CHAPTER 333: CHAPTER 213: SECRETS OF THE BASE

"Zheng Weifang?" Wei Wushuang thought for a moment, then shook his head, "No, it was Ma Long who told me."

"I see." Qu Jianlei nodded without saying more. They had stayed near Taikoo for so long, surely the news should have reached them by now.

Wei Wushuang saw he wasn’t speaking, so he turned to Xiao Moshan, "And you, why are you wanted by the Gorge?"

Xiao Moshan glanced at him, answering in a deep voice, "I think... you’d better not know."

The A-level master was rebuffed like this yet wasn’t angry; instead, he nodded thoughtfully and continued questioning.

"Qu Jianlei, shouldn’t you have a companion, and she’s quite young? Don’t you want to secure an identity for her in Central City?"

The Flower Scorpion, perhaps? Qu Jianlei really didn’t expect Wei Wushuang to aim to solve so many problems, full of sincerity.

He could guess what the other was thinking, but he didn’t intend to make decisions for the Flower Scorpion—right now, her mindset isn’t very stable.

"Thanks a lot, I’ll mention it to her later and see what she thinks."

Wei Wushuang was speechless too. These three wanted criminals were truly unruly, one more than the other.

Those who knew clearly understood they were fugitives; those who didn’t might think they were some rare experts.

After a pause, he spoke again.

"Actually, Black Panther went looking for Jamaari. Jamaari notified me... he knew he couldn’t solve this problem."

That makes sense! Qu Jianlei and Xiao Moshan both nodded slightly, understanding that Black Panther’s persuasion wasn’t enough by itself.

Black Panther added a comment, "It was Master Wei who wanted to come on his own; he holds you three in high regard."

The three remained silent. Being held in high regard—what does that matter? Can he help cancel our wanted status?

Wei Wushuang’s words finally broke the silence, "So, from now on, don’t cause trouble in Central City."

"If you want to do something, just tell me directly, I’ll arrange for someone to assist."

Qu Jianlei thought for a moment before speaking, "I’ve heard there are quite a few valuable materials in the Secret Pavilion?"

You’re even thinking about that place? Wei Wushuang almost rolled his eyes; he’s quite daring.

"The Secret Pavilion’s materials surely can’t compare to the research institute you packed up, and what’s more, I have no authority there."

Qu Jianlei calmly stated, "It doesn’t matter if it’s not comparable, I need diverse input to deduce the cultivation method."

Seeing he was still fixated on the Secret Pavilion, Wei Wushuang was rather frustrated. The young guy in front of him wasn’t someone he could coerce.

He sighed, "Let me try to speak on your behalf. By the way, I heard you grabbed a lot of Limb Regeneration Potion?"

Hearing this, Black Panther couldn’t help but look over with expectant eyes.

He had also heard this news, but... didn’t dare ask Qu Jianlei directly.

Their relationship wasn’t bad, but overall, Qu Jianlei took more care of him than he could reciprocate.

He could only help gather information and do small tasks, perhaps look after some of Jianlei’s friends.

So he wasn’t rushed to ask, planning to continue interacting for a while—until Master Wei asked directly.

"Where is this ’a lot’?" Qu Jianlei was a bit frustrated upon hearing this.

"They don’t know how much loss they’ve blamed on me... If I really took that much, the Supreme would have come out by now."

"There’s no way the Supreme would move so easily," Wei Wushuang laughed indifferently, "But, you did manage to grab some?"

Qu Jianlei nodded candidly, "Yes, I got some, not much, and several of my friends also need it."

Wei Wushuang looked meaningfully at Xiao Moshan, "Mo Huaitian, you must have told him that just the potion isn’t enough?"

Before Qu Jianlei could speak, Xiao Moshan chimed in with a sarcastic tone.

"Master Wei means to say, can you locate a Nutrition Pod and Nutrient Liquid?"

If you can’t acquire those things, what’s the point of all your talk... is it really worth it?

Wei Wushuang wasn’t the type to waste time; he straightforwardly stated, "By a stroke of luck, I’ve managed to gather quite a bit of Nutrient Liquid."

Qu Jianlei and Xiao Moshan exchanged a look, even Bentley turned his head upon hearing this.

Xiao Moshan didn’t say more, and Qu Jianlei, after a pause, spoke up, "It’s hard to obtain the Nutrition Pod, and it’s quite complex to operate."

Wei Wushuang glanced at Xiao Moshan, his expression somewhat peculiar, "If you’re referring to the two units in the Gorge, that’s indeed the case."

Xiao Moshan sneered, his eyes drooping, not responding.

Qu Jianlei’s eyebrows rose, suddenly having a suspicion, "Are you talking about... the base?"

"You really do know," Wei Wushuang nodded, "I actually heard the name by chance."

Xiao Moshan abruptly spoke, his tone very rigid, "Since you heard it by chance, don’t go around spreading it carelessly."

He’s indeed quite blunt, daring to challenge an A-level master so directly.

Wei Wushuang wasn’t angry; he merely glanced at Black Panther and then Bentley.

Black Panther understood, stepping forward to pat Bentley’s shoulder, "Old Ben, why don’t we take a walk around and check out the cemetery environment?"

Bentley hadn’t slept for four days, his mind was a bit hazy, and without much thought, he stood up to follow him out.

After walking a while, he finally realized, "I’m supposed to be guarding my family’s graves!"

"They’re talking serious business over there," Black Panther said in a low voice, "don’t you want your arm to grow back?"

"Uh... right," Bentley’s mind was still a bit muddled, "Flower Scorpion needs it too."

Seeing them leave, Wei Wushuang spoke up, "If I could advance to the Supreme level, I would be heading to the base."

Xiao Moshan nodded expressionlessly, "Exactly, so you do have the right to know certain things."

"I’m embarrassed," Wei Wushuang gave a bitter smile and waved his hand, "I actually didn’t learn through official channels..."

After a pause, he spoke, "I only know it’s a place surrounded by tall trees."

Qu Jianlei and Xiao Moshan showed no expression and did not respond.

Wei Wushuang continued speaking to himself, "Last time I was injured, the nutrition pod in the Gorge malfunctioned, so I went there for treatment."

Xiao Moshan nodded and casually responded, "That’s not surprising."

Wei Wushuang looked at him and spoke thoughtfully, "The nutrition pods at the base are much simpler to operate than those in the Gorge."

Clearly, he had received limb regeneration treatment more than once and was qualified to say this.

Xiao Moshan nodded expressionlessly but said nothing.

Seeing his expression, Wei Wushuang lost interest in saying more and decided to keep it short.

"The nutrition pod that treated me was not only easy to operate but also unguarded."

"That’s how you put it," Xiao Moshan laughed indifferently, "what you think is unguarded isn’t really unguarded."

"I’m sure it’s unguarded," Wei Wushuang said seriously, "because... I had to change the nutrient liquid myself."

"Wow," Xiao Moshan said in disbelief, widening his eyes and asking, "It’s not automatic exchange, manual?"

"Yes," Wei Wushuang nodded, not saying anything further.

"That’s interesting," Xiao Moshan muttered softly, then turned to Qu Jianlei, "Feeling tempted?"

"How’s that any of my business?" Qu Jianlei responded with drooping eyelids, "I’m perfectly healthy."

"Stop kidding," Xiao Moshan couldn’t pretend to not know what kind of person he was, able to wipe out the entire Bunker Clan for Bentley!

He said seriously, "Don’t listen to him being so easygoing; the defense of the base is truly unrivaled by the Gorge."

Before Qu Jianlei could respond, Wei Wushuang nodded, "Indeed, the base’s defenses are incredibly tight."

Qu Jianlei looked at him expressionlessly, "So, what do you mean by telling me all this?"

"I hope you evaluate your capabilities and act wisely," Wei Wushuang replied openly.

"I can provide the nutrient liquid; I just want two treatment slots."

Qu Jianlei shook his head, "I can’t guarantee that; the potion I snatched can only treat five to ten people."

"I don’t need much," Wei Wushuang said seriously, "Anyway... let’s negotiate."

After a pause, he offered a condition, "If you’re willing to consider it, I can draw a map of the place."

Xiao Moshan’s eyes lit up at the words, "Then go ahead and draw it; I really don’t know there’s such a place."

This clearly indicated that he originally came from the base.

Wei Wushuang wasn’t pretentious and directly took out a sheet of paper from his pocket, handing it to him, "Take a look."

Xiao Moshan took it and opened it, first stunned, then frowned and fell into deep thought.

He thought for about half a minute, then his eyes lit up, "Isn’t this... just that?"

Then he glanced at Qu Jianlei and said after some contemplation, "It’s quite possible, might not be a trap."

Wei Wushuang felt a bit amused and helpless, "Could I set a trap for you? Do you think I’d really do such a thing?"

"Who knows?" Xiao Moshan replied earnestly.

"If it can trick Qu Jianlei over, giving you two treatment slots as a reward seems fair?"

Wei Wushuang gave him a helpless look, "I head the Inspection Bureau; I must set an example for all inspectors!"

"Exactly," Xiao Moshan nodded, "using strategy to lure Qu Jianlei over... wouldn’t that be a model of bravery and cunning?"

"Thank goodness you’re not in the Inspection Bureau!" Wei Wushuang pointed at him helplessly, "Or I’d seriously have to discuss your values thoroughly."

"Did I say something wrong?" Xiao Moshan sneered, "If it comes to blows, could you defeat Qu Jianlei? Not to mention when we’re around!"

"I can’t be bothered with you," Wei Wushuang chose not to argue with him but looked at Qu Jianlei instead.

"What do you think of my character? You can ask Jamaari; he’s someone you can trust, right?"

Qu Jianlei nodded, showed no expression, and said nothing.

However, Xiao Moshan spoke again, "Boss Wei, how many people can your nutrient liquid supply?"

"About ten to twenty people," Wei Wushuang answered calmly.

"If you can get the nutrient liquid, consider this information free, as a reward for your battle against the rebel army."

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