The Most Bizarre Opponent

Chen Ge reread the message sent by Li Zheng. The tone and the use of punctuation were indeed quite different from Li Zheng's usual style.

The text claimed that the Monster fabricated by Jia Ming was adept at disguise and voice mimicry, meaning it could simulate Li Zheng's voice. However, because Chen Ge had been on the Ghost Bus and found it inconvenient to answer calls, he had insisted that Li Zheng contact him via text. This was likely something the entity had not anticipated before attempting to call.

Could it really be Jia Ming who sent me this text?

The thought spread through Chen Ge's mind like a toxic weed, leaving him in a cold sweat.

His finger hovered over the screen. After a long moment, Chen Ge replied to Li Zheng: "Don't worry, I'll stay at New Century Park tonight and won't go anywhere."

"Good. I just wanted to notify you. That guy bears a deep grudge against you, and since he is now a wanted fugitive across the entire city, he might very well come looking for you. Just stay at the park; I will arrange for people to keep watch nearby shortly."

"Thank you for your hard work."

"It was our negligence that allowed him to escape in the first place, so there is no need for thanks. Do not run around tonight. Once you leave New World Paradise, we cannot guarantee your safety."

"Understood." After Chen Ge gave his confirmation, Li Zheng sent no further messages, as if his objective had been achieved.

Something feels off. Holding his phone, Chen Ge ignored the reactions of the other passengers and dialed Captain Yan directly, wanting to verify what Li Zheng had just said.

It was nearly midnight, yet Captain Yan still answered, which showed how much