Chapter 20 – Bloodthirsty Leech True Form

Star Martial Police Department, high-level conference room.

Dozens of vigilant guards stood solemnly on both sides of the corridor outside, guarding this special meeting.

Tap! Tap!

Amidst steady footsteps, the Police Inspector Commander appeared at the end of the corridor and slowly approached the conference room door.

The guard stationed at the entrance immediately stepped forward and reported respectfully in a low voice:

“Commander, the Curator and the Martial Arts Academy Dean have arrived and are waiting for you inside!”

“Mm, maintain strict security outside. Don’t allow any oversights.”

The Commander nodded slightly, then pushed open the door and entered the room.

The spacious room was tidy and bright.

Soundproof glass had been specially installed on the walls, blocking all external surveillance.

At this moment, the Martial Arts Academy Dean and the Jianghai City Library Director stood before the conference table, their expressions grave as still water.

No other senior leaders were present in the room.

On the conference table before them lay a small Bloodthirsty Leech.

Its segmented body wriggled visibly, trapped under reinforced tempered glass and sealed within a container.

Dark red fluid splattered from the leech’s mouthparts, staining the glass.

Despite being completely sealed off from escape routes, the leech continuously attempted to curl and spring, frantically crashing against the container walls, presenting a terrifying sight.

It seemed as if it might break free from its confinement at any moment and escape into the outside world!

“Commander, what urgent matter required our presence?”

The Library Director stepped forward and asked as the Commander entered the room.

Just a short while ago.

Both he and the Dean had received the Commander’s invitation.

Requesting their immediate presence at the Star Martial Police Department conference room.

But the phone call hadn’t explained the reason, only mentioning it was related to the Bloodthirsty Fiend.

Recognizing the seriousness of the matter, the Dean and Curator asked no further questions and rushed directly to the Star Martial Police Department.

Thus began this special meeting.

“Something’s strange… This leech’s aura feels unusual…”

Elder Li, the eldest among them, stroked his white beard while observing the coiled leech in the container, speaking gravely: “The blood energy accumulated within this leech is exceptionally profound. This is no ordinary aberrant insect.”

“Truly worthy of Elder Li, your extensive experience allowed you to quickly detect this aberrant insect’s sinister nature.”

The Commander praised in response, approaching the conference table and placing his hand over the container as he slowly explained:

“After several days of investigation by our Star Martial Police Department, we’ve finally uncovered some clues about that Bloodthirsty Fiend.”

As his words faded, the Curator furrowed his brow slightly, appearing puzzled:

“Hmm? What do you mean, Commander?”

“Wasn’t the Bloodthirsty Fiend already beheaded by your department? Could there be remaining accomplices?”

Nearby, Elder Li showed similar confusion upon hearing this.

But he remained silent.

Patiently waiting for the Commander’s explanation.

“No need for concern, you two. To investigate the origin of these aberrant insects, our department deliberately kept the information sealed these past few days. It’s normal you weren’t aware.”

The Commander explained apologetically: “Actually, this Bloodthirsty Fiend… isn’t just one individual. These creatures operate in groups.”

“What?!”

“How can this be?”

As the Commander’s words settled, both the Curator and the Dean expressed great shock.

They found this news utterly unexpected!After all, the recent disturbances caused by the Bloodthirsty Fiend had thrown Jianghai City into a state of panic, greatly impacting both the Library and the Martial Arts Academy.

As the persons in charge of these two institutions, they felt immense pressure.

Just when things had finally calmed down, unexpectedly, the turmoil had not yet ceased!

“My sincerest apologies, both of you… The situation is urgent. To avoid causing public panic, we had no choice but to keep the information under wraps for now and secretly dispatch additional police forces for the search.

After several days of investigation, we have finally managed to capture this aberrant worm.”

As he spoke, the Commander pointed at the leech in the jar and said, “Our Police Inspector’s team has conducted extensive research, but with little progress. That is why we must seek your cooperation to help trace the origin of this aberrant worm.”

“So that’s how it is…”

Upon hearing this, Elder Li understood. “These bloodthirsty demons pose a threat to the citizens. You can rest assured, Commander, this old man will certainly assist you in the investigation.

“As a member of Jianghai City, I am also willing to contribute my humble efforts!”

The Curator nodded in agreement.

“Thank you both for your trouble.”

Relieved by their consent, the Commander turned to the Curator and asked:

“Curator, you have read countless books. Regarding the origin of this aberrant worm… do you have any relevant information?”

“Well… allow me to think carefully.”

The Curator lowered his head in deep thought.

But after a while, he shook his head helplessly. “I have no recollection of it. This is truly the first time I have seen such an aberrant worm.”

Seeing this, the Commander nodded without further comment and then turned his gaze to Elder Li.

Elder Li shook his head and sighed, “As for this aberrant worm, this old man has no recollection of it either, but I have vaguely discerned its ability… This aberrant worm is likely just a clone.”Doppelgänger?””

The Commander was taken aback upon hearing this.

“Indeed. I have encountered such aberrant worms before. These clones are elusive, but if we wish to track down the main body, this old man does have a good method.”

As he spoke, Elder Li took out a small pouch and looked at the worm in the jar. “With this Soul-Chasing Incense Powder, we can easily locate the main body of the aberrant worm.”

Hearing this, the Commander’s eyes lit up, and he immediately clapped his hands in approval.

“Excellent! Let’s proceed with your method. Once we capture the main body of the aberrant worm, the Bloodthirsty Demon Worm will have nowhere to escape!”

…………….

Meanwhile.

At Lishui Lake in Jianghai City.

Willow trees along the shore swayed in the wind, and the area was bustling with tourists, filled with continuous laughter and cheerful conversations.

Everywhere, families could be seen enjoying outings, gathering for picnics and activities around the vast lake.

This was the largest lake in Jianghai, renowned far and wide, with people playing and frolicking by its shores every day.

However, no one noticed.

Deep within the lake’s waters.

Lurked a dark, hidden cave, from which faint, eerie crimson light seeped out, appearing utterly terrifying.

If one were to venture further into the cave.

They would find, coiled upon jagged rocks, a massive leech nearly five meters long!

Swoosh!

It inhaled and exhaled the surrounding water, guiding enormous flows to form a vortex.

Any school of fish passing by, no matter how far away, would be instantly drawn into the vortex and swallowed whole the moment they entered its range.

Not a single drop of blood spilled out.

Just then.

Several dark figures swam into view.Those were several pitch-black leeches, carrying the freshly absorbed vital blood, swiftly merging into their massive main body.

The next moment.

As the vital blood merged, the vortex area controlled by the leeches expanded by several meters once again.

Stirring the waters at the Lake Bottom, they attracted more schools of fish to absorb and channel into their bodies!

“Not enough… still thirsty… need more… blood…”

Stammered words spilled from the leeches’ mouths, cold and merciless.

As if they had just awakened to sentience.

………

And just at this moment.

In the Library on the other side.

Qin Yang finally received the intelligence that Xia He had investigated.

(End of Chapter)