Today, when luring Xue Zhen out, Su Jingxuan didn’t plan on letting him go. In any case, he intended to bring the man back, refusing to give the world rules any chance to influence his lover.
On the other side, Xue Zhen didn’t anticipate that the person he didn’t plan on releasing had already freed himself from the bindings and followed after him.
Because everyone in the post-apocalyptic world knew that despite the strong mental abilities of psychic-type individuals, their physical qualities weren’t much higher than ordinary people. Once restrained up close, they lost their attacking power, no matter how strong their mental abilities were.
However, Su Jingxuan was an exception, boasting superhuman physical strength. Although Xue Zhen was sharp and powerful, he made an unexpected mistake this time.
After clearing the surrounding zombies outside the villa, ensuring there was no danger, Xue Zhen returned and quietly rejoined his brothers outside the base as night fell.
“Boss, you finally came back.”
The anxious crowd, who had been waiting anxiously in the base for a day, breathed a collective sigh of relief upon seeing their leader finally appearing. Although they knew the boss’s abilities would surely allow him to escape, there was always the possibility of unexpected events.
Xue Zhen nodded. “How’s the situation in the base now?”
When he returned just now, he noticed that the atmosphere in Long Island Base was more tense than he had imagined. The entire base was filled with a strong smell of blood, and screams and sounds of fighting occasionally came from the inner area.
The situation in the refugee area was relatively stable, with no major problems. However, all the people were hiding inside their houses, and there was no one to be seen outside. The whole base exuded a serious atmosphere.
Bian Yujie was missing, and Bian Zhaokun would undoubtedly be furious. However, things seemed more serious than Xue Zhen had expected.
Su Jingxuan, who followed quietly, also hid in the shadows, listening attentively.
“Bian Zhaokun thought his son was dead, so he dragged out anyone in the inner area who seemed suspicious and killed them in a fit of rage. These people had to act in advance, and now there’s a power struggle in the inner area.”
Today’s incident was sudden, and no one expected why a mutant wolf suddenly appeared in the base and took Su Jingxuan away.
The bodyguards were at a loss when it happened. A mutant wolf was not human; it had no humanity. The young master being captured by such a wild beast meant he would likely face a near-death experience.
The psychic-powered bodyguards were confused and hesitant. After much deliberation, they decided to bravely report the truth to Bian Zhaokun.
Knowing Bian Zhaokun’s temper, if they fled for fear of taking responsibility for not protecting the young master, their deaths would be even more miserable.
Despite how others portrayed Bian Zhaokun as a tyrannical leader to the outside world, he cared deeply for his partner and beloved son.
His partner turning into a zombie had already dealt him a heavy blow, and news of his son’s death was like the last straw, causing Bian Zhaokun to lose his sanity and fall into despair.
Seeing Bian Zhaokun kill several people on the spot before even hearing the full story, the psychic-powered individuals reporting the situation were scared to death. They eagerly shifted the blame and concocted a conspiracy theory, especially when Su Jingxuan’s last words hinted that there was something wrong with the mutant wolf.
Bian Zhaokun’s anger was then directed straight at those in the base who were recently restless and not well-behaved. Apart from these people, who else would dare to stir up trouble under his nose?
Because of his son’s death, Bian Zhaokun’s rage had escalated. Those who were already planning to seize power in the base naturally couldn’t just stand there and wait to be slaughtered. Thus, the inner area fell into chaos as a struggle for power ensued.
“However, after all is said and done, Bian Zhaokun has successfully suppressed the internal turmoil, and he has sent people to search for Bian Yujie.”
Bian Zhaokun was still Bian Zhaokun. He was not to be underestimated; he quickly established the base during the early days of the apocalypse. Su Jingxuan was relieved to hear that the chaos within the base had been quelled, and Bian Zhaokun was actively searching for his son.
In Su Jingxuan’s plan, Bian Yujie’s death served as the perfect excuse to eliminate the unruly elements in the base. Bian Zhaokun, due to his partner’s situation, had become somewhat neglectful in managing the base. Stimulating the other party’s spirit was the best way to encourage them. As long as the troublesome worms in the base were dealt with, the subsequent tasks would be much easier.
Xue Zhen furrowed his brow, sensing that something was amiss.
The others briefly explained the situation in the base and then shifted their focus to the whereabouts of Bian Yujie.
“Boss, what’s happening with Bian Yujie now? Given Bian Zhaokun’s temperament, if he can’t find his son, Long Island Base won’t be stable.”
More than just stability, if they couldn’t find Bian Yujie in a few days, Bian Zhaokun might unleash his wrath on the entire base. Furthermore, their cover would be blown.
“Bian Yujie is fine, and we’ve found out about Shu Wenzhe’s whereabouts.”
Upon hearing this, the group rejoiced. “Boss, how is he?”
They had been undercover for over a month, and now there was finally some news.
“He’s being held in the underground laboratory of the base. We need a key to get in, and the key is in Bian Yujie’s father’s possession, carried by Bian Zhaokun.”
“Why don’t we just use Bian Yujie as a hostage and exchange him for Shu Wenzhe?” someone suggested.
“No.”
“Why, Boss? Isn’t that kid uncooperative? A good beating will make him obedient.”
The group wasn’t concerned; they had dealt with tough characters before the apocalypse. Even the hardest individuals softened up after a few days of hardship unless they didn’t want to live.
However, Xue Zhen vetoed again. “Bian Yujie can’t be touched, and he can’t be released.”
Unable to beat him and not letting him out to exchange for a hostage—what should they do? The group fell silent, looking at their boss for instructions.
“Bian Yujie isn’t as simple as you think, and Bian Zhaokun is not easy to provoke. Our goal is to save people, not to make enemies with the Bian father and son. Once we touch Bian Yujie, if he doesn’t die, he’ll become our trouble.”
“Relying solely on Bian Yujie’s current words, we can’t confirm the facts. Keep him as a hostage for now and find a way to get information from Bian Zhaokun to verify the situation before planning our next move.”
Xue Zhen contemplated.
After hearing this, the group realized it made sense. When they encountered Bian Yujie in the arena today, he was indeed different from the rumors.
They didn’t plan to oppose Long Island Base. If something happened to Bian Yujie in their hands, they would be in serious trouble—facing not only the pursuit of Long Island Base but also the enmity of Bian Zhaokun.
“However, how do we approach Bian Zhaokun? If Bian Yujie doesn’t go back, Bian Zhaokun won’t have the time or interest to think about anything else. Approaching him now would be seeking death.”
Bian Zhaokun was currently in a state of rage, and anyone who approached him at this time would be in trouble.
The group was again troubled. This time, their efforts to save Shu Wenzhe had been unprecedentedly strenuous.
Hearing this, Su Jingxuan, who had been hiding in the shadows, finally revealed himself with a smile.
“Why don’t I help you guys?”
A clear and youthful voice abruptly sounded, startling everyone. They turned around to see Bian Yujie, and their eyes widened in disbelief.
Why was Bian Yujie here? Wasn’t he captured by their boss?
The group looked at Xue Zhen with confusion. “Boss, he…”
Xue Zhen also realized what was wrong. He finally understood the trap set by Shu Wenze, deliberately displaying Shu Wenze’s necklace in the arena to provoke them, causing chaos and providing an excuse to eliminate internal forces.
Bian Yujie had intentionally lured them into confronting the troublemakers in the base, accomplishing two objectives with one move.
“Let’s go.”
Xue Zhen signaled the others to leave, walking to the front, staring at Su Jingxuan with a triumphant and flamboyant smile, his eyes deep and mysterious.
Since the young man could deceive him and follow them, his combat abilities were undoubtedly superior. Keeping the others around was futile.
“After all the effort I’ve put in, there’s no way you’re leaving.”
Seeing them attempting to escape, Su Jingxuan directly used his psychic power to seal off the entire room. The room instantly felt like a closed space, surrounded by a transparent energy barrier.
Simultaneously, everyone felt their bodies frozen, unable to move. It seemed that while the space was sealed, they were also under his control.
The group was shocked. Such an ability could only be possessed by a Peak Level Nine Evolver.
Ignoring their expressions, Su Jingxuan, after completing these actions, swiftly attacked Xue Zhen. Knowing his lover’s capabilities better than anyone else, he couldn’t afford to be complacent and let them go.
Xue Zhen also faced the challenge head-on. He looked at Su Jingxuan with a mix of surprise and appreciation. He had speculated that the young man had impressive abilities, but the reality proved that he was even more outstanding than anticipated.
In the confined space of the small room, a no-holds-barred fight ensued. Both Su Jingxuan and Xue Zhen refrained from using their evolved abilities, opting for a physical confrontation. The limited space didn’t hinder them; in fact, it made the fight more intense.
As they engaged in a fierce battle, Su Jingxuan’s eyes gradually showed signs of excitement.
He was inherently combative, and his experiences as a cannon fodder had honed his deep-rooted refusal to accept defeat. This back-and-forth combat brought him an exhilarating sense of liberation.
However, it was not the time to savor the enjoyment. He needed to find a way to subdue his lover.
With this thought, Su Jingxuan suddenly flashed a smile at Xue Zhen, displaying bright, peach blossom eyes filled with dazzling brilliance.
Xue Zhen was momentarily stunned, losing focus.
Seizing this opportunity, Su Jingxuan’s smile turned cunning. He pounced on him and straddled him, sitting on his stomach.
Whether the young man did it intentionally or unintentionally, their face-to-face positions happened to align perfectly, and Su Jingxuan’s round and perky buttocks pressed against a crucial area of Xue Zhen.
Xue Zhen groaned, blood rushing to his lower regions, eliciting a reaction.
At the same time, a cool sensation on his head indicated that Su Jingxuan had taken away the gun without him realizing. Now, the gun was pointed at his head.
“Boss…”
The others, still immobilized, expressed worry and shock. Then, they roared angrily, “Bian Yujie, if you kill our boss, our remaining brothers won’t spare you!”
Su Jingxuan paid no attention to their furious shouts. Instead, he used psychic attacks to block Xue Zhen’s evolved abilities.
As the abilities vanished, Xue Zhen regained his senses. The several burly men beside him became even more anxious. Who would have thought that Bian Yujie’s ability had reached Level Nine, and facing such strength, their boss was undoubtedly doomed.
But soon, they realized their assumptions were wrong. Instead of immediately killing their boss, Bian Yujie took out pre-prepared ropes and began tying him up.
Then, with a dominating princess-carry, he lifted their boss, kicked open the door, and walked away.
