Super Gene Ⅱ: Evolution

After Lin Zongzheng left, Lin Shen, although extremely curious about what was inside the little box, managed to resist his curiosity and kept it close to him.

"So secretive, what era is it that we're still playing with secret plans and strategies? It's not like your surname is Zhuge," Lin Shen muttered to himself with disdain.

He had asked several times, but Lin Zongzheng had not told him what exactly was in the small box, only instructing him to open it when his life was in danger. .net

Alone with his thoughts, Lin Shen pondered how he would speak to Lord Tian Xun if he were told not to participate in battle.

He couldn't possibly tell Lord Tian Xun that his third brother had already planned to deal with Flarela.

That would not only expose his third brother's identity but also make it seem as though all members of the Lin Family were deceitful and cunning.

Thinking it over, he couldn't come up with any good excuses. If push came to shove, he would just have to bite the bullet and go.

Almost exactly as Lin Zongzheng had said, the very next morning, the Celestial Court's orders came down.

Flarela would continue to participate in the battle, and they also had to take part in the battle. The one vacant spot would be filled by another Ascender sent by the Celestial Court.

"Do the Deans mean to send our subordinates to die?" Tian Xun's face darkened, and he was ready to turn on a dime with Lin Shen and others to leave.

"Tian Xun, think carefully now. This is a collective decision made by the three Deans. If you disobey the orders, you may not be able to keep your seat in the Celestial Court," An 16, the Celestial who delivered the order, said indifferently.

As Tian Xun was about to retort with a stern face, Lin Shen seized the moment and hurriedly stepped forward, stopping Tian Xun and said, "I am willing to go to the Sea of Flames to fight, to kill the Crimson Flame Starburst Dragon, to seize the Life Base, and to secure the control of Firce Fire Star for our Celestial Race."

"Are you mad?" Tian Xin, who was listening, was stunned and couldn't help but blurt out.

"This battle is essential, and it's already too late to replace me. I don't want to put Lord Tian Xun and the three Deans in a difficult position," Lin Shen spoke with righteous fervor, appearing ready to sacrifice the individual for the greater good.

An 16 smiled and nodded, "Well done, thinking of the greater good. Your name is Tian, right? I'll remember you. If you return triumphantly, I guarantee no one can stop you from entering the Ascension Pool, and you'll also be granted a formal identity of the Celestial Race."

"Thank you, Lord, then it's settled," Lin Shen didn't want to let Tian Xun and Tian Xin complicate matters and decisively clinched the deal.

"Tian Xun, your own man has spoken, I'm not the one making things difficult for you. That settles it, I'll return to report now. The Di Man Tribe is pressing us, and the replacement Ascender will arrive in three days. At that time, we will officially commence this operation," An 16 said, ready to leave.

Upon hearing that it would take three days for the replacement to arrive, and knowing that wouldn't be soon enough, Lin Shen quickly spoke up, "Hold on a moment, Lord. I have a small request, and I hope you can fulfill it."

"Speak," An 16 was in a good mood and quite patient at the moment.

"Since the Di Man Tribe is pressing us, and dragging our feet for three more days would give them an excuse to be unreasonable with us even if we win, why not just skip the wait and find a replacement Ascender here so that the Di Man Tribe can't complain when they lose," Lin Shen suggested.

"Choose an Ascender from here? Who would you choose?" Not just Tian Xun and Tian Xin, even An 16 was somewhat puzzled.

"Just pick anyone; the Ascenders of the Di Man Tribe are not worth worrying about," Lin Shen said, now also forced to bite the bullet. They couldn't possibly wait three more days because by then, his third brother's plot would be in vain. Who could defeat Flarela?

Tian Xin at that moment looked at Lin Shen with eyes that seemed to gaze upon a madman.

An 16 asked with visible interest, "So who do you think should be chosen?"

Lin Shen's gaze involuntarily shifted towards Tian Xin. This guy did possess strength, and most importantly, his speed was fast enough for him to excel at escaping danger. Once inside the Sea of Flames, he could make it out on his own, and Lin Shen didn't expect him to risk his life alongside him.

Lin Shen just needed to buy enough time for his older brother's plan to take effect; he didn't need anyone else's help.

Seeing Lin Shen look his way, Tian Xin immediately began cursing inwardly. This was a thankless task – winning brought him no benefits, and losing could mean losing his life. Besides, he didn't believe Lin Shen and his group could defeat Flarela.

Tian Xin deliberately turned his head away, and just as Lin Shen was about to say something, Wei Wufu stepped forward and declared, "I am willing to join the battle."

"You…" Lin Shen hastily tried to interject. Wei Wufu had already sacrificed so much; Lin truly didn't want to drag him into yet another risky venture.

"Alright, it's settled then. The three of you humans will represent our Celestial Race in this mission. I will notify the Di Man Tribe now and proceed to the Sea of Flames as planned tomorrow," An 16 concluded with finality, interrupting Lin Shen and giving him no chance to speak further.

An 16 wouldn't possibly choose Tian Xin; behind Tian Xin was not just Lord Tian Xun but also his influential family. An 16 did not want to provoke that trouble.

Lin Shen tried to speak up but was stopped by Wei who held him back and shook his head.

Chi Shang had no objections on his part and still wanted Ouyang Yudu to join the battle. Ouyang Yudu showed no reaction; he had no intention of backing out when he had earlier urged Lin Shen and the others to leave.

"Lin Shen, have you gone mad? Was everything said before in vain? Do you truly think you can defeat Flarela?" Back at their residence, Tian Xin couldn't help but point at Lin Shen's nose and raise his voice.

"We don't necessarily have to face Flarela head-on; we don't need to kill her to win. I am confident that I can shake her off and take the Life Base from the Crimson Flame Starburst Dragon," Lin Shen explained, gritting his teeth since there was no backing out now.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

Tian Xun looked at Lin Shen with a complicated expression and said, "Lin Shen, I'm here for the other matters, you don't need to worry about so much. My seat at the Celestial Court isn't something that can just be taken away. Let's leave now; no one can stop us."

Tian Xun clearly misunderstood, thinking that Lin Shen didn't want to cause her to lose her seat at the Celestial Court, which warmed her heart a bit.

In fact, other than that, Tian Xun could not think of any other reason why Lin Shen would take the risk to join the battle.

Everyone knew how strong Flarela was, and Lin Shen wasn't a fool; he must have been aware of the extreme dangers of this mission, which could even cost him his life.

Lin Shen had previously proposed withdrawing, but today, when he heard An 16 say that Tian Xun's seat at the Celestial Court was in jeopardy, he changed his mind and insisted on going to battle. How could Tian Xun not think that way?

"I really want to go, don't worry. If it's impossible, my top priority will be to save my own life; I'm still certain of that," Lin Shen had to persist, despite the difficulty.

"Young lady, why bother with him? If he wants to die, just let him be," Tian Xin fumed inwardly, "Had I known this, I would have conspired with Chi Ba earlier and gotten rid of this infuriating man."

Seeing Lin Shen so resolute, Tian Xun sighed quietly and said, "If you insist on going, then so be it. Tian Xin, lend him your Archangel's Sword for the time being. I also have a few Spirit Bases and a Pet Capsule here that were prepared for you; take them with you as well."