Stronger from Earth

Chapter 250 249: Fishing

Earth may not appear large, yet within the entire Earth Civilization, ninety-five percent of the powerful individuals emerged from this planet, their growth speed surpassing other worlds.

One of the reasons is the Mother Star's luck, and the second is the opportunities obtained from the Gate of the World. The life essence of a Life Source Star, accumulated over hundreds of millions or even billions of years, once devoured by Earth, its mere sharing can create unimaginable powerhouses.

Therefore, the Era of Mythology of the Mother Star is unimaginable to Federation citizens; such an occasion happens only once in countless ages, and Earth is the only one among countless worlds.

Earth's population exceeds six hundred billion, while the combined population of Federation citizens on other planets in the Solar System and other Star Domains exceeds a trillion, all vying to squeeze into Earth.

The populace who illegally immigrate amounts to hundreds of millions annually, an unfathomable number.

Earth is the absolute center; the most powerful figures reside here, while true powerhouses among the Alien Race, knowing the depth here, do not venture forth.

"Staying on the Mother Star is the safest choice, no matter how immense the Celestial Net's energy is or its myriad means, it cannot harm me."

Wang Xuan stayed for a day at the Ling Family garden; despite the good environment, he was not in the mood. Wan Futu's influence was not small, and soon Ling Jie's whereabouts were known.

But it was bad news; Ling Jie encountered significant trouble.

"How is it possible! How could my dad work for the Alien Race, it's impossible!" Lin Cheng found the news hard to accept.

Ling Jie was found during a capture operation, according to detainees' confessions and some video materials, it could be proven that Ling Jie personally killed three Federation soldiers and participated in planning an imminent terrorist attack.

If verified, Ling Jie would be charged with crimes against humanity, labeled a traitor, and undoubtedly sentenced to death.

Mother Ling was utterly shocked on hearing this news, nearly fainting, and Ling Tian quickly supported her.

Wang Xuan frowned deeply and said, "It's truly impossible, Uncle Ling has no reason to do such a thing; his assets on the Mother Star exceed ten billion, routinely managing billions in funds.

He has both a son and daughter, and the family has no issues on the Mother Star; his cultivation level is advancing well; he simply doesn't need to ally with the Alien Race."

Everyone knows this matter is unusual, and people suspect manipulation, using Ling Jie as a scapegoat to extract wealth. But Wang Xuan's vigilance heightened. Who would dare provoke the person greeted by the Third Senior Brother?

"Lin Cheng, don't worry, as long as Uncle Ling is alive, I can ensure he is unharmed." As long as the truth is uncovered, Ling Jie can be rescued.

He absolutely must handle this matter.

The Ling Family was in chaos upon hearing the news, former relatives abandoned them, eager to distance themselves from Ling Jie.

In a moment, Ling Jie's reputation was utterly ruined.

Lin Cheng twiddled her fingers and pulled Wang Xuan to a secluded spot, hesitantly asked, "Xuan, is there still hope for my father? If the crime against humanity is indeed proven."

Wang Xuan replied slowly, "It's good if he can be proved innocent, but ironclad evidence spells certain death; if rescuing him, only through deception, living disguised and bearing a lifetime of infamy.

Moreover, if he genuinely committed crimes against humanity, he deserves to die, and he is no longer the father you once knew, Lin Cheng you must understand this."

This is the conflict between sentiment and principle; personally, Wang Xuan wishes for Ling Jie to be safe and innocent, but if it's true, the law cannot tolerate Ling Jie.

"I believe my father wouldn't do such a thing; he's not that kind of person. If he truly changed, then I, I..."

Lin Cheng was moved to tears, deeply anguished; she didn't want Wang Xuan to feel troubled but feared losing her father.

Wang Xuan offered his chest for support, solemnly said, "If he is innocent, he will surely return. If he doesn't, I will ensure he dies with dignity!"

Lin Cheng trembled, understanding Wang Xuan's implication; rather than her father being sentenced and scorned, ending in disgrace, it was better to die cleanly, ensuring all posthumous affairs were properly handled.

For instance, the captured Ling Jie is merely a counterfeit, and the real Ling Jie was already deceased.

This is not Wang Xuan's ruthlessness, but the best option.

"Don't worry, there's considerable room for maneuvering here; as long as Uncle Ling hadn't become an accomplice to the Alien Race before leaving the Mother Star, I can navigate through this, giving you a complete father." Wang Xuan reassured her.

Lin Cheng nodded, knowing Wang Xuan's character and his difficulties; managing to such an extent was unimaginably arduous.

"If he truly, really had long become an accomplice to the Alien Race and betrayed the Human Race on the Mother Star, then to me, my father died long ago."

Lin Cheng closed her eyes; if her father, convicted of such crimes, returned, she couldn't accept it, thus dying cleanly was the last effort she could offer as his daughter.

At such times, sacrificing familial ties for justice, although painful and excruciating, is the best for everyone.

Both steadfast in their commitment, even under the emotional agony of seeming heartless and unfilial, they must bear it together.

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"You cheeky lad, you're adept at stirring things up; how many days until your Second Senior Brother's True Immortal ceremony? The auspicious day is approaching, and I've invited many to observe, yet you still seek out adventure!"

He the Sixth huffed and stared at Wang Xuan; their eyes locked, Wang Xuan's eyes were slightly bigger.

"That's my prospective father-in-law; I can't ignore my woman's feelings, right?" Wang Xuan declared, some tasks were necessary and unavoidable, he had no complaints.

"You needn't go personally, a Celestial Immortal can resolve this matter effortlessly." He Fang commented.

"But subconsciously, I feel Ling Jie is caught because of me, and this is a trap targeting me."

"Is your mind really so sharp? It shouldn't be." He Fang shook his head, "If that organization wanted to kill you, it would use more than simple means."

"Master, don't pat my head; I'm an adult, not a child. Although this matter is unfortunate, it can also become beneficial; they use my prospective father-in-law as bait, and I can be bait to catch a big fish, right?"

Wang Xuan knew he could abstain and using favors or cultivation resources solving the matter wasn't hard. But ultimately, he couldn't pass the hurdle in his heart; given the trouble, he must attend to it personally, other methods felt perfunctory.

"Fishing? Aren't you afraid of becoming delicious bait consumed utterly?" He Fang scoffed.

Wang Xuan departed; hidden in the shadows was Celestial Immortal Lin Xiyue, his fourth senior sister, following him as his formidable protection.

Without using the Teleportation Array, he directly piloted Starship Zero, escaped the earthly gravity, continually accelerating toward the planet where Ling Jie was captured.

Someone seeks to use bait to catch him, this dormant dragon, he must bite back and retaliate; both are fishing, just a matter of the fisherman's strength and wisdom.