"That bastard Ye Shiyu ran off again!!"

At this moment, a sedan is driving towards downtown on the main streets of Linmen.

Tong Yingying, who is driving, is swearing under her breath.

Yan Huan, sitting in the passenger seat, doesn't open his mouth, just keeps his eyes fixed on the looming Ye International in the pouring rain.

The oppressive aura surrounding Ye International is becoming more pronounced, with the only possible source being the modifier... 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

Moreover, it's a fourth-stage modifier, about to cause an eldritch invasion.

An eldritch invasion requires the modifier to reach the fourth stage and the host must be present.

So, Ye Shiyu will definitely go to Ye International.

"Boom!"

As lightning flickers, Yan Huan retracts his gaze, looking at the streets becoming lively again.

It's afternoon now, almost reaching evening rush hour.

Everywhere the eye can see are passersby holding umbrellas and phones as they walk.

Their phones glow softly in their hands, standing out in the gloomy, rain-drenched environment.

"Whoosh..."

As they pass vehicles moving slowly, through the rain-splattered glass, Yan Huan can see that those in the cars are also holding their phones, uncertain of what they're watching.

Even the drivers...

"..."

Seeing this, Yan Huan can't help but frown, feeling a vague sense of foreboding.

In the back seat, An Le supports the fainted Aria, saying nothing.

She also dislikes Ye Shiyu, but now that Xiao Huan is resurrected, it's okay either way...

Her stance reflects Xiao Huan's stance.

So since Xiao Huan isn't speaking, she remains silent too.

Upon hearing this, Sakuragi Hitomi, sitting in the back seat beside the passenger side, shakes her head and counters,

"No, Ye Shiyu's not someone who likes to run away...

"Her previous state was clearly off, she looked like she'd been startled.

"But even so, knowing full well we were in the funeral home, she still dared to sneak in and steal the President's body?

"It's the same as during the high-table dinner, even though Perfect Sakuragi trapped her in a collapsing barrier, with her life constantly at risk, she still dared to stay and hypnotize my clone to save the President..."

Was it Ye Shiyu who hypnotized the Sakuragi clone, causing Perfect Sakuragi to lapse?

Yan Huan turned his head to glance at Sakuragi Hitomi.

At that time, he cut off all power using Yahashi's USB drive, but Perfect Sakuragi's physique was strong; it was actually quite difficult to kiss her lips and enter the barrier within the power outage.

Yet, he managed to do so effortlessly...

All because of Ye Shiyu.

He didn't know about this, even after all this time.

"...Are you very close with Ye Shiyu? Since Yan Huan's incident yesterday to today, how many times have you spoken for her?"

Tong Yingying, who is not good at arguments, could only glare spitefully at Sakuragi Hitomi in the rearview mirror.

"I'm just stating the facts of what I've seen, not making assumptions based on subjectivity!"

Sakuragi Hitomi frowns and then refutes,

"Just like how Nara says you're a hot-tempered, chain-smoking, boozing, sloppy old woman!

"But from actually interacting with you, I don't think that's the case...

"In fact, I find you to be kind, reliable, and very charming, just a bit straightforward in temper!

"Isn't this the same logic?"

Upon hearing this, Tong Yingying was slightly stunned, her face blushing a little.

And Yan Huan, sitting in the passenger seat, couldn't help but stifle a laugh, prompting Tong Yingying to punch him.

Yan Huan took the hit without much reaction, simply looking towards Ye International getting closer and reaching to remove the car's USB drive.

"Buzz!"

With a slight flicker in his eyes, a faint glow seems to ripple across the USB's surface.

Electronic U-shaped Virus.

Once inserted into a connected device and left for 15 minutes, it can disable the internet within the coverage area of all electronic devices.

"Regardless of Ye Shiyu's situation, she's certainly in Ye International now. It's very dangerous, just like in Tokyo..."

Upon hearing the word "Tokyo," Tong Yingying and Sakuragi Hitomi couldn't help but turn pale.

Only An Le turned her head, holding Aria tightly.

"So, I'll need your help later... Here, Hitomi, take this."

"Eh?"

Sakuragi Hitomi reached out to take the USB from Yan Huan, hearing him say,

"Hitomi, later I need you to take this USB into Ye International, insert it randomly into a computer, and time 15 minutes nearby."

"Okay..."

Saying this, Yan Huan then looked at An Le,

"An Le, just keep an eye on Aria, alright?"

"But..."

"Oh, also, I'll count 3, 2, 1, then you give me a mild pleasure manipulation!"

"Eh?"

Tong Yingying and Sakuragi Hitomi both glanced at Yan Huan, getting the feeling he was buffing up before a boss fight.

And An Le blinked, though she didn't quite understand, she still extended her fingers,

"3... 2... 1..."

"Clang!!"

In an instant, Yan Huan's face seemed to weigh a thousand times more.

It was a resonance sword!

After gaining 100% resistance, he rubbed his face, then gritted his teeth,

"An Le, Hitomi, no matter what happens later, don't use the modifier anymore. Otherwise, I really don't have another Crab Medicine."

"...Alright."

An Le was silent for a long while, knowing the importance of this matter, she could only nod in agreement.

"What about me then?"

Driving, Tong Yingying suddenly asked, and Yan Huan smiled,

"Sister Tong, I need you to go to the Ye International staff dormitory to find Aunt Ye, can you? She is very important to me, nothing must happen to her."

"...And you?"

"I'll deal with the modifier, trying my best not to let it blow up Linmen... With your help, our chances will definitely increase significantly."