Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1084 - 433: Miss Qiu, Why Not Join Us?_2

Buzz!

President No. 7 disappeared in a flash!

Liang Yuan checked his inventory once more, spotting a fresh entry featuring an intricate cruise ship symbol.

Having completed these actions, Liang Yuan wasted no time lingering. He dashed forward, treading across the waves as he ventured into the surrounding fog.

Before long, he gathered every vessel caught on the nearby rocks, storing them sequentially into his inventory.

These vessels came in all sorts of sizes, many firmly wedged into the rocks and impossible to free by normal means.

Certain ships boasted sturdy frames, though their equipment had long since deteriorated into rust and decay, left to the elements.

Liang Yuan claimed them all without a second thought.

Back at Yangshan, these ships could potentially be restored to working order.

Should repairs prove impossible, their steel would serve excellently in forging weapons.

Bones from mutated beasts offered great durability and utility, yet their rigid forms resisted reshaping.

Perhaps incorporating this metal during the melting process might produce surprising outcomes.

Roughly thirty minutes passed before Liang Yuan made his way back to the mouth of a minor stream within the Mist Forest.

He had moored a modest boat there previously.

The craft remained in place, showing no signs of vanishing.

Liang Yuan gave a faint shake of his head, letting out a quiet sigh.

"It seems Qiu Yingyue is still somewhere in the City of Ice Mist; Boss Qiu hasn't located her yet."

Ceasing his vigil, he retrieved the small boat and departed swiftly.

On this occasion, instead of surface travel, he submerged beneath the waves.

Though the reefs encircling the island were unfamiliar territory, the absence of fog underwater simplified his escape route for Liang Yuan.

He glided through the depths with ease.

After covering several kilometers, Liang Yuan cast a glance behind at the fog-shrouded Floating Island.

Viewed from a distance, the submerged portion of the island revealed an enormous form.

Dimly, its silhouette evoked the shape of a colossal bear-like beast!

Even below the surface, eternal blue ice peaks dominated the landscape.

"Those perpetual icy peaks surely stem from the ice energy that leaked out following the demise of the massive creature inhabiting this Floating Island."

"It's horrifying—dead for countless ages, and still, the power within lingers on, manifesting as an icy fortress."

Liang Yuan pondered in awe; this beast was undoubtedly no native of Earth.

Had it been, records of it would have surfaced prior to the catastrophic deluge.

Yet if not from Earth, from what realm did it originate?

Liang Yuan found no answers, much like the abrupt global flood—events beyond our world defied comprehension.

Nations maintained orbital satellites; how could they have overlooked such anomalies?

A flurry of ideas raced through his mind as Liang Yuan gave the bear-resembling icy cavern one final gaze, then pivoted and sped away.

...

"Miss Qiu, you're claiming you hail from beyond these borders? On a quest specifically for your father?"

In the dilapidated structures of the City of Ice Mist, clad in Heart Guard Armor, Qu Congguang pivoted to question Qiu Yingyue.

Qiu Yingyue affirmed with a nod, her striking features tinged with frustration as she replied, "I discovered the deception only upon arrival here."

"A transmission group operates within the City of Ice Mist. They forged my father's script to send me messages, urging me to procure supplies from the outside for their benefit."

Qu Congguang expressed astonishment, "You fell for that? In what manner did they conduct exchanges with you?"

"Via beast taming for trades."

"Each instance, a huge turtle would navigate to our community."

Qiu Yingyue's explanation clicked for Qu Congguang, prompting an involuntary chuckle, "I recognize exactly whom you mean."

"You do? Who exactly?"

"Ma Rui, the head of the An Family Corps."

"An Family Corps?"

Qiu Yingyue stood there in bewilderment, unclear on the nature of this outfit.

It evoked memories of pre-flood domestic service firms?

Qu Congguang elaborated, "The An Family Corps aims to provide every participant with a sense of belonging, allowing life in the City of Ice Mist—for those who continually recruit fresh faces, gaining entry rights."

"New recruits must surrender their possessions to the collective for centralized oversight upon acceptance."

Upon hearing this, Qiu Yingyue couldn't suppress her remark, "Doesn't that scream fraud?"

Qu Congguang grinned, "Absolutely, it's a total con."

"Prior to the deluge, Ma Rui peddled wellness goods, honing his skills in such deceptive schemes."

"Post-flood, he capitalized on the widespread dread and unease of apocalypse to roll out these ruses, reaping impressive gains—his An Family Corps has ballooned considerably in the City of Ice Mist."

"Without the Ice Armor Soldier Legion's persistent alerts, he could have soon outgrown the city's own residents."

"Never thought he'd reach out beyond and connect with you."

Qiu Yingyue fell silent, then inquired, "Captain Qu, as commander of the Ice Armor Warriors, have you encountered my father?"

"What's his name?"

"Qiu Gongrong."

Qu Congguang paused briefly, his eyes widening before he shook his head, "No knowledge of him—perhaps it's slipped my mind. Miss Qiu, given that Ma Rui replicated your father's writing to fool you, he likely holds intel on his location."

"Why not aid us in quelling the turmoil in the City of Ice Mist? Afterward, I'll escort you straight to interrogate Ma Rui."

Qiu Yingyue wavered, probing, "Would he heed your words?"

Qu Congguang smirked, "You're shortchanging the prestige of our Ice Armor Warriors in this place."

Qiu Yingyue pondered briefly but held off on committing.

She yearned to return and confer with Liang Yuan.

Lacking experience and local insight, she placed greater faith in Liang Yuan, her travel companion.

Thus, she responded, "Let's discuss it soon. The City of Ice Mist remains in disarray right now—resolving it won't be easy. The Earth Mother Sect isn't to be trifled with."

Qu Congguang was taken aback, "You're aware of the Earth Mother Sect?"

Qiu Yingyue's expression darkened, haunted by the indignities endured during her captivity by the Spiritual Ability Sect.

Were it not for Liang Yuan's timely intervention, her fate might have been grim indeed...

Qiu Yingyue curbed her musings and simply stated, "The Earth Mother Sect ranks among the Three Great Sects in Guangfu District—even the Guangfu Military District struggles to eradicate it fully, and it's only gaining momentum."

"With so many infiltrating the City of Ice Mist, they undoubtedly pursue some grand scheme. I choose not to get entangled."

Qiu Yingyue promptly saluted with clasped hands toward Qu Congguang, readying to depart.

Qu Congguang halted her at once, "Hold on, Miss Qiu. Your assistance to us could forge you as an ally to our city, potentially earning a spot in the Ice Armor Warriors and a home here."

"Understand, not just anyone receives such a proposition."

Qiu Yingyue glanced over her shoulder, questioning, "Do you hold the authority for that?"

Qu Congguang faltered for a second, then affirmed, "Our Ice Armor Warriors have endured heavy losses lately; reinforcements are desperately needed. I trust that upon the leader's return, they'll broaden enlistment—your abilities give you a solid shot at acceptance."

Qiu Yingyue wavered slightly, weighing whether allying with the Ice Armor Soldier Legion might secure a haven for herself and her allies on the island.

Far superior to confinement in the inundated high-rise, the island brimmed with abundant resources ideal for enduring.

"Very well, I'll enlist!"

Qu Congguang beamed instantly, declaring, "Up ahead lies a band of Earth Mother Sect followers. Flank them from the sides while I charge directly, pulling their focus—then strike from the shadows. Sound good?"

"Fine by me!"

The pair allocated roles crisply and launched into motion without delay.

Shortly thereafter, they arrived at the skirmish site and plunged into intense fighting.

This commotion promptly drew notice from the Earth Mother Sect.

In response, a swarm of Earth Mother Sect adherents surged into the fray.

Observing this, Qu Congguang hastily summoned an Ice Wall shield and retreated.

As he fled, the distance grew between him and Qiu Yingyue.

Qu Congguang darted into a narrow lane blanketed in snow when abruptly, a silhouette advanced across the frosty terrain.

Upon recognizing the figure, Qu Congguang's stare sharpened, his eyes narrowing faintly.

He whispered suddenly, "Boss Qiu!"