burly man with a single move.
"Impressive." A cold voice suddenly echoed, reminiscent of a call from hell that sent chills down one's spine. Chu Sheng turned to see a tall, slender man watching the scene with keen interest. His gaze was like that of a venomous snake—cold and lethal.
"Thank you for your praise, Lord Night Owl." Chu Sheng respectfully bowed, though he remained on high alert internally. This Night Owl was the same expert he had encountered in the archives; he wondered if he had recognized him.
At that moment, an icy chill suddenly crept up from behind him, as if he had fallen into an ice cellar, causing Chu Sheng to shudder. His pupils constricted, and every muscle in his body tensed like a drawn bowstring, ready to counterattack at any moment.
"Interesting..." Night Owl's voice whispered in his ear, ghostly and elusive. "This is truly fascinating..."
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