Chapter 64: The Sequence of the Fog Source Body

Six hours later, Colonel Du's team still had not shown up.

Chu Yunsheng, who had rested sufficiently, decided not to wait any longer. He walked straight into the Jinjiang Building through the main entrance.

With so many rooms in the Jinjiang Building, Chu Yunsheng had no idea which one Chang Lian was in. Rather than sneaking in and being discovered, he decided to enter openly, making it clear that he was looking for Chang Lian. He wanted to see Colonel Du's reaction. If Colonel Du still protected Chang Lian, he would fight them, killing as many as he could. If he couldn't kill them, he would continue to ambush them until they were all dead.

If that were the case, Chu Yunsheng would not only target Chang Lian; Colonel Du would also become his target!

Considering these variables, Chu Yunsheng decided to have Yao Xiang stay outside. First, to prevent exposing Ding Yan, who would need to continue as an informant if Colonel Du still protected Chang Lian and he couldn't kill Chang Lian in the battle. Second, to prevent Chang Lian's people from escaping. After secretly ambushing Chang Lian for so long, Chu Yunsheng was also worried that any escapees might seek revenge for Chang Lian, just as he had done, causing endless trouble.

Yao Xiang's abilities had significantly improved, and with the protection of the Six Jia Talisman, he wouldn't be at a disadvantage even against Chang Lian. Dealing with one or two of Chang Lian's accomplices would be manageable for him.

Chu Yunsheng's appearance was quickly noticed by the sentries. Colonel Du stood in the lobby, looking at Chu Yunsheng with a half-smile.

"Mr. Chu, we meet again!" Colonel Du said with a smile.

Identifying Chu Yunsheng was easy; his crimson battle armor was unique.

Chu Yunsheng's face was cold as he stared into Colonel Du's eyes and said directly, "Colonel Du, you know why I'm here. Let's not waste time. Just tell me which side you're on!"

Colonel Du paced, sizing up Chu Yunsheng again, and probed, "Have you considered waiting until we reach Jinling City before making your move?..."

Leaving aside whether they could reach Jinling City, even if they did, there would be many variables. Chu Yunsheng would not agree. He gripped his long sword and said firmly, "No chance. He must die now."

Colonel Du nodded, not surprised, as if he had already guessed.

At that moment, Tao Zhan, the advisor, ran over and whispered something into Colonel Du's ear.

Colonel Du first looked elated, then frowned, nodding continuously.

By the time Tao Zhan finished speaking, Colonel Du had calmed down. He looked at Chu Yunsheng with a bright expression, stepped forward, and said in a low voice, "Mr. Chu, I know you've been following us for a long time, and your goal is to kill Gan Ziqiang to avenge yourself. No problem, I can hand him over to you, but there's something I think you'll be interested in."

Chu Yunsheng shook his head. "I only want Gan Ziqiang's life. I have no interest in your affairs."

Colonel Du smiled slightly. "It's not just our affair, but yours as well. My advisor just told me that the professors have completed their equation derivation. The sequence for breaking the fog wall has been determined. To leave Kun City, we must cooperate!"

Before Chu Yunsheng could ask, Colonel Du continued, "To put it bluntly, breaking the fog wall requires destroying the fog source bodies in nine palace grids. We have already determined their specific locations, but the sequence must be strictly followed and changes every 12 hours. The professors have established a model and equation, which they have just successfully calculated. From the start of the attack to its completion, it must be controlled within 12 hours. Otherwise, if the sequence changes, the fog source bodies will regenerate, and all efforts will be in vain!"

Hearing this, Chu Yunsheng's heart skipped a beat. He hadn't expected the scientists to really find a way to break the fog wall. People's minds were truly incomparable! If the fog wall could be broken and they could escape Kun City, he wouldn't mind cooperating with the military. Although Colonel Du had made him somewhat uncomfortable, escaping was more important. However, he didn't want to be used as a pawn by Colonel Du and wouldn't allow the military to use Gan Ziqiang's life as a bargaining chip. Gan Ziqiang's life was owed to Yu Xiaohai!

Colonel Du paused, with a hint of bitterness. "I am a soldier, and obeying orders is my duty. Even in these chaotic times, as long as Jinling City exists, the army will exist, and I will continue to fulfill my orders as a soldier."

"My mission is to protect these people and ensure they reach Jinling City safely. The command has ordered me to protect the target at all costs, and if necessary, to sacrifice anyone except the target! Mr. Chu, do you understand what this means? Simply put, even I can be sacrificed! So you might think I'm despicable, standing by Gan Ziqiang when I need him and abandoning him when I don't. But I have no choice; I must act in the best interest of the mission."

"Breaking the fog wall requires extraordinary speed and power. My people alone cannot complete the entire sequence within 12 hours. You are the fastest and most powerful awakened warrior I've ever seen. Only with your help can we break the fog wall. I believe this is a win-win situation."

Chu Yunsheng shook his head lightly. "Colonel Du, you're wrong from the start. I don't necessarily need to leave Kun City. I can survive here just as well."

Colonel Du was taken aback and waved his hand. "I understand your meaning. Tell me, what conditions do you need? As long as they are within my authority, I can guarantee they will be met."

Chu Yunsheng didn't answer directly. He hadn't decided whether to participate in this matter. Although he wanted to leave the fog city, he didn't know how dangerous breaking the fog source bodies would be. He needed to understand the situation in detail and consider it before making a decision. For now, his priority was to deal with Chang Lian.

However, he hadn't seen Chang Lian yet. Just as he was about to ask, he heard a commotion and shouting from the third floor.

Shortly after, a soldier ran down and reported to Colonel Du nervously, "Colonel, Gan Ziqiang is strapped with bombs and wants to die with the professors!"

Colonel Du was shocked. He ignored Chu Yunsheng and ran toward the stairs, saying, "Where's Zhou Wei? Wasn't he supposed to watch Gan Ziqiang? He couldn't even handle this?"

Chu Yunsheng looked up at the third floor. The hall and the second floor were connected, and the third floor could only be reached by elevator or stairs. There were two staircases, one on the left and one on the right. Colonel Du took the left staircase. Chu Yunsheng quietly took the right staircase, using the dim light to sneak up to the third floor.

The third floor was a business conference area, with a central rest area surrounded by several meeting rooms. Chu Yunsheng hid behind a large column after coming up, and through the rest area, he saw Gan Ziqiang and others on the opposite side.

The doors of the meeting room were blocked by several awakened warriors from the military. Gan Ziqiang and his people were leaning against the wall of the meeting room, while other soldiers and military awakened warriors stood opposite them, in a standoff.

Gan Ziqiang's face was twisted with a cold smile. "Colonel Du, my brothers fought and died for you. Now that they're all dead, you turn on us!"

Colonel Du tried to remain calm. "Captain Gan, calm down. We can talk about this."

Gan Ziqiang laughed. "Du Qishan, you're really devious. You're still trying to trick me. I know that kid is here, and you want to sell us out! Yes, I can't beat him, but neither will you! We'll all go down together!"

He pointed to the grenades strapped to his body. "See these? I took them from your dead soldiers. I've been expecting this day. You had Zhou Wei watch us, but I'm not stupid! I didn't fight him. Now your scientists are in the meeting room behind me. They're just ordinary people. If I pull the pins, the explosion will collapse this floor, and you won't be able to explain the deaths!"

Colonel Du's face turned cold, and he shouted, "Gan Ziqiang, don't do anything rash!"

Gan Ziqiang spat and sneered, "Rash? Du Qishan, since I'm strapped with so many bombs, I never planned to live!