Coastal.
On a secluded, towering cliff atop a stretch of sea gently caressed by the afterglow of the setting sun, several dark figures stood silently, as if night had fallen prematurely.
The sea breeze, carrying a slightly salty scent, gently brushed against the hem of their clothes, yet it could not penetrate the chill and mystery emanating from their tight black attire.
Their gazes, sharp as eagles, were fixed on the seemingly ordinary pharmacy not far away.
To outsiders, this pharmacy might just be an inconspicuous presence in a small seaside town, but to the Sakura spy organization, it was an invaluable treasure and a strategically significant observation post.
The pharmacy enjoys a prime location, situated on a small peninsula surrounded by reefs, backed by lush mountains and facing the vast ocean.
From here, nothing can escape its "eyes," whether it's a ship sailing in the distance or the slightest movement near the shore.
For Sakura spies engaged in covert operations, this place is undoubtedly a chosen one, an excellent base where they can gain the upper hand in information and see through every little movement.
However, this auspicious land changed hands to a young man named Zhang Fan due to a sudden change in circumstances.
Zhang Fan's arrival shattered the Sakura spies' dream of coveting this stronghold.
Earlier, the Sakura organization had attempted to scare away the new "landlord" through unorthodox methods, such as playing tricks or using supernatural tricks.
They dispatched agents skilled in psychological tactics to create various eerie phenomena using light and sound in the dead of night, attempting to plant seeds of fear in Zhang Fan's heart and force him to abandon this precious land.
However, Zhang Fan was not intimidated. Instead, with extraordinary calmness and courage, he exposed these "ghosts" one by one and captured them on the spot, demonstrating his extraordinary courage and decisiveness.
Upon learning of this, the Sakura spy organization was filled with anger and resentment, as if a wildfire had broken out. They knew that losing this observation post meant they would have to face more uncertainty and risks in future operations.
Therefore, the Sakura leadership decided that they must reclaim this lost territory at all costs to avenge the previous failed operation, especially to avenge the agents such as Angie who sacrificed their lives.
Thus, a more secretive and dangerous plan quietly took shape.
The Sakura Organization decided to deploy their most elite forces—high-ranking ninjas.
These ninjas, who have undergone rigorous training since childhood, are not only proficient in combat and ninjutsu, but also skilled in stealth and infiltration, making them the most feared members of the Sakura Organization.
Their participation undoubtedly increased the chances of success in this recapture operation.
As night fell, the sea breeze grew even more biting. The men in black on the cliff top seemed to blend into the darkness, leaving only pairs of eyes gleaming coldly as they stared intently at the pharmacy below.
As the commander gave the deep, powerful order, the men in black vanished like ghosts, their figures moving with lightning speed as they silently pounced on their target.
Using the cover of night and the terrain, they skillfully evaded possible surveillance and alarms. Every move they made was calculated with precision, demonstrating the cunning and treachery that the Sakura spy organization was known for.
Inside the pharmacy, Zhang Fan was intently organizing the medicinal herbs, completely unaware of the impending crisis.
However, the unusual atmosphere in the air seemed to foreshadow an approaching storm.
A sense of unease inexplicably rose in Zhang Fan's heart. When he turned around, he saw something approaching.
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As night deepened, the sea breeze seemed to carry a chill, and Zhang Fan's busy figure in the pharmacy appeared particularly focused under the dim light.
However, this tranquility did not last long. An indescribable tension, like an undercurrent, foreshadowed the coming storm.
A strange light flashed in Zhang Fan's eyes unintentionally; it was his unique secret—X-ray vision.
This ability allows him to see into a world that ordinary people cannot see. Whether it is a threat hidden in the shadows or a subtle change in movement, nothing can escape his eyes.
At that moment, he keenly sensed an unusual aura slowly approaching from underground, as silent as a venomous snake.
"Has it arrived?" Zhang Fan thought to himself, but his hands didn't stop. He continued to skillfully process the medicinal herbs, as if everything was normal.
However, his mind was already racing, rapidly devising a countermeasure.
Just then, a ninja suddenly emerged from the ground like a ghost, his speed almost exceeding the limits of what the naked eye could perceive.
The ghost blade in his hand gleamed with a chilling light under the moonlight, as if it could cut through any obstacle.
The ninja aimed directly at Zhang Fan's head, attempting to end the battle with a single, fatal blow.
However, he clearly underestimated Zhang Fan's strength.
Zhang Fan's reaction speed was almost synchronized with the ninja's attack.
The moment the ninja appeared, he sensed the danger. The alchemy furnace in his hand instantly transformed into a black shadow, carrying immense force as it slammed down on the ninja.
The alchemy furnace, this seemingly cumbersome object, was as flexible as a living thing in Zhang Fan's hands, and its power was enough to make any opponent tremble.
The ninja never expected Zhang Fan's reaction to be so swift and powerful.
Before the ghost blade even touched its target, his body was sent flying by the immense force of the alchemy furnace, crashing heavily to the ground. The ghost blade in his hand also flew out of his grasp, making a crisp metallic clanging sound.
The ninja collapsed limply to the ground, his breath weak, clearly having lost his fighting ability.
This scene shocked the other ninjas hiding in the shadows.
They originally thought that with the ninjas' stealth and surprise attacks, they could easily take down this seemingly ordinary pharmacy owner.
However, reality gave them a harsh slap in the face.
They had to admit that this young man named Zhang Fan was far more powerful than they had imagined.
Seeing that the sneak attack had failed, the remaining ninjas stopped hiding and appeared, surrounding Zhang Fan.
Their eyes held both anger and resentment, as if they wanted to devour Zhang Fan alive.
However, Zhang Fan appeared unusually calm. His eyes, sharp as a hawk's, scanned the surrounding enemies, and he had already made a plan in his mind.
"Hmph, the Sakura spy organization, what a bunch of overconfident fools." Zhang Fan sneered, his tone full of disdain and mockery.
Although these ninjas were all highly skilled, they were as insignificant as ants in front of him.
The battle resumed, with the ninjas unleashing their unique skills in an attempt to overwhelm Zhang Fan with their numerical advantage.
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