Ming Zhitian had always respected soldiers, having been one himself, but now it held no relevance to him. "So?"
Lu Ming became serious. "I saw you in action just now. Are you a soldier?"
Ming Zhitian shook his head. "No."
Lu Ming was a bit embarrassed. He asked again, "Then... are you a Xianwuzhe?"
Ming Zhitian was confused. "What is Xianwu?"
Lu Ming explained, "When external force is channeled through the palm like a blade, it is external manifestation. When internal force is concentrated as a sharp edge through qi, it is internal manifestation. Both are Xianwuzhe. Could it be..."
Ming Zhitian said, "If you say so, then yes."
"Excellent!" Lu Ming's expression showed a hint of vindication. "I have a request. I have the exact locations of the bases of the Aides-Fighting Group. I implore you to help me dismantle them."
Ming Zhitian appeared indifferent. "Why should I help you?"
Lu Ming was slightly surprised. "By your demeanor, you are one of us. As citizens of Modu, the rise and fall of our nation is the responsibility of every man. Shouldn't we do our utmost to protect our home and country?"
Ming Zhitian sneered, "That's you. What does it have to do with me?"
He turned to leave. Lu Ming thought, it was understandable. How could a Xianwuzhe be willing to get involved in worldly affairs?
"Alright, then let's consider this a transaction. I request your help in my capacity as a Colonel of the Divine Eagle Commando Unit."
"Transaction?" Ming Zhitian was dismissive. "What do you want to exchange with me?"
Lu Ming said, "Name your price. Consider me hiring you. As long as it's not excessive, tens of millions are not an issue."
Ming Zhitian gave a cold laugh and waved his hand. "Farewell."
Lu Ming was taken aback. He hadn't expected money not to move him. He quickly called out, "Wait... wait a moment!"
Ming Zhitian said, "You're annoying. I saved you not because you're a soldier, but purely by chance. Don't delay me further in finding someone."
"Finding someone?" Lu Ming was astonished. "Is there anything I can help you with?"
Ming Zhitian said, "I'm looking for someone. Do you know... Never mind, I'll look myself. You go on."
"Don't," Lu Ming stepped forward. "In all of Modu, there's no one my Divine Eagle Commando Unit can't find. Whether they're hidden in a deep valley, a remote sea, or a deserted island, I can use all my connections to help you find them. May I ask for the name of the person you're looking for?"
Ming Zhitian pondered for a moment. "Entrusted by someone, her name is... Irina."
"!"
Lu Ming couldn't help but be shocked for a moment, but he quickly regained his composure. "No problem, it's on me."
Ming Zhitian's aimless search was proving fruitless. "How long will it take you to find someone?"
He was an expert in this regard. Lu Ming replied, "Not long, within three days."
Ming Zhitian nodded. "Good, it's a deal. You help me find her, and I'll help you eliminate the Aides-Fighting Group."
"Deal!" Lu Ming was overjoyed, but also worried about Irina. This matter was definitely not as simple as it appeared. Ming Zhitian might be a Xianwuzhe sent by an enemy nation to assassinate Irina.
However, no matter what, he urgently needed Ming Zhitian's help. After witnessing his combat prowess, Lu Ming had already concluded internally that he possessed the strength of a Grandmaster.
Such a young Grandmaster was something Lu Ming, despite his extensive experience and having navigated the world of Xianwuzhe, had never encountered.
The Aides-Fighting Group. Lu Ming was about to start strategizing when Ming Zhitian waved his hand slightly. "No need. Wait here for me for three minutes."
Lu Ming was stunned. At this point, he had no choice but to trust the person before him unconditionally.
"Whoosh..."
With a flash, Ming Zhitian silently dealt with the four terrifying sentries at the entrance. Then, with several invisible spiritual energies, he neutralized the sentries at the east, west, and south positions, severed communication lines and hidden connections to the alarm system, as well as the lightning and mine triggers for the hidden door.