Chapter 80: Chapter 80: Digging a Pit, Actor’s Self-Cultivation
"Ugh~"
Duan Song held his face, lying on the ground and groaning in pain.
Wen Chengxian stared intensely at Qin Tian, with both anger and a flash of gravity in his eyes.
As a Tier Three Spiritualist, he hadn’t even seen clearly how Qin Tian had struck just now.
Such speed and explosive power, how could he possibly be a Tier One Four Stars Spiritualist.
This kid is really good at playing the pig to eat the tiger.
"Qin Tian, are you alright?" Yan Qing asked.
"Officer, I’m fine."
Qin Tian glanced at Wen Chengxian and said, "The blood on me is all from the enemy."
At this moment, Mr. Li spoke up:
"Director Yan, this seems to be a misunderstanding. Chengxian was indeed a bit impulsive. I apologize to Major Qin on his behalf."
After speaking, Mr. Li bowed slightly to Qin Tian, with a trace of apology on his face.
Seeing this, Wen Chengxian was both ashamed and angry.
Mr. Li was his father’s chief secretary and one of the top-ranked figures on the Andes Continent. Such a big shot actually had to bow and apologize to a lowly major because of him.
Yan Qing said indifferently:
"Mr. Li, since Qin Tian is unharmed, I won’t pursue this matter. However..."
Yan Qing looked directly at Wen Chengxian, his tone becoming heavier:
"Wen Chengxian mobilized the 45th Legion and the 26th Legion without any procedures, ignoring the ironclad laws of the Royal Army. This matter won’t be so easily brushed aside."
Upon hearing this, a gleam of light flashed in Mr. Li’s eyes.
Wen Chengxian does not have a military registration or official position. With his father’s mediation, he will not face severe punishment.
But the involved officers of the 45th and 26th legions will undoubtedly face serious consequences.
And these people are almost all Wen family’s connections and confidants.
Wen Chengxian also realized this, his face turning slightly pale.
If he successfully found the Ancient Giant Beast Essence Blood and handed it over to the Dongfang Clan, then the legion leaders would not only be guiltless but also credited.
But if the plan failed, they would naturally bear the consequences.
This was a gamble from the start.
Unfortunately, he lost the bet.
Yan Qing noticed the change in Wen Chengxian’s expression and smirked coldly inwardly.
He had long wanted to rectify the trend of military cadres on Silver Gray Star who were keen on power and forming factions.
The military belongs to the Empire, not to some people’s private soldiers.
But because of various external pressures, he had never found the right angle to tackle the issue.
Unexpectedly, Qin Tian handed him the knife this time.
He intends to seize this opportunity to conduct a major purge, removing the malignant elements from the military and making room for those innocent and loyal to the Empire among the young officers.
"Mr. Li, I heard there are three military academy students detained here. Bring them over. I’ll take them away." Yan Qing said.
Mr. Li cast a glance at Wen Chengxian, who gritted his teeth and said:
"Bring them over!"
Soon, Xiaopang, Xiong Gang, and Huang Xiaojia were brought over, showing signs of tension and unease on their faces.
However, when they saw Qin Tian and Yan Qing, who was wearing a major general’s uniform standing beside Qin Tian, their eyes immediately lit up with intense joy.
"Brother Tian."
The three of them jogged over to Qin Tian’s side, speaking in low voices.
Qin Tian nodded, without explaining anything.
"Mr. Li, I will take them away."
Yan Qing didn’t waste more words, leading the four toward the door.
As they were about to leave, Qin Tian suddenly stopped, turned to face Wen Chengxian, and calmly said:
"The amber you mentioned, I haven’t seen it. If you think I’ve hidden it, you can send someone to look for it at Twilight Ridge. Also, get my knife, gun, and smart wristband downstairs."
Having said that, he turned around, a glimmer of cold light flashing deep in his eyes.
He had suffered so much injury and damage, with fractured bones, his body covered in scars, and almost bled dry before he managed, with great difficulty, to take down that Vampire.
Amber was his trophy; how could he hand it over easily.
If Wen Chengxian had approached him politely and indicated a willingness to exchange resources, he might have considered trading the amber.
But this guy had immediately detained him and tried to torture him for a confession, so he shouldn’t blame him for digging a pit for him.
Twilight Ridge is vast and complex.
Attempting to find a palm-sized piece of amber here would undoubtedly consume significant manpower, material, and financial resources. If Wen Chengxian really sent people to do so, they would eventually find nothing.
"Twilight Ridge."
Wen Chengxian’s gaze turned deep. He had searched Qin Tian’s body to make sure the Ancient Giant Beast Essence Blood was not on him.
Regardless of whether Qin Tian was truthful or whether Klaus hid the essence blood, it must still be at Twilight Ridge.
...
"Have you got everything?" Yan Qing looked at Qin Tian.
Qin Tian put on the smart wristband, slung the sniper rifle over his back, held the Black Frost Blade in one hand, and nodded:
"Got everything."
"Alright, let’s go."
Yan Qing opened the hatch of the flying device, letting Xiaopang and the others sit in the rear cabin, while Qin Tian sat in the co-pilot seat.
Whoosh~~
The flying device took off vertically, then flew in a certain direction.
"Did you take that thing?"
During the flight, Yan Qing suddenly asked.
Qin Tian hesitated for a moment and said, "I didn’t take it."
Yan Qing nodded, expression unchanged, but he had his answer in mind.
Judging from his experience with Qin Tian, this kid was probably lying.
While Qin Tian kept some things from him, he was not angry, but rather relieved.
In their line of work, they needed clever, cautious, and decisive people. Little scheming isn’t scary, but those who are straightforward and easily read are the most likely to mess things up.
Qin Tian has gradually shown these characteristics now, though a bit immature, but with infinite potential.
A clone who hadn’t been out of the incubation chamber for even a hundred days managed to annihilate a Star Thief Squad led by a Tier Five Vampire single-handedly.
Thinking about it now, it still feels incredible.
"Don’t leave the school recently and focus on improving your Spiritual Ability Level,"
Yan Qing advised, "Whether it’s guns or otherwise, these are auxiliary methods. Only Spiritual Energy is your foundation, and you mustn’t abandon it because of a minor setback, investing all your time and energy in minor paths."
"Understood, thank you, officer."
Qin Tian responded earnestly. Yan Qing was right; his biggest shortfall now was Spiritual Energy. Tier One Four Stars was weaker than any spiritualist at the school.
The lack of Spiritual Energy meant he couldn’t freely use Spiritual Martial Techniques and had to purely rely on physical strength to confront the enemy. It was fine against ordinary spiritualists, but when facing Bloodline Martial Artists, his advantages would be nullified by Bloodline Power.
Next, he needed to concentrate on enhancing his Spiritual Energy and breaking through to Tier Two soon.
Whoosh~~
The flying device sliced through the sky and landed on the Eagle Military Academy’s helipad about half an hour later.
The hatch opened, and Xiaopang, Xiong Gang, and Huang Xiaojia jumped out in succession, standing by waiting.
"Qin Tian, I have some things to attend to, so I’ll leave first."
Yan Qing looked at Qin Tian, a smile tugging at his lips,
"I’ll recommend a course to you. Study it when you’re free."
Qin Tian asked, "Officer, what course?"
"Actor’s Self-Cultivation, haha, I’m off now!"
The hatch closed, and the flying device ascended straight into the sky, disappearing into the skyline.
Qin Tian froze for a moment, then shook his head helplessly.
Indeed, in front of such an old spy, his acting skills are still a bit clumsy.
But Yan Qing was right, too. With the talent of [Illusion], he indeed needs to polish his acting skills.
Qin Tian turned around, looked at the three who were hesitant to speak, smiled, and spoke in a much softer tone than usual:
"You’ve worked hard during this time, take care of your injuries and recover well."
The trio exchanged glances and bowed together.
"Thank you, Brother Tian."
Qin Tian smiled slightly, and on that face originally covered in blood, that smile should have been eerie and frightening.
However, in the eyes of the three, this smile was incomparably warm, like the setting sun on the horizon gently spreading its glow, dispelling the surrounding cold and gloom, and offering a comforting sense of peace.