The post-apocalyptic world was truly not a place for ordinary people to linger.
If they were natives of this world, it would be understandable, a matter of unavoidable circumstances.
But Li Mingyi was from the real world; how could he possibly want to adapt to the pace of life in the apocalypse indefinitely?
Moreover, Li Mingyi knew in his heart that Zhao Yunhai had brought him to this world not to put him in charge of managing it.
The true purpose was only to cultivate and strengthen his abilities in this world.
Li Mingyi had not wasted this time training. He understood Zhao Yunhai; giving him this ability and letting him train here clearly meant he intended to make significant use of him.
And he would be undertaking something great, though what that great undertaking was remained unknown for the moment.
As Li Mingyi finished speaking, he suddenly remembered a woman and clapped his hands decisively.
"Right, that woman named Su Rou has repeatedly asked to see you. I've been refusing her. What do you think, should you meet her?"
Zhao Yunhai said with surprise, "What does she want to see me for?"
"This..." Li Mingyi looked at his handsome face and hesitated, "Probably because you're good-looking."
"Hahaha... You go home first, and give my regards to your mother for me. This young master has important matters to assign to you upon his return."
Zhao Yunhai suddenly burst into laughter and entered the apocalyptic gate.
A'da and the others quickly followed Young Master Yun into the post-apocalyptic world.
"Follow me, a car is already prepared outside," Yu Manlou said to Li Mingyi.
Although Yu Manlou was a martial artist, his strength was not high. However, he had powerful martial artists protecting him.
He was aware of the strength Li Mingyi now possessed, and while envious, he also knew that obtaining such abilities was not far off for him.
"Thank you." Yu Manlou was, after all, Li Mingyi's superior, and Li Mingyi nodded his thanks towards him.
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Zhao Yunhai felt that women were indeed very delicate in their thoughts. Once they turned dark, some women could act with incredible skill.
It was as if they had become entirely different people.
Just like Su Rou before him, this woman actually wanted to become his woman.
Honestly speaking, Zhao Yunhai had not the slightest bit of belief in this.
She was the female lead; female leads wouldn't fall for the villain, unless the villain was also the male lead.
Su Rou said expressionlessly, "Can I not become your woman?"
"I am already yours now. I've thought it through."
"You've really thought it through?" Zhao Yunhai raised an eyebrow, teasingly.
"I've thought it through. You are my man now, and through you, I can gain power and status, and change some things."
Su Rou's face seemed to have accepted her fate, and her words were delivered with great sincerity.
"Hahaha..." Zhao Yunhai couldn't help but laugh heartily.
He really couldn't hold it in; he truly wanted to laugh.
Did this woman Su Rou actually think he was that easily fooled?
No way, no way.
Su Rou, in her heart, was also very uneasy. After all, this was the first step towards her success.
If this first step failed, then she would truly have no way to gain Zhao Yunhai's trust.
Someone as powerful as Zhao Yunhai would surely be arrogant, so arrogant that he believed no one would dare betray him.
However, why was Zhao Yunhai laughing? His laughter made her heart tremble.
Zhao Yunhai's laughter gradually subsided, and his gaze pierced through her with deep intensity.
It seemed this woman harbored deep hatred for him.
Perhaps he should just kill her.
However, as Zhao Yunhai looked at Su Rou, he couldn't help but ponder further.
The post-apocalyptic world would surely give rise to many protagonists who would resist the rule of the Heavenly Palace. If Su Rou hated him, she would definitely find ways to contact these individuals.
At that time, he wouldn't need to search; Su Rou would find them all for him.
Furthermore, this woman could never be taken back to the real world, nor could she bear his offspring.
It was better to treat her as a pawn in this post-apocalyptic world, occasionally harvesting protagonists when the time was right.
"Very good. It seems this young master has conquered you."
Zhao Yunhai stroked Su Rou's head, a hint of self-satisfaction subtly appearing on his face.
However, this change was fleeting, but the sharp-eyed Su Rou noticed it and felt a surge of excitement.
She had succeeded.
This Zhao Yunhai had indeed fallen for her trap.
"Kneel for this young master." Zhao Yunhai applied a gentle force, making Su Rou kneel before him.
Under Zhao Yunhai's deep and eerie smile, Su Rou knew she had to get through this hurdle.
She would just treat it like rinsing her mouth and brushing her teeth.
Two hours later, Zhao Yunhai left the room in a cheerful mood.
After Zhao Yunhai departed, Su Rou immediately rushed to the bathroom, and faint sounds of retching could be heard.
Zhao Yunhai, who had left, arrived at the research laboratory of the Heavenly Palace base. This was where the most outstanding researchers surviving in Great Xia were gathered.
These individuals possessed a unique understanding and research into ability potions.
Do not assume these researchers were not powerful. They naturally used the ability potions they developed on themselves.
Zhao Yunhai would not interfere with this status quo. If they dared not use them, Zhao Yunhai would suspect their intentions.
As for betrayal?
Originally, the entire territory of Great Xia was under the rule of the Heavenly Palace. Where else could they betray to? Who now offered them the most generous conditions like the Heavenly Palace did?
No one, absolutely no one.
The outside world was still in a state of chaos, and no one could step forward to completely end the turmoil.
"Young Master Yun, the ability potions have entered the experimental stage. As long as the experiments go smoothly, they can be mass-produced. However, the main ingredient of the ability potions is still zombies."
Chu Ning bowed his head and adopted the attitude of a subordinate serving Zhao Yunhai with caution. As he spoke, he seemed to be reminding Zhao Yunhai of something.
Zhao Yunhai glanced at Chu Ning. The latter quickly lowered his head and slightly adjusted the frame of his glasses, clearly showing he was somewhat nervous.
"Do not mention this matter again. Eliminating the existing zombies outside has always been the Heavenly Palace's plan, and it is unchangeable."
"This subordinate admits his mistake." Chu Ning quickly confessed.
However, Chu Ning also understood another implication: if the existing external zombies were to be eliminated, could they secretly raise zombies to produce ability potions?
In Chu Ning's mind, this Young Master Yun was the ruler of this land, with immense power, like an emperor of ancient times.
Moreover, the person in charge of the Heavenly Palace had been transferred away by this Young Master Yun, and he hadn't brought anyone else along. Did this mean he might have a chance too?
Chu Ning's mind began to wander, and a seed of ambition began to sprout in his heart.
Zhao Yunhai cast a deep glance at Chu Ning and said calmly, "This young master has taken Li Mingyi away. With one less person in charge here, it will be you."
"This young master hopes you can bear this heavy responsibility and not let down my expectations of you."
Chu Ning suddenly raised his head, his pupils filled with shock, but more so with stirring ambition.
"Thank you, Young Master Yun, for your mentorship. This subordinate will definitely not let down Young Master Yun's trust."
Chu Ning could not suppress his excited heart and replied loudly.
Zhao Yunhai grunted faintly. Natives understood natives best and were the most ruthless, which was why Zhao Yunhai had appointed Chu Ning.
He saw the ambition in the other's eyes, but so what? If he lacked ambition, would he even be considered a person?