"It should be right; within the realm of Ninjutsu, Illusion Technique is the most bizarre. I was cautious about this from the start, but didn't expect..." Long Dian said dejectedly.

"If you're killed in the Illusion Realm, what happens then?" Luo Chao asked.

"Then it's really not much different from actual death. Because your subconscious believes you are dead, unable to move or speak. On the surface, it looks no different from sleep, but if no one wakes you, your body functions slowly shut down until death." Long Dian explained.

Luo Chao broke out in a cold sweat after hearing this; it's too terrifying. If someone with weak willpower is subjected to this move, wouldn't they surely die?

Since the Ninja used this move, the foes created in the Illusion Realm would certainly be far stronger than the person subjected to it. Without strong willpower and the ability to see through it, being killed in the Illusion Realm is inevitably certain.

"However, this Upper Ninja's Moon Reading Technique seems incomplete; careful observation reveals many flaws." Long Dian comforted him. "Truly strong individuals won't be bewildered by this; they hold firm to their hearts. A strong will renders everything just an illusion."

Luo Chao agreed, nodding his head. He had discovered Little Snake's absence, which helped him break the illusion. Touching Little Snake's small head nestled in his clothes, he thought: Luckily, Little Snake stayed hidden in his clothing, unnoticed by the Ninja, or else Luo Chao wouldn't have had much confidence in safely getting away.

"Let's return to the Dragon Team; the alliance of two major forces against us could hold sinister plans. Need to report back to the team leaders." Long Dian said, his expression grave.

"And how should we handle what's happened here?" Luo Chao asked.

The night's commotion must have alarmed many; Charlemagne's corpse remains in the alley behind Night Owl Pub. Without a clear explanation, it would surely cause public fear.

Li Er smiled and said, "Don't worry, this isn't the first time such a thing has happened. We've always entrusted these matters to the Ministry of State Security to handle. I'm confident they'll explain everything perfectly this time as well."

Luo Chao felt relieved hearing this. The three contacted personnel responsible at the East City's Ministry of State Security, presented their credentials, and explained the situation there. They boarded a plane and rushed back overnight to the Dragon Team base in Yanjing.

They returned to the Dragon Team the next morning; while traveling, Luo Chao checked the East City news on his phone, which reported: "Last night, a youth setting off fireworks in West City Suburbs caused panic and has now been detained by the police."

Luo Chao couldn't help but laugh. The Ministry of State Security really handled it well, reporting to the media this way prevents public interest in the matter—truly experienced.

Returning to the Dragon Team, after inquiring with a Dragon Soul Team researcher, they learned the team leaders were in a meeting, and the three headed straight for the conference room.

Pushing open the conference room door, they found not only Tie Xiong present, but also two vice team leaders of the Dragon Soul Team and the captains of various squads. Each person's face bore intense anger, as if the room was a powder keg on the brink of igniting.

"You've returned, and were attacked too, right?" Tie Xiong said as he saw them enter.

Luo Chao and the others were taken aback, realizing Tie Xiong already knew about the incident but puzzled why he'd use the word "also?"

"Sit down. Li Er, you head out first; Luo Chao and Long Dian, stay." Tie Xiong indicated a few empty seats by the conference table, speaking lightly, his face showing no emotion, betraying neither joy nor anger.

Li Er obediently withdrew, closing the door behind him.

Feeling a little confused, Luo Chao sat closely next to Long Dian. It was clear from this situation that only those of rank Captain and above participated in this meeting; even Li Er was sent away, leaving Luo Chao wondering why he was asked to stay.

Several captains observed this scene, their lips twitching slightly, but remained silent.

At this moment, Luo Chao noticed something: There were eight combat squads in the Dragon Team, but only six were present this time including Long Dian, leaving two captains absent from this crucial meeting for unknown reasons.

"Everyone is here, let's begin the meeting." Tie Xiong said after adjusting his tone. Everyone sat up straight, listening carefully.

"Our Dragon Team has suffered an unprecedented blow since World War II; each squad has been subjected to attacks by foreign Superpower Influences, resulting in heavy casualties. Even the captains of the Dragon God Team's fifth and eighth squads have sacrificed their lives. Director Zhao of the Dragon Soul Team is seriously injured and remains unconscious."

Luo Chao was deeply shocked; to be a Captain one must have immense strength, as evidenced by Long Dian's prowess, certainly ranking within the top thirty in the Dragon Team. The loss of two at once is sure to shake all of Huaxia. Director Zhao being equated with these captains surely means he's a vital figure in the Dragon Soul Team.

"You must know some details about the Superpower Influences attacking our Dragon Team. Among them are East Japan's 'National Soul,' the European Union's 'Dark Alliance,' 'Holy Light,' and India's 'Shivaism.' Four major forces." Tie Xiong grimly introduced the current situation piece by piece.

"Each of them nearly matches us, the Dragon Team in strength, yet for some reason they've united this time, undoubtedly with a huge agenda, presenting Huaxia with an unprecedented crisis."

Every captain's face tightened; they initially thought only one or two forces attacked them, never realizing four Superpower Influences joined forces. A captain immediately asked, "Deputy Leader, do you know why they did this?"

Tie Xiong shook his head: "I'm currently having people investigate this matter, but no results yet. The only certainty is..." he looked at everyone, speaking with intensified tone, "They won't let it rest easily."

The room's atmosphere solidified; no one spoke, instead staring intently at the small space before them, as though it held something they needed to research.

Tie Xiong spoke again, seeing the situation: "For now, the sole good news is, they don't plan a large-scale assault yet, only sending a few infiltrators to Huaxia to both assassinate our members, weakening us, and covertly searching for something, likely their true goal."

Long Dian spoke: "Then we have time to prepare."

Tie Xiong nodded, "Yes, we have time. Unless there's an irresistible temptation, they wouldn't dare initiate battle recklessly with us. Currently, our urgent duty is to supplement personnel across all divisions. To this end, I've made a decision: I propose appointing Comrade Luo Chao as eighth squad's captain. Everyone, please share your views."

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