Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1090 - 437: Subduing the Two Women

"Ah!"

Shen Yunxi let out a sudden cry.

Mr. Liang has arrived!

Lin Ya jumped to her feet in alarm, her expression filled with bewilderment, far from the calm demeanor she displayed moments ago.

A single worry dominated her thoughts: Had Mr. Liang overheard what Yunxi had just shared?

This realization caused her cheeks to burn with shame.

Next, she recalled secretly freeing Leng Yuehua, and her face drained of color once more.

She understood that Mr. Liang's visit this time was to settle scores.

"Lin Ya, Yunxi, open up."

While the two women panicked, unsure of how to proceed, Han Xiangman outside couldn't resist pressing them.

The knocks echoed once again, sounding like a funeral toll that filled the pair with dread.

Shen Yunxi backed away in terror, positioning herself behind Lin Ya.

Lin Ya drew in a steadying breath and murmured to Shen Yunxi, "Trouble won't vanish by hiding. I'll handle the door."

She advanced and unlatched the door.

In truth, the door featured an electronic lock; with a room card, anyone could unlock it from the outside whenever needed.

Yet after the massive flood, the ship's room electronic systems had largely lost power.

Thus, the electronic lock served more as ornament, and they usually secured it with the inner manual bolt.

Click, click—the bolts slid free, and Lin Ya inhaled deeply before easing the door open.

Rumble!

Right at that instant, a fierce thunderclap boomed from outside.

The explosive sound jolted Shen Yunxi, sending her tumbling to the floor with a thud.

Lin Ya trembled too, her knees buckling slightly.

Under normal circumstances, thunder wouldn't faze them so much, but this occurred precisely when Liang Yuan arrived to confront them.

Their guilt made the fear all the sharper.

With impeccable timing, Liang Yuan strode in, adopting a stern visage.

Han Xiangman observed the scene but had to assume the role of the benevolent one.

She hurried over to assist Shen Yunxi to her feet, commenting, "How could a single thunderbolt shake you this badly?"

Shen Yunxi's complexion remained ashen: "No, I simply lost my balance."

She avoided glancing at Liang Yuan's face, lowering her gaze as Han Xiangman guided her to sit on the bed.

Liang Yuan entered; as a Genetic Species specialist, his aura far surpassed that of a typical Superpower User.

Now intentionally flexing it, he remained silent, yet his mere step inside overwhelmed Lin Ya and Shen Yunxi with pressure, like an avalanche of Mount Tai bearing down.

"Mr. Liang..."

Even under the weight of Liang Yuan's presence, Lin Ya mustered the courage to address him.

Her mental resilience outshone that of Professor Shen Yunxi by a wide margin.

"Hmm."

Liang Yuan gave a cool nod before settling onto the room's sofa with ease.

He surveyed the space and couldn't deny that President No. 7 truly catered to the elite; even a standard guest room exuded opulence.

Though compact, it boasted amenities like a television, web access, seating, a desk, and a comfortable bed.

"Got any water?"

Liang Yuan inquired evenly.

Lin Ya roused herself at once, responding promptly, "Of course, I'll fetch some right away."

She moved quickly to the coffee table, filling a glass with steaming water from the flask.

Then, with her delicate pale fingers, she offered it to him gently.

Leaning forward a bit, she murmured, "Mr. Liang, here's your water."

She wore a snug gray dress that clung to her curves today.

But since the catastrophic flood, such outfits stayed confined to indoors for her.

She mainly donned them as loungewear now.

In these times, flaunting beauty outside proved dangerous for women.

Hence, she reserved her finest garments for home alone.

Liang Yuan's arrival caught her off guard; no chance to switch clothes.

As she bent slightly, her ample curves evoked two plump peaches ready to drop.

When Liang Yuan extended his hand for the glass, his eyes drifted over, nearly captivated by that deep valley.

Lin Ya caught his look keenly, flushing with unease and hastily shielding her bosom before straightening up.

Still, her smooth egg-shaped face betrayed a rosy tint.

For some reason, the memory flashed of Liang Yuan bursting onto her balcony as she emerged from the bath in her robe.

Liang Yuan composedly shifted his eyes away, his thoughts drifting back to that episode.

The lady's form was undeniably tempting, just a touch shy of Sister Mei's allure.

Each possessed unique appeal; Sister Mei sported a lithe build with unexpectedly generous assets.

Lin Ya embodied the curvaceous ideal, broader in stature, radiating full-bodied sensuality.

Her assets weren't just ample—her hips flared wide too, and in that form-fitting dress, she exuded a mature woman's fatal charm.

"Who freed Leng Yuehua?"

Liang Yuan cut to the chase with an icy tone.

The pair flinched visibly, and Lin Ya replied without pause, "Mr. Liang, I set them loose; Yunxi bears little fault in this."

"Punish me as you see fit; I'll face it head-on."

Liang Yuan regarded Lin Ya, noting her determined look, as though prepared to stake it all.

He turned his attention to Shen Yunxi by the bed.

Though her features twisted in fright, Shen Yunxi rose swiftly, stammering anxiously, "Mr. Liang, it was my doing; I'm ready for whatever follows."

"You see, Lin Ya's just a defensive Superpower User; she couldn't have overpowered the guards alone."

"I employed my Spiritual Illusion Superpower to befuddle the guards, allowing her to free Leng Yuehua."

"Yunxi!"

Lin Ya seized her arm right away, pleading urgently, "I dragged you into this; why claim it all now?"

She even shot her pointed glances.

Clearly, she aimed to shoulder the burden solo, sparing at least one of them.

Liang Yuan witnessed everything, then slapped his hands together with a frosty smirk, "Fine, such touching sisterly bonds."

"Think yourselves so virtuous?"

"One yielding for the other, completing each other's sacrifices?"

"Ha, what a joke!"

"If you both insist on owning this blunder, easy enough."

"Xiangman, escort them to the deck; I'll execute them in public, letting all see the price of defying my commands and slyly freeing captives."

Liang Yuan rose abruptly and issued the order with chilling authority.

His words drained the color from Lin Ya and Shen Yunxi's faces in an instant.

Horror-struck, their limbs grew limp, eyes welled with tears, and crimson rims formed.

Han Xiangman rushed to restrain Liang Yuan, protesting, "Mr. Liang, they erred, but death seems excessive."

"Oh? Excessive?"

Liang Yuan whipped around to face Han Xiangman, scolding sharply, "Realize that Leng Yuehua and her crew must loathe me deeply."

"One among them wields Invisibility; a surprise assault from them—who could counter it?"

"Han Xiangman, grasp what you're suggesting?"

"Leng Yuehua's group, battered by my hand, now fights for survival. Releasing them hands them opportunities for vengeance."

"You've stuck by me this long; surely you've grasped the need to root out threats entirely?"

Han Xiangman's expression shifted uneasily, and she hastened to clarify, "Mr. Liang, I didn't mean that."

"Their mistake stands, yet with Yangshan's demand for manpower, these two offer real skills."

"Slaying them wastes potential; plus, this episode reveals Lin Ya and Shen Yunxi aren't like those heartless Superpower Users."

"They grasp gratitude at least. If they align with Yangshan and serve you, their loyalty would surpass others'."

"Besides, Leng Yuehua's band won't truly endanger you. You've nabbed them once; you can again."

"Should they try returning, Lin Ya and Shen Yunxi won't aid their escape anew."

"Isn't that right, Lin Ya, Yunxi?"

Han Xiangman pivoted, eyeing Lin Ya and Shen Yunxi with an encouraging nod.

Lin Ya recovered her wits and blurted, "Yes, Leng Yuehua's group won't return; I warned them plainly to depart forever, no revenge plots."

"I stressed it then—we're square now, Mr. Liang, no worries; this won't repeat."

She explained in a rush, oblivious to how Han Xiangman and Liang Yuan's exchange had pulled them into Yangshan's fold.

With no alternatives, they focused solely on vowing no further slip-ups.

Shen Yunxi chimed in swiftly too, "Exactly, Mr. Liang, we promise—last time ever; we'll steer clear of the dungeon henceforth."

Here, Han Xiangman interjected once more, "Mr. Liang, their powers are known to you; Lin Ya's 'Solid' Superpower strengthens any object."

"In building up Yangshan Shelter ahead, her talent applies everywhere."

"It even aids crafting defenses and Superpower Armor."

"Yunxi's background: Shen Yunxi held a professorship at the Shipbuilding Academy, armed with vast knowledge and deep insights into vessel design."

"As Yang Mountain Research Institute grows and seeks experts, she fits perfectly."

"Professor Li Hanzhong hails from the same academy; perhaps they cross paths, so for his sake alone, give it thought."

Han Xiangman's plea appeared to move Liang Yuan.

A flicker of curiosity crossed Liang Yuan's face; he faced Shen Yunxi again, querying, "You mentioned knowing Professor Li; how do your skills stack against his in the field?"

Shen Yunxi's gaze brightened faintly as she answered in a hushed tone, "Professor Li led our school as dean; his expertise dwarfs mine."

"That said, back home, I'd frequently join marine conferences alongside Professor Li domestically."

"We've collaborated on topics and initiatives even."

"Yet in national shipbuilding, I fall short of him undoubtedly."

As Shen Yunxi spoke, she appended quickly, "Still, I bring my own fortes: advances in submersible and compact vessel studies."

"Plus, strides in specialized material blending research."

"Trust me—if granted an opportunity, I'll prove my worth."

Liang Yuan chuckled inwardly, aware these women now fell firmly under his sway.

Swapping a fated Leng Yuehua for their full commitment to Yangshan.

An absolute bargain!

Before, enlisting them demanded courteous overtures.

But post this fiasco, they'd labor for him indefinitely.

Regarding Leng Yuehua, Liang Yuan sensed those Parasite Species gradually taking root inside.