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Chapter 1194: Preparing to Harness the Name's Power
Chapter 1194: Preparing to Harness the Name's Power
Seeing the tall figure of the fighter emerge from the curtain, the ritual supervisor hurriedly bowed.
"Mr. Kangnaili."
Kangnaili's face grew even darker when he saw the mangled mass of flesh outside.
He glanced at the materials in the distance, and a wave of mental power swept over everyone, causing them to immediately lose consciousness and fall to the ground.
The ritual supervisor merely glanced at this; in the entire ritual, these materials were the least valuable. However, he never expected that one of them was a hidden infiltrator.
And the infiltrator's purpose was hard to determine for the moment.
He said, "Sir, do you think it could be someone from the Strategic Affairs Department?"
Kangnaili replied coldly, "It could also be someone from the Dashaun Administrative Bureau."
He wasn't aware of the recent events, but he knew that the sect had been keeping an eye on someone from Dashaun. The person who just appeared was of Eastern origin, so it was possible they were from the Administrative Bureau. However, this was only a suspicion, as the Primordial Cult had many enemies. Without evidence, he couldn't draw a conclusion.
"Dashaun Administrative Bureau..." The ritual supervisor frowned, "Could it be to assassinate Ms. Fei Angciel?"
But then he thought of something, his expression changing with uncertainty. "Could it be for the Rift here?"
Reflecting on the infiltrator's actions, he became increasingly convinced of this possibility.
Rifts were something that all countries closely monitored. They might go unnoticed while hidden underground, but once exposed, they would immediately attract global attention.
Mr. Kangnaili also considered this possibility, but he remained unmoved. He said coldly, "So what if they know?"
He was extremely confident because the sect had invested a great deal of resources to establish and maintain this Rift, including political and security costs.
This was Federation territory, and Dashaun's personnel were restricted in their actions. Even if the Dashaun Administrative Bureau learned about the Rift, what could they do? Complain to the Federation government and file a report?
He sneered. If they went through the Federation government, there would be no outcome. Officials at all levels would cover up and defend them, and even if the truth were revealed, they could still use the Federation government to grant the Rift temporary legal status.
However, as the main guardian here, he was cautious. He first had the supervisor send a telegram to the sect to inform them of the situation, then immediately ordered the entrances and exits to be sealed to prevent any mishaps.
In the banquet hall, Chen Chuan's eyes flickered. Just now, he had sensed a seed activate a certain amount of power before self-destructing.
This indicated that it encountered some obstacles. The seed's self-destruction suggested it might have faced fighter-level forces.
But he only needed to confirm that there was a Rift there. The presence of a fighter further confirmed that he had the right location.
He greeted Commander Xie and then left the banquet hall, instructing the telegraph operator in the car to send a message to the International Investigation Corps.
Skarlsen was still overseeing the execution at the New Light Sect, so he couldn't make it in time. Chen Chuan decided not to trouble him and instead contacted a member currently in the Federation capital.
Almost every major country's capital had a presence from the investigation team, so he went directly to this person.
He found an excuse to leave early, returned to the car, and drove to a parking lot near a theater.
After about half an hour, a man in his fifties arrived. He wore a modest yet stylish tuxedo, a monocle, and carried a cane, looking like a scholar.
Approaching the car, the door opened from the inside. He removed his hat, bowed slightly, and then sat down, greeting Chen Chuan, "Mr. Chen, I am Alveston Darrow, the International Investigation Corps' supervisor in the Linaks Federation. I am responsible for handling external security matters within the Federation. First, I want to thank you for your trust in the International Investigation Corps. Could you provide more details about the Rift you mentioned in your telegram?"
Chen Chuan said, "Outside the Federation capital, on the Daluowan Peninsula of Cuikelan Dainei Lake, there is a Rift. I checked the Federation's archives and some reports from the International Investigation Corps. No group or organization outside Central City is allowed to have a Rift, so it must be illegal."
Cuikelan Dainei Lake, Daluowan Peninsula?
Darrow's expression grew serious. He knew this location and that it was within the Primordial Cult's sphere of influence. He thought deeply and then asked slowly, "Mr. Chen, do you have concrete evidence?"
Chen Chuan replied, "The evidence is there. I wouldn't have come to you if I hadn't found it."
Darrow pondered for a moment and then shook his head. "Director Chen, the International Investigation Corps cannot act based solely on your word, especially in the Federation capital. Cuikelan Dainei Lake is an internal lake where many Central Cities intersect, involving significant economic and political interests. Any action we take must be reviewed by the Federation. Without solid evidence..."
He said apologetically, "I'm sorry."
Chen Chuan's expression remained unchanged. "I understand your difficulties. I don't need the International Investigation Corps to take specific actions; I only need a formal authorization to assist in the investigation. I will handle the investigation and resolve the matter myself."
Darrow was taken aback and looked at Chen Chuan. He knew that the Corps had previously given Chen Chuan such authorization.
Granting the authorization was simple, but if any issues arose, the Corps would be responsible. Moreover, the situation in the Eastern region was entirely different from the Western region. As a member of the International Investigation Corps in the Federation capital, he couldn't ignore the Primordial Cult.
The Primordial Cult had deep ties with the Eastern faction, and he couldn't act alone. As long as things didn't get out of hand, he would turn a blind eye. Revealing this would be bad for everyone, and he remembered how close Skarlsen came to being killed.
He sighed, "Mr. Chen, our duty is to prevent the infiltration of opposing forces, not to be a tool for political struggles. We have our own considerations. I'm truly sorry, but I can't give you this authorization."
Chen Chuan nodded. "I understand your position. I have worked with your organization several times and know that sometimes actions can't be too hasty, and sometimes compromises must be made due to circumstances. Mr. Darrow, you are not suited to be involved in this matter."
Darrow felt a bit ashamed. He should have been willing to take risks, but not everyone could be like Skarlsen. He had too much to consider.
He said, "Director Chen, thank you for your understanding."
Chen Chuan replied, "Mr. Darrow, you don't need to thank me. I haven't finished speaking. I came to you out of respect for your organization, so I informed you first. Since you disagree, I will send a telegram to your team leader, Mr. Maitai'oula."
Darrow was taken aback and then became anxious. "Mr. Chen, you..."
But when he met Chen Chuan's calm gaze, he stopped and sighed.
He knew what kind of person their team leader was. For someone like Chen Chuan, who had greatly helped the Corps, the leader would usually give sufficient trust. If the telegram was sent, it would definitely be approved. If not, it wouldn't be the leader they admired and supported.
Moreover, bypassing him to send the telegram would mean he, as the resident supervisor, would be held responsible if any issues arose.
He smiled bitterly and said, "Mr. Chen, there's no need for you to say more. I'll send the telegram."
Chen Chuan said, "Mr. Darrow, I'll wait for your response. Do you need to use our radio?"
Darrow didn't hesitate. "Yes, I'll use it."
Chen Chuan gestured to the telegraph operator and then stepped out of the car, looking toward Cuikelan Dainei Lake.
After about twenty minutes, Mr. Darrow got out of the car and handed him a translated telegram.
"Mr. Chen, the leader has replied. He agrees."
Chen Chuan took the telegram and read it. Maitai'oula agreed to the assistance authorization and thanked him for his help with the Corps.
With this authorization in hand, he wasn't done yet.
Operating within the Federation, especially near the capital, required notifying the Federation government in advance. Failing to do so would result in armed interference.
So the necessary procedures still needed to be followed. While this might leak information, it could also make the other side less vigilant. The Primordial Cult could use its influence to interfere with normal decision-making. Even without this, a long-standing Rift couldn't be dealt with quickly.
Stepping back, if the Primordial Cult really went to great lengths to eliminate the Rift, he would still have achieved his goal.
He tapped the boundary token and contacted Commander Xie. After explaining the situation and his opinion, Commander Xie said, "Director Chen, I support your action. I will help you file the necessary reports with the Federation, but be prepared for delays and obstruction. It might take a long time to get a result."
Chen Chuan said calmly, "I've considered that. We file the reports to show respect. If they refuse to act, we will handle it ourselves."
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(End of Chapter)
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