Rebirth of Bloody Romance

The night was as dark as ink, and a courtyard in Beihai was shrouded in silence.

Zhong Yuemin sat at the stone table in the courtyard, playing with an old jade pendant in his hand, his eyes deep. He looked up at the night sky, the stars twinkling, as if they were also quietly listening to his decision.

Ning Wei's footsteps echoed on the stone road. He walked up to Zhong Yuemin with a hint of doubt on his face. "Captain, what do you want to talk to me about?"

Zhong Yuemin nodded, gently put down the jade pendant in his hand, and looked directly into Ning Wei's eyes. "Ning Wei, what stage have you reached in your training now?"

"We're basically at the final step, Captain," Ning Wei replied, with a hint of pride in his voice.

Zhong Yuemin pondered for a moment, then slowly spoke. "Let's change the last subject this time. Now there is a mission that requires me to protect an archaeological team to go abroad for archaeological excavations. I want to take them with me. See if they have the courage to go. If they can't, just eliminate them directly."

Ning Wei's face flashed with surprise, and he asked curiously, "Captain, is this mission very dangerous? Do we need to find a few former team members? These guys are all rookies, and I'm afraid they can't handle it."

Zhong Yuemin smiled and shook his head. "There must be some danger, otherwise I wouldn't have to do it myself. But this is also an opportunity for them to train in actual combat so that they can grow faster. As for finding former team members, you can do it, but don't find too many, otherwise the meaning of the training will be lost."

Ning Wei nodded to show that he understood. He turned and left, ready to arrange the next things.

The next day, the sunlight filtered through the treetops in the courtyard, casting patches of light on the stone table in the yard.

Zhong Yuemin sat at the table, stroking an old tactical map with a frown on his face. At this moment, Li Ting walked into the yard quickly, with a hint of mystery and excitement on her face.

"Captain Zhong, the destination this time has been determined." Li Ting's voice broke the silence in the courtyard.

Zhong Yuemin raised his head and looked at Li Ting sharply. "Oh? Where is it?"

"The Gobi Desert," Li Ting replied, with a hint of seriousness in her voice.

Zhong Yuemin was slightly startled, then frowned. "Gobi Desert? The terrain there is complex and the climate is harsh. What kind of archaeological excavation is going on? The higher-ups are paying so much attention to it."

Li Ting shook her head, looking somewhat helpless. "To be honest, I don't know either. They said there are important archaeological discoveries that may be hidden somewhere in the Gobi Desert. They don't know what they are either, but they know that this operation involves many forces, so we naturally can't fall behind."

Zhong Yuemin was silent for a moment, with a hint of determination in his eyes. "I understand. Now that we have made the decision, let's get ready to meet this challenge."

Li Ting nodded and added, "This mission is not only a test for the archaeological team, but also a training for your entire team. You need to ensure the safety of the archaeological team, and at the same time prevent interference from other forces."

Zhong Yuemin took a deep breath, his eyes flickering with determination. "Don't worry, I will make arrangements."

Li Ting handed the document in her hand to Zhong Yuemin and said solemnly, "Captain Zhong, the archaeological team has not yet gathered all the personnel. It is specifically mentioned that a special talent is needed. Once we find one, you should set off immediately."

Zhong Yuemin took the document, glanced through it quickly, then raised his head and said with a firm look, "I understand. We can't let the archaeological team enter the Gobi Desert without preparation. I will let Ning Wei and his team go first to lay the foundation and prepare for the archaeological team behind us."

Li Ting nodded and agreed. "This is a good idea. Ning Wei and his team are experienced and can quickly adapt to the environment of the Gobi Desert and provide the necessary support for the archaeological team."

Zhong Yuemin stood up and patted Li Ting on the shoulder. "Go contact the archaeological team and confirm the candidate for that special talent as soon as possible. I will arrange for Ning Wei and the others to set off first."

Zhong Yuemin and Li Ting walked side by side in the deep courtyard, the stone pavement under their feet echoing crisply. Their steps were firm and powerful, as if every step was in the rhythm of fate.

In the distance, an old house came into view. That was the destination of their trip - where Ning Wei and his friends lived.

Zhong Yuemin and Li Ting found Ning Wei who was waiting. Although Ning Wei was usually taciturn, he acted decisively, and at this moment, there was a firm light in his eyes. When he saw Zhong Yuemin and Li Ting, he immediately stood up.

"Captain, we are ready and can set off at any time." Ning Wei's voice was low and powerful, as if a force that could not be ignored was surging.

Zhong Yuemin nodded with satisfaction and patted Ning Wei on the shoulder, as if encouraging old friends. "Very good, you go first. When you get there, prepare yourself and familiarize yourself with the weapons and so on. Remember, safety first." His voice was full of trust and expectation.

Li Ting also added, "Ning Wei, you know the person who will pick you up at the place. It's Jiang Aiguo, who trained you before. If you need anything, just let me know. I will greet him."

As Li Ting finished speaking, Ning Wei's eyes flashed with excitement. He knew that this mission was unusual, and he, as a pioneer, would be the first to step into the unknown territory. His heart was full of anticipation, and he felt the blood in his body boiling.

In this way, Ning Wei led a team of female members, quietly left the courtyard, and embarked on an archaeological journey full of unknowns and challenges.

Zhong Yuemin also met the members of the archaeological team. Four of them were teachers or professors, three men and one woman. There were also six who should be students of Yanda University, four men and two women. Zhong Yuemin also saw an acquaintance, Zheng Tong.

"Yuemin, you're finally here!" Zheng Tong's voice sounded in his ears, with a bit of surprise and kindness. He walked up quickly and patted Zhong Yuemin on the shoulder. The two smiled at each other, as if they had returned to the carefree days of the past.

"Why did you want to come here? Do you want to study archaeology too?" Zheng Tong joked.

"Tsk, don't come here. I'm not here to study archaeology, I'm here to do security." Zhong Yuemin responded with a smile, but his eyes revealed some seriousness.

"Security? Ha... ha... you are the security guard we are waiting for. Then you have come to the right place. This archaeological excavation is a little unusual." Zheng Tong approached Zhong Yuemin mysteriously and whispered.

Zhong Yuemin's heart moved. He knew that Zheng Tong would never do anything without a purpose. The mission of the archaeological team must be extraordinary. He asked curiously, "Oh? What's special? Do you know anything?"

Zheng Tong looked around cautiously. The mountain breeze in the distance blew gently, bringing gusts of coolness and a sense of uneasiness.

Zheng Tong took a deep breath and made sure there was no one else around before speaking in a low voice.

"I just heard about it too. It seems like the news just came in. It says that this expedition is different from the previous ones." Zheng Tong's voice was low and mysterious, as if every word carried a thousand-year-old secret.

This piqued Zhong Yuemin's curiosity. "Hurry up and tell me."

"The place we are about to enter is said to be the site of a mysterious prehistoric tribe. There may be a power hidden there that is powerful enough to change the world."

The sunlight shines on Zheng Tong's resolute face, and his eyes sparkle with excitement, which is the desire for the unknown and the courage to challenge.

Zheng Qian paused and continued, "This tribe has never been recorded in history books. There are only some ancient legends and fragmentary descriptions. But every time it is mentioned, it makes people fascinated."

Zheng Tong's voice echoed in Zhong Yuemin's ears, as if it had a magical power that attracted the surrounding air to freeze. Zheng Tong continued, "It is said that this tribe once possessed a mysterious power that could control nature and even change the flow of time. However, with the disappearance of the tribe, this power was also buried in the dust of history."

Zhong Yuemin's eyes widened. This news was undoubtedly a huge surprise to him. He has always been curious about mysterious things. This time, being able to personally participate in such an archaeological mission was undoubtedly a rare opportunity for him.

"Then you have to introduce the members of this group to me." Zhong Yuemin smiled and patted Zheng Tong's shoulder.

Zheng Tong lowered his voice and said to Zhong Yuemin mysteriously, "Don't worry about this. Don't tell anyone else what I just said. Otherwise, we will be in trouble. Also, do you know why I asked you to be the security guard?"

Zhong Yuemin frowned, a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes, and he shook his head. "I don't know. To be honest, I'm quite puzzled."

Zheng Tong smiled lightly, with a sly look in his eyes. "That's because we need a special talent. This mission is not easy. We are facing desperate criminals. If we don't find a strong person, it will be troublesome if we can't suppress them. In addition, there are forces from other countries."

Zhong Yuemin took a deep breath, and a hint of determination flashed in his eyes. "I understand what you mean, Zheng Tong. I will do my best to ensure the successful completion of this mission."

Zheng Tong patted Zhong Yuemin on the shoulder and nodded with satisfaction. "Yuemin, everything will be fine with you here. Come, let me introduce you to the others."

As he spoke, Zheng Tong took Zhong Yuemin to the side and pointed to a tall old man and introduced him. "This is Professor Zhang Hongyi, our commander-in-chief. He has rich experience in archaeology and knows all kinds of civilizations well."

"Hello, Professor Zhang. I'm Zhong Yuemin."

"I heard that you will be a teacher in our school in the future, so we will be colleagues in the future. I'll leave my safety to you this time."

"Professor Zhang, I will definitely try my best."

Then, Zheng Tong pointed to a man wearing glasses who looked gentle and refined. "This is Professor Li, who is proficient in various ancient characters."

"Hello, Professor Li."

"Hello, welcome to join us."

Finally, Zheng Tong introduced a young woman who looked a little mysterious. "This is Professor Tang Wan'er, who is proficient in various mechanisms."

Zhong Yuemin deliberately glanced at Tang Wan'er. "Hello, Professor Tang."

Tang Wan'er smiled at Zhong Yuemin and said, "Zhong Yuemin, I have heard of your great name!"

"Really? Tang..."

Before Zhong Yuemin could finish his words, he was pulled away by Zheng Tong. Zhong Yuemin asked unhappily, "Zheng Tong, what are you doing? I'm talking to Professor Tang."

"Dude, this is saving you, you know that?"

"What do you mean?" Zhong Yuemin looked confused.

"Professor Tang is proficient in all kinds of mechanisms, and all kinds of poisons are no problem for her. If she does something to you, it will be fun."

"Fuck, that's not the case, is it? She seems to be a nice person to me."

"You just can't stand beautiful women. When you see a beautiful woman, you're like a hungry wolf. Professor Tang is very clever. Who knows if she will do something?"

"Fuck you, buddy, that's called appreciation, okay?"

In a relaxed and happy atmosphere, Zhong Yuemin and Zheng Tong came to several students while joking around. The originally serious atmosphere was instantly broken, and everyone showed a relaxed smile on their faces.

A girl with a ponytail, her eyes sparkling, as if hiding stars. She looked at Zhong Yuemin in front of her, her mouth corners slightly raised, and teased, "Zhong Yuemin, we have heard of your name, you are a big shot on campus."

When Zhong Yuemin heard this, a cynical smirk appeared on his lips. He waved his hand and looked indifferent. "Don't be obsessed with me. I have someone."

As soon as Zhong Yuemin finished speaking, several boys couldn't help but burst into laughter, and their laughter echoed in the air.

The girl with the ponytail was not to be outdone. She rolled her eyes at Zhong Yuemin and said angrily, "Zhong Yuemin, you are so narcissistic."

Zhong Yuemin smiled indifferently, shrugged his shoulders, and responded easily, "Since you all know me, I won't introduce myself. What about you? Introduce yourselves."

A boy wearing glasses stood up and introduced himself shyly. "Hello, Zhong Yuemin, my name is Li Xiaoming."

A lively girl next to him introduced, "Hi, Zhong Yuemin, I'm Liu Xiaofang, and I've heard a lot about you from my roommates!"

The girl with the ponytail couldn't help but interrupt. "Yes, yes, yes, I've heard of it too. My name is Wang Hui."

Then, a tall boy patted Zhong Yuemin on the shoulder and introduced with a smile, "Zhong Yuemin, I'm Zhao Qiang."

"Zhong Yuemin, I'm Dong Weiping."

The last boy introduced himself shyly. "My name is Chen Lei."

Zhong Yuemin smiled even more brightly as he listened to everyone's introductions. He waved his hand and said, "Thank you all for giving me this face. I hope everyone will have a pleasant journey in the coming period of time."

At this moment, Professor Zhang's voice came over. "Zheng Tong, come here." He waved his hand, his eyes revealing a bit of urgency.

Zheng Tong and Zhong Yuemin quickly walked to Professor Zhang, both of them with confusion on their faces. "Professor Zhang, what do you want to talk to us about?" Zheng Tong asked first.

Professor Zhang nodded slightly and said in a deep voice, "Didn't you say that your uncle has someone we need? We have to go and see if it's suitable. If it's suitable, we have to set off as soon as possible."

Zheng Tong nodded, a determined look on his face. "Okay, let's go now."

Zheng Tong turned to Zhong Yuemin and said, "Yuemin, come with us and help us check things out."

Zhong Yuemin asked curiously, "Are we going to Liulichang Cultural Street?"

“Yes, people like this are very important to us.”

"What are you talking about? Let's go."