Ice Age Apocalypse: I Hoard Billions of Supplies

Chapter 572: The Six Great Investigation Teams

Deng Shentong frowned, clearly displeased by Baili Changqing’s attitude.

However, now that Baili Changqing had arrived, he couldn’t press Zhang Yi any further.

Causing a scene here would only lead to trouble from those above him.

Besides, he wasn’t particularly fixated on Zhang Yi—he simply found him to be a potentially useful Superhuman with some potential.

He figured Zhang Yi could be a reserve member of his Celestial Squad, maybe even help store some things for him.

But making a big deal over it?

Deng Shentong wasn’t afraid, but he also had no interest in inviting unnecessary trouble.

So, with a dismissive wave of his hand, he said, "Forget it. You probably don’t even realize what kind of opportunity you just missed. Our Celestial Squad is the strongest in the entire Jiangnan District!"

With that, he turned lazily on his heel.

The countless figures in the air vanished in an instant—along with Deng Shentong himself.

Zhang Yi pondered over Deng Shentong’s words.

Bian Junwu had once mentioned that Blizzard City housed six investigation teams.

Clearly, Deng Shentong was the captain of one of them.

At the very least, Zhang Yi had now gotten a rough idea of his abilities.

Once Deng Shentong left, Baili Changqing finally exhaled in relief.

With a sheepish smile, he said, "Zhang Yi, sorry about that! You just got here, and you already ran into this mess."

Zhang Yi gave a faint smile and casually glanced around the room. "It’s fine, not really a big deal. At least I got to meet a captain-level figure. Let’s go."

Baili Changqing led him back to the elevator.

On the way down, he began explaining the identity of the man they had just encountered.

"That guy earlier—he’s Deng Shentong, captain of the Celestial Squad, one of the six major investigation teams. He’s incredibly strong, but his arrogance is off the charts."

"He comes from the prestigious Deng family in Jinling. With both exceptional talent and a powerful background, he’s always looked down on others."

"That said, he’s not exactly a bad person. Think of him as a privileged young master with overwhelming talent and an equally overwhelming ego."

Zhang Yi said indifferently, "Doesn’t really matter to me."

From what he could tell, Deng Shentong had no particular hostility toward him.

However, that condescending attitude was definitely annoying.

"By the way," Zhang Yi continued, "Tell me more about the six investigation teams. I’d like to be prepared in case I run into them later."

Baili Changqing didn’t hesitate. "That’s no problem. Everyone in Blizzard City knows about us, anyway."

"The Six Great Investigation Teams were personally formed by Commander Zhu Zheng. They are: Celestial, Demon, Ironblood, Black Robe, Rose, and Reincarnation."

"Each team has its own distinct style, making them easy to recognize. Our Black Robe Squad wears all-black combat uniforms. The Celestial Squad wears silver armor—it’s actually the Deng family’s highest technological creation."

"Right now, four of the six teams are out on missions and not in Blizzard City."

"The Rose Squad is the most unique—because all of its members are women."

Zhang Yi nodded, keeping the information in mind.

Clearly, the Jiangnan District had its hands full.

Otherwise, they wouldn’t have convened a regional meeting while still having four investigation teams deployed elsewhere.

In other words, they believed just two teams were enough to hold down the fort.

Deng Shentong

Zhang Yi recalled the elegant yet arrogant silver-haired man.

He muttered to himself, "How does he compare to Bian Junwu?"

Turning to Baili Changqing, he asked, "Who’s stronger?"

Baili Changqing’s expression turned serious.

"Like I said before, Deng Shentong is incredibly talented. And his power is heavily tied to the Deng Group, which is terrifyingly influential."

"The Deng Group has vast resources, spanning multiple high-tech industries—including biotechnology."

"His current level of strength is absolutely due to the full backing of his family."

"If we compare purely in terms of Superhuman abilities… Deng Shentong is actually stronger than Bian Junwu!"

"Unlike Bian, he has no severe side effects holding him back."

Zhang Yi’s eyes narrowed.

He was well aware of the devastating power of Bian Junwu’s Extinction ability.

And yet, Deng Shentong was supposedly even stronger?

That meant… this man’s power was likely on par with Zhang Yi himself.

A dangerous individual, best not to provoke.

Baili Changqing added, "Of course, power alone doesn’t determine everything. When it comes to actual combat experience, Bian Junwu could wipe the floor with him."

Zhang Yi nodded in agreement.

Having great power was one thing.

But knowing how to fully utilize it in battle was another.

It reminded him of the shuriken versus pebble theory—a skilled fighter with a pebble could be deadlier than an amateur with a shuriken.

Looking at Baili Changqing, Zhang Yi asked playfully, "So, do you know what his ability actually is?"

Baili Changqing shot him a glance. "Why do you want to know? I’m telling you now, even if you find out, you’re better off not fighting him."

Zhang Yi quickly waved his hands. "I’m just curious. He completely messed with me earlier—I’d rather not get caught off guard in the future."

Baili Changqing chuckled.

"No need to worry! As captain of the Celestial Squad, Deng Shentong may be arrogant, but as long as you don’t break the Jiangnan District’s rules, he won’t lay a hand on you."

"As for his ability… I honestly don’t know. At this point, barely anyone in the district can make him fight seriously."

Baili Changqing shook his head, a trace of bitterness flashing in his eyes.

Even though he was the captain of the Black Robe Squad, that didn’t mean he was on equal footing with the other captains.

He still had a long way to go before he could match Bian Junwu or Deng Shentong.

Zhang Yi’s lips curved slightly.

Baili Changqing didn’t know Deng Shentong’s ability, but Zhang Yi had already figured out a part of it.

That multi-image technique wasn’t cloning—it was merely illusion.

From the moment Deng Shentong first appeared seated in the chair, it had only been an illusion.

As a spatial-type Superhuman, Zhang Yi was particularly sensitive to distortions in space.

That was how he had realized it.

Deng Shentong had been hiding in the room the whole time, only revealing himself when he "teleported" behind Zhang Yi.

The whole “thousand clones” trick was just a visual deception.

Zhang Yi had let Deng Shentong touch his shoulder on purpose, just to keep his own abilities hidden.

That said, it was still an extremely powerful technique.

Used properly, it could allow silent assassinations.

However, against Zhang Yi, the stealth aspect wouldn’t work.

Of course, if Deng Shentong was truly on Bian Junwu’s level, he likely had other abilities.

If possible, Zhang Yi would rather avoid conflict with him.

Making an ally out of him would be even better.

But then he thought about Deng Shentong’s pompous attitude…

And sighed.

Forget it. No way I’m wasting my time sucking up to some arrogant rich kid.

Author's Note