Chapter 26: The Kill, A Massive Haul!

Chu Hao’s voice was calm. While observing the gorilla-like alien through his sniper scope, he activated his genetic lock, and his eyes instantly turned vacant.

A first-tier genetic lock does not actually provide a significant boost to one's combat power. Or rather, for an ordinary person without prior enhancements, the improvement brought by the first-tier genetic lock is primarily in self-control and neural reflexes, accompanied by combat instincts and a premonition of danger, rather than a direct increase in attributes like strength or speed.

Information such as the surrounding wind speed, temperature, and humidity—details he would normally be unable to perceive—poured passively into his mind. His control over his own body improved drastically, and everything around him seemed to slow down.

He stared intently at the gorilla-like alien charging madly toward Jenny and Chen Mo. His expression was indifferent, and his entire demeanor underwent a radical transformation. He seemed like a different person; his tone was flat, devoid of emotional fluctuation, and his voice even carried a chill—cold and emotionless. However, this state lasted only for an instant before Chu Hao spoke to the others through his communicator.

"Proceed toward District C, then retreat to the hidden extraction point. The demolition team is ready to take over as bait for the final hunting phase."

"I will do my best to hinder the target's movements. Spider Team, continue forward. Ares, join me in obstructing the target."

"Copy that."

Ares chuckled. Manipulating a remote control in his hand, he sent a drone loaded with high-energy explosives into the air. It flew out from a window of the apartment building and headed toward the charging gorilla-like alien. As a scion of the Amans family, Ares was naturally accustomed to drones; he particularly enjoyed high-tech toys like these and operated them with ease.

Chu Hao adjusted his sniper rifle, aiming at the fuel tank of a car that the gorilla-like alien was about to pass.

*Bang—*

As the creature drew level with the car, Chu Hao pulled the trigger. The sniper bullet whistled through the air, crossing hundreds of meters to strike the fuel tank precisely. A violent explosion erupted, causing the alien to stagger.

At that moment, the drone controlled by Ares seized the opportunity and flew in, crashing directly into the top of the creature's head.

*Boom—*

This explosion impacted the creature's face, forcing it to retreat several steps. Meanwhile, the two members of the Spider Team had already reached District C, an open, small plaza scattered with sparse vehicles. On the ground, clear trails of oil connected the vehicles to one another.

Jenny and Chen Mo continued to run forward. The gorilla-like alien behind them finally regained its footing and charged toward them frantically. If it were capable of emotion, it would surely be feeling extreme rage—the fury of being played like a monkey by these humans, wanting nothing more than to tear their heads off.

Once the pair cleared the plaza, Chu Hao's voice came through the earpiece: "Demolition of District C begins in twenty seconds. Once it starts, follow the plan and enter the sewer for extraction. The demolition team will then take over for the Spider Team."

"Copy that!" they replied in unison.

In the original plot, the North Ice Continent team had not been as well-prepared as they were now. They lacked sufficient explosives for interception and lacked kamikaze drones to draw attention. Consequently, executing this plan had left no room for error; if the members acting as bait didn't run with all their might, they risked being killed by their own team's explosives.

Things were much easier now. Under the cover provided by Chu Hao and Ares, Jenny and Chen Mo escaped the District C blast zone unscathed. Hearing the explosions behind them, they didn't hesitate for a moment and dove into their extraction point—the sewers.

*Rumble—*

Feeling the explosions overhead and the tremors from the creature's massive footsteps, Jenny held her breath, her body tense and motionless, not daring to make a sound.

Chen Mo was cooperative and remained silent, though he wasn't particularly nervous. His mind was wandering, thinking about various things.

The drone's interference effect was good. It was a pity that the world of *Jackie Chan Adventures* didn't seem to have developed much drone technology, so they hadn't brought many—likely due to the era. However, the world of Kurumi Tokisaki should have plenty.

Speaking of which, the Realizer units used by the wizards in Kurumi's world were pretty good gadgets. If possible, getting a few would be nice... though it was unclear if there were male versions. Otherwise, only Jenny would be able to wear them. Several grown men wearing that kind of female attire... ugh.

But in terms of value, the most precious items in Kurumi's world were the Sephirot Crystals. Aside from Spirits with special abilities, a standard Spirit's strength should be at the Tier 4 initial level... but Kurumi probably wouldn't give those up easily, and they seemed hard to obtain anyway.

Just as Jenny was nervous and Chen Mo was lost in thought, the tremors overhead gradually faded. Using the flames and smoke from the explosions as cover, the two successfully broke free from the alien's pursuit. The demolition team—J and Osas—had successfully drawn its attention, leading it toward a large gas station.

"Phew..." Jenny patted her chest in relief after surviving the ordeal.

"Let's go. We haven't reached the extraction point yet."

Chen Mo removed his headset and walked deeper into the sewer. Reminded, Jenny hurriedly followed.

J and Osas were sprinting frantically into the distance. The gorilla-like alien chasing them was in a miserable state; the numerous injuries from the explosions had hindered its movement, yet it had not fallen and continued to pursue them with all its might.

Until it reached a flat area near a large gas station and charged inside, while the two humans ran even faster, eventually jumping into a sewer.

*Click.*

Chu Hao pressed the button in his hand.

In an instant, a brilliant light flared. A small black mushroom cloud rose from the gas station, followed by a thunderous roar that shook the sky.

[Killed one Giant-type biological weapon. All members receive 5,000 reward points and one Grade B side quest.]

The Lord God's notification rang in everyone's minds. A moment later, Chu Hao's voice appeared on the communication channel.

"Mission accomplished. Everyone retreat to the safe house. Wait for half an hour; once it is confirmed that no alien weapons are following or present, return to the shelter. That is all..."

Although it wasn't a huge harvest for him, the plan had succeeded smoothly, and Chen Mo was quite pleased.

Jenny, following behind him, was incredibly excited. She muttered to herself as she walked, talking about eating one bowl of soy milk and pouring out another, magical girls, Pikachu, Gengar, Gardevoir...

...

"Jenny, do you realize you're speaking through the communication channel, so the entire team can hear your muttering?"

"Huh?"