Deep in the Living

Chapter 720 Support
"What? Master Jiang has arrived?"

When Roddy heard this information, he was completely puzzled.

He was very clear about Master Jiang's health condition; he was nearing the end of his life and would probably only have one or two more opportunities to go out.

Moreover, this undercover operation to the Human Body Museum was personally authorized by Master Jiang, who also arranged for Uncle Neck to participate in it.

The objective of the operation is simple: to investigate the situation at the expo. At present, the Jiang family has not yet decided to launch a full-scale attack.

Moreover, according to Professor Knoll, he would not kill Uncle Neck and Lady Linglong, and Roddy had also seen their situation on television, so there was no danger to their lives.

From any perspective, Master Jiang should not be here.

why?
"Are you wondering, Roddy? Wondering why that old zombie would risk his soul and body to come here personally? When you can't figure things out, you need to open your mind and think about what else is involved behind this."

Professor Knoll had already torn open his skull, revealing a brain riddled with metal nails and wires, where electric currents could be seen flowing at high speeds.

hum!
Suddenly, all the currents converged in the pituitary region, and Mr. Knoll seemed to have figured things out, pointing to Roddy behind him.

"You! You are the answer... That old zombie doesn't have much time left and has been searching for a physical body."

It seems that you stepped in to help the Jiang family at a crucial moment, and he is being polite to you on the surface.

This 'politeness' stems more from the fact that you are from Whirlpool Town, and your arm can make contact with someone like Gustav, so he can't kill you immediately.

but,

If we can arrange for you to go to the "Human Body Expo" and face a high-level threat like me, we can test the attitude of Whirlpool Town in advance.

If there's no intention to provide support, he'll pretend to come and offer assistance, then unexpectedly take your life.

Furthermore, I can boldly guess that after the old zombie parted ways with you, it immediately met with Rose.

His only condition is to pull you into his scheme at all costs! He will obtain your body at any price, so that he can truly prolong his life.

I examined your body during the massage; you acquired almost perfect zombie features during the few days you stayed at the Jiang residence.

In China, there seems to be a professional term called "Yin and Yang." Your physical body has reached an excellent state of balance, making you a perfect vessel!
If I were that old zombie, I would absolutely do anything to get you.

Our agreement still stands, but it needs to be put on hold for now... You should leave quickly and go back to Whirlpool Town. I'll handle things here myself.

I have a contract with Mr. Rose, which prevents him from intervening in the East Zone of the Expo. Therefore, all I need to deal with is that old zombie.

I just need to clearly tell him that you've run away, and he'll most likely leave immediately.

Roddy, however, held a completely different opinion: "High probability? Professor Noel, your physique is not necessarily worse than mine."

If you consider flesh and metal as yin and yang, then you've achieved a certain balance, haven't you? Since Mr. Rose is so clever, he must have considered all the possibilities.

The Jiang family's savings have been almost completely depleted, and it's impossible for Master Jiang to return empty-handed from this trip.

Even if you, Professor, could use the area to deal with Master Jiang, you certainly wouldn't fare much better; you'd most likely be seriously injured… At that point, not only would Mr. Rose easily seize this area, but you would also die.”

Professor Noel understood that Roddy's words made a lot of sense, but he also seemed to have caught the hidden meaning in them.

"You want me to go with you to Whirlpool Town now? Impossible... You have no idea how much effort I've put into this place. I built the eastern section of this museum myself, and all the exhibits are my masterpieces."

All my research is based in a laboratory built deep inside.

You'd better leave now! As the manager of the East District, I naturally have my own methods.

"No...that's not what I meant, and I never intended for the professor to leave this place. What I meant was..."

Roddy leaned closer and whispered in the other's ear.

This plan stunned Noel, who shouted, "Do you want to die?! Even if that old zombie's physical body is destroyed, it is still the fourth-ranked plant, the leader of a large organization, and the dungeon guardian recognized by the corner."

I bet even Mr. Rose wouldn't dare to confront him head-on.

Your plant has only recently matured, and its ranking is just barely above the top 100. There are significant differences in ranking, tier, experience, and overall strength.

This difference will kill you quickly, it will crush you like an ant.

Unless, of course, Gustav is willing to come and help.

Roddy responded calmly, "He might help, but at most he'll only be an outsider. Vortex Town has already stated that this is my private matter, and as a neutral organization, they will never interfere."

However, I really want to give it a try.

After all, we have a certain information advantage. Neither Mr. Rose nor Mr. Jiang could have imagined that my journey to the depths of the exhibition hall would lead to such a rapid befriending of you.

Making good use of this point might lead to a surprising victory.

Moreover, I have experience fighting opponents of higher levels. There are many teachers in Whirlpool Town, as well as a chef, with whom I have trained.

Not to mention, Professor Gustav's tongue is right in his hand.

Seeing the young man's persistence, Professor Knoll's expression gradually darkened, and he gently placed his disheveled hand on Roddy's shoulder.
"Okay, but I have one condition... All my actions and plans are based on scientific research."

I will never give up this expo.
Since you're going to participate, you must gamble with your life. If I determine that you're simply a liability and have no chance of survival, I will subject you to "human transmutation" on the spot.

"That's how it should be, Professor, let's go."

The murderous intent that Roddy had previously suppressed due to the massage is now beginning to seep out again, and a personal desire for power is starting to grow wildly within him.

"come on, come on, come on!"

He heard the voice of Mount Sumeru again, and turned his head sharply, but there was nothing behind him.

……

Human Body Expo, East Zone, Atrium.

Boom! The wall was shattered by a size 45 foot.

With his back riddled with nails, blood streaming down his face, and his body contorted in agony, Roddy staggered away.

He appears to have undergone some degree of human transmutation.

His metal left arm was deprived of its use, any metal-related abilities were blocked, and the metal structures inserted into his back were affecting his internal circulation.

However, such an escape was clearly ineffective.

The courtyard had long been completely sealed off, and the original steel pipe was still stuck in the doorway. Blood and flesh covered the entire doorway, making escape impossible.

Professor Knoll sat leisurely on the viewing platform.

A large number of undead pursued them here, preparing for a final annihilation of Luo Di.

"Being able to escape from the operating table and make your way back here is enough to prove your skill. Once these zombies have exhausted your energy, I will then perform human transmutation on you."

You will definitely become an outstanding exhibit.

Professor Noel lit a cigar, and a maid gave him a massage from behind as he waited quietly.

Just as all the living corpses were heading towards and attacking Roddy,
boom!
The sealed gate was ripped open by a tremendous force, and yin energy surged in! Two black fang marks appeared on the necks of all the zombies, and they fell to the ground dead.

"Master Jiang has arrived!"

A shout rang out.

Four zombies carrying black coffins leaped into the courtyard.

Lady Linglong, whose face was blank and expressionless, also followed beside her.

boom!
The black coffin lid was instantly blasted open by a surge of yin energy and slammed precisely into Professor Noel on the viewing platform.

The latter raised his hand and caught it steadily, and with the metallic force between his palms, he crushed the coffin lid completely.

At the same time,

An old man with skin covered in dragon scales crawled out from between the coffins.

With his head covered in blood and his severed arm hanging in front of him, Luo Di looked up and his eyes widened... a hint of murderous intent flashed in his pupils.

"Uncle Neck!"

Although he didn't know Uncle Neck well, he knew from their previous cooperation that Uncle Neck wasn't a bad person and had plans to go to Whirlpool Town. Now, however, Uncle Neck had been killed and taken over by the master he had loyally served.

This was somewhat unexpected by Roddy.

He originally thought that the container that Master Jiang was using for this trip was just a corpse, but he didn't expect that he would directly use the loyal Uncle Neck!

It's clear he's completely gone mad; this trip is essential to achieving his goal of possessing another body.

Moreover, Roddy also glanced at Lady Linglong, who seemed to be under control and unable to receive any mental feedback.

Whoosh!
Just as Roddy was distracted,

The four strong, middle-aged zombies responsible for carrying the coffin had already fallen to the ground, turning into mummies!
There was still some bodily fluid remaining at the tip of Master Jiang's fangs, and his body recovered to an excellent state in a short time.

A head of black hair sprouted from the top of her head and cascaded down her shoulders.

Rumble!
Thunderclouds rolled overhead at the Human Body Expo.

Master Jiang raised his arm, aimed at Luo Di, and waved it back and forth:

"I've come to rescue you myself, come here~ Roddy... you'll be safe soon."

There was no room for Roddy to move; an inexplicable suction force slowly pulled him over, leaving marks on the ground where his shoes rubbed together.

At the same time, the perspective shifts to an unknown room.

Mr. Rose, whose face was half gold and half human, was changing his clothes here, glancing at what was happening in the courtyard with a smile.

(End of this chapter)