Chapter 221: Number One Doctor
After some static, a youthful face appeared. "Damn, Dugu Yusheng you don't look that bad! Why do you always fail to show during our meet-ups?"
Dugu Yusheng raised his brows, his eyes cold and harsh. "I asked where are you?"
He repeated his question.
As if he could feel Dugu Yusheng's agitation, Gideon stopped his chattering and looked around him. "I am at the airport changing flights, on my way to Corsi Island. Do you think I am like Apollo and Bai Yi? With private jets to bring them wherever they want to go..."
"Good, that you are already at the airport. Come to the International Association first." Dugu Yusheng cut in.
"Why?" Gideon raised his brows.
Dugu Yusheng's eyes darkened. "Something happened to her."
There was no need to mention which "her" he was referring to.
Anyone in their group would know.
Gideon was still at the airport, air ticket in hand and queuing up to board his flight.
He was completely stunned the moment Dugu Yusheng said those words.
"Mister?" The lady behind him in the queue piped up in a small voice when she noticed him standing there motionless for a long time. Her face was all red, as this guy standing in front of her was just too handsome.
Gideon turned. His face was really very attractive.
Dressed in a white jacket.
He had an undeniable elegance.
Even when smiling, he still gave off a sense of aloofness.
"I am sorry." Gideon finally snapped out of his trance. He took a step back and allowed the lady to go first.
Gideon looked down at his air ticket. Without any hesitation, he threw it into a nearby dustbin.
He put on a pair of sunglasses as he exited.
His lips were curled up in a smile, but if anyone who knew him well saw it, they would definitely notice that smile was different from his usual one.
Dugu Yusheng disconnected the call.
Turning to look at the emergency room, he lit a cigarette, completely disregarding the no smoking rule in hospitals. His expression remained impassive, as always.
"What happened?" Dugu Yusheng glanced at Yu Xiangyang and the gang.
He was so well-informed that he knew very well who Yu Xiangyang and the gang were.
Yu Xiangyang clenched his fists, an air of malevolence rising in his eyes. "This is definitely no simple accident."
Every single person who could enter the potion room was part of the elite. How could an explosion possibly happen? Especially if the person involved was Su Huiqing.
Especially as Su Huiqing didn't manage to escape.
This was what raised his suspicions the most.
He knew very well how formidable Su Huiqing was.
Even he could have jumped down from the window under such circumstances, not to mention Su Huiqing.
But Su Huiqing didn't. And she had fallen into an inexplicable coma.
Yu Xiangyang was most suspicious about this part.
Whoever was behind this had better clean up their act. Either way, they were dead meat!
"Okay." Dugu Yusheng nodded. He also guessed it must have been no accident. "We must investigate this matter thoroughly."
This concerned Su Huiqing.
Dugu Yusheng would not let things go that easily.
Especially the fact that she was injured. He was very shocked by this. Dugu Yusheng lowered his eyes to conceal the malevolence in them.
He tucked his hands into his pocket and looked at Xie Zhengyuan. Blowing out a puff of smoke, he lowered his voice. "Call Chi Yue. Have him get all surveillance footage on Monster University's potion building.
"Got it." Xie Zhengyuan started typing on his cell phone.
His eyes were also harsh and sharp.
There were some things which he knew to do, even without being instructed.
He was not that familiar with Chi Yue, but there was Doctor Luxe.
These people were very efficient in carrying out their tasks.
"These... who are these people?" Su Zhi finally snapped out of his trance and looked at the people nearby.
"I don't know." One of the directors shuddered. "But that looks like someone from the Dugu Family. You know the Dugu Family are like kings in the International Association."
Su Zhi felt a bit dizzy.
Su Ruohua and Su Family were helpless in such a situation.
As naive as they might be, even they knew these people were not ordinary folks.
Especially Dugu Yusheng. The doctors and the investigative officers from the International Police all behaved very cautiously around Dugu Heng. But Dugu Heng himself treated Dugu Yusheng with deference. The difference was obvious.
Su Zhi and the gang followed behind Xie Zhengyuan.
They were somewhat fearful toward the bunch of people in the corridor.
Even Dugu Heng looked somewhat shocked and flustered.
Dugu Yusheng.
There was no way Dugu Heng would fail to recognize him. He narrowed his eyes. "Why are you here?"
According to circumstances, Dugu Yusheng should not be here. He was extremely shocked at the fact that Dugu Yusheng was still in the International Association.
Shock aside, there was a sliver of fear hidden within his eyes.
"The Head of the Dugu Family is allowed to be here but I am not?" Dugu Yusheng raised his brows and smirked at Dugu Heng. His smile didn't reach his eyes.
The Dugu Family butler arrived at this moment. "Sir, the Ye Family's potion maker is here."
"Have him go in immediately!" Dugu Heng regained his composure. He didn't wish to bother talking to Dugu Yusheng anymore.
He had personally used his own name to invite the Ye Family potion maker over.
He was very anxious about Su Huiqing's condition, especially the fact that the doctors failed to find out the root cause. He had immediately dispatched his men to invite the Ye Family potion maker over.
The Ye Family's potion maker was the most famous within the International Association.
The Ye Family potion maker also immediately hurried over after hearing that it was Dugu Heng who was asking for him. He thought he would be treating Dugu Wu and never expected to be saving a commoner. Nevertheless, he didn't dare to let down his guard.
But the moment he put on his white lab coat, Yu Xiangyang, Qu Yan and gang immediately blocked the doorway.
"What are you guys doing?" Dugu Heng was taken aback.
Gu Li shot Yu Xiangyang a look before glancing at Dugu Heng with chilly eyes. "Sorry, we don't trust people from the Ye Family."
They remembered very clearly how Grandpa Yu died.
The Ye Family potion maker had never been treated like this before.
But he didn't dare to show his displeasure in front of Dugu Heng. He just looked at him. "Master Dugu..."
"Since they object, then we won't use you." Dugu Heng conceded in a low voice, as he scanned the faces of Yu Xiangyang and the gang. "You may leave."
He chose to trust the people by Su Huiqing's side. He believed they would not disappoint him.
Every single person standing in the corridor was a noteworthy figure. None of them were worth offending, especially Dugu Heng. The hospital director's legs turned to jelly when he looked over the crowd.
"Master Dugu, all the doctors are here now." The hospital director was very respectful.
They had all gone to treat Dugu Wu right from the start. On hearing about Dugu Heng's arrival, they had heaved a sigh of relief, thinking that he was here to see Dugu Wu.
But they didn't expect Dugu Heng to be visiting someone whom they had never heard before.
For a moment there, they had no time to bother about the Dugu Family matriarch anymore, and immediately rushed over.
They feared that they might lose their lives if they were just a second later.
Unfortunately, the director's words reminded Dugu Heng of his earlier vexation. He kicked him in the chest, rage filling his eyes. "This is a matter of life and death! Is this how you do things in the hospital? Concerned only about treating Dugu Wu while disregarding the other two students?!"
The hospital director didn't know what else to do except to plead for mercy. "Master Dugu, please give us another chance. We will save this young miss!"
At this moment, a cool and imperious voice sounded out. "Pfft! Can you really save her? You have pronounced her brain dead and still claim to be able to save her?!"
Everyone looked in that direction.
The lift door had just opened.
A figure clad in a pure white outfit stepped out.
He was playing with a pristine steel scalpel in his hands.
Dugu Yusheng immediately recognized him.
Gideon was the Number One Doctor. He was the epitome of a healer.
He had gained fame from the young age of 13. That was over a decade ago, and since then, he had saved countless lives on the International Battlefield.
More importantly, he was Apollo's personal savior
Apollo was in the firearms business and suffered countless injuries from all sorts of scuffles. It was Gideon who dragged him back from the clutches of death every single time.
It could be said that if not for Gideon, Apollo would have already died many times over.
Nobody knew how the Number One Terrorist in the world got to be such good friends with the Number One Doctor.
But Gideon's position as the Number One Doctor was indisputable.
Even though they have never met, Dugu Yusheng instantly recognized him at first glance.
Chapter 222: She Will Be Buried Alongside Her
"Gideon, go in and take a look at her." Dugu Yusheng pointed at the emergency room, his expression very grave.
Seeing his manner and thinking about the person inside.
Gideon stood motionless outside for a moment.
As if confirming that this was really happening.
Dugu Yusheng didn't urge him, but just continued leaning against the wall, smoking.
A moment later, Gideon finally pushed open the door and entered. He didn't say anything and didn't even change into clean scrubs.
"Is that guy inside dependable?" Dugu Heng patted Su Ruohua on the shoulder as he looked at Dugu Yusheng.
Su Ruohua also turned to look nervously at Dugu Yusheng.
The hospital director, Yu Xiangyang and the rest too had their eyes fixed upon him.
Dugu Yusheng was not bothered at all, even with so many people staring at him. He lit another cigarette in an indifferent manner.
His gaze never left the emergency room, but his voice was serene. "That's Gideon inside. Is that good enough for you?"
"Gideon?" Most of the people had no idea who that was.
But Dugu Heng and the hospital director knew very well.
"The great Gideon?" The hospital director looked very shocked.
Dugu Heng was also stunned. He gave Dugu Yusheng a meaningful glance before looking away.
These two knew, but Su Ruohua had no idea. She tightened her grip on Dugu Heng's sleeve. "Who is Gideon? Does this mean Qingqing will be saved?"
"Don't worry, with Gideon here, Qingqing will be fine." Dugu Heng's voice was very calm.
He had never met Gideon in person, but had heard the legends surrounding him.
Especially the stories of how he dragged Apollo back from the throes of death.
More importantly, Gideon had a strong backing.
Previously an influential big shot was seriously ill and even potion makers could not help him. He had no choice but to seek out Gideon.
But Gideon was a strange character and was picky about who he treated.
That big shot sent a bunch of men to capture Gideon.
But to everyone's astonishment, within three minutes of Gideon's capture, a team of secret agents arrived to retrieve Gideon and destroy the big shot's entire island.
The whole incident created a major furore.
From then on, no one dared to force Gideon.
In recent years, Gideon had kept a low profile and there was no news about him at all. He had more or less disappeared for nearly a year.
Even Dugu Heng never expected to meet Gideon face to face.
He turned toward Dugu Yusheng. "Both you and Gideon know Qingqing?"
These were two formidable figures. Dugu Yusheng controlled all the information flow worldwide, while Gideon possessed miraculous medical skills and a powerful backing.
How did this step-daughter of his get to know such fearsome people?
Dugu Yusheng remained impassive. "Of course. We got to know each other after Ms. Dugu had me go bomb Ms. Su's car. That time, if not for Ms. Su, I would have been in grave danger."
Dugu Heng totally disregarded the part about Dugu Yusheng being in grave danger.
He just narrowed his eyes and asked, "Did you say that Dugu Wu wanted to bomb Qingqing's car? What the hell happened?"
"You should ask Old Madam Dugu on why Master Yu wanted to lock the two of them up then." Dugu Yusheng tucked his hands into his pockets, clearly not interested in explaining.
Dugu Heng's face froze at the mention of the Dugu Family matriarch.
And she arrived just then.
"You are indeed here. Why did you summon Little Wu's doctor away for this little wrench?!" The Dugu Family matriarch's voice was cold as she stared at Dugu Heng incredulously.
Especially when she noticed Su Ruohua by his side.
The Dugu Family matriarch would usually never dare to speak to Dugu Heng in such a manner. But Dugu Wu's life was in danger.
All the Dugu Family matriarch could think about was Dugu Wu. "Will you only be satisfied after my granddaughter dies?!"
From the moment the Dugu Family matriarch summoned all the doctors over to Dugu Wu, Dugu Heng had lost his last bit of patience with the old lady. "Be quiet. This is the emergency room."
He already suspected whether this person before him was still the religious old lady he used to know.
"Emergency room? Little Wu is critically wounded, yet you refuse to visit her. Instead, you are here watching over this woman?" The Dugu Family matriarch's voice was shrill with unspeakable rage.
Dugu Heng didn't wish to argue anymore. He glanced sideways. "Take the Old Madam away from here!"
He didn't really want to do this to the Dugu Family matriarch, but he had no choice at this moment.
Especially with what Dugu Yusheng said earlier.
The Dugu Family matriarch and Dugu Wu had wanted to bomb Su Huiqing's car.
"Alright, you no longer need your own mother now that you have this slut?! I know it now. Only Little Wu and Su Huiqing were in that potion room at the time of the explosion. I will have the police investigate this matter thoroughly. It must be that slut's daughter who tried to kill my Little Wu. I will never let Su Huiqing off if anything happens to my Little Wu!" The Dugu Family matriarch was vehement.
At this moment, the police captain hurried over and stuttered. "Master Dugu, a team of armed men are targeting Ms. Dugu's ward right now. They said..."
"What did they say?" Dugu Heng's heart gave a heavy thud.
The captain answered, "They said if Ms. Su doesn't wake up, they would make sure Ms. Dugu is buried alongside her."
Chapter 223: The Mystery Behind Her Identity
Dugu Heng was somewhat shocked by this news.
The Dugu Family matriarch's eyes bulged. She stared at the captain anxiously. "What are the police doing then? Why are you not arresting those men?!"
The captain gave a bitter laugh. "Madam, it's not that we don't want to arrest them, but the opponent is Apollo. It is impossible for us to capture him."
"Apollo? Who's that? Is there anyone Bai Yi can't catch?!" The Dugu Family matriarch thought the captain was just humoring her.
"Anyone else is possible, but not the great Apollo. Just ask Master Dugu." The captain sighed as he turned toward Dugu Heng.
Dugu Heng's eyes darkened. "If it's Apollo, even I would be helpless against him, not to mention Bai Yi."
Apollo.
Everyone knew about that guy.
He always possessed the latest and most advanced weaponry.
He was the unabashed King of Firearms.
He was at the top of Bai Yi's most wanted list. But even after so many years, he had never been captured even once.
He did not belong to the International Association and so the Association had no power to go against him.
Apollo, Dugu Yusheng, Gideon... Dugu Heng could clearly feel the gravity of the situation. He gazed down at the dazed Su Ruohua, knowing that she must be feeling very lost.
The Dugu Family matriarch was nearly breaking down. "How is that possible? How can there be anyone whom you cannot capture?"
"Don't waste your energy." Dugu Yusheng lifted his head, his expression placid as always. "Apollo only listens to one person. You better pray that Ms. Su recovers, otherwise..."
He slowly shifted his eyes over to the Dugu Family matriarch.
Those profound eyes of his were even deeper than the ocean.
The Dugu Family matriarch felt a chill run down her spine.
"According to what you said earlier, only Ms. Dugu and Ms. Su were in the potion room then. If anything happens to Ms. Su, there are plenty of people who will demand the lives of the Dugu Family." Dugu Yusheng continued to stare at the Dugu Family matriarch. "By then, I am afraid you would have to go plead for mercy from Ms. Su."
The doors to the emergency room suddenly opened. "Mr. Dugu, Master Gideon has requested for you to go in."
Dugu Yusheng turned and walked into the emergency room.
Behind him, the Dugu Family matriarch just felt like her heart was engulfed in a chilly air.
Inside the emergency room.
Gideon immediately noticed the bedridden Su Huiqing.
His reaction was the same as Apollo's. He stood there in a trance for a long time.
They had never met Su Huiqing in person, but had only contacted her online. It had been this way for nine whole years.
Gideon connected to Apollo via a video-call. With a cool expression, he pointed at Su Huiqing. "Apollo, don't tell me that this is King?"
"That's right. That's why I want you to remain calm." Apollo was still on the fighter jet, and it was very noisy. He pressed down on his golden hair.
"This is not something that can be resolved just by staying calm." Gideon had always been a placid person and nothing could shake him. But now, he was truly shaken. "She is probably about 20 years old now? So nine years ago, she must have been only 10? She alone managed to dominate Unknown Island at the mere age of 10?!"
He thought of how they always called this person King, and of how they always sought her advice whenever something went wrong.
"That is why I want you to remain calm." Apollo had already experienced that initial shock, so he knew why Gideon was having such a major reaction. "Just take a look at her condition first."
Gideon turned off the screen.
He stood there for a moment before taking off his jacket and putting on the scrubs brought over by the nurse.
A white sash dangled from his right hand.
Gideon was taken aback.
He stared at the white sash for a long time before chuckling, startling the nurse standing beside him.
Gideon slowly undid the white sash before redressing in the scrubs. He then walked over to Su Huiqing's side.
He was now certain that there was no need for that sash.
Dugu Yusheng entered.
He saw Gideon standing in front of some medical equipment.
Lowering his eyes, his face looked more grave than ever before.
"What's the matter?" Dugu Yusheng instinctively paused as his heart sank.
"Come take a look at this." Gideon pressed the enter key on the computer and then pointed at the enlarged image of a cell on the screen. He turned to look at Dugu Yusheng.
Dugu Yusheng walked to his side and looked at the computer screen.
He was not medically trained and had no idea what he was looking at.
Gideon didn't wait for him to ask but just explained straightaway. "It's very strange. I thought she was brain dead but the cells on the outer layer of her brain are very active. In fact, they are thrice as active as a normal person's."
"What does this mean?" Dugu Yusheng asked.
Gideon shoved his hands into his pocket as he lowered his eyes.
He had called Dugu Yusheng in as he had seen such a case once before.
He had also previously diagnosed the person as brain dead, but the patient's brain cell activity was very high. After some treatment, the patient eventually woke up.
A dead person coming back to life. It was a case which shook the entire International Association.
That person was someone from the Dugu Family.
It was also from then on that the Dugu Family's miraculous bloodline gained fame.
"I suspect that King is part of the Dugu Family." Gideon was more or less certain.
"What did you say?" Dugu Yusheng looked up suddenly.
His face was full of shock.
Gideon's news had been like a bomb.
Gideon remained very calm. He looked at Dugu Yusheng and repeated in a placid voice. "It is exactly as I said. Moreover, she is a direct descendant."
"I must look into this." Dugu Yusheng's face was grave and his voice was also subdued. "Don't tell anyone about her bloodline. The Dugu Family... I have to speak with Dugu Heng."
"Go then." Gideon turned his attention back toward Su Huiqing. "I will continue my check-up on her."
"How is she now, anyway?" Dugu Yusheng looked at Su Huiqing with an unreadable expression.
"I still have no idea what is wrong with her." Gideon once again probed into Su Huiqing's brain with his equipment. "I am not even sure if she will ever wake up."
Dugu Yusheng clenched his fists before taking a deep breath and walking out the door.
The Dugu Family matriarch was no longer there when he emerged. She must have gone over to Dugu Wu's ward.
Dugu Yusheng's eyes dimmed. He stuffed his hands into his pockets and pressed for the lift.
"How is Qingqing?" Dugu Heng caught up with him.
"I don't know." Dugu Yusheng was feeling very vexed and lit another cigarette.
The nurse saw that he was smoking but didn't dare to stop him.
Dugu Heng's face turned extremely grim.
"What did he say?" Su Ruohua looked at Dugu Heng.
"Nothing. Gideon is still inside. You must place your trust in him." Dugu Heng calmly assured her. He then turned toward his butler. "Let's go find the Old Madam."
They must settle this score properly.
Dugu Yusheng was also going to look for Dugu Wu. There was no news from Chi Yue yet, and he didn't believe this matter had nothing to do with Dugu Wu. Even the Dugu Family matriarch might know something.
Dugu Wu was still unconscious.
But many people were waiting outside the ward. Teachers from Monster University, people from the various families, nearly anyone of any status in the International Association were gathered here.
The Dugu Wu of the past would never have garnered so much attention.
However, things were different now.
News of the marriage contract between the Dugu Family and the Yu Family had spread across the entire International Association.
Yu Shijin was someone who could match up against Song San. It was understandable that so many people now looked favorably upon Dugu Wu.
The Dugu Family matriarch sat by the bed with a mournful face.
Dugu Yusheng stood not far to the side, watching the entire scene. His hands were clenched tightly around his cell phone.
He thought of Su Huiqing's possible status, and of Dugu Wu's actions.
Dugu Yusheng felt a raging fire ignite in his heart, as a mocking sneer appeared on his lips.
He pushed open the door to the ward and looked at the Dugu Family matriarch. He said in his usual tranquil voice, "Old Madam, showing so much concern over a granddaughter who does not bear your bloodline, while trying to kill the real Ms. Dugu. That isn't very good of you, is it?"
Chapter 224: Waking Up
Dugu Heng just happened to enter the ward at this moment. He was completely stunned.
His pitch-black pupils dilated sharply. "What do you mean?"
If not for the fact that he was somewhat fearful of Dugu Yusheng, he would have already grabbed him by the collar.
He truly wanted to know what he meant by that phrase "the true Ms. Dugu".
Dugu Yusheng just shoved his hands into his pockets and smirked. "I mean exactly what I said."
"Get him out of here!" The Dugu Family matriarch pointed at Dugu Yusheng in rage. At this moment, she had already forgotten how scary Dugu Yusheng was. "How dare you come here to disturb Little Wu. Have you truly no respect at all for the Dugu Family?!"
Dugu Heng's face muscles tightened. He glared at the Dugu Family matriarch coldly. "Shut up!"
"Why should I shut up? Did I do anything wrong? Little Wu and Master Yu were supposed to get married but that Su Huiqing stuck herself in between them. She even tried to kill my Little Wu. Not only are you not seeking revenge for Little Wu, you are helping an outsider bully us!"
The Dugu Family matriarch was now in familiar territory and was surrounded by her own guards.
It must be said that people from the Dugu Family protected their own. Both Dugu Heng and the Dugu Family matriarch were the same.
It was just that they were protecting different people.
"According to what I know, Dugu Wu is not part of the Dugu Family at all. Marry Master Yu? I say, you two are rather shameless, aren't you?" Dugu Yusheng narrowed his eyes.
"What nonsense are you spouting!" Little Wu is the only young mistress of the Dugu Family!" The Dugu Family matriarch did not believe Dugu Yusheng at all.
"The young mistress?" Dugu Yusheng chuckled. "You probably don't know that the one lying in bed upstairs in the emergency room. The one whom we don't know if she will ever wake up. That's the one who bears the true bloodline of the Dugu Family."
"Bears the true bloodline of the Dugu Family?" The Dugu Family matriarch was dumbstruck.
She turned toward Dugu Yusheng. "You must be lying to me. That girl is a bastard child. How could she possibly be from the Dugu Family..."
"Whether she is a member of the Dugu Family, we will know after performing a DNA test. We are in a hospital after all." Dugu Yusheng looked at Dugu Heng.
Dugu Heng was feeling very out of sorts.
He always felt that he would never like Su Ruohua's daughter.
But the moment he saw Su Huiqing in person, he found that for some inexplicable reason, he didn't hate her at all.
Sometimes, instincts never lied.
But after hearing Dugu Yusheng's words, Dugu Heng realized that there could be an explanation for it.
He tried to take out a cigarette, but his hands were shaking.
Dugu Heng leaned against the wall, a rare smile appearing on his face.
Unknown Island.
Chi Yue pulled back the computer chair. With a grave expression and lowered eyes, he started typing on the keyboard.
His white fingers flew over the black keyboard. Distinct white against black.
Seeing him in this state, everyone in the room quietly retreated.
Everyone knew that when Chi Yue got like this, it meant he was going to launch a cyber attack.
Those slender, fair fingers danced over the keyboard. Chi Yue smirked when he saw the IP address on the screen.
"Have you got it?" Apollo's voice sounded out from the communications device on his ear.
"Someone has already destroyed the surveillance footage." Chi Yue pressed the communications device, the smirk on his face turning somewhat vicious.
Apollo was shocked. "What do we do then?"
Chi Yue hacked into the opponent's firewall and delivered a trojan horse into the system. "I promised the captain that I will never again abuse my abilities as a hacker like before. Now... I probably can't keep that promise anymore."
Right after he spoke.
"Click!"
He pressed the enter key.
The destroyed digital files were restored.
The wiped-out footage once again appeared.
Chi Yue looked at the figure on the screen. His eyes hardened.
A moment later, he pressed his communications device again. "Apollo, accept the file."
Apollo, who was still on his fighter jet, opened his palm pilot and accepted the file which Chi Yue sent him. His eyes were cold and harsh. "I knew it was her!"
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After hearing Dugu Yusheng's words, Dugu Heng was the most eager of them all to have someone obtain a sample of Su Huiqing's DNA.
A DNA test usually took some time.
But because it was Dugu Heng, the hospital fast-tracked the process and the results came out after just a few hours.
Dugu Heng received the results with trembling hands.
He read the results word by word.
Every single word.
It was written very clearly. Su Huiqing was related to him by blood.
The Dugu Family matriarch thought that Dugu Yusheng must have been bluffing her. But noticing Dugu Heng's reaction, she snatched the results from his hands and read it. She was completely stunned.
She never expected such an outcome.
So all along, she had been trying to kill... her very own granddaughter?
It had actually been a guess on Dugu Yusheng's part. So he was also shocked at the results.
The three of them stood there in solemn silence in the hallway.
Until Dugu Wu's shrieks could be heard from the ward.
The Dugu Family matriarch jumped in fright and rushed in.
Dugu Yusheng raised his brows and followed her in. His eyes were cold. It was good that she had finally woken.
"What are you trying to do?" The Dugu Family matriarch stared at the golden-haired man in fear. He had come in by breaking through the window.
Dugu Heng just narrowed his eyes. He recognized the person standing before him. "Apollo?"
Apollo couldn't be bothered talking to these people. "Master Dugu, you better not try and stop me. I must bring Dugu Wu away."
At his word, the people standing behind him all aimed their weapons at Dugu Heng.
"Where is Bai Yi?" The Dugu Family matriarch was still faithfully protecting Dugu Wu. "Why do you want to bring Little Wu away?"
"Why? We want to know why she secretly brought a bag of explosives into the potion room! Old Madam Dugu, I warn you not to seek out Bai Yi. If you do, he will definitely lock Ms. Dugu up in the International Prison." Apollo brushed back his golden hair as he smiled viciously.
"Explosives?" The Dugu Family matriarch's hands trembled.
How was it she didn't know anything about that?
"This has nothing to do with Little Wu. You cannot take her away." The Dugu Family matriarch shielded the panicky Dugu Wu.
Dugu Yusheng heard Apollo's words loud and clear.
He glanced at the Dugu Family matriarch with his usual lazy expression. With a mocking sneer, he said, "Old Madam, are you sure you want to protect Dugu Wu and ignore your true granddaughter?"
"No..." The Dugu Family matriarch didn't know what to do.
She had always wanted Dugu Heng to marry and give her grandchildren, but he refused.
As a result, she adopted Dugu Wu and raised her as her own granddaughter. After so many years, it was natural for her to develop true feelings for Dugu Wu.
But she never expected that the Su Huiqing whom she hated so much was actually the real granddaughter whom she had always hankered for.
She had even contracted that bunch of people to assassinate Su Huiqing.
"Dugu Wu wasn't the one who did this. You cannot take her away!" The Dugu Family matriarch was breaking apart.
Looking at these two, Dugu Heng's heart went cold.
They had truly disappointed him.
He looked at Apollo, completely disregarding the Dugu Family matriarch. His voice was harsh. "Hand Dugu Wu over to Bai Yi. Do what you have to do."
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Meanwhile.
The emergency room.
Gideon was still in a dilemma over the problem with Su Huiqing's brain.
At this moment.
The medical equipment in the emergency room all started to beep and chime. All the nurses were in a fluster.
Only Gideon turned toward the bed.
The person on the bed fluttered her lashes. Those dark, bright eyes slowly opened.
A faint, devilish aura came over that lovely face.
"King, is that you?" Gideon's hand shook.
Su Huiqing propped herself up. She turned to look at Gideon, the corners of her lips curling upward.
Under the fluorescent lights, her face was clear and lovely as always. But that smile was devious to the extreme.
She easily leaped off the bed and brushed back her mussed-up hair. Eyes lowered, no one could see their profound depths.
Gideon heard her low voice. "Yes. I am finally back."
Chapter 225: Prepare To Return
Gideon was stunned by the cold, devilish aura emanating from her.
He had no doubts at all that this person before him was the one he knew.
The one who could create such a stir by just typing one word on the screen.
Su Huiqing lowered her gaze. Her clothing was somewhat dirty. Pulling at her collar, she headed toward the door. Just as she placed her hand on the doorknob, she suddenly turned to look at Gideon.
Her eyes narrowed as she noted the scalpel that Gideon was fiddling with in his hands. She raised her brow. "Gideon?"
Her profile was cold and flawless as a piece of jade.
"Ah... yes, yes!" Gideon snapped out of his trance.
"Eh, King, how come you are so young..." Gideon smiled, his usually impassive face taking on a gentle look. "Has Bai Yi ever met you?"
"Bai Yi?" Su Huiqing turned back and opened the emergency room door. She smirked indifferently. "I met him when I first returned to the International Association."
"He must have had a big shock!" Gideon followed Su Huiqing out. He could imagine Bai Yi's reaction.
He beamed widely.
Su S had become famous as one of the members of the mercenary regiment nine years ago.
At that time, she hadn't inherited Unknown Island yet.
She was the internationally renowned Queen of Mercenaries, and the top terrorist on Bai Yi's wanted list. She had disrupted countless operations by Bai Yi, surpassing even Apollo by far.
Gideon's heart gave a heavy thud as he thought of that. He glanced at Su Huiqing.
Wait a minute... according to his calculations, she would have been only 10 years old then. How could she have registered with the mercenary regiment?!
Su Huiqing glanced at Gideon's expression but remained silent. She tucked her hands into her pocket and gazed mildly out the door.
"Qingqing?" Su Ruohua, Qu Yan and the rest saw that Su Huiqing had emerged.
Su Ruohua's eyes lit up as she hurried over to her side.
Su Huiqing put her arm around Su Ruohua's shoulders and smiled. "Mother, don't worry. What could possibly happen to me?"
Su Ruohua scrutinized Su Huiqing all over. She looked as radiant and lovely as ever, her expression and movements were also the same. It looked like there was nothing wrong at all.
If one was forced to point out a difference...
Those eyes appeared even more profound than before.
Her devilish aura was also somewhat more intense now.
She also felt more imposing.
"Good that you are fine." Su Ruohua heaved a sigh of relief.
"Mmmm, let's go back first." Su Huiqing brushed back her hair.
Her voice sounded too casual.
Su Ruohua instinctively glanced up.
But Su Huiqing had lowered her eyelids, her long lashes concealing the emotions surging in the depths of her eyes.
So much has happened today. Su Ruohua decided to personally cook dinner when they returned home. Gideon had shoved his scalpel into his pocket and followed them back.
He was dragged into a card game by Qu Yan and the gang.
Only Gu Li was able to keep up with Gideon, but only barely so.
"I have never heard of anyone who dared to go against Monster University." Gideon tossed out a card. "Looks like this is no accident. Who did Ms. Su provoke?"
Yu Xiangyang folded his cards and gave a cold smile. "There are two possibilities. The Ye Family and the Dugu Family."
Sometimes, Yu Xiangyang could be quite smart.
"If it was the Dugu Family, you have Master Dugu on your side, so there's no need to fear. But if it's the Ye Family..." Gideon smirked. "You guys have to be careful. The Ye Family is backed by Song San. You know how that guy is."
Uncle Chen placed the tea on the table. He overheard Gideon's words and was somewhat worried. "Will Ms. Su be alright?"
Even the usually placid Gu Li was taken aback by Gideon's words, not to mention Uncle Chen.
Gideon had spoken casually.
He never expected them to have such major reactions.
"Song San is just Song San. Anyway, this won't be our first time going against him." In contrast, Qu Yan was rather indifferent. She picked up a card from the table and beamed. "What's there to be afraid of?"
They had even stolen Song San's stuff previously in Country H.
Even up till now, he had yet to catch them. What's there to be afraid of?
"You are right." Yu Xiangyang smiled lazily. Uncle Chen had also brought over some snacks and he tossed a piece into his mouth. "We might even get to enjoy a good battle."
Gu Li just picked up his cup of tea and glanced at those two with narrowed eyes.
He didn't speak but the curve of his lips clearly showed his attitude.
Gideon watched these three overconfident youths.
He couldn't help smiling sadly.
They were indeed still young. They were so brash and confident that they weren't even afraid of Song San.
-
While Su Ruohua's side was full of warmth and geniality, Dugu Heng's place was a sea of cold silence.
Dugu Yusheng and Apollo had taken Dugu Wu away.
The Dugu Family matriarch just stood there watching the entire process, as if she had lost all energy. She suddenly grabbed Dugu Heng's sleeve. "Little Heng, you know these people. Go tell them that this has nothing to do with Little Wu. It was me. I was the one who contacted those people. I have no idea why Little Wu appeared there..."
"Say that again?" Dugu Heng stared at the Dugu Family matriarch. His eyes were so piercing that it was like he was trying to see right through her.
"I said that it was all my doing. It has nothing to do with Little Wu. It was me all along..."
Dugu Heng interrupted her before slowly brushing her hand aside. His eyes were chilly. "Why?"
"The Dugu Family and the Yu Family had a marriage contract. If not for Su Huiqing, Little Wu would already be part of the Yu Family..." The Dugu Family matriarch spoke very matter-of-factly.
"Mother, have you ever thought about the fact that Dugu Wu was never entitled to have all these in the first place? She has occupied the position of the young mistress of the Dugu Family for over 20 years. The Dugu Family has given her so much, is that not enough?"
"As for Yu Shijin, the marriage contract was meant for him and Qingqing all along. But the two of you wanted to kill an innocent girl over such frivolous matters. When did your heart become so black?" Dugu Heng couldn't stand the way that the Dugu Family matriarch talked about Su Huiqing.
Especially after knowing about everything.
Inside the International Association, even the Dugu Family matriarch treated Su Ruohua and her daughter with such scorn.
It was not hard to imagine what kind of treatment they suffered in Green City.
The thought of it was enough to make his heart ache.
"But she's not dead!" The Dugu Family matriarch was very agitated. "The hospital director said Su Huiqing has been discharged. But what about Little Wu? She is injured, and yet she was arrested. Why are you not concerned for her at all?!"
"I will tell you this now. I will inform Ruohua and Qingqing truthfully about this entire matter. If they don't forgive you, you will be kicked out of the Dugu Family! I will send you out of the International Association!" Dugu Heng stared coldly at the Dugu Family matriarch.
He then left without even turning his head, shutting the door behind him.
The Dugu Family matriarch remained standing there, completely thunderstruck.
Sent out of the International Association... what did this mean?
The Dugu Family matriarch widened her eyes in panic. She didn't wish to endure that kind of destitution again. She sat down on the bed, her mind in a daze.
Until dinnertime when someone opened the door.
"Old Madam Dugu, our master has asked for you." It was not a servant who opened the door, but a stranger dressed in black. "If you wish Dugu Wu to survive and you wish to stay on at the Dugu Family, please follow me."
The Dugu Family matriarch remained still for a couple of moments. In the end, she gritted her teeth and followed him.
She eventually arrived at Song San's fighter jet and met the person himself.
The Dugu Family matriarch's face froze. "Master... Master San?"
Song San turned. His face was as handsome and peaceful as always. He smiled at the Dugu Family matriarch. "Old Madam Dugu, you just need to do one thing if you wish to save Dugu Wu."
"What?" The Dugu Family matriarch immediately asked.
Song San maintained his serene smile. "Report Apollo."
-
Apollo had too many firearms and secret weapons in his possession.
After so many years, countless powers had tried to swallow Apollo, but to no avail.
Song San had always wished to lay claim over Apollo's weapons hoard. But he never got the opportunity or excuse to strike. Now that Apollo was operating in the International Association, it was a good chance for him to attack.
Especially since Apollo had even mobilized his own fighter jets here.
This was a threat to the International Association.
No one dared to openly go against Apollo. But Song San had the power to.
More accurately, the International Association still had the power to go against Apollo. Unknown Island, the International Battlefield and Song San all had the capability.
It was just that most people would never dare to openly go against Apollo.
This time was different.
Song San gazed out the window, his eyes cold as the winter frost.
He had to make sure that in the end, all the power in the International Association would fall in his hands.
It was already three hours later when Chi Yue knew of this.
Song San had sealed off Apollo's temporary hideout. All wireless connections to that place were cut off.
Even Dugu Yusheng had no solution.
But in this world, there really wasn't anything much that could keep Chi Yue out.
Chi Yue had already traced Su Huiqing's previous phone call, but before he could listen to the recording, he received news of Apollo's hideout being sealed.
He lowered his eyes.
"Mr. Chi Yue, should we contact Bai Yi?" Someone outside knocked on the door and asked respectfully.
Chi Yue opened his drawer and took out his personal laptop. He answered in a low voice, "No need."
He opened his laptop and started typing out a string of numbers on the keyboard.
A cold smile danced upon the corners of his lips.
Just as well. He had yet to avenge the previous incident at Unknown Island. He would get his revenge all at once.
In this world, there wasn't a single person who could keep Chi Yue out if he really wished to hack into a place.
Very soon, a website with surveillance footage appeared on his laptop screen.
It was retrieved from a satellite.
Song San, Apollo and their men were facing off each other.
The footage had no audio.
But Chi Yue closely monitored the 10 black-clad men standing behind Song San. He adjusted his spectacles as his eyes darkened.
He had even summoned those 10 men.
If the two sides really clashed, it would be a major disaster to the entire International Association, no matter who won or lost.
No one knew what Apollo's trump card was. Just like no one knew the limits of just how powerful those 10 men behind Song San were.
His fingers were still on the keyboard.
But his face was no longer relaxed.
He stared at the screen for a moment longer before glancing at the cell phone beside.
After a second's hesitation, he picked up the cell phone and dialled a familiar number.
On the other end, Su Huiqing had just finished bathing.
She rubbed her hair dry as she picked up the phone. "What?"
Her voice was raspy, probably because she had just bathed.
Her lowered lashes concealed those dark eyes of her.
"Song San has made a move. He is going straight at Apollo." Chi Yue rested his arm against the back of his chair. His voice was grave. "He has started to gather the powers within the International Association."
Su Huiqing was momentarily taken aback.
She then chuckled.
Her voice was very calm. "Chi Yue, bring my stuff over. You should know where I live."
Chapter 226: Captain, Welcome Back
Su Huiqing hung up the phone, the expression on her face remained unchanging.
She rubbed her hair a little more.
She had already been successfully promoted just before the explosion. Her newly promoted body was now at about 80 to 90 percent of her original prowess, and so that tiny explosion did no harm to her at all.
Su Huiqing stood by the mirror, which reflected her fresh, lovely face perfectly.
But her bright eyes were more grave now.
A chilliness had also settled on the corners of her lips.
Downstairs.
Not many visited the Su Family residence. But someone was knocking at the door again.
Uncle Chen went to open it, and was met with a tall, strapping and gentlemanly-looking youth. He was a bit startled. "Mister, who are you looking for?"
"Hello, Uncle Chen." The youth adjusted his gold spectacles with a warm smile. "I am Ms. Su's friend."
Uncle Chen's cell phone beeped at this moment.
A message: Let him in.
Uncle Chen immediately stood aside and allowed the man to come in.
Chi Yue swung his backpack onto his shoulder, while his other hand was still holding his ultra-slim laptop. He nodded at Uncle Chen before entering.
Inside the house, Gideon was still playing cards with the rest. Noticing that someone had just come in, he just glanced up casually at the newcomer. "Gu Li, is he your schoolmate?"
"No." Gu Li looked at Chi Yue with narrowed eyes. "I have never met this person before."
He had seen every single one of Su Huiqing's friends.
Apollo, Dugu Yusheng and Gideon... as well as Chi Qing from before. They had met them all.
But this person... it was the first time they were meeting him.
"Who are you?" Instantly alert, Qu Yan lifted her head.
Yu Xiangyang also quietly put down the cards in his hands.
Looking at how the trio reacted, Gideon also turned toward the newcomer.
He instinctively reached for his scalpel.
Nevertheless, Gideon's face remained serene. He gazed calmly at the person, his voice mild. "I don't think we have met?"
"I know that you are Gideon." Chi Yue glanced at Gideon. Standing right beneath the light, his features were partially hidden in the shadows. As a result, they could only see his general profile.
He didn't pause in his steps, but just headed up the stairs.
Gideon's grip tightened around his scalpel. The light in his eyes was dangerous. "Who the hell are you?"
Not many people in this world could recognize Gideon. But he knew that he had never met this person before.
Chi Yue was already on the first step.
He paused and turned toward Gideon. "Rapid Fire Mercenary Regiment, Chi Yue."
Gideon's eyes dilated as he dropped his scalpel to the floor.
"What's the matter?" Qu Yan and the rest were surprised at Gideon's stunned face.
Gideon quickly picked up his shiny scalpel, his eyes turning somewhat profound. "It's actually him..."
Chi Yue. The great general who was now safeguarding Unknown Island.
No one in the world could touch Chi Yue.
At this moment, even Qu Yan could see the way Gideon was looking at Chi Yue. With respect, admiration, and even excitement!
Upstairs, Chi Yue knocked on the door and entered.
Su Huiqing was leaning against the windowsill, holding her cell phone to her ear. She looked like she was in the middle of a call.
Chi Yue placed his backpack on the table. Trying not to disturb her, he just opened his own laptop.
A short while later, Su Huiqing hung up and walked to the table. She put one white hand on that black backpack.
Seeing her approach, Chi Yue closed his laptop and stood to the side.
Su Huiqing narrowed her eyes.
She knew how chaotic the International Association was now.
She also knew what her duties were.
It was not just Unknown Island.
She opened the backpack.
Revealing something which she had not seen in a year.
There were two items.
One was a silver mask with intricate floral carvings. A large "S" was also carved on the top left-hand corner.
The other was a fire-red dress.
These items signified Su S of Unknown Island.
Su Huiqing smirked, but her expression remained clear and pristine. She picked up the mask. It felt a little cool to the touch.
She then slowly put it over her own face.
Apollo had trusted her unconditionally.
The people of Unknown Island were still guarding the final line of defense.
Beneath that peaceful facade, the International Association had already descended into chaos.
The people of Unknown Island had already guarded the place for her for so long. It was time for her return.
Click!
Su Huiqing fastened the mask.
She then put on the dazzling red dress. Her jet-black hair flowed out from behind that mask. Cold and diabolical. It was like she had stepped over to the dark side.
A familiar get-up.
A familiar chilliness.
This moment marked her true return!
Chi Yue suppressed his exhilaration as his blood surged through in his veins. He smiled, his eyes darker than ever before. "Captain, welcome back."
Chapter 227: A Heavy Burden
It had been a year since Su Huiqing last went on a mission.
Her first time back and she had to face off with Song San.
And with the mercenary regiment sorely lacking in manpower. She only had Chi Yue with her now.
But these were not major problems.
Su Huiqing lowered her eyes and slowly wound the silver wire around her wrist. The silver mask concealed the expression on her face. All that was revealed were her pitch-black eyes.
Anyway, the waters of the International Association were already muddied.
It wouldn't matter if they further stirred things up.
Chi Yue had already opened his laptop and was typing a long string of numbers into it.
The two of them had always worked well together and knew exactly what part to play.
Su Huiqing put the communications device in her ear.
She then pulled open the curtains. Putting one hand on the windowsill, she flipped over and leaped into the dark night.
A white dog scurrying in the bushes below saw the figure falling from the sky. Its round eyes widened in shock.
Su Huiqing lifted her head and smirked at the dog.
But no one could see under that mask.
"There are 10 perimeter guards and I can check their coordinates." Chi Yue pressed enter and a revolving 3D image of a city popped up on the screen. "Go forward and circle around the warehouse."
Su Huiqing immediately headed in that direction at his words.
Chi Yue was still typing away on his keyboard.
His eyes suddenly narrowed. "Captain, Apollo managed to construct the near-light speed fighter jet after your death. It is... at the usual place."
Su Huiqing was stunned by his words.
She lowered her eyes and touched her mask. "I got it."
-
Meanwhile, at the Yu Family residence.
The Yu Family Head led the captain of the International Police to Yu Hongchang's room.
Yu Hongchang was watching that lamp.
The captain greeted him respectfully, looking somewhat panicked. "Old Master Yu, only you or Master Yu will be able to resolve this issue."
"Speak," Yu Hongchang's gaze didn't even waver. His voice was also very serene.
The captain was not at all surprised at his manner. "Master San has gone after Apollo. Both sides are now at Apollo's hideout. Master San has even brought the 10 great island gods over. I am afraid things will get out of hand."
"10 great island gods?" Yu Hongchang glanced up as his face darkened. "He wishes to take Apollo's power for himself?"
The Yu Family Head smiled. "This is not something recent. There are many people who wish to take Apollo's power, but no one has dared to make a move as Apollo is friendly with Unknown Island. The fact that Master San waited nearly a year before making his move is already considered pretty good."
Yu Hongchang touched the lamp. "Song San does have that capability."
The captain's face changed. "Old City Lord, please save the commoners on the south island!"
He knew that at this time, even Bai Yi would be useless.
Dugu Heng's character was too weird, and the captain would never be able to enlist him.
Only the Old City Lord could face Song San and Apollo.
In the past... there was still Unknown Island.
The captain couldn't help sighing at that thought.
"Take him to find Shijin." The Old City Lord looked at the Yu Family Head. His eyes were profound and no one could tell what he was thinking. "By my estimation, he should be coming out soon."
"Got it." The Yu Family Head immediately complied.
The two of them left.
Yu Hongchang stood in the middle of the room for a moment.
In the entire study, only that lamp continued to flicker.
After a long while, a heavy sigh could be heard.
Song San had sought out Apollo. All the powers would know of this.
They would all support Song San in his efforts to destroy Apollo. This would strengthen Song San's side tremendously.
"Apollo, you abused the use of military firearms and brought all sorts of calamities upon the world. You have even brought your nefarious ways to the International Association now." Song San stood before Apollo's hideout with his arms crossed and face expressionless. His clothes drifted gently in the breeze.
Song San narrowed his eyes. "Please come with me to Unknown Island."
Everyone knew that the International Association's prison was in Unknown Island.
Song San was planning to arrest Apollo.
Apollo just brushed back his golden hair, he didn't put down his weapon but just smiled at Song San. "If you want to punish someone no matter what, you can always find some excuse. Song San, if you do this, even if you become the International Association's commander-in-chief, no one will really support you."
His words had no effect on Song San at all.
Song San just chuckled before getting one of his men to bring over a laptop. He pointed at the screen.
"This is what happened today. You caused a major ruckus at the hospital and Old Madam Dugu has personally reported against you." Song San swiped the screen to the next page.
It was a live recording of a battlefield.
An explosive was tossed into a village.
The footage was shot by a drone, and it clearly showed the image of a man with his legs blown off. The camera then turned toward the invaders, who boldly charged in with their armoured vehicles.
"Did you see? This is all your doing. Selling firearms to war criminals." Song San looked at Apollo, his eyes full of judgment. "Causing these people to lose their homes. Making young children orphans. You have sinned too deeply..."
Song San had always been a scheming person.
He was very smart and knew what his goal was.
At a time like this, there was no point in hiding anything anymore. He turned on the camera to broadcast their situation live to the entire world.
He showed the whole International Association how he was seeking justice from Apollo.
Everyone saw how Song San reprimanded Apollo.
It was true that such battles at continent F were a common sight.
Many small towns in the more remote countries were in such situations.
These places were too isolated and sparsely populated. Being directly bombed like this was not the worst - Su Huiqing had witnessed an entire village of people being used as experimental subjects. It ended up being a zombie village.
That kind of living hell was the worst.
Su Huiqing also saw the broadcast. She was already on a fighter jet and pressed her communications device. "Get me a flight route to that place."
The two of them were very in tune. Chi Yue had already sent her the flight route the moment she finished her sentence.
Meanwhile, Song San was continuing his little speech.
"Today, I represent all the people who have been fighting against war, all the people who have lost loved ones, all the people who have lost their homes. I represent them to seek justice from you." Song San's face was stern, his eyes harsh.
No one could tell what he was truly thinking.
Apollo narrowed his eyes. He instinctively clenched his fists.
Those golden eyes of his were extremely dark.
It was clear that his eyes were fixed upon the recording on the screen.
Those watching the live broadcast could also see the footage.
Nearly everyone could see the footage shot by the drone. The sounds of bombs going off made them shiver in horror.
"I have never seen such a thing before. I can't believe such carnage still exists. What else has the International Association been keeping from us?!"
"Why are they still manufacturing military firearms? How can such things still happen in such peace times?"
"It's too terrible. Those invaders deserve to go to hell!"
"And that firearms dealer. He's a disgusting demon!"
"..."
This the first time Apollo was so publicly censured.
Song San had also just published all information on Apollo on the internet. In this modern times, news travelled very fast.
Apollo had yet to do anything, and he was already on the wrong side of justice.
Song San saw that Apollo's eyes were growing darker, but he was unconcerned. He thought that his direct broadcast would be blocked by some people, and never expected things to actually reach this stage.
At this moment, the drone zoomed in on a child in the midst of the chaos. The cannon of an armored vehicle turned toward the kid. "My goodness, so pitiful. Such a small child. He shouldn't have to go through such a terrible experience."
Most of the netizens were very sympathetic toward that kid.
They shut their eyes in fright even as they bubbled with hatred toward Apollo.
Continent F.
A middle-aged man in black stood upon an armored vehicle, watching the entire scene with arms crossed behind his back. His smile was vicious. "Don't leave a single one alive."
The young boy's face was still black with soot.
He stared dumbly into the dark mouth of the cannon. Those pitch-black eyes were unreadable.
Everyone watching the live broadcast froze in anxiety!
At this moment, a sudden flash!
"Bang!"
A big explosion. The netizens all slowly opened their eyes. They stared in shock as a red figure suddenly appeared on the screen.
Lit by the brilliant flames, the red figure and silver mask glowed. Dark hair floated in the air, that silver wire curled around her hand. It was an unforgettable image!
Red dress, black hair.
With a raging fire as the background.
The man standing on the armored vehicle immediately raised his weapon when he saw the woman who had suddenly just leaped out from nowhere. Simultaneously, countless weapons turn toward Su Huiqing. The middle-aged man sneered. "Have you come to die?"
He pulled the trigger.
Su Huiqing didn't pause. She grabbed the boy and pulled him into her arms.
She then leaped up and pushed off a wall beside her, nimbly dodging the bullets. Placing the boy on the ground, she propped herself up with one hand and glanced up. Those narrowed eyes of hers exuded an intensely evil aura!
"Do you think you can escape a second time?!" The man snorted before once again raising his weapon.
Su Huiqing didn't even blink.
She just coolly lifted one hand.
Several silver streaks flashed by!
No one managed to see clearly what happened.
All those watching the live footage were covering their mouths in shock. They inadvertently blurted out cries of "watch out" and "be careful"!
Su Huiqing just lowered her eyes and slowly wound the silver wire back on her wrist.
The netizens all feared for her and were jumping up and down in anxiety. They just felt like reaching in to drag her through the screen to safety. "Hurry up and escape, you fool!"
"Their weapons are still aimed at you!"
"Get that kid and run!"
"..."
Su Huiqing just slowly walked toward the child and bent over to pick him up.
She lifted her head and looked at the drone. She said calmly. "It ends now."
At this moment, all those invaders collapsed to the ground! If there was anyone on the scene, they would be able to see the thin red lines across their necks.
Su Huiqing walked forward carrying the child.
Her back profile looked somewhat domineering.
Behind her.
Those armored cars all started to explode.
Flames rushed up into the sky in a thundering roar.
All the viewers stared dumbfounded by the sight. They were totally immersed by the scene.
Meanwhile, that woman in the red dress didn't even turn her head.
Su Huiqing arrived at her own fighter jet, but she didn't board it immediately. She faced the drone and said mockingly. "I heard you guys are joining forces to suppress Apollo, so that he cannot create firearms anymore? Take a good look now. This is the harsh reality."
Su Huiqing pointed at the war scene behind her. Her red dress was still flowing in the air.
Her voice was magnetic and somewhat raspy, making her sound exceptionally cool.
"This is still happening all over the world. The strong preys on the weak. This has always been the rule of the universe. Nothing has changed."
"Without the weapons he created, do you think you guys can still enjoy your peace and stability?"
"Every year, Apollo would make use of one-third of his firepower to clear out invaders like this."
"He nearly died in many of the attempts. But he never told anyone this. What right do you guys have to rebuke him?"
"Don't tell me about how peaceful the world is now. You can only see good times in front of you because others are bearing the heavy burden for you!"
Chapter 228: The Road Back To The Island
Everyone in the International Association who was watching the broadcast remained stunned in front of the screen.
Some of them typed the word "cool" but didn't post it.
One by one, they felt their heartbeats freeze.
They were all watching her. Not just the ordinary folks but also Song San, Apollo, Dugu Yusheng and countless leaders in the International Association...
That familiar red color.
That familiar silver mask.
That familiar voice.
...
Apollo finally snapped out of his trance.
He lifted his hand to shield the bloodlust in his eyes. He smirked. "That... that fellow."
He didn't even realize how hoarse his own voice was.
Song San just narrowed his eyes viciously. It truly took him aback.
It was like he just couldn't believe his eyes when he saw that person on the screen.
Those pitch-black eyes stared fixedly upon the screen, unwilling to miss a single second.
Chi Yue, who was still in Su Huiqing's room, was also staring at the screen. That red figure was bewitching.
Chi Yue had a faint smile upon his lips. He adjusted his spectacles and placed his hands on the keyboard once again. She was truly back this time.
His fingers trembled slightly on the keyboard.
Chi Yue took two deep breaths. He still had something even more important to do. He typed in a string of numbers.
"Click!"
He pressed enter!
At this moment, the live broadcast reached the screens of every single person.
Anyone who was watching variety shows, anime or some television drama, whether on their laptops or their phones-all their screens were now displaying that red figure!
That bold red color fluttered in the wind. That gleaming black hair and silver mask. The image was clear and piercing, even the intricate carvings on the mask could be seen. Behind her were raging flames.
A light chuckle could be heard.
That laugh was very faint. A solemn voice, without it's earlier dominance, but now tinged with a diabolical impudence. "I never expected so many changes after just one year of absence. I am really sorry that you guys have had to face this alone for so long. Now, I am back."
The corners of Su Huiqing's lips curled up slightly.
No one could see the smile under her mask.
But strangely, nearly everyone could feel that smile.
She waved.
A silver needle flew out!
That drone shattered into pieces.
Everyone's screens turned to static.
Her final sentence was spoken slowly and distinctly. The words echoed in everyone's ears.
The commoners had no idea what was happening. Everyone online was asking who was that? Who the hell was that?!
What did she mean by "I am back"?!
Only those few people in Unknown Island, those who knew Su S-their hands shook over their computers.
Apollo, Gideon and the rest were all dumbstruck.
They had never met Su S in person.
They only heard the legends about her red dress and mask.
The International Association was engulfed in a tense atmosphere like never before. The leaders from the various countries were jamming up the phone lines of the International Association.
Countless powerful people rushed toward Unknown Island!
Apollo stuffed his hands into his pocket, emerging from his initial worried state to his current calm.
From the very first time he met that person, he more or less knew that her influence was already carved deep into his bones.
He had once given up during the beginning.
But everyone else was still determined.
Dugu Yusheng didn't leave the International Association.
Chi Yue had also returned to Unknown Island.
Everyone in Unknown Island was also holding on. Whether it was at the laboratory or the International Prison.
After all, Unknown Island was once her territory.
Since she died in battle, it was their turn to take over.
Apollo opened his cell phone and saw that the Unknown Island forum was once again bustling with comments. There was just one thread: Make sure that my road back to Unknown Island is paved with fresh blood! - Su S.
Chapter 229: Do I Have The Right?
The building where the Su Family was staying.
Chi Yue's eyes narrowed when he saw that Su Huiqing had destroyed the drone. The live broadcast over the internet ended.
He just continued reading the comments left by netizens, his heart still racing, his hands still on the keyboard.
The room lights weren't turned on.
The glow from the computer screen lit up his face, making it look cold and harsh. Those lowered eyes were brighter than ever before.
Chi Yue chuckled.
There was no other feeling like this in the world.
She was truly back.
He raised his hand and closed his laptop.
"Mr. Chi Yue, won't you stay for dinner?" Uncle Chen was placing a plate of fruit on the table when he saw Chi Yue coming down the stairs with his laptop.
Chi Yue adjusted his spectacles and smiled warmly. "Thank you, Uncle Chen. I still have some matters to see."
Uncle Chen put down the plate and saw Chi Yue off.
Everyone was sitting on the sofa, watching their cell phones in a daze.
They snapped out of their trance on hearing Chi Yue and Uncle Chen talking.
Gu Li and the gang appeared oblivious, but Gideon stared fixedly at Chi Yue!
Especially when he noted the backpack that Chi Yue was carrying. His eyes darkened!
Uncle Chen closed the door after seeing Chi Yue enter the lift. He murmured. "That's strange. I don't think I told him my surname before..."
Gideon had already turned away.
"This person is so formidable..." Qu Yan pressed replay on her cell phone.
Gu Li and Yu Xiangyang nodded in agreement.
But Gideon raised his brows and pointed at the red figure, his voice had a slight lilt to it. "You don't know this person?"
"Should we know her?" Gu Li turned toward Gideon.
His expression was thoughtful.
Gideon's expression didn't change. But he now knew that Su Huiqing didn't tell these people about her identity. He nonchalantly rapped against the table. "Go online and search for Unknown Island's Su S. No wait, those people probably don't dare to publish her information online... you guys are from Monster University right? When you get the chance, go to the library to read up on her."
Gideon leaned back on the sofa. He took up his cell phone and looked like he was busy chatting with someone.
Totally ignoring the rest of them.
Since Su Huiqing didn't tell them, he didn't wish to interfere.
Anyway, these people would never guess that the person was Su Huiqing.
After all, Su Huiqing was usually a very mild and nonchalant person.
Meanwhile, that figure in red was wild and bewitching, bold and audacious.
If he hadn't witnessed it with his own eyes, Gideon wouldn't even believe those two characters could be from the same family.
Gideon was reading the messages in the Demon Concentration Camp, which was coming fast and furious.
Now, those people... should be back too.
On the other side.
Chi Yue was driving and his laptop was opened by his side.
Strings of numbers streamed across the screen.
A line of red words jumped out. "Someone is trying to attack!"
A voice sounded out from his communications device. "Master Chi Yue, someone is trying to trace your IP address."
"They already know it's me. Why waste their efforts?" Chi Yue's voice was mild.
His smile was indifferent.
Everyone in the hacker community knew that no one would ever be able to trace his IP address.
The car came to a stop by a stronghold along the coastline of Unknown Island.
He opened the door and rested his hand on the side of the deck.
Bright lights lit up his profile.
At the same time, countless fighter jets descended.
Swish!
Swish!
Swish!
Figure after figure descended from the sky, landing on all fours before standing up.
They formed two neat rows, one on each side of Chi Yue, before saluting. "Master Chi Yue!"
Chi Yue just gave a wave of his hand. He didn't speak.
He pressed his cell phone and saw the time on display: 21:59!
It quickly jumped to 22:00
His eyes lit up!
It was time.
A fighter jet flew in smoothly and landed right in front of the group!
Everyone was holding their breaths, their hearts racing, their fingers clenched tight.
Their eyes were bright as they looked at that fighter jet.
Right in front of the crowd, a dazzling figure leaped down from the jet!
Su Huiqing leaned over and put the child down on the ground.
She then turned and looked at the people. Under the lights, her bright, clear eyes with that devilish glint looked so familiar.
Chi Yue regained his composure and performed a proper military salute. "Unknown Island, Rapid Fire Mercenary Regiment, Chi Yue."
"Unknown Island, laboratory member, Liu Heng!"
"Unknown Island, International Prison Division, Feng Yu!"
"..."
"Welcome back, King!"
They had been waiting for her return all this while. This moment had finally arrived.
Their shouts were so vigorous that the nearby birds were all startled. They flapped their wings and flew away!
Everyone was gazing at Su Huiqing with bright, eager eyes.
There was no other feeling like this in the world.
After waiting for so long, they still remembered the shock and bittersweet feeling when they first heard the news.
The tacit agreement to protect Unknown Island.
Their determination to never give up over the past year.
The undying faith to safeguard Unknown Island.
They had been here all along.
No one knew if she would ever return. But everyone made the same personal decision.
To wait for a person who might never come back.
Until this moment when they were looking at this person. They finally realized it had all been worth it!
Su Huiqing walked over and looked at them. She smiled, her eyes deep and profound. "From today onwards, Unknown Island will return to the International Association. Are you scared?"
She spoke lightly, but her words echoed in their ears.
Chi Yue was the first to smile. "I have waited for this day for a long time."
Apart from him, no one at present knew that she had truly died then.
Death. That word was always on his mind.
From that time after he met Su Huiqing, he was unable to come to terms with that word. In addition, when he heard that recording while checking the surveillance footage at Monster University...
Chi Qing...
He mouthed that name silently.
Chi Yue lowered his eyes, concealing the bloodlust in his eyes.
Su Huiqing just raised her hand and brushed back her fringe. She chuckled. "Our first battle will be with Song San!"
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At Apollo's hideout.
Song San was still standing there, brooding.
Apollo shoved his hands into his pockets and sneered at Song San. "Master San, are you still going to try and arrest me?"
Song San slowly turned toward Apollo. His eyes were pitch-black and he no longer looked as calm. "Illegal trade in military firearms. You need to be arrested."
He brushed his own sleeves. "As for the person impersonating the Queen of Mercenaries, I will get to the bottom of that."
Song San gazed imperiously at Apollo, his eyes rather grim.
He knew better than anyone else that the person was already dead. The grave was still there. How could she appear again?
Apollo's men immediately raised their weapons.
Song San crossed his arms behind his back. He looked at Apollo and said gravely, "Apollo, go ahead and fire. I guarantee that none of you will be able to escape."
Apollo remained standing there, his eyes sharp and harsh.
He was not going to yield.
At this moment.
Countless spotlights shone down.
Scores of fighter jets appeared, all of which had some intricate carvings at the side.
Under the bright lights, the carvings reflected coldly.
Those carvings...
"People from Unknown Island!"
There were several cries of shock.
Unknown Island had cut their ties with the world for a year. Almost no one had heard any news about Unknown Island for the past 12 months.
It was like Unknown Island, the place which had previously turned the entire International Association upside down, had ceased to exist.
Everyone instinctively went on high alert on seeing people from Unknown Island again.
Song San stared at Chi Yue. "Chi Yue, do you know what you are doing?"
Chi Yue walked nonchalantly over to Apollo's side. He smiled. "Of course."
Apollo maintained his calm from start till end.
He knew that Su Huiqing wouldn't leave him behind...
"Don't forget that you have no right to represent Unknown Island. Don't forget your own status. If you are taking advantage of this situation to create trouble, get the person backing you to come talk to me directly." Song San glared at Chi Yue.
He was trying to force Chi Yue's hand.
He was well aware of the fact that Chi Yue was definitely involved in tonight's incident.
The two sides faced off with each other.
At this moment, a voice sounded out from nearby.
"He doesn't have the right, but what about me?"
Low, sharp and cold.
Everyone turned toward the voice.
An erect figure strolled over.
Dressed in black, her eyes were lowered such that no one could see them clearly. All they could see were the sharp planes of her face.
But complete silence descended the moment the crowd saw this figure.
Chapter 230: Yu Shijin Arrives
Even Song San was stunned.
He was also looking in that direction with puzzled eyes.
The captain of the International Police wiped the cold sweat off his forehead in relief. He and his team of men were already on standby some distance away. That person was finally here.
It was Yu Shijin.
It was already past 10pm at night.
There was only one light at Apollo's hideout.
Unlike Song San and Apollo, each of whom had a large team standing behind them, Yu Shijin only had two people with him.
Chief detective and Chu Xuning.
There were so many people on the scene.
But his cold, regal figure alone commanded all the attention.
Even Apollo, who had laser cannons in his arsenal, didn't possess the power that Yu Shijin exuded.
Song San narrowed his eyes and looked at Yu Shijin. "Are you sure you want to interfere with this matter?"
Yu Shijin glanced at Chi Yue and the gang.
Seeing that nearly all the leaders of Unknown Island were present, his eyes narrowed slightly.
"Song San." Yu Shijin shifted his gaze toward Song San and said in an extremely chilly voice, "Have my actions not been obvious enough?"
Song San glanced at him, a faint smile on his lips. "I just never expected you to have any designs on the International Association..."
He was going to say something more, but Yu Shijin interrupted him.
Yu Shijin tucked his hands into his pockets. He said coldly, "Leave."
"You..." Song San's eyes narrowed. He clenched his fists.
It was clear he was really very angry now.
But Yu Shijin didn't care. He looked at Song San with frosty eyes. "If not for the fact that you saved her that time, you would already be dead."
He spoke very calmly.
But his words caused Song San to clench his fists even more tightly. If one took a closer look, he would see the veins popping all around his hands.
The drone on continent F had been destroyed by Su Huiqing.
But the camera filming the live broadcast here was still recording.
Everyone saw the sudden appearance of that handsome figure. The barrage of comments from online netizens came to a sudden halt for that moment.
Not many people in the International Association knew of Yu Shijin.
One of the men from Song San's side immediately raised his weapon and aimed at Yu Shijin. "How dare you treat Master San with such..."
Before he could finish his sentence, there was a loud swish!
No one saw what exactly happened.
But that man was now pinned to the pillar behind him!
"If there is anyone who still doesn't wish to leave..." Yu Shijin had his bow out, which glinted coldly in the light. "...feel free to try your luck."
That person pinned to the pillar was on display for all to see!
Song San's face darkened as he glanced at the bow in Yu Shijin's hands. His expression was unreadable.
Yu Shijin's cell phone vibrated. He glanced at the message on the screen.
His fingers paused imperceptibly.
"It looks like you guys have forgotten the fifth rule of the International Association." Yu Shijin kept his cell phone as he spoke placidly. "I hope that from today onwards, you will again remember this rule."
He turned left.
All the viewers could see was his chilly back profile.
He looked cold and aloof.
Suddenly, as if he suddenly thought of something. He raised his hand and tossed an arrow outward.
It struck the live broadcast camera!
The live broadcast was completely cut off.
He didn't turn back.
After a short moment, Song San lowered his eyes and waved. "Let's go!"
The captain heaved a sigh of relief.
He glanced at his communications device. It was a message from Bai Yi: How are things?
The captain replied with trembling hands: Master Yu is here.
Bai Yi responded very quickly: Just him alone?
Who else could there be? The captain was puzzled.
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Yu Shijin didn't wander off too far.
He came to the side of a familiar car and placed his hand on the door. He sighed softly. "Come out."