Chapter 418 The Mastermind [3 Updates]

Upon seeing the man, even the city lord of the university town was shocked: "Li Xini... Director?"

Admittedly, this bombing is definitely within the IBI's control, so they will definitely come; it's just a matter of time.

This time, the IBI arrived very quickly, just over three hours after the explosion.

But the city lord never even considered the possibility that it was the IBI director.

In previous attacks, which caused even greater casualties, Licinius also commanded remotely from IBI headquarters.

Why did you come in person this time?

The city lord immediately tensed up.

Besides talents from various countries, who else is buried here?

The city lord knows some things.

The names of IBI's top executives are all derived from the names of emperors of ancient Rome.

For example, Director Li Xini, Deputy Director Daia, and Air Force Commander Anthony.

This represents not only strength, but also absolute authority.

However, few people know that Licinius does not have the most power in the IBI; there is a Chief Executive Officer above him.

This executive officer is not on the IBI’s official payroll, but he has the authority to call upon all IBI personnel, including Licinius.

Li Xini frowned and glanced at the city lord of the university town: "Has everyone been rescued?"

"There are still more than a dozen." The rescue team leader handed over the list, lowered his head, and gave a bitter smile. "The toxic fog is too severe; we can't get in."

But IBI is different.

The IBI possesses the world's most advanced defensive weapons and technologies, which is why it is able to maintain world peace.

Li Xini took the list and a map, and said calmly, "Let's go in."

The highest principle of the IBI is to prioritize the lives of all citizens of the planet.

Everything else is listed later.

Including their own life and death.

"Yes, sir." The senior detective raised his hand in salute.

Before they arrived, they prepared relief supplies and all necessary protective measures.

However, before the IBI detectives could even enter, the roar of airplanes began again.

Li Xini narrowed his eyes, looked up, and was taken aback by what he saw.

It was also an airplane, but its shape was strange; it was flat.

The plane came to a stop, and another group of people got off.

They were wearing school uniforms.

There is a gold logo on the right chest of the school uniform.

Norton University Action Department!

This time, the team was led by the head of the operations department.

He was blond and blue-eyed, handsome, and very young, definitely no older than twenty-five.

"I thought you'd come too." The head of the operations department nodded slightly. "Let's go in together."

Even Licinius was taken aback: "You..."

The IBI and Norton University's Operations Department have collaborated several times to apprehend international criminals.

However, in each of the collaborations, Norton University students were involved, which is why the Norton University Action Department would participate.

He confirmed that there were no Norton University students in the ruins.

How did this even alarm the Norton University Operations Department?

The city lord of the university town was bewildered: "Director Li Xini, who are they...?"

Licinius waved his hand to stop him, and instead said to the Minister of Operations, "Then let's do it together."

The two teams immediately went inside.

The remaining senior detectives helped the rescue team settle the wounded, set up temporary tents, and distribute food.

The city lord finally breathed a sigh of relief, and his tense nerves relaxed.

With IBI present, it proves that there is absolutely no danger now.

The city lord waved his hand, signaling the guards to take turns resting.

He took a piece of bread and started eating it. As he turned around, he bumped into a car that was driving very fast.

The city lord was startled.

The car stopped just in time before it was about to crash into us.

The senior detective looked up and saw a young man quickly get out of the car.

"It seems we're late." The young man glanced at the time and frowned. "IBI has already arrived."

The senior detective subconsciously glanced at the side of the car again, where a family crest was displayed.

Everyone in O continent knows him.

The Laurent family!

"Hello, you must be the city lord of the university town." The young man extended his hand and shook hands with the city lord. "I am Colin Laurent. The Laurent family is fully responsible for the losses and the safety of everyone involved."

The city lord was dumbfounded, letting his hand be shaken: "Ah? Fine, fine, you..."

The senior detective wiped away his sweat and took a deep breath.

The world's three most formidable forces have all gathered today?!

Their arrival is normal. What's the deal with Norton University and the Laurent family?

**

At this point, the poisonous fog not only did not dissipate, but instead became even thicker.

Wen Fengmian had arrived at the hotel ruins, holding a life detector and calling out loudly, "Yaoyao? Mr. Fu?"

It was very quiet; there was no response.

Having ventured deep into the DEATH toxic fog for so long, even the S-class protective suits have gradually turned black.

Wen Fengmian's body swayed.

If this is his fate, will his daughter suffer the same?

The protective suits are turning black even faster now.

Once it turns completely black, it will no longer have any effect!

“Sir! Sir, please come down! We’ll help you, please don’t get agitated.” Li Xini, who had rushed over, saw this and jumped up in a few steps. “We will rescue your daughter.”

Wen Fengmian was indeed exhausted and had difficulty speaking. His voice was strained as he said, "Trouble, we must save her."

"Sir, here!" a detective shouted excitedly, "A heartbeat has been detected."

Licinius followed, and together they moved the stone slab away.

There are indeed people below.

But this scene stunned everyone.

The man gently lifted the girl in his arms with both hands.

His arms were covered with wounds of all sizes, a shocking sight.

He used his embrace to create a space for the girl to live.

Licinius was startled when he caught a glimpse of the man's face.

At that moment, Fu Yunshen raised his eyelashes and glanced at Li Xini.

After confirming that Ying Zijin had been sent up, all his strength vanished in an instant, his eyes closed, and he fell backward.

“Master…” Li Xini’s expression changed drastically. He quickly retracted the title and grabbed Fu Yunshen’s shoulder. “Sir!”

Fortunately, the IBI brought enough tools that there is no need to worry about the ruins collapsing again.

Two female students from Norton University's Operations Department immediately put Ying Zijing into an ambulance, connected her to various instruments, and began treatment.

Meanwhile, Li Xini and another detective rescued Fu Yunshen from the deep pit.

"Sir, we've found this." Another detective ran over.

He opened his hand, and in his palm was a piece of clothing scrap.

There is a very clear black skull logo on it.

His expression was strange, as if he was mocking or provoking something.

Licinius paused for a moment: "They did it on purpose."

The IBI has indeed been unable to determine the origin of this black skull.

Because no one who has ever worn this badge can be matched in the global database, whether it's their fingerprints, blood type, or face.

The only certainty is that it is a very restless force.

Historically, wherever this symbol appeared, though only a handful of times, numerous casualties occurred.

"Keep it safe," Li Xini instructed. "Take it back to the station for testing later."

The two rescue teams also found several other people on the list.

Fortunately, these people were not in the center of the toxic fog and were still alive.

Li Xini did not send a message to the group chat of the senior executives, but only to Anthony.

Only he and Anthony had seen Fu Yunshen's true appearance.

The officer is still alive.

This was the only way he could reply to the message.

Yes, he is still alive.

Whether he will wake up or not is still unknown.

**

On the Chinese side.

As night passed, the news became even more explosive.

It remains a top trending topic on Weibo.

[Ugh, is there any news yet? Please give me some information!]

All flights to the university town have been suspended, so I couldn't get there even if I wanted to. I spent a whole night in fear.

I know Feng Yue and Teng Yunmeng escaped, but where is Ying Shen? Is Ying Shen alright?

Until an insider revealed some information.

[Yes, breaking news: a toxic fog has descended upon the university town, making it difficult for rescue teams to enter. Furthermore, Ying Zijing's name is not among those rescued.]

The post was met with a barrage of criticism.

[Rumors! Rumors!!!]

[I don't believe it! I absolutely don't believe it! How could Ying Shen be dead? She's still filming a music video with Yu Zai!]

I still haven't heard from Yu Zai, I'm starting to panic.

From the live stream, Qin Lingyu's fans could vaguely tell that she had probably gone to rescue someone.

The live stream was later cut off, and the fans had no idea what had happened.

Qin Lingyan was in O continent, but she was also keeping an eye on news from back home.

He sighed softly and handed his phone to Qin Lingyu, who was standing next to him: "Do you want to let your fans know you're safe?"

Qin Lingyu had one arm in a sling and her face was pale.

(End of this chapter)