Chapter 485 - 288: Returning to Lei Family Village

Chapter 485: Chapter 288: Returning to Lei Family Village

「The next morning.」

Leng Wuque, Su Xing, and Li Ye gathered once more. Li Ye’s injuries hadn’t been severe to begin with, and after a night of rest, he was pretty much back to normal.

"How are you feeling? All rested up?"

Leng Wuque asked, looking at Li Ye.

"Relax. I just got slashed a few times. It’s nothing serious."

Li Ye said nonchalantly. His words might sound alarming, but for an Extraordinary Being, it was the truth. While injuries of that severity couldn’t heal instantly, a single night of rest was enough to leave him mostly unaffected.

"Good. I’m relieved to see you’re alright."

Leng Wuque nodded. Even though they had successfully escaped, Li Ye’s valiant fight from the day before was still etched in his mind. He wouldn’t forget that debt of gratitude just because Su Xing had arrived to save the day. Of course, Leng Wuque was also deeply grateful to Su Xing for saving his life.

"Team Leader Leng, it’s time we reported this to the Special Organization and had them send people to deal with Lei Family Village."

Su Xing suddenly interjected.

"While you might be the branch leader for Cang City, we both know the Special Organization is just a group that manages Extraordinary Beings. We don’t have the numbers of an army. Besides, Lei Family Village isn’t the only problem Cang City is facing right now."

Leng Wuque considered this, then shook his head. "As for Modu, it’s too far from here. By the time they arrive, Lin Loulan will have already accomplished his goals."

"Then what should we do?"

Su Xing asked. While the individual enemies weren’t that strong, a huge disparity in numbers would be a massive headache even for him. Lin Loulan in particular had left a deep impression on him. ’I’m not invincible,’ Su Xing thought. ’I can’t just brute-force my way in like last time.’

A direct assault was out of the question. With only the three of them, they posed little threat to Lin Loulan without backup from the Special Organization. Yet Leng Wuque remained seated, calm and composed. He must already have a plan in mind.

"Actually, we’re not completely without support. Although you caused a huge stir at the Cyan Cloud Sect, and Ling Zhongxing might never be trusted with important matters again... if it weren’t for that incident, he and I were originally supposed to come to Lei Family Village together."

"But even with what happened, the Cyan Cloud Sect still owes me a favor. Out of respect for me, they should agree to let Ling Zhongxing bring some disciples with him."

"Additionally, I’ve already sent news of Zhang Wen and Zhao Wu’s tragic deaths back to Modu. When they receive that message, they will definitely rush here."

"Modu is far from Cang City, but once they see that message, they’ll travel at an accelerated pace. They should be able to get here very quickly."

"Finally, there’s the Special Organization here in Cang City. I know you’re short-staffed right now, but you should still be able to spare some people. If we do all that, our numbers won’t be at too much of a disadvantage."

Leng Wuque concluded after a moment of thought.

"Not at too much of a disadvantage?"

Su Xing mentally calculated, then asked, "How many people would that be, roughly? And how strong are they?"

"All told, we should have two to three hundred Extraordinary Beings, all at least Tier Four. There should be a dozen or so Tier Seven Transcendents, but as for Tier Eight, it’s hard to say."

Leng Wuque said calmly.

"Tier Eights are no problem. Just leave them to me."

Su Xing said dismissively, then asked, "So if Lin Loulan integrates the Sea Fish Organization and adds the people sent from Jile Valley, how many will they have?"

COUGH COUGH...

Leng Wuque suddenly let out a sharp cough. He took a moment to recover before saying slowly, "The exact numbers of the Sea Fish Organization are unknown to outsiders. But if you add the two groups together... a conservative estimate would be that they have... a few more than us."

"And as Lin Loulan’s control over the Sea Fish Organization solidifies, that number is likely to grow. When that happens, it won’t be just ’a few’ anymore."

...

This was starting to sound like more than just being outnumbered. In a battle between Extraordinary Beings, numbers weren’t everything—after all, individual strength varied greatly—but they were still a crucial factor.

For less powerful Extraordinary Beings, fighting against multiple opponents at once was a recipe for disaster. One careless mistake, and it was entirely possible to be drowned in a sea of overwhelming energy.

"Furthermore, Sea Fish Island is in the middle of the ocean. The sea route is the only way there, so Lin Loulan will definitely set up an ambush to secure a geographical advantage. This would also let them form a pincer with Lei Family Village."

"After all, Extraordinary Beings who have mastered spatial powers are exceedingly rare. Most of us still need to rely on vehicles."

Leng Wuque continued, "He first tricked the Flipping River Mirage onto that island, then sent Ye Fei to take him out. It was truly a brilliant move."

"If Lin Loulan already has every advantage, why hasn’t he raised the banner of rebellion yet?"

Su Xing asked.

"The Flipping River Mirage had many loyal subordinates. Besides, they’re a maritime power, so their strongholds are scattered across various islands. Even for Lin Loulan, unifying all of them immediately is a difficult task."

"Besides, they know perfectly well that raising the banner of rebellion now offers no chance of victory. Even if they have Jile Valley backing them, and even if Cang City falls, there are still Extraordinary Beings from other cities. They simply can’t withstand wave after wave of counterattacks."