Chapter 1914: No Time Left

Chapter 1914: Chapter 1914: No Time Left

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"What the National Security Bureau can’t do, The Netherworld Palace can." Ye Shikai firmly stated, not because the National Security Bureau lacks strength, but because it is inherently limited. It can’t operate abroad freely — even if it could, the personnel, equipment, and effectiveness would be greatly compromised in a foreign environment, facing multiple constraints and unable to fully exert its capabilities.

This was the first time Ye Shikai mentioned "The Netherworld Palace" at the National Security Bureau, and he did so unabashedly. Previously, the Bureau’s willingness to cooperate with The Netherworld Palace was entirely because of Ye Shikai, and on paper, it was never said to be a collaboration with The Netherworld Palace, but rather with Ye Shikai himself. Now that Ye Shikai directly mentioned "The Netherworld Palace," it symbolized the official cooperation between the National Security Bureau and The Netherworld Palace.

"Mr. Ye, I appreciate your intentions, but this matter is not solely yours — it’s our business as well. That group dared to attack even the Bureau’s station, clearly declaring war against us. We can’t remain silent." Director Jin didn’t reject Ye Shikai’s goodwill but wasn’t going to leave all the work only to Ye Shikai either.

"Director Jin, I understand your point, but the situation is very complex now. If the National Security Bureau intervenes recklessly in foreign matters, there will certainly be repercussions. It’s best to leave it to us. However, Jing Xie can act with us. In this way, it’s considered a contribution." Ye Shikai continued.

"Alright then, let’s discuss it thoroughly. The attack has just ended, and the other side won’t dare move carelessly. We can use this opportunity to annihilate them in one fell swoop." Suggested Ye Shikai.

"Okay, let’s go to the meeting room and have a slow discussion."

The group talked for a long time and gathered a lot of information. The man is named George. Though he has a face resembling someone from Huaxia, he is entirely a foreigner. But that’s not unusual — there are many such individuals abroad. He owns a massive enterprise in North America, which also includes a unit dedicated to biotechnology research. Additionally, with the enterprise’s advantage, he can access the most advanced machinery and data. Biotechnology consumes a lot of money, but he doesn’t mind. Even if the HST project really originated from George’s hands, compared to the ’returns,’ the funds invested would just be a drop in the ocean.

Ye Shikai’s opinion was to act sooner rather than later, to eliminate him at the earliest. Otherwise, if they waited for the HST project to mature, it would be too late...

"Actually, I have the same opinion. However, right now, we don’t have much understanding of George. Would rashly going forward be a good idea? Also, I remember there were those poisonous insects: Red Poison Gu and Heart Devouring Poisonous Insect. Just a bit of carelessness, and being poisoned by them would result in tremendous loss." Jin Li seemed a bit troubled; Tianjing was already dead. He didn’t want any more such losses, especially those that were completely avoidable. To avoid losses, there must be enough intelligence. Knowing oneself and the enemy leads to victory, but... time waits for no one. If they don’t act soon, the next target of the mutant attacks might not just be some sub-bureau branch in Jiangnan, but the headquarters in Yanjing.

"There’s no time to lose. Once we’ve made the plan, it should be executed."

"This time I agree with Mr. Ye, Director Jin. Their attacks are already in the open. If we continue like this, it will be disastrous. We have to take advantage of a surprise attack now for any chance of success."

"Alright then, let’s go all out." Agreed Director Jin with a nod.

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Hotel.

"Wuyan, how have you been feeling lately?" Ye Shikai asked casually. Wuyan was sitting on the sofa. She had been in Yanjing for some time but had nothing much to do, feeling idle. Wuyan was not an ordinary person; her status as the Sect Leader of the Worm Sect was enough to stand alongside Huaxia’s top sects. If she hadn’t deliberately hidden her presence in Yanjing, the heads of the four major families might have visited her personally.

"Not bad. There’s food and drink here. If I wasn’t the Sect Leader, I would definitely stay to enjoy it." Wuyan looked a bit lazy, even a bit ’disheveled.’ After all, she was just a nineteen-year-old girl. Having stayed in the paradise-like Worm Sect for so long, suddenly living in a bustling city for a while affected her mindset somewhat.

"Cough, cough. If you want to visit Yanjing in the future, feel free to come anytime. If you do, I’ll make sure you’re well taken care of."

"Forget it. There are still many things in the sect that need me to handle. Staying for a month or two is fine, but long-term isn’t possible." Wuyan waved her hand, then shifted the topic. "You’re always so busy. It’s impossible to find you, yet today you come looking for me. You must need something."

"I’m going abroad tomorrow," Ye Shikai said calmly.

"What did you say?"

"I have a hunch that the person named George is the mastermind behind the HST project. This trip is to settle all accounts."

"Have you decided?" Wuyan inquired.

"Yes, this time, I’m putting an end to everything." Ye Shikai nodded. Over the past two years, he’s been through so much. The brothers of The Netherworld Palace experienced a lot too. At this moment, the only thing left in front of him was the HST project. Only by solving it could he live without worry.

"Alright, I’ll go with you." Wuyan offered directly.

"Wuyan, that’s not very appropriate..."

"Do you really need to be polite with me? The opponent has the Red Poison Gu and the Heart Devouring Poisonous Insect, and possibly even more insidious and deadly poisonous insects. If encountered, even you might face certain death. If I’m by your side, won’t you all be safer?"

"Besides, you came to find me today to ask for my help, didn’t you? Then why the pretense?" Wuyan was always straightforward, never hiding her words, often leaving Ye Shikai at a loss for words, even appearing somewhat hypocritical. Clearly wanting the other party’s help, yet acting as if declining.

"Wuyan, thank you."

"Actually, you’re not entirely confident about this trip, are you?" Wuyan suddenly remarked.

"What do you mean by that?"

"Facing an unknown opponent, the best approach is to bide time, seek their weakness, and then deliver a fatal strike, rather than recklessly charging in. You’re so eager to go — are you forced into it? And with such a strong opponent, you’re not one to take senseless risks." Wuyan explained.

"If I’m not mistaken, you lack the time to investigate them, right?"

"You’re absolutely right. I’d like to understand them, but I’ve run out of time."