The Ancient Gods' Whisper

The helicopter roared through the air.

Councilman Zhang sat in the cockpit, speaking coldly: "Spirit Medium Team, immediately begin divination to locate Director Li. I need confirmation of his current status. Contact the security team and impose a full lockdown on Peak City's coastal areas. Unlock maximum power permissions for the Deep Space supercomputer, and conduct surveillance and investigations on all city residents."

He stood up expressionlessly, gazing down at the airport engulfed in flames below, his face solemn like still water.

"For Director Li to be attacked at a time like this—it's hard not to let one's mind wander."

Li Hanting sat in the airport, stroking the wolf cub in his arms, his eyes narrowed.

Councilman Zhang thought to himself that this was indeed a sensitive period. His mind was inundated with numerous suspects, but few would dare to attack a director of the Investigation Bureau in broad daylight.

"But regardless of who it is, they won't escape."

Li Hanting said calmly, "Brother Shiheng, it's been ages since we last teamed up."

Councilman Zhang nodded slightly: "Indeed."

A bloodthirsty aura seeped out.

The Councilman from the Judgement Court rarely acted personally, but that didn't mean his strength was lacking.

Ghost Slayer Path, Fifth Rank Moon Master.

Moreover, he was in his peak state, already preparing for his promotion ceremony.

At the same time, the helicopter pilot spoke in a low voice: "Radar has detected a suspicious target!"

Urgent voices erupted from the Spirit Medium Team's communication channel: "Divination complete! Director Li Yi of the Investigation Bureau's sixth branch is confirmed dead—the body was blown apart by a bomb, leaving no remains!"

For a fleeting moment, Councilman Zhang's pupils beneath his glasses emitted a cold gleam like blades and swords. He reached behind him to retrieve a tachi encased in a scabbard. As the blade was unsheathed, a sound resembling a hum burst forth, vibrating intensely.

The torrent of time flashed briefly in the depths of his pupils—it was clear he had entered the domain of Divine Speed Force.

Li Hanting furrowed his brow and had already set the wolf cub down. His sword box behind him automatically opened, and six small green jade swords began trembling in midair, suspended and shimmering coldly like water.

A fearsome and harrowing Sword Intent escalated step by step.

"Lock onto the suspicious target. I'll parachute directly with Hanting, and you handle the cover," Councilman Zhang said indifferently.

Li Hanting opened the plane's cabin door, the six small green jade swords descending to his feet, emitting joyful hums.

The overwhelming presence of two Fifth Ranks seemed to envelop the entire airport.

Suddenly, the Demon Hunter Team issued a warning: "Boss, watch out!"

The helicopter was illuminated by blazing firelight, as if molten lava was gushing out from the flames!

"Damn it!"

An enraged voice resounded in the cabin!

Boom!

The helicopter exploded in midair, blooming like brilliant fireworks.

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At the same time, Gu Jianlin sprinted out of the park, bracing himself against a roadside tree, as the Divine Sacrificial Fire burned furiously!

The terrifying wound on his chest silently healed, and vigorous life energy surged throughout his body.

"Run, run, hurry!"

Tang Ling pulled him along, heading toward the roadside where, sure enough, a Lamborghini was parked.

This two-seater supercar had sleek, low lines like a cheetah, with bright red paint shining like flames—dazzling and cool. The engine was already revved up, emitting a deep growl.

"Know how to drive?"

Tang Ling glanced at him and casually asked.

"I'm still underage, don't have a license."

Gu Jianlin yanked open the door and slid into the passenger seat, panting heavily.

Tang Ling snickered. Even in her red-haired state, she teased with a playful smirk. Her pale and delicate oval face gleamed with a mischievous smile: "Alright then, let big sister take you on a getaway."

She tossed the box containing Extreme Thunder to him.

With a bang, the Lamborghini's doors shut simultaneously.

Tang Ling slammed the accelerator pedal, and the supercar shot onto the road like an arrow leaving the bowstring. It veered like a restless beast, weaving through traffic and leaving countless vehicles behind in its wake, triggering a barrage of angry honks.

"Is this how you always drive?"

Gu Jianlin tightened his seatbelt, panting: "I've been in a car accident before. Can you take it easy?"

"Relax."

Tang Ling curled her crimson lips: "If we don't pick up the pace, we're going to end up as nothing more than Mr. Tang and Mr. Gu."

Gu Jianlin thought to himself, true enough. The Ether Association had strict protocols and laws in place. Actions like bypassing procedures to directly assassinate a superior would never be permitted. If caught, it would all be for nothing.

Even if they proved that Director Li was a traitor, it would merely earn them credit.

Yet, despite the accomplishment, the crime of assassinating a superior would still land squarely on their shoulders.

This is the purpose rules serve.

Then again, some situations don't require following the rules.

"I've never done anything this thrilling in my life."

Gu Jianlin leaned back into the comfortable seat, feeling the tremendous acceleration as he stared out the window: "I used to mess around in the Forbidden Zone or Ancient God Realm. This is the first time I've stirred up trouble in a city."

"You think I've done this before?"

Tang Ling patted her chest with a dramatic flair, complaining: "I'm scared to death."

Gu Jianlin chuckled silently: "And yet you still dared to come."

After all, this woman was the pride of the Sword Tomb, highly esteemed by the President. She need not risk accompanying him in such reckless escapades—one misstep, and it would spell the ruin of her future.

Tang Ling snorted: "You know exactly why I came. We're tied to the same rope."

Gu Jianlin looked at her face—charming yet cold, like a blade hidden within a bouquet of roses, dangerous yet alluring.