Chapter 68: Information about Master Wuhen

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Zhang Yuanqing picked up a black jade stone, and a message appeared in his field of vision:

【Name: Dreamstone Talisman】

【Type: Consumable】

【Function: Dream Realm Summoning】

【Introduction: A sub-item produced by the Nightmare Creator, which can open a dream channel connected to the host.】

【Note: One day, an indescribable existence, by chance, read a comic called 'X Dream Creator' and was inspired, leading to the appearance of the Nightmare Creator.】

Dream realm items, if I remember correctly, are related to the abilities of illusionists. Could this Master Wuhen be an illusionist? Zhang Yuanqing put away the jade talisman and looked at Xie Lingxi beside him, saying, "Let's go."

Then he nodded to the beautiful woman by the elevator and said, "Sorry, we haven't been here today, nor are we aware of the existence of this hotel."

The beautiful woman chuckled, "Very thoughtful!" She pressed the down button for the elevator, taking Zhang Yuanqing and Xie Lingxi back to the first floor.

When they were back in the car and the Wuhen Hotel behind them was getting farther away and finally disappeared from sight, Xie Lingxi relaxed her tense body and said, "Brother Yuanshi, that Master Wuhen should be a very high-level illusionist."

She took out the black jade stone and sighed, "I don't know if I should use it in case of danger..."

Although Master Wuhen didn't harm them, the fact that he practiced an evil profession naturally made people wary from the bottom of their hearts.

"When it comes to a life-or-death crisis, we'll naturally use it. After all, the result can't be worse than death," Zhang Yuanqing said.

Xie Lingxi nodded, feeling somewhat melancholic. "When I was a child, I heard the elders say that those who practice evil professions are criminals with blood on their hands, deserving to be cut into a thousand pieces. But I've never thought that some of those who commit heinous deeds may be forced into it, may have their reasons, and they aren't inherently bad people. They also seek redemption."

Unreasonably, Zhang Yuanqing thought of Ou Xiangrong, the bewitching demon who had suffered cruel bullying at a young age, with nowhere to seek help, leaving deep psychological trauma that twisted his mentality and eventually led him down an irreversible path.

If someone could have lent him a helping hand back then, perhaps there would be one less ruthless evildoer in the world.

Of course, Ou Xiangrong deserved to die because he had completely fallen and become brutal and bloodthirsty. But what about being a father, and those other evildoers who were like him?

Zhang Yuanqing spoke slowly, "Evil professions are the fires within ourselves. You can't change the big picture, you can't change human nature. Thinking too much will only make you increasingly resent this world."

Xie Lingxi looked disappointed. These words were realistic but also powerless. She had hoped that Yuanshi brother would give her some encouragement. In times like this, encouragement could soothe the heart's burdens.

Zhang Yuanqing changed his tone, "We can't change the larger environment, but we can change ourselves. After understanding evil professions more deeply, I believe you already know how to face these groups correctly. When you encounter someone like that evil father in the future, try to offer help as much as possible."

Xie Lingxi revealed a sweet smile, then pretended to act like a delicate young girl and said, "Yuanshi brother is really amazing. Despite being young, you have clear opinions. Unlike me, I only feel sorry for them."

Looking at the delicate and weak young girl, Zhang Yuanqing was about to say something when suddenly, a hissing electric sound came from his waist bag, followed by a low singing voice echoing in the car, "Always looking weak and feeble... Always looking weak and feeble..."

The sentence kept repeating.

Xie Lingxi's face instantly stiffened. "Oh, that's the item we found in the underground parking lot. It keeps making strange sounds," Zhang Yuanqing almost burst into laughter.

Xie Lingxi: "..."

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The Xie family's car dropped him off at the entrance of Kangyang District Security Bureau. Xie Lingxi poked her head out of the car window and waved, "Yuanshi brother, I'll be in Songhai for the next few days. You should come and visit me if you have time."

"Sure," Zhang Yuanqing replied absentmindedly, waving his hand before turning around and entering the security bureau.

As he approached the glass building, he heard bursts of cheers and laughter, a lively and noisy atmosphere as if there was a party going on. What's going on? Zhang Yuanqing entered the glass building with curiosity and found the office area empty. All the young ladies and middle-aged women were gathered in the leisure area, surrounding Captain She, Guan Ya, and Wang Tai.

The table was filled with cakes, food, and drinks, an extravagant feast. Everyone held wine glasses, enjoying food and engaging in lively conversations.

"Oh, our hero has arrived! Everyone, welcome!" Li Dongze looked towards the entrance and led the applause.

Clap, clap, clap... The intense applause filled the room, and the civilian staff members wore warm smiles.

Zhang Yuanqing had an idea and tested, "Has the bonus and merits come down?"

Guan Ya nodded with a smile.

"Oh, my God, Lord Almighty, did you hear my prayers? Yes, you must have heard them." Zhang Yuanqing's face lit up with a big smile, looking extremely delighted.

Li Dongze: "..."

He tightened his cane for a moment, then let go and chose to immerse himself in the party.

After the party ended, Zhang Yuanqing, with his round belly, returned to the second floor and comfortably lay back in his office chair. He asked, "Captain, how much is my bonus and merit? Is there a list?"

Li Dongze looked at Guan Ya, and she opened her pink notebook and placed it in front of Zhang Yuanqing.

Zhang Yuanqing quickly sat up and looked at the notebook screen:

【Clearing the She Ling Tunnel: D-level merit, 50,000 yuan (personal reward).】

【Killing Ou Xiangrong: D-level merit, reward of 300,000 yuan (team award).】

【Clearing the Jinshui Amusement Park: B-level merit, reward of 500,000 yuan (personal award).】

The She Ling Tunnel was a night tour trial spirit realm, and its value lay in obtaining the future quota for the Night Tour God for the Five Elements Alliance and the intelligence of the Mountain Goddess's revival.

However, because this intelligence was used to repay favors, the Five Elements Alliance didn't directly profit from it, so it was given a D-level merit.

Killing Ou Xiangrong belonged to a team merit. The 300,000 yuan reward was split with Zhang Yuanqing receiving 100,000 yuan, and the remaining 200,000 yuan divided among the rest of the team members, including civilian staff.

Li Dongze was very pleased because the biggest beneficiaries of team merits were not only the ones who performed the deeds but also the captain himself.

The more team merits, the greater his chances of promotion as a captain. This was why Qingteng Bailong and other captains were so envious of him. The more talented subordinates one had, the better the captain's benefits, and a gifted subordinate could lead the captain to easy victories.

As for the B-level merit for clearing the Jinshui Amusement Park, it was impressive. In theory, B-level merits were the limit that ordinary official practitioners could obtain, even for those at the rank of Practitioner.

It could be said that as long as Zhang Yuanqing reached the third rank of the Night Tour God, he would definitely become a captain. Many third-rank official practitioners were still stuck among the elite members because they lacked merits for promotion.

The total amount of the three merits was 650,000 yuan. My goodness, Zhang Yuanqing's heart was pounding wildly. He had never seen so much money in his entire life.

Guan Ya patted his shoulder and smiled, "You ate too much at the party today. Tomorrow night, you'll have to treat us. I'll make sure to fleece you good."

Zhang Yuanqing glanced at her and said, "Woman, who do you think you're talking to? How dare you use such a casual tone when speaking to a wealthy person worth 650,000 yuan."

"You little brat, you're quite full of yourself..." Guan Ya gritted her teeth.

Li Dongze watched this scene with a smile and said, "The merits have been approved, and your permissions have been upgraded. You can now access higher-level information. Go take a look in the database later."

"Also, your proposal to participate in the hunt for Black Wuchang has been approved by Captain Fu Baifu. From now on, you'll be working with me and Guan Ya."

Fu Baifu agreed? Zhang Yuanqing was pleased.

Having a leader who appreciates you is indeed a gratifying thing, as it means most of your requests will be granted.

Watching Li Dongze return to his office, Zhang Yuanqing rubbed his round belly and suddenly thought about whether he could now access information about Master Wuhen with his current permissions.

Thinking about it, he immediately opened the official database and logged in with Yuan Shi Tianzun's account. In the search bar, he typed "Master Wuhen."

Unlike the last time when he found no relevant information, this time, a piece of information popped up:

"ID: Wangsui Wuhen, Dominator Realm Illusionist, C-level wanted criminal."

"Note: This person once severely injured an elder of the Crimson Fire Gang, not bloodthirsty, and does not harbor strong hostility towards official organization personnel. If you encounter this person, do not provoke, just avoid them..."

Dominator Realm? Zhang Yuanqing's pupils constricted.

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