Chapter 15: It Seems You Are Still Not Qualified
“Damn it!”
“What? Still no news?”
Tang Chao calmly watched as Dong Qi slammed down several files in frustration.
“That woman’s counter-surveillance skills are too strong!”
They only had one ghost account registered in the safe zone, and everyone linked to that account had been investigated multiple times.
She even sold the combat suit she brought back from the Desert Star! The other two women who went to the Desert Star with her had their memories wiped upon boarding the ship long ago. Now, they didn’t even know Yuan Xi’s true appearance; the only lead was that single ghost account...
Three months had passed without any clue. This was the first time Dong Qi had suffered such a major setback!
“Give the order. The personal guard, assemble. We’re going out shortly.”
The tall and imposing legion commander, Xiong Sheng, walked in and gave the command.
“Yes, Commander!”
Tang Chao and Dong Qi quickly composed themselves.
...
“Sorry, everyone! My gift has been switched. Please cooperate and hand over your light brains for inspection...”
Just as the airship was about to land, Xiong Baimo once again caused trouble.
Feng Yanxu was about to speak when a tall, imposing figure appeared behind Xiong Baimo.
The man wore the officer’s combat uniform of the Third Legion, standing upright. His stern, handsome face bore cold, ruthless eyes that swept over the group.
This was Xiong Sheng, commander of the Third Legion and current head of the Xiong family. Yet, he spent most of his time with the legion; family affairs were handled by his nephews and cousins. After all, a 2S-grade Sentinel had a lifespan of at least five hundred years—they couldn’t hold the position indefinitely, as it would hinder the family’s development.
Of course, their lifespan was greatly reduced after undergoing berserk transformation. Xiong Sheng was nearly three hundred years old; without that last transformation, he would have had over six hundred years of life. Now, no one knew how many years had been lost.
“After inspection, the Xiong family will of course offer compensation.”
Xiong Baimo puffed up his chest, his confidence much stronger than before.
“You want to check my light brain? The Xiong family doesn’t seem qualified enough for that!”
Feng Yanxu shot back bluntly.
“Captain Feng naturally wouldn’t embezzle from the Xiong family. What Baimo and the others want to check is that person right behind you...”
Unbeknownst to others, Feng Yanxu had positioned Ye Moxi behind him.
Check her?
On what grounds?
“She never had the chance to get near that brocade box! And just now, she was injured because of your family’s dispute!”
“Exactly. After inspection, we’ll give her additional compensation!”
Xiong Sheng casually removed his gloves and spoke in a relaxed tone.
Ye Moxi pursed her lips.
There were too many things in her light brain that couldn’t be seen by others! To maintain her identity, neither she nor Ye Ximo had purchased extra storage rings, and in such a public setting, she had no time to transfer anything.
Most importantly, she had more than one Bodhi Lotus in her light brain—each far more exquisite than the ones sold before!
If the Xiong family searched her light brain, would her belongings be confiscated? Would they suspect her? Could the secret of the small planet be exposed?
“Unless you, Commander Xiong of the Third Legion, produce an official order from the military headquarters, you have no right to search her light brain!”
Feng Yanxu stood firm.
This girl made him want to get close; he even wondered if she was the very same girl from the Desert Star...
But that girl had used a whip entwined with vines, whereas this Ye Moxi’s wood-based ability seemed far weaker.
“What? Is she your woman, Feng Yanxu?”
Xiong Sheng took a drag from his cigar, casting a sneering glance at Ye Moxi’s thin, frail frame. Feng Yanxu liked someone like that?
He must have spent too long on the Desert Star, oblivious to what kind of woman was truly captivating...
Ye Moxi frowned.
She hated being scrutinized so carelessly! His gaze was laced with scornful mockery, making her fists itch with anger.
Damn lizard!
“I don’t know what you’re talking about. I’m just an ordinary student here at the Imperial Star Talent Academy...”
“Shut up! You don’t have the right to interrupt here!”
Dong Qi retorted sharply.
Ye Moxi clenched her fists tightly, her face flushed with anger. Feng Yanxu spread his arms, shielding her.
“Commander Xiong, control your dog, or I won’t hesitate to pull his teeth!”
“She is your woman, Feng Yanxu. I’m going to inspect her thoroughly today!”
Xiong Sheng sneered coldly. The Bodhi Lotus was a matter of great importance and couldn’t be taken lightly.
“I said clearly: produce the military order.”
The two men stood firm, their high-level Sentinel auras filling the air, causing Xiong Baimo and others to step back.
But Ye Moxi didn’t flinch at all, protected by a shield Feng Yanxu had long set for her.
Even without this shield, she might not have been harmed, but such a subconscious gesture revealed much about Feng Yanxu’s character.
The Xiong family!
Hmph!
Xiong Sheng was one of the rare 2S-grade Sentinels in the Moyo Galaxy. Until today, everyone thought Feng Yanxu’s title as the Empire’s deadliest weapon was an exaggeration; Xiong Sheng had never accepted it. Yet just now, Feng Yanxu’s mental pressure forced him to step back!
That was enough proof Feng Yanxu’s power surpassed Xiong Sheng!
Could he already be 3S-grade?
“Commander Xiong, can I keep her safe?”
Feng Yanxu asked.
Xiong Sheng scoffed.
“You’re willing to reveal your strength?”
He was genuinely curious.
Feng Yanxu ignored him, signaling Ye Moxi she could leave.
Ye Moxi whispered her thanks and hurried away.
“You’re willing to risk everything for a stranger...”
Now Xiong Sheng was shocked.
Everyone knew Feng Yanxu was cold and indifferent, never one to meddle in others’ affairs.
“She said she’s a student at the Talent Academy.”
Moreover, she wielded wood-based abilities, evoking a strange sense of familiarity and closeness in him. Whether or not she was the girl from the Desert Star, he intended to protect her.
Feng Yanxu didn’t want to say more, especially to Xiong Sheng.
It was no secret he had been to the Desert Star, nor that Xiong Sheng had been there too, even openly offering a bounty for a girl named “Yuan Xi.”
Though he suspected Ye Moxi, he wouldn’t let his doubts bring her trouble. Besides, his uncle was the head of the academy’s botany department.
And Ye Moxi’s wood abilities were not weak. Everything seemed reasonable.
Xiong Sheng sneered and turned away. Since Feng Yanxu vouched for her, she would still attend the Talent Academy. You can’t run from the temple if you run from the monk!
He would first investigate other suspects.
...
*Beep*
“Found you...”
When she saw the target’s location, a cold gleam filled her eyes.
How dare they casually throw away the lollipop she gave into the trash?!
“‘Sister’ is really suspicious!”
But what could she do? She wanted her more and more!
“Young master, they’re chasing again...”
They really wouldn’t give up! Fine! She’d first send the Bodhi Lotus back to the old man, then come to the Imperial Star to find “Sister.”
Pulling her hoodie over her head, she swiftly melted into the crowd.