Chapter 83: Did You Offend Someone?

Chapter 83: Did You Offend Someone?

Chen Ye immediately picked up his phone to search online for related news.

He discovered that there were quite a few media outlets reporting on the matter.

These reports not only educated the public about elemental demons but also explained in detail the crucial role of the crystal core in the brains of elemental demons. Moreover, all the news articles pointed out that the elemental demons were found in the great primeval forests of Daxing.

Chen Ye frowned.

Clearly, this highly confidential matter had been leaked online.

It had already sparked heated discussions among netizens, with the topic soaring into the top ten trends.

"What the heck are elemental demons? This is my first time hearing about it."

"Same here, if it weren't for this trending news, I wouldn't even know that such magical creatures existed in the world."

"It's normal that you haven't heard of them; elemental demons rarely appear."

"Holy crap, the crystal cores of elemental demons can give people superpowers? Isn't that stronger than matching with a hero's talent?"

"Ha, don't be misled by the news, becoming stronger isn't that simple. To harness the superpowers of an elemental demon's crystal core, you need strong mental power. The core is only a bit stronger than an A-class hero's talent, about on par with an average S-class talent."

"I remember, isn't there a fifth-order powerhouse named 'Mikami Yua' in Japan who got stronger through an elemental demon's crystal core?"

"Damn, the crystal cores of elemental demons are so important, are all the powerhouses around the world going to rush to our Summer Country now?"

"Definitely! I remember the last time an elemental demon appeared in Africa, it triggered a mad scramble among numerous powerhouses, and the nearby small countries were destroyed by the repercussions of their battles."

"How come I've never heard about this?"

"The internet wasn't developed back then, and officials deliberately didn't report such matters. Of course, you haven't heard about it; if I hadn't been abroad at that time, I wouldn't have known either."

...

Netizens were buzzing with discussions.

Many people were surprised to learn about the existence of elemental demons for the first time.

Of course, the netizens were just discussing; they knew that high-level items like elemental demon crystal cores were definitely not within their reach.

They didn't even qualify to join the spectacle.

Because the area around Daxing had already become a monster's paradise, anyone without at least third or fourth-order strength would surely die if they went.

After lunch.

Chen Ye and his classmates separated, and he immediately called Chairman Chen.

But the call was busy.

It took him four tries to get through.

"Dad, did you see the trending news online?"

"I saw it."

"I feel like this news seems like a deliberate leak organized by someone? And they specifically educated everyone about elemental demons... Dad, did you offend someone?"

"Why are you, a kid, asking about this? Your task is to study hard, don't worry about other things."

Hearing this, Chen Ye knew his guess was right.

He even thought back to the last time he came out of Secret Realm No. 1, many self-media had written articles to stir up trouble, claiming he got into Martial Arts University through the back door, and that Chairman Chen and Principal Lu had a PY deal...

So, Chairman Chen must have enemies.

And the enemies of Chairman Chen are not lacking in power or background.

"Dad! Has the location of the elemental demon been found yet?"

"The primeval forest is so vast, and elemental demons are very cunning, how easy is it to find one?"

At this, Chairman Chen suddenly changed the topic: "Actually, this news being exposed isn't entirely a bad thing. Relying solely on my own people, who knows how long it would take to find it. Now that more people are joining the search, it should be faster."

Chen Ye admired Chairman Chen's optimism.

"So... the competition must be fierce by then, right? Are you still confident?"

"Humph! On our Summer Country's turf, could we let outsiders snatch it away?"

"What I mean is, Dad, if it's not feasible, don't push too hard..."

"That's not for you to worry about!"

"Also, my friend Long Aotian has already agreed to help, and his strength has increased a bit, so he should be able to help you... Dad, when you have news and are about to leave, remember to take him with you!"

"Alright, I know!"

The phone hung up.

Chen Ye was still frowning.

The news of the elemental demon would inevitably attract the interest of powers from all around the world.

After all, a crystal core from an elemental demon could create a fifth-order powerhouse.

It probably wouldn't be long before Daxing would be in chaos.

Now, Chen Ye just hoped that the elemental demon would

 appear later, giving him time to grow stronger...

He had already decided that if the situation was wrong and there were too many competing powerhouses, he would just pull Chairman Chen out of there and not compete.

Anyway, whether or not he obtained the crystal core of the elemental demon wouldn't greatly affect him.

With this mindset, Chen Ye felt much more relaxed.

The netizens were right!

As long as he remained indifferent and unmotivated, he was invincible.

Desirelessness is firmness!

...

Time flew by quickly.

In the blink of an eye.

Another half month had passed.

According to incomplete statistics from the immigration department, the number of "tourists" entering the country from abroad had surged by tens of thousands in this half-month, and many of them were powerful figures, including several fifth-order bosses.

These were just the people who came through official channels.

As for those who smuggled or sneaked in, they were impossible to count.

And the target of these people was obvious to anyone: it was for the elemental demon.

After arriving in Xia Country, they hardly paused, heading directly to Daxing.

There were exceptions, though.

For example, among the group that arrived today, many people, after disembarking the plane, blended into the bustling urban areas of Modu.

Modu, being rebuilt after the war, was still quite chaotic in its management, which provided these people with opportunities to exploit.

That evening.

These people gathered in a secret location, discussing their plans for the coming days.

"Mr. Wick, it's really unexpected that you would be sent to execute this plan."

"The company places great importance on this mission, and the elders of the Council of the Holy Table do not want to hear of failure."

"Rest assured, everything has been arranged... The emergence of the elemental demon within Xia Country really helped us a lot, making all our preparations go smoothly."

"Good, what about that woman from Xia Country?"

"The school is under martial law, and she can't come to receive your teachings."

...

The next day.

Morning.

The freshmen of WuUniversity gathered together.

Today was the day Secret Realm No. 3 opened...

Previously, in the old campus, everyone had to stand on the playground under the scorching sun before teleporting into the secret realm.

Because the old campus lacked space.

Now it was different!

The new campus was large enough and had sufficient indoor space.

At this time, thirty freshmen from WuUniversity, including Zhao Huanhuan, were gathered in a warehouse as large as a basketball court.

The interior was not only very clean but also had many long sofas placed for the students to sit and wait for teleportation.

Like Chen Ye and others.

They were sitting on a sofa.

Starting from the left was Zhao Zheng, then Cao Yu, followed by Chen Ye, Tang Zichen, Zhao Huanhuan, Ren Qianqian...

Everyone held hands, waiting to enter the secret realm.

When 10:50 arrived.

All the students sitting on the sofas disappeared.

(End of chapter)

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