CHAPTER 646: CHAPTER 381: ARRANGEMENTS IN PLACE, READY TO BEGIN!_2

Su Qi was completely indifferent to Old Huang’s resentful muttering—calmly stating, "That’s not really the case, I’m just a bit short... I’ve just reached Seventh Rank a few days ago."

Old Huang’s face darkened even more, nearly cursing out loud.

Just a bit short?

And... just recently breaking through to Seventh Rank? Are there that many people at that level? What on earth have you been doing these past six months?!

He pressed a hand to his forehead.

To be honest, Su Qi’s arrival was a pleasant surprise, but... it also immediately sent shivers down his spine. This was a character who thrived in chaos and feared nothing.

However, Su Qi just chuckled lightly on the other end, "Don’t be in such a hurry. You know what this place is like, strengths that are beyond the norm are limited here, Seventh Rank is enough."

Enough my ass.

Old Huang let out a sigh, "Anyway, I disagree. I’m getting ready to leave with everyone. As a Priest, I have to be responsible for them."

Su Qi praised, "Didn’t expect Brother Huang to be so responsible."

"But Brother Huang, have you forgotten the promise we made to the Traveling Merchant?"

Old Huang’s expression trembled.

"When the arrow’s on the string, I have no choice but to shoot it."

His face shifted between cloud and sunshine, and after a long time, he finally let out a sigh, cursing resignedly, "Fine, fine, I know, I know, I’ll do it! Just risking our necks, meow! Acting as if everyone else is a coward! It’s not the first time anyway!"

Su Qi chuckled softly,

"Then I’ll leave it to you, Brother Huang."

Old Huang widened his eyes, "What do you mean leave it to me? Where the hell are you? Got used to being a Sect Hierarch who just delegates everything, have you?"

"Don’t worry, don’t worry."

Su Qi said, "T0 will be moving with you all, that should make you feel a lot safer."

T0’s power was extraordinary, and it was still rapidly growing. Since its birth, it had been learning, evolving, and the various Blood Demon traits it possessed were also quite astounding.

At least in this part of the world, it was practically an invincible force at the top, even a former powerful Priest like Old Huang would feel daunted in a confrontation, let alone others.

Old Huang still frowned deeply.

He let out a small sigh, "I just hope we can get through this safely."

Risk and opportunity are indeed interconnected.

But... the risk involved here was immense, something not one person or power could dominate. The approach had to be steady and elusive, no matter the chaos.

By keeping a low profile, skirting the edges, remaining invisible.

There shouldn’t be much of a problem.

After all, if others didn’t know, couldn’t it still understand exactly what The Hustlers Sect was like?

It was just a small sect established not long ago, newly developed, inconspicuous—once it burst into action, it wouldn’t draw any attention.

Thinking this way.

Old Huang felt much better, setting a goal in his heart to sneak in and out quietly.

And he slowly clenched the Holy Light Mark in his hand, looking at the many confused little fellows.

The entire conversation had taken place in his mind; they were still none the wiser.

He waved a big hand,

"Just now, the Sect Hierarch gave the order that we’re moving into the heart of the Dark Land. The Hustlers Sect will announce its participation in this grand stage!"

Though he had no confidence himself, as a Priest, he was naturally very professional at internal propaganda.

...

Meanwhile, on the other side, Su Qi lazily concealed the mark on his hand.

"I knew it... Old Huang, you’re not being straightforward."

On the Yellow Robe, he had actually noticed long ago the marks left by Old Huang, but there were no extra precautions taken—just something to sense its presence, so Su Qi hadn’t bothered with it.

And.

Old Huang actually had a past connection with the Blood Demon. This guy really... had a pile of secrets!

Letting T0 leave was indeed the right decision. It was by chance that Old Huang and the others were discovered, successfully regrouping and willingly leading the members of The Hustlers Sect down this path.

"Not bad, the arrangements over there are almost settled. Now that everything has kicked off, it means we really don’t have much time left. The burst is about to happen."

Su Qi stood up.

"Xiao Meng?"

[Everything is ready.]

"Alright then." Su Qi looked towards the research laboratory: "Now it’s time to deal with this."

He reached out and pushed open the sealed door.

Deep Blue and his three companions were waiting outside. "Brother Su, we’ve gathered everyone."

Su Qi nodded. "Good."

And just as he was about to step forward,

Deep Blue came over. "Brother Su."

His expression was extremely solemn. "This is our last chance, everyone... has already put everything on the line."

Previously, he and Otto witnessed the list of various... equipment and weapons, which had already been quite a shock.

But what was more important was...

Inside the list... there was a chip, which not only held a multitude of functions, but most importantly, could protect them in their operations within the Old Days!

This was why Otto was so excited and sought out Deep Blue to come discuss the matter.

After confirming with Su Qi that they could mass-produce them.

Today, they had already gathered everyone to get ready! To counterattack that deep pit!

And now, Otto was still in the small dark room, exhausting his last bit of strength to provide various materials.

"Click."

The door slowly opened; Otto stepped out with an unsteady gait, his beard in disarray and eyes ringed with dark circles.

"Are you setting out?" Otto, holding his hammer: "I want to go too."

"Brother Otto, you’ve already done enough, it’s better if you rest." The young man said earnestly.

"And Brother Su, you creating those chips, along with the strength attached to the chips, must have drained you even more; you don’t need to risk coming with us."

Their ability to resist the power of the Old Days was thanks to Su Qi’s special sequence.

Just as Deep Blue thought.

Anyone who could enter here always had something special, either great strength or other useful abilities or methods.

Now it seemed, although Su Qi was only Seventh Rank, he possessed a special ability to withstand the assaults of the Old Days!

This was destiny!

In the past few days, both Otto and Su Qi should have been completely drained; naturally, they wouldn’t let the two join the fight.

Otto indeed appeared so, visible to the naked eye.

But Su Qi... appeared brimming with energy, as if nothing had happened, although everyone took it as Su Qi putting on a brave face.

Of course, Su Qi didn’t tell them.

He had spent the days sipping tea and chatting with Luo Shenfu, occasionally having the busy Xiao Meng accompany him in playing games to see where T0 had reached.

He didn’t have to handle other matters; Xiao Meng was entirely responsible for the making and producing, Otto provided a large amount of materials, and the Starfire... didn’t cost a thing.

Moreover, there was another point.

Actually, the materials that Brother Otto supplied were sufficient for everyone’s use a day and a half ago.

However.

Su Qi still hoarded a bit extra.

This time the [Chip] was different from the base station; it was a personal [Starfire Chip].

Aside from various functions, Starfire could also pinpoint locations, meaning Xiao Meng could be connected online in all directions and maintain version updates and chip upgrades later on.

"If I don’t go, then these chips will be of no use," said Su Qi with a light smile, looking at them.

"Besides, is everyone planning to go empty-handed, in plain clothes?"

The young man scratched his head: "Oh, right, I almost forgot, previously you’d nearly gambled everyone into bankruptcy, even signing all sorts of Contracts."

"Let me clarify once again, those were not Contracts." Su Qi corrected with a smile.

"So now, Brother Su, please return the weapons, treasures, and equipment to them," Deep Blue coughed.

Although it was a bit underhanded, after all, it was a fair gamble, but now, at this crucial moment, they could only ask Su Qi to return the items.

"Sure, some of these things naturally should be returned to their rightful owners; they’re of no use to me."

Su Qi was quite generous in his agreement as he stepped through the door.

Everyone was already assembled.

"So."

Su Qi spread out a paper that was imbued with a special aura, obtained from Luo Shenfu. With its special effects:

"Line up, for each piece of equipment, sign a ten-year... Contract, and you can take it away."

"After all, a formidable foe is before us, and the opportunity to leave is right in front of us."

Su Qi smiled at the crowd: "You wouldn’t want... to miss this chance just because you’re without weapons and equipment, right?"