Blind Spot
Chapter 338: Island 312 Four

Chapter 338: Island 312 Four

The palpitations lasted for about a dozen seconds and then shifted into a new change.

All over Li Chengyi’s body, temperatures started to drop rapidly, and as the temperatures fell, it seemed as if some unknown substance in the surrounding air was drawn in and infiltrated into his skin.

His consciousness power and physical strength both began to soar rapidly.

Silently, as if pouring clear water into an empty bottle, the enhancement ended in less than half a minute.

But within that short half-minute, Li Chengyi’s overall strength, speed, explosive power, recovery capability, and all other aspects were fully enhanced, the intensity of which was even as much as sixty to seventy percent more than before!

For a master like Li Chengyi, the improvement of foundational qualities was the most terrifying.

With the foundation laid, such top-tier martial artists could amplify themselves many times over with various martial arts techniques.

Feeling this immense enhancement, Li Chengyi realized what had happened.

This was Li Chongnan truly breaking through to the seventh tier, reaching the Holy Infant Stage.

Because of synchronization, he too received half of the breakthrough enhancement.

"What’s wrong with you? Why are you spacing out?" Haini’s voice next to him woke Li Chengyi.

"Nothing much. Just suddenly thought of something," Li Chengyi smiled and said, "I heard from a friend before that some troublesome wild animals have been discovered on this island, and they attack people, which makes me feel a bit unsafe."

"No worries, it’s just a minor issue. My brother and I have some business and manpower here, don’t be afraid if there’s danger, I can protect you," Haini blinked and said.

"Really? Then I must thank you," Li Chengyi smiled.

"Actually, my brother and I had already noticed when your cruise ship docked that someone was secretly surveilling The Garden number and even boarded the ship to cause trouble," Haini said.

"Really? I didn’t even notice," Li Chengyi said, his expression one of surprise.

"It’s okay, I took care of it for you. They were just some petty spies, very weak. My bodyguards dealt with them easily," Haini said delicately.

"Thank you so much... but then, who exactly were those spies..."

"No matter who they were, I will keep them away, rest assured. With me here, I guarantee you’ll have a safe and relaxing vacation!" Haini patted her ample chest and promised.

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On a secluded beach at the edge of the harbor,

two Utopia members responsible for surveillance were bound up in sacks and alloy ropes like rice dumplings.

A group of tall figures cloaked in dark red robes with hoods slowly dragged the two men towards the water.

"Mmm mmm mmm~~~" The two Utopia members never expected they would be ambushed.

They had just bought some drinks at a beverage shop on the island when instantly everything went dark, and they collapsed, unconscious.

When they woke up, all their weapon equipment modules had been disabled.

The two strong men in red robes now carried the bound men into the water until it reached their waists. Then they lifted the bound men and tossed them into the deeper parts of the sea.

The poor Utopia sentries didn’t even get a chance to reveal their identities before they were bound and sunk to the bottom of the sea.

Splash.

Their bodies slowly sank under the drag of the heavy alloy ropes towards the seabed.

"Let’s go," the group of red-robed figures quickly left the beach, and everything returned to calm as if nothing had ever happened.

About ten minutes later,

on the sea surface near the spot, a small white boat was rapidly approaching.

That was Utopia Covert Members coming to check after receiving unstable vital sign signals from their comrades.

But they weren’t even close to the beach yet.

Around the surrounding sea surface, streaks of white water trails rapidly appeared, approaching the boat.

Pop pop pop pop!!

In an instant, waves of red, eerie humanoid shapes larger than those that had attacked Yang Chengxi burst through the water and leaped toward the white boat.

Gunshots, screams, cries of terror, and various other sounds lasted only a few minutes before they subsided.

Soon, the white boat slowly sank, clearly scuttled, disappearing from the sea surface.

This group of Utopia members who came to investigate met a mysterious death at sea. They hadn’t even set foot on the island before they all vanished without a trace.

Meanwhile, Li Chengyi was still walking on the beach with Haini.

"You mean to say, you came here in search of that elusive and mysterious Book of Wishes?" Haini stopped walking, looking at Li Chengyi with astonishment.

"Yes. I’m someone who really enjoys adventures and mysterious things, so I’ve always been very interested in them. Haini, since you often come to this little island, do you have any clues about it?" Li Chengyi said quite openly, stating his purpose directly.

Haini adjusted a lock of hair by her temple and hesitated, looking down.

"Actually, my brother and I have heard of this rumor as well. We’ve spent a lot of time searching, but the legend seems so illusory, we found no clues after looking for so long and eventually we gave up," she said.

She lifted her head, a faint smile showing in her pale red eyes.

"But if you really want to investigate, we can also help out."

She didn’t bring up the fact that to this day they were still investigating the Book of Wishes.

Instead, she shifted the narrative, presenting herself as wanting to help.

"Really? If we could actually find some leads that would be amazing. Can I ask what kind of leads you’ve found before?" Li Chengyi feigned an impressed and happy demeanor.

"We discovered some underground caves on the island with lots of hallucinogenic herbs inside. After further verification from various sources, we found that almost all the residents on this little island like to take various hallucinogens. That’s why their mental and physical health is so poor," said Haini in a soft voice.

"All taking mind-altering drugs?" Li Chengyi furrowed his brow.

"Yes, mainly something called Miringbell Grass," Haini nodded. "Later on, my brother and I consulted experts and discovered that people who had taken these hallucinogens had a chance of experiencing slowed physiological functions, just one step shy of a corpselike state of half shock."

Half shock?

Li Chengyi suddenly paused.

Isn’t that precisely what that phrase mentioned, about being on the brink of life and death?

He was now increasingly certain that the twisted Book of Hall of Oblivion was very likely related to this hallucinogenic tobacco, Miringbell Grass.

"Speaking of which, it’s strange. We asked many residents of the island why they were addicted to the illusions of Miringbell Grass," Haini said, a smile creeping onto her face as she spoke.

"Guess what they said?"

"What? Is there a strong sense of euphoria?" Li Chengyi asked.

"No... Many of them mentioned that the illusions of Miringbell Grass are very real, and in those illusions, they could see anyone they wanted to, like their sons, husbands, wives, parents..."

Haini sighed, seemingly recalling something.

"Everyone has someone they miss and long for. If Miringbell Grass could really create such realistic illusions, it’s no wonder they are so addicted to it," Li Chengyi said.

He said this, but at that moment a key point occurred to him.

Realistic.

If the illusions of Miringbell Grass were indeed very realistic, then... could he investigate the long-dead Tomira from the illusions of others, to find clues about the Hall of Oblivion?

"By the way, just now our security personnel on the island chased away a group of crooks who were quietly trying to board your ship," Haini changed the subject, smiling as she took out her phone.

"Look, we even found some illegal weapons and equipment on these people."

She showed Li Chengyi the photos sent by her subordinates.

Li Chengyi scrutinized the photos, his pupils suddenly narrowing.

He recognized it; these captured individuals all had a familiar aura about them.

This aura, cold, extreme, and with a hint of fanaticism, belonged to the terrorist organization they had recently clashed with—Utopia.

"Be careful, the forces behind these people are not small," he warned earnestly.

After all, Haini’s people were helping him block trouble.

"It’s okay, this has been a place that my brother and I have run for a long time. No matter who comes, there’s nothing to fear," Haini seemed unconcerned.

"Don’t take it lightly. Actually, it would be best if you weren’t involved. This is between me and them," Li Chengyi advised.

"It’s okay." Haini’s eyes were deeply fixed on him, "I’m willing to do these things for you."

Lust +3.

Lust +3.

Lust +3.

"...." Li Chengyi was at a loss for words, looking at the other party’s affectionate and distinctly eager gaze, he suddenly felt like the big bad wolf deceiving the little white rabbit.

Only, for some reason, he always felt that between the two of them, he seemed to be the little white rabbit.

In fact, Haini herself didn’t know why she was so attracted to Li Chengyi.

But just being near him, she felt a warmth throughout her body, an indescribable impulse and desire to merge with him.

At first, it was just that he happened to fit her aesthetic preferences perfectly in terms of physique and temperament.

Latter on, as they got into closer contact, Haini realized that every time there was any physical touch with Li Chengyi, she experienced an intense and uncontrollable craving.

"I’ll be the ruin of you," Li Chengyi sighed. Although he didn’t like such a casual woman as Haini.

But her continuous sacrifices, and even now attracting Utopia’s attention for him, made him feel somewhat indebted to her.

Even though Utopia had suffered heavy losses and its strength had greatly diminished, it was still a globally known terrorist organization.

"Brother... aren’t we friends?" Haini grabbed Li Chengyi’s hand. "Isn’t it natural to do these things for friends?"

"Yes... You’re a good girl," Li Chengyi said softly.

"Wait a second." Suddenly Haini let go of his hand and ran towards the sea.

Splash.

She took a dive and plunged into the sea, descending into the water.

Li Chengyi could sense her presence still there, so he wasn’t worried. He just stood still, quietly waiting.

Before long.

Splash!

A splash of water burst forth.

Haini leaped out of the sea, running onto land.

In her hands, she held a huge piece of blue and red intertwined coral.

The beautiful coral, like a flower, was naturally stacked and vividly colored.

"For you!" Haini held out the coral in front of Li Chengyi.

There was a strand of green seaweed on her forehead that she hadn’t had time to clean off, and water was continuously dripping down from her body.

"You really didn’t have to," Li Chengyi said, taking the coral from her hand.

"I told you, I want to," Haini responded with a smile, "We are friends, aren’t we?"

"... Yes," Li Chengyi nodded.

"So don’t feel awkward about it. Let’s go," Haini wiped off the seaweed from her forehead and strode forward.

"I don’t know what you’re worried about, but relax. Tomorrow, I will help you investigate that legendary tale." She hesitated slightly in her heart, but then decided to forsake her older brother and bring out the critical clue that Eternal Song Association had found with great difficulty, to investigate it together with Li Chengyi.

"I have a secret trick. You’ll see tomorrow," she turned her head back to him with a bright and hearty smile.

"Is that so? Then I’m really looking forward to it," Li Chengyi smiled.

From Yang Chengxi, he could tell that the Haini siblings had issues, and quite serious ones at that, indiscriminate killing was definitely not on the side of the good.

But seeing Haini’s attitude towards him, perhaps he could get some clues from her, achieve his goal, and at the same time use them to temporarily divert Utopia’s attention. This would prepare for his own escape from the island.

So, he endured.

Originally, he hadn’t planned on using them, but who could blame him when Haini took the initiative to come to him?