C288 The Magical Equipment(2)

Reinhardt was well aware that the vast universe harbored countless beings capable of matching or even surpassing him.

He was never the type to merely gaze up at the sky from the base of a mountain.

What he aspired to be was the very sky that overshadowed all!

But...

It was incredibly challenging!

He was merely an Invincible Genius from a First Level civilization. Despite possessing astonishing trump cards, he would likely be outmatched by the prodigies of higher civilizations.

Indeed, it wouldn't even take a prodigy; any genius from the elite civilizations could probably crush him.

This was something Reinhardt understood all too well.

He had learned through experience!

Had he never glimpsed the world beyond, Reinhardt might not have given it a second thought.

But now, aware of the vastness beyond, he refused to let his life slip away in vain.

His talents and heritage might rank among the elite in the cosmos, perhaps even at the pinnacle.

Yet for Reinhardt, this was still not enough!

He was also acutely aware of his own potential and talent.

Terrifying as it was, reaching the heights he dreamed of seemed unattainable.

Then Chu Yi came into the picture.

Chu Yi's presence gave Reinhardt a glimpse of hope and a vision for the future!

Fate alone was not all-powerful, and relying solely on it didn't guarantee reaching the summit.

But...

The extent of fortune Reinhardt had encountered was beyond his wildest dreams.

With the endorsement and support of such fortune, he believed that although the unparalleled peak was still distant, he had at least begun to see some glimmers of hope.

This was the sole beacon of hope Reinhardt clung to, and he was not about to relinquish it without a fight.

"I wonder what my younger brother actually likes?"

"Should I find him a few princesses from that royal family?"

"No, that won't do. Those princesses are far too pampered, and besides, my brother already has a radiant daughter-in-law. He surely wouldn't be interested in those princesses."

"What to do, what to do..."

Muttering to himself, Reinhardt decisively turned and walked away without a backward glance.

His companion was left in disarray, at a loss for words.

Only after the two had vanished from his senses did Chu Yi finally reemerge.

Watching Reinhard's retreating back, Chu Yi's brow furrowed slightly. Reinhard was indeed somewhat odd.

"How did he know I wasn't there?"

If Chu Yi had been aware from the start that he wasn't present, there would have been no surprise. Yet, Reinhard had clearly arrived at the sanatorium, convinced that Chu Yi was there. But after Chu Yi vanished to dodge Reinhard, the latter seemed certain that Chu Yi was gone. Could there be something here monitoring him? After a moment's thought, Chu Yi dismissed the idea as improbable.

Within the context of the Terran Federation, such a possibility was virtually non-existent. Chu Yi's perception wasn't like surveillance equipment that could only 'see'. In his range of perception, any strange presence or surveillance device transmitting information would be clearly detected by him. Therefore, Chu Yi was confident it was not possible. Even as Reinhard left, he couldn't have detected Chu Yi.

"So, what kind of method is this?"

Chu Yi's curiosity about Reinhard had grown. Previously, he had sensed a terrifying force hidden within his adversary, a force that, if unleashed, would be overwhelmingly terrifying. Even Chu Yi, a being of immense power, felt a hint of dread. He hadn't figured out what that power was, but he believed it to be formidable. Otherwise, he wouldn't consider Reinhard to be the top Invincible Genius of the Terran Federation, aside from himself and Lee Zi. Now, Chu Yi's curiosity was piqued by Reinhard's enigmatic tactics.

As night fell, Chu Yi remained quietly in his room, refraining from cultivating. It wasn't due to negligence; the place was teeming with people, and cultivating could easily lead to anomalies. To avoid any such disturbances, he would have to slow down his cultivation pace. Under these conditions, Chu Yi preferred not to cultivate at all.

Moreover, there's an important point to consider. Lee Zi is still here in the sanatorium, and Chu Yi is absolutely unwilling to let his guard down when it comes to ensuring Lee Zi's safety. Chu Yi is well aware that Lee Zi is not in any danger here. In every city, sanatoriums are among the most secure facilities, rivaling even government buildings in their level of defense.

This particular sanatorium is tasked with caring for the top-tier talents of the Terran Federation, those Invincible Geniuses who were injured in previous battles. While they may not all be seeded players, they are still among the most valuable assets of the Federation. Gathering so many exceptional individuals in one place is bound to attract the attention of hostile forces.

If the Fairmoor city government couldn't even ensure their safety, it would be a laughingstock. Chu Yi's vigilance is simply a result of habit. Ever since the incident where Lee Zi nearly perished, Chu Yi has vowed not to repeat such an oversight.

"Hmm?" Chu Yi's brow furrowed slightly. At this moment, he sensed someone approaching Lee Zi's recovery room. The individual was dressed in the sanatorium's staff uniform and appeared to be one of the therapists. Normally, these therapists would make rounds at regular intervals to prevent any unforeseen issues.

However, something about this therapist seemed off to Chu Yi. Glancing at the clock, he noted it was already half-past ten in the evening. The therapists' rounds were typically spaced two hours apart. If there were any real issues, the equipment would automatically sound an alarm, so there was no cause for concern. These rounds were simply routine.

Chu Yi, having been here for just one day, had already noted that the therapists' rounds usually occurred during even-numbered hours. A therapist had already visited at ten o'clock, yet here was another one so soon after...

Of course, the mere presence of a therapist wouldn't normally be cause for alarm, but Chu Yi couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss.

The opponent's strength appeared to be merely at the Silver level.

Such a level of ability was relatively standard, and most therapists were quite weak.

But when Chu Yi confidently assessed the situation, he was surprised to discover that the therapist who had appeared out of nowhere actually possessed Gold-level strength!

Why hide one's true power?

If Chu Yi encountered someone concealing their strength on the street, he wouldn't give them a second glance.

But in this context, Chu Yi couldn't afford to ignore it...

He had already risen to his feet, his awareness honed in on the vicinity of Lee Zi's room.

Indeed, Chu Yi had spotted another anomaly.

Normally, therapists would move from room to room in sequence, but this one was different!

He was clearly making a beeline for Lee Zi's room!

At that moment, Chu Yi's expression subtly shifted.

He found it hard to believe that a problem could arise here, allowing an enemy to infiltrate.

Nonetheless, to be cautious, Chu Yi vanished from sight...

The therapist gently opened the door to Lee Zi's room.

Observing Lee Zi, who was asleep in the healing pod, a sinister smile crept across his face.

Instead of acting immediately, he stealthily approached the pod and retrieved several compact devices.

These were no ordinary gadgets; despite their diminutive size, they were brimming with advanced technology.

Indeed, these were not creations of Earth or even the Milky Way civilization!

Even the technology of the Milky Way was incapable of producing such devices!

After carefully arranging each piece of equipment, he breathed a sigh of relief, careful not to make the slightest sound.