Chapter 20: Breaking the Deadlock, Crisis Fully Resolved

System activated, analyzing trap composition...

Mao Yu's mind raced as various data and code flashed rapidly before his eyes.

Damn it!

This trap was multilayered and nested—no wonder it was so difficult to crack!

The surrounding dangerous light flickered faster and faster, like a death warrant.

“Brother Mao Yu, you must hold on!” Feng Yao tightly grasped Mao Yu's hand, her eyes filled with worry but also a hint of determination.

Feeling Feng Yao’s trust, a warm surge welled up in Mao Yu’s heart.

He took a deep breath, his gaze sharp as a blade, fixating on every detail of the trap.

“System, simulate the optimal escape route!”

“Route simulation in progress… simulation successful! The optimal escape route has been generated!” The system’s cold electronic voice echoed in Mao Yu’s mind.

Now was the moment!

A gleam flashed in Mao Yu’s eyes as he pulled Feng Yao up and twisted and turned through the trap, following the system’s guidance.

The deadly lights brushed past them time and again, thrilling and heart-pounding.

With a thunderous roar, Mao Yu and Feng Yao broke through the trap’s blockade and appeared before the conspirator.

“What?! This is impossible!” The conspirator’s eyes widened in disbelief—his carefully laid trap had been dismantled so easily!

“Impossible? Hah, I specialize in dealing with the impossible!” Mao Yu sneered, his supernatural powers surging like a fierce tiger descending the mountain as he lunged at the conspirator.

“Take this—Pegasus Meteor Fist!”

Boom! Boom! Boom! His punches rained down like raindrops, leaving the conspirator defenseless, stumbling back with blood trickling from the corner of his mouth.

“Who... who exactly are you?!”

Mao Yu pressed forward step by step, a cold gleam shining in his eyes.

“You don’t need to know who I am—you only need to know that today, you’re done for!”

“Stop! I’ll talk! I’ll say everything!” The conspirator finally broke down, eyes wide with terror as he stared at Mao Yu.

***

“Thinking of talking now? Too late!” Mao Yu sneered, conjuring a dazzling ball of energy in his palm…

“But before you die, I’d like to hear…” he said with a playful raise of his brow, the glow of the energy ball flickering across his half-smiling face.

“Spill it—your ugly deeds, your vile schemes. If I’m in a good mood, maybe I’ll leave you in one piece.”

Trembling, the conspirator revealed how he had sown discord between the Feng Yao family and other factions, how he had framed Mao Yu, and aimed to seize control of the Feng Yao family to grab their resources and status.

His voice cracked with regret, but his greed and cruelty were laid bare.

The Feng Yao family members around listened in stunned silence, shocked to discover that the partner they had trusted all along harbored such treachery!

Their eyes toward Mao Yu were filled with admiration—this young man was not only powerful but also astute enough to unravel such a complicated plot.

Having heard the confession, Mao Yu scoffed disdainfully.

“This? Such petty tricks, and you dare disgrace yourself like this? Ridiculous beyond words!” He dispersed the energy ball and kicked the prostrate conspirator away with a single boot.

“Take him away—give him a proper ‘welcome’!”

With the crisis of the Feng Yao family resolved, everyone rejoiced, their gazes toward Mao Yu now warm and friendly.

Steward Lin was moved to tears, gripping Mao Yu’s hand tightly.

“Young Master Mao, we owe you our deepest thanks! You are truly the Feng Yao family’s great benefactor!”

Feng Yao’s eyes shone with affection and gratitude.

Unable to contain her emotions any longer, she ran toward Mao Yu and hugged him tightly.

“Brother Mao Yu, thank you!”

Mao Yu gently patted her back, speaking softly, “You fool, there’s no need to thank me. Protecting you is what I ought to do.”

Mao Ling bounced over as well, wrapping her arms around Mao Yu’s elbow, cheerfully declaring, “Brother Mao Yu is the best!”

The three embraced tightly as others around them offered their blessings.

Steward Lin even formally acknowledged Mao Yu and Feng Yao’s relationship then and vowed to give them full support.

Just as everyone was basking in joy, a figure quietly appeared at the edge of the crowd. With deep eyes fixed on Mao Yu and a meaningful smile curling his lips, he murmured,

“Interesting, very interesting… Looks like I need to change my plan…”

Though the conspirator had been dragged away, the atmosphere did not immediately calm.

***

Some supernaturally gifted individuals who had once been swayed by the conspirator and harbored hostility toward Mao Yu and Feng Yao now wore expressions of shock and remorse.

They hadn’t expected to be used so recklessly and nearly cause a catastrophe.

A burly man covered in a thick beard stepped forward first, kneeling on one knee and clasping his fists toward Mao Yu.

“Young Master Mao, I apologize for my previous offenses and beg your forgiveness! I, Zhao Tieniu, was blinded and foolish to believe that villain’s slander. From now on, I pledge my loyalty to you, ready to give my life!”

After Zhao Tieniu’s declaration, others followed suit, kneeling in a wave and shouting in unison, “We pledge to follow Young Master Mao!”

Mao Yu looked at the sea of bowed heads before him, a faint smile tugging at his lips.

This was an unexpected windfall indeed!

He raised his hand and proclaimed loudly, “Brothers, rise! It is my honor to have your recognition. From now on, we will join hands and strive together to create brilliance!”

The scene was so electrifying that onlookers unfamiliar with the situation might have mistaken it for a large-scale gathering.

Steward Lin was overcome with emotion, tears streaming down his face as he shakily approached Mao Yu and bowed deeply.

“Young Master Mao, I regret any offense I might have caused before and beg you to forgive my faults!” He paused, then continued, “The Feng Yao family will give you our full support—personnel, resources, finances—just say the word, and we will do our utmost!”

“You’re too kind, Steward Lin,” Mao Yu smiled gently. “The Feng Yao family and I share the same goals, so naturally, we are allies.”

Feng Yao stood nearby, watching the spirited Mao Yu with eyes full of admiration.

She knew the man she had chosen was destined for greatness.

Having resolved the Feng Yao family’s crisis, Mao Yu’s fame spread quickly throughout the supernatural city.

Not only was he powerful and clever, but he was also accompanied by two beauties, Feng Yao and Mao Ling—truly a winner in life!

“Hey, Brother Mao, now that we’re a bit of a known force, what’s the plan next?” Mao Ling asked excitedly, holding Mao Yu’s arm.

Mao Yu gazed toward the brightly lit city in the distance, a sharp gleam flashing through his eyes.

“This is just the beginning! Our goal is to stand atop the pinnacle of this supernatural city!” He paused, then added, “A new journey is only just starting!”

At that moment, the system’s voice suddenly rang in Mao Yu’s mind: “Ding! New threat detected approaching…”

Mao Yu frowned slightly. It seemed the peace of the supernatural city was destined to be short-lived…