Who wants to become a god? Aren't you all forcing me?

#344 - Chapter 343 A great achievement!

After arriving at the ruins, everyone stopped and turned their attention to Sonoki Akihito, who was standing at the forefront.

Sonoki Akihito stood there with a grim expression, his sharp gaze sweeping across the ruins, the coldness in his eyes growing stronger: "To not leave a single survivor, such ruthless methods."

Takahashi Haruyama added, "To arrive here silently, break through the energy shield, and kill everyone in under three minutes, the opponent's strength must be at least Ninth Level. Could it be Wenren..."

"No," Sonoki Akihito shook his head. "If it were Wenren Qing, it would only take a few seconds."

"That's true." Takahashi Haruyama nodded, turning to look behind him. "Teams of three, conduct a comprehensive search. Report any anomalies immediately."

"Understood!"

The soldiers formed teams of three and dispersed, searching carefully.

The camp wasn't large, and in less than half an hour, the soldiers began to delve into the inner perimeter.

Before long, a small team discovered a key floating in the air and hurriedly reported the situation to Takahashi Haruyama.

Soon, Takahashi Haruyama and Sonoki Akihito arrived at the scene. When they saw the bronze-colored key hovering in the air, identical expressions appeared on their faces:

(＃°Д°)?

Takahashi Haruyama rubbed his eyes and walked forward to examine the key closely, asking in a somewhat bewildered tone, "How is this key exactly the same as the one we found?"

Sonoki Akihito looked puzzled. "Is it the same model?"

Although the two had participated in the operation to seize the key, they knew almost nothing about its purpose.

Within the Takahashi Conglomerate, only family council members knew the key's specific use. Even the direct descendants of the second generation didn't have the right to know.

"What's with this ripple?" Takahashi Haruyama looked at the circular ripple and subconsciously reached out to touch it.

"Don't move!" Sonoki Akihito quickly grabbed Takahashi Haruyama's arm, warning vigilantly, "It's best not to touch anything this strange easily."

"Thanks." Takahashi Haruyama hurriedly retracted his hand, touching his forehead with some lingering fear.

"Let's tell Ranmu-sensei first and see what he says."

With that, Sonoki Akihito took out his phone and dialed Takahashi Ranmu's number.

...

At the dining table, Takahashi Ranmu and his wife, Takahashi Ningzi, sat opposite each other.

"How is Yun Cang doing?" Takahashi Ningzi's eyebrows were filled with undisguised worry.

Takahashi Ranmu paused with his chopsticks in hand and shook his head slightly. "It's still the same. His vital signs are normal, but he just won't talk or recognize anyone."

Takahashi Ningzi put down her chopsticks. "I heard the servants say that Yun Cang can talk, can't he?"

Takahashi Ranmu rubbed his brow worriedly. "He can only say 'Yamete', which is no different from not being able to talk at all."

Clatter!

Takahashi Ningzi threw down her chopsticks and was about to get up and leave.

"What are you doing!"

Takahashi Ranmu quickly grabbed Takahashi Ningzi's arm.

Takahashi Ningzi turned her head. "I'm going to find Father. Didn't he say Yun Cang was fine? Now that Yun Cang is like this, the old man..."

Takahashi Ranmu shouted sternly, "Enough! Father hasn't slept a wink for the sake of the family, so don't go and bother him!"

"Takahashi Ranmu, what do you mean..."

Ding-a-ling—

The phone rang.

Takahashi Ranmu shook off Takahashi Ningzi's arm. "I said don't go, so don't go!"

With that, Takahashi Ranmu took his phone and walked out of the dining room.

Beep!

The call connected.

Takahashi Ranmu tried to ask calmly, "Hello, what is it?"

"Ranmu-sensei, we found a key floating in the air in the deepest part of Snow Dusk Valley. It looks the same as the key from yesterday."

Takahashi Ranmu raised an eyebrow. "A key with the same appearance? Describe its appearance carefully, and I'll compare it to the photos."

A few minutes later.

A smile bloomed on Takahashi Ranmu's face. "It's a key with the same appearance. You've done a great job!"

"Done a great job?"

Takahashi Ranmu explained, "I heard Father mention that there are three such keys in total. Adding the one we found yesterday, there's still one missing. The three major conglomerates are all looking for it!

I didn't expect it, I didn't expect it. The third key was right under our noses. That's great. Akihito, protect that key and don't let anyone get close. I'm going to report this news to Father now!"

"Okay!"

Beep beep beep—

The call ended.

Sonoki Akihito put down his phone, his joy overflowing.

Takahashi Haruyama asked curiously, "Akihito-senpai, what did Ranmu-sensei say that made you so happy?"

"Hahaha!" Sonoki Akihito reached out and put his arm on Takahashi Haruyama's shoulder. "We found the third key that the three major conglomerates couldn't find. We've done a great job!"

"Really!"

Takahashi Haruyama's eyes suddenly lit up, and he turned his head to look at the key excitedly.

...

After ending the call, Takahashi Ranmu didn't even have time to change his shoes before rushing to Takahashi Gasei's residence.

Inside the quaint bamboo house, Takahashi Gasei and several elders were sitting around a sandalwood table, discussing matters related to Snow Dusk Valley.

Takahashi Gasei said solemnly, "The situation is very bad. The person who acted is very likely from the Northern Federation. We can't delay any longer. Let's set off today. What do you think?"

Takahashi Yusei, the head of the Seventh House, crossed his hands. "What about the Ito Conglomerate? They've already agreed to help us explore that other dimension. If we break our promise now, wouldn't that be bad?"

Takahashi Kido, the head of the Fifth House, added, "Why don't we wait a few more days? The Ito Conglomerate has experience in conquering the Finishing Touch other dimension. With their help, we can reduce our losses."

"Now is not the time to talk about losses. Every second we delay, this Finishing Touch becomes more uncertain. Besides, other dimensions are not connected to each other, so I don't think their experience is worth much..."

Whoosh—Bang!

The door was suddenly pulled open, and Takahashi Ranmu rushed into the room like a baboon, shouting excitedly, "Father, I found... uh..."

Looking at the several elders sitting in the room, Takahashi Ranmu's voice came to an abrupt halt, and he pursed his lips somewhat awkwardly.

Takahashi Gasei scolded with a stern face, "What did you find? Did you find stimulants and eat them with rice, and then run over here to show off to me, hmm?"

"I..." Takahashi Ranmu lowered his head. "I got some good news and was a little excited..."

"So excited that you don't even know how to knock on the door anymore? Get out and knock on the door!" Takahashi Gasei pointed to the door.

Takahashi Ranmu nodded and obediently walked out of the room to knock on the door.

Takahashi Gasei turned his head back. "No manners at all!"

"Alright, alright, Ranmu didn't do it on purpose. Let him in quickly!"

"Let the child in and hear what the good news is."

Takahashi Gasei nodded and said coldly, "Come in."

Takahashi Ranmu re-entered the bamboo house and respectfully greeted each of the elders.

Seeing this, the anger in Takahashi Gasei's heart gradually dissipated. "A person who can't even control their emotions can't achieve anything, understand?"

Takahashi Ranmu nodded obediently. "I will remember Father's teachings."

Takahashi Gasei picked up his teacup and took a sip, saying calmly, "Tell me, what good news made you so excited?"

Takahashi Ranmu honestly replied, "Our people found a key that looks the same as the key from yesterday."

"What!!!"