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Chapter 831
Aderick possessed not just the strength of an [S] class, but also his meticulous planning, the patience to wait for the chance to kill with one strike and a will of steel.
âIn the beginning, it was very tiring. But later, I slowly got used to it.â Receiving praise from Chen Xiaolian made Aderick feel somewhat proud.
âBut this means⊠you are the only remaining leader.â Chen Xiaolian sighed. âI had assumed that Angel Wu would be able to survive.â
Back when Chen Xiaolian was in Worldâs End, he had not seen Angel Wu. Naturally, he ended up becoming hopeful. But Worldâs End was such a big place, even if Angel Wu did die, it would not be abnormal for him to miss him.
âIf we still have two [S] class with us, there wouldâve been no need to hide like this,â Aderick said coldly. âAlthough most of our high-level combat members have been killed in action, by adding up all our remaining members, our comprehensive might is still comparable to that of a resident guild. My original plan was to wait until we have finished recovering. Even though we have lost Zero City, our home, by staying united, we can still stand above the entire Awakened world.
âBut then, we suddenly discovered that Thorned Flower Guild had split up. The Awakened ones who were once members of the guild established an alliance known as Starfall Guild, which is divided into seven teams. Amongst them, there are five with an [A+] class expert each. Moreover⊠the leader of one of those teams is at [S] class.
âIn addition, they also expanded furiously. Many small guilds and loose Awakened ones were recruited. Those that werenât became allies. Itâs like⊠the peripheral guilds of Zero City in the past. With just me, a single [S] class, it is not enough to suppress all the other Awakened ones and stop them from looking at us with predatory eyes. Furthermore⊠there are also the Players.â
âYouâre right.â Chen Xiaolian nodded. Aderick was a cautious and patient person. In the past, Qiao Yifeng was killed in action and was refreshed. Then, Thunderflame left Blade Mountain Flame Sea Guild and Skyblade went missing, leaving only Bluesea, a single [A+] class expert to bitterly support the guild. Even so, Aderick waited for so long before suddenly making his move to abolish Blade Mountain Flame Sea Guildâs resident guild position.
This time, Aderick had to face seven big teams, five [A+] class experts and an [S] class expert. In Aderickâs shoes, Chen Xiaolian too would not easily let himself be exposed.
Having reached that line of thought, Chen Xiaolian then recalled his promise to Bluesea to thoroughly protect Blade Mountain Flame Sea Guild. âThen⊠the guys from Blade Mountain Flame Sea Guild, how are they now?â
âA considerable number have died, leaving around 30 alive. But⊠thatâs more or less the situation with every guild. At present, the one leading them is a young fellow named Guan Shan.â Aderick gave Chen Xiaolian a glance and said coolly, âTimes are different. I had once tried to expel Blade Mountain Flame Sea Guild from the resident guild position, but that does not mean I would treat them differently after we left Zero City. When they were summoned into instance dungeons, I would accompany them as well.â
âI believe you.â Chen Xiaolian nodded.
Aderick may be a cold and ruthless person, but he was no liar. Moreover, he would not lie to him at a time like this.
The fact that Guan Shan did not die was good news. This young fellow was very steady and disciplined.
âAlright, the exit has been opened for you. Itâs the coordinates you gave me.â A curtain of light rose up before Chen Xiaolian. âGo gather your men. After you are done with the matters here, come find me.â
Aderick nodded silently and stepped into the curtain of light.
As for Chen Xiaolian, he disappeared.
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âBoss Chen! Congratulations on closing a big deal!â
Roddyâs legs were crossed as he sat on a wide and soft sofa and he clapped his hands, a snicker on his face.
A display screen composed entirely of motes of light was floating before him.
The images playing on the screen were none other than that of the central plaza that Chen Xiaolian and Aderick had been standing on just now.
There were several other sofas placed around the room. All the other members of Meteor Rock Guild were seated on the sofas. That included Nicole and Tian Lie.
All of the sofas were positioned facing a large, circular table in the centre of the room.
This was the new Zero Cityâs Room Zero. Although there were several more seats there, the basic layout remained the same as the original. Only, Chen Xiaolian did not like the grassy style. Thus, he had changed it to this appearance.
Naturally, Chen Xiaolian had given everyone from Meteor Rock Guild the highest authority over Zero City. Be it now or in the future, only the members of Meteor Rock Guild would be able to enter this room.
âEnough with you.â Chen Xiaolian rolled his eyes at Roddy.
âHonestly, though, I still donât understand what you want to do.â Roddy uncrossed his legs and straightened his posture and his snicker turned into a solemn expression. âI was already very surprised when you did not kill him back in the instance dungeon. And now, you want to bring him into Zero City with all those who escaped from Zero City⊠is this necessary?â
âWhy not? Didnât I already tell him earlier? I want to unite all the Awakened ones.â Chen Xiaolian sat down on his own sofa.
âThis is the part that I do not understand.â Roddy shook his head. âYou see, letâs make a comparison. Back in the instance dungeon, not even all of us combined could defeat Aderick, who was enhanced by the alien genes. But you were able to defeat him the instant you took action. Although you did not kill him, you extracted the embryo from his body. You even changed the instance dungeonâs quest. Back then, Aderick was no match for you. And now, he is even less so.
âYou also said that, given your current level, facing Shen would still be dangerous. Thatâs why⊠I really do not understand. Even if you can unite all the Awakened ones, what can that accomplish? I doubt they have the qualifications to even become cannon fodder for you, right?âfreewebnove l.com
âItâs not to have them help me fight Shen.â Chen Xiaolian shook his head. âI just want Shen to see that, what they were able to accomplish back then, I too can accomplish. Since I want him to give up on his method, I have to at least provide him with an alternative.â
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After Chen Xiaolian finished explaining his plans, he continued, âAfter this, I will be making the arrangements to receive Aderick and the members from Zero City. âYou guys⊠take a good rest first. Just like with the old Zero City, when you are inside, you will be shielded from the systemâs summoning.â
Their original base also possessed this function. However, after taking over, Lun Tai had not used it even once.
At any rate, in order to survive in the Awakened world, improving their strength was a necessity. Hiding inside the base could indeed help them avoid the instance dungeonâs summons, but it also meant no rewards and points.
They did possess a cheat-like existence like Qiao Qiao in their guild, after all. They could clear instance dungeons with the highest level of safety and benefits. Not using it would be a waste. Why should they hide?
At present, however, Chen Xiaolian had returned, bringing with him such a terrifying power. Thus, there was temporarily no need to enter instance dungeons to earn points.
The communication device in Chen Xiaolianâs hand rang.
âThe members have all been gathered. Open the door.â
Chen Xiaolian picked up the call and Aderickâs voice came from the other end.