Chapter 333: Martial Artists Are the Best Flesh Sacrifice_2
"Today's meeting is primarily to discuss a new task issued by the Provincial Federation."
Supporting himself on the oval wooden table, Chu Shihong's neatly styled hair was perfectly coiffed.
A secretary's assistant activated the virtual projection, displaying the corresponding document images to all council members present.
"Regarding the unexpected assassination attempt on Mr. Luo, new clues have been found by higher authorities."
"We are now required not only to continue enhancing control over individuals from the Platinum Federation but also to expedite the process of identifying Evil God Church locations in various regions."
"For this purpose, the Provincial Federation has dispatched a Chi General Guard unit to Nanjiang, led by Sun Chijiang, to coordinate and complete the task. Please welcome them with applause!"
As soon as the words fell, Chu Shihong took the lead in applauding.
The sound of clapping ensued, and Chen Feng understood, roughly guessing the key points.
The Association and the military in Yun Gang likely have discovered that the self-destructive attack was related to the Evil God Church.
At that moment, he watched as Sun Chijiang stood up and briefly introduced himself.
Chen Feng knew that only now had Luo Wantao's incident been truly resolved.
"The matter of the Evil God Church is significant, and we have recently identified seventeen suspicious locations through targeted investigations."
"However, besides the investigative work, we need to conduct a careful examination regarding some missing persons as well...."
Chu Shihong talked about task distribution and plans, during which Sun Chijiang also offered personal insights, without any objections.
After the discussion, Chu Shihong looked around the group and spoke again in a solemn voice.
"The second matter, according to a report from the upper-level research team, the energy node in the Radiant Secret Realm has already begun to show energy changes and is expected to begin formal migration by the end of next month."
"At this point, I would like to remind everyone."
"There are quite a few companies from the Platinum Federation also planning to establish branches in our Nanjiang, and there are forces from the Federation acting recklessly within the Radiant Secret Realm."
"I hope everyone can remember the strict control requirements of the Association and not be blinded by immediate benefits."
As the words landed, everyone was momentarily stunned, then came to realize.
The day was finally approaching.
Although Chu Shihong hadn't explicitly stated, they all knew that the ultimate migration destination would undoubtedly be Nanjiang.
By then, this once ordinary prefecture-level city would transform into a true Central City.
This is both an opportunity and a risk, as the Platinum Federation would surely bring more attention and methods.
Instantly, everyone had different thoughts.
Some were hopeful, others serious.
After yet another round of discussions, the meeting finally concluded.
Council members left with varying emotions, with familiar voices sounding as usual.
"Councilman Chen, please hold on."
Chu Shihong called out, and most council members were unsurprised, while a few displayed envy.
Secretary Liu adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, feeling contemptuous, but then met those indifferent eyes filled with aggression.
In an inexplicable shiver, he restrained his expression and immediately left with security.
Seeing this scene, Chen Feng squinted, always feeling something off with Chi Bo Energy.
Suppressing the urge to investigate further for now, he then entered the adjacent reception room.
Chu Shihong remained seated across the tea table, smiling as he pushed a cup of tea forward.
"Old Li breaking through to Grandmaster is worth celebrating, but unfortunately, I have some last-minute business tomorrow."
"I still have to trouble you to pass on my apologies to him."
He mentioned the Mountain Gate celebration, and Chen Feng nodded in acknowledgment.
During the casual conversation, Chu Shihong took a sip of tea and got to the main topic.
"I heard you accepted an invitation from the military and are going to Nido in a few days?"
"Yes."
Chen Feng nodded, knowing there was no need to hide such matters.
"That's good."
Chu Shihong smiled slightly. Seeing Chen Feng's curiosity, he explained the reason.
"Originally, the Radiant Secret Realm was to appoint Luo Wantao as the General Chairman to stabilize the situation."
"But given the current issues, plus some circumstances within the Secret Realm, naturally the higher-ups have changed the requirements."
Seeing eye to eye, he lowered his voice saying, "The royal family supporting Luo Wantao wanted to intervene, but Chairman Li informed me the decision has been made."
"It's very likely the military will take full control of all matters. If you can deepen your cooperation with them, the benefits outweigh the disadvantages."
The subtle reminder was something not convenient to express over the phone.
Chen Feng understood the implication and expressed his thanks.
"Additionally, if you go to Nido, be extra cautious."
"The Platinum Federation has gotten quite close to the Nido Royal Family in recent years, which has greatly displeased the higher-ups."
Chu Shihong advised like an elder, and Chen Feng nodded, finally leaving the reception room.
A black sedan awaited by the roadside, with Cao Tong opening the car door upon seeing him descend the stairs, waiting beside it.
Then, just at the moment he was about to step into the car.
His step paused, as the shared image of a small stone statue number three suddenly appeared before Chen Feng's eyes.
....
In the Nanjiang Suburb, at the site of a low hill.
Wild grass grows, trees are dense.
The broken stones under the cliff are scattered, as insects, ants, and birds pass by.
It seems ordinary and typical, just a desolate mountain untouched by man.
However, no one knows.
At the rear cliff of this low mountain, beneath a massive rock intertwined with vines, there is actually a cave.
Under the uneven lava walls moss grows, and the sound of dripping water is heard.
Originally unnoticed, but upon closer inspection, it is not water droplets, but flowing blood.
On the ground, there are more than ten male and female corpses, bound with hemp rope, mouths sealed, faces full of terror and eyes wide open in death.
The blood from their slit wrists flows along small channels toward the center of the cave, gradually forming a large Blood Pool.
More than ten figures in black robes frequently linger around, their eyes faintly scarlet, skin extraordinarily pale, like the vampires of legend.
At their feet, there are special patterns like runes, resembling bats, yet also crows.
"Too slow."
"Not even a quarter done."
Someone frowned with dissatisfaction, the voice cold, seemingly a woman's.
Looking down, the rune patterns seem to be lit by a bloody glow, yet only less than a quarter is lit.
The black-robed figures beside her dared not speak, then saw her order again.
"Hurry up, go grab more sacrifices back."
"The more the better!"
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded repeatedly, about to leave the cave again.
Flap flap!!
The next second, a black bat flew in out of nowhere.
"Leave."
It unexpectedly uttered human speech, then hung upside down on the wall of the cave.
More than ten black-robed figures trembled together, then kneeled on the ground in awe.
The leading black-robed woman frowned at the words, still standing in place.
"Why suddenly leave?" she questioned in confusion.
"The Red Country Joint Council has noticed something amiss, they'll investigate here next."
The black bat's eyes were pitch-black, with a faintly visible point of scarlet.
"Is it because of the Yun Gang incident?"
The black-robed woman felt somewhat aggravated, the other was silent for a moment, not denying.
"That damned thing actually messed up our plans!"
A cold killing intent, like a black, dark light flashed across her body.
If not for that Biological Transformation Person causing chaos, killing Luo Wantao, and expanding the incident's impact.
The Red Country Military would hardly delve deeply into this matter, most attention would certainly be placed on the Platinum Federation and Utopia.
Crack!
Instantly, the cave ground trembled, and several cracks appeared on the walls.
Seeing her overflow of murderous intent and pressure, all kneeling black-robed figures lowered their heads, increasingly fearful and respectful.
"This place is chosen by the Angel, if we leave like this, all previous ceremonies will be in vain."
"Might as well go all out."
"Directly take down those from the Association and Chi General Guard together!"
Her voice was cold, looking at the black bat, clearly reluctant to leave.
However, the other did not agree.
"Just a bunch of Transformers with little flesh, even if you resolved them, what's the point?"
Asked the question back, the black-robed woman's brows furrowed tightly, feeling even more agitated inside.
Seeing her temperamental, about to erupt, also knowing she was somewhat unwilling to waste efforts and work in vain.
The black bat folded its wings, speaking again.
"A temporary departure is not a retreat... Moreover, I've already thought of a better way."
"Oh?"
"You should know, compared to ordinary people and Transformers, the flesh of Martial Artists is more favored by the Angel."
"Previously cautious not to alert the enemy, but now precisely...."
The voice was indifferent, the bat's eyes glowed with a scarlet light, appearing very eerie.
"From what I know, Nanjiang recently has an opportunity to obtain a large number of high-quality sacrifices."
"By then, what you and I need, might be gathered at once."
As the words fell, the black-robed woman's tightly furrowed brows slightly eased, eventually agreeing to the other's suggestion.
Before long, all the black-robed figures left together, the entire cave was silent for more than ten minutes.
Until the very end.
Amidst the flapping sound of wings, a streak of white-gray flew into the cave.