My Post-Apocalyptic Shelter Levels Up Infinitely! Chapter 989: Disaster Pattern, Terrifying Hail!_3

It was only due to his profound insight that Su Mo managed to track Zhang Chong’s movements. The shapeshifting technique was indeed impeccable, a feat also aided by Zhang Chong’s convincing act. As the old man ambled along, he ducked into three more alleys, encountering women, children, and middle-aged individuals. The deeper Su Mo followed, the more his apprehension grew, a feeling intensifying as Zhang Chong entered the very inn Su Mo had patronized the previous day. Imagine that! Zhang Chong subscribed to the same principle, even securing a room adjacent to Su Mo’s. Their fated connection was undeniable! Following Zhang Chong’s hurried retreat into his room, Su Mo nonchalantly tidied his attire and entered his own quarters through the main entrance. The two men, by unspoken agreement, summoned the inn’s servant to deliver food and wine to their respective rooms. Time slipped by. As dusk settled and night enveloped the surroundings, Zhang Chong’s room remained unnervingly quiet. Had Su Mo not utilized his Insight Skill to scan the vicinity hourly, he might have assumed Zhang Chong had already donned a disguise and departed for reconnaissance. The inn’s proximity to the yamen implied that any significant disturbance was out of the question. Under such stringent constraints, an ordinary peak-stage Light Jin cultivator would be hard-pressed to challenge Zhang Chong. Alas, while an open thrust is easily parried, a hidden arrow proves perilous. The moment a wisp of smoke seeped through the small gap beneath the door, Zhang Chong, who had been slumbering soundly, found himself on the precipice of hell. “Who are you? What do you want? The yamen is close by, so don’t be rash,” Zhang Chong exclaimed in alarm, rousing to find himself bound by thick hemp ropes and observing Su Mo idly twirling a dagger before the table. “Jade-faced Playboy? Zhang Chong? Cease your charade. Cooperate, and I shall spare your life,” Su Mo stated, unfazed and immediately dismantling the seemingly flawless disguise. Zhang Chong, initially feigning innocence before his bonds, transitioned to anger, and finally, to a state of calm resignation. It was evident he comprehended his capture. Yet, as long as this individual intended to keep him alive, a sliver of hope remained. He had no desire to perish. Since his master’s demise, he had indulged in unbridled freedom, savoring life’s pleasures. Even the Overlord, who had reached the pinnacle of the Transcendent State, had only lived into his forties. He might as well seize this time for enjoyment! Zhang Chong’s aspirations were remarkably simple: sustenance, libations, and companionship. “Whatever you desire, if I possess it, I shall bestow it upon you, provided you grant me passage today!” Zhang Chong was refreshingly candid, eschewing any pretense. “I desire the Shapeshifting Technique you possess, no, I demand all your cultivation techniques!” Su Mo, uninterested in delving into Zhang Chong’s psyche, recognized the futility of engaging with such a character. His unpredictable nature was unsettling. The unknown always held an element of dread! As anticipated, Zhang Chong visibly relaxed upon hearing Su Mo’s demand. As long as his life, and not the 500 tael bounty on his head, was the primary objective, negotiation was feasible. Under his direction, Su Mo retrieved two cultivation manuals from a concealed compartment beneath the bed and employed his Profound Insight. [Transformation Transformation] [Originally the cornerstone cultivation technique of the Thief Sect, bestowed by the former sect master upon the current one, Zhang Chong. The Shapeshifting Technique boasts miraculous effects, capable of altering not only physique but also appearance and voice. At the great success stage, one can achieve a complete transformation with a mere breath, mimicking any living being—an indispensable skill for navigating the Jianghu.] [Lifting Technique] [The Thief Sect’s signature lightness skill, easily mastered, it’s a secret art for evasion. However, it imposes a strict weight requirement and necessitates concurrent cultivation with the Thief Sect’s secret elixirs. Prolonged training may result in slight deformation of the calves.] Upon absorbing the information gleaned from his Profound Insight Skill, even Su Mo, who had seldom smiled since arriving in this world, couldn't help but grin. “After exhaustive searching, the prize is finally within grasp.”