Chapter 294: The Turning Tide at East Sea Core

East Sea Safe Zone Core.

Inside a heavily guarded building, the top-floor meeting room buzzed with tension.

Under bright lights, six Awakeners in different uniforms sucked on cigarettes listlessly while dense smoke curled beneath the ceiling.

“Commander Fang Tong, you needn’t worry about it anymore.”

“At this point, let him investigate—we have no choice but to cooperate.”

“A righteous man fears no shadow. Even if Yenir digs, he won’t uncover anything. In a few days, he’ll be skulking away in defeat.”

We really can’t afford to offend him now…

Taking a light sip of tea, one middle-aged commissioner—who shares a good rapport with Fang Teng—sighed and offered casual reassurance.

Since receiving orders from higher-ups, they’ve had no choice but to simmer in silent resentment here.

There’s nothing we can do.

The news was so staggering that it’s taken them this long to reluctantly accept the reality.

Out of sight, out of mind.

The higher-ups have ordered them to cooperate with Yenir, so they must obey. Instead of stewing in frustration, they’d rather let Yenir run wild. After all, if they can’t handle him, why try to hide?

“I understand…”

“I never expected that kid actually emerged from the combat instance!”

“How did he manage that?! I have a feeling it’s all a sham!”

He took a deep breath.

Fang Teng’s eyes flashed with incredulous shock, his heart brimming with irritation and unease.

After receiving bizarre orders from above, he suddenly realized something major had occurred—and it had to be Yenir’s doing! Otherwise, how could the higher-ups let Yenir run amok and even command him to protect the guy!

Sure enough.

After contacting several friends in the Capital, he learned a shocking fact!

Yenir has achieved a tremendous feat! His accomplishment is so monumental it has stunned the entire Capital!

Rumor has it that not only did the kid exceed all expectations in the combat instance, but he also seemingly wiped out a combined squad from seven nations. The resources he brought back have driven the Military into a frenzy!

With such an astronomical achievement, even if Yenir stirs up trouble or gets his hands beaten, the Military would likely turn a blind eye.

To those top brass in the Military, Yenir is a prized asset. Whoever dares mess with him will face unyielding resistance!

Moreover, within just a few hours, he’s received orders from several top figures to sweet-talk Yenir and bring that kid back immediately!

Apparently, no one yet knows exactly how Yenir completed his task. Every high-ranking official is desperate to learn what happened during the instance!

An instance involving spirit energy ore…

Yenir’s success likely stems from having discovered a unique technique. The value of that discovery speaks for itself.

Stunned by the revelation, Fang Teng could only swallow his pride in frustration.

“Ladies and gentlemen, my only worry is that Yenir, riding on his achievements, will come after me—even if he uncovers nothing at all!”

“My wife, Wanrou, was simply not deferential enough to him, and that kid ended up seriously injuring her!”

“I didn’t utter a word in the meeting, yet he went ahead and slandered me directly!”

His voice trembled with righteous fury.

Just the thought of Yenir’s arrogant sneer filled him with seething anger!

When had Fang Teng ever been so humiliated!

“Honestly, I have no idea what I did to provoke him!”

“That little bastard! The moment he got off the plane, he started cursing me! You three commissioners saw it too—he disrespects not only me but all of you!”

“In my view, he’s just too vengeful. He thought he could pull off some grand act at the meeting to flaunt himself, but when I offered even a slight rebuttal, he immediately took it out on me!”

“His behavior is utterly lawless—like he’s defiling us from above!”

He couldn’t help but launch into a string of curses.

Convinced he hadn’t done anything wrong, Fang Teng felt that Yenir was targeting him at every turn.

That’s right—he didn’t want Yenir to continue his investigation, nor did he want to bow down to him.

On what grounds?!

How dare he! As a top commissioner and a key figure in the East Sea, he refuses to bow to some immature kid, especially when Yenir’s judgment sounds utterly absurd to him!

What a load of nonsense! He’s guarded the East Sea for years; no one knows it better than he does!

This is his foundation, the base he’s built over years! He absolutely won’t allow the survivors to be evacuated!

“Commander Fang Tong, keep your cool.”

“Once this kid’s done causing a ruckus, we can plan our next move.”

“Right now, he’s practically basking in glory with his monumental achievement, so the higher-ups will naturally cater to him. But given time, I believe he’ll eventually fall from grace.”

“He stirs up trouble everywhere, caring for no one. With time, who wouldn’t end up resentful?”

Among the three representatives, one commissioner couldn’t help but snort a cold laugh while tapping his fingers on the table.

“That arrogant guy from last time—no one even dares speak his name now!”

“You really think that a bit of achievement and a touch of talent make you above the law?! You’re too naive!”

“Some boundaries, once crossed, leave no salvation—even deities can’t save him!”

He took a sip of tea.

After exchanging knowing glances, they all shared a silent smile.

In their eyes, Yenir was nothing more than a clown—no matter how merrily he danced now, his downfall was inevitable.

Still investigating the East Sea? That’s nothing but self-inflicted humiliation!

Surely, he must be completely cornered by now, having uncovered nothing amiss.

Hearing the matter mentioned by the commissioner, Fang Teng felt a chill run down his spine.

Exactly.

The Yenir of today is exactly like the man of old!

He still stirs up chaos everywhere, and his empty boasts will only bring disaster!

Once he calmed down, his face softened considerably.

But as if a thought had struck him, he couldn’t help but speak up:

“Honestly, what worries me right now is…”

“Commander Fang Tong! We’re in trouble!”

Before Fang Teng could speak, panicked shouts erupted outside the meeting room. His subordinate, the deputy commander, stormed in, his face etched with anger.

“Yenir!”

“Yenir is fighting with our men!”

“He’s attempted to break into Base Three! He’s already cutting a swath through them!”

“What!?”

“Bang!”

He sprang to his feet.

Fang Teng was horrified; in an instant, he realized that his worst fears had come true!

“Stop him!!”

“Absolutely no one must let him through!!”