Kaidan Game Train: Abide Rule or Die!
Chapter 309 Message Leak

Chapter 309: Chapter 309 Message Leak

Chief Wu didn’t purely want to gain more information about players and the game from Xu Huo; from his position, he didn’t have such a grand vision, and many things were beyond his concern. The reason he said what he did was that he truly wanted to save Xu Huo.

After all, Xu Huo’s current condition was unclear, and the situation outside couldn’t be compared to before.

As expected, a call came from Jing City. The medical team and expert team would arrive in Hua City within two hours. Additionally, they instructed him to coordinate with Chief Liao to ensure Xu Huo’s safety.

"Some players have already caught wind of this, Chief Song is also bringing people over, be careful," Jiang Qiao reminded. "The Special Defense Department is divided in its opinion of Xu Huo, especially now that his condition is special; make sure no one takes advantage of the situation."

After hanging up the phone, Chief Wu returned to the ward and fetched a steel plate with the intention of barricading even the windows.

Yan Jiayu crouched by the bed and pointed at Xu Huo, whose condition had clearly improved, "He doesn’t need an IV anymore."

Chief Wu hastily called the doctor, who, after an examination, was no longer surprised, "The patient is in good health and slowly self-healing. However, it’s best not to move him for the time being, to prevent any unforeseen issues."

As the doctor was leaving, Yan Jiayu asked, "Do you have any food here?"

"You want to eat in the intensive care unit?" The doctor’s voice rose in disbelief.

"Can Xu Huo be transferred to another ward then?" Yan Jiayu asked again.

"Neither is possible," the doctor flatly rejected.

"If you want to eat, go outside. I’ll stay here and watch," said Chief Wu.

Yan Jiayu shook her head, asking the doctor to buy some snacks for her to stave off hunger. She said she would eat by the door and not let anyone approach Xu Huo during that time.

Chief Wu had no choice but to do as she requested.

After regaining her strength, Yan Jiayu returned to the ward. She stood by the window for a while before suddenly saying, "There are players coming."

Chief Wu was nearby, "It might be people from the Special Defense Department."

"No," Yan Jiayu said seriously, "I’ve met most of the people from Hua City’s Special Defense Department, but there are quite a few unfamiliar faces mingling near the hospital."

Chief Wu realized something and checked with his own sources before discovering that the news of Xu Huo’s special evolution had leaked out. A few players who were in private contact with him even sent messages asking about it.

He angrily confronted Chief Liao, "What is this? Xu Huo’s condition isn’t even confirmed yet, and there are already rumors flying around. Is there a leak among your people?!"

Chief Liao was just as perplexed, "I haven’t mentioned a word of what you told me to anyone else. Could it be someone from the hospital?"

Chief Wu suddenly remembered that player, "That person named Hou Song, was it him?"

Players have better hearing than normal people; although there was some distance earlier, it wasn’t impossible for them to overhear their conversation.

"It’s likely that kid; otherwise, the news wouldn’t spread among the players so quickly," Chief Liao said with a dark face. "Now’s not the time. We’ll deal with him after this is over."

"We can’t rely on players at this time, call in the special personnel," Chief Wu said. "Have all the patients in the hospital transferred out, clear the medical staff, and let our people move Xu Huo to another ward."

As the hospital took action, more and more players gravitated towards Hua City, especially with the movements in Jing City, which essentially confirmed the information about "a player having a special evolution." Both the Special Defense Department and civilian player organizations were focusing their attention on Hua City.

Dai Wenqian, who had just arrived in Hua City and was not far out on a task, browsed the encrypted posts on the Pioneer Player forum and laughed, "It’s only been a few days, and the situation has taken a turn. Last time, the Special Defense Department people wanted to capture Xu Huo, and players outside offered their support. Now the players are coming for him, and it’s the Special Defense Department’s turn to protect him."

Zheng Ke, who was driving, said, "Even if Xu Huo is killed, it won’t trigger a special evolution. What’s the fuss about?"

"Research on Evolvers isn’t just conducted by the state; don’t underestimate those Player Organizations. Many are keen to support them. Anyone who has played the game a few times understands that evolution is more important than any item or level. With an Evolver right here, who wouldn’t be curious?"

"Do they think they can steal people?" Zheng Ke raised an eyebrow, the stud flashing briefly.

"Best case scenario, they steal the person, but if not, taking his head is also an option. Besides, Xu Huo has quite a few items on him." Dai Wenqian shook his head. "He miscalculated by revealing his space-moving item too soon. Kill him, and at least a decent quality item can be secured."

"Chief Song is on the line." Zheng Ke handed over his phone.

After Dai Wenqian took the call and hung up, he sneered. "Heartless."

"What did he say?" Zheng Ke asked.

"If Xu Huo can’t be saved, don’t let him die in vain," Dai Wenqian said sarcastically.

Zheng Ke gripped the steering wheel tighter, "They really don’t value our gamer lives at all!"

Dai Wenqian didn’t respond, but a slow smile spread across his face.

Meanwhile, Girl in the painting and Yuan Yao had already arrived at the hospital.

Yuan Yao first threw up upon reaching the hospital then weakly followed Girl in the painting into the ward. The sight of the unconscious Xu Huo made him bellow, "Who did this to my Brother Xu!"

"He might be evolving," Yan Jiayu greeted him. "You guys got here fast."

"We raced over." Yuan Yao glanced at Girl in the painting. "Younger Sister Li Chun’s driving... is quite wild."

Girl in the painting leaned over the bed, chin propped in her hands as she watched Xu Huo for a while before sitting down to start playing a game.

"That’s it?" Yuan Yao looked at her in surprise.

"He won’t die," Girl in the painting texted on her phone.

Scratching his head, Yuan Yao said, "What’s the rush in calling us here for then?"

"It was something Xu Huo told me before he fell unconscious. He asked for Li Chun to come over," Yan Jiayu simply followed his request and sized up Girl in the painting. "Are you really that powerful?"

Girl in the painting immediately claimed, "I can take on ten Xu Huos, no problem."

Yan Jiayu’s eyes lit up, "That’s great; I was worried about not having any help."

"What, take on ten Brother Xus!" Yuan Yao hurriedly protested. "Don’t listen to her bluffing. There’s no way she could rival Brother Xu. Just call me if you need help."

Yan Jiayu said seriously, "I think someone might be trying to kill Xu Huo."

Yuan Yao shuddered, then his expression turned grave. "In that case, we’ll need to find help. I saw Chief Wu outside earlier; a lot of people from the Special Defense Department have shown up, but we can’t fully trust them. After the incident in Jing City, the Special Defense Department even posted an announcement targeting Brother Xu on the Pioneer Forum."

After pacing around the ward, he said, "I’ll find more people to help. I reckon even if a fight breaks out, the Special Defense Department won’t dare use weapons with too much lethality. Plus, with the players’ traits and unpredictable items, we’re the ones who can handle them."

Swiftly taking Xu Huo’s phone, he notified Zhou Ning and others he had worked with before. "Let’s muddy the waters and then take the opportunity to escape!"