Chapter 1119: Not to Be Underestimated

Listening to the report from the foreman of the construction site, Xiao Zhan furrowed his brows.

"What?"

"Someone has taken our laborers from Shadow Island hostage?!"

The foreman bowed respectfully, his eyes showing the pressure from the shocking news.

"Reporting to you, sir..."

"Indeed, a small team has been taken hostage on the planet Shui Han. A team leader led a rescue mission, but there has been no news for two days. It's likely that they have also met with misfortune."

"I am incompetent and have yet to uncover the background and intentions of the perpetrators."

The foreman, though seasoned, was visibly nervous.

This incident was due to his oversight, and Xiao Zhan, being a direct disciple of the master, held an extraordinary position. If blame were to be assigned, his position as foreman would be at risk!

He was about to set out to investigate when the matter had already reached Xiao Zhan.

This was turning into a major incident!

In his anxiety, the foreman quickly offered to take responsibility.

"I am incompetent. I will immediately handle this matter!"

Seeing the foreman's nervous expression, Xiao Zhan pondered for a moment before speaking in a deep voice.

"Enough."

"The fact that they dared to attack Shadow Island suggests they are not to be trifled with. You may not be able to handle this, and it would only bring more shame to Shadow Island. If the master were to find out..."

Before he could finish, the foreman was already trembling with fear.

"Then, what should we do?"

Xiao Zhan took a deep breath, his expression turning serious.

"Planet Shui Han..."

"The enemy is in the shadows, and we are in the light. They have repeatedly targeted our people from Shadow Island, so they must have some capability. This is beyond your ability to handle!"

"But no matter what they rely on, anyone who dares to touch our people from Shadow Island will face the consequences! I will first consult Sixth Senior Sister to assess the situation and then settle this properly!"

Sixth Senior Sister...

They were going to involve her?

The foreman was stunned, filled with awe at the mention of the legendary figure.

"Sir Xiao, perhaps it's just a few reckless bandits. Isn't this... a bit too much?"

Hearing this, Xiao Zhan's expression darkened, and he reprimanded the foreman.

"At this point, this is no ordinary dispute!"

"Anyone who works for Shadow Island is family. Anyone who dares to harm our people will not be let off easily!"

Hearing this, the foreman took a sharp breath.

This matter had indeed escalated!

No matter how capable the other party was, they would pay a heavy price for this!

"You may leave now. Oversee the construction site. This matter no longer concerns you," Xiao Zhan ordered.

"Yes, I will return to supervise the site immediately!"

With Xiao Zhan taking charge, the matter would undoubtedly be resolved. The foreman bowed and respectfully withdrew.

Watching the foreman hurry away, Xiao Zhan also left the courtyard and headed towards the science building in the city. Reaching the top floor, he finally found Mo Tianji in the library.

The long-unseen Sixth Senior Sister was at her desk, engrossed in calculations. A thick stack of papers lay before her, covered with complex diagrams and profound symbols that even he found difficult to comprehend.

Looking at the intricate mathematical patterns, Xiao Zhan was filled with awe.

He dared not disturb her.

He stood hesitantly, his face filled with urgency.

Mo Tianji, however, looked up casually, as if not deeply engrossed. Despite the complex diagrams before her, she could easily shift her focus.

Seeing her long-lost junior brother, she smiled and asked.

"Why do you look so anxious? What's the matter?"

Xiao Zhan bowed solemnly, his tone serious.

"Reporting to Senior Sister."

"Many of our workers have been taken hostage on Planet Shui Han, and a team leader has also gone missing. The perpetrators seem to be formidable, and their strength is unusual..."

Hearing this, Mo Tianji put down her pencil.

"Is that so?"

"Who would dare to target Shadow Island?!"

Xiao Zhan's expression turned grave as he explained.

"I don't know. The forces beyond the stars have never had any conflicts with us."

"That's why I came to ask Senior Sister to assess the situation and determine who they are, their strength, and their intentions, so we can respond accordingly."

"Can Senior Sister calculate the details of these outsiders?"

Hearing this, Mo Tianji's expression relaxed.

She slowly took out a blank sheet of paper, a hint of pride on her face.

"My current mathematical skills have reached university level, and I have recently solved several calculus problems. Calculating the details of these outsiders will be no problem!"

Hearing this, Xiao Zhan's eyes lit up with admiration.

"Senior Sister is truly remarkable!"

Mo Tianji, however, dismissed her small pride, her eyes filled with reverence.

"This is nothing. I am not even one-ten-thousandth of the master's level..."

"Once I thought reaching university level would mean I had achieved something. But now that I have encountered calculus, I realize the vastness of the mathematical ocean. The master's knowledge is so profound that even if I spent my entire life studying, I would barely scratch the surface."

"Junior Brother Xiao, wait a moment. I will calculate the details of these criminals."

Watching as Mo Tianji began to write, the profound characters appearing like a celestial script, Xiao Zhan was filled with admiration for their master, who had taught them all.

After a few moments, Mo Tianji stopped writing.

The characters on the paper began to flow and converge, as if possessing intelligence, following a profound pattern. The small sheet of paper suddenly radiated extraordinary power, as if containing the universe itself!

Then!

The paper became transparent, and an image began to form!

In a vast, icy landscape, a spacecraft lay quietly. The image zoomed in, revealing a dozen figures on the ship, each exuding an extraordinary aura.

The person in the main seat was a young man.

He radiated an unfathomable aura, his face shrouded in mist, exuding a sense of mystery and power that made Xiao Zhan frown.

Just as he was about to ask for guidance, Mo Tianji, who had been sitting quietly, also frowned.

"Those people are not much of a threat, only at the third level of the Heavenly Rank. But this young man is strange. Even I cannot fully calculate his details. He is definitely not an ordinary person and should not be underestimated!"

Hearing this, Xiao Zhan was stunned.

"Even Senior Sister cannot fully calculate him?"

Thinking of the missing workers and the team leader, his expression became serious.

"It seems they are indeed formidable!"

"At this critical stage of urban construction, we are already short on manpower. We cannot afford any more delays. Moreover, the workers have been diligent, and we owe it to them to rescue them. It seems only we, the disciples, can handle this matter!"

Mo Tianji nodded slightly.

"Indeed."

"For the sake of caution, that would be best."

Hearing her agreement, Xiao Zhan's eyes showed determination, but also a hint of difficulty.

"Logically, I should go myself."

"But right now, with the successful development of the liquid crystal screens, we need to install them at every intersection. I am also busy collecting and transporting demon corpses, so it's difficult for me to leave. What should we do..."

Seeing his junior brother's anxious expression, Mo Tianji chuckled.

"That's not a problem."

"We have many disciples. Just ask one who is skilled in combat to go in your place. As fellow disciples, this is a small matter that can be resolved with a single word!"

"In my opinion, Bai Qiyu would be a good choice. He should be able to handle that mysterious young man."

Although Bai Qiyu was not highly ranked, his combat prowess was exceptional. Despite his usual laid-back demeanor, no one knew his true limits.

Among the many disciples, he was a formidable figure!

With him taking charge, it should be reliable.

Xiao Zhan's eyes lit up.

"Senior Sister is right. I will immediately contact Senior Brother Bai!"

With that, Xiao Zhan took out a jade slip and sent an urgent message!

Not far away, in front of a supermarket.

Bai Qiyu, wearing a tracksuit, was carrying a bag with newly purchased discounted sportswear, strolling leisurely like an old man enjoying his retirement.

Suddenly, he received the message.

Bai Qiyu looked down, his brows furrowing slightly.

He looked up at the auntie at the door, confused.

"Hey..."

"Can I leave this bag here for a while? I need to take a quick trip and will come back to get it later."

The auntie naturally agreed with a smile.

"Of course, no problem!"

"However, the supermarket will close in two hours. Make sure to come back before then, or you'll miss the discount!"

Two hours...

That seemed a bit tight.

Bai Qiyu scratched his cheek, thinking for a moment, then began to stretch and warm up, performing a series of leisurely exercises with great care.

Once he was warmed up, he crouched slightly, his arms at his waist.

With a push of his feet.

Whoosh!!!

Like a bolt of lightning, he shot into the sky, the clouds parting instantly!

In the blink of an eye!

His figure streaked across the stars, leaving a bright trail in the cosmos!