Almighty Genius

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In a corner near the edge of the exhibition hall, there's an inconspicuous glass case containing a blood-red coral tree. This is the Blood Coral.

In terms of individual size, this Blood Coral isn't particularly large. It's highly collectible due to its rarity and impeccable preservation.

Among hundreds of exhibits, the Blood Coral, in terms of value, pales in comparison to national treasures and is nowhere near the level of the Orchid Pavilion Preface.

If one item could be lost from these hundreds of exhibits, many would consider the Blood Coral a suitable choice…

Perhaps for this reason, the Blood Coral's exhibition spot is not particularly ideal, located in a relatively remote corner, with only a not-so-robust glass case for protection.

With such security measures, even a casual thief could easily steal this Blood Coral…

This isn't to say the exhibition organizers weren't attentive. Perhaps time was too tight, perhaps the cost too high, or perhaps due to other reasons, but items of Blood Coral's caliber often share such security levels—far from top-tier.

However, Qin Fang could disregard other exhibits because, even with insufficient security levels, they posed no danger.

Qin Fang was so certain because he uncovered the Blood Coral's secret, specifically understanding why Tang Huaiyuan was so determined to snatch these exhibits. Simply put, it was all for this Blood Coral…

"I see…"

Standing before the Blood Coral, Qin Fang, separated by the glass case, couldn't touch the Blood Coral inside.

However, his scouting skill had already fully exposed Tang Huaiyuan's secret, leaving nowhere to hide before Qin Fang…

"Tang Huaiyuan, you really aren't just ordinarily vicious!"

Gazing at the Blood Coral, Qin Fang's face darkened, precisely because he understood Tang Huaiyuan's purpose, resulting in his unsightly expression.

Qin Fang's statement was entirely due to a discovery he made concerning the Blood Coral.

"Heart-Eroding Poison, highly toxic, a powerful toxin released by the death of mutant coral polyps, intensely corrosive to the human heart, incurable…"

Seeing this description, if Qin Fang's expression wasn't grim, it would be quite surprising.

This toxin, released only upon the death of mutant coral polyps, is extremely rare and exists under very unique conditions.

Moreover, Qin Fang knew this Blood Coral's formation was due to the toxin, specifically caused by the mutant coral polyps.

The rarity and preciousness of Blood Coral stem from this, as mutant coral polyps are themselves extremely rare, and stringent conditions are required for Blood Coral to form.

Each Blood Coral's appearance holds, besides its collectible value, an overlooked ferocious toxicity!

Of course, this toxin requires special refinement to genuinely release, making undisturbed Blood Coral seemingly harmless to creatures, appearing as if the toxin were sealed or suppressed…

Yet, if this toxin were released, the consequences are severe. Even the slightest amount could poison a strong adult male multiple times over, demonstrating its overpowering toxicity…

Ordinary people may have never seen Blood Coral, let alone studied it, rendering the rare and fierce Heart-Eroding Poison unknown.

Unbeknownst to others, Qin Fang knew well that his enemy, Tang Sect Elder Tang Huaiyuan, certainly was aware, and quite clearly, too.

The Tang Sect is renowned for hidden weapons and poisons. Consider only their achievements in toxins, already notable.

Over a thousand years, the Tang Sect invested tremendous manpower, material, and financial resources into poisons, creating diverse and domineering toxins.

Through extensive, multi-century research, the Tang Sect amassed countless exotic poisons, numbers difficult to tally, understood best by Tang Sect members.

Owing to extensive study, others might never witness Blood Coral, but Tang Sect members had obtained and researched it, leading to some understanding.

Especially releasing toxic substances from Blood Coral, recorded in the Tang Sect's poison scriptures, but accessible only to figures such as Tang Huaiyuan, a Tang Sect Elder and family elder, eligible to consult the poison scriptures.

Perhaps for this reason, upon learning the Blood Coral was headed to Jiangzhou, Tang Huaiyuan disregarded even avenging Qin Fang in Jiangzhou, determined to pull a big heist, intending to secure this Blood Coral by any means necessary…

"Heart-Eroding Poison, though I don't know your intent, this near-unkillable toxin absolutely cannot fall into your hands!"

Understanding the might of the Heart-Eroding Poison, even someone like Qin Fang, who has a cheat-like advantage, is full of dread, fearing he might accidentally get some on him. Its dominating power is indisputable.

Qin Fang isn't sure exactly what Tang Huaiyuan plans to do with this Heart-Eroding Poison, but based on his suspicions, Qin Fang assumes Tang Huaiyuan is targeting him.

Perhaps it's because Tang Huaiyuan knows that Qin Fang doesn't fear hidden weapons and isn't even afraid of the common poisons, so he's decided to take the risk to acquire some truly top-tier poison.

Or maybe Tang Huaiyuan just happened to know some details about this exhibition, like the accidental leak of news about certain exhibits. That's why he approached Boss Kui to discuss the matter.

The terrifying power of the state machinery, although Tang Huaiyuan hasn't witnessed it firsthand, is well known to him. Ultimately, after some consideration, he decided to hold his actions for the time being.

However, Qin Fang, right in front of them, seems to have never encountered it, and he looks at everyone with a scrutinizing gaze, as if he doesn't care about anyone's feelings.

But one thing can be certain; Tang Huaiyuan must highly value this Blood Coral, or else his arrogant self wouldn't seek help from Boss Kui.

Yet, this has little to do with Qin Fang. Since he's still here, he has to stand his ground for this last shift, at least to prevent Tang Huaiyuan from turning this place into chaos, right?

"You damned Tang, I'm not done with you..."

Though Qin Fang's issues were resolved, he appeared disheveled, looking quite uncomfortable...

But in reality, Qin Fang had another thought in his mind. If he wasn't trying to stay calm, he would have already confronted him.

He even thought about his acting skills... Qin Fang considered winning an award or something... despite how terrible, or rather, extremely terrible they were.

The conflict between Qin Fang and Tang Huaiyuan had already escalated to an irreconcilable hatred, not caring at all this time.

Tang Huaiyuan came for the Blood Coral. Qin Fang didn't know this before, and naturally was too lazy to waste time with these people.

But now it's different; Qin Fang already knows Tang Huaiyuan's objective, so he certainly won't let him succeed so easily.

"Tsk tsk, let's see how you compete with me..."

Having thought of a solution, Qin Fang couldn't help but be very pleased, even a bit excited...

Originally, he hadn't figured out how to resolve this deadlock, but unexpectedly, the opponent practically handed it to him, as if ready to risk everything.

Tang Huaiyuan's actions this time were actually quite hidden. If it weren't for Tang Cheng's accidental discovery and Qin Fang coincidentally being in Jiangzhou, with reconnaissance skill assistance, he wouldn't have guessed it was Tang Huaiyuan's doing.

Of course, now that Qin Fang knows Tang Huaiyuan's goal, there's no way he'll let Tang Huaiyuan succeed...

"Brother Tang, I need to ask you something!"

Thinking of this, Qin Fang didn't hesitate at all and immediately called Tang Cheng to discuss his request briefly...

Actually, Qin Fang's request was fairly simple; he wanted to temporarily take charge of this Blood Coral. After all, Tang Huaiyuan was clearly here for it; if it weren't obtained, the results were predictable.

"What? That's impossible..."

As soon as Qin Fang proposed this condition, Tang Cheng rejected it without a second thought, not giving Qin Fang any chance to speak.

"Although I'm responsible for the exhibition's security, I don't have much say. This exhibition is very important, attracting a lot of attention, and can't afford any mistake..."

Tang Cheng briefly explained the reason for his refusal, feeling quite helpless but also worried Qin Fang might have some ideas, so he elaborated further.

"Mistakes not only can't happen with security but also with these exhibits, so your suggestion is simply not feasible. Don't waste your efforts!"

"Also, are you saying those people are here for the Blood Coral?"

Tang Cheng wasn't clueless. He had a reason for bringing Qin Fang in the first place, and now Qin Fang's sudden revelation couldn't be ignored.

The truth is simple: the Tang Sect planned the heist mainly for this Blood Coral, which is why Qin Fang wanted to secure it personally.

But obviously, Tang Cheng couldn't agree. Not to mention that the organizers wouldn't accept this proposal, even Tang Cheng wouldn't allow Qin Fang to take such a risk.

He had no choice. This time, the opponents are very powerful, and Qin Fang barely has the strength to resist. If anything happened to Qin Fang, he'd have no way to explain to his sister, Tang Feifei, which is why he firmly refused... (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, you're welcome to vote at Qidian (qidian.com) for recommendations or monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)