Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1293 - 627: Inspecting the Yellow Earth Divine Origin

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Previously on Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food...
Han Xiangman and her team prepare to reclaim Fanshan Island as a strategic move against Mist City, while Zhou Hui reveals that Gu Jianye, who defected to Mist City, possesses a powerful 'Word Spirit' ability. Meanwhile, Liang Yuan successfully awakens a new Spirit Turtle Illusion Snake Genetic Species, enhancing his combat capabilities, only to receive urgent intelligence about a heavily armed convoy from Yu Province approaching Yangshan.
"That individual is merely a captain, yet according to the Hope Mercenary Corps, there's a manager-level figure orchestrating things behind the scenes." "However, they have yet to lay eyes on this manager's specific appearance." Zhuang Shuyuan quickly relayed the information. "Yu Province, Mengya Company." Liang Yuan's mind raced. Yu Province is situated five to six hundred kilometers from Yangshan. He personally has no kin or confidantes in that region; why would someone journey all the way from Yu Province to seek him out? "They are utilizing the Furong Valley route, which means they will inevitably pass through the Mirage Snake Space." "Arrangement should be made to have someone monitor that route. The moment any enemy presence is detected, they are to return and inform me immediately." "Furthermore, efforts should be made to ascertain the precise objective of this group." Zhuang Shuyuan gave an immediate nod. "Understood." Liang Yuan found himself unable to concentrate on cultivation. He departed from the Spirit Gathering Tower and proceeded toward the Leader's Mansion. He swiftly addressed the backlog of matters that had accumulated over the past few days. Following this, his focus shifted to the reports submitted by Zhao Kai and Li Qinghua. The duo had been overseeing the Miyuan Rainforest and the Yellow Earth Divine Origin for approximately two to three months. Stability had been achieved, and operations were essentially on the correct trajectory. What brought Liang Yuan even greater joy, however, was the news that both Li Qinghua and Zhao Kai had successfully broken through, reaching a Main Attribute of 100 points. "With their breakthrough to 100 points and their command over two Floating Islands, my mind is considerably more at ease." "At this juncture, a Main Attribute of 100 points is sufficient to manage most eventualities." Liang Yuan felt a tangible decrease in the weight of his responsibilities. Their advancement signaled additional promising developments. Next, it was anticipated that Tu Long, Han Xiangman, and Ding Yan would also be nearing their breakthroughs. Liang Yuan presently commanded three Floating Islands, in addition to several mountain-based resource points, creating a pressing need for more personnel. Should his existing team mature rapidly and alleviate his workload, he would gain the necessary temporal latitude to pursue gene restructuring and endeavor to accelerate that process. The current impasse at 10% gene restructuring progress left Liang Yuan feeling inadequately secure. This unforeseen emergence of Mengya Company had put him on high alert. "Linjiang occupies low-lying terrain, barely above sea level. Its submersion does not imply that all other regions have met the same fate." "Those areas not completely inundated have naturally had the opportunity to construct refuges and rapidly cultivate supernatural abilities." "As one moves northwest, towards higher elevations, the prevalence and strength of superpower users increase, and their application and advancement of these abilities far surpass those found in Linjiang." "Ultimately, this disparity stems from the fragility of my own foundation. Yangshan, being merely a scenic mountain, lacked any industrial infrastructure or technological research base." "Consider Cangqiong Mountain, for instance. Despite being a mountain like any other, the military installations there have enabled the rapid development of various superpower technology weaponry." "This is attributable to their robust military-industrial complex and research capabilities, potentially even including their own dedicated military hospital." Liang Yuan’s brow furrowed. "It appears I must devise a strategy to gain control of the military region." "I currently possess three Floating Islands, and with the inclusion of the Mirage Snake Space, that makes four. Consequently, the threat posed by the floods is no longer a primary concern." "I can now fully dedicate my efforts to developing superpower technology." Liang Yuan then shook his head. "No, the Heart Core and Brain Core within the Miyuan Rainforest and the Yellow Earth Divine Origin have yet to be refined by me. Therefore, despite my occupation of these territories, they do not, in a true sense, belong to me." "Only by subjugating the leaders of the Earth Mother Sect and the Water God Sect can true ownership be established." "The high-ranking members of the Earth Mother Sect have already fled entirely, and their current whereabouts remain unknown, leaving no leads to pursue." "However, the leader of the Water God Sect..." A fierce glint flickered in Liang Yuan’s eyes. The leader of the Water God Sect, Pei Yuanhu, was currently under the protection of the Dove Faction Military. This individual was situated at the Celestial Abyss passage and was held in high regard by the military establishment. "It is now time to undertake a journey to the Dove Faction Military Base." Liang Yuan first returned home, exchanged a few words with Yang Mei and the others, and then departed from Yangshan discreetly. Above, heavy snowflakes descended. Liang Yuan's form moved with lightning speed, traversing the void at an accelerated pace. In less than ten minutes, he had covered a distance of several dozen kilometers, reaching the vicinity of Cangqiong Mountain. He did not proceed directly to Cangqiong Mountain. Instead, he bypassed it, making an initial visit to the Yellow Earth Divine Origin. Across the expansive Yellow Earth Divine Origin, the landscape was dominated by yellow earth, sand, and stones. Heavy snowfall blanketed the entirety of the Floating Island. All structures on this site had been erected within the confines of the Yellow Earth Divine Origin.

The Earth Mother Sect definitely has some clever strategies; Yellow Earth Divine Origin and Miyuan Rainforest are quite distinct. Miyuan Rainforest is equipped with a Water Attribute defense shield, capable of withstanding storms and heavy rain.

Yet, Yellow Earth Divine Origin is characterized by sparse vegetation and excessive sand, lacking any defensive shield against tempests. Therefore, establishing the base underground was a wise decision.

Liang Yuan infiltrated Yellow Earth Divine Origin without alerting anyone, utilizing his Earth Escape ability to directly descend underground and assess the current state of the territory.

The subterranean complex of Yellow Earth Divine Origin had undergone significant expansion, transforming into what was practically an underground metropolis.

A colossal artificial sun presided in the sky, casting its light upon the entirety of the city.

Liang Yuan had previously witnessed the installation of this artificial sun during his initial visit.

It was likely constructed using a Light Attribute Superpower Stone.

Upon this visit, further enhancements were evident. Beyond the artificial sun, a multitude of mutated sunflowers had been cultivated around the city's perimeter.

The underground palace was bathed in brilliant illumination, and the ambient temperature was markedly warmer than that of the exterior.

Furthermore, Liang Yuan observed the construction of numerous drainage channels encircling the city.

Living underground inherently necessitates a strong emphasis on effective drainage systems.

The architects demonstrated remarkable ingenuity by repurposing the original bloodline pathways of the Floating Island's native creatures to construct the drainage network.

Melted snow from the surface flowed along these ancient bloodline paths, channeling deep into the Floating Island.

These transformed bloodline paths now served as streams coursing around the underground city.

Nearby, Liang Yuan noticed a group of individuals, baskets in hand, diligently clearing silt from one of the streams.

Observing this activity, Liang Yuan approached an elderly man engaged in the work and inquired, "Elder, what task are you undertaking here?"

The old man turned, a flicker of surprise in his eyes. "Are you new to our underground city? You're unaware of 'crystal panning'?"

"Panning for crystals?"

Liang Yuan expressed his astonishment.

The old man chuckled. "Indeed, though when we speak of crystal panning, it is not gold we seek, but rather blood crystals."

"Young man, your question clearly indicates you are a recent arrival."

"This waterway was once a bloodline path, and although the Earth Mother Sect had previously extracted its resources, some residual blood crystals always remain."

"These blood crystals are invaluable for users of superpowers, accelerating their strength and aiding in the coalescence of genetic species. They are considered even more precious than gold."

"We elders are no longer capable of cultivation, but by finding blood crystals, we can either exchange them for supplies or sell them to the city's resource department. Their value is substantial."

"Ah, it is merely a way to remain productive."

Liang Yuan noted the contented smile on the old man's face, suggesting he did not feel exploited or oppressed.

He responded with a light laugh, "Elder, I was informed this place was originally under the Earth Mother Sect's control, but is now inhabited by the Yangshan people. Have they treated you well? I have recently arrived and intend to establish a residence here."

The old man promptly corrected him, "Young man, that organization you mention, the Earth Mother Sect, was a cult. You must differentiate."

"Let me assure you, choosing to live here is undeniably the correct decision. The Yangshan people genuinely regard us as human beings."

"In the past, I was deceived into joining that cult, the Earth Mother Sect. Those individuals never treated us elders with respect; they exploited our labor without providing adequate sustenance."

"However, since the Yangshan people liberated us, we are no longer subjected to forced labor. We can sustain ourselves, working to earn our own food."

"I tell you, we are now Yangshan people. All this is thanks to Mr. Liang of Yangshan."

"Speaking of which, since you've only just arrived, why haven't you attended the orientation at the street office?"

"They will brief you on the regulations of this place and assist new residents in integrating smoothly."

Liang Yuan silently approved of the old man's words.

"Li Qinghua's leadership acumen is truly exceptional. He has managed the underground city, formerly the Earth Mother Sect's domain, with such efficacy, and has also maintained diligence in guiding the populace's mindset."

Liang Yuan made inquiries at several locations regarding the underground city's affairs, and the predominantly favorable responses served to alleviate his concerns.

He then immediately ascended towards the underground palace.

"Halt! Who goes there!"

Sensing an approaching presence, the underground city's anti-air defense system immediately sounded an alert.

A voice emanated from a watchtower, challenging the intruder.

Liang Yuan revealed himself, stating, "It is I."

"Mr. Liang!"

The guard on the watchtower expressed surprise upon recognizing Liang Yuan, quickly adopting a respectful demeanor. "Mr. Liang, kindly remain here a moment while I report to the captain to verify your identity."

Liang Yuan was taken aback, impressed by the robustness of the underground city's security protocols.

Shortly thereafter, Li Qinghua received the notification and made haste to the location.

"Mr. Liang, you have arrived!"

Liang Yuan observed Li Qinghua, noting his aura was more robust and potent than when he was on Yangshan.

A smile touched Liang Yuan's lips as he remarked, "It appears you haven't been neglecting your cultivation."

Li Qinghua let out a laugh, responding, "How could I dare to fall behind? With Yangshan now relying on you to maintain stability, if we don't work diligently, it would be quite unjustifiable."

Liang Yuan chuckled, inquiring, "Why has the security become so stringent? Do I require permission to announce my arrival now?"

Li Qinghua promptly offered an explanation, "Mr. Liang, you may not be aware, but recently, minor remnants from the Earth Mother Sect have been causing disturbances on the surface, attempting to infiltrate and spread their influence."

"We have already dealt with several of these groups."

"Furthermore, you're aware that Sister Wan possesses the superpower to mimic anyone's appearance. I'm concerned that enemies might have similar abilities, which is why I've intensified security measures. Even I need to present an ID badge to gain entry."

Upon hearing this, Liang Yuan understood the situation.

Lin Wan is the woman who stands by Li Qinghua's side, acting as his trusted confidante, much like Zhou Qingming.

This woman's superpower is quite extraordinary, enabling her to transform into anyone's likeness, a peculiar ability that left a lasting impression on Liang Yuan.

"You've handled this commendably; such precautions are indeed necessary."

"How many remnants of the Earth Mother Sect are still at large? Do you require any assistance?" Liang Yuan inquired.

Li Qinghua responded with a laugh, "A centipede may be large, but its danger is diminished; they are incapable of causing significant upheaval. The high-ranking members of the Earth Mother Sect have long since fled, leaving behind only minor operatives."

"Moreover, my people are not originally affiliated with the Earth Mother Sect, making their attempts at incitement virtually futile."

"Additionally, Granny Li and Uncle Ma have personally established the street office team for us, conducting daily ideological sessions that ensure these individuals are completely devoted to our Yangshan."