Mo Han breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. "That's good. I was worried I wouldn't be able to acquire them in time. These will be useful once we find those people immune to the virus, Uncle. You’d best have the syringes ready before then; that way, everything will be fine."

Hearing Mo Han’s request, Lyle nodded. "No problem. It's tight on time, but I think if we push it, it should be manageable. I promise to deliver them before the barrier disappears."

Mo Han quickly offered his thanks. He picked up the thin iron sheet Jack had just found and said, "Ideally, the thickness of the needle shouldn't exceed the thickness of this sheet. Uncle, take this to compare; it will give you a clearer idea."

Lyle didn't say another word, took the iron sheet Mo Han offered, tucked it into his coat, and then excused himself.

After Lyle left, Jack, looking utterly curious, asked, "Boss, what are those strangely shaped syringes for? Can you tell me?" Mo Han grinned mischievously. "I can't explain it clearly to you right now, hehe. You'll know when Uncle Lyle brings them. Or perhaps you want to be the first to try them out? See how kind I am to you?"

Jack nearly agreed, drawn in by Mo Han's suggestive tone, but the wicked glint in Mo Han's smile warned him that something was definitely amiss. Fear finally overcame his curiosity, and he hastily shook his head. "Forget it, hehe. Thanks for the offer, Boss, but you're the boss; how could I possibly take that from you? I should leave it for you."

Mo Han was almost laughing hysterically inside, but his expression remained stern. "Good. You've been very sensible lately, kid. Too bad you passed up the chance. Don't blame me later."

Let’s see how long you can hold out, Mo Han thought with a wicked inner smile. I bet you’ll take the bait.

As expected, Jack’s face lit up with curiosity and excitement after hearing Mo Han’s words. "Boss, since you put it that way, you absolutely must let me try it first then! Thank you, Boss."

Mo Han’s grin nearly split his face, but his expression remained flawlessly guarded. "Heh heh. Since you asked, I'll definitely call on you first. Relax. When has your boss ever treated you poorly?"

"Never! Absolutely not, Boss! How could you ever treat us badly?" Jack quickly denied, shaking his head. "You are the most respected person to us! Ask Latin and the others if you don't believe me." Latin and Rock nodded continuously from the side in full agreement.

It was at this moment that Daili and Murong Feixue walked in.

Seeing Mo Han and the others, Daili smiled and asked him, "What's going on? What are you all chatting about? You look rather smug?"

"Nothing! Nothing, hehe," Mo Han quickly demurred. "Just discussing some things with Jack, preparing to give him priority care, that’s all."

Daili, seeing Mo Han’s reluctance to elaborate, knew she wouldn't get any answers by pressing further. She changed the subject. "By the way, Ling'er told me about you attending that meeting. What are your plans?"

Mo Han smiled. "Of course, I'm taking both missions! Hehe, this is a massive amount of money; how could we possibly pass it up?"

Mo Han paused, contemplating. "However, I suspect this matter won't be simple. Having too many people will complicate things, and we know absolutely nothing about the interior situation. So, I plan to take only Xiao Mo and Xiao Han in. You all wait outside for my news."

Daili shook her head like a rattle drum at Mo Han's suggestion. "No way! This is our team's business; how can I let you venture in alone? At the very least, you have to take me. My skills aren't as high as yours, but I can certainly look after myself. Besides, I am the commander; how could I not go?"

Seeing Daili’s resolute stance, Mo Han knew it would be hard to change her mind once she’d decided. He sighed helplessly. "Fine then, just the two of us go in. But you have to promise me one thing: once we’re inside, you absolutely cannot leave my side. Stay close to me, understand?"

Daili beamed victoriously when Mo Han agreed. "Mm, I promise I’ll stick right next to you and won't leave."

After saying this, she seemed to realize how strange it sounded, almost like a declaration of affection to Mo Han. Her triumphant smile, met by the knowing, suggestive glances from Latin and the others, made her instantly flushed. She cursed him. "Hateful! You’re never serious! I’m not dealing with you."

Mo Han immediately put on an expression of wronged innocence. "Unfair! I didn't say anything! Why are you scolding me?" He then shouted towards Latin and the others, "It’s all you guys! You have impure thoughts and got me scolded! Why are you laughing so much? You never learn to behave properly! I’m actually very kind-hearted, and you’ve all dragged me into trouble!"

Hearing Mo Han’s words, everyone was speechless. He truly was the boss; no one else could deliver such lines with such righteous indignation.

Daili laughed, scolding him lightly. "Enough! You only ever tease Rock and the others. So, when do we set off?"

Mo Han thought for a moment. "I think tomorrow. Let’s get a good night's rest tonight, and we'll leave in the morning. Time is pressing, after all; the earlier we start, the higher our chances of success."

"Agreed. In that case, I’ll go back and prepare now, and I'll also tell Ling'er. I’ll come back to find you later. You all chat here for now," Daili said, turning to leave.

Mo Han nodded in agreement.

"Sister Daili, wait for me."

Murong Feixue, who had been standing quietly nearby, finally spoke up. "I'll go back with you to get organized. I don't have anything else to do anyway."

Daili smiled. "Hehe, that’s fine. It's just a few men here, nothing much to talk about. We’ll be back tonight."

Murong Feixue smiled at Mo Han. "Brother Mo Han, I’m going with Sister Daili to prepare now. We’ll be back tonight."

Mo Han smiled back. "Hehe, go on quickly, Xue'er is so thoughtful."

After hearing Mo Han’s words, Murong Feixue and Daili turned and left to make their preparations.

By dawn the next day, Mo Han and Daili arrived early before the blue barrier near the City Lord's Manor. The previous evening, Mo Han had explained his plan to Guang Lei, and the ascetic elders had agreed to Mo Han’s request, granting them special permission to enter the barrier.

However, Guang Lei insisted on gifting Mo Han a transparent yellow crystal, fearing he might encounter danger. According to Guang Lei’s explanation, this crystal was an ancient magical artifact containing a hidden, high-level Earth-elemental defensive magic, "Guardian of the Earth." Mo Han only needed to infuse a sliver of mana to activate it, which would buy them precious time to escape. It was considered top-tier sealed magic, so rare that even the Church of Light possessed very few now, showing the high regard Guang Lei held for Mo Han.

With everything prepared, Guang Lei and the others led Mo Han and his group to a luminous screen situated near the blue barrier. The guards here were far more numerous and stringent than elsewhere. The soldiers of the Cardick Duchy were gone, replaced entirely by the Church’s Guardian Knights, Inquisitorial Knights, and several high-ranking priests of the Church of Light.

As Mo Han approached, he noticed a subtle difference in this small section of the light screen compared to the rest. If one didn't look closely, it was almost imperceptible. The vast blue barrier was a pale azure, but this specific area before them was composed entirely of a deeper, more intensely blue light screen. This, Mo Han presumed, must be the entrance to the barrier.

Indeed, Guang Lei led Mo Han, Daili, and the others to this section of deep blue light screen. "This is the gateway to the barrier. You will enter from here. When you return, as long as you reach this spot, we will know," he stated.

After speaking, Guang Lei clapped Mo Han on the shoulder, his eyes filled with admiration. "Heh heh, this old man believes that with your cultivation and intelligence, you will surely complete this mission successfully. Let me offer my congratulations in advance; I’ll prepare the celebratory wine here, hehe."

Mo Han quickly returned his thanks with a smile. After a brief farewell to Latin and Murong Feixue, and amidst the reluctance of his companions, Mo Han took Daili’s hand, leading Xiao Mo and Xiao Han toward the barrier. As they reached the entrance, they saw several high-ranking priests of the Church of Light chanting a spell together toward the barrier. The deep blue light screen, which measured only three meters square, vanished instantly, revealing the scene within the barrier. Mo Han and Daili dared not linger; they immediately led Xiao Mo and the others inside.

The deep blue light screen reformed as soon as Mo Han and the others passed through, looking as if it had been there the entire time.