The battle in Yanhai City raged on. Numerous evil creatures appeared within the city, but the experts from the Special Department were formidable. They confronted and eliminated the evil creatures without mercy.
The new graduates from the academy, after their initial fear, gradually adapted. Although not as agile as the veterans, they followed protocol, cooperating in groups to slay the evil creatures.
The Special Department headquarters continuously monitored the situation in Yanhai City.
Simultaneously, they dispatched experts to assist, but their arrival would take time. They hoped the team in Yanhai City could hold on.
They understood the terrifying power of the Roach Demon. Even One-Eyed couldn't handle it alone. Subduing it was difficult, let alone killing it.
On the street, Lin Fan strolled leisurely, leading the Evil Chicken by the hand. Looking at the deserted street, he muttered to himself,
"The streets are so quiet today. Is everyone working hard?"
The Evil Chicken stared at Lin Fan in astonishment.
Oh, heavens!
How could this foolish human be so incredibly foolish? Was he unaware of the current situation?
The evil creatures had revived and were attacking the city. With a slight sense, one could feel the battles raging throughout the city. Although the number of evil creatures wasn't overwhelming, it was still a widespread assault.
And this guy was wondering why it was so quiet.
Unbelievable.
Truly and utterly unbelievable.
However, as an evil creature, and an undercover one at that, it had to maintain a low profile. It absolutely couldn't let anyone discover its true nature.
Lao Zhang followed behind Lin Fan, fists clenched at his waist. He would occasionally break into a run, then return to marching in place. He was exercising, trying to burn off the food he had just consumed.
Too full.
Uncomfortably stuffed.
A good workout would help alleviate the discomfort.
Just then, a tremendous roar echoed through the air.
Several figures were sent flying by the Roach Demon, crashing through buildings. They flew past Lao Zhang's face, then smashed into the wall of a building across the street.
Lao Zhang's eyes widened in shock.
Immediately afterward, the Roach Demon emerged from the gaping hole in the building, moving at incredible speed. It brushed past Lao Zhang, the force of its passage sending him tumbling into the distance.
"Ah! That hurts!" Lao Zhang cried out as he landed.
Lin Fan turned around and saw Lao Zhang lying in the distance, wailing. The smile on his face faded. He rushed to his side, anxiously asking about his condition.
"Why are they here?"
One-Eyed got up and saw Lin Fan. However, this wasn't the time to ponder such matters. The Roach Demon, standing there staring blankly at them, was the most pressing threat. Five of them combined hadn't been able to gain an advantage.
This was a fierce battle.
A battle that would be difficult to stop.
"Such a powerful evil creature. I finally understand the terrifying existence they faced before. Even with the five of us, we might not be able to take it down."
Lin Daoming's expression was grave. His clothes were torn, and the golden talisman in his hand, crackling with electricity, was already activated, waiting for the right moment to be unleashed.
He only had one golden talisman left.
The previous ones had all been used.
Yet, they hadn't caused any harm to the Roach Demon.
"If this continues, we're really doomed." Lin Daoming's face was grim. If he could get this golden talisman inside the creature and detonate it within, there might be a chance of victory.
But…
How to get it inside was the problem.
Then, he saw two figures in the distance. His heart tightened. Why were there ordinary people here? If the Roach Demon attacked them…
In their current state, they might not be able to intervene.
They had been called out of seclusion by One-Eyed, not for money or power. They lived carefree lives in the deep mountains and forests, accompanied by wild beasts. In the end, One-Eyed had moved them with a sense of righteousness.
For world peace, for countless ordinary lives.
Simply put, to save people.
"Lao Zhang, how are you? Are you alright?"
Lin Fan shook Lao Zhang, so worried he didn't know what to do. This was his best friend. If something happened to him, he truly didn't know what he would do. Would he be all alone from now on?
Lao Zhang was acting like an injured child. "It hurts! It hurts so much!"
Then, Lao Zhang lifted his arm and saw the blood staining it. He started crying. "Blood! It's blood! I'm going to die!"
Lao Zhang pushed Lin Fan. "Run! They're going to kill us! I'm done for! I'm beyond saving! Run! I'll hold them off!"
Lao Zhang had never been injured before. Well, at least not while he was conscious.
He was afraid of pain.
The sight of blood also frightened him.
Lin Fan grabbed Lao Zhang's hand. "You'll be fine."
Tears welled up in Lao Zhang's eyes. He endured the pain and said, "You'll be on your own from now on. Take good care of yourself. I can't help you cultivate anymore. You have to look after yourself, okay?"
Such a touching scene, and yet there was no audience. If there had been, they would surely have been moved to tears.
So touching.
Definitely worthy of a nomination for the most touching scene.
Two mentally ill patients supporting each other, weathering storms together. Their friendship was as deep as the ocean, as solid as the earth, unshakeable.
"I will avenge you. I won't let anyone bully you." Lin Fan clenched his fists. He, who had never truly been angry, felt an unprecedented emotion surge within him as he saw Lao Zhang's condition.
He stood up, looked at the Roach Demon, lowered his head, walked up to it, and looked up stubbornly and angrily.
"Why did you hurt my friend?"
He was much shorter than the Roach Demon.
The Roach Demon hadn't noticed Lin Fan. A mere ant. But hearing the voice, it slowly turned, tilting its head, looking at Lin Fan with confusion.
As if asking:
Ant, what are you saying?
"Lin Fan, get out of here!" One-Eyed knew Lin Fan was different from ordinary people, that he had some power. But now they were facing the Roach Demon, which even they struggled to suppress.
He didn't believe Lin Fan could be a match for the Roach Demon.
Standing before the creature…
That was suicide.
Lin Daoming whispered, "Do you know this kid?"
One-Eyed replied, "He's a member I recruited into the Special Department. He has some skill, but this isn't something he can handle."
The situation was complicated.
They didn't dare make any rash moves, lest they provoke the Roach Demon and cause irreparable harm.
Lin Daoming whispered, "I only have one golden talisman left, imbued with lightning. If I can get it inside the creature, I might have a chance."
"How? Do you think it's going to swallow it willingly?" One-Eyed retorted.
Then his gaze fell on Lin Fan.
Filled with worry.
"Everyone, I have to save this person, otherwise I won't be able to explain myself. Later, you guys distract it, and I'll make my move and pull him away. It might be a bit tough on you." One-Eyed said.
"Alright, no problem."
"We can't hold it for long, but we can buy you some time."
"Don't tell me he's your illegitimate son, the way you're looking out for him."
Hey…
You, the one who mentioned illegitimate son, come out here. Let's see if I don't beat you to death.
If One-Eyed had a mentally ill son, he would absolutely explode. Was it his bad genes, or his poor technique?
Lin Fan stared into the Roach Demon's eyes. He knew that the eyes were the windows to the soul. If this strange creature showed any remorse, he would forgive it slightly and apologize to Lao Zhang. Then he wouldn't be so angry.
"Answer me. Why did you hurt my best friend?"
A firm question.
Without a trace of hesitation.
He didn't see any remorse in the creature's eyes.
"Lin Fan, I'm in so much pain!" Lao Zhang's cries reached Lin Fan's ears, making his heart ache. He couldn't bear to see his friend injured before his eyes.
At this moment…
"Hey!"
Master Yongxin threw a stone at the Roach Demon, hitting it in the head. He was deliberately trying to attract its attention.
One-Eyed instantly appeared beside Lin Fan, grabbing his arm.
"Come with me."
With his strength, pulling Lin Fan away should have been easy.
But to his surprise, Lin Fan didn't budge.
"Get out of the way."
Lin Fan swung his arm, and a shocking force sent One-Eyed flying, crashing into a wall.
One-Eyed stared at Lin Fan in astonishment, his eyes wide.
"What the hell…"
Master Yongxin, who had been distracting the creature, gaped at the scene. For someone to be thrown off so easily, that wasn't something just anyone could do.
"He got thrown off just like that?" Lin Daoming asked.
One-Eyed, losing face, said, "I wasn't paying attention."
That was his simple explanation.
Believe it or not.
Lao Zhang's cries of pain reached Lin Fan's ears, causing him great distress. He couldn't stand to witness his friend suffering in front of him.
"I asked you, why did you hurt my best friend?" Lin Fan clenched his fists and roared angrily.
His expression was different from his usual cheerful demeanor. Normally, he maintained a smile, like a warm sun to the children, comforting everyone.
But now…
This serious expression was a first for Lin Fan.
The Roach Demon slowly raised its hand and placed it on Lin Fan's head. Its blank expression changed for the first time, as if it were smiling.
Its five fingers pressed against Lin Fan's skull.
Twisting!
Hmm…
The Roach Demon twisted its wrist again, clearly intending to break Lin Fan's neck.
But it couldn't twist it.
Lin Fan clenched his fists and said, "Lao Zhang, he didn't tell me why he hurt you, and he didn't apologize. I'll beat him up for you. Watch."
"I'll beat up anyone who bullies you."
As soon as he finished speaking…
Bang!
Lin Fan threw a punch, striking the Roach Demon's abdomen. A dull thud echoed as the Roach Demon slid backward, sparks flying from the ground, its feet leaving deep gouges in the pavement.
The Roach Demon's black eyes widened.
Wah!
A mouthful of blood spurted out.
One-Eyed was dumbfounded: "???"
Master Yongxin was speechless: "???"
Lin Daoming was incredulous: "???"
Liu Haichan was bewildered: "???"
The female physician from the Medical Sect…