Starting Cultivation in Wasteland-Chapter 649 - 519: No Indulgence

Qu Jianlei pondered for a moment and understood what Aunt Liu meant.

He was a little surprised by the other party's audacity, but humans die for wealth like birds for food—does this mean I'm baiting hatred?

Immediately after, he considered a new situation, "So, Bida has confirmed the opponent?"

Aunt Liu hesitated a bit before responding, "Initially, they were a bit confused, but... something happened to Fahim too."

Aaron and Magillen's deaths were retaliation from Panda, which Bida didn't find surprising.

However, the fact that the Supreme of the Cyan Blade Commerce Association also fell on Star No. 4, fully indicates that the force behind Panda is extraordinarily powerful.

Moreover, Bida lost three A-levels, one Supreme was injured, so now it's clear who their opponent is.

Qu Jianlei pondered and asked, "How is your organization? Did you suffer significant losses?"

"Not bad," Aunt Liu replied nonchalantly, "Caught them off guard, we have the advantage."

She paused for a moment and added, "The honor of our organization cannot be sullied!"

This did come at some cost! Qu Jianlei understood, "Then is Xiang Xue and you also in danger?"

"The two of us are fine," Aunt Liu responded decisively, "They should think it's your people who did it."

As long as you're both safe, Qu Jianlei was relieved to hear.

But the next moment, he was a bit speechless, "Then why are you talking about the honor of the organization?"

Aunt Liu firmly answered, "Eventually, the truth will come out; if we show weakness, we'll end up being laughed at anyway."

This answer, I'm really impressed! Qu Jianlei grinned, half amused, half exasperated.

"Anyway, as long as you're safe, it's good. Isn't Bida considering teaming up with Cyan Blade to deal with me?"

It's a very important question, though he had inexplicably become stronger, don't they understand the concept of joining forces?

"Fahim's life or death is unknown now!" Aunt Liu responded solemnly, "With power, of course, comes deterrence."

"As I said earlier, when Bida dealt with you, it wasn't with higher-ups' consent!"

"After Fahim was critically injured, Bida believes Cyan Blade hid important information; it's already good that they aren't at each other's throats."

Heh, Qu Jianlei chuckled silently, after all, everything comes down to interests.

Bida thinks it's not worth it and naturally seeks mediation, not turning against Cyan Blade is still because of interests.

But the question he cares most about now is, "Fahim's life or death unknown... what does that mean?"

"It's your poison," Aunt Liu answered calmly, "If the news is accurate, he should be in a life support pod now."

Life support pod... Qu Jianlei pondered and asked, "Is it to lower the metabolic rate?"

"Probably," Aunt Liu replied seriously, "I don't really understand the treatment, but that's what everyone says."

Qu Jianlei had a question that he originally didn't want to ask; he was worried about exposing his weaknesses.

But eventually, he couldn't resist his conscience, "Were many people poisoned that night?"

"Quite a few," Aunt Liu replied decisively, and was not surprised by this question.

In fact, she already understood the kind of person Panda was.

Fleeing in exile yet still caring about her and Xiang Xue's safety, this kind of empathetic person she had seen a few times.

In the world of Superpower Warriors, such people aren't rare, but they rarely care about ordinary people, and usually... don't live to old age.

However, this doesn't affect Aunt Liu's appreciation of this character; she had also inquired about more news.

"For ordinary people, this poison isn't too strong; with about a month of continuous treatment with Activator, the problem shouldn't be too serious."

"In the following half year, with intermittent treatment, full recovery can basically be guaranteed."

Actually, this poison is a bit troublesome, lasting too long, but having a treatment plan is already not bad, isn't it?

Upon hearing this, Qu Jianlei slightly relaxed, as there hadn't been irreparable consequences, it's quite good.

"So, Fahim entered the life support pod because of Pleiocentricity?"

Aunt Liu answered decisively, "At that time, the two Supremes present both thought so."

Qu Jianlei spoke again, "Where is Fahim now?"

Aunt Liu straightforwardly replied, "Hospital, which exact one I am not sure, but probably the Military Region Hospital."

"Military Region Hospital?" Qu Jianlei was astonished upon hearing this, "How did Cyan Blade end up allying with the military?"

But the next moment, he quickly understood, "I see, did something happen with Kushnier?"

Aunt Liu replied, "Probably, Cyan Blade's relationship with the military has always been poor; if they can cooperate, there must be an important reason."

This makes things a bit more complicated... Qu Jianlei pondered.

While he was silent, Xiang Xue spoke up, "You still plan not to let Fahim off?"

"Of course," Qu Jianlei replied without hesitation, "Won't tolerate their faults."

In the whole thing, he was a passive victim, why should he let off the perpetrators?

Originally, he was worried about Bida and Cyan Blade teaming up, but now knowing it's impossible, all his concerns are gone.

Xiang Xue was silent for a while and then spoke, "Then be careful, you don't have to worry about us here... if necessary, hide out for a while."

Hide for a while? Qu Jianlei dismissively curled his lips, thinking that if that guy woke up, it would be big trouble.

In the past, he had harbored a bit of luck, thinking that Fahim might not be saved.

But knowing that the Imperial had a medical scheme to heal ordinary people, a clean-up was listed as a high priority for him.

After contacting Xiang Xue, he also reached out to Gradi, hoping to get some news from Hertman.

The Guard Captain happened to be home and, knowing that Panda had reached out voluntarily, immediately asked, "Where are you now?"

Qu Jianlei's trust in him was somewhat dubious.

In his understanding, he often thought "people involved in politics are all dirty."

He vaguely replied, "I'm not in Fenglai, don't ask about the specifics."

Hertman was also wise enough to guess what he was thinking?

So he didn't ask anymore but instead voluntarily informed him of new news: the Customs Enforcement Division was applying for a manhunt for him throughout the Star Realm.

In the Guard Captain's words, the boss had already helped suppress the situation, but the Customs Enforcement Division of Star No. 4 didn't agree.

They couldn't persuade Star No. 4, but the department in charge could apply to issue a manhunt from the Customs Enforcement branch of the Hope Star Realm.

As a relatively independent department, the Customs Enforcement Division had the authority to issue manhunts, and most smugglers were on their list.

Their manhunt didn't have the influence of the government but was very useful within the system and could attract bounty hunters.

The Customs Enforcement Division people from Star No. 4 were frantically active in the branch of the Star Realm. It's said that they've already convinced them and are going through the process.

Why did Hertman know about this? Because Panda had the identity of Hoyel Mansion's Consultant.

After all, within the Customs Enforcement Division, it wasn't monolithic. It's not surprising that someone would want to do favors.

Qu Jianlei listened to the news but didn't take it too seriously, just lightly said "Oh."

In the entire Hope Star Realm, the Customs Enforcement Division only had a Supreme, what's there to fear?

What he cared more about was, "Guard Captain, do you know where Fahim is being treated?"

Hertman was shocked upon hearing the question, "Are you planning to finish it once and for all?"

For Imperial people, stabbing a fallen foe is quite common, and government people are even better at it.

But he didn't know Qu Jianlei had apprehensions about Fahim; he was somewhat sentimental.

This organization's methods are really ruthless; injuring a Supreme isn't considered enough; they have to kill to make a statement.

Qu Jianlei maintained his reasoning, "Some people shouldn't be indulged; they'll get cocky."

The Guard Captain reluctantly said, "I'm not really sure about that. I'd have to help you inquire. It might take some time..."

"You also know, the boss is somewhat on the opposite side of Cyan Blade this time, making it difficult to gather information."

Qu Jianlei hesitated for a moment and said, "I heard the Military Region Hospital is more likely, maybe you can think of a way."

"Trap!" Hertman replied without hesitation, "Don't believe that."

"What?" Qu Jianlei was astonished, "The Earth Scholar's news given to me is fake?"

The Guard Captain straightforwardly explained, "Fahim might recover in another hospital, but going to the Military Region Hospital is actually more dangerous."

The suspicion between Cyan Blade Commerce Association and the military... Qu Jianlei was indeed a bit surprised.

"I thought the two came from Star No. 3, and the relationship with the military should be okay."

"The way the military does things, hehe," the Guard Captain let out a laugh filled with obscure meanings.

Qu Jianlei thought for a while and asked, "So, the Fourth War Zone wants to use this guise to catch me?"

When the Guard Captain heard it, he understood that Panda was a bit doubtful about the accuracy of his information.

"Recently, that person has been getting close to the military and is familiar with Cyan Blade. The boss contacted the military more, and that's all I can say."

Qu Jianlei understood, Hoyel had apprehensions about Ke Zhenshan, at least maintaining considerable attention.

So, the message given by the Guard Captain should be true.

Hoyel had solid relationships with the military, and he himself is his Special Consultant, so doing favors isn't surprising.

Qu Jianlei believed the Earth Scholar didn't intentionally deceive him; their news gathering ability isn't bad, but ultimately, they're just a civilian organization.

Someone like Hoyel at the planet level was more convenient to reach the military and naturally could obtain more secretive information.

Such information isn't much related to ability, but mostly the camp one is in.

Thinking of this, Qu Jianlei couldn't help but feel a bit grateful, glad that he had more than one channel to obtain information.

The Guard Captain represents the government, the Earth Scholar represents civilians, adding the abilities of Xiaohu to search and spy... 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Unknowingly, I actually have a relatively complete information network! Qu Jianlei felt a bit of pride.

However, cannot be complacent! He quietly reminded himself.

"By the way, are the Wood Attribute Awakened very concerned about me now?"

"That's temporary, civilian opinions can't stir up much," the Guard Captain answered indifferently.

"But the people from the Ministry of Agriculture are looking for you too; they're quite interested in that poison."

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