Chapter 281: Chapter 281: Crossing the Sea_1
"That wench!" Rage blazed in Zhang Bin’s heart; at this moment, he loathed Hanbing Yun to the bone.
He knew perfectly well that it was Hanbing Yun. Seeing that he still refused to submit and worrying that he might get his hands on one billion USD to attend the Hero Auction, she had resorted to such despicable means to prevent him from leaving the country.
"Master, Dawei said that as long as you bow down to her, your punishment will end. He said you should think about it," Ma Rufei said cautiously.
"Fat chance." Zhang Bin’s face was icy. How could he possibly submit to the person who had sent an assassin to nearly kill him? It was a blood feud as deep as the sea! How could he ever forget?
But the woman’s power was too great, and his own strength was still too weak. At present, he lacked the ability to take revenge. He could only contend with her for now.
So, he suppressed his grief and indignation, asking, "Can that wench really stop me from leaving the country for no reason at all? Doesn’t she need some sort of justification?"
"Well, Dawei didn’t say, but there are too many reasons they could use to stop you. For example, you possess miraculous medicinal formulas that could easily be leaked abroad. Or, as a person of national importance, leaving the country could put you in danger, so this is for your protection. Or maybe they’re worried you’ll defect..." Ma Rufei rattled on.
Zhang Bin was utterly speechless, seething with anger.
If he had done something wrong, if he were truly a Big Bad Egg, then being forbidden from leaving the country would make sense to him. But he wasn’t. He was an exemplary citizen, a modern-day Lei Feng. He was an entrepreneur who had made tremendous contributions to the country. The Wenwu Pharmaceutical Group and the Network Language School he founded paid astronomical sums in annual taxes, significantly boosted the country’s GDP, and created jobs for tens of thousands of people.
Moreover, he had done his best to advise Hanbing Yun, informing her of the flaws in Genetically Enhanced Humans. He even used his hacking skills to acquire a large amount of research data on them, all of which he selflessly handed over to her.
But not only did she fail to reward him, she used a series of measures to pressure him. She had his Flying Sword confiscated, seized his Spiritual Medicine, and even sent incredibly powerful assassins after him at night. If not for his luck, he would already be a corpse. Now she was forbidding him from leaving the country. She’s probably afraid that if I get cultivation resources, I’ll grow strong too quickly. Then I’ll become difficult for her to control, or even kill.
Hanbing Yun, just you wait! If I don’t get my revenge for this, I swear I’m not a man! Zhang Bin roared inwardly, his eyes practically shooting fire.
"Zhang Bin, Brother Fei says you’re a master at picking up women. Why don’t you use your skills to seduce Doctor Han? Then you can punish her fiercely in bed and let her know how formidable you are," Chen Chaoyue said crudely.
"Right, that’s a great idea, Master! You should do it!" That animal Ma Rufei’s eyes also lit up, a wicked smirk spreading across his face.
"Let me tell you two, I have absolutely no sexual interest in her," Zhang Bin said, shaking his head. "Besides, I’m a good guy. How could I ever treat a woman like that?"
He then changed the subject. "More importantly, for a woman, that wouldn’t be a punishment, it would be a pleasure! Why would I let her enjoy herself?"
"HAHAHA..."
"HEHEHE..."
The two of them cackled lewdly.
After they finished their self-deceptive fantasies, Ma Rufei said dejectedly, "Master, since you can’t leave the country, we don’t feel like going either. With our level of strength, even if we won an auction for Spiritual Medicine or Elixirs, they’d probably just get stolen from us. So, should we just head back? Find a place to drink?"
"I heard the Chang’e Hotel has a new batch of beauties. Heh heh, let’s go check them out," Chen Chaoyue added with a wicked smile.
Birds of a feather really do flock together. Chen Chaoyue was just as wicked as Ma Rufei—a pair of debaucherous playboys. Who knows how many beautiful women they’ve ruined.
Zhang Bin shook his head. "You two go on to the Island Nation immediately and wait for me there. I’ll see you tomorrow."
"Master, are you planning to sneak out of the country?" Ma Rufei’s eyes lit up as he asked in a hushed voice.
"Don’t ask so many questions," Zhang Bin said. "Just know that I can be in the Island Nation by tomorrow."
Ma Rufei was well aware of Zhang Bin’s incredible abilities, so he didn’t hesitate. He and Chen Chaoyue boarded a flight to the Island Nation.
As for Zhang Bin, he returned to Sanchahe Village with a grim expression. By the time he got back, the sky was completely dark, so he didn’t disturb his parents, Liu Ruolan, or Xiao Fang. Instead, he went straight to the villa on Mantou Ridge.
Seeing Zhang Bin had returned, Liu Ruomei was shocked and anxiously asked him why.
Zhang Bin explained the situation, finishing with, "I’m going to cross the ocean to get there. Don’t let anyone know. Just tell people I’m in seclusion for cultivation."
Liu Ruomei nodded in agreement, then asked worriedly, "Brother-in-law, are you going to fly there using Sword Control?"
"You don’t need to worry about that. Just focus on your own cultivation," Zhang Bin replied. After speaking, he set off with Xiao Jin and Xiao Xuanzi.
They soon arrived at the seaside. It was the first time Xiao Jin and Xiao Xuanzi had ever seen the ocean, and their faces lit up with shock and elation. They instinctively felt that this boundless expanse of water was their domain. They were finally home.
SPLASH! SPLASH!
The two creatures instantly dove into the ocean. Like a pair of terrifying sea monsters, they thrashed and leaped through the water, stirring up waves as high as small mountains. Countless marine creatures were scared out of their wits, scrambling away in a panicked frenzy, not daring to linger for even a second for fear of being devoured.
Xiao Jin had now grown to be as thick as a bowl and over twenty meters long. Its scales, like steel, reflected the golden moonlight. It emitted a powerful, oppressive aura, and its four claws were exceptionally sharp. It truly had become a dragon, no longer the Four-legged Snake it once was.
As for Xiao Xuanzi, it had grown to the size of a large, round restaurant table. Floating on the surface, it looked just like a small boat—one that didn’t require an engine.
More impressively, both Xiao Xuanzi and Xiao Jin were born with the ability to control water. This was, of course, because practicing the Savage Overbearing Body Art had awakened their Special Abilities. Therefore, they could both be considered Water System Superpower Users, or more accurately, Water System Divine Beasts.
Of course, they were still a long way from being true Divine Beasts, as they were still too weak. However, if they continued to grow, becoming Divine Beasts was only a matter of time. Even now, their sheer size and strength were terrifying. They could already be considered overlords of the sea.
As light as a falling leaf, Zhang Bin landed on Xiao Xuanzi’s back. Full of spirit, he commanded, "Set a course for the Island Nation!"