Chapter 1868 - 2060: Zhu Hong’s Transformation (1)

"Brother, you mentioned on the phone that Zhu Hong has already completed the Soul Stone integration. What’s going on here?"

Ling Gengqiu said in a deep voice, "You should know that to complete the first stage of evolution, one must go through three stages, one of which is the loss of reason, where a person is filled with a bloodthirsty desire, wanting to kill continuously. Moreover, they all have one commonality when killing, which is extracting the opponent’s heart alive. Although I don’t know how Zhu Hong integrated those Soul Stones, from the current situation, he is completing the first stage of evolution. With the power of the Soul Stones within him, once the first stage of evolution is successful, he will immediately enter the next stage. Simply put, it won’t be long before he completes all stages of evolution."

Upon hearing this, Ling Chen’s expression inevitably turned grave. He hadn’t been too concerned about Zhu Hong because he thought it impossible for the latter to integrate the Soul Stones. If Zhu Hong forcefully integrated them, it would only lead to his death. But now, it seems he underestimated Zhu Hong.

"Brother, what should we do now?"

"Find him as soon as possible," Ling Gengqiu said. "Deal with him before he completes all stages of evolution. Otherwise, once he successfully completes the third stage, no one here will be his match."

Ling Chen nodded and then directed his gaze toward Hu Fei at his side. The latter immediately understood and replied, "Don’t worry, I’ll mobilize everyone to locate Zhu Hong in the shortest possible time."

At this moment, outside the Wealthy Manor, a BMW slowly drove in and stopped at the entrance of the Nanrong family. As the car door opened, a young man in a suit stepped out, accompanied by an elderly man.

Upon reaching the gate of the Nanrong family, the young man knocked on the door. Soon, the door opened, and Liu Kun appeared before him. Seeing the visitor at the door, Liu Kun’s expression changed slightly, and he said in a deep voice, "What are you doing here?"

The young man smiled faintly and said, "I’m here to see Wanqing."

"The young lady is not at home," Liu Kun replied coldly. "Also, don’t come back because she won’t see you." After speaking, he prepared to close the door. The young man calmly placed his hand against the door, saying, "I am asking you to take me to see Wanqing, not seeking your consent."

Liu Kun furrowed his brows, exerting force to close the door, but quickly realized that no matter how much effort he exerted, the door wouldn’t budge. Seeing this, he couldn’t help but shout lightly, "Zhu Hong! This is the Nanrong family, don’t act recklessly, or else don’t blame me for being impolite."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Hong let out a cold laugh, "Use any means you have, if I’m scared, then I’m not Zhu Hong." As he spoke, a strange red glow flashed in his eyes.

Noticing that eerie red glow, Liu Kun was momentarily stunned, thinking he was seeing things. After a brief pause, he raised his brows and kicked fiercely, intending to drive Zhu Hong back. However, before he could extend his leg, a powerful force suddenly struck, slamming into him harshly.

Bang!

Blood spurted out as Liu Kun’s body flew backward, landing on the living room floor.

After entering the house, Zhu Hong, with hands clasped behind his back, glanced around and asked, "Where is Wanqing? Where is she?"

Before Liu Kun could respond, footsteps suddenly approached from behind. Then, Zhong Wei and Liang Zhao Hui, accompanied by several men in suits, appeared in the living room. Seeing Liu Kun lying on the ground, mouth full of blood, their expressions changed and they quickly approached to help him up.

"What’s going on?"

Liu Kun looked at Zhu Hong and said solemnly, "He wanted to see the young lady, and I stopped him, yet he resorted to violence."

"Let us handle it." As Zhong Wei prepared to step forward, Liu Kun held him back. The latter shook his head and said, "His skills are exceptional; you guys might not be a match for him." He was trained in martial arts himself, though not reaching the level of a Tiger List expert, he was still considered adept among ordinary individuals. But in his brief confrontation with Zhu Hong, he couldn’t even see the opponent’s move before being knocked down. This shows that Zhu Hong’s strength was far superior to his. If even he wasn’t an opponent, Zhong Wei and his group had little chance. Though Zhong Wei was a retired soldier, neither he nor his men matched up in personal prowess.

"I’ll think of a way to hold him off, you immediately take the young lady and leave through the back door." After whispering his instructions, Zhong Wei nodded, gestured to Liang Zhao Hui, and quickly headed towards Nanrong Wanqing’s villa, while the others stayed behind to assist Liu Kun in stopping Zhu Hong.

Watching Zhong Wei and Liang Zhao Hui’s retreating figures, Zhu Hong said impatiently, "I just want to see Wanqing. If anyone dares stop me, don’t blame me for being ruthless."

"Kill me if you can." Liu Kun straightened his back, staring directly into Zhu Hong’s eyes, and said, "As long as I’m here, don’t think of seeing the young lady."

"Fine, I intended to spare you, but since you’re seeking death, I’ll grant you your wish." As Zhu Hong uttered these words, Chen Quan, who had been silently standing by, suddenly attacked, rushing into the crowd in an instant. In the blink of an eye, Liu Kun and several security personnel lay in a pool of blood, without even a chance to retaliate.

Watching the lifeless Liu Kun, eyes wide open, Zhu Hong sneered disdainfully and stepped over the bodies, heading towards Nanrong Wanqing’s villa.

At this moment, Zhong Wei, having completed his call to Ling Chen, swiftly led Nanrong Wanqing out of the villa, intending to exit the Nanrong family through the back door. However, as the three stepped out, they saw Zhu Hong and Chen Quan approaching them, blocking their path.

"Wanqing." Seeing Nanrong Wanqing’s delicate face and the disgust in her eyes, Zhu Hong’s lips curled into a slight smile as he remarked, "I’ve finally seen you again. Do you know how much I’ve missed you these days?"

Nanrong Wanqing furrowed her brows slightly and replied, "Zhu Hong, you’re not welcome here. Please leave immediately."

"Wanqing, I know we’ve had many misunderstandings in the past, but please believe me, I’ll definitely change to meet your satisfaction. Can you give me another chance?" As he spoke, Zhu Hong stepped forward, attempting to grasp Nanrong Wanqing’s wrist. However, Zhong Wei and Liang Zhao Hui blocked his advance with their bodies.

"You... move aside!" Zhu Hong squinted, his voice carrying a chilling hint of murder.

"You’re the one who should move aside. The young lady doesn’t want to see you and you’d better disappear immediately."

"Courting death!" Zhu Hong snapped coldly, swinging his arm violently. In an instant, Zhong Wei and Liang Zhao Hui were sent flying.