Chapter 957: New Developments
Zhong Xiang remained still and glanced at the shackles on his feet.
The nearly half-ton metal locks and alloy shackles still restricted his freedom.
The soldier understood and waved his hand. Two warriors walked in, holding laser saws and other tools.
Zhong Xiang's shackles were welded shut with metal and could only be forcibly sawed open.
Zhong Xiang smiled proudly, reached out to grab the arm-thick chain on his foot, and gestured for others to step aside.
Seeing his demeanor, the soldier was startled, "What do you want to do?"
The two warriors stepped in front of the soldier, instinctively drew their pistols, and aimed at Zhong Xiang.
Click!
The next second, a black Gang Qi suddenly appeared in Zhong Xiang's hand.
The Gang Qi coiled around the alloy shackles like a snake.
With a series of explosive sounds, his shackles broke inch by inch, turning into scrap metal, clattering to the ground.
Zhong Xiang raised his hand towards the soldier.
"How about it, Ksitigarbha King, can you still confine me today?"
The soldier looked at him expressionlessly, snorted coldly.
"As long as you commit a crime, I will definitely catch you again, if not me, then my comrades."
Zhong Xiang sneered coldly, provocatively looked at the soldier.
"Really? I hope you get your wish."
He laughed heartily and walked out as if no one else was there.
Ten kilometers outside the gate of Sky Prison 741 is the outer military restricted zone, once out, he would be completely free of Sky Prison 741.
A Hummer off-road vehicle was parked by the roadside, and the graceful figure of Chen Xingzhu stood in front of the car.
The two stared at each other for a moment before Zhong Xiang strode towards Chen Xingzhu, getting faster and faster.
Chen Xingzhu lifted her skirt and rushed over, jumping into Zhong Xiang's arms.
"Axiaang, you're finally out. Dad was killed by them, sob sob."
Zhong Xiang gently stroked her beautiful hair, softly comforting her.
"My ten-year enmity with the Demon Emperor is settled. I will take on the grudge for Dad."
The two got into the car, and the off-road vehicle sped away.
In Yannan City, Yang Fei and a bunch of Changfeng Squad members comfortably soaked in the sauna at Clear Spring Flowing Over the Stone Bathhouse.
Today's expenses were on Yang Fei.
After all, they finally got rid of the Demon Emperor and Sword Emperor, those two Old Devils.
Even if the Demon Emperor isn't dead, he won't be able to make waves anytime soon.
The most reassuring thing for Yang Fei was that the Genetic Map wasn't found on the Demon Emperor, indicating that it was still within Huaxia.
One could say the mission of the Changfeng Squad was quite successfully completed.
At this moment, Wu Yuanzhong personally called Yang Fei to commend them and expressed his intention to personally visit the Changfeng Squad.
Upon hearing this, Yang Fei was annoyed.
He righteously refused Old Lady Wu's visit, using the excuse of heavy training tasks.
Then, he put on a cheeky face.
"Old Leader, can your gift be cashed out?"
Wu Yuanzhong almost threw the phone.
He was at the level of a First Rank General, personally asking after the Changfeng Squad, which was already a great honor for them.
Yet, this guy asked for money?
Ignoring an enraged Wu Yuanzhong, Yang Fei muttered a few words.
"You might as well rest. Our brothers prefer something real."
Wu Yuanzhong was so furious that he yelled over the phone.
"Little Bird Yang, do you really want me to expose you?"
"Let's calculate how much benefit you gained from the Demon Emperor."
Yang Fei was startled, quickly smiling apologetically.
"Leader, be kind. There was indeed some money in a few of the Demon Emperor's cards."
"But you know, we spent quite a lot on buying arms this time, so let's not argue, okay?"
Wu Yuanzhong's voice was very stern.
"Strictly speaking, the Demon Emperor's resources count as spoils of war, according to military discipline, you should hand them over..."
As he spoke, on the other end of the call, Yang Fei's voice was chaotic and increasingly unclear, "Leader, what did you say? I can't hear..."
"This satellite signal isn't good, alright, we'll talk next time."
After saying this, the call went silent; then a beeping sound indicated the line was disconnected.
Bang!
Wu Yuanzhong slammed the satellite phone onto the table, breathing heavily with continued anger.
"That bastard is playing dumb again with me."
In front of the desk, Political Commissar Dai Jili couldn't help but smile.
"Old Wu, there's no need to get angry with that brat; how can the satellite phone have a bad signal?"
"It's obvious that this guy is trying to evade you, not worth getting angry over."
Wu Yuanzhong forced a bitter smile, "Of course I know."
"But this time, Changfeng Squad did fight a brilliant battle."
"They intercepted both the Demon Emperor and the Sword Emperor and gave the Demon Army a fierce lesson."
"I still remember last time in South Africa, our peacekeeping forces were ambushed by the Demon Army. This is revenge for them."
Dai Jili nodded and smiled faintly.
"Old Wu, Yang Fei is your favored subordinate, but I'm not sure if it's appropriate for me to say this?"
Wu Yuanzhong looked at Dai Jili curiously.
"Speak, why such formality?"
Dai Jili's expression grew serious.
"The Evil Dragon's space has always been vacant; although the Changfeng Squad already has reached SSS-level combat capability."
"However, the Minister hesitates to approve their formal induction due to various concerns."
"Dragging this matter out longer is not beneficial."
Talking about this made Wu Yuanzhong headache, "I don't understand what the Minister means. Such a valuable weapon of the nation being kept outside the formal ranks is discouraging for the warriors."
Dai Jili sighed and adjusted his glasses.
"You can't blame the Minister, these people come from the Underworld, their origins are unclear."
"The work of national security is quite unique, and he naturally has his reasons for not approving it."
Wu Yuanzhong widened his eyes.
"Nonsense, since its establishment, the Changfeng Squad has fought countless fierce battles."
"Is loyalty proven by words or by life?"
"I think the Minister is also confused, how can anyone achieve great things by following the rules?"
In the entire special combat unit, Wu Yuanzhong was known for his unreasonable conduct.
Dai Jili shook his head with a wry smile, "Old Wu, you should change your temper."
"It's fine to speak like this in front of me, but if it reaches the Minister's ears, it wouldn't be good."
Wu Yuanzhong fumed, "Even in front of the Minister, I would say the same."
"If everyone fought like him, what kind of battle would they be fighting?"
Dai Jili sighed again and changed the topic.
"I heard there are new developments at Sky Prison 741, Zhong Xiang has been released."
"What, Zhong Xiang has been released?"
Wu Yuanzhong almost jumped out of his seat, eyes wide open.
"He's the one who caused chaos in the Underworld, requiring all Hidden Dragon Nine Divisions to capture him eight years ago, King Wuxiang Zhong Xiang?"
Dai Jili nodded.
"That's him; I'm worried that significant events might occur again in Huaxia's Underworld."
Wu Yuanzhong furiously slammed the table.
"What were the high-levels of Sky Prison 741 thinking, releasing such a terrifying dangerous individual?"
"With Zhong Xiang's capabilities and his influence throughout the Underworld."
"Once he's out of prison, he can call wind and summon rain; can the Mortal World, just suppressed by Little Bird Yang, remain stable?"
ps: Another chapter will follow shortly.