freeallnovels Chapter 3809 Seed of Demons
Chapter 3809 Seed of Demons
Chapter 3809 Seed of Demons
That evening, not long after Ye Yan returned with the commission, someone approached him.
"...Join the Shenzhou [Management Bureau]?"
Ye Yan looked at Huo Zhen, who was one of the "National Heroes" of China, with surprise... In the past, he would never have had the opportunity to come into contact with such a person.
Before the spiritual energy revival, the [Management Bureau] was a secretive department. Now that it's public, the administrative ranks of these bigwigs are frighteningly high.
"This is just an invitation, don't feel pressured. It mainly depends on your personal wishes," Huo Zhen said very kindly.
That being said, it was a personal invitation from Huo Zhen, a man of great talent, which made Ye Yan feel surprised... Would it have been more reasonable for a mid-to-lower-level manager like a senior detective from the Bureau of Management at the embassy at this time?
Even if I was drawn into this power struggle between IERO and S.H.I.E.L.D. because of my special circumstances, I shouldn't accept the Bureau's attitude.
"No need to rush to answer. This concerns your future, so naturally you need to be cautious." Huo Zhen still maintained a very kind demeanor.
...We can't be unfriendly either, after all, it was the Dragon King who personally instructed us to be so.
As for why it was Huo Zhen and not that old scoundrel who spoke about this... the reason is quite simple: Huo Zhen couldn't beat that old scoundrel.
In addition to being a force to be reckoned with, Huo Zhen is also a rare talent in domestic affairs.
"I will consider it seriously." Ye Yan took a deep breath and said solemnly, "Lord Huo Zhen, I have a question..."
"Just call me Old Master Huo."
"...Mr. Huo, I'd like to know, what were the reasons that the Administration Bureau recruited me?"
Huo Zhen smiled slightly and said, "Naturally, it was a well-considered decision. We reviewed your information immediately. Of course, there's a gap in your record with Interpol and IERO... If you join the Bureau, you'll first need to fill those gaps... You should understand what I mean."
Ye Yan nodded. The Bureau of Investigation is an extremely important department, so the scrutiny is naturally very thorough... investigating ancestors for generations is nothing to them.
Huo Zhen smiled and said, "Your review is fine for now. Besides, you're already wanted by [IERO], so you have nowhere else to go but back to Shenzhou. Furthermore, the fact that you took Situ Qingfeng away from [IERO] this time is a great achievement for our [Management Bureau]."
"A great achievement?" Ye Yan was taken aback.
The raids on the New Miracle Base and the headquarters of S.H.I.E.L.D. were naturally not to be made public; even among the high-ranking members of the Administration, only a few people knew about them.
“You don’t need to know the specifics for now.” Huo Zhen patted Ye Yan on the shoulder. “Once you’ve thought it through, come and tell me. Whether you’re willing or not, your status as a citizen of China will not change. [IERO]’s influence cannot reach into China.”
Ye Yan nodded. These words were a guarantee for him. Even if he didn't join the [Management Bureau], he would be taken care of no matter where he was in Shenzhou after he returned... He could live as an ordinary person.
"I agree." Ye Yan took a deep breath, and at that moment he truly felt the goodwill that Huo Zhen was showing.
Moreover, warriors are never the type to hesitate or look back.
"Welcome to join us."
Huo Zhen smiled slightly, not surprised by the answer... Having read their records of Ye Yan's early life, they knew he was a guy who wouldn't be content with the status quo—and, more importantly, he truly had a heart of justice.
……
The next day.
As the large group prepared to depart for the arena.
Ziling's mother looked at Ye Yan, who appeared in front of her in a gray-black suit and looked very professional, with a surprised expression.
"What's wrong with you?"
"You've joined the [Bureau of Management] and are now a junior agent. I'll be accompanying you today." Ye Yan smiled casually, "From now on, you'll have to call me Agent Ye."
"Congratulations!" Ziling's mother's eyes lit up immediately.
"Starting over is a new challenge, I suppose." Ye Yan sighed, feeling somewhat uneasy. He had originally thought that even if he joined the [Management Bureau], he would at least not officially start working there until he returned to Shenzhou.
But clearly, Old Huo didn't think so—"You'd better bring your [Management Bureau] credentials right now, show up openly and honestly, and tell them that you're now a member of the Shenzhou [Management Bureau]!"
They are very enthusiastic and their enthusiasm is very inspiring.
The higher-ups at [IERO] probably wouldn't dare utter a single word... They'll probably quietly withdraw their wanted posters soon, right?
Just how powerful is this organization?
Ye Yan couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation for his new professional career.
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The second day of the second stage of the arena competition was still incredibly popular.
Ziling's mother entered the inner area through a special passage with the group... but she immediately found another opportunity to slip out of the inner area.
This sudden movement terrified the detectives who had been secretly protecting him—because the reporter had made an excuse to go to the toilet and then quietly slipped away.
[Xuan Ruo]...Even the Dragon Lord was kept in the dark.
They naturally reported the matter immediately—today was an auspicious day, and when the Dragon Lord found out, he didn't scold them at all. He just said "oh" and told them not to worry about it, that the person would be back soon.
Ah Xiruo didn't care at all at the moment.
Just kidding, that jerk is already here, what chance do you think Ren Ziling has of being blown up or reincarnated? Even if Earth-kun (003) blew up, she'd still be alive...
Surprisingly, Ye Yan, on his very first day in office, was faster than everyone else and found Zi Ling's mother immediately.
……
Outside the arena, at the betting station for the ring match.
"...So, you sneaked out just to place a bet?" Ye Yan looked like he had something on his mind.
Ziling's mother, feeling slightly embarrassed, glared at him fiercely. "Legal betting, legal profits, what, are you going to arrest me?"
"I wouldn't dare." Ye Yan shrugged, then asked curiously, "You didn't have this hobby before?"
Ziling's mother said awkwardly, "No, but recently, I don't know why, I always manage to buy the right thing... without realizing it... I've tried to convince myself otherwise."
"Nine out of ten bets are rigged, sister-in-law," Ye Yan sighed.
"Relax, I only bought a small one, just for a little game..." Ziling's mother said impatiently, "A little gambling is harmless, if you win I'll treat you to a lobster feast!"
Ye Yan clicked his tongue twice, took the betting ticket from Zi Ling's mother's hand and glanced at it... What kind of crap did she buy? She just blindly bet on all the players from Shenzhou, right?
He glanced at the match list and saw that the opponents facing the Shenzhou players today were almost all tough nuts to crack, so it was hard to say that they could win easily.
After all, the spiritual energy revival has only lasted for half a year. Even though the extraordinary beings in Shenzhou have innate advantages, the gap is not too large. For example, the non-human realm has existed since ancient times, and its history is not necessarily shorter than that of the ancient sects in Shenzhou.
Based on what he had seen and heard in [IERO], such as [Radiance], there might not be anyone in the Divine Land besides the True Dragon who could reliably suppress it...
"Go back. Accompanying personnel are not allowed to leave without permission." Ye Yan's expression turned serious.
Ziling's mother nodded quickly, but then hurriedly bought some popcorn, hot dogs, drinks, and other snacks from a nearby food stall. "It's for Lizi, do you want some?"
"...Am I on duty?"
At this moment, a man with a haggard face, as if he hadn't slept for three days and three nights, with bloodshot eyes and a scarf covering his chin, suddenly approached quietly.
Ye Yan frowned and silently walked to Zi Ling's mother's side to block her.
At this moment, Ziling's mother also noticed this strange fellow and quietly became wary... Actually, she wasn't really without the ability to protect herself. Before setting off, Minister Xuanruo had approved a spiritual weapon for her, which hadn't been consecrated yet.
She was always thinking about finding an opportunity to ejaculate...
"Want some Z-coins?" the haggard-looking man suddenly asked in a low voice.
"What?" Ye Yan was taken aback.
The haggard man spoke again, his voice even more urgent, "Want some Z-coin? 650,000 dollars a coin! This is my lowest price, want it or not! Hurry!"
Ye Yan pondered for a moment and asked, "What is Z-coin?"
Upon hearing this, the haggard-looking man immediately fell silent and quickly left... However, he soon found another tourist and asked him in a low voice.
This looks exactly like the bootleggers who secretly sold pornographic films in night markets back in the day...
"What is this? 650,000 dollars per coin? Is it a new type of virtual currency?" Ziling's mother couldn't help but be very curious. This price was outrageously expensive.
"I don't know." Ye Yan shook his head. "Never mind, let's go back."
"Oh……"
……
When Ziling's mother returned, she quietly entered the filming area and stuffed some snacks into Lizi's hand, thinking that no one had noticed her sneaking away... Little did she know how many people were secretly relieved.
After bringing Ziling's mother back, Ye Yan returned to his post... In fact, he was just keeping watch around the area without trying to hide. He even openly greeted the other people in the [IERO] team who were also keeping watch.
The other party naturally looked like they'd seen a ghost... then, after seeing Ye Yan in the [Management Bureau] uniform, they were completely dumbfounded—the news that Ye Yan had become a [Management Bureau] agent would probably soon reach [IERO] headquarters.
"—Kiko-sensei."
Now he can appear openly and no one controls his communications.
"—You're at the arena?"
"—I have a question for you. Do you know what Z-coin is? Is it a newly emerging cryptocurrency?"
"I know, it's Z-coin. It's been all over the dark web lately, it's crazy! I'll send you the information!"
--"OK, thanks."
"The consultation fee is $20,000, thank you."
—"Make a note of it."
——“凸凸”
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A private estate in the suburbs of Washington, D.C.
Inside the training room, Situ Duojun, dressed in a white training uniform, held an ancient sword. The sword shadows were numerous, and the sword light that permeated the surroundings was as clear and bright as flowing water.
Her progress was nothing short of miraculous, because Gongsun Shiyu had used an empowerment technique on her, which not only gave her a wealth of martial arts knowledge and insights, but also brought her terrifying power.
These past few days, Situ Duojun has been adapting to the surge of power within her body... Switching from the martial arts system of Chinese martial arts to traditional martial arts has not been particularly difficult, and she has adapted quickly, having already digested most of it.
Suddenly, a steady and powerful hand silently touched the wrist of Situ Duojun, who was holding the sword.
Situ Duojun was startled, but the other party quickly grabbed her wrist and began to adjust her sword movements.
"Young...Young Master..."
Situ Duojun's voice trembled slightly.
"Don't get distracted, feel my sword intent."
Gongsun Shiyu's voice rang softly almost right next to her ear.
Female martial artists have exceptionally flexible bodies, yet they can unleash strength as strong as steel. However, at this moment, Situ Duojun was almost completely limp, both in body and mind. She barely had the strength to grip the hilt of her sword, and her mind was in turmoil. How could she possibly comprehend any sword intent?
In that brief encounter, she sensed Gongsun Shiyu's power... just like his code name in the Michael Club: The Sun!
This is a person who is like the sun, radiating light.
The most intuitive female psychology of admiring strength quickly took over Situ Duojun's mind... until the sword intent that Gongsun Shiyu displayed gradually dissipated, she was still in a daze.
“Cultivation requires a balance between work and rest.” Gongsun Shiyu seemed oblivious to Situ Duojun’s distraction and said with a smile, “I’ve had some food prepared to replenish your blood and energy. It will be good for you. Start practicing your internal energy cultivation first.”
"Good, good."
……
After finishing her cultivation and taking a shower, Situ Duojun put on a black off-shoulder dress—prepared by the manor's servants.
When she entered the restaurant, Gongsun Shiyu was already waiting.
He sat there, holding a glass of red wine, gazing intently out the window, lost in thought... That almost perfect profile.
Situ Duojun had never considered herself a sucker for good looks, but she was still momentarily stunned—compared to her fellow disciples in the [Hongmen], they were practically peasants…
Finally, Gongsun Shiyu's gaze slowly fell on Situ Duojun, as if he were sizing her up.
Having lived for twenty-four years, and having practiced martial arts for nineteen of them, Situ Duojun subconsciously gripped one of her arms and slowly lowered her gaze.
"Sitting down is fine since you're here," Gongsun Shiyu said calmly.
The waiter pulled out a chair for Situ Duojun, arranged for her to sit down, and set out the tableware before respectfully stepping aside... Situ Duojun couldn't help but ask curiously, "You... Young Master, aren't you going to eat?"
There were no tableware set in front of Gongsun Shiyu.
"This is for you," Gongsun Shiyu said casually. "I rarely eat anymore."
"Thank you." Situ Duojun nodded.
She had never seen the food prepared in front of her before, but it vaguely exuded an aura that seemed to invigorate her body's cells, making her unable to resist the urge to eat.
Gongsun Shiyu watched her eat as if it were an interesting thing.
"Young Master... do you have any news about my grandfather?" Situ Duojun asked, her face slightly flushed.
“Your grandfather is safe right now.” Gongsun Shiyu smiled slightly. “I’ve arranged for him to do some things, and it’s in progress. Don’t worry, you’ll see him soon. You should focus on practicing your sword here and prepare to take over the Hongmen in the future.”
“Me?” Situ Duojun was stunned. “How could I…”
“Your grandfather is old and has lost his drive,” Gongsun Shiyu said calmly. “Moreover, the deaths of your father and brother were a great blow to him. In this state, he is no longer suitable to work for me. Rather than that, it would be better to let him retire in his old age… What, you don’t want to take over from your grandfather?”
“No!” Situ Duojun quickly said, “I also really want my grandfather to retire and enjoy his old age... but unfortunately I’m too weak.”
"You're not weak anymore," Gongsun Shiyu said calmly. "With my empowerment, even a regular LV5 is no match for you. In the future, you'll only get stronger."
Situ Duojun was deeply moved. She couldn't even imagine how amazing her progress had been these past few days... it couldn't even be described as a leap.
And all of this was brought about by the powerful man before us.
Girls' feelings are always poetry.
In fact, the same applies to women in their prime.
“I…” Situ Duojun gritted her teeth and said with a determined look, “Young Master, rest assured, I will definitely master the [Dao Heart Demon Seed]!”
"Eat something first," Gongsun Shiyu said softly. "The food's getting cold."
(End of this chapter)