Armor: I'm in Nava, but I'm Oxer?

Chapter 7 General Duanmu's Internet Addiction

"Duanmu Gushang, Ma Tian, Ke Guolong, and Li Xiaochou were childhood friends. They each went their separate ways..."

"Among them, Ma Tian made his first fortune through tomb raiding..."

"What? Old Ma made his fortune like this?"

Li Xiaochou's obsession with viruses.

Ke Guolong's research on the four elements.

Zhang Zhao did not reveal everything.

He only revealed some key information.

Duanmu Gushang immediately pieced everything together using this crucial information. The fog that had been shrouding his mind finally cleared.

"I see, that makes sense now."

"Spreading the virus and making vaccines? Is that their goal?"

No, no, Li Xiaochou isn't the kind of person who's greedy for money; he must have other motives.

Duanmu Gushang suddenly realized.

My original intention for today was to find an eyewitness at the scene to prove my conjecture.

I never expected such a pleasant surprise.

This young man's reasoning ability is truly terrifying.

It's probably more about having a stronger ability to gather clues than you do.

It has the same flair I had back in the day.

Unfortunately……

Duanmu Gushang suddenly remembered his son.

"Why didn't Duanmu inherit my talent...?"

"That's all I know..."

Zhang Zhao didn't finish speaking.

Many parts were deliberately left unsaid.

"The Oxer virus is so powerful, how can we eliminate it?"

Duanmu Gu Shang began to feel curious.

Zhang Zhao smiled faintly.

That's exactly what we want—to pique your curiosity.

"The power gained from the four elements can eliminate viruses; they are the natural enemies of viruses."

Zhang Zhao patiently guided him.

Is this the only possibility?

What if the virus really does spread widely?

What should I do?

Is it really possible for someone to eliminate so many Oxus on their own?

That's almost impossible, isn't it?

And what exactly is Old Li's purpose?

Is it really about making money for Lao Ma?

No, it's impossible.

No one does something without a purpose. Did Li Xiaochou create a way for Ma Tianping to make money for no reason? Is he a god of wealth? Old Ma is a businessman; he won't get up early without a profit.

But what about Old Li?

What is the purpose?

But it certainly won't be for the good. Li Xiaochou is an extremely cunning and calculating person.

Of the four childhood friends, Duanmu Gushang couldn't see through Li Xiaochou, that old fox.

Duanmu Gushang suddenly remembered that Ke Guolong had mentioned the fifth element when they were chatting before.

Could that be the key to breaking the deadlock?

Duanmu Gu did not tell Zhang Zhao about this, but kept it to himself.

"What do I need to do?"

Duanmu Gushang made up his mind.

"Just do what you want."

"However, your life may be in danger,"

Zhang Zhao offered a kind reminder.

"The more you know, the faster you die."

Duanmu Gu Shang said self-deprecatingly.

"And you, what is your purpose?"

Duanmu Gu Shang asked, "This young man couldn't possibly be doing good deeds for no reason."

"I need a solution to the virus."

Zhang Zhao did not hide his purpose.

Because it is indeed very pure.

The Thunderstone seemed to appear out of nowhere.

It has a sense of deus ex machina.

Zhang Zhao didn't think he could find it easily.

Using Duanmu Gushang is the best method.

"Could it be that you..."

"Yes, it's what you think!"

Zhang Zhao laughed instead.

He readily admitted it.

"I will investigate and find out the truth."

Duanmu Gu Shang felt that the burden on his shoulders had become even heavier.

"But what about your safety?"

Duanmu Gu may have already come into Leng Xue's sights.

Although Cold-Blooded is now useless, there's no guarantee he won't have a backup plan.

Although Duanmu Gu Shang is said to have exceptional mental abilities.

But after all, it is a body of flesh and blood.

Unexpected changes can easily occur.

"Ah! I've got an idea!"

"Hey, I have an idea too."

Duanmu Gushang and Zhang Zhao both had an idea at the same time.

"I think we're thinking of the same approach."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

They had the same tacit understanding as old friends.

........................

Zhang Zhao followed Duanmu Gushang to his home.

"Duanmu, I'm back."

"So you finally decided to come back. I thought you didn't care about this family anymore."

A young man with long hair and wearing headphones is playing a game.

In response to Duanmu Gushang's words.

He continued playing the game without looking back.

They only had eyes for the BOSS and the dungeon.

"Duanmu, your father has a big case to investigate right now and may not be back for a long time. Take good care of yourself."

Duanmu Gu Shang spoke earnestly to Duanmu Yan.

"Okay, okay, is there anything else?"

Duanmu Yan continued playing the game with some impatience.

"If you need anything, you can ask Officer Zhang Zhao, who is standing next to you."

Faced with her son's impatient attitude.

Duanmu Gu Shang was already used to it.

"I know, I know."

Only at this moment did Duanmu Yan turn her head to glance at Duanmu Gushang and Zhang Zhao beside him.

Duanmu Gu Shang sighed.

There are things I want to say, but I can't bring myself to say them.

Hesitated again and again.

He and Zhang Zhao left the Duanmu family.

Zhang Zhao never expected that his meeting with Duanmu Yan would be like this.

It seems he doesn't have a very good impression of me.

"Sigh, when will Duanmu grow up?"

Duanmu Gushang and Zhang Zhao left his home.

Duanmu Gu Shang poured out his grievances to Zhang Zhao.

What should I do if my son is rebellious and disobedient, and plays video games all day long?

Hopefully, this incident will help him grow up.

"Is it possible that you're out investigating cases every day, sometimes not home for entire days, and he has no one to care for him? What else would he do if not play games?"

Are you suggesting I masturbate?

Zhang Zhao did not say the last sentence.

"This……"

Duanmu Gu was speechless.

"Children from single-parent families already lack care, and you're busy with your detective career all day? Are you just going to let your child fend for himself?"

Zhang Zhao was still criticizing Duanmu Gushang.

"People always say that a father's love is unspoken, but you can't really keep it all to yourself. If you love him, you should tell him!"

Recalling his past words, Duanmu Gushang began to reflect on himself.

Being home alone means eating instant noodles; shivering alone in bed during thunderstorms; and never seeing a parent-teacher meeting...

Duanmu always learned to be strong on his own.

but me.

I really made a mistake...

"Maybe next time..."

Duanmu Gushang still did not turn back.

They continued forward, their eyes fixed on each other.

Ugh.

Is this what father and son are like?