Chapter 350: Warning
The elevator led to the main hall. More than a hundred people, packed full in a fan shape, stared at Gao Yang like they were welcoming an important guest.
In truth, Seven Shadow returning to base safely after losing contact for three days meant a lot to the awakeners.
If even Elder Seven Shadow of the Qilin Guild, ranked 15th on the power ranking list, ended up killed outside, he must have run into a formidable enemy, which would be a sign of major crisis.
Now that they were going to face the last night of the Crimson Tide, some awakeners were getting optimistic. Perhaps Surnamed Li’s prophecy had gone wrong. Or perhaps they had already changed the future.
One more night, and the Crimson Tide would be over. They were staring at hope right before their eyes.
“Captain Seven Shadow!”
Can pushed past the crowd and rushed toward him, followed by Gray Bear, Lithe Snake, Ronnie, and Nine Frost.
“Wait!”
A voice stopped the fifth team.
The crowd parted to make way for Vermilion Bird, who walked up to Gao Yang.
“I have to examine your body to ensure that you’re not a half-human, Seven Shadow.” Vermilion Bird eyed him warily. “You don’t mind, do you?”
“Go ahead.”
Vermilion Bird took a step forward, while White Tiger came up to her from behind, prepared to protect her when necessary.
She reached out to take Gao Yang’s hand.
Soon, a strange energy burrowed into his palm before spreading throughout his body.
Five seconds later, the energy left Gao Yang. Vermilion Bird pulled back, her expression darkening.
“You were critically injured three days ago and almost died.”
“Yes.”
“What happened?”
“I almost got eaten by a Spectre, but I lived and escaped,” Gao Yang said frankly.
The crowd erupted into chatters.
Vermilion Bird had never met a case like his, so she couldn’t confirm if he was telling the truth.
She took a step back. “Given your situation, I cannot confirm if you’re the Seven Shadow we knew.” Vermilion Bird’s eyes darkened. “I’m sorry. I may have to keep you locked up.”
“I understand.” Gao Yang nodded. “But is there no other way to confirm my identity?”
They kept their phones on and remained active on social media platforms. So far, they hadn’t attracted any attention, and neither had they gotten any calls.
Eleven o’clock in the evening, Gao Yang and his team had coffee in the dining area.
Wearing a sensuous low-cut black dress and a pair of high-heels, Liu Qingying came up with a cup of tea.
“Elder Seven Shadow.” Her voice was tender like a lover’s caress, and she enthralled everyone with a simple greeting; those around couldn’t help but be captivated.
Even Can held her breath involuntarily, her eyes glued to Liu Qingying’s seductive presence.
“Ahem!” Gray Bear fake-coughed dramatically and shot Gao Yang a smirk before rising to his feet with his coffee. “Let’s go, fellows.”
They followed suit in understanding, smiling strangely.
Gao Yang suppressed an eyeroll. Gray Bear, why are you obstinate when you should be sensitive, and considerate when it’s not warranted? Are you looking to create a weird scandal about me?
After his teammates had left, Liu Qingying sat down across from Gao Yang and smiled at him. “It’s been a while.”
Gao Yang returned the smile and took a sip of his coffee. “Speaking of which, I don’t think I saw you around the first two days of the Crimson Tide.”
“I came here on the fourth day,” she admitted easily. “Haha, according to past experience, the first few days wouldn’t be that dangerous.”
Gao Yang’s heart sank. She was insinuating something.
“Let’s hope the last night passes uneventfully,” said Liu Qingying.
Gao Yang nodded. “Yeah.”
“Still,” Liu Qingying continued with a smile, “I don’t think it’s likely. I’ve been feeling ill at ease since I woke up today. I have a feeling that something will happen...”
Gao Yang looked up and lowered his voice. “Please be frank with me given the circumstances, Miss Liu.”
“Elder Seven Shadow is quick.” Liu Qingying chuckled and leaned in, revealing even more fair skin under the low-cut dress. She whispered in a voice that only Gao Yang could hear, “Watch out for a certain someone tonight.”
“Who?” Gao Yang frowned.
Liu Qingying looked around to make sure that no one was around. Then she glanced at Gao Yang’s right hand.
Gao Yang extended a hand without missing a beat, allowing Liu Qingying to write a word on his palm.
He pulled back with a grave look on his face. “Is the intel reliable?”
Liu Qingying stopped smiling. “I’m not sure, but according to what I know, the person has been hiding something and has shown a discrepancy between their words and actions. You can never be too careful.”
“I understand.”
“Then I’ll take my leave.”
Liu Qingying sauntered away with her tea.