Chapter 182: The Dawn Society's Test
Chapter 182: The Dawn Society's Test
"What?"
Jiang Cheng looked bewildered.
"Hahahaha!"
The crowd burst into laughter.
"It's nothing, just a joke."
"Yeah, something big happened in Ruo Luozi Lane last night. Dozens of Enforcement Bureau officers were killed, all with the same method—a headshot. Some of us suspect it was your doing."
"Oh? What's this about?"
Jiang Cheng was dumbfounded.
"Hahaha, you didn't know? Come, we were just talking about this. Do you want to listen in?"
"Sure."
Jiang Cheng nodded.
Just then, his phone rang.
He took it out and saw that it was a call from Red Tea.
"Sorry, I need to take this."
Jiang Cheng smiled apologetically at the crowd and walked to a corner to answer the call.
"Hello?"
"Little Brother Cang Hai, it's me, Red Tea." Red Tea's cheerful laughter echoed, "How are you? Are you surprised to receive my call?"
"A little bit," Jiang Cheng laughed.
In truth, he had anticipated this.
Ever since that night, everyone had been discussing the incident in Ruo Luozi Lane.
As the person in charge, Bing Li couldn't possibly be unaware.
Perhaps he might even suspect Jiang Cheng.
So when the phone rang, he thought it was Bing Li calling, but...
"Hahaha, I'm really sorry, I've been busy these past few days. I just got back, and you've been at the Dawn Society for several days now. Are you free? Let's meet and chat. If you have any questions, you can ask me."
"Sure."
Jiang Cheng readily agreed, "I just arrived at headquarters. Where are you now, Brother Red Tea?"
"You're here? Good, just come to the office building. I'll wait for you at the entrance."
"Okay, I'll be right there."
Jiang Cheng hung up after speaking.
He furrowed his brows slightly.
He had a feeling that this matter wasn't just a simple act of human concern.
But he wouldn't know the truth until he went there.
After bidding farewell to the crowd, Jiang Cheng headed straight for the office building. From a distance, he spotted a figure standing at the entrance.
The person saw him too and waved.
It was Red Tea.
He approached, patted Jiang Cheng's shoulder, and said with a smile, "It's been a few days. How are you? Are you getting used to life in the Society?"
"It's great. Everyone in the Society is fantastic, and they speak very well too," Jiang Cheng replied with a smile.
"Hahaha, yes, sometimes I envy you guys for being able to stay at headquarters all day. Unlike me, running around everywhere. Let's go inside the conference room."
Red Tea led Jiang Cheng into a conference room, arm around his shoulder.
The two sat down facing each other.
Red Tea surveyed Jiang Cheng and said, "Cang Hai, I've heard the full story about your first mission. Even Nightingale was helpless, but you managed to turn the tide. I knew I didn't misjudge you."
"Brother Red Tea, you're too kind. That time, we also had Nightingale's cooperation."
"You're being modest."
Red Tea smiled, "I heard from Nightingale herself that she was thoroughly impressed by your marksmanship. And these past few days, your reputation within the Society has grown. Everyone knows how skilled you are with a gun. Even if it costs two thousand yuan per hour, they still want to learn from you."
"It's nothing. They just think highly of me," Jiang Cheng said, feeling increasingly puzzled. Could it be that Red Tea wanted to meet him to express concern?
"No need for such modesty. Here, strength is revered. With your prowess, everyone will naturally respect you.
Red Tea paused, then shifted the topic, "Cang Hai, did you hear about the incident that spread outside this morning?"
Jiang Cheng tentatively asked, "Is it about the incident in Ruo Luozi Lane?"
"Yes, it seems you've heard about it too." Red Tea nodded slightly.
"Yes, just now when I came down the elevator, I heard them discussing the incident. When they saw me, they even asked if I was the one who did it," Jiang Cheng said with a wry smile.
Red Tea's expression turned serious, "Cang Hai, tell me honestly, did you really do that?"
Jiang Cheng froze.
His mouth hung open, and his eyes revealed a look of disbelief.
Time seemed to freeze at that moment.
Three seconds later, Red Tea burst into laughter, "Hahaha, I was just joking with you."
"No, Brother Red Tea, why do you also think that I did it, just like everyone else?" Jiang Cheng looked helpless.
"Just because that person's marksmanship is so accurate?"
"I guess so."
Red Tea smiled, "I was just asking casually. As long as it wasn't you, that's fine. I heard that the upper management of the Law Enforcement Bureau has already deployed the Special Operations Unit to track down the culprit."
"Special Operations Unit?"
Jiang Cheng's face showed confusion.
"A group of very powerful guys. Usually, they work in teams of three, and their strength is never below the fifth rank. Even if I met them, I would only be able to turn and run. Cang Hai, if you did that, admit it now, and we'll find a way to resolve this matter."
"..."
Jiang Cheng's expression became even more helpless.
"Hahaha."
Red Tea laughed again.
"I was just teasing you. If you didn't do it, there's nothing to worry about."
"Of course, I didn't do it. I'm not familiar with the people from the Law Enforcement Bureau, and even if there's a conflict, I don't have the ability to take on so many of them by myself."
"Yes, that's what I think too."
Red Tea nodded, "Have you encountered any difficulties in your cultivation? Although I don't cultivate the Shattered Jade Fist, some foundational aspects are common. Tell me about it, and maybe I can give you some inspiration."
"There are indeed difficulties. My spirit energy is too little, and the amount of Primordial Force I can absorb daily is limited. Moreover, the Visualization Technique is too difficult to get into." Jiang Cheng sighed.
Upon hearing this, Red Tea's face showed a bitter smile.
"For the first problem, I can help you. Didn't you complete a task and receive a substantial reward? Just buy some pills to accelerate your spirit energy recovery. As for the second problem, I'm sorry, but I can't help you with that. However, I can talk to Nightingale on your behalf; perhaps she'll agree to help you."
"Really? But isn't Nightingale also very busy? I'll try to figure it out myself first, and if it doesn't work out, I'll go find her."
"That's fine too. When the time comes, call her, or call me, and I'll pass on the message."
Red Tea smiled and agreed.
"Cang Hai, aside from these, do you have any other difficulties? You can tell me anything, and I'll help if I can."
Jiang Cheng thought for a moment and shook his head.
"Not for now."
"Alright, then let's end it here today. If you have any other questions later, you can tell me."
"Mhm."
"Let's go, I'll walk you out."
Red Tea opened the door and saw Jiang Cheng off at the entrance.
After watching him leave, Red Tea turned and walked down the corridor to an office.
He knocked on the door.
"Come in."
Bing Li's voice sounded from inside.
(End of Chapter)
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