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Chapter 147: Don't Go
Chapter 147: Don't Go
On the way to the headquarters, Jiang Cheng was in high spirits. One task had earned him 300,000 in cash and a heavy sniper rifle worth 200,000.
Next, he needed to quickly convert this newly acquired wealth into enhancing his strength. Then, he could continue causing trouble for the Wild Wolf Gang, targeting people like the one surnamed Gao and those behind them.
Killing more gang members wouldn't be very effective as long as these key figures remained.
Alternatively, he could use the gun to hunt down beasts. But with the secret medicine being so expensive, the materials from beasts were likely costly too.
"Cang Hai, the task is complete, and there's something I need to tell you." The Nightengale suddenly spoke up from the back seat.
"Go ahead."
"Are you planning to cause trouble for Gao Songbai?"
"I was thinking about it."
"Don't do it." Nightengale's tone turned serious.
"I understand."
Jiang Cheng smiled slightly, "I know that with my current strength, it's still a challenge to deal with them. I'll wait until I'm stronger and have more confidence before taking action."
"Even if you're confident, it's not an option."
"Why?"
Jiang Cheng realized this matter might not be as simple as he had thought.
"To be honest, I shouldn't be the one telling you this. When you return to headquarters, Bing Li will naturally explain these things. But since there's nothing else going on right now, I'll tell you so you're prepared."
Nightengale's gaze shifted to the window.
"Although the Xuanyuan Society was established to uphold justice and punish evil, it doesn't mean that we can act freely. We can only take action when we receive tasks from above."
Jiang Cheng's eyebrows furrowed.
"But I heard from Bing Li that besides special tasks, each of us only needs to complete one task per month, right?"
"That's correct. Red Tea and I have special identities, mainly responsible for recruiting new members for the Society. As for you, you'll only receive one task per month. Sometimes, there might be special tasks, but those are exceptional cases.
Apart from these two situations, no one is allowed to act on their own. For instance, you can't cause trouble for Gao Songbai or go outside the city to provoke the Iron Fist Gang."
"Why is that?"
Jiang Cheng suddenly recalled the reminder Bai Wei had given him.
"There's no reason. These are the rules, and I hope you'll follow them. Breaking the rules will have severe consequences, even endangering your family."
"If you insist on doing it, don't tell anyone."
"Forget I said that." Nightengale spoke softly.
"I understand. Thank you."
Jiang Cheng knew that Nightengale's last words were a special consideration for him.
"It's nothing."
After saying this, Nightengale fell silent.
But Jiang Cheng's mind suddenly became clear.
Some of the questions that had puzzled him before were now resolved.
For instance, with the Xuanyuan Society's strength, dealing with the Iron Fist Gang should be a matter of minutes, let alone the Wild Wolf Gang.
Yet, the Wild Wolf Gang had collected protection fees for two to three years before being driven out, and that too by another gang, the Iron Fist Gang.
Now, after hearing Nightengale's explanation, he understood.
Perhaps it wasn't that the members of the Xuanyuan Society didn't covet the gangs' profits, but that the Society's rules were strict.
Who to kill and when to kill were decisions made by the upper echelons.
While the targets might indeed be evil, it felt more like disposing of a pawn.
Take Yue Shan, for example. During his rise, most of the wealth he acquired was handed over to those above him. When he fell from grace, he didn't meet a good end, killed by Jiang Cheng. The remaining wealth was also divided between Jiang Cheng and Nightengale.
And where did all this money ultimately end up?
The Dawn Society.
A chill ran up Jiang Cheng's spine. He was almost certain that if the Iron Fist Gang was driven out, their Gang Leader would not go elsewhere but, like Yue Shan, come to the outer borough. The outcome would likely be the same.
However, without the Dawn Society, these people might have lived happier lives than most.
"Don't overthink it," Nightingale seemed to guess what Jiang Cheng was thinking. "Just surviving is enough."
"Mhm," Jiang Cheng acknowledged.
There was probably more to this than met the eye.
But as far as he could tell, the Dawn Society had not wronged him in any way.
They had provided accommodation for his family and given him a well-paid task. The Society also had various items available for exchange.
The targets he killed were indeed villains.
There was nothing to fault.
But...
A glint of determination flashed in Jiang Cheng's eyes.
He realized he couldn't be too honest and must conceal some of his strength. For instance, if he became a Mind Master, it would be best to keep it a secret.
From now on, he couldn't directly purchase Secret Arts and weapons for Mind Masters from the Society. Fortunately, he still had a Black Market token on him.
If he ever found himself in a bind, at least he wouldn't have to meekly wait for death, unable to do anything.
After a while, the two arrived at the headquarters.
Even at night, there were people on duty in the task hall.
Submitting the task.
Soon, professionals arrived to inspect and tally the cash, gold, and jewelry, including the assault rifles.
After a quarter of an hour, Jiang Cheng received a task completion notification, and the task reward precisely offset his previous loan.
Fortunately, the next moment, a transfer of 310,000 appeared in his account.
He could directly purchase items within his access level; clicking confirm would automatically deduct the cost, or he could withdraw cash.
"That's it, then."
Nightingale also received the transfer notification.
"Let's collaborate again if the opportunity arises."
"Okay."
Jiang Cheng smiled.
After seeing her off, he quickly walked up to a machine, inserted his card, clicked a few times, and found the Spirit Soothing Pills.
Basic Spirit Soothing Pills, 1,000 yuan each.
Jiang Cheng bought 200 pills directly.
Seeing the 200,000 yuan displayed in the bottom right corner, Jiang Cheng felt a pang of pain.
He had just received 300,000 yuan, and before he could even warm his hands, he was about to spend two-thirds of it. Anyone would feel the pinch.
But with these 200 Basic Spirit Soothing Pills, the Visualization Technique that would normally take a year or more to master might be accomplished in just two or three days, perhaps even one or two days! Everything would be easier once his spirit energy was enhanced.
"Buy!"
Jiang Cheng clicked, and his account was verified by fingerprint and retina scan.
His account balance instantly became 100,000 yuan.
For the remaining 100,000 yuan, Jiang Cheng hadn't decided what to buy immediately.
He should probably purchase an Iron Wall Talisman, as it could be a lifesaver in critical moments.
The rest of the money might be spent on some better secret medicines.
He also wanted to buy the Green Wood Art, which cost exactly 100,000 yuan.
But he didn't rush to make a decision; he would wait until he finished using the 200 Spirit Soothing Pills.
Jiang Cheng was eager to see how quickly he could master the Visualization Technique.
After all, according to Nightingale, countless people were held back at this very threshold.
(End of Chapter)
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