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“Professor Zhou, is this news confirmed?” Lin Yuan asked in a low voice, a hint of cold seriousness in his tone.
“That Obsidian Taoist is quite stubborn. If it weren't for Zhao Yunfei using his little 'mind interrogation' trick, we probably wouldn't have gotten anything out of him,” Zhou Haoran replied, his expression somewhat complex at the mention of Zhao Yunfei. “This kid usually seems carefree, but he can be quite resourceful when it matters.”
At that moment, the door to the hospital room swung open, and Zhao Yunfei walked in, looking energetic with a smug smile on his face, twirling a small compass in his hand.
“Oh, Lin Alliance Leader is awake? I knew you were tough!” Zhao Yunfei joked as he entered, then his gaze landed on Zhou Haoran. “Lao Zhou, don’t downplay my contributions. If it weren't for my 'emotional resonance' session, do you think that Taoist would have spilled the beans?”
Lin Yuan looked at Zhao Yunfei, a subtle curiosity flashing in his eyes. “What do you think about the spy situation?”
Zhao Yunfei shrugged nonchalantly. “What’s there to think? We’ll deal with whatever comes our way. But if it’s someone from within our alliance… that’s hard to say. After all, we’re all fighting for the future of Spiritual Energy Revival; who would betray us?” He paused, pride creeping into his voice. “As for the people around me, that’s even less likely. My connections are tried and true—absolutely reliable!”
He patted his chest confidently. However, this excessive confidence made Lin Yuan's heart sink. In situations like this, the more someone appears open and selfless, the more likely they are hiding something. Lin Yuan subtly withdrew his gaze, quietly noting Zhao Yunfei's behavior in his mind.
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**Han Lingyun's Probe; Lin Yuan Remains Alert**
While Lin Yuan was contemplating potential spy candidates, Han Lingyun entered the hospital room holding a bouquet of flowers. Dressed in a well-tailored professional outfit that accentuated her curvaceous figure, she exuded an air of elegance with just the right smile.
“Lin Alliance Leader, I heard you were injured and came specifically to visit,” Han Lingyun said in a gentle yet magnetic voice. However, Lin Yuan sensed an underlying chill hidden within her tone.
She placed the flowers on the bedside table and casually glanced over Lin Yuan's face as if assessing his condition.
“Thank you for your concern, Han Consultant,” Lin Yuan replied politely.
Han Lingyun smiled and focused her gaze on him. “During this secret realm operation, Lin Alliance Leader showcased remarkable prowess and thwarted the Obsidian Empire's schemes—truly commendable.” She shifted her tone slightly. “However, I’ve also heard about the spy situation. These internal pests pose a persistent threat to our alliance if not dealt with. If you need assistance, I’m willing to lend a hand; I have some channels in intelligence.”
She spoke, yet her gaze frequently met Lin Yuan's, as if her deep-set eyes concealed some form of scrutiny and probing. Was her concern for Lin Yuan genuine, or did she have ulterior motives? When she offered to assist in the investigation, was it to clear her name or to better control the situation? Alarm bells rang in Lin Yuan's mind; Han Lingyun's demeanor was even more suspicious than Zhao Yunfei's excessive confidence. He felt a sense of unease, not stemming from physical pain but from a wariness of the unknown and betrayal.
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**Fragments of Memory, Elusive and Confusing**
Taking advantage of Han Lingyun's proximity, Lin Yuan subtly activated his Cell Absorption ability. He attempted to read the memory fragments of Han Lingyun and Zhao Yunfei, hoping to uncover some clues. However, both had set up formidable mental defenses, and Lin Yuan's absorption ability hit an invisible wall, yielding only vague images and sounds.
In Zhao Yunfei's memory fragments, a blurred image resembling the emblem of the Obsidian Empire flashed by, but it was fleeting and impossible to capture in detail. Han Lingyun's memory fragments were even more bizarre; several faces of high-ranking alliance members appeared, seemingly engaged in a serious discussion, their expressions grave and the atmosphere tense. Yet these snippets were just as elusive as phantoms.
This left Lin Yuan feeling increasingly burdened. It seemed that both individuals were not as simple as they appeared. The emergence of these memory fragments did not clarify the identity of the spy; rather, it made the entire situation more perplexing. Who was the spy? Who was merely a pawn being used?
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**Internal Strife in the Alliance, Storm Clouds Gathering**
Indeed, news of the spy spread rapidly within the alliance like a plague. The foundation of trust began to crumble; once-close colleagues now scrutinized each other with suspicion. Ongoing key research projects were forced to pause because no one dared to share important data for fear it would be stolen by the spy. The atmosphere within the alliance grew exceptionally tense, filled with oppression and distrust.
Lin Yuan understood that if he could not quickly identify this traitor, the alliance would face an even greater crisis and might even collapse from within. He had to act swiftly; otherwise, all efforts would be in vain.
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**Su Jiu'er Alerts, Spiritual Energy Fluctuation Disturbance**
Dragging his still-recovering body, Lin Yuan sought out Su Jiu'er for help. He knew that Su Jiu'er was meticulous and had an exceptional sensitivity to Lingqi.
"Lin Yuan, you finally made it," Su Jiu'er said upon seeing him, a hint of barely perceptible worry flashing in her eyes. Without further inquiry, she handed Lin Yuan a finely crafted metallic device.
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