223: Chapter 223 Development Plan

"Holy crap! What the hell is that? Godzilla?" Mu Cheng was visibly startled by what he saw.

The Misty Island was still the Misty Island, except the previously bottomless black hole had vanished.

So the commotion was actually caused by this giant monster before him...

Its build was somewhat like Godzilla, lying motionless on the Misty Island, its height estimated to be at least two hundred meters.

"Godzilla my ass, it's a Golden-Horned Beast. Probably a bit tricky for you to handle," Lan Ninger cursed.

"Its strength is at the Nine-Star World King God level. Shouldn't be a problem to deal with, right? If not, I'll go there myself."

"No problem. It's just a bit bigger, that's all!" Mu Cheng was still confident.

Lan Ninger: "No, no, no. I mean deal with it after luring it onto land. Otherwise, it could trigger massive tsunami-level waves."

"Of course, if you have enough strength and are confident you can instantly kill it, I have no objections."

"It's just... quite strange. A Monster King of this level... shouldn't logically appear here."

"That might be a bit difficult." Mu Cheng truly wasn't very confident.

It was about thirty kilometers from the land. Hauling such a huge creature that far was indeed quite a challenge.

"Figure it out yourself! No one has the time." Lan Ninger suddenly changed her mind.

Mu Cheng: "Huh? Don't joke with me, okay?"

This was clearly impossible. There weren't any major issues at the moment. Teleport over, teleport back, it could be resolved in ten minutes.

And you're telling me no one has time?

"Consider it establishing your authority, alright? I believe you definitely have a way." Lan Ninger had to tell the truth.

Mu Cheng thought for a moment and said, "Alright then. Seems the identity of 'Zero' really needs to be made known."

"Mhm, good that you understand my meaning." Lan Ninger didn't waste words.

"Watch me! Help me find a suitable land location." Mu Cheng transformed into the identity of Zero again, gradually approaching the Golden-Horned Beast.

In no time, Lan Ninger had everything arranged clearly.

In the blink of an eye, the qianji in Mu Cheng's hand transformed into iron chains, tightly binding the Golden-Horned Beast's neck.

Then he released his battle aura, spun the Golden-Horned Beast in circles, and finally landed it precisely on the marked spot.

Following a massive crash, the Golden-Horned Beast roared in anger the next moment. Under Lan Ninger's arrangement,

it became a live broadcast.

"Captain, it's the instructor."

"Mhm, it's the instructor. Could he really be Zero?"

"Whether he is or not isn't important anymore. What matters is that he's our instructor."

...Ye Yu and her group were also watching the broadcast.

Not just them.

Ancient City.

"Sister Na... quick, look at the Super Ability Academy's official broadcast."

"Wow! Is Brother Cheng going to solo it? That's a Monster King... comparable to the Iron-Armored Dragon."

"Brother Cheng's strength has long been far beyond ours, so we need to work hard to get stronger too."

...

Dongfang City.

"Grandma, is that Daddy?" Suddenly, a cute little girl ran towards a woman.

That woman was none other than Lu Yunzi. At this moment, she was wearing pink pajamas, looking nothing like the so-called Guardian of Dongfang City.

Lu Yunzi scooped her up into her arms. "Mhm, Yun'er is such a good girl."

"Mhm, Grandma, Yun'er will be very good. I won't go looking for Mommy and Daddy." The little girl didn't cry or make a fuss.

Though only a little over a year old, she was exceptionally well-behaved and sensible.

"Brother Cheng, be careful." Lu Yuxuan, stationed at the Dongfang City defense line, was also watching the broadcast.

Dongfang City, Ling Family.

"He is definitely not Zero. Who is he really? Find out for me... Wait, notify the Liu Family, Yan Family, Xiong Family, and Shangguan Family to come immediately." The old man of the Ling Family flew into a rage.

"Yes, Master. I will arrange it right away." The middle-aged man hurriedly withdrew and soon went to make the arrangements personally.

Meanwhile.

Mu Cheng, holding the black hole heavy sword, unleashed one astonishing sword energy after another... striking the Golden-Horned Beast.

"Sister Ninger, it's really strange. This thing won't dodge? What's going on?" Mu Cheng was also very puzzled.

Lan Ninger: "Deal with it first! It's best if you use all your strength one by one. That way, establishing authority will be effective."

"No problem." Mu Cheng readily agreed.

He then used the Power of Creation—ice walls, lightning, giant waves... etc., beginning his performance.

Finally, he released the Black Vine to devour the Golden-Horned Beast...

"Such terrifying Bloodline Power. The Monster King is just gone like that?" Tao Mumu was utterly shocked.

Gu Na: "Such terrifying Bloodline Power. Will Brother Cheng be okay?"

"Sister Na, you're overthinking. What could possibly happen to Brother Cheng?" Tao Shuishui didn't think so.

Mu Cheng's current state indeed didn't look like anything was wrong at all...

The short ten-minute broadcast thus came to an end.

"Resolved. By the way, Sister Ninger, don't you think this thing's intelligence is a bit low?" Mu Cheng asked.

Lan Ninger on the other end thought for a moment and offered her opinion. "I think it might have become a Monster King not long ago."

"That is indeed a possibility. Is this related to the New Continent again? Should we investigate?" Mu Cheng also found it quite reasonable.

Lan Ninger: "There are many Monster Kings on the New Continent. It's not the right time to investigate now, but the Misty Island is definitely not that simple."

"Sister Ninger, I remember you said... the Misty Island shouldn't have a Monster King, right? Could it be that a treasure appeared?" Mu Cheng suddenly remembered and asked.

"Hard to say. Seems further investigation is needed... but this kind of matter doesn't require us. Leave it to the Five Great Families."

"I'll listen to you. Teleport me back to the Ancient City!" Mu Cheng instantly understood the implication.

As long as the information was spread, under the temptation of benefits, the Five Great Families would definitely not let it go.

"Alright! By the way... let me tell you, these Five Great Families are not the Five Great Families of the Battlefield. It's complicated." Lan Ninger readily agreed and reminded Mu Cheng.

In the blink of an eye, Mu Cheng returned to the Ancient City, and Lan Ninger also ended the broadcast.

"Let's see how things develop first. No idea what that girl... is like now." Mu Cheng changed back to his original appearance, sighing as he looked ahead.

Dongfang City, Five Great Families Conference Room.

"Let's hear your thoughts. Who exactly is this Zero? And is the Misty Island worth exploring?" Ling Haiyang, the old man of the Ling Family, got straight to the point.

Chu Feitian, the middle-aged man from the Chu Family: "The Power of Creation, and that last move seemed to devour the Monster King."

"As for the Misty Island, I also think it's necessary to explore."

"Mhm, I also agree to explore the Misty Island. It was indeed a Monster King, but it seemed to have just broken through." Liu Mang, the old man of the Liu Family, also expressed agreement.

Xiong Erji from the Xiong Family: "I also agree to explore the Misty Island, but we also need to consider how to explain things to the main family on the Battlefield..."

"Brother Xiong is right. If he really is Zero, the matter of the main family indeed needs consideration on how to handle it." Yan Sunan also agreed.

Ling Haiyang: "The matter of the main family... is indeed troublesome. Mainly, the Gu Family still has some issues. We need to resolve them as quickly as possible."

"Easier said than done. Why don't you try? That girl has the Super Ability Academy behind her." At this point, Chu Feitian was the first to disagree.

Although he was the family heir, since Li Yaoyao broke away, the Chu Family Chamber of Commerce had developed into a sixth major force.

How could it be that easy to deal with?

Xiong Erji: "This is indeed a problem, but it doesn't affect our cooperation... Besides, she's just one person. Probably can't cause much of a stir."

"What I'm worried about is the Ancient City, the Su Family forging clan from Guangshen City, and the Lu Family of Dongfang City."

"Even the top ten on the hero board need to be guarded against."

"Dealing with them requires waiting. As for that Chu Family girl... we can start preparing." Yan Sunan said.

The Ling Family was the strongest, so they also had the most say.

"Alright, send people to investigate the Misty Island tomorrow. We also need to find out whether he is really Zero or not."

"And that Chu Family girl absolutely cannot be left alive."

"As for the remaining matter of the main family, don't consider it for now."

After stating the decision, he turned and left without caring whether the other families agreed or not.

Ancient City.

"Brother Cheng, missing Sister Yuxuan? If you are... why not go see her." Tao Shuishui suddenly patted Mu Cheng's shoulder from behind.

The moment Mu Cheng thought of Lu Yuxuan, his heart felt uneasy. "In a few days. I'll find some time to go see her."

What must come will eventually come. Moreover, it was her, whom he deeply loved... of course, he needed the courage to face it.

"To be honest, I really envy Sister Yuxuan, having a you who loves her so very much." Tao Shuishui spoke, suddenly becoming very serious.

"Now that you, Brother Cheng, have sufficient strength, you really should go see Sister Yuxuan."

After saying that, she left without looking back...

"This girl... never mind, never mind." Mu Cheng didn't dwell on it further.

He was also very clear that not just Tao Shuishui, but also Tao Mumu and Gu Na... were all good girls.

He could also clearly sense that they liked him, probably because of Lu Yuxuan's reason.

That's why they kept this affection hidden in their hearts...

If it weren't for this damn Global Survival, they might still be college students, living ordinary, mundane lives.

Instead of now, dealing with zombies all day...

"So free? How about going to Dongfang City... to be Yaoyao's bodyguard?" Suddenly, Lan Ninger sent a message.

Mu Cheng: "That Chu Yaoyao from Ning City?"

"Mhm. The Five Great Families are making some moves. I'm afraid they might act recklessly... I wouldn't feel at ease with anyone else." Lan Ninger replied.

"Alright. I need to visit the Lu Family anyway." Mu Cheng thought for a moment and agreed.

Lan Ninger: "You really should go back and see... your precious daughter."

???

"What did you say? My precious daughter?" Mu Cheng was clearly shocked, a bit at a loss.

Lan Ninger: "Yeah, your and my little girl's daughter. I'm her god-grandmother."

"You really should help the Lu Family too, at least so she isn't so tired, always keeping an eye on the New Continent."

"Mhm, teleport me over now! I'll go to the Chu Family first to understand the situation." Mu Cheng pondered for a long time before making up his mind.

In the blink of an eye, Mu Cheng was teleported to the Chu Family Chamber of Commerce.

"One of the top ten powerhouses from the previous life. It seems none of them were undeserving of their fame." Mu Cheng looked at the Chu Family Chamber of Commerce and sighed again.

The world now was long gone from the previous life... it had completely and utterly changed.

"It really is him. Hurry up and come straight up!" Suddenly, Chu Yaoyao sent a message.

She had thought Lan Ninger was just joking, but who knew... it was actually true.

A good while later.

Top-floor office of the Chu Family Chamber of Commerce.

"Long time no see. You were Zero in the broadcast, right? Also... who else but you could have such capability." Chu Yaoyao exchanged pleasantries.

Mu Cheng didn't stand on ceremony either, plopping down on the sofa.

He also directly admitted: "Yes, it was me."

"I'm quite curious. Where exactly did you go during that year you disappeared?" Chu Yaoyao asked, sitting opposite him.

Mu Cheng: "The Battlefield."

"By the way, Sister Ninger, did she really just want me to be a bodyguard?"

"Of course not. Besides, with my current strength, at most they'd move against the Chu Family Chamber of Commerce. To move against me, they'd need to weigh their own capabilities first."

Li Yaoyao also told the truth. "As for finding you, naturally, it's to deal with the Five Great Families."

"Not easy to deal with. Unless the main family returns, dealing with them offers us little benefit." Mu Cheng also stated his view.

Regardless of whether it's a black cat or a white cat, if it catches mice, it's a good cat.

The Five Great Families were the same. They indeed acted for their own interests... but they also contributed a lot in fighting the zombies.

Taking action against the Five Great Families now would bring more harm than good, like lifting a rock only to drop it on one's own foot...

Chu Yaoyao: "I think so too. Letting the main family return to the Blue-White Star is already in Sister Ninger's plans."

"For now, let's talk about the main matter."

"Mhm, go ahead." Mu Cheng nodded.

Chu Yaoyao pondered for a good while before saying, "Actually, the main backer behind my Chu Family Chamber of Commerce is the Lu Family. Helping me equals helping the Lu Family, which is also your purpose for coming to Dongfang City this time, right?"

"Good that you know. I say... can you cut the nonsense? Specifically, how can I help? Resources? Divine artifacts? Transcendent Martial Arts?" Mu Cheng's explosive temper almost couldn't be contained.

Chu Yaoyao: "Sister Ninger has already told me the situation. I hope you can develop the Menglou Pavilion here."

"Focusing mainly on those first and second-tier martial artists, the kind that doesn't need those with Bloodline Power or Abilities at all."

"That's it? Are you sure? That simple?" Mu Cheng thought it would be something more important. Now it seemed like no big deal.

Chu Yaoyao: "Simple? The strength needs to reach at least the level of the Menglou Pavilion to be of help to the Lu Family."

"No problem, but I need a location, preferably a small island nearby." Mu Cheng was still confident.

With so many young ladies at the Menglou Pavilion, calling over thirty-some... wasn't a big issue at all.

As long as enough resources were invested, developing it was basically just a matter of time.

"Wait... let me state this first. Zombies don't drop spirit stones now, and the number of treasure chests is also very low." Chu Yaoyao felt it necessary to clarify first.

Mu Cheng: "It's just star-glow crystal. The Blue-White Star doesn't have that much, but the Qingqiu Kingdom on the Battlefield does."

Currently, in the Ancient City, Gu Na, Tao Mumu, Tao Shuishui... were basically idle. With the Sword Tower and Bai Xiaoxiao, it was enough.

It was also time for them to go out and gain experience...

"You mean the Battlefield? A round trip consumes ten trillion star-glow crystal." Li Yaoyao was also a bit skeptical.

Mu Cheng: "Develop first. Wait for Sister Ninger's plan... is it our energy being consumed?"