263: Chapter 263 The Assassination Begins

The three of them spent the whole weekend running around like this.

Now, having skipped breakfast entirely, they went straight to Zhou Bingzheng's house to scrounge a meal.

Zhou Bingzheng's breakfast was very simple: Vitamin C juice, boiled eggs, and some whole grains.

Su Nange felt like his taste buds were going numb from the blandness.

Zhou Bingzheng asked, "What is it? Why have you come to see me so early in the morning?"

Su Nange glanced toward the kitchen. Zhou Bingzheng smiled. "Let's talk in my study in a bit."

Su Nange handed over a Golden Leaf cigarette and lit it for Zhou Bingzheng. Then he said, "That Japanese person from Shanghai came looking for me last night."

"I wanted to ask you, were Himura Ryusai and Sato released because the United States Ambassador, Arka Thorne, intervened?"

Zhou Bingzheng didn't answer verbally, but gave a nod in response.

"After such a big incident last night, we still can't arrest them?"

Zhou Bingzheng chuckled. "Evidence? Based on a floor full of foreign gun casings?"

"However, if you string it all together, what that lady from the Saionji Family said makes sense. It seems she sensed a crisis."

Su Nange: "You think so too?"

Zhou Bingzheng: "Doesn't this align with what you said? Their goal this time is actually in Shanghai, not Yanjing."

Su Nange: "Then, should I go help her?"

Zhou Bingzheng shook his head. "Wouldn't that expose you? Go tell that Ms. Sawa that the only help we can provide is support. For the rest, she'll have to find her own way!"

"Alright, thank you, Uncle Zhou."

"Hehe, why thank me? I'm just seeking a bit of stability."

Su Nange: "Then I'll head back now?"

"Wait, I have something I want to ask you."

"Please go ahead, Uncle Zhou."

"What exactly does the Shangguan Family's item do? What do you know about it?"

Su Nange thought for a moment. "It's a miraculous substance that can change the world. It's called phantom juice!"

"The technologies the United States recently announced, like the anti-cancer potion and the strengthening potion that the assassin injected earlier, were all made using this phantom juice."

"And my tech company is also conducting research using the recovery potion I obtained."

"Professor Xu Zhiran from our company says that this phantom juice is likely a special medium that can carry genetic code."

"In other words, as long as a program is written into it, theoretically, humans can be made to evolve in any beneficial direction."

This was also the first time Zhou Bingzheng had heard the full explanation from Su Nange.

"Is it really that miraculous? If a longevity code is written, could humans have an infinite lifespan?"

Su Nange: "It's not that exaggerated; that only exists in theory. Even a genius scientist like our Professor Xu Zhiran cannot perfectly replicate the recovery potion at this time."

Zhou Bingzheng sighed. "But even so, it's enough to tempt many people."

"By the way, have you told Wanqing about your conjectures?"

Su Nange said helplessly, "If I hadn't explained it clearly last night, Older Female Cousin and Yuan would have nearly come to blows out of worry for me. Older Female Cousin doesn't understand why I would provoke the Shangguan Family like this."

Zhou Bingzheng nodded. "I see. You should head out first. As for the matter in Shanghai, it's not appropriate for either of us to show our faces. I'll make a phone call."

Su Nange smiled; this provincial governor was indeed powerful.

Zhou Bingzheng watched Su Nange's retreating figure with a faint smile as well. That little rascal.

Zhou Bingzheng didn't use a dedicated line; instead, he pulled out an encrypted phone with almost no features.

It rang three times before the other party picked up.

"Brother Bingzheng, why are you calling me all of a sudden?"

Zhou Bingzheng chuckled. "Brother Changfeng, it's been a long time. I have something I'd like to trouble you with."

"No need for formalities, Bingzheng. Just say it."

"Alright, I'll need you to send some people to Shanghai tonight..."

Night fell once again, and Saionji Sawa stood in her own private space.

Because the building was extremely tall, wisps of clouds and mist swirled around its peak.

Sawa looked out the glass window at the somewhat blurred night view, which appeared even more magical and hazy.

The scenery was so beautiful that the lovely Japanese woman was intoxicated by it.

Himura Ryusai and Yezaki Insui both came to see the young mistress.

Saionji Sawa instructed, "Has there been any movement from Shangguan Lingwei's side these past two days?"

Yezaki Insui replied, "Mistress Sawa, that woman went to Qiantang because of her nephew's incident and the death of several Bi Lin Guards."

Saionji Sawa nodded. "And what about Ouyang Yunzheng's side?"

Yezaki Insui answered again, "That kid hasn't made any moves either. Now that his godmother, his main support, is failing, he's even more dejected."

"So, Mistress, should we take this opportunity to take the initiative and strike them?"

Saionji Sawa nodded. "Fine! This Ouyang Yunzheng has repeatedly obstructed our development; it's time we gave him a good lesson."

"Himura, I'll leave this matter to you. Remember, don't fall into their trap again."

Himura Ryusai looked at the young mistress, then exchanged a glance with Yezaki Insui. "Yes, Mistress Sawa. I will go make the arrangements immediately!"

Himura Ryusai exited the room.

Sawa continued, "How is Su Nange in Qiantang? Is he going to fight the Shangguan Family to the death?"

Yezaki Insui: "Yes, Mistress Sawa. Last night, that Su Nange actually stabbed General Wei Jingchen from Yanjing."

"Later, it seems the Wen Family stepped in to suppress the matter. It's a bit of a pity!"

"However, after this experience, that kid probably won't dare to be so arrogant in Qiantang anymore."

"Is he in Qiantang now?"

Yezaki Insui replied, "Yes, at this moment he should be at his mistress's house."

Saionji Sawa nodded. "Alright, you may leave. I'm going to rest."

"Yes, Mistress Sawa. I wish you sweet dreams."

As the last sliver of light from the doorway fell on Yezaki Insui's face, his expression was incredibly sinister and terrifying.

Saionji Sawa lay down on the bed and drifted into a dream.

On the wall of the room, the hands of the ornate clock moved slowly; after several rotations, they pointed to one o'clock in the morning.

In the dead of night, the brilliant city lights of Shanghai gradually went out.

Not far from the Katana Building, inside an even taller skyscraper that pierced the clouds, four people seemed somewhat out of place in this silent night.

Shangguan Lingwei came to the front line to personally oversee the battle!

Ouyang Yunzheng asked Deathstroke and Demon Dog, who were already wearing parachute packs, "Are you two ready?"

Deathstroke nodded. "Ready anytime!"

Ouyang Yunzheng glanced at his godmother, then said with an excited look, "Good, then without further delay, I'll trouble you two!"

Deathstroke nodded in response and then opened a special glass window.

A cold wind from hundreds of meters up howled as it poured into the warm room.

Shangguan Lingwei felt a bit uncomfortable and raised her hand to shield her eyes.

But she believed this small endurance was worth it. If all went well, she might receive news of the Japanese woman's death in ten minutes.

No one would ever know the secret between her and Ouyang Yunzheng.

Deathstroke and Demon Dog leaped down; the December wind over the Shen River was like a blade.

But to these two top-tier experts, it was nothing at all.

At the appropriate moment, they opened their paragliders and smoothly reached the Katana Building.

Deathstroke secured the ropes and then took out a cutter.

Saionji Sawa lay on the bed, completely unaware that two terrifying assassins had already broken into the room.

Based on the floor plan Ouyang had given him, Deathstroke easily identified Saionji Sawa's bedroom.

The two tall, brawny men didn't make a sound in the room, where even a pin drop could be heard.

Only the bedroom door let out a slight "creak" as it was opened.

Demon Dog slowly approached and saw Saionji Sawa lying on the bed.

Holy crap! This horny dog was losing control of himself again.

This woman was simply too beautiful!

It would be such a pity to kill her. Besides, she was the one who had taken him and Deathstroke in back then.

Of course, Demon Dog had no sense of morality; he was purely captivated by her beauty.

Deathstroke was speechless. I really need to find a day to cut off your junk!

"F**k! What are you waiting for? Do it!"

Deathstroke had no choice but to whisper a reminder.

Demon Dog felt it was a pity; with such a top-tier prize, in the past, he would have definitely enjoyed himself first before killing her.

But now... forget it! At worst, he'd just find another one after completing the mission.

Demon Dog raised the dagger in his hand and was about to stab down!

But Saionji Sawa suddenly opened her eyes and swung her leg up, kicking toward Demon Dog's head.

Demon Dog was startled. Shit! This woman is an expert too?