Chapter 932: I Will Operate Like a Lone Wolf
No matter how Zhang Yi argued, Lele refused to change its name.
Dogs may be a bit less intelligent than humans, but their loyalty is something people cannot match.
Zhou Lingling was its owner, so when Zhou Lingling called it Lele, it recognized only that name.
Even though Zhang Yi was powerful enough to intimidate it, basic principles couldn't be abandoned.
Zhang Yi smiled and nudged its big head with his foot.
This thing really was enormous, and unlike Hua Hua it couldn't transform.
So normally it just lay there in the room, looking like an oversized black plush toy, and it even provided its own warmth. To be honest, it was kind of amusing.
Just at that moment, Zhang Yi's satellite phone rang.
He picked it up and saw that the call was a video from Zhu Zheng.A playful glint passed through his eyes.
A week had already gone by, and his ability had completely returned to normal.
Zhu Zheng's reason for calling was naturally about the Divine Source operation on Star Island.
Zhang Yi knew that the East Sea Region had wasted too much time in the wrong place and had only slowly realized their mistake afterward.
But it was obvious that if they tried to monopolize things, it would be extremely difficult.
No one could be certain because of the Colombian Navy's movements.
Zhang Yi connected the call, and Zhu Zheng's face, which always looked kindly toward him, appeared on the screen.
"Zhang Yi, how have you been resting lately? Is your health better? Any lingering effects?"
Zhang Yi said calmly, "I think there are. Lately I feel weak all over, can't summon energy for anything, just want to lie at home."
The moment Zhu Zheng heard that, he knew Zhang Yi was fine.
He laughed and said, "Since your health has recovered, hurry over to Blizzard City! We're waiting for you now."
The investigation team leaders in Blizzard City had already returned; they were just waiting for Zhang Yi to come back to hold a combat meeting and decide the next course of action.
When he heard the words "combat meeting," Zhang Yi, for some reason, suddenly sneezed and felt a chill run down his spine.
He frowned and asked, "The East Sea Region didn't succeed? It's already too late for us to set out. And without their assistance, we simply can't break through the Colombian Navy's blockade."
Zhu Zheng said with a smile, "This time, even heaven is on our side! Most of Star Island, especially the areas around Mist Valley, have been shrouded in a mysterious massive fog!"
"The coverage exceeds six cities — over twenty thousand square kilometers! More than half the territory is shrouded in fog."
"This fog can't be penetrated by satellite detection and it's highly toxic. To explore it, you have to rely on primitive methods."
"So the East Sea Region hasn't found a good approach in the short term."
"Hehe, they brought this on themselves. They wasted time there and made noise, which drew the Colombian Navy's attention."
"So this time they actively approached us for cooperation, proposing to form a joint armed force to enter Star Island and search for the Divine Source."
Zhang Yi heard the news without surprise.
"Mist Valley has always been a dangerous area shrouded in miasma. Now that there's a Divine Source, any changes are unsurprising."
"But working with the East Sea Region? Heh."
Zhang Yi sneered, disdain written all over his face, with a flash of disgust deep in his eyes.
Zhu Zheng understood that Zhang Yi still resented the East Sea Region for their disrespectful behavior toward him.
He quickly soothed him, "Zhang Yi, these are extraordinary times. I know the East Sea Region offended you. But right now, cooperating with them is our best option."
"If you really want revenge, the only way is to make yourself stronger!"
"Trust me — people meet again. When you are strong enough, sooner or later they will come begging. That will be your chance for revenge. Not now."
"Because right now we truly aren't as strong as they are."
Zhang Yi was silent for a moment, then let out a long sigh.
"I understand. I'll head to Blizzard City immediately and follow headquarters' arrangements."
Zhu Zheng nodded with relief, "That's the right attitude. When you're out in the world, dignity is earned by yourself; sulking over slights achieves nothing."
After they ended the call, the anger and unwillingness on Zhang Yi's face vanished instantly.
"East Sea Region? This time I have plenty of time. I can play with them properly."
He looked at Hua Hua on the sofa and Lele on the rug and raised an eyebrow.
"It's time to leave!"
Zhang Yi said goodbye to everyone at home.
This time he didn't take anyone with him; he only brought a cat and a dog.
No one at home objected.
Lu Keran delivered equipment to Zhang Yi.
Zhang Yi checked everything carefully — every detail on the brand-new combat suit was inspected.
This combat suit was so well-armed that calling it armed to the teeth understated it; it was armed down to every thread.
"It's time to make the trip!"
Zhang Yi said his farewells to everyone at home, took Hua Hua and got into the car.
As for Lele, because of its enormous size, it could only run alongside.
That posed no problem — it could run through the snow like a gale.
Watching Zhang Yi drive off, the people at home displayed varied expressions.
Liang Yue's eyes looked a little lonely, but she quickly let it go.
Zhang Yi not bringing her along was clearly a deliberate decision.
Besides, the battle for the Divine Source was a major mission. Even captains would likely be mobilized en masse.
Even if she went, she would be taking a huge risk.
If she felt that way, others would be in even greater danger.
Yang Xinxin's eyes, however, showed a near-mad excitement.
"This time, brother, give them a real surprise!"
...
Zhang Yi, with Hua Hua and Lele, arrived at the Jiangnan Region.
There was no time to rest; Bai Li Changqing came to greet him immediately.
After all, Zhang Yi was officially the commander of the Celestial Hound Squad, and Bai Li Changqing and the others were his subordinates.
"Commander, you're here! Zhu Shuai asked you to come to the Operations Command Center. Once you arrive they'll immediately open a high-level meeting. All the investigation team leaders will attend!"
Zhang Yi nodded. "Mm, I know."
Bai Li Changqing looked at Zhang Yi with some surprise since he didn't see Liang Yue, Yang Xinxin, Zhou Ke'er, or the others.
He only saw a huge dog and the black tabby cat perched on its head.
"You didn't bring anyone this time?"
Bai Li Changqing asked curiously.
Zhang Yi said lightly, "Bringing many people this time is meaningless."
Headquarters can send more people as needed.
Searching for the Divine Source requires a large number of personnel and must be done in primitive ways.
But Zhang Yi would not let people close to him take such risks.
Author's Note