Transmigrating into a dragon clan experimental subject, is that even possible?

Her voice was gentle and clear, seemingly completely unaware of the four people's suspicion and wariness towards her.

Lu Mingfei and Caesar exchanged a glance, a hint of doubt flashing in their eyes. Caesar's lips curled into a teasing smile: "Oh, Xia Mi, you seem quite concerned about Chu Zihang, are you... planning to pursue him? With the four of us here, you still saw him off alone. This doesn't seem like a coincidence, does it?"

Xia Mi remained calm and smiled at Caesar: "Pursuit? You've misunderstood. I just feel that Chu Zihang is indeed a bit lonely setting off alone, especially with such a dangerous mission. As a friend, seeing him off isn't a big deal, is it?"

Lu Mingfei rolled his eyes, but a vague unease lingered in his heart. Although Xia Mi seemed to have no intention of disturbing him, her proactive approach to Chu Zihang made him feel uneasy. She knew too much, and her behavior was too natural.

Although Tian didn't speak, a hint of wariness flashed in his eyes. This woman's actions were too abrupt, especially at a time when they were about to carry out such an important mission; any external interference could affect their judgment.

"How did you know we were going to the northern mountains?" Chu Zihang asked in a low voice, his eyes flickering slightly.

Xia Mi's smile remained warm, seemingly unconcerned about any questions: "The academy isn't without its eyes and ears. Besides, I'm from the same school as you. I heard you were going on a mission, so it was only right that I came to see you off. By the way, I also heard that this mission is very dangerous, so remember to be careful."

Chu Zihang frowned slightly. Xia Mi's words were calm, but he could sense a certain concern behind them. He suddenly felt that Xia Mi's appearance was not simply "concern," but rather a subtle test.

Caesar noticed the subtle change in the atmosphere and couldn't help but interject, "Alright, alright, our Chu Zihang is very popular, you know? But if you really want to send him off, then let him go. The mission can't be delayed any longer."

Xia Mi smiled and said, "You guys are joking. After all, the four of you are the most important. I just came to remind Chu Zihang to be careful."

Her words carried an elusive meaning, and this time, her gaze did not look directly at the other four, but lingered slightly on Chu Zihang, with a subtle and unfathomable depth in her eyes.

“That’s enough saying goodbye,” Tian suddenly interjected, his voice deep and powerful. “We should get going.”

Xia Mi didn't seem to mind Tian's interruption, and simply nodded: "Alright, since you're in such a hurry to leave, I won't take up any more of your time." She glanced back at Chu Zihang, her eyes filled with indescribable emotions, but she quickly looked away and smiled calmly, "I wish you a safe journey."

The four watched her turn and leave until she disappeared into the crowd, at which point the atmosphere gradually relaxed. Caesar grinned and said, "Looks like our Chu Zihang is the center of attention again. The way Xia Mi looks at you is like she's looking at her lover."

Lu Mingfei couldn't help but sneer: "Don't you guys find it strange? Her sudden appearance to see us off is practically like she wants to confirm whether we're really leaving. Who knows if she's approaching Chu Zihang so proactively for some other purpose?"

Chu Zihang frowned, clearly having some doubts about Xia Mi's behavior: "She is indeed not simple. Although she spoke of it so casually, I always feel that she knows too much about us, especially the intelligence about our mission."

Tian glanced coldly around, his tone unchanged: "Xia Mi's actions warrant our attention, but the most important task now is the remains in the northern mountains. Everything else can wait."

Caesar patted Chu Zihang on the shoulder and laughed, "Don't overthink it, Chu Zihang. Women are always unpredictable. Let's finish the mission first, and deal with her later."

The four quickly packed their belongings, boarded the command vehicle, and headed towards the northern mountains. Although they had accepted the challenge of this mission, the unease in their hearts had not dissipated—Xia Mi's appearance seemed to be a reminder that this battle was far more complex and dangerous than they had anticipated.

For several hours after their departure, the atmosphere remained silent in the four-person team. The command vehicle wound its way along the mountain road, the scenery outside the window gradually shifting from the bustling city to the desolate countryside, the mountain ranges clearly visible in the distance. Everyone inside was lost in their own thoughts, especially Chu Zihang, whose gaze frequently drifted to the window, his mind constantly replaying Xia Mi's smile and her profound words.

"What exactly is she trying to do?" Chu Zihang muttered to himself, his tone tinged with confusion.

Sitting in the passenger seat, Tian heard Chu Zihang's mutterings, his eyes flashed, and he calmly replied, "Xia Mi obviously has her own purpose, but whatever it is, she doesn't intend to tell us everything. Her actions are subtle, neither openly showing hostility nor directly expressing friendliness. She is a dangerous variable, and we must be careful."

Caesar leaned back in his chair, yawned, and said lazily, "Her purpose is self-evident. Since she hasn't made a direct move, it can only mean she's not an enemy. At least not for now. However, no matter how complicated she is, today's mission is the most important."

Lu Mingfei sat in the back seat, silently observing the scenery outside, and suddenly spoke up: "Don't you guys think that Xia Mi's behavior is a bit like... delaying us? Her relationship with Chu Zihang is obviously a bit unusual. The way she cares about you makes it seem like she wants to stay by your side a little longer."

Chu Zihang didn't respond, but his eyes dimmed slightly, as if he didn't want to talk about Xia Mi anymore. He changed the subject: "The place we're going to now should be very close to the remains in the northern mountains, right?"

Tian nodded: "Yes, according to intelligence, the Camarilla has already established a base in that area, and their activities have been frequent recently. We need to get there as soon as possible to ensure that the remains do not revive. After all, if the power of the dragons is fully revived, the consequences will be unimaginable."

Caesar interjected, "Right, right, let's deal with the remains quickly. It's not a pleasant thing anyway. We don't want to be the first batch of funerary objects for the dragons' resurrection."

The car continued driving, gradually heading deeper into the mountains. The atmosphere among the four-man team fell silent again; everyone knew that the upcoming battle might be more challenging than they had anticipated.

Several hours later, the car finally stopped at the foot of a remote mountain. The distant mountains were shrouded in mist, and black clouds, like the shadow of death, loomed over the land. The four men got out of the car and began checking their equipment.

“We must be careful,” Tian said solemnly. “The Camarilla has set up defenses around this mountain range, so we absolutely cannot let our guard down. According to intelligence, they have begun to intensify the ritual, and perhaps only the final step remains.”

Chu Zihang looked down at his weapons, his expression grave: "We also need to be prepared for any unforeseen circumstances, and we can't afford to be ambushed like before."

Caesar patted Lu Mingfei on the shoulder and smiled slightly: "Let's go, Mingfei. Today is a big day, and I don't want to miss another chance to fight."

Lu Mingfei frowned slightly. Although Caesar's words carried a hint of teasing, his tension remained. The combination of the Camarilla's and the dragon's remains had complicated the mission, and while the four of them were strong, there were still many uncertainties in facing an unknown enemy.

Tian raised his hand, signaling everyone to be quiet: "Move forward, don't waste any more time. We're almost at our destination, and the next move must be precise."

Following Tian's instructions, the four swiftly ventured deep into the mountains. The ground was rugged and uneven, the forests were dense and deep, and all around was deathly silent. The air was thick with a damp, musty smell, as if this land had long been abandoned by time. As they ventured deeper, the clouds over the mountains grew thicker, and the air became oppressive, as if the surrounding environment was warning them of the dangers that lay ahead.

Deep in the mountains, they found a hidden path in the woods. The Camarilla base was not far ahead; it was an old, abandoned building that appeared dilapidated on the surface, but judging from the surrounding defenses, it had clearly been meticulously fortified.

“The target is just ahead,” Tian said in a low voice. “Once we get close to the base, we must infiltrate silently and disrupt their ritual.”

"Are you ready?" Caesar's voice carried a hint of excitement. "Today, we're going to show you how the Camarilla 'funeral' works."

Lu Mingfei patted his weapon and took a deep breath: "Ready. But don't forget, our mission is to destroy the remains, not to fight them head-on."

Chu Zihang gave them a deep look, then said in a low voice, "No matter what, the mission is the priority. The Secret Society can't possibly be unprepared for us, so be careful when you enter and avoid being surrounded."

PS:

Thank you to Yunpengzheng, who loves braised beef tendon, for urging me to update! I'll add an extra chapter!