Special Forces Medic

Chapter 935 907: Haven't Had Meat in a Long Time

"If you need anything, feel free to find me."

It's not just the communication that has been lost; it's also the contact.

Just like Lao Jiu mentioned, in this sunless 'underground city', they can't go anywhere. Despite being able to walk, as soon as they approach the exit, someone intercepts them, and that damned Lao Qing occasionally appears to utter provocative words. Meanwhile, the initiator of all this has disappeared since that day and seems not to be in the 'underground city' at all.

The provocative words are meant to stir up unnecessary turmoil, and during this time, due to the innocent disappearance of the 'Black Crow' leader, many assassins have fallen into unprecedented panic. Losing the protective barrier is tantamount to falling into the abyss, followed by the pursuit from enemies and clashes with other assassin groups. No matter how powerful the organization is, absolute monopoly is impossible, and that's the reality.

Holed up in the infirmary, smelling the disinfectant, Xiao Ya was bored, crossing his legs. Here, time seemed to have stopped. "No wonder those twins want to rebel. Living this boring to death life would drive anyone insane!"

"Well, madness is secondary. I think you're trying to say that the person who created this place is the real madman!" Xiao Lin held a small whetstone. He was bored enough to grind every used surgical knife on it, making the disposable tools sharper under his small efforts. They could be used to kill, but were definitely not suitable for surgery because they were too sharp.

"When are you planning to act?" Xiao Ya's patience was reaching its limit, and the assassins here have been showing signs of restlessness since yesterday. The number of people passing by their door increased, while Lao Qing's provocations lessened.

"Wait!" He tested the surgical knife on his fingertip, a thin blood mark appeared. "Still not enough to draw blood for titles!"

"Why don't you ask me about the events from over a decade ago?" The looming battle is something both are well aware of. This place is the twins' territory, and those assassins are their weapons. An intense battle was imminent, even his cold-blooded nature was producing rebellious traits, let alone those living on the razor's edge outside. Xiao Ya touched the bizarre creature's head; its recovery ability was much stronger than its master's and could walk around.

"Let's wait until we both manage to get out of here alive, then ask, no rush." After sharpening the last surgical knife, he had a mound by his feet. "These should be enough."

"I killed Fourth Master with my own hands!" Xiao Lin stared blankly at the surgical knife. "I just want to ask you, can that Mu Rongyun really resurrect the dead?"

"Even if someone dead is revived, they would be his puppet." Outside the infirmary, there was a commotion, and Xiao Ya darted out in a flash. He had lost count of how many times this had occurred, and the bizarre creature returned to Flame Swallow's side, preparing to assume a defensive stance.

Outside, Xiao Ya already confronted a few assassins. Judging by the situation, he probably didn't need to take action to deal with it, as this was a test before the big battle. "Xia Ya, kill them all!"

For enemies, regardless if they are weaker or stronger opponents, they can't be allowed to live to prevent future troubles.

Blood splattered, and at some point, Xiao Ya had a surgical knife in hand. The knife, ground thin, easily pierced beneath the skin, regardless of the location. Even in the thickest fat, it could effortlessly carve a large hole.

Even without Xiao Lin's instruction, he would have done the same. In an instant, three men became corpses, shocking not only the spectators but also Lao Qing watching from above, who couldn't help but wonder who the person beside Xiao Lin was.

The bizarre creature, smelling the blood scent, quietly approached the door, its eyes fixed on the corpses as its sharp teeth were exposed. Xiao Lin petted its head, while Xiao Ya, as if understanding, forcefully tore off an arm from a corpse and tossed it in front of the bizarre creature, letting it bite ferociously.

The sharp teeth chewing the bones sent chills down people's spines. Almost no one here was unaware of the bizarre creature. Wherever it was, Flame Swallow existed, the man surrounded by flames that made people hesitate to approach, and the method of killing three people within minutes by the man before them was even more daunting.

"Bizarre Creature!" Xiao Lin called out loudly. "If you like the taste of fresh meat, I'll make sure to bring you some every day. Eat to your heart's content, there's definitely enough for you." Saying that, he sliced off a piece of meat and chewed it himself. "Haven't had meat in a long time, tastes quite good."

In swarms, the area in front of the infirmary was cleared clean. This is precisely the effect desired, as Xiao Lin provocatively raised the human flesh in his hand toward Lao Qing above and put it into his mouth.

Assassins are human too, and they fear death. Lao Qing's agitation gave Xiao Lin this opportunity; the 'Black Crow' leaders should arrive in Liger City within a day or two. He's aiming for this timeframe.

Today was like killing the chicken to scare the monkey; those taking orders won't act rashly, but it might be hard to predict Lao Qing's actions. "Tomorrow, let me handle it. It seems 'underground city' has already sided with Mu Rongyun. If you appear, it might displease him. Tonight I'll find a way to get you out. Do you see the central arena ahead? The surrounding water can lead outside. You can swim, right? Just hold your breath for about four minutes to pass through the deepest part into the city's sewer system. I don't need to explain further, you know what to do, right?"

As he walked to the central arena, the apparently calm water surface belied the shadow of swimming fish, confirming it was a living water source, absent of stagnant water's stench and waterplants. Signs of regular cleaning were present, Xiao Ya tested the water temperature, icy cold to the bone.

With a splash, he had already dived into the water, impossible to pull back.

"Just let him go like that?" The two people standing high up observed every move of the person below.

"He's from Fourth Master's side." The woman standing beside Lao Qing wore red clothes accentuating her curves. Her high heels clicked on the iron plate with a rhythmic sound. "'Black Crow' people have arrived in Liger City, but there's no additional information coming through yet. Our immediate priority is to find their foothold, spread the news, and keep an eye on the people below, not letting them leave. Once things are settled, then deal with it."

"Why are you leaving so soon?" Lao Qing hugged Red Clothes from behind. "Brother is not here, can't you stay a little longer?"

Red Clothes tried to shake off Lao Qing's hands, but after several struggles, she still couldn't succeed. "Do you still have the heart for this now? Let's talk after everything's over!"

"When do you plan to tell Brother about us? I don't want to keep it from him."

"Let's talk about everything after it's all over."

Lao Qing pushed Red Clothes to a corner of the wall, forcing his right foot between her legs. "I know you have a sister who, like you, loves red. You've sent her next to that Xiao Mu, and I don't want you bouncing between my brother and me all the time, so you'd better make a decision quickly."

"Are you threatening me?" Red Clothes turned her head away, not wanting to look at that face that made her feel guilty.

"Do you like my brother more, or do you have no interest in us brothers at all, just using us? It doesn't matter, as long as I get you, that's enough. I can't wait, I want it now."

The breath he exhaled made the woman feel extremely impatient. She flicked her whip, which landed on the ground with a crack.

"What are you guys doing?" Lao Jiu, who had never appeared before, stood in the hallway, causing Lao Qing to release Red Clothes.

"Nothing much. When did you come back?" Lao Qing forced a laugh, but Lao Jiu looked furious.

"Everyone from there has already arrived! The network here can only hold for fifteen minutes, the meeting starts at midnight, and the time to block the news isn't long, so you better restrain yourself a bit."

"Haha, got it."

"Lao Jiu!" Red Clothes called out to the departing Lao Jiu, wanting to explain but realizing those were all facts.

"If anything happens to Lao Qing, I won't forgive you."

'Underground City' fell into a silence as if it were the calm before the storm. The room was lit, the sound of metal scraping rang out continuously. Xiao Lin sat at the entrance of the infirmary sharpening his scalpel, while the monster paced the open ground. On the surgical bed behind him lay a patient, wrapped like a mummy.

In front of him was a campfire roasting pieces of meat. There was only water and bread there; he was a carnivore. Occasionally lifting his head, there was no change in sight; his instincts dulled by such silence.

"Here to give me your final advice?" He wasn't surprised to see Lao Jiu appear alone in front of him; this person always missed the best timing, so he was destined to be a failure. "Before you speak, listen to my advice first. You can still stop now, Mu Rongyun is someone who eats people without spitting out the bones. You're just being used."

"I've already released your friend, so I have a request too: I hope you'll let Lao Qing go."

"Oh, it's a pity though, once it starts there's no letting anyone go, that's how the Xiao Family operates." Xiao Lin coldly watched Lao Jiu. "The higher-ups of 'Black Crow' should have already arrived at Liger City. Cutting off the network here privately is your attempt to hide the fact that their boss has arrived, though your action wasn't wrong. But you've indirectly told outsiders that you've betrayed, and that's something you can't escape from, so you're hoping for me to spare your brother, is that right?"

"That's right!"

"Is that woman worth what you're doing?"

"Not worth it!"

Xiao Lin sighed, picking out two scalpels from a pile and putting them in his pocket, closing the infirmary door. "In these fifteen minutes, how many do you think will die?"

"You can prevent this from happening."

"You still don't understand the people of the Xiao Family enough!" (To be continued. If you like this work, you're welcome to come to Qidian (qidian.com) and vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation.)