Starting Cultivation in Wasteland

Chapter 853 - 723: Parting Ways

Qu Jianlei was dismissive of Xiao Moshan’s choice, but he did not try to persuade him.Because he knew that Old Xiao had always been this kind of person, which is why he asked this question.

Blind loyalty is not advisable, but people with convictions are respectable.

When faced with Flower Scorpion’s question, a hint of hesitation flashed in Xiao Moshan’s eyes, but he finally answered resolutely.

"I believe there are still good people in the Military... I also need to clear my name."

"You’re just..." Flower Scorpion was so angry she couldn’t speak, "I’ve never seen someone as stupid as you."

Xiao Moshan fell silent again, and after a long while, he said, "If I die, don’t you dare avenge me."

How much justice can truly be served? Qu Jianlei silently remarked to himself, but he didn’t bother to speak up.

Flower Scorpion was so angry that she pulled out the pistol from her waist, pretending to raise the muzzle.

But ultimately, she put the gun back — how could the gun be aimed at one of their own?

Yet, she was still not at ease, "Instead of letting others kill you, I might as well do it myself."

Xiao Moshan just stood there quietly, without any reaction, and didn’t charge any part of his body.

When she put the gun away, he forced a bitter smile, "Sorry for disappointing you all."

"Not disappointed at all," Bentley rarely spoke up, though his face showed no expression, "That’s just the kind of person you are."

"Alright, stop arguing," Qu Jianlei said in a deep voice, "Have you made your decision?"

Xiao Moshan nodded decisively, "Yes, I have. Of course, if you don’t trust me, you can kill me."

He spoke with candor, knowing that Jian Lei was now much too strong, capable of crushing him effortlessly.

"Tch," Qu Jianlei snorted with disdain, "Even if you were to die, it shouldn’t be at my hands."

Flower Scorpion was stunned for a long time before she realized this person was truly beyond persuasion.

So she opted for the next best thing, "How much of our secret do you plan to report?"

Xiao Moshan seemed to have already considered this issue and unhesitatingly replied.

"Jian Lei is Wind Attribute A-level, I don’t know who the Gold Attribute Supreme is, nor about the Attributeless one."

Then he glanced at the other two, "Your information... doesn’t seem to have anything that needs to be kept secret, right?"

Bentley rolled his eyes, indeed his information did not need any secrecy.

During the time he was captured by the enemy, not only were his personal identity and experiences scrutinized, but even his various body functions were thoroughly examined.

Flower Scorpion also snorted, "Our information doesn’t need your secrecy, just protect the boss’s secret."

Xiao Moshan nodded and walked over to a distant spot, sitting down with his back to them.

Bentley glanced at Qu Jianlei, without revealing any intention to kill, but the meaning was clear.

If you want to take him out, I’m with you.

Qu Jianlei shook his head, the matter indeed made him a bit unhappy, but each to their own and cannot be forced.

"First, wake up Xiao Qin and Blair, see if they want to join us."

When Blair woke up and recognized Qu Jianlei, she hugged him and cried bitterly.

As for leaving the Wasteland and venturing into interstellar space? There was no issue at all.

Xiao Qin felt the same way; at ten years old, her parents died on a mission and she was adopted by Jamaari.

Now that her husband has divorced her, she is alone, with nothing to hold her in Central City.

Even though she is B-level, making her a notable figure in Central City, living wouldn’t be bad, nor would she have a hard time remarrying.

Unfortunately, she was targeted by the Divine Text Association — quite an unreasonable organization.

If she left Qu Jianlei and his people, she would have to hide everywhere, hoping that one day the storm would pass.

However, she knew well that hiding wasn’t easy.

Look at Xiao Moshan, Bentley, and Flower Scorpion, aren’t they all B-level? And all experts in survival and concealment.

Even so, they were pushed to the brink by the Divine Text Association.

Moreover, for people in Central City, seizing the chance to experience the outside world is rarely resisted.

Xiao Qin had heard Jamaari speak of it, knowing there were bases above the Gorge and another world beyond the bases.

Qu Jianlei monitored her emotions from start to finish, without detecting anything unusual.

Moreover, despite Xiao Qin being from Central City and her path being smooth, she truly hadn’t undergone any special training.

So he finally asked, "Once you join, there’s no turning back. You still have time to reconsider."

Xiao Qin responded weakly, "If there comes a day when I want out, you can just kill me."

You could tell she was still drowning in the pain of divorce — or perhaps feeling world-weary from both career and marital failures.

Seeing her in such a state, Qu Jianlei was indeed reluctant to take her along, as she lacked any fighting spirit!

However, Flower Scorpion declared openly in front of Xiao Qin, "If she doesn’t come with us, she won’t survive; might as well let her commit suicide."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qin still showed no reaction.

Qu Jianlei thought it over, finally sighed, and shook his head, "Alright, Jamaari treated me well, so I’ll take her with us."

Then he waved at Xiao Moshan, "Old Xiao, I have something to tell you."

Xiao Moshan walked over expressionlessly, his demeanor solemn.

Qu Jianlei didn’t care what he was thinking, "Old Xiao, my method of leaving will be quite secretive, I don’t want outsiders to know."

Xiao Moshan hesitated for a moment, then nodded, "Understood, attack ships aren’t suited for long interstellar travel."

As a soldier, he understood this bit of knowledge; while not impossible, long voyages in attack ships were quite arduous.

Initially, he thought Jian Lei had struggled to come, but now it seemed the other party might have a larger starship.

However, larger starships usually have some characteristics, making them easily recognizable.

Attack ships typically don’t have characteristics, so even if you want to modify them, it’s very convenient.

Since he’s about to leave this team, it was normal for the others to want to keep secrets from him.

So he bluntly asked, "Do you intend to knock me out or inject sleeping medication?"

Qu Jianlei shrugged, "You choose. If you don’t want to leave with us, it’s up to you."

Unless he’s leaving the attack ship behind for me... Xiao Moshan pursed his lips helplessly.

Alright, it’s a daydream; an attack ship costs tens of millions. Even if Jian Lei really gives it to him, he can’t accept it, can he?

"Then inject the sleeping medication... I definitely have to leave with you guys. Do you know where you’re planning to send me?"

"Depends on where you want to go," Qu Jianlei replied casually, "Just don’t leave the Hope Star Realm."

As he spoke, he opened the Secret Vault nearby.

The Secret Vault wasn’t small, about thirty square meters and over two meters high, empty inside with few stored supplies.

The most important supply was the Healing Pod; this was the site for Limb Regeneration.

Even though there weren’t many things, the building cost was indeed high; for a Secret Vault, smaller is usually better, as larger ones are prone to exposure.

But it couldn’t be helped; if someone is receiving treatment, there always has to be someone to care for them, right?

Moreover, the requirements for the sterile isolation room inside were very strict.

Just then, Xiao Moshan spoke, "Send me to Star No. 3... never mind, Star No. 2 instead."

"Alright," Qu Jianlei nodded, using the Storage Talisman to collect the Healing Pod and medication.

Xiao Moshan watched him use the Storage Talisman, thought for a moment, and took out a Storage Talisman, handing it to Flower Scorpion.

"Since I’m leaving, I won’t use this, so it’s yours."

"Who cares," Flower Scorpion folded her arms over her chest, not even looking at him.

Xiao Moshan glanced at Bentley, who looked up at the sky, completely ignoring him.

He felt a bit bored, sighed, "Old Bentley, it’s not that I’m not loyal; people need to have some pursuits in life."

"I’m not stopping your pursuits," Bentley snorted coldly, "Once you’re on your own, this thing will be handy."

Xiao Moshan shook his head, "I won’t use it; it would definitely get searched and taken away, and even if I keep it, what if I’m recognized?"

He hadn’t forgotten that this time the adversary was the Divine Text Association.

Qu Jianlei glanced at him upon hearing this, then raised his chin slightly, "Flower Scorpion, put away the Storage Talisman."

Flower Scorpion could refuse Xiao Moshan, but how could she refuse him? She sighed as she put it away.

She silently comforted herself: This guy getting the Storage Talisman was originally just taking advantage of the boss, so it’s not bullying.

However, at the next moment, Qu Jianlei pulled out a stack of Storage Talismans, which looked like there were over a dozen.

He flipped through them and picked one out, "Alright, this one has nothing to do with the Divine Text Association. Old Xiao, take it."

Xiao Moshan hesitated for a moment, but then resolutely shook his head, "No, it’ll most likely be taken."

"Taking it is their business; giving it is ours," Qu Jianlei frowned and spoke impatiently.

"Take it, comrade. Not leaving you with something isn’t acceptable... If you don’t take it, I won’t take you with us."

Xiao Moshan was still hesitating, Bentley snorted coldly, "If you don’t want to leave, then stay behind!"

Xiao Moshan finally accepted the Storage Talisman, then took a deep breath and slowly spoke.

"Everyone, I’ve visited the Garbage Star without regret; in the future, if anything happens, you can find Cheng Qingshan at the Engineering College on Star No. 4."

Cheng Qingshan? Qu Jianlei showed a hint of surprise in his gaze, "Who is this person?"

"My... teacher," Xiao Moshan replied solemnly, "His energy is immense."

Qu Jianlei nodded slightly, "Alright, clean up, we’re about to set off."

Flower Scorpion’s eyes shifted, "Boss, are those Divine Text Association guys just going to be let go?"

"Let’s settle you all first," Qu Jianlei replied casually, "Besides, the base is really tough, and attacking the gorge is pointless."

The base’s weapons were indeed formidable, with impressive defense, not to mention there are two Supreme entities inside.

He knew he was a Supreme entity now, but hadn’t inflated himself to the point of wanting to clash head-on with such force.

The main concern was that both Bentley and Claire needed treatment, so it was better to escape the Garbage Star while the opponents were in chaos.

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