Reverse flow of the Yellow Springs

Chapter 21 Siege!

"Slim dog!"

Li Yelai glanced at the dense crowd nearby, cold sweat already beading on his forehead, yet he still spoke sarcastically to the stranger he was meeting for the first time.

He then lowered his left hand and pressed it firmly against his thigh. After pressing for several seconds, the communicator on his left wrist emitted an emergency signal.

However, Li Yelai's mockery was actually quite precise, as he concealed his psionic weaponry, the scarlet longsword.

The official equipment department specially prepared a large parasol for him to use as a scabbard and for concealment.

These are the models typically used by street vendors, with umbrellas exceeding two meters in height. They can conceal not only scarlet longswords, but even halberds.

The guy holding the black umbrella was only a regular-sized umbrella.

Compared to Li Yelai's large black umbrella, isn't it just like a greyhound?

But in reality, Li Yelai already knew that the visitor had ill intentions.

He first learned about the Black Umbrella from Wang De.

According to Wang De, the mysterious figure was a young man who liked to carry an umbrella on sunny days. He had met Wang De when Wang De was still a scavenger in his youth.

According to subsequent official investigations, it was learned that Wang De had had multiple contacts with the Black Umbrella Youth over the decades.

Furthermore, the Ghost Immortal Altar and the silver bell that summons the knight were provided by the young man with the black umbrella.

Wang De displayed fear, obsequiousness, and vigilance towards the young men under the black umbrella.

He also warned his relatives and subordinates to "beware of people who carry umbrellas on sunny days."

This information alone is enough to raise the alarm among the authorities.

It should be noted that Wang De was nearly ninety years old when he died, and he had been associated with the Black Umbrella since he was young.

Over the years, Wang De has grown to be in his seventies or eighties. But the black umbrella remains unchanged.

Time seems to have left no trace on him.

Moreover, he could readily produce a silver bell and the knight's ashes.

It is important to know that psionic weapons are weapons forged from mysterious substances extracted from the wells of souls of the deceased or psionic beings.

It's technically very difficult, and also requires a lot of luck. After all, what abilities you get are largely dependent on luck.

The ability to summon the undead is something that only a third-awakened Nether Path psychic can master.

This implies that Black Umbrella himself, or the organization behind him, has killed a 3rd Awakened Netherworld Psionicist and possesses the technology to create psionic weapons.

Another point is the knights within the bells, two of whom were originally strange creatures from the forbidden zone of calamity. Both possessed the power of four awakenings.

But now it has been turned into psionic ashes and become a summoned creature!

This demonstrates the unfathomable power of Black Umbrella himself or the organization behind him. They could retrieve the knight's body from the restricted area, or even enter and kill him directly. Either way, it would be extremely dangerous.

Therefore, the authorities immediately launched an investigation within the giant city.

After several days and the deployment of numerous investigators with tracking capabilities, all they managed to locate were the apartment and hotel where the individual had previously stayed. There was no further progress.

Who would have thought that this guy would appear directly in front of Li Yelai now?

He even asked if they were the ones who destroyed the Ghost Fairy Altar.

Damn, how dare they?

This place is less than two kilometers from the East City branch, just two streets away.

Moreover, Li Yelai's current identity is that of an official investigator, while you are a wild psychic with numerous cases on your hands and an unknown origin.

How dare they stop the staff member from asking questions?

Isn't this as audacious as a fugitive stopping a policeman for questioning not far from the guardhouse?
Therefore, Li Yelai decisively mocked them while simultaneously calling for his teammates and colleagues.

Once an emergency signal is triggered, all nearby operators will receive a notification and rush to the scene as quickly as possible.

But Li Yelai was indeed nervous.

This area is close to the surrounding urban area and has a high volume of pedestrian traffic. It's considered a bustling downtown area.

Fighting the Black Umbrella here would likely result in many innocent victims.

Moreover, it's not certain that they could defeat him. Official speculation suggests he's a powerhouse who has undergone at least four awakenings.

Although Li Yelai had defeated the spear knight and even pulled off a comeback against an enemy of a higher level, a direct confrontation with an enemy of this caliber was out of the question. He had to run!

"Come on, catch up!" Li Yelai thought. Once the other party chased after him, he could lead him away from the crowd and try to delay the other party for a while with his Luck E.

This place is very close to the branch office; we'll have reinforcements coming soon.

Thinking of this, Li Yelai gripped the large black umbrella tightly, his scarlet longsword about to be drawn, and at the same time, he held the bell in his arms.

The young man with the black umbrella wasn't angry at Li Yelai's taunts. Instead, he continued to look at Li Yelai and said, "Don't be so hostile. I'm just curious how you managed to destroy the Ghost Immortal Altar and survive? Why did the Ghost Immortal let you go?"

That's true; the destruction of the Ghost Immortal Altar is no secret to psychics.

The commotion was so great that all the psionicists in the giant city could feel it.

But what puzzled Black Umbrella was that the enraged ghost immortal suddenly fell silent later on. It was one thing if he didn't force his way into the world, but why was the administrator who destroyed the altar still alive?

Black Umbrella gained considerable assistance from Wang De at the Ghost Immortal Altar. He also gained a fairly good understanding of the Ghost Immortal's personality. Since the altar was destroyed, the Ghost Immortal would surely retaliate.

What, you've changed your mind? Why are you letting this clerk off the hook?

What secrets does this processor hold?
Will this affect my future actions?

It was this curiosity that brought the black umbrella to Li Yelai's attention. He intended to make contact with Li Yelai.

Unfortunately, the other party was very uncooperative.

"You want to know? You'll probably only understand once you die at my hands." Li Yelai was sincere and spoke the truth.

It's true! Why didn't the Ghost Immortal attack Li Ye? Because he had already been eaten by 'Mr. Shadow'.

If this guy wants to investigate, he has to confront 'Mr. Shadow' directly.

And if one dies at Li Yelai's hands, one will automatically become a sacrifice offered to 'Mr. Shadow'. Wouldn't that be the attainment of enlightenment?
To Black Umbrella, this seemed like yet another provocation.

However, he still didn't seem angry. Instead, he walked step by step towards Li Yelai and said calmly, "You seem to be trying to provoke me and lure me away from here. But I told you, don't be so hostile."
We can have a proper talk. The fact that I didn't directly follow you to your home is a sign of my sincerity.

If it were any of my other 'friends,' they might have already threatened you with your family's safety. However, I didn't do that; that's my sincerity.

“But I don’t have much patience. Wang De is an old friend of mine for over sixty years, yet you pinned him to the wall with a single blow.” The black umbrella moved through the crowd without attracting anyone’s attention. “I can avenge my old friend at any time, and I can also help the Ghost Immortal get rid of you. So please don’t waste my good intentions.”

These words already carried a threat.

Li Yelai's gaze gradually turned indifferent, and the large umbrella in his hand slowly drooped.

From his perspective, his shadow began to distort, to expand, and to engulf the light.

The shadow was twisted and bizarre, yet vast as the universe, but only Li Yelai could see it.

Sensing Li Yelai's killing intent, 'Mr. Shadow' finally made his appearance, seemingly waiting for Li Yelai's choice.

At the same time, Black Umbrella stopped approaching, sensing a certain danger.

What is it? What could this young man possess that could pose a threat to me?

A forbidden substance? Or something else?

The man with the black umbrella smiled expectantly and said, "Come on, let me see the secret you've been hiding."

He deliberately threatened Li Yelai with his family to provoke Li Yelai into making a move, so as to see if Li Yelai possessed the power of a certain Void Realm expert.

Some people are brave and determined, but they still have weaknesses.

It must be said that Black Umbrella was very clever, and his plan was very successful!
When the man with the black umbrella threatened his family, Li Yelai couldn't control the murderous intent that welled up within him. He wanted to kill the young man with the black umbrella.

'Mr. Shadow' noticed Li Yelai's thoughts and reacted accordingly.

But soon, Li Yelai heard a soft snort, "They came quickly."

Then, he disappeared without a trace, and in Li Yelai's view, his own shadow returned to normal.

Li Yelai, who had noticed this, understood it perfectly well.

I am safe now; it seems my colleagues have arrived.

But Li Yelai wasn't particularly happy. The information revealed by the black umbrella was already very clear: he had already been noticed by certain organizations.

They've definitely gotten themselves into trouble.

So, Li Yelai tried his best to control his hostility and pointed to the alley next to him: "Let's talk inside."

Then, surprisingly, he turned and walked into the alley.

'They didn't make a move, and the sense of danger disappeared. Did they give in?'

The young man with the black umbrella felt a pang of regret, but outwardly raised an eyebrow and said, "That's more like it. We don't necessarily have to be enemies; we can become friends. I treat my friends very well. You, as a mere processor, only earn a few thousand Giant City Coins a month. Why risk your life? Becoming my friend will bring you many benefits."

"Like Wang De?" Li Yelai asked with some disdain, "Becoming a monster that devours its own offspring and struggles to survive?"

“That was Wang De’s wish, so naturally I support my friend.” The young man with the black umbrella smiled kindly. “Then can you tell me what happened after you destroyed the altar?”

"What will I get after I tell you?" Li Yelai asked.

“If we become friends, we can discuss potion ingredients, psionic weapons, and anything else you want.” The young man with the black umbrella noticed the bell in Li Yelai’s hand and smiled. “For example, your summoning bell. I can even provide you with more powerful summons. The premise is that you can tell me the answer I want.”

"Oh," Li Yelai said, having maintained a five-meter distance from the black umbrella. He then reached out and said, "Then I'll give you 50,000 to see your strength!"

The young man with the black umbrella paused, then shook his head and smiled, "Not now."

"If you don't have cash, then a few psionic weapons or potions would be fine too." Li Yelai rubbed his fingers together with a greedy expression and said, "I think your black umbrella is pretty good. Although it's a greyhound, it should be a psionic weapon, right? Just give it to me."

The young man under the black umbrella responded, "That depends on whether your answer satisfies me."

Li Yelai clicked his tongue, having failed to get anything for free, and then said, "I remember the Ghost Immortal was as big as a mountain, wearing a black and white Taoist robe, and surrounded by countless wronged souls. But I couldn't see his face clearly."

"You really did see the Ghost Immortal!" Upon hearing Li Yelai's accurate description, the young man with the black umbrella's eyes lit up: "What did he say to you, and what did he do? Why didn't he attack you?"

"Oh, after he saw me," Li Yelai smiled, "he kowtowed to me eighteen times on the spot, and then said he would massage my back and shoulders. I was disgusted, so I told him to get lost."

Upon hearing these clearly nonsensical words, the young man with the black umbrella immediately turned cold: "We could have been friends. Since you're unwilling to tell me, then I'll take it myself."

Before he could finish speaking, Li Yelai turned and ran, but the black umbrella did not give chase. Instead, it froze and looked around.

At the end of the alley, a person dressed in a panda mascot costume and holding an advertising sign had already walked up to Li Yelai.

East City Branch, Processor 'Doll'

At the other end of the alley, a handsome man holding a shield and a long-handled broadsword appeared out of nowhere.

East City Branch, Team Four Captain 'Moon Shadow'

Above the houses in the alley, a muscular man with a bare upper body was looking down at the young man with the black umbrella from the edge of the rooftop.

East City Branch, Team 3 Captain 'Furnace'

And more experienced handlers arrived, forming an encirclement.

They arrived here immediately after receiving the alert.

Upon noticing that Li Yelai had led people into the alley, they immediately surrounded and blocked the area.

The young man under the black umbrella had a solemn expression. He couldn't understand how Li Yelai knew in advance when even he hadn't noticed the handlers approaching.

However, facing three psychics who had awakened to the fifth level or above at the same time put pressure on the young man under the black umbrella.

"You're such a jerk!" Black Umbrella gritted his teeth as he looked at Li Yelai, who was hiding behind the doll.

Li Yelai ignored him, as he was being teased by the doll.

The doll holds up an advertising sign with words appearing on it.

[Can a person's luck really be this bad? You run into an enemy the moment you step out the door! Σ(っ°Д°;)っ]
[If you go on a business trip to another major city another day, won't you run into the King of the Penalty Area? Wow! Then we can try a siege! ヽ(￣▽￣)]
For a moment, Li Yelai didn't know whether encountering the black umbrella was his bad luck.

All I could do was nod and say, "Occasionally, occasionally."

[Okay, okay, let's talk later, close your eyes.]
After that, the doll stopped teasing him and looked at the black umbrella.

Subsequently, three powerful agents at the captain level took action simultaneously!
Moon Shadow held a long sword and inserted it into the shield. Then, she suddenly pulled the sword out, and dense arcs of electricity flashed on the blade.

He slashed down at the black umbrella from afar! In that instant, bolts of lightning exploded from the ground, rushing straight towards the young man with the black umbrella!

At the same time, Furnace leaped down from the rooftop, his right hand grabbing out, and a ferocious, enormous dragon claw phantom appeared behind him, grabbing at the black-umbrella youth.

The doll, on the other hand, removed the headgear from its panda doll.

She revealed a stunningly beautiful face, and although she wore her hair in a ponytail, she exuded a lively and cool vibe.

She looked at the young man with the black umbrella and smiled.

He gave me a look that said, 'You little brat, look me in the eye!'

However, when the black umbrella instinctively looked at the doll, it didn't see a beautiful girl. Instead, it saw something extremely terrifying.

He let out a terrified scream, disrupting his intended resistance.

As a result, he was hit simultaneously by Moonshadow's lightning and the Furnace's mimicry dragon claw.

Li Yelai looked at the doll strangely. From his perspective, the doll had removed its headgear, and the young man with the black umbrella looked as if he had seen a ghost, completely gripped by fear.

Out of curiosity, I couldn't help but ask, "What ability did you use? What path did you take?"

The doll paused, then turned its head blankly to look at Li Yelai.

"Did I say something wrong?" Li Yelai asked anxiously.

But what he saw was surprise and excitement in the eyes of the beautiful girl in front of him.

(End of this chapter)