CHAPTER 901: CHAPTER 464: TARGETED

Qiu Yiming put aside the numerous affairs of the Beishi Base this time to come to the Hope Base, intending to reconcile with Fang Yuxin. He had always harbored feelings for Fang Yuxin, but had been so entangled in his affairs that he could never find the right opportunity to approach her. Ever since he learned that Fang Yuxin was at the Hope Base, he’d been trying to gather information about her. Knowing that she and Bai Ye weren’t truly living together, he couldn’t help but feel relieved, planning to deal with Chu Li and truly take down the Qiankun Mercenary Group before seeking out Fang Yuxin.

But plans never keep up with changes, as he was still contending with Chu Li, he suddenly received news that the Hope Base had cultivated outstanding crop seeds, with Fang Yuxin being one of the contributors. Upon receiving this news, he could no longer sit still.

The population at the Beishi Base was simply too large, and although there was quite a bit of stored grain, it couldn’t withstand such consumption, a "food crisis" was already lurking around the corner, although not too severe yet, it could barely hold on for a while. Simultaneously, both he and Chu Li had already dispatched teams elsewhere to search for food.

The search teams hadn’t yet returned with good news, and to everyone’s surprise, the Hope Base had already cultivated the seeds! This news completely shocked both him and Chu Li.

Both parties had no choice but to temporarily halt their secret confrontation, sit down to discuss matters, and ultimately it was determined that Qiu Yiming would personally lead a team to the Hope Base to seek cooperation. Qiu Yiming knew that this was risky, as Chu Li was ruthless and unscrupulous, undoubtedly seizing the opportunity to do something, but he simply couldn’t wait any longer.

When Bai Zhengli announced the news, he specifically mentioned Fang Yuxin, implying that she had made a significant contribution! Facing a "food crisis," the Beishi Base had several research institutes with experts focused on this issue, yet progress had not been promising. Though the Hope Base also had research institutes, he had a fair idea of the experts within, and he didn’t believe that these people could truly cultivate excellent crop seeds!

Thus, he set his sights on Fang Yuxin. He had a gut feeling that this was closely related to Fang Yuxin! Then, he recalled the days when Fang Yuxin was at the Market Base, suspecting she harbored secrets, but given his feelings for Fang Yuxin and her sharpness, he couldn’t really scheme directly. Previously, he thought that as their relationship grew stronger, she would eventually tell him. Who would’ve thought she would leave the Market Base so decisively, turning them into complete strangers now!

He wished to see Fang Yuxin, but unfortunately, neither Bai Zhengli nor Fang Jintang or Bai Ye were willing to give him the chance. After all, this was the Hope Base, not the Beishi Base, and even though Qiu Yiming was the squad leader of the Thunder Mercenary Corps Group, he couldn’t act too presumptuously at the Hope Base.

Bai Zhengli, Fang Jintang, and others were entirely unwilling to let him meet Fang Yuxin. After receiving the news, they deliberately sent people to keep him occupied, preventing him from having the opportunity to disturb Fang Yuxin. Fang Yuxin also didn’t wish to see Qiu Yiming again. Ever since that one conversation, she realized Qiu Yiming had changed too much, no longer the person who cared for her wholeheartedly. She wouldn’t seek revenge on Qiu Yiming for things from her past life, but neither did she want to see him again.

Thus, despite Qiu Yiming’s efforts, he couldn’t meet Fang Yuxin. The conflict with Chu Li at the Beishi Base hadn’t been resolved, and he dared not stay outside for long, fearing unexpected changes over time. Therefore, despite his internal frustration, he restrained his anger and negotiated the cooperation with Bai Zhengli.

Aside from Qiu Yiming’s group, nearly all the bases from Long Province came, along with other bases from Hua Country, sending people over upon hearing the news.

Fang Yuxin, attempting to avoid Qiu Yiming, simply stayed inside the Qingmu Spiritual Mansion. However, Bai Ye couldn’t behave the same way. With so many people coming to the base, even though the number of entrants was restricted, there were still many people to attend to. The security became an issue with so many people entering the base. With Fang Yuyang still in seclusion and Fang Yuxin hiding in the Qingmu Spiritual Mansion, Bai Ye had to step up, patrolling the base daily, ensuring its security, and deterring people from other bases from causing trouble.

Initially, things were peaceful, as the issue of the seeds was crucial, so the other bases, all seeking favor from the Hope Base, naturally would not foolishly cause trouble within the base.