Rise to God with Life Skill Professions-Chapter 527 - 516: The Tempest Rises, Calamity Begins

Chapter 527: Chapter 516: The Tempest Rises, Calamity Begins

"Everyone spread out, form teams of ten, and conduct a thorough search once inside the Gangfeng Mountains."

As Zhu Xueshuang spoke those words, the map suspended in mid-air suddenly changed.

Numerous points of light seemed to encircle the Gangfeng Mountains, and these points were gradually converging toward the center.

The group exchanged glances, each understanding what those points of light represented.

They represented the people from the Evil Extermination Bureau.

The meaning behind Zhu Xueshuang’s words was clear to everyone: to slowly constrict inward in a circular pattern until the Heart of Gangfeng was found.

However, everyone also knew that if they truly followed Zhu Xueshuang’s method, the risk would increase.

After all, gathering as a fist is much safer than scattering like loose sand.

Zhu Xueshuang took in the sight of the group’s gaze and said lightly, "I know what you’re thinking, but the appearance location of the Heart of Gangfeng is very random, and we have no choice but to adopt this method."

"Otherwise, if the Heart of Gangfeng falls into the hands of the Pseudo-God monster, it will surely bring great casualties to the Evil Extermination Bureau and the people of Tianyun Dao."

"So long-term pain is better than short-term pain. If you discover the Heart of Gangfeng after entering, you can immediately ignite a signal. At that time, all members of the Evil Extermination Bureau who see the signal will also ignite theirs."

"By transmitting one to ten and ten to a hundred, everyone will head towards you. You just need to wait patiently."

As she spoke, Zhu Xueshuang’s gaze swept over the Tong Daoshuai present, pausing slightly before becoming exceedingly grave.

"Everyone, I understand the danger of this journey, dispersing makes it even more dangerous, but there’s no other choice."

"I hope you can work together with one heart to resolve the danger."

"Obtain the Heart of Gangfeng, and here, I thank each of you on behalf of the people of Tianyun Dao for your sacrifices."

Saying this, Zhu Xueshuang raised her hand in thanks, bowing slightly to the Tong Daoshuai present.

Silver Dao Marshal is a powerful figure within the Evil Extermination Bureau, considered to be a top dignitary.

Yet she was cupping her fist and giving a salute to the many Tong Daoshuai.

This scene immediately caused surprise among the Tong Daoshuai present.

One Tong Daoshuai stepped out from the crowd, returning the salute to Zhu Xueshuang, and spoke.

"Mr. Qin, you may be exaggerating; since our brothers and sisters joined the Evil Extermination Bureau, we knew we were gambling our lives for the future."

"We also understand that what we should protect are the people of Tianyun Dao. Danger to us is merely commonplace."

With this Tong Daoshuai speaking, the other Tong Daoshuai quickly echoed him.

Qin An stood silently among the crowd.

His gaze turned to the Gangfeng Mountains.

Just as Zhu Xueshuang said, the dangers are indeed many after dispersing, but these are unavoidable.

If there were a way, Zhu Xueshuang and the other Silver Dao Marshal wouldn’t have acted this way.

As for why the Evil Extermination Bureau didn’t send more people, it was because everyone else had their own tasks to complete and could not allocate more forces.

Zhu Xueshuang nodded, then pointed to twenty Tong Daoshuai, saying, "You twenty follow me, and we’ll enter from this location."

The map shone with light, marking a point.

Then, Zhu Xueshuang began to call out names.

Every time ten people were named, the light on the map flickered, and a new coordinate appeared.

Everyone knew their assigned position one by one.

Quickly, Zhu Xueshuang had assigned everyone’s areas, and only then did she wave her sleeve, her expression turning cold, stating.

"Remember, if you encounter anyone who dares to obstruct the Evil Extermination Bureau, whether human or Pseudo-God monster, kill them all!"

Her tone was filled with a chilling killing intent.

Everyone raised their weapons and shouted loudly.

"Yes, sir!"

The crowd entered the Gangfeng Mountains in order and dispersed to their assigned areas.

Qin An was grouped into a team of ten, amusingly finding himself with Zheng Rou.

Zheng Rou initially appeared weak and timid, seemingly fearful.

But upon seeing Qin An, she immediately showed excitement and quickly walked to Qin An’s side, seeming to find her pillar.

Qin An did not refuse but patted Zheng Rou’s shoulder to comfort her.

When the Gangfeng Forbidden Area wasn’t blowing Gangfeng, the scenery was very pleasant.

Thus, at this time, the group hadn’t encountered any danger.

Soon, they arrived at their designated area.

As the river appeared before Qin An and the others, they knew this was their starting point.

Crossing the river and searching along the way forward was their destination.

Qin An and Zheng Rou remained silent, following the group silently as the other eight Tong Daoshuai exchanged meaningful glances.

The group stopped.

Zheng Rou looked puzzled and whispered, "Mr. Qin, why have we stopped?"

She couldn’t comprehend why everyone didn’t continue toward their target.

Qin An replied thoughtfully, "They are choosing."

"Choosing what?" Zheng Rou’s confusion grew.

Qin An responded calmly, "Choosing a leader, that is, choosing a commander for this search."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Rou realized, pursing her lips silently.

Qin An glanced over the group, also silent.

He understood very well what the group was thinking.

Since they were searching for the Heart of Gangfeng, the ten people must hold the same viewpoint.

Otherwise, they’d become scattered, increasing the danger.

Selecting an appropriate leader was the most crucial step of their mission.

Qin An showed no interest in these matters, so he remained silent.

At this moment, one of the short-statured Tong Daoshuai slowly stepped forward.

This person had a plain appearance, a plain aura, and a pair of daggers hanging from his waist.

A faint chill emanated from the daggers.

As the short man stepped forward, everyone else turned their gaze towards him.

The short man pointed to himself and said, "Let me introduce myself, my name is Liu Ping, and I am at the Great Success of Void Shattering Realm. As you all know, this mission requires a leader, and I think I am suitable for this role."

After selecting a leader, the credits gained would naturally be greater, which was why Liu Ping volunteered to step out.

As soon as Liu Ping stepped forward, a voluptuous woman immediately came out.

The woman was beautiful, with an alluring figure that just one glance would leave one dry-mouthed.

Hanging from her waist was a long whip covered in scales.

"I believe this mission is extremely important, if a leader is indeed needed, I think I’m quite suitable."

"By the way, surely you’ve heard of me, Yueye, the killer whip."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone’s gaze shifted to the voluptuous woman.

Liu Ping sneered, "Yueye, I know what you’re up to, but this time we need a decisive decision-maker. You may be very powerful, but in terms of decision-making, you’re not quite as good as me."

Yueye shook her head and said, "You’re overthinking it. This trip is just for searching, why do we need decision-making? Besides, is my decision-making really not as good as yours? Let me tell you, in times of crisis, strength is what’s most important."

The two were at odds, while the other six Tong Daoshuai remained silent.

They all shared Qin An’s mindset and didn’t want to be the one to stick their neck out.

In an instant, Yueye and Liu Ping were at each other’s throats.

Liu Ping pondered for a moment, then drew the daggers from his waist, "Alright then, since you say strength should reign supreme, let’s have a match."

"As fellow members of the Evil Extermination Bureau and for the sake of the mission, let’s not go too far. Let’s just determine the winner and loser between us. What do you say?"

Yueye took down the long whip from her waist and nodded, "Since no other colleagues are willing to step forward, I’ll go along with your proposal. You can make the first move."

Liu Ping sneered and shifted his stance, preparing to launch an attack on Yueye.

The two daggers Liu Ping wielded, as they swung, emitted a chilling aura.

His body technique was also quite mysterious, fully displaying the Great Success of Shattering Void Realm.

In just a moment, he appeared in front of Yueye.

Liu Ping’s dagger struck horizontally, forming a whirlwind in midair, aiming directly at Yueye’s chest.

But Yueye was unfazed, as her whip flicked, the scales on it all stood up like a ruthless meat grinder, tearing Liu Ping’s gale to shreds.

After shredding it, the whip didn’t lose momentum and thrust towards Liu Ping’s chest.

Liu Ping’s heart skipped a beat, as he crossed his hands, positioned his daggers in the middle, and just managed to block the whip.

A crisp sound echoed.

Yueye remained motionless, while Liu Ping staggered back several steps before regaining his footing.

Liu Ping snorted coldly and sheathed his daggers back to his waist.

There was no deep-seated enmity between them, they were merely choosing a suitable leader for everyone’s benefit.

Since Liu Ping lost, he naturally had no further words.

Yueye hung the long whip back on her waist and said lightly, "Being able to admit defeat decisively is quite commendable. Does anyone else have any opinions?"

Everyone exchanged glances, indicating they had no objections.

Yueye finally waved her sleeve and said, "Search ahead, talk about the rest when we encounter a crisis."

Soon, Yueye took the lead, and everyone utilized their body technique, crossing the river and heading forward.

...

At this moment, not only Qin An’s group, but the Evil Extermination Bureau personnel elsewhere were also searching for the whereabouts of the Heart of Gangfeng.

Before the Evil Extermination Bureau members entered, many forces had already quietly entered the Gangfeng Mountains.

The Gangfeng Mountains were too vast, even the Evil Extermination Bureau could not completely prohibit others from coming and going.

Among them were not only human forces but also demon and Pseudo-God powers.

At this moment, a group of demons were walking through the mountains.

These demons had long pointed beaks and bodies covered in green feathers.

Although they had a human form, their sharp eyes and protruding beaks instilled a chilling fear.

If someone recognized them, they would know this group of demons were infamous Sky Canopy Bird Demons, known as Qingxuan Birds, in the Tianyun Dao.

This was a medium-sized power, but not particularly notable among medium-sized powers.

Among them, only one was at the Element Transformation Realm.

Today, these wind-element Qingxuan Birds were ordered from above, and all entered the Gangfeng Mountains.

Leading them was the only demon at the Element Transformation Realm, towering and muscular, making the green feathers on its body bulge.

Beside it, a slightly shorter Qingxuan Bird slowly stepped out, respectfully handing over a piece of paper.

"Second King, this is the portrait of Qin An."

Qingyu frowned, turned and unfolded the paper handed over by the Qingxuan Bird, his eyes fixed on it.

On it was an exquisitely drawn portrait of a young man.

Qingyu glanced at it briefly, then handed it back to the Qingxuan Bird.

"Show this to the brothers. Remember this person. If you encounter him, kill him offhandedly. If not, first look for the Heart of Gangfeng, then find an opportunity to take him out."

"If there’s no chance to kill him in the Gangfeng Mountains, then wait until we leave to find an opportunity."

The Qingxuan Bird promptly agreed and quickly distributed the portrait for everyone to see.

Qingyu turned to look at the layered mountains ahead, his eyes flickering with a contemplative look.

"The Gangfeng... is about to blow."