Chapter 231: Interrogation

"You despicable woman," Dongfang Xi hissed, relieved to be out of bullets but still plotting Tang Beiwei's demise.

Tang Beiwei picked up another rock, smashing it against Dongfang Xi's other leg. "You monster! You think I don't know who you are? You're working with Wei Yongqian, and you broke my necklace! I'll crush you…"

Dongfang Xi tried to dodge, but his proximity to Tang Beiwei and his severe injuries made it impossible. The rock struck his leg, eliciting a pained groan.

"You filthy bitch," Dongfang Xi snarled, his face contorted by pain and a cruel laugh. "Just wait until I tell Ye Mo who you are! You'll be begging for mercy! Hahaha…" He knew escape was impossible. How dare this woman compare him to trash like Wei Yongqian?

"You wretched creature," Dongfang Xi spat, "hitting me like this? I've been a hero my whole life, and am I to die at a woman's hands? If it must be so, I'd rather die by Ye Mo's hand!"

Tang Beiwei picked up another rock, her gaze alert. She hadn't killed him yet because she needed information about Ye Mo. Witnessing his vile curses, she raised the rock. "Tell me what happened to Ye Mo?"

"Haha…" Dongfang Xi laughed hysterically. "You evil slut! You wouldn't even spare your own brother. Do you know who Ye Mo is? He's your brother! Are you happy now? You seduced your brother! Hahaha! It's worth dying for, hahaha…"

His laughter abruptly ceased. Tang Beiwei looked at him with pity, but her eyes held no despair, only irony and contempt.

She hadn't wanted to beat him so brutally, but his words revealed his true nature. She should have been far harsher. He wasn't a person; he was an animal.

"You don't believe me?" Dongfang Xi asked, noticing the lack of emotion on Tang Beiwei's face. He momentarily forgot his pain as a chilling realization washed over him.

Tang Beiwei looked at him with pity. "You think I'm happy I slept with my brother? You're wrong. My brother recognized me instantly. You're scum. I don't know what kind of parents could create such a monster."

Rage caused Dongfang Xi to spit blood. Before he could speak, Tang Beiwei smashed the rock against his head.

Before losing consciousness, he heard, "Idiot. If you hadn't helped me find my brother, I would have burned you to ashes."

With Dongfang Xi unconscious, Tang Beiwei finally felt relief. He was utterly evil. She'd initially believed her reunion with her brother was a coincidence, but it was this monster's plan. She shuddered at the thought of what could have happened if her brother hadn't recognized her.

She had never been so cruel, but felt no remorse.

…

Ye Mo incinerated Song Hai and the other bodies with a fireball. He then looked toward the end of the canyon, where, according to Song Hai, a metal chain bridge lay. Dongfang Xi's plan was to lure him into a trap, pitting him against members of a hidden sect.

"Song Qiming, Dongfang Xi…" Ye Mo muttered, his eyes blazing with killing intent. Since they'd tried to ambush him, total annihilation was warranted. At Stage 2, he might have hesitated, but now, he had no qualms.

Dongfang Xi, however, never imagined that even with a change of plan, he couldn't ambush Ye Mo. The moment Ye Mo entered the canyon, his spiritual sense scanned both sides. Dongfang Xi had grossly underestimated him.

Any sinister plan was useless against overwhelming power. Ye Mo felt the need to further increase his strength.

Increase his power? He looked toward the end of the canyon. An auction was taking place. Should he attend? Perhaps he'd find something useful.

He'd once acquired a Space Abyss Rock at a social gathering. This auction promised even greater rewards. But how to gain entry? Song Hai had mentioned two Earth Level guards. Would there be stronger individuals present? And he only had tens of thousands of currency left—insufficient for serious bidding.

Regardless, he needed to go. Since discovering the Thousand Year Snow Lotus Seed and Face Preserving Fruit, he no longer underestimated the world. There might be essential items he needed.

At worst, he could craft more artifacts and Face Preserving Pills.

Today's slaughter was satisfying, but Dongfang Xi's escape bothered Ye Mo. Dongfang Xi was a venomous snake. Knowing Tang Beiwei was his sister and still using her was truly monstrous.

He would retrieve Tang Beiwei first. Ye Mo didn't immediately enter the canyon. He'd taken a few steps when his phone vibrated. It was Tang Beiwei.

"Brother, I've captured Dongfang Xi. I'm near the exit. What should I do?" Tang Beiwei's voice was clear.

Ye Mo shouted with joy, "Don't move! Wait for me! Dongfang Xi is valuable."

Tang Beiwei felt a surge of happiness. She could finally help her brother.

…

When Ye Mo arrived, Dongfang Xi had just regained consciousness. Seeing Ye Mo, his eyes dulled. He knew he was finished.

"Brother…" Tang Beiwei watched Dongfang Xi nervously, fearing he might escape.

Ye Mo approached, retrieved another mini-pistol from Dongfang Xi's leg, and asked, "Beiwei, why are you here?"

"He still had a gun! I almost fell for his trick!" Tang Beiwei exclaimed, shocked as Ye Mo secured another weapon. She handed him her own pistol.

"This guy is cunning. You were lucky to avoid his trap," Ye Mo said, noticing the faint mark on Tang Beiwei's necklace. He frowned. "Did he attack you?"

Tang Beiwei nodded and recounted the events from the hotel to the present.

Ye Mo's gaze turned colder. Dongfang Xi was a snake. Luckily, he was in his grasp; otherwise, Ye Mo would not have slept soundly.

"Mr. Ye, if you let me go, I'll be your servant. We were merely on opposing sides. I'll obey your every command," Dongfang Xi pleaded, despair evident after Ye Mo took his weapon.

Before Ye Mo could reply, Tang Beiwei interjected, "Brother, don't trust him. He's pure evil. He shot at me on sight, and even knowing we were siblings, he used such a wicked plan."

Ye Mo's eyes hardened. His suspicions were confirmed. Dongfang Xi knew about Tang Beiwei. He was a terrifying man. Ye Mo broke Dongfang Xi's other hand. "I'll let you die slowly. I have no interest in a rabid dog like you."

Dongfang Xi's eyes hardened. "Ye Mo, if you have the guts, kill me quickly. I know many things. A swift death, and I'll tell you everything."

Ye Mo placed a hand on Dongfang Xi's head, pointing to his forehead. "No need. I have ways to make you talk."

Dongfang Xi stiffened, then went limp.

Ye Mo began his interrogation: "Tell me, why did you ambush me? How much do you know about North Sand's bases? Where are they located? What were your other objectives?"

Dongfang Xi responded numbly, "I only know about the Asian base in Vietnam, White Tail Groove. I know nothing else. This time, I was retrieving the Space Sunflower Design Map."

Space Sunflower Design Map? Ye Mo recalled the model Wen Dong had given him. He wondered if she had recovered. He needed the map, and now learned that North Sand operated far deeper than he knew. Even Dongfang Xi was only a pawn. They were using each other, but Ye Mo didn't care. He only needed Dongfang Xi's knowledge to eliminate them all.

Ye Mo continued, "How did you know Tang Beiwei was my sister?"