Chapter 572 Headquarters
John ran extremely fast, his eyes constantly scanning his surroundings as he sprinted, wary of being followed.
He had completely forgotten about using any kind of vehicle, his legs churning with power as he propelled himself forward.
The scene he had just witnessed had utterly terrified him. Chen Yang, with his god-like presence and demon-king-like slaughter, had sent his heart into a frenzy. All he could think of now was to report this incident to headquarters as quickly as possible: a powerful and mysterious Chinese man had infiltrated Murphilly Town and was slaughtering their organization's men.
John, like a leopard, darted into the forest to the west of Murphilly Town.
Once inside the woods, he became even more cautious, his eyes constantly scanning his surroundings. Only when he was sure he wasn't being followed did he press deeper into the forest.
After about three kilometers, a small path appeared amidst the dense trees.
The path was rugged and winding.
Ahead, a mist-shrouded valley came into view. Standing at the entrance, John looked back once more, confirming he was not being tracked. With a sigh of relief, he entered the valley.
At the valley's entrance, two heavily armed men emerged and stopped John.
John immediately spoke, "It's me, John from the Pegasus Department. Here's my identification."
John produced a QR code-like object from his pocket. The two guards scanned John's badge, their brows furrowing before they stepped aside.
One of the men addressed John, "Today, your Pegasus Department is responsible for order in Murphilly Town. Why are you returning to headquarters now? Today is not your department's time to enjoy the energy. I advise you to return immediately, or you might anger our King and lose your life."
John nodded quickly, "I know, I know. I know today is not our department's turn to enjoy the energy here, but something has happened in Murphilly Town. I had to return early to report the situation to the King. The matter is urgent, so I will proceed inside."
As John spoke and began to walk in, Chen Yang seized the opportunity, activating his Tian Xing Secret Technique. With a swift movement, he bypassed the three individuals and moved ahead of John.
Chen Yang had been tracking John all along.
Chen Yang's strength already far surpassed John's. With the added enhancement of the Tian Xing Secret Technique, concealing his presence from John was effortlessly easy for Chen Yang.
Now that he had discovered this valley, shrouded in dense fog, Chen Yang had already entered it ahead of John while John was speaking with the other two guards.
The entire valley area was enveloped in thick fog. The valley extended deep inward, covering a considerable area. After entering the valley, John finally relaxed, confident that no one was following him.
He quickened his pace, heading forward. There were seven checkpoints along the way, but John's status seemed relatively high, as he passed through without any obstruction. Upon reaching the deepest part of the valley, the number of people increased significantly.
Along one side of the valley were numerous caves, barred with iron fences. People were confined inside. It was unknown how these individuals had offended this mysterious organization, but they were all held captive in the caves.
Around them, sturdy black tents were set up, divided into several areas, each with its own designation: Marksman Department, Black Bear Department, Leopard Department, and so on.
Group after group, with clear divisions of labor.
Not far from the tents, a large transparent tent housed many experimental personnel in white protective suits, busily engaged in analyzing what appeared to be blood samples.
John hurried through these areas, continuing his journey forward.
Ahead, a bronze gate appeared. He knocked, and the gate opened. A powerful guard inside frowned and asked John, "What is it?"
John swallowed and spoke very respectfully to the guard, "Reporting, sir. Something has happened in Murphilly Town. A Chinese man has killed over twenty of our Pegasus Department personnel in Murphilly Town. All other members of our action department are dead. I was fortunate enough to survive, solely to report this matter to the Dark King."
The guard listened to John's words, his brow furrowed with disbelief. He said, "Do you know the consequences of deceiving the Dark King? Who in this world could kill so many of your Pegasus Department members in one go?"
John's expression was anxious as he pleaded, "Sir, it is precisely because I realize the gravity of the situation that I risked my life to escape back here to report to the Dark King. That Chinese man may have received some information. Perhaps he is coming for us. I believe it is imperative that the Dark King be informed of this news immediately."
The guard nodded and said, "Come with me. Since you understand the fate of deceiving the Dark King, you will tell the Dark King truthfully."
John stepped through the bronze gate. Just as the gate was about to close, Chen Yang activated his Tian Xing Secret Technique and, with a swift movement, followed the two men into the bronze gate.
The scene within the bronze gate astonished Chen Yang.
Chen Yang had initially assumed that the bronze gate led to the Dark King's private chambers or a council hall.
However, upon entering, he found over twenty men kneeling on the ground, their heads tilted back, mouths agape, staring at the sky.
In their midst stood a bifurcated bronze tree, about three meters tall, rooted firmly in the ground. The bronze tree branched out into countless limbs, and beneath each branch knelt a man with his mouth open, as if awaiting something.
Their expressions were one of utter piety and fervent anticipation.
Before the bronze tree, on a stone platform, sat a tall man in black clothing, his expression stern.
His black hat obscured most of his face. Even seated, he was well over two meters tall, suggesting he would be at least two meters seventy or eighty if he stood up.
The guard, leading John, approached the giant figure in black respectfully. About five meters away, both men knelt on one knee simultaneously.
The man glanced at them, his expression unpleased. He asked in a hoarse, cold voice, "What is it? To dare disturb us from obtaining power."
John quickly lowered his head and said, "Respected Dark King, a mysterious Chinese man has appeared in the town. He is too powerful. In a very short time, he has killed all the others in our Pegasus Department. He used his fists and legs, one punch after another, one kick after another. My comrades were no match for him. He came to Murphilly Town, and I fear he is coming for our organization. Therefore, I have come here to report this matter, and I implore you, respected Dark King, to be aware of it."
The tall man on the throne listened to John's words, his brow furrowed. He stood up and said, "You say the opponent is Chinese? Could it be that the old monsters of China are going to break the rules and make a move against our Black Ice organization?"