I Am Unaware That I Am the Peerless Martial God Chapter 1352: Waiting for Gains without Pains

Upon hearing the Chief Captain's question, Xu Rong, harboring her own doubts already, sensed the pieces of the puzzle in her head connecting perfectly. She voiced her ideas right there without hesitation.

"Chief Captain."

"Exactly as you mentioned, these Phantom Spirits met their ends in utterly brutal ways. They were clearly subjected to additional blows, almost as if driven by vengeance. Whatever being carried this out must have tremendous power, rendering it exceedingly difficult for us to pursue them."

"Yet, I discovered a single linking factor!"

The Chief Captain displayed approval in his gaze and inclined his head in anticipation.

"Oh?"

"What linking factor did you uncover? Share it with me!"

Xu Rong affirmed with greater assurance, her voice gaining solidity.

"All the major slaughters of Phantom Spirits, along with the earlier beast horde event, happened beyond the city barriers. Moreover, every one unfolded during the night. The timing and place align perfectly each time. We can use these elements to focus our investigation area!"

Li Weiwei paid attention, though somewhat puzzled.

The Chief Captain, on the other hand, grinned more broadly. He adjusted his glasses and agreed with a nod.

"Yes, splendid."

"By dispatching personnel to observe activities outside the city, we could potentially uncover signs of this fearsome being. This approach certainly holds promise."

"Quickly verify if there are further signs of Phantom Spirit presence near Pingjiang City."

Xu Rong dispatched the order at once, and soon after, she replied with enthusiasm.

"Chief Captain, confirmed. Numerous Phantom Spirits were sighted by the Qing River to the north of the city. That's the sole remaining spot without discovered remains. It must be the upcoming aim of that dreadful being!"

At this revelation, Li Weiwei grasped the situation.

"Oh!"

"I see now! The Captain intends that by adhering to the repeated pattern and ambushing at the following site, we'll identify precisely what fearsome being is operating!"

The Chief Captain offered a subtle smile.

Xu Rong decided swiftly, speaking with a drive to atone for earlier errors.

"Chief Captain."

"For this mission, I wish to head to the Qing River northward myself. I'll conceal myself in the vicinity and observe vigilantly. Maybe I'll reveal the exact nature of the perpetrator!"

Witnessing this bold and determined plea, the Chief Captain nodded gravely.

"Very well. Exercise utmost caution in all you do."

If it were another person, he would never permit such a perilous assignment, even for mere remote monitoring via devices. Yet Xu Rong stood as their strongest captain. She ought to handle self-protection during observation without issue. Besides, the recent series of setbacks had choked this talented prodigy with frustration; she required some accomplishment at any cost.

From both sentiment and logic.

For this vital duty, Xu Rong emerged as the ideal choice.

The Chief Captain had perceived it all clearly; understanding and deploying his team effectively marked supreme insight.

Observing the Captain assigned this crucial role, Li Weiwei's eyes brimmed with anxious eagerness. She vowed steadfastly to support her Captain.

"Captain, stay safe please."

"I'll await your triumphant report! Leave the rest to me. I'll watch that odd fellow closely for sure!"

The team exchanged glances and grins, excitement gleaming in their expressions.

The vehicles raced forward, plunging into the vibrant heart of Pingjiang City's urban district.

The following day at twilight.

Within an aged housing block, Li Weiwei, clad in a trench coat, concealed herself beneath a tree. She tracked every motion in the apartment structure, her gaze unwavering throughout, without a hint of slack.

On this occasion.

She mustered every ounce of her resolve, vowing to unmask the real identity of that contemptible deceiver, Wu Tao. As a respected agent of the Demon Hunting Department, she staked her entire dignity; she refused to be fooled once more!

Serving as a non-combat intel specialist, she lacked prowess in fighting, yet she trusted her skills in watching and following. Plus, equipped with advanced tech, how could failure repeat?

Regardless of whether the subject was a Phantom or a formidable Spirit Hunter, she believed she could shadow his every step. Even enduring a full day sans meals or water, she planned to scrutinize him relentlessly!

At the same time.

As darkness slowly descended.

Aloft the towering barriers on the city's northern edge, Xu Rong gripped her binoculars tensely, fixating on the Qing River.

Though insistent, owing to the Chief Captain's safety directives, she was restricted to overseeing Qing River happenings from the wall's height remotely. Such far-off vigilance clashed with Xu Rong's initial goal, but compliance was unavoidable.

Despite reinforcements from squad mates assigned to assist in monitoring, establishing multiple vantage points across the extensive east-west barrier, Xu Rong's features still betrayed unease. Her stare remained fixed on the far-off Qing River, permitting no lapse.

Yet, human stamina has bounds.

Following hours of unwavering attention, even a prodigy like Xu Rong sensed weariness creeping in, particularly when fixated on one area alone.

Abruptly.

Her lids weighed down increasingly, and a wave of vertigo struck her mind.

But as she briefly set aside the binoculars to clear her vision, the radio on her belt crackled with a frantic alert!

"Captain!"

"Captain, check now! Activity at the Qing River!"

Startled by the call, Xu Rong snatched up her binoculars swiftly.

Through the magnification, a shadowy form appeared racing along the Qing River's shores. Blood sprays burst beneath the moon's glow. Within mere breaths, the roused Phantom Spirits fell like slaughtered animals!

It proved utterly petrifying...

Merely observing from afar, the spectacle chilled to the bone!

Despite her battle-hardened experience, Xu Rong gulped in shock. Yet her honor and duty ignited immediately, propelling her past the dread to peer steadfastly onward.

Regrettably.

The gap stretched too vast, and the lunar light dimmed somewhat.

Regardless of her scrutiny, the swift-moving shadow's identity eluded her. With the Phantom Spirits nearly eradicated, the form would soon vanish!

What to do!

Persisting in distant viewing yielded zilch. This precious chance risked slipping away fruitlessly!

Anxiety mounted as she observed.

Casting caution aside, Xu Rong resolved instantly and vaulted from the wall.

This act horrified her comrades!

Ahead loomed a being that decimated Phantom Spirits; charging heedlessly spelled disaster!

After all, while it targeted the Phantom Spirits, its allegiance remained unknown.

Summoning courage, several teammates descended the wall in succession to halt her.

A rush of urgings and blocks consumed precious moments.

Considering Xu Rong's resolve and prowess, coupled with her ingrained command, the others failed to restrain her. Still, it delayed them notably.

When she at last dashed forward in silence.

The Qing River banks lay strewn with remains. The savage tableau of the corpses receiving fatal follow-ups, akin to prior scenes, instilled dread in all hearts!

Xu Rong brimmed with deeper remorse, clenching her jaw and stamping in vexation!

"Damn it!"

"I'm late by a margin! I didn't catch a glimpse of the actor's form!"

Catching her words, the teammates bowed their heads shamefacedly.

Xu Rong disregarded them. She snapped her gaze upward, surveying all around. Through her binoculars, she scanned the moon-washed landscape desperately, yearning to detect hints of the dread entity.

Her unyielding pursuit stirred greater remorse and guilt among the team.

Thankfully, persistence yields results.

Though the dread entity shrouded in enigma, Xu Rong succeeded in tracing its path.

Beneath the moonlit far horizon...

A solitary shape advanced calmly away, casting an uncannily spectral outline amid the tranquil beams. After this night's annihilating purge, such a view would freeze blood in any observer.

Indisputably, this was the culprit!

Yet, as Xu Rong focused keenly on the quarry.

The shape seemed wholly ordinary, merely the rear view of an average man!

In that instant.

Xu Rong's pulse raced in astonishment, incredulity flooding her.

She rapidly fine-tuned her binoculars for detail. It was plainly a male in slippers and shorts, ambling casually, exuding nonchalance as if undisturbed. Though only his outline visible, prolonged viewing stirred recognition.

Abruptly.

Xu Rong's sharp eyes quivered fiercely, and she dropped the binoculars, face etched in sheer dismay.

"It's him?!"