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Chapter 63 A Mission That Risked Lives

Lava Mountain's anger and fear were not entirely without reason.

As one of only two people present who had direct contact with the Heavenly Dao, the Dark Star Envoy was the only one of them.

Rongshan knew very well just how terrifying Tiandao's strength was.

At the same time, he was well aware of just how difficult it was to hold off the Heavenly Dao for even a minute.

Unless he can break through immediately and reach the level of a second-level Star Envoy.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have had the confidence to withstand three rounds of attacks from Heaven.

Thinking of this, Rongshan immediately shook his head frantically, his voice trembling as he said, "No, no, that monster, Tiandao Siming, is definitely not someone I can easily get close to."

"Berdane, it's not that I don't want to help you, it's just that that guy isn't even human!"

"Let alone holding him off for a minute, we might not even be able to do it for thirty seconds."

In response to this claim about lava mountains.

The AI-type Star Envoy, Iron Coffin Claude, nodded in approval.

Because don't listen to what Bernd'an just said about how they have analyzed the true nature of the Heavenly Way in detail.

But he knew very well that the so-called analysis was only based on the limited number of times Tiandao made a move in the video and their own personal experience at the time, which deduced the possible strength of Tiandao.

It cannot fully represent the true power of the Heavenly Dao.

Therefore, the composed Claude immediately asked a very crucial question.

“Berdane, if what you say is true, the four of us joining forces to hold back the Heavenly Dao, then who are you going to send to capture that girl Isabel?”

"You should know that besides the Heavenly Dao secretly protecting that girl, there are also three genius star envoys of unknown origin."

"Although the combined strength of those three people may not be as terrifying as Tiandao alone, they are still not beings that ordinary people can contend with."

"Not to mention that Dorian would absolutely not have left such an obvious flaw as the training camp unattended."

"At that time, who will you send to deal with the Second-Level Star Envoy, Coral Knight Wolf, who may appear at any moment?"

Faced with this question, Berndyan calmly tapped the table with his fingers before giving his answer.

"Don't worry, Claude, Wolf won't show up."

"At the same time, you don't need to worry about who will capture Isabel; I've already arranged everything in advance."

"Therefore, as long as you can hold off the Heavenly Dao for even a minute, there is no possibility of failure for this plan."

Upon hearing this answer, Claude was taken aback at first, then his expression suddenly changed, as if he understood something.

"You want those guys to do it?"

"But would those guys be willing? You know, their rules are very strict. If they're found to be taking on jobs privately and interfering in the affairs of local powers, the higher-ups won't let them off easily."

Berndian did not answer Claude's question immediately, but instead got up and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window behind him.

The deep blue metropolis at night was ablaze with neon lights, which shone through the floor-to-ceiling windows onto Bernd's face, which was partially hidden in shadow.

After a moment, Berndane replied quietly, "Claude, the rules in this world are never absolute."

"As long as the benefits of violating the rules are large enough, even the strictest rules will inevitably lead to someone taking the risk of breaking them."

"The deep blue water is very deep, and the waves are very big, but the more the weather is like this, the more the fishermen want to go out to sea."

"Because only in such stormy weather can they have the opportunity to catch the most expensive sea fish."

Upon hearing these words, not only Claude, but everyone else had already guessed who Claude was referring to as the one who went to capture Isabel in their place.

Without a doubt, it must be one or more Star Envoys from the Star Envoy Association, specifically from the Deep Blue Metropolis branch.

Because only the Star Envoys of the Association are bound by various rules and regulations and cannot act on their own.

Only they have the ability to deal with multiple genius-level Star Envoys.

The reason they hadn't considered this aspect before was...

This is because the Association's Star Envoys are not the unrestrained Dark Star Envoys.

They really do have someone in charge of them.

The president, hailed as the strongest star envoy of the era, detests his subordinates getting involved in such dirty power struggles.

Especially when the other party is fully aware of everything.

Therefore, seeking out the Association's Star Envoy may not be a wise decision.

Because all Dorian has to do is expose this.

No matter how much power the bigwigs behind Bernd'an have.

Those association star envoys who rashly intervene in this matter will certainly be severely punished.

Because in this day and age, a president with overwhelming power is the very embodiment of authority.

If it weren't for his belief that ordinary people should be managed by ordinary people.

The Star Envoys should be placed under the management of the Star Envoys.

The president of that new federation might have been replaced long ago.

However, even knowing that this involves huge risks, having more powerful external support is not necessarily a bad thing.

Thinking of this, Rongshan couldn't help but say, "If word gets out that we're going to have some association star envoys and a few dark star envoys ganging up on a bunch of kids who haven't even grown up yet, we'll become a laughingstock in the entire star envoy world." "But what I find even more unacceptable is that I actually think there's absolutely no problem with this arrangement."

"Because if we don't join forces, the few of us really can't fight against those little monsters on our own."

"Sigh, I really don't know where this guy Tiandao came from. Such terrifying talent and strength, I've never even heard of him before."

“Berdane, after this mission, you must increase the reward you promised me.”

"After all, the pressure and danger I'm facing now are far, far greater than what you initially mentioned."

Bernd'an nodded: "Don't worry, Lava Mountain, as long as the matter is accomplished, I will definitely not let you suffer any losses."

"Alright, that's enough. But I have to go now, since our mission this time is just to hold off that monster, Tiandao."

"But to do that, we all have to be prepared to risk it all and never come back."

After saying that, Rongshan pushed open the office door and left with a solemn expression.

Meanwhile, Claude, sitting in a wheelchair and pale-faced, coughed a few times before announcing that he would go back to study the video about the Heavenly Dao and try to further improve his newly completed android.

As Lava Mountain said.

Even though this mission required the four of them to work together.

Even if this mission only requires them to hold off the Heavenly Dao for one minute.

But this seemingly outrageous thing actually carries enormous risks.

Not only was Lava Mountain lacking confidence, but Cloud also lacked much confidence and could only try his best.

As Claude and Lava Mountain left one after the other, Lina casually plucked the bone harp in her hand, making it emit a mournful tremolo.

"I'm leaving, Bernd'an. I hope we can meet again in a few days."

"And when the time comes, I hope you'll let me play you a lullaby."

"Yes, go ahead, Lina."

As he watched Lina's retreating figure, a complex expression appeared on Bernd's face.

It was clear that she was resolute in her words.

It was obvious that Lina believed this time, she was unlikely to return.

After Lina left, Dark Star Envoy Viser, the only one left in the room, finally spoke.

"Berdane, are you really willing to pay such a high price for just a few shares?"

"You know, if you didn't do this, you would still be a famous rich man in Deep Blue Metropolis, with more wealth than you could ever spend."

Bernd'an turned his head, looked directly into Viser's eyes, and replied, "Viser, I cannot stand by and watch Dorian lead the Group into the abyss."

"Because this group belongs not only to him, but also to other people."

"He wanted to use that person as a springboard to allow Tianhai Group to completely step out of the deep blue and face a wider world."

"But in my opinion, he's just leading everyone to their deaths."

"Because the world outside is much colder than the deep blue seawater all around."

"Therefore, no matter the cost, I must do everything in my power to stop him."

"After all, the small boat Tianhai is destined not to withstand the storms outside."

Viser paused for a moment, then put away the scalpel that had been flying between his fingers and stood up.

"I see, a showdown where everything is at stake? Interesting."

“Berdane, since you have such crazy courage, I can’t fall too far behind you.”

"Heavenly decree, let me see who will ultimately emerge victorious on this operating table where so many lives are at stake, hahaha!"

After saying this, the erratic-behaving Wiesel left the office amidst a burst of laughter.

After the last Dark Star Envoy left, Berndane returned to his desk alone and activated the holographic projection device.

Before long, a full-body projection of a mysterious masked man appeared in front of Bernd'an.

"Have all the chess pieces been arranged?"

"Yes, my lord."

Berndian lowered his head and said in a low voice, "Including... necessary sacrifices."

Hearing this, the projection chuckled: "Very good, Bernd'an, I told you long ago that the Dark Star Envoys are just a bunch of rats in the gutter. You can use these rats to check if the city's sewers are clear, but you must not have too much contact with them."

"Because rats are destined to stay underground, while you are destined to return to the surface."

“So listen to me, Bernd’an, whether this succeeds or not, none of those four rats can be left alive.”

After saying this, the important figure on the other side of the holographic projection decisively cut off the communication.

When the holographic projection disappeared, after a moment of silence, Berndane grabbed the ashtray in front of him and smashed it hard against the liquor cabinet next to the office.

Snapped!
Looking at the shattered glass scattered on the floor, and the red wine flowing out of the wine cabinet like fresh blood.

Bernd'an said in a low voice, "In your eyes, what difference is there between me and those four rats?"

P.S.: I've tried my best, and I've only managed to write these three chapters so far. I'll upload the rest later, probably around 6 or 7 pm.

(End of this chapter)