Chapter 934: Cowards

Upon hearing that, Dr. Zhao was stunned for a moment, then stood up with a troubled expression, appearing somewhat puzzled. "Wh-what do you mean... 'join'? What kind of organization are you people?"

He had originally planned to visit each room to strengthen ties with the members of this organization, but he never expected another group to infiltrate and try to recruit him right here.

"Now, there's no need to view the concept of an 'organization' as so important anymore," Yan Zhichun said. "This doctor... do you want to get out?"

"Get out...?" Dr. Zhao was taken aback. "I-I definitely want to..."

Upon hearing Dr. Zhao's decisive response, Yan Zhichun realized there were only two paths ahead.

The total number of people in "Jidao" was unknown, and the abilities of most members were unclear. Attempting to destroy the display screens and the giant clock with so many unknowns would be no easy task. However, with Dr. Zhao's ability to disintegrate objects, this desperate plan might have a slightly higher, though still faint, chance of success.

That was the first path, but it required recruiting Dr. Zhao, the deputy leader of "Tian Tang Kou," into "Jidao."

Yet, this also came with a fatal issue. "Jidao" hadn't accepted new members in a long time, so all current members were veterans. This not only meant they were highly capable but also trustworthy. Aside from Xiaoxiao, who had only joined after a few cycles, the rest were seasoned "Jidao" members, providing a significant sense of security when carrying out missions together.

If such a critical task were entrusted to Dr. Zhao and he deserted at the last minute, the mission might not fail outright, but it would severely shake morale.

So, maintaining the status quo was the second path.

"Miss, why are you suddenly asking this...?" Dr. Zhao said. "Most people here probably want to escape."

Yan Zhichun looked at Jiang Ruoxue, then asked softly, "Ruoxue, if we activate 'Yin Guo,' could it force the other person to do exactly as I say?"

Jiang Ruoxue smiled bitterly. "Zhichun... asking someone to do exactly as you say sounds more like 'Duo Xin Po' than 'Yin Guo.'"

Yan Zhichun knew Jiang Ruoxue was right. Even with "Yin Guo," it could only ensure the person joined "Jidao," but every detail after that would depend on their own decisions—it couldn't directly control them.

Even if she got Dr. Zhao to join "Jidao," he might still desert when it mattered most.

"In that case... you'll have to choose for yourself," Yan Zhichun said, turning to Dr. Zhao. "I have a way to free everyone from the cycles of reincarnation. Do you want to try it?"

"What...?" Dr. Zhao was clearly stunned. "Free everyone from the cycles...?"

"Yes, as long as you agree to help me with something, the chances of liberating everyone will greatly increase," Yan Zhichun said. "The opportunity is right in front of you—it's all down to your choice."

"This..." Dr. Zhao hesitated slightly. "I get to choose...? What do you need me to do?"

"I need you to help destroy a large device," Yan Zhichun replied. "I can't say exactly what it is right now, but tomorrow morning, you'll need to leave with Jiang Ruoxue. Once we reach the location, I'll tell you what to do. Is that okay?"

Dr. Zhao narrowed his eyes cautiously, sensing something odd. "You want me to destroy something, but you won't say what... Is it something really important?"

Yan Zhichun sighed deeply. "More or less."

"Is it some 'Sheng Xiao' game device?" Dr. Zhao asked.

"Also... more or less," Yan Zhichun replied. "So, this path is a bit dangerous, but your ability fits perfectly with the mission. I want to ask if you're willing to be this savior. Of course, if you're not..."

Dr. Zhao's expression changed visibly upon hearing that. He knew his own limits—surviving in a place like this was already tough enough, and now someone was calling him a "savior"?

Wait a minute... why does the word "savior" sound so familiar?

As they were talking, a figure approached the door. The person peeked timidly inside and then called out softly, "Dr. Zhao...?"

Everyone turned to look. The newcomer was short-statured with messy hair.

"Han Yimo? You came at the right time..." Dr. Zhao said. "There's something you might want to join in on..."

Han Yimo smiled slightly. Of course, he wanted to join—he had overheard the word "savior" while passing by the door.

He knew his role as the protagonist was about to begin.

But Yan Zhichun's expression turned cold in an instant, and she said with a hint of suspicion, "Were you the one eavesdropping at the door just now?"

"What? Eavesdropping...?" Han Yimo immediately shook his head. "No way, I just saw you guys kept Dr. Zhao here for a long time when he was delivering food, so I came to check if he was okay."

"It wasn't him..." Zheng Yingxiong added from the side. "That person's scent was very strong, not this weak."

"Weak?! Weak?!" Han Yimo got fired up at once. "You little kid, don't talk nonsense if you don't understand! Who are you calling weak? I've got plenty of kills under my belt!"

Zheng Yingxiong glanced at Han Yimo indifferently, as if looking at someone even younger than himself.

"Don't argue, don't argue," Dr. Zhao quickly interjected to smooth things over. "We're all on the same side, miss..."

He looked at Yan Zhichun and, with a smile, asked, "I've been through thick and thin with Han Yimo for a while. How about bringing him along too? That way, I'll have someone I trust, and if he goes, I'll go."

Yan Zhichun had met Han Yimo once before. It was her first time at "Tian Tang Kou," and he had summoned a massive black sword, slashing around the room like some immortal cultivator from a fantasy story. He might have a rare "Yu Jian" ability, and if they had that kind of power on their side, the chances of success in the destruction mission could be even higher.

That day, she had mysteriously ended up with an extra gold ingot on her.

Just as Yan Zhichun was about to speak, she glanced at Zheng Yingxiong for caution.

Zheng Yingxiong understood and sniffed the air lightly. After a few seconds, he said, "'Zhao Zai.'"

"'Zhao Zai'...?"

Yan Zhichun was slightly taken aback, not seeing how "Zhao Zai" connected to "Yu Jian."

But from her long experience in "Zhong Yan Zhi Di," she knew that an ability like "Zhao Zai" sounded unlucky. Better to avoid it than risk it, so she had to decline. "'Zhao Zai' is out of the question. Dr. Zhao, if he comes along, then you shouldn't go either."

"Hey, hey, hey?!" Han Yimo stepped forward immediately. "What kind of talk is that? My ability is strong... Didn't I just tell you? I've got countless kills!"

"Never mind," Yan Zhichun said. "I won't risk so many lives on 'Zhao Zai.' If Dr. Zhao wants to go alone, I'm welcome to it, but not if you two go together."