After considering it for a moment, Luo Panxi nodded: "Of course, Ling Yun, what I say always stands. Now that you have broken the hexagonal array, you are free to enter and leave the headquarters of superpowers at any time. I guarantee with my integrity that no one will make things difficult for you and Gu Xiaorou again."
Ling Yun gave a weak smile, then his vision went black, and he almost collapsed to the ground due to his weakness. Everyone gasped in surprise, and several instructors rushed out to help him. From the fourth floor to the outer perimeter, this resolute and courageous young man fought his way to the very end, leaving a very deep impression on all the powerful figures. Even the instructors who had never met Ling Yun before couldn't help but admire and feel good about the young man's fighting spirit.
Chapter 203 Xiao Rou Appears
But the boy stubbornly waved his hand, indicating that he didn't need it.
He struggled to lift his body, heavy with vanity, and made his way towards the passageway outside the headquarters of the superpowered abilities department. In the less than a week he had spent there, Ling Yun had endured countless events and dangers, barely managing to pull through. Now, with a barely acceptable result, he could finally relax, but he was utterly exhausted and overwhelmed. He was also filled with disappointment and disgust towards the superpowered abilities department he had once deeply admired. Although most of the instructors meant well, Ling Yun neither wanted to nor was willing to stay there for even a second, let alone receive any help or assistance.
Although every interest group has its own standards and principles of conduct, in this sense, the Superpower Headquarters did nothing wrong. Life-or-death struggles also exist in the world of ordinary people. Regardless of the means used, as long as the final result is achieved, it is considered good; so-called success is not condemned. Often, the final victory masks the various dirty and despicable methods used in the process. The public won't remember these things, and others won't remember them either. Those who knew the truth have long been swallowed up by the river of history.
Ling Yun did understand the actions of the Superpower Headquarters. He had read many books and knew that this situation was simply an inevitable development in history. How could they not harm the interests of others when considering their own interests? Moreover, it was a dialogue between the strong and the weak, which was completely unfair. The Superpower Headquarters' decision was already quite mild, although it had a certain coercive element.
Humans are emotional beings. Objectively speaking, one might not feel anything special about a group using any means to reap the rewards of its interests, and might even feel a sense of satisfaction from the process, wishing one could be a part of that group. However, when one finds oneself in a vulnerable position, when faced with extremely unfair competition or even harm, resentment inevitably arises.
Ling Yun is human too. Although he can understand the actions of the Superpower Headquarters' Compass West, he cannot accept them. Moreover, his introverted and stubborn personality often makes him more assertive in the face of insults and attacks; he is the kind of person who responds better to gentleness than force. Such a person might be at a great disadvantage in society as an ordinary person, but once he possesses formidable power, no one will dare to underestimate him.
Whether fortunate or unfortunate, Ling Yun was the one who gained power, but there were many others like him who lacked it, forced to live silently at the bottom of society, enduring various forms of social injustice without any power to change them. From ancient times to the present, the world has always been like this; once the veil of warmth is peeled away, what is revealed is its naked and ugly true face.
Seeing that frail yet resolute figure, walking slowly but never stopping, everyone fell silent. An invisible emotion seemed to stir within each of them, even filling them with a bitter taste. Even the proudest instructor had to lower his head.
Regardless, the Superpower Headquarters has failed this time, and failed miserably, disgracefully, and absolutely. To combine the entire strength of the headquarters and fail to capture an eighteen-year-old boy, only to let him swagger away, is simply unbelievable. Yet, the facts are undeniable. Of course, if Luo Panxi and the others had intervened, or if all the instructors and superpowered individuals had swarmed in, even if Ling Yun were incredibly powerful, he wouldn't have been able to escape. But doing so would have been far too despicable. Forcibly detaining a young superpowered individual who is still a child is already the bare minimum tolerable, let alone a group attack. What about the excellent traditions of the Superpower Headquarters over the years? Where would the instructors and deputy chief instructors' reputations be? That's something absolutely unacceptable.
Although this matter would greatly damage the reputation of the Superpower Headquarters if it got out, at least the final promise must be kept; otherwise, the Chinese Superpower Headquarters would be no different from a third-rate private superpower organization. Even if Luo Panxi really wanted to obtain the Heavenly Eye, he had to consider his status as the leader of superpowered individuals in a great nation and the influence of the Superpower Headquarters in the world.
Unbeknownst to him, Ling Yun had won unprecedented honor and the favor of most people with his own strength. After all, a small group of people in the Superpower Headquarters could not represent the entire Superpower Headquarters, even though Ling Yun was now utterly disappointed with this.
Li Zhongqi silently watched Ling Yun's back and was once again deeply shocked. According to his calculations, the fact that Ling Yun was still alive after breaking the formation was already a huge miracle. Now, this miracle was not only verified but also sublimated. Ling Yun was not only alive but could also continue to walk. Although he was weak and powerless, he was at least like a normal person!
Li Zhongqi was unaware of the hidden story, though he was also very curious. However, the emotional shift evoked by Ling Yun's departing figure made him no longer want to know the details. He could only offer his boundless blessings to this young man who could have become the biggest and brightest rising star in the Superpower Headquarters.
But now, everything is beyond repair!
After a long silence, he said expressionlessly, "This Ling Yun will surely become a powerhouse surpassing everyone else in the future. We..." He didn't finish his sentence, but his words were filled with a sense of dejection and bleakness. The implication was clear to everyone: we have lost a top talent; this was a mistake on the part of the Supernatural Abilities Headquarters.
Everyone's mood turned heavy, and many people began to have the same thought: this time, the decision made by the Superpower Headquarters was probably a mistake!
All eyes were once again focused on the boy's back. That lonely, stubborn, but indeed upright back left a deep impression on everyone. Many years later, Ling Yun in everyone's memory is still that awe-inspiring back.
A flash of silver light appeared silently, and a silver passage silently appeared behind everyone. Two beautiful girls, as beautiful as the morning sun, walked out of the passage. Their two exquisitely beautiful faces showed complex expressions. One face was somewhat immature, with concern and tenderness, while the other face was mature and charming, full of captivating radiance, with bright, sparkling eyes, as if they were thinking about something.
The two girls looked toward the figure who was silently walking toward the silver passageway gate.
"Lingyun..." Xia Zhen took a step forward and called out softly. Her exquisite leather boots trod on the soft grass, and the afterglow of the approaching sunset shone on her fair and jade-like face, radiating an incomparably captivating brilliance.
"Sister, don't disturb him. Let him rest for a while. I think he'll recover." Xia Lan stepped forward, gently patted Xia Zhen's shoulder, and comforted her.
Xia Zhen stared blankly as Ling Yun's figure grew smaller and smaller. She lowered her eyes sadly, her eyes glistening with tears that seemed about to fall. "Sister, I'm so worried about him. Do you think Ling Yun will hate me because of this? If so, I'd rather be dead."
Xia Lan gently put her arm around Xia Zhen's shoulder and softly wiped away her glistening tears: "Silly girl, how could that be? This boy is very mature. Of course he knows who treats him well and who doesn't."
As Xia Lan spoke, a sudden tremor ran through her, and a deep, inexplicable sadness welled up within her. She tried her best to control herself, but her eyes involuntarily reddened, and she said sadly, "He won't hate you, he'll only hate me..."
"Sister..." Xia Zhen suddenly turned her head and stared at Xia Lan, not at all surprised to see Xia Lan crying. She said softly and in a low voice, "Do you... also like Ling Yun?"
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Ling Yun did not hear Xia Zhen's summons. At this moment, he was no different from an ordinary person. Even his crystallized body had become light and airy, as if a gust of wind could blow him away. Since he did not turn around, he naturally could not see the murmurings of Xia Lan and Xia Zhen.
The silver passage leading to the outside world of the Superpower Headquarters has been opened and merged with the main gate of the Superpower Headquarters. Once Ling Yun passes through the passage, he will be completely out of the Superpower Headquarters. From now on, he can fly freely in the sky and leap freely in the sea.
The Skynet barrier suddenly lit up again, and a dark blue curtain, like blue crystal, flashed across the sky once more. The gates of the outer passage began to flash with silver light rapidly, transmitting identification information back at an accelerated pace, like water. A cold, synthesized voice rang out: "E-level alert, unidentified individuals have forcibly entered the outer perimeter of the Superpower Headquarters...E-level alert, unidentified individuals..."
Everyone was immediately shocked. An unidentified person forcibly entered the Superpower Headquarters? What on earth has been going on at the Superpower Headquarters lately? In less than a week, they have received three intruder alerts, more than all of them in the past twenty years combined. It seems that ever since this young man entered the Superpower Headquarters, there has been no peace and quiet there.
Although surprised, the group didn't panic. The E-level alert only applied to unidentified ability users. Often, after missions, ability users who had been away from headquarters for too long were flagged as unfamiliar by the Skynet barrier, and this E-level alert would sound when they returned through the barrier's passage. The group didn't pay much attention, especially since most of the powerful individuals and instructors were present. Even if Oswit returned, he certainly wouldn't get away unscathed.
Ling Yun stopped in his tracks, staring at the barrier gate that was constantly emitting dazzling silver light. Suddenly, he felt a familiar yet sweet aura that touched the softest part of his heart, like a clear and bright stream slowly flowing into his fragile and thirsty heart. It seemed that the person he missed most at this moment had arrived...
A flash of silver light appeared, and a slender, graceful figure appeared at the silver passage of the Superpower Headquarters. The silver spiritual energy field protecting her body had not yet dissipated because she had just resisted the restrictions of the silver passage. Under everyone's gaze, the beautiful girl seemed to have suddenly descended from the sky like a fairy, and for a moment, everyone was stunned.
Ling Yun was also stunned. Although he sensed a familiar aura, he never expected that Gu Xiaorou would appear in the headquarters of superpowers. When he came with Xia Zhen, he specifically told Gu Xiaorou that he would only be there for a short while. He never expected so many things to happen or that it would take so long.
Upon seeing the girl's face, filled with worry and anxiety, Ling Yun's heart instantly shattered. In that instant, all his grievances, all his vulnerability, and all his stubbornness vanished. Two streams of hot tears fell from his eyes. As if seeing the kindness and tenderness of a relative or the closest person, the young man couldn't help but open his arms, wanting to embrace that fragrant and soft body.
Gu Xiaorou's initial anxiety turned to boundless joy upon seeing Ling Yun, followed by a startled look at his weakened state. Then, seeing Ling Yun gazing intently at her, and with his arms outstretched, even though her heart was set on her lover, her face flushed crimson. Without hesitation, she shyly nestled into his embrace. Her slender hands hooked around Ling Yun's neck, and inhaling his familiar and pleasant scent, she was momentarily captivated, unable to utter a single word.
Ling Yun held Gu Xiaorou tightly. This was the first time he had expressed his emotions so unrestrainedly and passionately. After the torrent-like outburst, the young man's heart was now extremely fragile. Loneliness, anger, and the coldness of the world intertwined in his heart, like sharp daggers stabbing his young heart.
Despite having grown considerably, Ling Yun was still only eighteen years old. Many children his age were still just children who knew only how to eat, drink, and have fun, but the young man had to bear immense pressure and responsibility because of his special abilities. He also needed emotional comfort, and Gu Xiaorou's appearance was like a bright light, dispelling all the gloom in Ling Yun's heart. For a moment, the young man was content, seemingly feeling that he would have no regrets even if he died.
The two embraced each other, and the headquarters remained silent. None of the powerful figures behind them made a sound, not even daring to breathe loudly, for fear of disturbing the young couple who were deeply embracing.
In this world, everyone has temporarily stepped aside; there are only two main characters: Ling Yun and Gu Xiaorou.
Although Luo Panxi had never met Gu Xiaorou, he could guess who the extremely beautiful girl was even if he didn't know. The thought that the Heavenly Eye was on her, so close, warmed his heart. However, seeing the two embracing with their eyes closed, an inexplicable feeling welled up inside him. He sighed softly, listlessly gesturing for the powerful figures to retreat, and with a slight turn, silently stepped into the suddenly appearing silver light gate.
The other powerful figures naturally had no interest in watching the passionate embrace of others. They all felt both amused and bored, and followed Luo Panxi's figure away one by one.
In a short while, only Ling Yun, Gu Xiaorou, Xia Zhen, and Xia Lan remained in the outer plaza.
The moment Gu Xiaorou appeared and embraced Ling Yun, Xia Zhen's face turned deathly pale. She leaned weakly against Xia Lan's rounded shoulder, closed her watery eyes, and could no longer hold back, two silent tears falling down her cheeks.
Xia Lan glanced at Gu Xiaorou, a hint of sadness flashing in her bright eyes. After a deep sigh, she grabbed Xia Zhen and disappeared into the silver light gate in an instant.
Chapter 204 Tang Tiejin
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