Ice Age Apocalypse: I Hoard Billions of Supplies-Chapter 582: Sir, Please Wait

Chapter 582 – Sir, Please Wait

Zhang Ye headed to the locker room and changed out of his training suit.

He still loved the feel of the material, but there was no way he could take it with him from here.

Fortunately, he had Lu Keran, a master mechanic. Later, he’d count on her to analyze the material and recreate a set for him.

Once he was changed, Zhang Ye stepped out of the locker room.

Wu Di was already outside.

From the look on his face, it was clear he was frustrated. But that hostility he’d once held toward Zhang Ye was gone.

Now that they’d fought, the obsession in his heart had finally been released.

He also understood that Zhang Ye hadn’t even gone all out. If he still lost under those conditions, then there wouldn’t be a chance next time either.

He just felt a bit unwilling, that’s all.

As Zhang Ye came out, he overheard Wu Di talking to Bai Li Changqing. “I really thought I was fully prepared this time. Thought I had a chance to beat him.”

Bai Li Changqing was reassuring, “You’ve only just joined the investigation team. What you lack is real combat experience. You’ll get there with time.”

Zhang Ye walked over. “You two done chatting? If so, mind taking me to pick up my prize?”

Bai Li Changqing waved toward the distance, and soon, one of the investigation team members, Meng Siyu, came over carrying a black case.

She handed the case to Zhang Ye. “This is what you asked for.”

Zhang Ye’s eyes lit up. He was just about to open it and check out his new weapon.

But Bai Li Changqing placed a hand on the case and gave him a look. “Better to wait until you’re back.”

Standard Edman alloy weapons weren’t considered top-secret in Blizzard City, but even so, regular soldiers weren’t authorized to use them.

Giving one to Zhang Ye was technically a grey area. Luckily, the city’s temporary rules didn’t detail this restriction.

So while it was fine for Zhang Ye to use it, flaunting it publicly wasn’t a great idea.

After all, this was the Operations Center. If word spread, someone might use it against him.

Zhang Ye understood and promptly stashed the weapons case into his alternate dimension.

Some familiar faces from the Black-Robed Squad were nearby as well.

They had clearly watched the fight too, and now looked at Zhang Ye with growing admiration.

In terms of combat strength, Wu Di was second only to Bai Li Changqing in their squad.

Zhang Ye had defeated him effortlessly while holding back. That showed not just power but impressive tactical thinking.

Bai Li Changqing laughed and wrapped one arm around Zhang Ye’s shoulder, the other around Wu Di’s.

“Now that you’ve had your brawl, let’s call it even, yeah? Hopefully you two can be friends from now on.”

Friends?

The word made Zhang Ye’s lips curl into a meaningful smile.

His standards for friendship were pretty high.

But he’d still give Bai Li Changqing some face. Besides, saying something nice didn’t cost anything.

Zhang Ye smiled and extended his right hand to Wu Di. “Let’s look out for each other from now on.”

There had never been any personal grudge between him and Wu Di.

Now that they’d fought, Wu Di clearly felt the difference in strength. He was proud but respected those stronger than him.

Zhang Ye offering a handshake made him a little embarrassed, but he still reached out and shook it.

“Yeah.”

After the fight, the sky had already darkened.

There was a curfew in Blizzard City—not that it applied to Bai Li Changqing and the others.

But Zhang Ye was new here and didn’t want to give anyone an excuse to target him by breaking the rules.

He said, “We’ll head back to rest. There’s a gathering tomorrow.”

Bai Li Changqing nodded. “Alright. After the gathering, let’s hang out again sometime! I didn’t even get to treat you to a proper drink today—poor host on my part.”

Zhang Ye gave a light smile. “If I’ve got time, we can definitely have a few.”

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Zhang Ye and his group left the Operations Center—no need to mention the details.

Back at the dueling field, the spectators each had thoughts of their own.

Deng Shentong was already thinking about bringing Zhang Ye into his fold.

But since he’d already met Zhang Ye earlier, going to him again today would seem a bit too eager—not his style.

“He doesn’t even know who I am... Deng Shentong. Not surprising, really—he’s from a small place.”

After some thought, he turned to Bai Chunyu. “Go find Zhang Ye later. Ask him to come visit my residence after the gathering tomorrow.”

Bai Chunyu was careful and composed—unlike the impulsive Liao Honglei. He was the perfect one for this job.

“Oh, and don’t forget to take him past the leaderboard. Let him see who I am.”

In Blizzard City, personal merit points were the real hard currency.

The quickest way to earn them was by going out on missions.

So the top of the leaderboard—the Heaven List—was a clear indicator of strength.

Deng Shentong had always ranked number one on it.

He had to make sure Zhang Ye understood his power. That way, he’d be more willing to join his team.

Right now, Zhang Ye seemed much closer to the Black-Robed Squad.

If Bai Li Changqing managed to rope him in, that’d be a serious waste of talent.

Bai Chunyu kept his usual gentle smile and nodded. “Yes, Captain.”

With that, he turned and left the room, heading to find Zhang Ye.

…

…

Zhang Ye and his team were on their way back to the apartment building after leaving the Operations Center.

Having just received a new weapon, Zhang Ye was itching to get a good look at it.

At least now he wouldn’t have to keep sharing Longming with Liang Yue.

Still, he was curious—since both were made from Edman alloy, how did his new saber compare to Longming?

Another concern nagged at him—he hoped the fight with Wu Di hadn’t drawn too much attention from Blizzard City’s upper brass.

If they got greedy for his strength and tried to force him to stay, that would be a problem.

Just as they stepped outside the Operations Center, a cold, soft voice suddenly called out behind them.

“Mr. Zhang Ye, please wait.”

Everyone turned instinctively at the sound.

On the steps behind them stood a sharp-featured man with a pale face and long shoulder-length hair, wearing a silver-white combat uniform and squinting slightly.

Zhang Ye had never seen this guy before.

But anyone who showed up here clearly wasn’t ordinary.

“And you are?”

“My name is Bai Chunyu. I’m with the Celestial Team.”

As he spoke, Bai Chunyu slowly walked down the steps and came up to Zhang Ye.

He smiled. “I watched your battle with Wu Di from the Black-Robed Squad just now. Your combat instincts are clever, and your abilities are quite... intriguing.”

Celestial Team?

Immediately, an image of Deng Shentong’s flashy figure popped into Zhang Ye’s head.

So this is a recruitment attempt, huh?

Author's Note