Chapter 390: Advancement and Communication
Chapter 390: Advancement and Communication
Within half an hour of Chen Chuan's return, the security personnel outside the estate received their rewards, and those who excelled even received promotions, further boosting their morale and dedication to their work.
After all, salary increases and promotions not only provide tangible benefits but also boost morale, which is more uplifting than any drug injection.
This time, due to Chen Chuan's meticulous planning, everyone reacted swiftly when the incident occurred, and they arrived at the field firing point almost immediately. The perimeter was entirely entrusted to the biological weapons, so there were no casualties after the event, which further boosted their high spirits. They felt they could handle another raid without issue.
Chen Chuan exited the residence and nodded to the security guard at the entrance before returning to his own villa. He put down his broken gun, flipped through the communication directory of the Boundary Point, and contacted Zou Handan of the Venom Snake Sect. "Mr. Zou, thank you for your previous support and information."
Since the Viper Team split from the Venom Snake Sect, the simplest way to understand them, apart from obtaining information from the Processing Bureau, is to inquire with the Venom Snake Sect. Of course, the Venom Snake Sect provides surface information for free, but anything more in-depth requires payment, which is naturally covered by the Processing Bureau.
This includes the information he received on how to handle the problematic ingredients in the shipment and the daily necessities, which the Venom Snake Sect also provided solutions for.
Mr. Zou replied, "Mr. Chen, you're too kind. I hope you'll consider our business in the future."
Chen Chuan said, "I'll visit when I have the chance."
He had previously seen that the Venom Snake Sect also offers various services for Tier Three Combatants, including higher-level strengthening serpent drugs and rituals for cleansing toxins and external infections, which aligns with their original secret sect identity. It might be worth checking out.
After expressing his gratitude, Chen Chuan ended the call, tidied up briefly, took a quick shower, changed into casual attire, and sat down to slowly sip a cup of refreshing tea.
This recent confrontation with several Tier Three Combatants was no easy feat. If not for the detailed information and well-planned tactics, the outcome could have been very different.
Furthermore, if Xu Xianwen had been with his team members, he would have had to resort to a defensive strategy. While it's uncertain how many he could have saved, Xu Xianwen would likely have been able to retreat unscathed.
However, as the leader of the team, Xu Xianwen has accumulated substantial wealth. Despite his strength, he shouldn't be expected to act as a frontline combatant. Instead of devising ways to complete the mission, he chose to retreat and continued to do so.
Chen Chuan gained valuable combat experience from this encounter, and the insights he gathered in recent days were thoroughly mastered. He also developed an alternative method to observe his opponents.
Most significantly, his Second Self experienced another substantial advancement, and the fusion time alone reached nine days. His Second Self was rapidly approaching the strength of his original self during his Tier Two period.
However, Chen Chuan sensed that as his Second Self approached the strength of his original self, the rate of advancement slowed.
But once strength reaches a certain level, even a slight increase is immensely beneficial. Chen Chuan remained patient, knowing that as long as he continued on this path, he would gradually improve.
After experiencing an intense battle, Chen Chuan decided to rest instead of training. He leisurely finished his tea, and just then, Ni Qianqian contacted him.
"Chen, you've done it all! The bureau won't need to form a Viper Squad to eliminate the Viper Team. You deserve an award and a salary increase."
Chen Chuan agreed, "I think so too."
Ni Qianqian chuckled and added, "I wanted to inform you that your position remains unchanged, but your rank will be promoted. Normally, it would take at least a year, but Director Wu has approved it immediately. After all, this operation was flawlessly executed."
Chen Chuan nodded, "Please convey my thanks to Director Wu on my behalf."
"I will. But when you return, it's best to thank Director Wu in person. Well, I've delivered the message, so you can rest now."
Chen Chuan acknowledged and ended the call. He then picked up a book and moved to the window, enjoying the view of the crimson maple grove while slowly flipping through the pages.
The afternoon passed leisurely, and in the evening, Yan Yi contacted him through the Boundary Point with an urgent matter to discuss.
"I'll be right there," he replied.
Exiting the villa, he arrived at the main estate's living room, where Meng Shu and Yan Yi were seated. Yan Yi wore a serious expression, and Chen Chuan asked, "What's the matter?"
"Yan Yi stood up and spoke, "Mr. Chen, I just received a message from Master Meng, saying that he wants to meet Miss Meng tomorrow, but didn't specify the matter."
Chen Chuan's gaze flickered, and he asked, "Are you sure it's him?"
Yan Yi nodded solemnly, "It's indeed Master Meng. Although it's not a direct message from him, the information came from someone very close to him, and the communication method used is the private signal between Miss Meng and him. It's just that..."
At this moment, her thoughts were to remain unmoved. If Meng Huang couldn't handle them, the longer the time dragged on, the more it would benefit them, allowing them to wait for changes in the situation.
As the leader of the company, Meng Lei couldn't possibly be unaware of this matter, yet now he was calling them over, which undoubtedly indicated one thing...
"Master Meng might be getting involved in this matter," she frowned, "but this goes against Master Meng's usual approach. We can't be certain of his true intentions..."
This could be a good thing, but the possibility of an unexpected outcome couldn't be ruled out.
Meng Shu looked at Chen Chuan. Since she had entrusted the security issue entirely to him, she would maintain absolute trust. If Chen Chuan decided not to go, she wouldn't go either.
Although this decision might potentially shake her position as the heir, she remembered a phrase her grandfather, Meng Lei, had once said to her. At critical moments, when you truly don't know what to choose, trust the reliable person. Their opinions are often more dependable than your own thoughts.
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment. The situation was complex, and he needed to consult with the bureau. Moreover, he sensed that since the leader of the Meng family had made this move, he must have considered the consequences of this action.
Chen Chuan said, "I'll step out for a moment."
Meng Shu and Yan Yi understood his intention and nodded in agreement.
After leaving the main residence, Chen Chuan contacted the bureau and reported the intelligence. Soon, a response arrived.
"Executor Chen, please locate a secure boundary point nearby."
Chen Chuan glanced at the boundary point below the estate, the very spot where the Viper Team had placed the field domain interference organism. He walked out of the estate and stepped onto the boundary point. As he reconnected with the bureau, a massive light curtain unfolded, revealing the figures of Director Wu and Deputy Director Fang.
Deputy Director Fang spoke, "Executor Chen, due to the fluid nature of the situation, we'll keep this brief."
His voice grew serious, "After our discussion, we believe Miss Meng Shu should make the trip."
Director Wu added, "Supporting Miss Meng Shu's bid for the heir position and securing the inheritance rights are crucial.
You've done an excellent job so far. At this juncture, everyone knows that Meng Huang has just suffered a major setback. Apart from his closest allies, others will undoubtedly choose to observe the situation."
Director Wu continued, "By inviting Miss Meng Shu over at this time, Meng Lei has, to some extent, shown a bias towards her. This will enhance her status and reputation within the Meng family and the company."
He paused, "If our guess is correct, he might be coordinating with us."
Chen Chuan considered this. These assumptions relied on Meng Lei's intentions being genuine. But was this truly the case? He asked, "Can we confirm that Meng Lei hasn't been controlled?"
Deputy Director Fang replied, "We had similar suspicions before, but after further verification, we can rule out that possibility.
However, Meng Lei is highly likely to be aware of Meng Huang's situation. For the sake of the company's overall stability, he made certain concessions, granting some power to Meng Huang while also establishing another heir. This prevented everyone from siding with Meng Huang."
Director Wu said, "Executor Chen, with the Viper Team eliminated, Meng Huang's remaining forces are significantly weakened. We can afford to take risks, and this move is worth attempting."
He spoke in a low voice, "However, this still depends on Miss Meng Shu's decision. You can inform her of our analysis, as this matter isn't without risks."
Deputy Director Fang explained, "Since we haven't obtained concrete evidence of Meng Huang's collusion with the other side, we can't take action against him yet.
Based on our assessment of Meng Huang, this matter might provoke him. If he reacts excessively, there's a chance the hidden entity will be exposed."
Director Wu added, "We've made the necessary preparations. Currently, we've placed Meng Huang's residence, the Fusion Boundary, and the Ferris Wheel Corporation under strict surveillance.
If Miss Meng Shu makes a decision, we'll dispatch a team to follow you. At the very least, you won't have to worry about anything on the road."
Director Wu continued, "But once you reach Meng Lei's estate, we won't be able to enter due to the high-security level. In case of emergencies, we authorize you to use extreme measures."
Chen Chuan contemplated for a moment, then nodded. "If this is the bureau's arrangement, I'll make sure to convey these words to Miss Meng Shu clearly."
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(End of Chapter)
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