novelraw Chapter 788 - 491: Lead the Way, Make a Move Personally_2
Chapter 788 - 491: Lead the Way, Make a Move Personally_2
The excited words were related to the attack on Doma, mostly involving control, extortion of chambers of commerce, and similar terms.
Feeling a stir in his heart, Noel’s gaze swept across, and soon he saw the guide beside him stepping forward quickly to report the details.
His eyes naturally followed, passing over numerous figures.
He soon saw the figure standing at the forefront, back turned against the gray wall, being surrounded and praised by many subordinates—General Zhuo Lie.
Over two meters tall, his loose camouflage combat uniform was stretched tight.
His cold, hard face was square and resolute, as if forged from iron, with brown eyes that were as intimidating as a wild beast’s, seizing one’s mind.
"General Zhuo Lie."
Noel smiled as he spoke, then saw the other party nodding and waving his hand.
The armed subordinates who were intensely discussing fell silent and obediently left the area.
The sound of footsteps gradually faded, leaving the room momentarily spacious and bright.
"I didn’t expect Mr. Noel to come in person... How is Young Master Milan doing lately?"
The cold, hard face unexpectedly sounded peaceful, as the other party gestured, and someone brought a chair.
"Young Master Milan has already taken over the position of director of the Rote Biological Company."
"According to the timeline, he should have already set off."
"Oh?"
Somewhat surprised, Zhuo Lie sat down slowly on the metal chair, which creaked under the weight.
"Young Master Milan is actually coming to Lou Yue?"
"That’s right."
Smiling and nodding, Noel also sat down.
His blue eyes unflinchingly met that beast-like curious gaze, as he explained: "Some issues have arisen in the Nido Mountain Range, with some anomalies discovered."
"Young Master Milan hopes you can send someone to investigate the mountainous region at the Lou Yue border..."
As the words fell, Zhuo Lie squinted his eyes slightly.
Though unaware of what exactly had caught the attention of the Lute family so much,
since they wanted his help...
"Young Master Milan’s request, I should surely cooperate, but unfortunately, the situation in Lou Yue is currently delicate, and the military is watching me closely."
"Doma and Atte cities have also consumed much of my energy. If a large-scale manpower arrangement is needed..."
Though the words trailed off, Noel could hear the implication.
"General Zhuo Lie, rest assured. Young Master Milan knows your efforts."
"The Biological Company recently has a batch of weapons and equipment to handle. If you are interested, it might help you master the situation in Lou Yue’s eastern part."
Hearing this, Zhuo Lie revealed a smile and nodded.
"Mr. Noel, please reassure Young Master Milan that Zhuo Lie will always be his loyal friend."
"Of course, of course."
They exchanged knowing smiles, neither revealing the others’ thoughts.
The atmosphere thus livened up, and the two chatted leisurely.
Buzz buzz!
However, at that moment,
the colonel who led earlier suddenly showed a serious expression, as his communication watch on his wrist vibrated briefly.
With his bow to report, Zhuo Lie frowned, a trace of coldness gradually emerging.
"Mr. Noel, excuse me for the moment."
He suddenly stood up and walked out.
The middle-aged white man named Noel nodded without saying much.
But in contrast,
the middle-aged mechanical martial artist standing behind, quietly activated the jamming device to isolate the inside and outside, asking in a low voice.
"This Zhuo Lie is just a dog raised by Young Master Milan, yet he dares to ask for benefits."
"Mr. Noel, are we being too polite to him?"
Hearing his discontent and doubt, Noel smiled faintly.
"This was Young Master Milan’s instruction."
"Oh?"
"Zhuo Lie is a vicious dog; whoever gives him benefits, he will bite for them."
"But it’s okay; everything he possesses will sooner or later belong to Young Master Milan."
With a calm tone, Noel’s smile bore a hint of sarcasm.
This current support is merely to aid his development as a candidate for Young Master Milan’s sphere of influence.
Once he finishes the task, someone will replace him.
By then, this ever-growing warlord force will still belong to the Lute family.
"I see."
The middle-aged mechanical martial artist at his side understood, calming down and saying no more.
Thus, the two waited in the steel barracks, waiting to continue discussing subsequent details.
Oddly, however, Zhuo Lie, who had left earlier, was yet to return, which was unusual and aroused their vigilance.
"What’s going on?"
Noel looked puzzled, immediately standing and leading the middle-aged mechanical martial artist out of the barracks.
The sunset in the west, the red sunset in Lou Yue glowed fiery.
A group of white bodyguards gathered around in turn, but Noel’s expression showed no relief, instead detecting an anomaly.
Within sight, yellow sand filled the sky.
The extensive armed camp was hounded by chaotic sounds, as armored vehicles assembled temporarily and charged out of the camp.
The howl of engines roared like wild beasts, nearly a hundred soldiers boarding off-road and camouflage pickup trucks, following two armed colonels, and departing.
"What exactly is happening?"
Noel’s confusion deepened, and then he heard the security team member outside relaying the situation.
"It seems there has been an incident with Zhuo Lie’s men; they’ve lost contact in Doma City."
"Including that Fifth-Order Transformed Human, Iron River Colonel."
Upon hearing this, Noel’s gaze sharpened, instantly recalling the projection sand table he had seen when entering the barracks earlier.
That detailed the defense layout of Doma City, along with some vital information.
"It seems Zhuo Lie’s control over the East has encountered issues."
He shook his head, having guessed the general situation.
As the overlord of the East, to suffer such a setback in obscurity.
This would undoubtedly lower people’s opinions, and it was no wonder Zhuo Lie was making such a show, hastily convening troops.
"Could it be the Evil God Church causing trouble?"
The middle-aged Mechanical Martial behind the guard curiously asked, thinking of the recent bloody incidents frequenting Lou Yue Capital.
Several high-level officials were assassinated by members of the Evil God Church, leading to a further destabilization of the situation.
It’s possible Zhuo Lie’s men encountered a similar situation.
"That’s possible."
Noel didn’t deny it.
The Evil God Church has always acted without regard to cost, erratic and unpredictable; no one could pinpoint the key to their actions.
Suddenly, he felt the situation was getting complex and worried it might spiral out of control.
The middle-aged Mechanical Martial considered everyone’s safety and asked solemnly.
"Mr. Noel, should we leave?"
"No."
Unexpectedly.
After pondering for a moment, Noel gently shook his head.
"The number of Sixth Order in Lou Yue is limited; even within the Evil God Church, Upper Rank Walkers are very rare."
"Zhuo Lie, after all, is an experienced Flying General; he wouldn’t be taken down that easily... And don’t forget..."
He glanced at everyone, then looked towards the far-off barren land.
"Young Master Milan is already here."
As his words fell, everyone was visibly shaken, and no one voiced further objections.
The Lute family was at a critical period in choosing an heir; previously, Miss Oona had the most support, but recently, due to the incident in Chi Country, there was an unexpected turn.
The search for Super Ancient Creatures became the subsequent key issue, to the extent that even Young Master Milan personally came, highlighting its importance.
For a time, Noel and the Lute family members patiently waited in place, waiting for Zhuo Lie to handle the unexpected situation properly.
The wind howled, the departing armored vehicles had traveled several kilometers and gradually turned into black dots within view.
Drifts of yellow sand blew across, constantly settling back onto the desert soil.
"Mr. Noel, sorry to keep you waiting."
Zhuo Lie, who had left earlier, appeared again, indicating a return to the barracks for a detailed discussion.
Noel smiled and nodded.
However.
BOOM!!!
Suddenly, in his line of sight, flames shot up into the sky.
Numerous black dots kilometers away suddenly exploded as if hit by missiles, displaying immense devastation.
The distant sound of the explosion reached them, causing a brief tremor in the camp.
"What!"
The middle-aged Mechanical Martial’s eyes were grave, and his eyes, like needles, quickly activated the remote scanning module.
Zhuo Lie, the strongest, was the first to notice the anomaly, his face growing cold, concealing anger and murderous intent as he turned towards the distant horizon.
BAM BAM!!
The explosions continued to ring out, pieces of shattered metal flew into the air.
The wreckage of the armored vehicles was flung up by the shockwave, collapsing hills, and rolling over the barren desert more than a dozen times.
Inside the armed camp, eyes widened as they heard the sonic booms in the distance, and it seemed shadows flew towards them at high speed.
"Courting death!"
Zhuo Lie coldly shouted, and missile installations within the armed camp instantly activated.
WHOOSH WHOOSH WHOOSH!!
Thick gray missiles soared into the sky, blooming with crimson tails, tearing through the sky with a roar.
The shockwave flipped the dirt in the wasteland, sending yellow sand flying into a frenzied scatter.
The air ignited, white shockwaves became straight lines in the air, hitting their target.
BAM BAM BAM!!
The sound of relentless bombardment erupted, the air vibrated, and the sound waves were piercing.
People sighed with relief.
"General Zhuo Lie’s defensive layout is indeed rigorous...."
Noel praised, but his smile instantly froze.
CRASH!!
The white smoke from the distant explosion dispersed suddenly.
A black-clad figure reappeared, their body piercing through everything unscathed, even radiating blinding golden light.
In the blink of an eye.
The roaring sonic boom pierced the eardrums, as a white Mach ring exploded before him!