God Eater Sequence: The Devourer

Zhao Longfei frowned, "Don't go making up nonsense, kid. My sister-in-law passed away before the apocalypse even started."

"If my brother heard you say that, he'd twist your head right off!"

Qin Siyang chuckled, "I was just curious… Don't worry, Principal Zhao, I won't spread rumors."

"Forget anything else. Last time, when Xiao Zhao and Xuanxuan reconciled, I worked my ass off for that!"

Zhao Longfei thought about it and had to admit Qin Siyang had a point.

So, he didn't scold him further.

Qin Siyang stared at Zhao Longfei with admiration in his eyes.

'This guy is a true powerhouse!'

Old Li had raw strength, but Zhao Longfei had influence.

Zhao Longfei noticed Qin Siyang's gaze and smiled slightly.

'This kid never knew his place. It is about time he got a taste of real power.'

He needed to learn some respect.

Zhao Longfei turned to Hao Liang.

"Professor Guo, we've wasted a lot of time."

"What does Principal Zhao want to say?"

"This situation should end here. You should leave. Your side struck first, failed to kill anyone, and lost quite a few people instead."

"Li Tianming and the others survived, but they're still victims in this."

"If you ask me, nobody is happy about how this turned out. It's better to stop here."

"You used to work in the same lab. Conflicts were inevitable. Later, you successfully forced Li Tianming out."

"Now, you're in Central Glory, and he's in South Glory. You each mind your own business. Besides, your research is ahead by two years. Why keep holding onto old grudges?"

After Zhao Longfei finished speaking, Hao Liang lowered his head in thought.

At this point, killing Li Tianming was no longer an option.

Staying here would serve no purpose other than annoying him.

"Fine. I'll leave. We'll meet again in the safe zone."

With that, Hao Liang turned to leave.

"Wait!"

Li Tianming suddenly pointed at Hao Liang, "You can go, but leave Hao Liang behind!"

Hao Liang smirked, "What nonsense are you spouting? I am Hao Liang."

"Cut the crap. I know Hao Liang's consciousness is still alive. You just locked him away with your ability."

"If you can possess people, then you can also leave his body. Get out of here."

Hao Liang laughed again, "I told you, I am Hao Liang."

"My research has already far surpassed your understanding."

Li Tianming roared, "Surpassed my ass! The very mechanism of your ability makes it impossible for you to kill Hao Liang. Get the hell out and leave him behind!"

"Or else, you're not going anywhere!"

"You won't let me leave? Great! Saves me the trouble."

"Old Li, then I'll ask you to do me a favor—kill me."

Saying this, Hao Liang stopped in his tracks, spread his arms, and faced Li Tianming.

"Go ahead. I promise, if you kill me, I won't fight back."

"But don't even think about capturing me alive. If you try, I'll just kill myself."

Zhang Kuang saw the fury in Li Tianming's reddened eyes and feared he'd act recklessly. He whispered a reminder, "If he dies, then old Hao dies too."

"I fucking know that!"

Right now, Hao Liang's consciousness was suppressed by Guo Jiuxiao's ability.

If they made a move, Guo Jiuxiao would surely escape, but Hao Liang would die for sure.

Hearing this, everyone fell silent.

Even Li Tianming had to abandon the idea of attacking.

Hao Liang glanced around, "No one's stopping me? If not, I'm leaving."

"Principal Zhao, I'm going now."

Zhao Longfei waved him off, "I won't see you out."

His job was done, he'd found the mole and saved Qin Siyang.

As for Hao Liang…

There was nothing he could do.

He didn't even know what Guo Jiuxiao's ability was, and Li Tianming's group didn't seem to have any plan either.

As for Wu Yu, who had been blocking Hao Liang's path, even he reluctantly stepped aside.

Everyone could only watch Hao Liang leave with cold expressions.

With Hao Liang as a shield, taking down Guo Jiuxiao would be even harder now.

They had to think of a way to save Hao Liang.

Hao Liang, meanwhile, was quite pleased. He nodded in satisfaction.

"Alright, since no one's keeping me here, then see you all later."

Saying that, he took out a vial of clear liquid and drank it in one gulp.

Li Tianming and the others instantly recognized it. It was Hao Liang's self-developed invisibility potion.

It could mask one's presence, scent, and tracks outside the safe zone.

A terrifyingly strong tool.

In the dangerous wilds outside, this potion was a great way to avoid gods' attacks.

However, it had significant limitations.

First, the potion didn't work inside safe zones.

Second, most people outside the zones were hunting gods. Hiding from them wasn't useful.

Even if it was used, activating any ability would cancel the effect.

So, its use in ambushes wasn't great either.

Essentially, this invisibility potion had yet to find its niche or market.

It was basically just for Hao Liang's personal use.

After drinking it, Hao Liang grinned.

"Goodbye, everyo—"

But just as he was about to wave goodbye, his expression suddenly froze.

Everyone looked at him in confusion.

His facial muscles twisted into a grimace, his features contorted in agony, and his head trembled violently. His eyes darted around frantically.

Clutching his head, Hao Liang screamed, "What… what's happening? What the hell is this?"

"My ability… why isn't it working?"

Then, he suddenly threw his head back and laughed wildly. "Guo Jiuxiao, the vial you just drank. It wasn't the invisibility potion. It was an exorcism serum I specially made for you!!"

Hao Liang's face twisted in shock, "Exorcism serum?"

"The others didn't have time for research, but I've been working tirelessly on the front lines. Exorcism serum—this is my latest breakthrough."

After just a few laughs, Hao Liang's face contorted again, "Impossible! How did you know in advance I'd take control of you?"

"I didn't. I was just prepared for anything!"

"Before I go, I'm taking you down with me!"

Saying this, Hao Liang's right hand pulled a dagger from his waist and stabbed toward his own throat.

His left hand, however, immediately blocked the right.

He struggled against himself, sweat beading on his forehead. The blade tip punctured his skin, drawing blood.

Gritting his teeth, he saw the dagger's edge nearing his artery and frantically called out, "Old Wu, what the hell are you waiting for? Help me!!"

"Oh."

Wu Yu adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, stepped forward, and drew his short blade.

Swish—

A single clean stroke.

Hao Liang's right hand, still gripping the dagger, was severed.

"AAAH! MY HAND!!!"

Hao Liang collapsed in pain, "Wu Yu, are you insane? Guo Jiuxiao is already at his limit! You just had to restrain my hand! Why the hell did you chop it off?"

Wu Yu adjusted his glasses again and said flatly,

"For your safety, of course."

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