"But in that case, he must be nearby right now!" Huo Qiming said with certainty. His gaze fell on Zhou Ze, a hint of regret in his eyes, but his words were firm. "I have to kill Director Zhou... Otherwise, that guy can see us right now..."
"Hold on," Chu Bamboo said, holding up a hand to stop him. He looked directly into Zhou Ze's vacant eyes and asked, "Can you speak?"
Zhou Ze didn't speak, but Chu Bamboo wasn't in a hurry. He stated leisurely, "I wield a sliver of omniscience. I know what you're planning to do in this land... and by looking at my face, you should also know who I am!"
"I command you." Chu Bamboo tilted his head. 'I have my doubts,' he thought, but his words were utterly certain, delivered with a regal, natural air. "Go and die!"
"All... for the great cause."
Huo Qiming: "???"
'This tone of voice he's using... Something feels off about it.'
Huo Qiming hesitated, wanting to speak.
And then...
