Ling Tian returned to the camp at dusk. The members of the Huaxia team were amazed and relieved to see him back.
However, Ling Tian couldn't escape a lecture from the three leaders: Xuanyuan Jie, Zhuge Tianji, and Su Dacheng.
But that was all. They had also heard about the tragic events that occurred in the free zone last night. Ling Tian's safe return, without a single scratch, indicated that he had handled the situation with ease. It would have been ridiculous for them to worry excessively when the main party was unharmed.
Shortly after, Zhang Caifeng, who had recently woken up, learned the news and rushed into Ling Tian's arms, weeping profusely, which made Ling Tian feel rather awkward.
Finally, Ling Tian administered some medicine to Zhang Caifeng, making her sleep again, thus freeing himself.
It turned out that last night, Ling Tian had gone on a killing spree in the forest. He showed no mercy to the ability users who had come to hunt him, instantly switching the roles of hunter and prey. Ling Tian wasn't foolish enough to confront them head-on. Under the cover of night, he moved like a fish in water within the forest. He utilized various traps and ambushes, essentially reviewing the killing techniques he had learned from his fourth master, the King of Assassins, Xiang Yuntian.
As dawn approached, it began to rain heavily. Ling Tian immediately entered the spiritual realm space. After a good night's sleep, he returned to the camp. Of course, he fabricated an excuse, claiming he had returned much earlier and found a safe place to lie low.
"Alright, since you're safe, we won't say anything more. But this is a one-time thing! Ling Tian, we know you're very capable, but even the most cautious person can slip up. You can't do this again! If you plan to take any action, you must inform us in advance. We can help you brainstorm and coordinate your actions…" Su Dacheng, like a fussy housekeeper, continued to nag.
Ling Tian nodded absently. "I understand, leader. But I need to go out now!"
"Where are you going? Are you still planning to cause trouble?" Su Dacheng's eyes widened in anger.
"Don't worry, I'm not going far. I'll be within the order zone, going to the bar!" Ling Tian said with a grin.
"What are you going to the bar for?"
"To strike while the iron is hot, of course, and maximize the profits!"
And so, Ling Tian headed to the bar. As he had predicted, the effect was quite astonishing. Everyone in the bar was stunned to see Ling Tian appear. This indicated that the annihilation operation targeting Ling Tian last night had completely failed, and those people in the forest had died in vain!
Ling Tian walked into the bar, approached the counter, ordered a drink from the bartender, and then, holding his glass, walked towards a group of people. This group was none other than the American team, led by Prometheus.
Just yesterday, the Americans in the bar were the most popular. Many people fawned over them, either hoping to be recruited by the Americans and enjoy a life of luxury or hoping the Americans would assign them lucrative tasks to earn a substantial amount of money. But today, almost no one approached them. Those who had gone out to search returned with news from outside, and the photos they had taken clearly depicted the massacre that had occurred last night. Some even harbored dark thoughts, wondering if the Americans were colluding with Ling Tian, using the US dollars as bait to lure people to the free zone for Ling Tian to slaughter. The reason for this, they speculated, might be for a sacrifice, as depicted in American TV shows and movies.
Ling Tian spotted Leo, the guy he had kicked away at the Australian dock when he tried to flirt with Zhang Caifeng.
"Hey, buddy, enjoying yourself? Recovering well, huh? Out for a drink just a few days later. How's it going, can you keep your hands to yourself?"
Leo, hearing Ling Tian's words, felt both ashamed and angry, but he truly dared not do anything to Ling Tian. So, the guy immediately activated his ability and vanished from the bar in an instant. Ling Tian nodded, thinking how useful this ability was, at least much more practical than burrowing into the ground.
He then turned his attention to Bice, who was sitting at a table quietly drinking juice. This woman, with her healing ability, had a personality that clashed with the flamboyant Americans.
"Hey, beautiful, good evening. What was your name again? I remember you were called something like Bitch!" Ling Tian, with his mischievous nature, deliberately mispronounced Bice's name. Bice's nose twitched with anger. "Bitch" meant a derogatory term for a woman, and calling someone that was practically an insult to their face. Ling Tian did this intentionally. At this moment, Ling Tian secretly observed Bice using his divine eye ability. He noticed that under the stimulation of anger, the woman's ability was constantly gathering, even showing signs of imminent eruption. If Ling Tian were to name the greatest threat from the American team, he would undoubtedly say Bice. This woman's healing ability greatly increased the Americans' survival rate and allowed them to return to the battlefield quickly. Furthermore, Ling Tian suspected that this woman's skills were far more than just healing. He wanted to provoke her, to force out her potential and see her true strength.
Unfortunately, at this moment, Prometheus walked over. He first patted Bice's shoulder, signaling her to calm down, and then stood between Ling Tian and Bice.
"Mr. Ling Tian, is it not very gentlemanly of you to speak to a lady like that?"
"Gentlemanly? That depends on who it is. There are so many beautiful women in this bar, and I'm very gentlemanly towards them. But we are different; we are enemies. Mr. Prometheus, you are quite the big spender, offering a bounty of 50 million US dollars to kill me. How about you give me the money, and I'll kill myself right in front of you?" Ling Tian said mockingly.
"Fine, if you kill yourself right now, I'll transfer the money immediately!" Prometheus said with a face as cold as ice.
"Hey, hey, what are you guys doing? This is a bar, a place to relax. Everyone, sit down and have a drink. Let's not be so tense. There's nothing that can't be discussed; we can sit down and talk slowly. Mr. Ling Tian, there's a saying in your Huaxia: 'Seek common ground while reserving differences.' Although we have some conflicts, these conflicts are not insurmountable." A voice with a very magnetic tone emerged. Ling Tian looked over and saw a middle-aged man in his early forties. This person was none other than Prometheus's deputy, Arthur. As Arthur stepped in to mediate, Bice glanced at him and turned to leave the bar. At this moment, Arthur gave Prometheus a knowing look.