Sky Net has set its new target on Fire Phoenix, which came as no surprise to Ye Fan.

Upon receiving the news, the Third Elder and the Fourth Elder explained Sky Net’s orders, and Ye Fan understood.

Thus, the Ghost Squad and the six major Hunting Teams, driven by the momentum of victory, set out for the Blood Wolf Base.

Sky Net wants to use the guise of victory to completely obliterate the God Organization—after Fire Phoenix comes the Butcher, which is also unsurprising. Sky Net’s actions were within Ye Fan’s expectations.

To be honest, at this moment, Ye Fan was very nervous; it was only when this moment truly arrived that it could be considered a real test.

If the whereabouts of Lu Xiangxiang and Liu Shangxiang hadn’t been found yet, then the situation would have been extremely dire.

Ye Fan and Fire Phoenix had no choice but to face off, which was something that had to happen and broke the original plan.

Fortunately, as Ye Fan headed towards the Blood Wolf Base, he received exhilarating news: Lu Xiangxiang and Liu Shangxiang had been found. The news came personally from Mengyao, and upon receiving it, Ye Fan had a cold smile.

After confirming the accuracy of the news, Ye Fan was completely relieved. With this development, the trap that Sky Net had long set up was ready to be sprung.

In truth, the whereabouts of Lu Xiangxiang were not discovered by Zhang Lu and others, but were deliberately leaked from the place where they were held. This situation took Ye Fan by surprise.

Zhang Lu had made all the preparations for rescuing the hostages and was awaiting news from Ye Fan.

Island Villa.

Lu Xiangxiang and Liu Shangxiang lay on chairs, shaded by coconut trees above, with refreshing drinks on the table beside them.

Their expressions were particularly relaxed, enjoying the sea breeze, cooling off and escaping the heat, as if on vacation. There was no hint of them being hostages. If Ye Fan, Mengyao, and others knew they were having such a good time while people outside were worried, one wonders what expressions Ye Fan and the others would have.

Actually, Lu Xiangxiang and Liu Shangxiang could contact the outside world, but their communication was limited to within the villa. Even if they told the outside world they were fine, as hostages, the concern from outside couldn’t be avoided.

"How many days have we been here?" Lu Xiangxiang counted on her fingers but couldn’t quite figure it out.

"About seven days," Liu Shangxiang replied affirmatively.

"Wow, we are having a super seven-day tour, living so comfortably," Lu Xiangxiang beamed.

After the initial fear, they were no longer fazed by the situation. Since they couldn’t leave for now, they accepted the current conditions and turned their hostage life into a vacation.

Their relaxed attitude was truly remarkable. If it were anyone else, they would have found it unbearable long ago.

"Let’s make the best of this leisure time and enjoy this paradise-like life," Liu Shangxiang said with a sweet smile, gazing at the rolling seas in the distance. "We might not have many days like this left."

"Why not many days?" Lu Xiangxiang asked. "Are the kidnappers going to kill us?"

"Not that they’ll kill us, but the time for our rescue is approaching. The more days we spend here, the closer we get to being rescued," Liu Shangxiang glanced at the guards, Mei and Lan, bored. "The way they treat us suggests they’re forcing Ye Fan to do something he doesn’t want to do. Do you think Ye Fan will let us stay hostages? He’ll surely find a way to rescue us. Once our location is discovered, we’ll return to our old lives, and who knows when we’ll have such leisure time again."

"You’re right. Now that you mention it, I really believe in Ye Fan’s abilities. It’s only a matter of time before we’re rescued, and those who kidnapped us will have a bad ending," Lu Xiangxiang stated boldly. "It’s just a waste of this wonderful place. If it were my private property, I’d come for a few days whenever I had free time; it would be great."

"Stop dreaming and face reality. We’re hostages, not tourists," Liu Shangxiang replied speechlessly. "You’ve been here a few days and already fallen for the place; that’s unreasonable."

"It’s quite beautiful and comfortable, a perfect spot for a vacation," Lu Xiangxiang said sincerely. "I honestly like it here. Is that wrong?"

"You’re not wrong, so stay here forever," Liu Shangxiang retorted, rolling her eyes.

"Staying too long isn’t good; you’ll eventually build immunity. Staying a few days from time to time is a luxury," Lu Xiangxiang daydreamed.

"Always dreaming," Liu Shangxiang chuckled bitterly.

Lu Xiangxiang sat up and asked Liu Shangxiang, "What do you think Ye Fan and Mengyao are doing now?"

"Probably going crazy trying to find us," Liu Shangxiang replied without hesitation.

"Aren’t we being awful? Here we are enjoying a seaside villa while Mengyao and Ye Fan must be worried sick, searching for us. If they knew how leisurely we were, wouldn’t it be letting them down for worrying about us?" Lu Xiangxiang mumbled.

"If you think so, then worry with them. I’m going to enjoy this wonderful time," Liu Shangxiang said indifferently.

"Why are you so carefree? You have to accompany me; can’t let me worry alone," Lu Xiangxiang complained.

"My thoughts are set on the scenic views. I’m not considering anything else," Liu Shangxiang shrugged off Lu Xiangxiang’s concerns.

"Since you’re so carefree, as your sister, I’ve decided to accompany you in enjoying the sights, so you won’t feel lonely," Lu Xiangxiang declared as if she was doing it for Liu Shangxiang’s sake.

"It’s what you want, don’t use me as an excuse. Isn’t that tiring?" Liu Shangxiang smiled slyly.

"Not tiring at all. With such beautiful scenery, there’s no time to get tired," Lu Xiangxiang laughed.

"Time for the beach walk," Liu Shangxiang said, standing on the sand and looking at Lu Xiangxiang.

"And then it’s time to bathe in the sea, I know that," Lu Xiangxiang replied joyfully.

Liu Shangxiang and Lu Xiangxiang continued chatting about trivial topics as they walked further along the sandy beach, accompanied by the waves swallowing the edges of the shore, with their footprints getting washed away by the sea.