881: Chapter 870: The Effects of the Nine Souls Jade 881: Chapter 870: The Effects of the Nine Souls Jade The headquarters of the Umbrella Corporation is established in the Bering Strait.
The entrance is located on the surface of the sea, but they possess a massive underwater base.
What unsettled Ning Fan the most was that Umbrella truly showed no regard for America, brazenly constructing a base right on their doorstep.
But that’s not entirely accurate.
There’s also the Russian Bear to consider.
Umbrella placed its base right between the two nations—one has to wonder what they were thinking.
Should we call it a bold choice?
The three days given to Ning Fan by Teng Yunge had passed quickly.
At the end of the final day, Teng Yunge had just finished a conversation with Konstantin.
“Hmph, Konstantin, you sure have good intentions.
You actually demanded that I don’t return until the investigation is fully completed.
Do you take me for a fool?!”
Teng Yunge sneered.
Konstantin certainly had ambitious plans, feigning sincerity as he explained that the matter involving Night Five in Huaxia was critical, concerning the reputation of Umbrella.
Thus, he earnestly hoped that Teng Yunge would investigate thoroughly before returning.
This eagerness to keep him away from the headquarters’ power hub—what could Konstantin be plotting?
Was there even a need to guess?
Throughout this entire affair, Teng Yunge had sensed plenty of ill intent from Konstantin.
But Teng Yunge wasn’t anxious.
Even if he wasn’t physically at headquarters, he had prepared a big surprise for Konstantin!
“Fei Peilie, it’s time to head out with Ning Fan!”
Teng Yunge glanced at Fei Peilie.
The three days had passed, and Ning Fan must have completed his preparations by now.
It was time for them to depart.
Fei Peilie nodded, took a deep breath, and the resolute look in his eyes gleamed.
Everything hinges on this.
If the mission succeeds, Teng Yunge will rise to the rank of Number One, and as his steward, Fei Peilie will ascend to unprecedented power, second only to Teng Yunge himself.
To say he wasn’t excited or hopeful would be a lie.
Fei Peilie had made up his mind.
Although this mission carried immense risk, high risk often equates to high reward.
If successful, the benefits for him would be monumental.
As for failure…
Fei Peilie didn’t want to dwell on it, nor did he dare to.
This mission must succeed; failure was not an option!
A successful completion would lead to glory and prosperity for all, but failure would mean a plunge into the abyss of utter ruin!
Teng Yunge watched Fei Peilie’s departing figure, nodding internally.
He was pleased with Fei Peilie’s resolve.
As a man of ambition himself, Teng Yunge desired subordinates who weren’t stagnant or content with mediocrity.
“Konstantin, are you ready?”
Teng Yunge stood cloaked in shadow, a sinister cold smile on his face.
His expression was grim and chilling, enough to make one’s hair stand on end.
…
“Hmph, Tulip, it’s been quite a while.
Looks like life has treated you well under Asura’s wing?”
Fei Peilie sneered as he looked at Tulip behind Ning Fan.
The presence of this woman was a startling surprise for him.
Clearly, she had betrayed Umbrella and pledged allegiance to Ning Fan.
Fei Peilie had no intention of being courteous to traitors!
Tulip’s expression shifted at his words.
She understood his meaning, and rage swelled within her.
However, due to Ning Fan’s presence, she managed to suppress her anger.
Noticing the malice behind Fei Peilie’s words, Ning Fan stepped forward, his gaze sharp as he warned, “Tulip is mine now.
Understood?”
As he said this, Ning Fan released his aura.
When Fei Peilie felt the True Origin Realm pressure emanating from Ning Fan’s presence, his expression shifted dramatically.
“Impossible?!”
Fei Peilie stared at Ning Fan in shock and disbelief.
Three days ago, Ning Fan’s strength had been on par with his own.
Yet now, in such a short span, Ning Fan had reached the True Origin Realm—it was utterly inconceivable.
As Fei Peilie’s face showed pure astonishment, Tulip couldn’t help laughing scornfully.
At the same time, she too was taken aback by Ning Fan’s potential.
Her new leader’s capabilities were undeniably extraordinary.
Ning Fan simply smiled and ignored Fei Peilie.
His warning was not merely to rebuke him but also to gain Tulip’s trust.
Moreover, Fei Peilie had insulted his subordinate.
As a leader, could Ning Fan allow him to continue unchecked?
And with Ning Fan’s current strength far beyond what it had been, he was now a True Origin Realm cultivator.
Fei Peilie was no match for him.
Even two Fei Peilie’s combined wouldn’t be enough to challenge Ning Fan.
At this point, Fei Peilie had no right to flaunt himself before Ning Fan.
“True Origin Realm, truly the True Origin Realm?!”
Fei Peilie gritted his teeth, staring at Ning Fan, sweat beading on his forehead.
Ning Fan’s strength had advanced to this terrifying degree—a fact Fei Peilie struggled to grasp.
How had Ning Fan achieved a breakthrough to the True Origin Realm in a mere three days?
Just what had transpired during this time?
Could it be the Nine Souls Jade?!
Suddenly, Fei Peilie recalled Ning Fan’s prior insistence.
He had displayed no fear when planning with Teng Yunge to assassinate Konstantin.
Instead, Ning Fan had demanded that he receive a piece of Nine Souls Jade as payment before agreeing to anything…
Now Fei Peilie understood why Ning Fan had been so adamant about obtaining the Nine Souls Jade!
“So that’s it…
So that’s it…”
The Nine Souls Jade’s remarkable power astonished Fei Peilie.
No wonder both Konstantin and Ning Fan desired it so intensely!
Recognizing the Jade’s significance left Fei Peilie with a sense of unease.
He looked at Ning Fan with fear.
If Ning Fan, already in possession of six pieces of Nine Souls Jade, obtained the seventh, would Teng Yunge truly be able to control him?
Fei Peilie harbored serious doubts.
He resolved to report his concerns to Teng Yunge after the mission ended.
Ning Fan must not be underestimated!
“What’s the matter?
Is there something on my face?
You’ve been staring at me…”
Ning Fan’s cold reply yanked Fei Peilie back to reality.
Startled by Ning Fan’s voice, Fei Peilie immediately lowered his head, terrified that Ning Fan might detect his thoughts and retaliate with lethal force.
After all, Ning Fan was now a formidable True Origin Realm cultivator—someone Fei Peilie could not afford to offend.
Being a smart man, Fei Peilie understood he needed to keep quiet, avoiding further provocation.
Watching Fei Peilie’s humbled demeanor, Tulip felt a surge of satisfaction.
Her loyalty to Ning Fan deepened as a result.
Ning Fan had achieved dual objectives: solidifying loyalty and subtly reprimanding Fei Peilie, ensuring his future compliance.
“Let’s move!”
Ning Fan commanded, his overwhelming aura radiating unyielding determination.