Upon arriving at the Peaceful God Palace, Van continued to drive towards the foot of Mount Daimonji, searching for the location of the warehouse mentioned by Mr. Kotoda.
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As the city gradually receded in the distance, the view ahead became covered with a vast expanse of green.
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The blue sky and green scenery somewhat alleviated Chongzong's tension.
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"…Should we drive straight to it, or will it be too conspicuous and get noticed?" (Chongzong)
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As the surrounding traffic became sparser, Chongzong suddenly became worried.
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"No, my idea is to first drive to the location, then find a spot a little farther away to park the car, and then we can sneak in on foot." (Van)
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"This way, it will be quicker and safer than searching on foot directly." (Van)
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Unexpectedly, Van had already thought ahead of Chongzong.
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"Indeed, what you said makes sense, worthy of Van." (Chongzong)
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Associating with different individuals can influence one's perspective.
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Following Manranyama Souren, Van already possessed foresight and insight beyond his peers.
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Just as Van said, the efficiency of driving to search was indeed high. In no time, Van and Chongzong found the warehouse mentioned by Mr. Kotoda.
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Looking from a distance, the warehouse appeared quite rundown, to the extent that one couldn't immediately discern if it was currently in use.
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Near the warehouse's entrance, there were many weeds, with only the area near the gate relatively clean for vehicles to come and go.
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The weathered walls were almost devoid of cement paint, with a pockmarked surface on the brink of collapse, as if a mere push would bring it down.
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If not for the faint light and murmurs of voices coming from inside the warehouse, it would appear completely abandoned.
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"I have a feeling…that there might be a trap." (Chongzong)
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Despite eliminating all other possibilities, this seemed to be the only answer.
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Yet, the desolate scene fueled Chongzong's deep concerns.
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"I feel the same way, but there are no other suitable locations." (Van)
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Van's expression turned serious due to the inexplicable condition of the warehouse.
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"So, how likely is it that Kotoda has set us up?" (Chongzong)
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"Set us up in what way...?" (Van)
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As Van spoke, he slowed the car appropriately and passed by the front of the warehouse.
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Looking inside through the gates, only the tightly shut warehouse doors were visible, without a trace of any human presence.
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"For example, Bai Yaxin has already deduced that we would find Kotoda, so he pre-emptively bought off Kotoda and had him lure us here." (Chongzong)
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"Then deliberately luring us to such a remote place…?" (Van)
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"Yes." (Chongzong)
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"What does Bai Yaxin intend to do by plotting like this?" (Van)
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Van pressed Chongzong for answers.
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"Yeah, what does he intend to do…?" (Chongzong)
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Chongzong was also puzzled by this question.
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His speculations could not withstand further questioning.
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With Bai Yaxin's abilities, there was no need for such a roundabout method.
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Especially not against an ordinary civilian like Chongzong.
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But after numerous encounters, Chongzong had some insight into Bai Yaxin - he loved to play, especially the kind of oppressive teasing akin to a cat toying with a mouse.
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"Be careful, sneak in and take a look." (Chongzong)
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"This time, let me go in. Van, you stay outside and cover me." (Chongzong)
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"Just like last time, if I call you and it only rings once, immediately run away, don't worry about me." (Chongzong)
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Chongzong improvised and explained his plan to Van.
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"Alright, I understand." (Van)
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And Van promptly agreed.
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Without stubbornly insisting, "No, I must go in and save you."
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Instead, within a reasonable range, they acted with the most practical methods.
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Perhaps, this is the difference between adults and children.
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And it is also the knowledge Chongzong learned from Van.
