884: Chapter 873: Has the Object-Manipulating Realm become cannon fodder?
884: Chapter 873: Has the Object-Manipulating Realm become cannon fodder?
“What’s the point of being anxious now?”
Fei Peilie froze, a surge of anger igniting in his heart.
This man really had the audacity to speak like that.
Did they truly not understand what this mission meant?
Even he didn’t dare to slack off—so why did these people act so complacently?!
Fei Peilie simply couldn’t grasp what kind of brain these people had.
Didn’t they understand what should be done at the right time?
Or perhaps, even now, despite their strength, they were living their lives more muddled than ever.
Some people’s power has grown, but their perspective remains as narrow as before.
This was precisely why Fei Peilie disliked being with them—they weren’t the same kind of people, and forcing them together would never work.
“Wonderful, you’re all just wonderful!”
Fei Peilie spat through gritted teeth.
If it weren’t for the fact that this mission still required them as cannon fodder, if they had even a shred of use left, he would’ve flipped out right now.
The bearded man wore a smug grin, seemingly delighted by Fei Peilie’s frustrated expression.
He showed no signs of regret, unaware of how Fei Peilie truly assessed them in his heart.
If they knew what Fei Peilie was thinking, then they’d really turn on him and burn bridges!
“I still have some matters to attend to.
Don’t go crazy while you’re in New York City!”
Fei Peilie no longer wanted to stay here.
Being around these people only made him feel sick.
“You don’t need to trouble yourself, Fei Peilie, our dear steward.
Surely, you can rest assured—enjoy your walk!”
The bearded man scoffed, his tone dripping with disdain.
Feeling the scornful gazes of the three, Fei Peilie was already teetering on the edge of fury.
He wanted nothing more than to knock them all into oblivion with a single punch.
But then, as a sudden flicker crossed his eyes, it seemed he’d thought of something.
A plan had started to form in his mind, and his mood lightened somewhat.
Even if he couldn’t reprimand these fools now—later, someone else would handle it for him.
And who would that someone be?
Of course, Ning Fan.
After spending a few days together, Fei Peilie had gained a certain understanding of Ning Fan.
When dealing with unruly subordinates, Ning Fan would definitely set an example by killing the chicken to warn the monkey!
“Take care, steward Fei Peilie.
Don’t bump into anything on your way out!”
Laughter rang out behind him, souring Fei Peilie’s mood even more.
He nearly stormed back to argue with these short-sighted fools.
Silently reminding himself to remain calm, Fei Peilie quickened his pace and left the bar.
Once Fei Peilie had gone, the bar buzzed with discussions about him.
“I really don’t understand what that master sees in Fei Peilie.”
One of the bearded man’s companions questioned, clearly envious of Fei Peilie.
“Exactly.
If you ask me, the three of us shouldn’t even stay here.
Wouldn’t it be more exciting to follow them out?
New York City has so many fun places—I’m a regular there!”
A lecherous voice chimed in, revealing the man’s familiarity with every corner of New York City—the good and the bad alike.
The bearded man, however, remained silent, his eyes betraying a hint of helplessness.
“Come on, you can head out if you want, but leave me out of it.
This is an excellent opportunity.
We might all end up catching the attention of Lord Teng Yun Geshang.
If luck favors us, we could at least do no worse than Fei Peilie!”
All of them were dissatisfied with their current situation.
Yet they never examined their own shortcomings—it was simply Fei Peilie’s good fortune, and anything he achieved, they believed would come just as easily to them.
This mission represented a rare chance for them.
If handled properly, it could be their ticket to fame and fortune!
Before long, the bar exploded in laughter and banter again, void of any tension in the air!
…
The next day, Ning Fan received a guest in his room.
Given that Ning Fan had no friends in New York City, the visitor could only be Fei Peilie or Tulip—and today, it was Fei Peilie.
“Asura, Lord Teng Yun Geshang has prepared ten individuals at the Object-Manipulating Intermediate Stage.
They’re designated as cannon fodder for this mission.
Would you like to meet them?”
Fei Peilie asked.
For this mission, Teng Yun Geshang had specially arranged for ten Object-Manipulating Intermediate Stage practitioners.
Yes, cannon fodder—ten experts at the intermediate stage of Object-Manipulating Realm.
Outside, such individuals were top-tier masters, rare and hard to come by.
Yet in Teng Yun Geshang’s eyes, they were nothing more than expendables.
This reflected how much importance Teng Yun Geshang placed on this operation.
Ning Fan clicked his tongue at Fei Peilie’s blunt description of the ten high-level practitioners as mere cannon fodder.
He was both astonished at Teng Yun Geshang’s brazenness and impressed by his ability to mobilize such elites at will.
“Of course I need to meet them.
After all, you took the trouble to come find me!”
Considering they’d be moving together soon, it was essential to familiarize himself with them beforehand.
Without understanding their personalities, Ning Fan wouldn’t be able to trust them—even though they were just cannon fodder…
Fei Peilie was delighted by Ning Fan’s agreement.
Ning Fan decided to bring Tulip along as well.
Fei Peilie couldn’t quite fathom Ning Fan’s actions.
Tulip belonged to the Umbrella group, after all.
Was Ning Fan trying to make a statement by taking her there?
Still, Fei Peilie didn’t oppose it.
In fact, he saw it as advantageous.
If Ning Fan clashed with the group, it would suit Fei Peilie perfectly.
He couldn’t intervene—but Ning Fan most definitely could!
Getting physical with one’s own team was a taboo—but Ning Fan wasn’t from Umbrella.
If Ning Fan acted against them, Fei Peilie could simply turn a blind eye.
“But let me warn you—those people aren’t the type to listen obediently.
Be mentally prepared!”
Fei Peilie, for some reason, offered this extra clarification.
Why bother explaining, when he intended to use Ning Fan as a pawn for his own agenda in the first place?
It felt as if Fei Peilie deliberately wanted Ning Fan to know that this encounter would surely lead to conflict with the group.
Sensing the underlying meaning in Fei Peilie’s words, Ning Fan raised his guard.
After a moment’s thought, he read something in Fei Peilie’s eyes and remarked, “If you’re planning to set me up, why tell me outright?”
“This isn’t a setup; it’s a collaboration!”
Fei Peilie responded with a sly smile.