Horror Camgirl - Ch. 125: Rivals Meet
The rescue team's boat arrived, and Tang Mingli hurriedly jumped off the boat and rushed towards me. He seemed to have a lot to say, but in the end, all he said was, "I'm glad you're okay."
Seeing the concern in his eyes made me feel somewhat comforted.
"I'm fine, and I've advanced as well."
Tang Mingli was shocked. "Mid-level Second Grade?"
I nodded. He looked at me as if I were a strange phenomenon. "I never used to believe in geniuses and luck, but now I do."
I got on the boat and unexpectedly saw a Chinese warship. Soldiers were landing on small boats, and I asked in surprise, "What's going on?"
"There is a rare treasure on Snow Island, and with the mutated plants and animals here, including a number of Spiritual Plants and Exotic Beasts with abundant Spiritual Energy, China definitely wants to secure the area first for exploration and development," Tang Mingli explained. "In a few days, experts from all over China will come to hunt for treasures. It's going to be a fierce competition—most likely, there will be bloodshed."
He turned his head towards me and said, "Jun Yao, you should go back to Shan City first. I still have some things to take care of."
"What things?" I couldn't help but ask.
He smiled slightly and said, "Apart from the Chinese military, many top families will come here as well to compete for the island's resources."
I immediately understood—he had come representing the Tang Family, and picking me up was just a courtesy.
I wasn't upset. Tang Mingli and I were just friends, and I already appreciated that he had gone out of his way to pick me up.
"Be careful, then." I took one last look at Snow Island and was about to head into the cabin when I noticed Yin Shengyao standing on the deck, looking at us with a probing and displeased expression.
For some reason, a chill ran down my spine.
He walked towards us, his gaze sweeping across my face, and said, "Young Master Tang, it seems we still have a bet to settle. No time like the present—how about we spar today?"
Tang Mingli was surprised. "You're already at mid-level Transformation Strength?"
"What's the matter? No courage?" Yin Shengyao asked, half-smiling.
A flash of anger crossed Tang Mingli's eyes, and I quickly grabbed his arm, whispering, "Don't go. He's provoking you."
Tang Mingli patted my head indulgently. "It's okay, Jun Yao. I know what he's doing, but if I don't accept the challenge today, I'll carry that shame for the rest of my life."
Men often put their pride above everything else, but to me, these things seemed meaningless.
Tang Mingli took off his jacket. "Alright then, let’s have some real fun."
Yin Shengyao smiled. "Gladly."
The two of them moved at the same time, crashing together fiercely before exchanging blows. Their speed and the force behind their punches were impressive—quick as lightning, neither giving an inch.
The soldiers on the rescue boat all gathered around, enthusiastically watching their fight. Some even started betting on who would win, with the loser having to wash the winner's socks for a month.
Ultimately, Yin Shengyao was a level higher than Tang Mingli, with deeper Inner Strength. After exchanging just over a dozen moves, Tang Mingli began to falter.
Yin Shengyao raised his hand, striking Tang Mingli in the chest. A faint cracking sound came from his ribs as he flew backward.
Yin Shengyao sneered. "Looks like I win this time."
Tang Mingli clutched his chest, glaring at him with cold, unwilling eyes. "Let's wait and see who ends up victorious in the end."
Yin Shengyao scoffed and turned to leave, while a murderous glint flashed through Tang Mingli's eyes.
"Ming Li." I helped him up, worried. "Your ribs are broken. Sit down quickly."
Tang Mingli's face softened as he turned towards me, gently ruffling my hair. "This injury is nothing. You need to go home now. Remember what I said—no matter what anyone asks you, don’t admit anything."
I nodded. After that, I took the rescue boat back to China. As soon as I disembarked, several men in black coats blocked my path.
"Are you Madam Yuan?" The leader, wearing sunglasses, spoke coldly.
I frowned, and Xiao Lin quickly stepped forward, placing himself in front of me and pulling out his ID. "Who are you people?"
"We are from the Zou Family," the man in sunglasses said icily. "Our Family Head would like to meet Madam Yuan."
Xiao Lin scoffed. "The Zou Family? From Qin Island City? Please inform your Family Head that Madam Yuan is under the protection of our Special Department. Madam Yuan is not available at the moment."
With that, we started to leave, but the man in sunglasses blocked our path again. "Sorry, but I can't return without completing my task."
Xiao Lin's expression darkened. "Does the Zou Family intend to oppose the Special Department?"
Before he could finish speaking, two individuals appeared behind us, their faces cold as they faced off against the men.
These two were none other than Chen Dekai, the Lightning-type Ability User, and Ye Xianluo, the Fire-type Superhuman.
The man in sunglasses opened his mouth to say something, but Chen Dekai stepped forward, placing a firm hand on his shoulder. An electric current surged from his arm, and the man in sunglasses went numb, trembling uncontrollably before collapsing to the ground, convulsing.
Xiao Lin stepped forward and said, "Please inform the Zou Family Head that anyone who intends harm against Madam Yuan is opposing the Special Department. Don't forget, we belong to the military and serve the nation. You would do well to consider whether you can withstand the wrath of the state."
The Zou family was just a vanguard; behind them were countless others who wanted a piece of me. What Xiao Lin said wasn't just directed at the Zou family—it was a message to anyone else with similar ambitions.
The country is protecting me; who dares make a move against me?
After all, I've discovered such a treasure trove like Snow Island and handed it over to the state without any reservations. It’s only right that the country protects me in return.
After returning to Shan City, I first went to the hospital to see my younger brother, and then went home to rest. Xiao Lin escorted me the entire way, hesitating a bit as we arrived at my door.
"Xiao Lin, do you have something you want to say to me?" I asked.
Xiao Lin looked embarrassed. "Actually... uh, Madam Yuan, I've been stuck at the peak of Dark Strength for many years now, unable to break through to Transformation Strength. I was wondering if you could..."
I understood immediately.
Xiao Lin has helped me a lot; he’s a friend. It's only right for me to help him if I can.
"Come inside." I brought him into the house, then solemnly took out a jade bottle and handed it to him quietly. "Xiao Lin, this bottle of Xuanyuan Liquid is the last one I have. The ingredients are very rare and hard to find. I only managed to gather them due to sheer luck, so I need you to keep this a secret. If others come asking and I can't provide it, it’ll cause problems."
Xiao Lin is a smart person—he understood right away. He took the jade bottle, carefully tucking it away, and said, "Madam Yuan, rest assured. I will always remember the immense favor you’ve done for me."
He then bowed deeply to me.
Soon afterward, I heard from Ye Xianluo that Xiao Lin had announced his progress, saying his cultivation level was loosening. He requested a long leave to head into the mountains to break through.
I also refined some Elixir Pills and called for people from Xue Shao and Hu Qingyu’s group to come pick them up. Hu Qingyu sent his old family butler again, who collected the medicine and left, but the people from the Xue family were late in coming.
How strange. Given the time, if Xue Shao doesn’t take the pills soon, the cold energy will invade his body again.
Just then, I heard a knock at the door. I opened it to see a refined young man standing there, dressed in a well-fitted, light overcoat, with a warm smile on his face.
He was quite handsome—tall, with a well-proportioned build. He seemed like the type who looks slim in clothes but has a solid physique underneath.
"Xue Shao?" I asked softly.
Xue Shao was momentarily stunned. "You recognized me right away?"
I had only seen Xue Shao twice before this. Back then, he was tormented by the cold energy of the "Dark Yin Manual," practically skin and bones, looking like a mummy—utterly frightening and vastly different from his current self.
I smiled. "Don't forget, I'm a doctor. I treated your condition. I can easily see that you're cultivating the 'Dark Yin Manual' and can detect the cold energy gathered in your dantian. This cold energy has reached its limit. If you don’t take the Elixir Pill soon, it will freeze into your bones."
I handed the Elixir Pill to him. He took it and swallowed it in one gulp, then bowed slightly and said, "Madam Yuan, I came here specifically to thank you. Since receiving your treatment, my health has been steadily improving, and even my martial arts skills have returned. Two days ago, I successfully reached the first stage of the 'Dark Yin Manual,' and my cultivation level broke through to the early stage of Transformation Strength. I owe everything to your miraculous skills, Madam Yuan."
I smiled and nodded, accepting his gratitude.
"Madam Yuan, I have an impolite request, and I hope you’ll agree," he said.
"Xue Shao, if there's anything you need, just say it," I replied. I’m currently in the spotlight, and I could use friends and allies.
"I’d like to invite Madam Yuan to Jinling to do a ghost-hunting livestream," he said.
"Jinling?" I frowned slightly. I’m not familiar with the Special Department over there, and there’s the Lu family, who have a grudge against me. Wouldn't going there just stir up trouble?
Xue Haotian seemed to know what I was worried about and quickly reassured me. "Rest assured, Madam Yuan. Our Xue family still holds some sway in Jinling. No matter if it's the Lu family or some other small-time troublemakers, they wouldn't dare act recklessly under our watch."
I thought for a moment and said, "First, tell me exactly what kind of supernatural event you want me to livestream, and then I'll consider whether to go."
Xue Haotian explained, "When I was in college, I had a roommate named Chen Fei. We were very close. After graduation, he went to Europe to study further, and we lost touch. However, three months ago, my mother saw him in Jinling City. He seemed extremely nervous, like he was running away from something."
Xue Haotian's face darkened as he continued. "My mother had met Chen Fei several times back in the day and was quite fond of him. She got out of the car to ask if something was wrong and if he needed help. Chen Fei grabbed my mother’s hand and shouted 'There’s a ghost!' Then he seemed to see something terrifying and rushed into the men’s restroom of a nearby mall."
"My mother sent the bodyguards in to find him, but they discovered that he was already dead," Xue Haotian's eyes showed a flash of sadness. "He died horribly—limbs broken, head severed, and the entire restroom covered in his blood."
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