The system is four years ahead of schedule, but Weird is still a cub.

"Master, we can't find the source of the video signal. They're very cautious, using multiple encryption technologies. It should be related to these debugging devices." After some investigation, Xiao Qi reported the findings to Shen Ge through his earpiece.

Shen Ge nodded calmly and continued to speak formally with Deng Yuqi and the others in the video. Just then, Blood Spider, who was left in the lounge by Xiao Qi, discovered that an international anti-deception organization's guard team was gathering in the corridor and had arranged for two staff members to knock on the door.

After hearing Xiao Qi's report, Shen Ge tapped his wristwatch a few times, instructing Xiao Qi to contact Cheng's mother and ask her to cover for them for a while in the name of the family. He also told York to throw out anyone who violently broke into the lounge.

Although York couldn't handle high-level monsters, he was still a warrior who had survived for decades in the post-apocalyptic world, so dealing with a few modern monster warriors wouldn't be a problem.

Inside the briefing room, the atmosphere appeared harmonious, but undercurrents were actually swirling.

Shen Ge calmly dealt with "Deng Yuqi" and "Li Xiang" on the communication screen, his words were watertight, and he reported the situation in the multiple layers of strange space by mixing truth and falsehood, which satisfied the need for "performance" and protected the core secrets.

Colonel Hansen stood to the side with a smile on his face, but his eyes would occasionally sweep over Shen Ge with a scrutinizing gaze. However, he was unaware that his every move was being monitored by Xiao Qi.

Meanwhile, in the corridor of the anti-terrorist agents' rest area at the other end of the base.

A team of twelve fully armed guards, dressed in the black standard combat uniforms of the international anti-terrorist organization "IDEA," silently assembled outside the lounge where York, Xiaoya, Shirley, and others were.

The team leader was a stern-faced lieutenant who whispered into the communicator, "Target confirmed indoors. Team A, knock on the door. Team B, prepare for a assault."

A guard stepped forward, raised his hand, and knocked on the heavy alloy door, his voice curt: "Routine inspection, please open the door and cooperate."

Inside, Shirley was anxiously watching over the unconscious Sally, waiting for Shen Ge to return. Hearing a knock on the door, she immediately stood up alertly.

Xiaoya subconsciously moved closer to York, who was sitting in the corner with his eyes closed, resting.

York suddenly opened his eyes, a hint of ferocity flashing in his crimson pupils, and the dark red veins on his arm glowed slightly.

Shirley walked to the door and looked through the peephole. Seeing the heavily armed guards outside, her heart sank. She didn't open the door, but asked through it, "What are you checking? We already had a preliminary check when we entered the base. Captain Shen and Captain Camille know we're here."

"During this special period, orders from higher command are in place to conduct thorough quarantine scans on all personnel returning from the disaster-stricken area. Please open the door immediately, or we will take necessary measures." The voice outside the door was devoid of emotion.

Shirley turned to look at York, her eyes questioning. York slowly stood up, his burly frame resembling a volcano about to erupt. He received the message Shen Ge had relayed through Xiao Qi, and his gaze sharpened. He walked to the door and said in a deep voice, "Captain Shen said that no one is allowed to disturb him until he returns. You can wait."

"Final warning, open the door!" The voice outside the door suddenly rose in volume, carrying an unquestionable command.

Click!

The sound of a gun's safety being released came from outside the door!
Shirley's expression changed: "They're going to force their way in!"

Before he finished speaking——

boom! ! !
The heavy alloy door lock suddenly caved in and deformed, clearly indicating the use of an explosive device. Immediately afterward, a large foot wearing a tactical boot slammed into the door, violently smashing it open.

Six guards surged into the room like cheetahs, while the remaining six stood guard outside the door, their guns instantly pointed at the people inside: "Don't move! Hands up!"

"You're asking for death!" York roared in suppressed rage. The dark red veins on his right arm suddenly burst into a blinding red light, and the black blood vessels under his skin wriggled, multiplied, and coiled wildly like living things!
The entire arm instantly swelled and transformed into a terrifying form covered in dark red keratin, with knotted muscles, and the end turned into a giant bone claw!
He gave his opponent no time to react, and his huge bone claw swept out like lightning with a whooshing sound as it tore through the air!

boom! boom! boom!
The three guards at the front were hit as if by a heavy truck. Their weapons flew out of their hands, and they screamed as they were slammed into the wall. The alloy wall dented, and they spat out blood, instantly losing their fighting ability!

"Fire! Target: the weirdo!" The team leader, a lieutenant, shouted the order in a mix of shock and anger.

Ta-ta-ta-ta-!
Without hesitation, the remaining three guards pulled the trigger, and large-caliber eerie bullets, trailing a ghostly blue trajectory, were fired at York at close range.

York's massive body displayed astonishing agility. He suddenly turned to the side, his bone claws protecting him. With a clanging sound, most of the bullets were deflected by his bone claws covered in dark red keratin, sparks flying everywhere. However, a few bullets still struck his swollen chest, abdomen, and shoulders.

puff!

Dark green blood splattered, and York let out a muffled groan, but the bizarre bullets didn't seem to have killed him; instead, they fueled his ferocious instincts. Ignoring the pain, like a raging bear, he took a step forward, his massive bone claws carrying terrifying wind pressure, and viciously clawed at the guard who had fired the shot.

"Ah—!" A guard was grabbed by the leg by a bone claw and swung around like a rag doll, slamming him hard into his companion! The other two hurriedly dodged, and their formation was instantly thrown into chaos.

Xiaoya screamed in fright, and Shirley quickly pulled her over, and together they stood guard in front of Sally's hospital bed, watching the bloody scene with bated breath.

She hadn't expected York to be so powerful, and she certainly hadn't expected that the "IDEA" people would actually dare to make a move.

Alarms blared down the corridor, and more footsteps surged toward them. Just as the leading lieutenant, horrified by York's ferocity, was preparing to call for reinforcements—

"stop!"

A clear and authoritative female voice rang out at the end of the chaotic corridor.

Cheng's mother strode in, escorted by several sharp-looking bodyguards in suits. Although her face was still somewhat pale, her eyes were sharp as knives, and the aura of someone accustomed to being in a position of power instantly suppressed the chaotic situation.

"What are you doing? Who gave you permission to use force against my guest?" Cheng's mother's gaze swept coldly over the fallen guards and the lieutenant in charge, finally settling on York, who was covered in blood and looked like a ferocious beast. A hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, but her tone remained unquestionable.

When the lieutenant leading the team saw Cheng's mother, his expression changed slightly. He clearly recognized this important figure of special status, but he still forced a smile and said, "Ms. Cheng, we are ordered to conduct mandatory quarantine on high-risk targets. This is in accordance with the base's security regulations. This strange man is extremely dangerous and has already attacked our people."

"High-risk target? Mandatory quarantine?" A cold smile curled at the corner of Cheng's lips, her gaze as sharp as an icicle.

“I don’t care whose orders you are on. This Mr. York and his companion are honored guests of the Cheng family. They are guaranteed by the Cheng family and the family is fully responsible for their subsequent medical and security matters. If there are any quarantine requirements, please apply to us through formal diplomatic channels.”

"Now, take your people and leave immediately!" Her words were firm and authoritative.

The deep roots of Cheng's mother's family in Australian politics and business are far beyond what a mere base lieutenant could contend with.

“Ms. Cheng, this…” The lieutenant leading the team was sweating profusely. He had clearly received orders to take the target away, but Cheng’s mother’s firm stance left him in a difficult position.

"Should I personally call your Colonel Hansen, or... directly contact General Smith at IDEA headquarters?" Cheng's mother asked coldly, taking out a specially made satellite phone.

The lieutenant's face turned completely pale at the mention of General Smith's name. He knew Cheng's mother definitely had that kind of influence. He gritted his teeth, whispered a few words into the communicator, and then waved to the remaining team members: "Take the wounded and retreat."

The guards were overjoyed, as they had no desire to face York, a monster. They quickly lifted their unconscious companion and evacuated the chaotic corridor.

Only then did Mrs. Cheng look into the lounge. Her gaze swept over York, who was injured but still fierce, Xiaoya, who was still in shock, and Shirley, who was protecting Sally. Her tone softened as she asked, "Are you all alright?"

Shirley quickly shook her head: "Thank you, Ms. Cheng. We're fine. It's all thanks to Mr. York; otherwise, we might not have made it to you."

York injected a dose of the freak energy suppressant that Shen Ge had left him into his arm. The grotesque mutation on his arm was slowly fading, and the wound was healing at a speed visible to the naked eye.

He looked at Cheng's mother with a complicated expression, and finally said in a low voice, "Thank you."

Shen Ge had long anticipated that the international anti-ghost organization would not let him take the person away easily, so he deliberately left a few precautions before going to the conference room, including the ghost energy inhibitor left for York.

Madam Cheng nodded and instructed the guards behind her, "Stand here. No one is allowed to approach this room without my permission or Shen Ge's order."

Then she looked at York and Sherry: "Don't worry, no one will be able to bother you until Shen Ge comes back. As for Sally... I will arrange for a more reliable doctor and research team to come and take a look. But I heard from Shen Ge that he has already arranged for people from the Rong City Special Affairs Department to take over. The people there are more authoritative. The Qi Energy Inhibitor was developed by the Rong City Special Affairs Department, so I believe your sister will be fine."

"Thank you." Shirley bowed gratefully to Cheng's mother.

York nodded silently and returned to Xiaoya's side.

The briefing room.

Shen Ge's wristwatch vibrated very slightly. This was a signal from Xiao Qi via an encrypted channel, indicating that the crisis in the lounge had been temporarily averted and that Cheng's mother had arrived and taken control of the situation.

The international anti-terrorist organization was unaware that Cheng's mother had attempted to break away from the family; otherwise, it wouldn't have been so easy for her to control the situation.

After all, this was a "strange person" brought out from the multiple strange spaces in the disaster zone, and his value was self-evident. Even if Camille had not "leaked the secret," the international anti-strange organization would not easily let go of anyone that Shen Ge brought out from the multiple strange spaces.

However, Shen Ge's strength is undeniable, and his previous "heroic achievements" at the Australian base are enough to deter others. If they want to take action against Shen Ge, they must carefully consider their own strength and whether they should mobilize the entire international anti-terrorist organization to "declare war" on Shen Ge and the Rong City Special Operations Department behind him.

Shen Ge felt slightly reassured, but on the surface, she remained calm and continued to have a "friendly" exchange with "Deng Yuqi" and "Li Xiang" on the screen.

Colonel Hansen seemed to have also received news of the guards' failed operation; his smile became somewhat stiff, and a shadow of gloom flashed in the depths of his eyes.

"Shen Ge, you must follow 'IDEA's' arrangements over there, actively cooperate with the inspection and follow-up work, and don't cause any trouble." "Deng Yuqi" on the screen earnestly instructed, her tone carrying a hint of "superior's" concern.

Shen Ge sneered inwardly, but on the surface he showed just the right amount of "respect": "Yes, Minister, I understand. However, Colonel Hansen just mentioned that abnormal energy fluctuations were detected in the base's underground and he wants to invite me to assist in the investigation. I am worried that my injuries have not yet healed and I may not be able to do the job."

"Oh? The injury?" Deng Yuqi asked with concern, "Is it serious? Does the base need to provide the best medical care?"

"No need to trouble yourself, a few days of rest will suffice," Shen Ge declined.

Just then, Xiao Qi's voice secretly reached Shen Ge's ears again: "Master, I have contacted Vice Minister Liu. They will arrive at the base in one hour."

An hour?

Shen Ge calculated the time; even if the dispute between Cheng's mother and her family were exposed at this point, it wouldn't be so easy for the base to take her away.

Even if Shen Ge and the international anti-terrorist organization completely break ties at this point, Liu Jiayi can still arrive before the conflict occurs and "clean up the mess" in the name of the Special Operations Department.

Thinking of this, Shen Ge decided to stop playing along. He said to "Deng Yuqi" and "Li Xiang" on the screen, "Minister, Minister Li, there seems to be some emergency at the base that I need to handle. Shall we contact each other again later?"

Before Deng Yuqi could say anything more, Shen Ge said to Colonel Hansen, "Colonel, my men seem to be in some trouble. I need to go check on them. Excuse me."

After saying that, without waiting for a response, he turned around and walked towards the door, his movements swift and decisive, carrying an unquestionable air.

Colonel Hansen's expression changed, and he tried to stop him: "Captain Shen Ge, the communication isn't over yet..."

"The safety of my subordinates is more important." Shen Ge interrupted him without turning her head, her hand already on the doorknob, silently leaving a blood spider the size of an ant on the doorknob.

Colonel Hansen's eyes flickered, but he ultimately did not forcefully stop her. He watched Shen Ge disappear through the door, his face instantly darkening, and he spoke a few words urgently into the communicator.

Shen Ge and Xiao Qi walked briskly through the base's passageway, heading directly towards the rest area.

"Master, Colonel Hansen seems to have reported the situation to his superiors, and the security level inside the base is being quietly increased," Xiao Qi reported.

"Perfect, let's play with them then," Shen Ge said with a smile. (End of Chapter)