Jin Zijue had been stuck at the sixth-tier esper stage for over five years, and now he finally had the chance to become a seventh-tier esper. Overjoyed, he immediately returned to his room, threw the evolution crystal into his mouth, and after swallowing it, fell into a deep sleep.
In the evening, Shen Feng circled around Rongcheng. This was his hometown after all. Seeing the once prosperous city reduced to a pile of ruins, he felt a pang in his heart. For now, he could only ensure the people here survived, praying that no further dangers would appear near Rongcheng, otherwise, the people of Rongcheng would surely not be able to withstand such a blow.
By the next day, Jin Zijue had also become a seventh-tier esper. He now felt a different sensation; his body was filled with boundless power. With a casual wave of his hand, he could unleash a bolt of lightning. Such a swift attack was terrifying. The speed of lightning far exceeded the speed of sound, and though it couldn't match the speed of light, such an attack was still formidable.
"With this offensive capability, no matter what enemy I face, I am confident I can kill them!" Jin Zijue said excitedly.
"Alright, if that's enough, we'll set off. Grab my hand, I'll carry you through the air!" Shen Feng said. Although Shen Feng couldn't dodge Jin Zijue's attacks, he had a move called "Wind King's Barrier" which could completely block lightning attacks, so Jin Zijue's offensive methods were nothing in his eyes.
Jin Zijue then grabbed Shen Feng's arm. Shen Feng leaped from the ground, and immediately, a strong wind lifted the two of them, carrying them rapidly into the distance, much faster than a helicopter. Jin Zijue then said, "I've discovered that our combination is truly powerful. You carry me through the sky, and I can unleash lightning at any time. Few in this world can withstand such an attack!"
Shen Feng replied helplessly, "Why does everyone want to form a combination with me?"
Jin Zijue heard this question and couldn't help but ask, "Have others wanted to form some kind of team with you before?"
Shen Feng nodded, "That's right. My younger brother-in-law wanted to form the 'Fengyun' combination with me, my second wife Chu Chaoyan wanted to form the 'Fengyan' combination, and then when we were in the southeastern region, Wang Aoye wanted to form the 'Fengsha' combination with me. And now it's not over, you want to form a 'Fenglei' combination with me. Can't you all consider your own strength? Why must you insist on forming combinations with others!"
Jin Zijue then learned of Shen Feng's troubles and couldn't help but say, "It seems this is the dilemma of the strong. You always face flattery from others. Look at these people, aren't they all putting you first? They all acknowledge your strength."
Shen Feng thought for a moment and said, "That's true!"
Afterward, Shen Feng spent half a day rushing to the Taihang Mountains. By the time Liang Ren arrived at the military camp, it was already afternoon. Coincidentally, the camp was preparing to cook. Shen Feng landed with Jin Zijue, and soon Gong Changfa came to greet them with a smile, "You two are truly rare guests. I never expected you to come and help us fight at this time! Thank you so much! Mr. Shen, Mr. Jin, please come this way!"
Upon seeing Gong Changfa appear before him, Jin Zijue's face immediately darkened. He said, "City Lord, if your so-called old friend is him, then I am truly disappointed!"
Jin Zijue had not forgotten how he was ambushed in Yanjing. It was precisely because of Gong Changfa's scheme that he had to stay in Siberia for over a year. Now, this guy was still alive and had appeared before him.
Shen Feng quickly said, "The old friend I mentioned we were going to see is certainly not him. It's not too late to set off after we finish eating."
Gong Changfa knew he was not welcome by Jin Zijue, so he wisely left, and someone else came to entertain Jin Zijue.
Shen Feng and Jin Zijue found He Qiuan. Shen Feng first asked, "Earlier, I heard that Gong Changfa was stationed in Bingcheng and couldn't come. Why is he here in the military camp now?"
He Qiuan couldn't help but smile wryly, "A few nights ago, we suffered a crushing defeat. At the time, I was full of confidence, believing I could definitely take Taiyuan. But later I realized that the strength of espers was too formidable. Without powerful espers on our side, victory was impossible. So, I sent a message to Bingcheng, asking Gong Changfa to come and help me. I have lost all face now!"
He Qiuan's position was very awkward. Although he was the City Lord of Bingcheng, and even Gong Changfa had to defer to him, in terms of combat record, Gong Changfa had led his troops on campaigns in the northeast, while He Qiuan's first expedition ended in defeat. Consequently, many under his command had different opinions of him.
Therefore, He Qiuan knew that if he wanted to gain the respect of his subordinates, he had to show real skill, at the very least, take Taiyuan. Only then would others be convinced of his strength. If he retreated after a defeat, it would surely lead to others looking down on him.
Shen Feng then said, "It's alright, this failure is not your fault. After all, both Xiao Yue and I have suffered losses at the hands of these people in Lvliang Mountain. This time, besides the two of us, I will also find you a strong helper. Just wait and see!"
He Qiuan was very curious, but Shen Feng was unwilling to elaborate. Instead, he took Jin Zijue and set off again, flying towards Guanyin Mountain Village. The two landed within the city, immediately attracting attention because it was already late, the city gates were closed, yet two people flew down from the sky.
The moment they landed, the two were surrounded by soldiers. These soldiers were very responsible, holding their firearms and pointing them at Shen Feng and Jin Zijue who had landed.
Jin Zijue saw the soldiers pointing their guns at him and felt very displeased. He didn't expect anyone to dare point a gun at him now. He then said to Shen Feng, "Boss, I'm ready to make a move. Protect yourself, I'll electrocute all these people!"
Shen Feng quickly stopped him, "Absolutely do not do that. You don't know your own strength. If you electrocute a few people to death, it won't be good. We are here to see old friends."
Jin Zijue had no choice but to stop.
Shen Feng said earnestly to the surrounding soldiers, "I wish to see your City Lord at this time. Please introduce me. I am Shen Feng!"
A person's reputation precedes them. Shen Feng's fame was like thunder to the ears of many ordinary people. Who didn't know the reputation of the Wind God? Last year, it was Shen Feng who led people deep into the Great Siberian Plateau. In one battle, he killed more than half of the mutated birds, resolving China's crisis of mutated birds. Such a remarkable figure appearing in their city, how could they underestimate him?
So, someone was quickly sent to report to the City Lord, Bai Tianci.
When Bai Tianci heard that such a renowned person had appeared in his city, he immediately wanted to greet him personally. However, Bai Fengying quickly said, "This person is very brutal. He went on a killing spree in the southeast this year. If you anger him, you might be in danger. I'll go and receive him! You stay at home!"
"What are you talking about? Even if the other party is an enemy, it should be me who faces them, not you, a woman. How can you face such an important figure?" Bai Tianci became displeased. He ignored his wife's suggestion and then led his men to welcome Shen Feng and Jin Zijue.
When Bai Tianci appeared before Shen Feng and Jin Zijue, Jin Zijue was greatly astonished. Looking at the young man who appeared, he couldn't help but ask, "Are you Yue Hengyi? How are you still alive?"
This was the second time Bai Tianci had heard this name. He could only helplessly explain, "Your Excellencies might have mistaken me. I am not Yue Hengyi. I am just the leader of this mountain village. May I ask why your Excellencies have come here? If you have any requests, please state them, and I will fulfill them."
Shen Feng said lightly, "You should not address me as 'Your Excellency.' You should call me 'Big Brother'! You are my younger brother, and you are Yue Hengyi. I have proof!"
Having said that, Shen Feng took out a paternity test report from his person and handed it to Bai Tianci, saying, "This is the proof!"
This paternity test report had been delivered to Shen Feng the previous night. Because of this, Shen Feng was 100% certain of Bai Tianci's identity. He must be Yue Hengyi. Genes could not lie. He must be Yue Hengyi, but he had lost his memory.
Bai Tianci's arm injury had healed. He took the paternity test report handed over by Shen Feng and looked at it. He found that the results proved he was the biological son, and he was completely bewildered, "What is going on? Who am I?"
Bai Fengying stepped forward at this moment, snatched the paternity test report, and tore it to shreds. She then said nervously to Bai Tianci, "Tianci, all these so-called reports are fake. You have no parents. Only our family are your relatives. These people are all here to deceive you."
Jin Zijue whispered in Shen Feng's ear, "I think this woman's identity is very suspicious. We should investigate her thoroughly."
Shen Feng replied, "Yue Hengyi has lost his memory now. He won't remember anything for a while, not even that he can use his abilities. Let's try to stimulate him. Let's go to an open place and let him use his abilities. That way, he will understand everything himself."
Just then, two children ran towards Bai Tianci, calling out "Daddy." Shen Feng and Jin Zijue immediately had an idea. They had both been in the martial world for a long time, how could they not know how to stimulate someone?
Thus, Shen Feng and Jin Zijue suddenly rushed out. Each grabbed a child, and after snatching them, they ran off, shouting, "This child is good, he'll fetch a good price! If you want your child back, come to the western hillside tomorrow!"
This sudden turn of events completely stunned Bai Tianci. He never expected something like this to happen to him. At this moment, he was completely frozen, and then he wanted to chase after them, but how could his speed match that of Shen Feng and Jin Zijue?
Shen Feng's speed was the fastest in the world, and Jin Zijue's speed was not slow either. He could use electromagnetic power to accelerate himself. In an instant, the two of them had taken away the two children.