Starting Cultivation in Wasteland

Chapter 922 - 790: The Bottom Falls Out

According to Little Lake’s information, the place where No. 1 and No. 3 Supreme are going is a valley more than a hundred kilometers away from Green Water City.Meanwhile, No. 2 and No. 10 are at a hotel, not far from the military region on Star No. 2.

The two locations are over one hundred fifty kilometers apart.

Everyone discussed it and decided that Qu Jianlei and Granny Jia would form a group to attack No. 1 and No. 3 in the valley.

It’s a newly developed scenic spot by a consortium, mainly for high-end clientele, and these two Supremes were invited there.

The consortium also sent a Supreme there to host them; otherwise, they wouldn’t have had the qualifications to invite these two.

Paranoid and Bentley, among others, would head to the hotel to take No. 2 by surprise and take down the hunting team.

At a glance, neither side’s task seems easy.

Qu Jianlei and Granny Jia will face three Supremes, which is relatively easier.

The group led by Paranoid has to face a Supreme and also eliminate a hunting team with combat power comparable to the Supreme.

What’s most concerning is that not far from them is the military region, where there are not only Supremes but also military fleets.

This not only requires them to be quick in battle but also to retreat swiftly.

For those like Bentley, whose cultivation level is relatively low, escaping is quite difficult.

Granny Jia felt it was a bit inappropriate and even volunteered to go to the hotel first.

"...I won’t take action, just help you brew some rain clouds."

But Paranoid claimed it wasn’t an issue at all, "If worse comes to worst, they don’t have to go; I can handle it myself!"

Bentley and the others exchanged glances, seeing the defiance in each other’s eyes.

"Better take them along," Qu Jianlei waved to Bentley, "Old Ben, come with me..."

By noon, everyone set out, as leaving too late might lead to post-event analysis.

Qu Jianlei and Granny Jia reached the place in an hour.

The scenery around the valley is pleasant, with cyan mountains and green waters, fresh air—a good place for a visit.

Unfortunately, the sun was blazing, and the surroundings were cloudless, not at all looking like it would rain.

Qu Jianlei looked a bit worried, "In such weather... trying to make it rain naturally seems difficult, doesn’t it?"

"Not difficult at all," Granny Jia confidently responded.

She deliberately changed her appearance to look like a middle-aged woman, and her voice was slightly younger, with no trace of age.

"We can choose for the storm to come from afar or to have clouds rise in the mountains, both conforming to natural laws."

She truly deserved to be the top Water Attribute, able to manipulate any weather phenomenon with ease.

Qu Jianlei thought for a moment and said, "Better to have it rain gently, less conspicuous, hmm... Would it be troublesome?"

This was indeed the toughest, but Granny Jia nodded, "I also think it’s best; after all, we’re not in a hurry."

She hesitated and then said, "This Taylor is somewhat connected with me; can we spare him?"

Taylor is the Supreme from the consortium, usually on Star No. 3, who specially came this time.

"As long as he is sensible and doesn’t interfere," Qu Jianlei nodded slightly and then asked, "You haven’t informed him, right?"

"I’m not senile yet!" Granny Jia replied irritably, wondering who he was underestimating.

However, speaking of senility, it reminded her of another matter.

With that annoying Paranoid absent, she took the opportunity to ask, "By the way, do you have any life-extending treasure?"

Qu Jianlei truly didn’t want to deceive her, but he was well aware of the stir a life-extending treasure could cause.

Not to mention others, Paranoid would scarcely remain calm upon hearing about it.

Yet he wasn’t sure how much of the matter inside Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion was leaked by Luo Hanshuang—specifically, how much was forced out.

The words "Life-extending Pill" are in seal script; Little White Sweet does not know the elixir’s nature, but she can remember the character form, right?

As to whether anyone in the Divine Text Association or Anomalous Management Division can recognize these characters, that’s uncertain.

They’re likely unrecognizable, but what if?

Qu Jianlei pondered for a while before asking, "Why would you ask, are you bored with no one causing me trouble?"

Granny Jia shook her head, "I just feel... given your strength... among those I’ve met, your background is the most mysterious."

Qu Jianlei chuckled and shook his head, "Knowing my origin might disappoint you... it’s not mysterious at all."

Granny Jia smiled dismissively, "You mean the Garbage Star? I don’t believe your origin is limited to that."

"Hmm?" Qu Jianlei raised an eyebrow and looked at her in surprise, "How do you know that?"

"Relax, I haven’t touched your people," Granny Jia understood his concern and openly clarified.

"Actually, tracing back isn’t hard; it leads from Panda to Tian Hei, then to Black Heaven."

"Why did you kill Steve? Because he represented the Quantum Pioneer Team seeking someone."

"Once you can trace the Quantum Pioneer Team to Zarif Star, the rest will be easy to find... Do those fake ID dealers dare to deceive me?"

"Tracing to Zarif Star makes the rest even easier. At that time, the Star Thieves seized a starship from the Garbage Star!"

"On that starship, there should be a Gold Attribute A-level named Pan Yifu. My information isn’t wrong, right?"

Qu Jianlei could only offer a wry smile after hearing this, "You’ve really been attentive, I didn’t even know I had exposed so much."

"That’s because others weren’t as thorough in their investigations," Granny Jia remarked blandly, "It’s not difficult at all, just that too few people are willing to put in the effort."

Qu Jianlei had to admit the old woman’s reasoning was indeed sound. Even though he considered himself careful, the clues he left behind were too many.

But to investigate him so thoroughly, was it a bit over the top? "I never thought you’d pay such close attention to me."

"Mainly because you are close to Jiuxian and also Attributeless... I investigated thoroughly before you went to Star No. 4."

So early? Qu Jianlei was a bit surprised upon hearing this; the old lady could really keep quiet.

So, he nodded, "It seems you also heard about my recent return to the Garbage Star."

"You went to rescue your companion, that much I know," Granny Jia replied casually, "Being loyal and righteous... It’s good."

"Someone in your team should be from Garbage Star, right? For example, those with Electromagnetic Attribute and Wind Attribute."

People from Garbage Star indeed have a specific aura, it’s hard to hide from her even if it can fool others.

Is this what it feels like to be watched? Qu Jianlei felt a chill run down his spine.

He no longer had the mind to argue, just offering a bitter smile, "So I’m just a native of the Garbage Star, right?"

Granny Jia gave him an odd look, "A native of the Garbage Star... Please tell me, which native knows so much?"

Qu Jianlei decisively shut his mouth. Fine, you can imagine whatever you like, I have nothing more to say.

Seeing that he stopped talking, Granny Jia lost interest as well, "Forget it, I’m just asking casually."

"I won’t speak of your matters to anyone, and I will keep it hidden from Jiuxian as well... You shouldn’t go looking for her either."

Qu Jianlei was again slightly stunned upon hearing this, "I can avoid seeking her out, but why? Am I not trustworthy?"

"It’s because you’re poisonous," Granny Jia replied without hesitation, "Celt’s daughter is willing to follow you to kill."

Celt’s... daughter? Upon hearing this familiar-sounding name, Qu Jianlei was quite dumbstruck before asking, "Xiang Xue?"

"Of course, it’s her," Granny Jia answered offhandedly, "She can afford to play with you, but Jiuxian cannot."

"You also mentioned earlier that being a teacher is quite good, and I can’t protect her for much longer... She has Supreme potential."

Qu Jianlei thought for a moment and nodded, "Alright, I won’t actively disturb her; after all, we’re from two different worlds."

"That’s good," Granny Jia nodded with satisfaction, then turned around with a darkened expression.

Shouldn’t one listen to what the old folks say the opposite way?

She said all these words not for herself but hoping that after her passing, someone could look after Jiuxian.

In fact, Qu Jianlei was also quite annoyed; if you say I attract bad luck, fine, but to say I’m poisonous... Is this the PLUS version?

The afternoon passed slowly; after a while, Granny Jia spoke again, "Don’t tell Jiuxian about our departure."

At this, Qu Jianlei couldn’t hold back anymore. He was really puzzled in his heart, "Are you telling me not to say it, or hinting that I should?"

"I didn’t tell her," Granny Jia stated blandly, "She doesn’t even know you’ve come here."

Qu Jianlei couldn’t help but remain silent, only speaking after some time, "Our visit isn’t just to act on Star No. 2."

"I understand," Granny Jia responded without hesitation, "I can help with other planets too, please take good care of Jiuxian for me."

Qu Jianlei blinked once or twice before finally asking, "Doesn’t she have a husband?"

He hadn’t specifically inquired about this but was told by Bellini when he was at the Engineering College.

"That person is dead," the old woman replied calmly, "I killed him."

This... Qu Jianlei was rendered speechless, "Was it accidental?"

"He was a bastard," Granny Jia responded blandly, without any emotional fluctuation.

The next moment, she sneered, "But, having not encountered a couple of bastards... Can you call it youth?"

Qu Jianlei was silent for a moment, then nodded, "That’s true," this statement was quite reasonable.

So he consoled her again, "You shouldn’t worry too much, what if you really can surpass the Supreme?"

"How is that possible?" Granny Jia let out a bitter laugh, "Without enough spiritual... Alien Energy, I certainly won’t live past twenty years."

"But I still want to research what’s so mysterious about it. After all, I can’t live a meaningless life, right?"

"Can I say no?" Qu Jianlei replied with a wry smile, "I’ve said it before... I think having passion is a good thing."

Granny Jia, currently appearing as a middle-aged woman, had eyes that shifted and sparkled.

"I don’t know why, but I always feel you might have a way to extend life."

"That’s an illusion!" Qu Jianlei’s expression turned serious, and he spoke with righteous indignation, "If you say such things lightly, it could get me killed!"