#584Chapter 556: The Clone Tao Baibai's Journey to Dongxia (3K)AI Model: gemini-2.5-flash
Chapter 556: The Cloned Tao Pai Pai's East Xia Journey (3K+)
East Xia, outside Yanjing.
In a massive underground base, Luohui and "Bai Cangshu," who had been brought there blindfolded, finally awaited Song Xian's return after nearly half an hour.
"How is it, Master? Are you alright…?"
Although she was considered a "veteran employee" of the Luohui Special Affairs Bureau, this was her first time visiting the Yanjing headquarters.
It was also her first time witnessing a battle between Ability Users.
She cautiously tried to alleviate her nervousness by asking about her master.
However, Luohui's heartbeat and pulse were not hidden from Song Xian's ears. He forced a smile and comforted his naive subordinate.
"It's nothing, Luohui. Someone will arrange for you to give a detailed report later about the entire incident of the attack. Don't be nervous; just treat it like taking a statement."
Luohui nodded, then looked at Bai Cangshu, who, ever since arriving, had stopped talking to her and was instead engrossed in examining the metal doors, windows, and white lights around him.
She always felt that he was a little different.
Although his build, appearance, and even demeanor were still the same, she always felt something was off.
It was as if there was something spoiled in a fragrant cake, but the scent was too strong for her to detect, yet her intuition told her there was a problem…
Song Xian noticed Luohui's gaze on Bai Cangshu was no longer as "infatuated" as before. He was surprised by her keen perception and, after some thought, led Luohui out of the room.
Once Luohui was out of the room and in the corridor, she realized that the room she had just been in was merely an observation room with silver-white metal exterior walls and one-way transparent glass.
Outside the glass curtain wall, four men and women in white coats were constantly observing the interior, recording data on tablets.
"This is… observing student Bai?!"
Song Xian nodded with a serious expression. He had just received more information from the space.
Because Tao Pai Pai had achieved a great victory in Myanmar against the Kill White Alliance, End Empire, Reaper's Paradise, Blackwater, and several other large Reincarnator forces and high-level gatherings, a large amount of information had circulated.
Tao Pai Pai's true identity was no longer a secret.
He obtained Tao Pai Pai's true information from Blackwater with almost no cost.
The intelligence came from Reincarnators within Goryeo, confirming that the March Conglomerate, which announced the establishment of humanity's first Ability User office in Goryeo, was backed by Tao Pai Pai.
And Tao Pai Pai's true identity was a young man named Bai from East Xia, who suddenly appeared in Myanmar a few months ago and quickly rose to prominence.
With this information, combined with high-level divination abilities, the whereabouts of "Bai Cangshu," and the attack on his team by Su Qingqiu and others, who ultimately let this "Bai Cangshu" in the team go.
Coupled with the transaction he made with Tao Pai Pai through Black Butler in the space, confirming that Tao Pai Pai possessed Gantz, which could perfectly replicate life forms and super-tech items.
All the truth was now before Song Xian; he could no longer harbor any illusions.
"Heh, Song Xian, you actually let such a dangerous person escape to Myanmar right under your nose. The nickname 'Hound' isn't entirely accurate, is it?"
A cold, sharp female voice came from behind. Luohui frowned and turned around to see a woman in a black trench coat over a form-fitting combat suit.
The woman had long black hair flowing down both sides, a neat fringe, and exuded an orderly, rigorous aura, yet also a complete lack of warmth.
Song Xian did not explain anything. He had also heard discussions among other official Reincarnators that Commander Yan Qiu, the direct commander of the Azure Dragon Department, was someone who intensely hated Reincarnators.
Some speculated she had suffered some misfortune because of Reincarnators, but the South Heaven Gate Project was a super-large united front organization encompassing various forces. Commander Yan Qiu, who disliked Reincarnators, and Reincarnators who disliked this woman, all had to work together.
"No, Song Xian didn't let Tao Pai Pai escape. It should be said that Song Xian protected Luohui from Tao Pai Pai."
A deep male voice, strong and authoritative, resonated. The man's temples were graying, and his face was lined with wrinkles, but the rows of military medals on his chest indicated the achievements he had once earned.
Commander Yan Qiu lowered her head slightly upon hearing the voice, no longer expressing her opinion.
Song Xian felt a slight release. Among the high-ranking officials of East Xia, there were naturally those who detested Reincarnators and those who supported them.
Fortunately, the high-level officials of the South Heaven Gate Project and the Special Affairs Bureau were all absolutely open-minded; otherwise, even he would sometimes waver.
The old man came to Song Xian's side and patted his shoulder.
"I will request a commendation for you regarding this matter."
With one sentence, he turned Song Xian's failure to timely discover Tao Pai Pai's true identity from a mistake into a great merit.
In fact, many people within the South Heaven Gate Project currently supported this line of thinking.
Many of them were not Reincarnators and could not personally feel the fear that the name "Tao Pai Pai" brought.
But they were very clear that Ability Users themselves possessed the potential to transcend real-world military power. An individual who could become feared by the vast majority in such a group.
Compared to risking his capture in a densely populated city like Luohui, sending him abroad was a more appropriate choice.
Song Xian was about to explain further, but the old man raised his hand to stop him.
Then, he spoke a few gentle words to Luohui before arranging for her departure.
Luohui pursed her lips. She finally mustered the courage to ask the elder, who was considered a senior.
"Grandpa Li, is student Bai… alright…?"
The old man named Li smiled and shook his head.
"He will be fine. We still have to rely on him."
Luohui left, half-believing, half-doubting, but Song Xian's brows were tightly furrowed. Only after confirming Luohui had truly left did he speak.
"Elder Li, I do not approve of the hypnosis plan for this clone."
He scanned the room. There were top researchers, scientists, high-ranking military and political officials, and Reincarnators like himself.
"Since we know that guy's main body is Tao Pai Pai, we should understand that he deliberately sent this clone back!"
"Tao Pai Pai is a monster, a lunatic, who absolutely cannot be measured by common sense!"
"He… I believe Tao Pai Pai knew we were trying to hypnotize people and send them to that place, so he actively sent his clone over, wanting to use our hands to send another version of himself there!"
Even though the concept of "ability user" was gradually recognized by everyone, and Reincarnators could now display some abilities in front of ordinary people without punishment.
However, directly discussing concepts related to the space in front of ordinary people would still violate the rules. Therefore, people like Song Xian used pronouns to refer to them.
And these people had long been accustomed to this mode of communication.
Elder Li, Commander Yan Qiu, and the others all understood that "that place" was a place that could mass-produce Ability Users from ordinary people.
Commander Yan Qiu's face was cold. She recognized the destructive power of Ability Users but did not believe this group possessed intellectual levels beyond ordinary humans.
"You mean, he hopes to create another version of himself there?!"
"I remember your report stated that this kind of clone, besides having a physical body and soul completely identical to the original, has no other connection to the original, right?"
"Even if the clone becomes an Ability User, if he can't control it, what's the point?"
The others were also puzzled by this.
But Song Xian, when he had just returned to the space, had received more information about Tao Pai Pai from other intelligence brokers like Jin Ruohai.
He had also gained a better understanding of Tao Pai Pai's past behavior.
He shook his head.
"For a guy like Tao Pai Pai, perhaps he doesn't want to control it at all…"
"He just knows that every version of him, even a clone, as long as it can enter that place and become an Ability User, will turn into a rather terrifying, difficult-to-deal-with guy."
"And he enjoys chaos, enjoys slaughter…"
"He might even grow stronger and amuse himself by hunting down his own growing clones…"
After hearing Song Xian's words, everyone exchanged glances.
Even Elder Li frowned and pondered.
This description indeed painted a picture of a very troublesome individual: powerful, with a twisted mind, and extremely difficult to deal with.
"Could such a guy really exist? You haven't been frightened by him, have you, Song Xian?"
Commander Yan Qiu retorted, but soon, other Reincarnators also agreed with Song Xian.
"Officer Yan, you haven't encountered such a guy, so you naturally don't understand. Sir Tao Pai Pai… cough, Tao Pai Pai is no ordinary person!"
Someone spoke, unconsciously using the honorific "Sir."
Only then did Elder Li realize that Tao Pai Pai was probably an Ability User of another level…
"Let's discuss this matter again."
Elder Li also temporarily postponed the decision to put the cloned Bai Cangshu into the hypnosis plan.
Song Xian did not relax upon hearing this. He was recruited by Elder Li himself, and he knew very well that Elder Li's statement actually meant he still wanted to win over the cloned Bai Cangshu.
But… how could such a guy be won over?
In the white room, "Bai Cangshu" stood before the opaque glass. His eyes stared straight ahead, looking outside.
He was certain that this was a one-way mirror, and someone outside was observing him.
Moreover, those people highly valued his worth—no, they highly valued the worth of his original self!
Bai Cangshu's lips curved into a smile, and the gentle expression on his face slowly faded. The muscles on his body also stretched out, one by one.
Since his most important value at the moment was his similarity to the original.
Then he naturally didn't need to follow the persona he had set for himself before, imitating ordinary people and living a mediocre life.
He could fully display his value… his abilities.
And if necessary, perhaps even… loyalty.
Ha~
Through the glass, Elder Li watched as the clone seemed to deliberately display every detail of his body, constantly making various movements.
The researchers next to him continuously exclaimed in awe.
This was a terrifying physique that surpassed most humans.
If possible, this could very well be a sharp weapon for East Xia!
"Song Xian, go retrieve that sword. I hope he can personally interact with this clone."
Elder Li spoke. Song Xian didn't react immediately, but the next moment, his pupils contracted, and his mind raced.
Phantom Sword · Chu Qi!
Bai Cangshu's childhood friend!
His feigned death and escape indeed seemed to be the most exquisite arrangement at this moment!
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