SSS-level catastrophe? That's my wife!

Outside the restricted area.

The roar of dozens of engines resounded simultaneously from different directions, deafeningly loud.

A long, black convoy of vans sped toward the capital city.

The convoy formed a black ribbon of light in the night, its headlights piercing the darkness with an imposing presence.

Inside the van at the front, Chen Yong sat in the driver's seat, flooring the accelerator, his voice booming through the engine: "Boss, should all the vehicles be destroyed?"

"unnecessary."

Zhao Shanhe leaned back in the back seat, tapping the armrest lightly with his fingertips, and added, "Ning Mo had already ordered the complete destruction of the surveillance system here before we arrived."

"After all, in the major cities today, the authority of the Zhen'e Court still reigns supreme in the central government."

As soon as he finished speaking, he seemed to remember something and changed his mind, saying, "Never mind, let's just destroy it."

"There's no need to take risks if a problem can be solved with money."

"Yes, boss," Chen Yong replied immediately, his eyes showing a hint of seriousness.

Lu Mingzai, in the passenger seat, said respectfully, "Boss, the kingdom's resources... aren't they terrifying? They've completely exceeded our expectations."

Zhao Shanhe nodded: "Indeed, I acted rashly this time. Fortunately, they were there."

Lu Mingzai looked curious and asked, "Boss, is that fire-type awakener also one of our people? I've never heard you mention him before."

"Yes, boss, we're really surprised to have such a powerful ally," Chen Yong chimed in, his tone tinged with excitement.

"Haha." Zhao Shanhe laughed meaningfully, keeping everyone in suspense: "You'll find out later, and it'll definitely surprise you."

Chen Yong and Lu Mingzai exchanged glances, a hint of thought flashing across their faces, but they didn't press the matter further.

Lu Mingzai then asked, "Boss, now that the kingdom has revealed its trump card, what should we do...?"

"No rush." ​​Zhao Shanhe paused, his eyes dimming slightly, and sighed, "The final showdown hasn't arrived yet."

"I understand, boss," Lu Mingzai replied immediately.

On another main road, a red SUV roared like a beast as it sped toward Jiangcheng, its engine noise particularly jarring on the empty night road.

Yu Lan drove the vehicle, her voice respectful: "Your Majesty, regarding your injuries..."

"It's just a scratch," Su Nianhe interrupted in a cool tone.

She had already removed her black robe, and there was a noticeable tear on the right shoulder of her black casual top, with bloodstains faintly visible beneath her fair skin.

"Your Majesty, you went to Jiangcheng...?"

Before she could finish speaking, Yu Lan glanced at the rearview mirror and fell silent when she met Su Nianhe's cold gaze.

She immediately changed the subject, asking, "Then, for this forbidden city, do we need to send people to the outer perimeter..."

"No need."

Su Nianhe interrupted again, her tone laced with sarcasm: "I suppose after they're exposed, the forces hiding here will definitely move again. What a cowardly King Qing."

As she finished speaking, she looked out the window at the rapidly receding night view, her gaze growing increasingly serious.

The image of the man who stood in the night and secretly attacked Lin Mu flashed through his mind, and he felt that his aura was somewhat familiar.

Thinking of this, she looked down at the sword wound on her shoulder, a faint smile appearing on her lips, and asked, "Yu Lan, how much longer until we reach Jiangcheng?"

"About two hours," Yu Lan replied immediately.

Su Nianhe closed her beautiful eyes: "Yes, under the premise of ensuring safety."

"Full speed!" Lin Mu said calmly, gazing at the night view outside the window.

Inside the smoke-filled car, Gu Cang paused, his hands on the steering wheel pausing. He asked in surprise, "Wait, what's the rush, bro?"

"I've practically floored the accelerator!"

Lin Mu said calmly, "Well, then let it explode completely."

Gu Cang's eyes deepened with doubt, then a hint of gossip flashed across them: "Brother, something's not right with you... Let me think..."

He deliberately dragged out his words, as if deep in thought, then slapped the steering wheel: "Your current feeling is exactly the same as when we went to Zhenbei City!"

At this point, his eyes suddenly widened, and he exclaimed, "Holy crap! Bro, is someone at home warming your bed and waiting for you?!"

Lin Mu's face darkened, and he said in a deep voice, "There are some personal matters that need to be dealt with urgently, and... don't be too confident in the future."

Gu Cang swallowed back the sarcasm that was on the tip of his tongue. He pursed his lips and sighed, "I'm really short-sighted... I thought I was strong enough to be arrogant, but those four people I met tonight..."

He couldn't help but steer the conversation back to the main point: "Bro, what personal matter is making you so rushed so late at night? Is it really not your girlfriend warming your bed?"

The moment the words left his mouth, a chill swept through the car. Gu Cang's lips twitched, and he quickly stubbed out his cigarette: "Alright, alright! You don't need to say it, brother understands!"

Lin Mu fell silent, staring intently at the rapidly receding night outside the window, pondering to himself: That feeling... shouldn't be an illusion.

At that moment, I did feel my movements slow down.

Could it be—but how is that possible?

Thinking about this, his brows furrowed deeper and deeper, his eyes filled with confusion.

……

Inside the walls deep within the restricted area.

After waking up, Qing Wang, carrying his body wrapped in bandages, slowly walked into a small courtyard in the corner of the wall.

He raised his hand and gently knocked on the door. A deep voice came from inside: "Come in."

Qing Wang took a deep breath, slowly pushed open the door, and walked even lighter, making almost no sound.

Only a few candles flickered faintly in the darkness of the room, and in the dim light, every shadow exuded a sinister aura.

As he entered the room, a man in a black cloak was walking steadily toward the central bench, the hem of his cloak sweeping across the floor and creating a faint breeze.

After the man sat down, the Azure King bowed and respectfully said, "Sword Master."

"Zhan Qing, you've completely lost your composure."

The man spoke in a deep voice, devoid of any extra emotion, yet carrying an invisible sense of oppression.

King Qing quickly lowered his head, his tone becoming even more respectful: "My lord, Zhan Qing truly has no ability to make the four kings under His Majesty obey the kingdom's orders."

"Especially that Blood Queen, she's absolutely insane."

A faint yet powerful aura suddenly enveloped the man, and the pressure in his voice intensified: "They are all people who have fought their way out of mountains of corpses and seas of blood. Being forceful will only backfire."

"As for your so-called threat, it's nothing but a joke in their eyes."

He paused, then added in a deep voice, "Also, you're too impatient."

"It's a mistake to rush to summon the four kings when only one remnant with some strength has emerged. You're prematurely revealing part of the kingdom's trump card."