Chapter 416: Analysis
Chapter 416: Analysis
Chen Chuan reached out and flipped through the pages, continuing to read further. Indeed, there was more information on the pages.
However, as he read on, he couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed.
He had expected to find some information related to the Fourth Limit, but although there were many words on the pages, they were written in a delirious, incoherent, and chaotic manner.
The writing was not engraved like before, but instead, it was written directly with a brush dipped in blood, making it extremely messy and difficult to decipher.
The only clear words he could make out were phrases like "Holy Cave" and "Secret Land," which seemed to indicate that breaking through this level of limit was related to a certain realm.
However, there was no specific information on how to find it, or perhaps it was hidden within the delirious text, something he couldn't possibly understand.
Seeing this, he felt that the value of this information was not significant.
Just as he was about to put it down, he suddenly remembered something and picked it up again. This time, he ignored the text and focused on the faint outline of a landscape formed by the brushstrokes.
Is this... a map? But without any references, how could anyone know where it leads? In the old times, without any other options, one might have attempted to search for it. But now, with a clear path to follow, there was no need for such efforts.
After checking again and finding nothing else hidden, he searched and found a leather suitcase. He carefully wrapped all the items in waterproof cloth, packed them, and then left through the forest on the opposite side of the lake. He walked back across the lake, found his car, placed the items in the back seat, and began his journey back the way he came.
At this moment, in the Yinglu Villa, Huan Jie received a report from her subordinates.
"Huan Jie, Team Two has reported. They may have been discovered by the target. In their recent attempts to approach and monitor the target, they were always discovered in advance by a Resonator."
"Is the Processing Bureau involved?"
"No, based on the use of Boundary Signals, it doesn't seem to be utilizing open resources."
Huan Jie made a decisive decision, "Immediately withdraw all surveillance on the target. From now on, all information regarding the target will be collected indirectly."
She was deeply concerned that this incident might alert Chen Chuan and lead to the involvement of the Processing Bureau.
Although the likelihood was small, if the Processing Bureau did take action, they might be able to find some clues.
Despite their apparent lack of connection, if they were exposed or placed on the Processing Bureau's list, it would be impossible to carry out covert operations.
Just as she finished one call, another came in.
"Huan Jie, our team sent to the edge city to gather information has returned."
Huan Jie immediately responded, "Bring them over."
After a while, another person's voice appeared in the Gateway Device, greeting her respectfully. She asked directly, "What did you find out?"
"We discovered that the target graduated from Yangzhi Wu Yi Academy just a year ago. The target has a significant reputation locally, and many people know about him..."
Huan Jie interrupted, "You can omit those details. Just send the relevant information to my Gateway Device later. I only want to know if you found any records of his previous combat?"
"I'm sorry, Huan Jie, I couldn't find any."
"What happened?"
The person helplessly replied, "All of the target's information is stored in the local Wu Yi Academy's archive room, which is located within the administrative building. I tried to access it several times but failed, and I almost got discovered. Even if I managed to get in, I doubt I could find the necessary information.
So, I could only gather some information from the students, but without specific descriptions, I can't confirm the authenticity."
Huan Jie asked, "If the school doesn't have it, the government must have records of a fighter like him. Did you check there?"
The person said, "I couldn't find anything there either. I can only confirm that the records have been taken away.
"Taken away?"
"Perhaps by a special department or a law firm he hired, but I think it's most likely a government department. The related officials denied knowledge even after receiving money. I felt something was wrong and feared continuing the investigation might cause problems, so I stopped."
Huan Jie didn't blame him; instead, she said, "You did the right thing. It's better to leave things unverified than to alert the government departments of Dushun. Alright, send me the information you gathered."
After a short wait, her Gateway Device received Chen Chuan's activity records in Yangzhi, mostly consisting of battle records. However, among them, one location caught her attention.
"Zhou Yuan's Internal Force?"
This was the rumored Internal Force that Chen Chuan cultivated, which she was unfamiliar with. After some inquiries, she learned about the characteristics of this Internal Force.
Despite her extensive knowledge, she didn't think this Internal Force was inferior.
In theory, as long as the metamorphosis organization's coverage was high enough, this Internal Force could be cultivated, and it could even promote the growth of the metamorphosis organization.
The difference lies in the level of mastery, which is influenced by innate talent and willpower.
Currently, it can be confirmed that Chen Chuan's metamorphosis organization coverage is indeed very high, possibly exceeding eighty percent, which aligns with her judgment.
Even though she was aware of this, she didn't pay it much attention.
Theoretically, this Internal Force technique could simulate various Internal Forces, but theory was just theory.
Given Chen Chuan's age, it was impossible for him to have trained to a very deep level. At most, he would have laid a good foundation, and from then on, he would have focused on certain aspects because even the most talented individuals had to make choices.
Currently, it seemed highly likely that he would focus on enhancing his grappling and free combat, while also paying attention to some Internal Force techniques for bladed weapons, or perhaps even hiding a secret grappling technique.
With this in mind...
She sent her assessment, along with all the information, to the Analysis Team, instructing them, "Use these in conjunction with the previously collected information to perform a tactical simulation."
This was based on the target's past demonstrations of their physical qualities, including strength, speed, endurance, and battle reflexes, taking into account all possible means. Multiple inactive consciousness entities would simulate a virtual image, and then perform a tactical simulation with this target.
Although it was just a simulation and couldn't represent the actual situation, it could help them improve their plan to a certain extent. Nowadays, many companies' external action personnel would conduct such tactical simulations when targeting a difficult opponent.
After waiting for half a day, the results were out, but they weren't very optimistic.
Out of ten simulations, six were failures, and the remaining four were heavily biased towards specific environments. If these were removed, the success rate was actually quite low.
A team member in the Boundary Vessel said, "Huan Jie, every time we fail, it's because the target chooses to retreat when they sense a disadvantage. Once they make that choice, we lack the manpower to forcefully intercept them, so we can't keep them unless the environment allows it."
Huan Jie thought for a moment and said, "What if we add Jiang Huowang?"
The team member was taken aback, "We haven't simulated that... and we don't know his specific situation."
Huan Jie said, "Where is Jiang Huowang now?"
The other side paused for a moment before replying, "He's cultivating at the Listening to the Tide Pavilion on Hui Island."
"I need to meet with Jiang Huowang within three days of finding him."
"Alright."
Meanwhile, after leaving Lulan Lake, Chen Chuan went straight to the mansion that the company had given him. He placed the items he had obtained there.
After coming out, he thought for a moment, turned the steering wheel, and drove towards the Deep Uncharted Zone. Half an hour later, he arrived at an underground combat hall.
This was Lu Xuezhang's combat hall, which he hadn't visited before. The two hadn't been in contact recently, so he decided to drop by.
After parking his car, he entered the combat hall. The signboard and entrance were simple, but the interior was spacious. He took off his shoes and walked in, seeing a group of teenagers shouting and sparring. Lu Fang was on the side, providing protection and guidance.
He observed these teenagers and couldn't help but think of the children in the Lower City District. Regardless of their parents' intentions for sending them to learn combat techniques, in the face of the impending global crisis, this choice might be the right one.
"Chen Chuan?"
Lu Fang noticed Chen Chuan walking in and couldn't help but show a delighted expression. He signaled for the children to take a break, then walked over, "Why are you here? Are you just passing by?"
Chen Chuan said, "I just happened to be free, so I came to see you, Senior Lu."
Lu Fang invited him to sit on the sofa to the side and made him a cup of tea, "I only have regular tea leaves here. I'm not sure if you're used to it, Junior Chen."
Chen Chuan smiled, "I don't usually drink those fine teas." He looked around and said, "Are you here alone, Senior Lu?"
Lu Fang said, "A combat hall doesn't need so many people. The two seniors know that I can manage the daily operations, so they took on some commissions. After all, our combat training expenses are quite high."
Chen Chuan understood. Some employers preferred to use people with no identity but high combat skills. Even if there were problems, they wouldn't be held responsible. These two seniors were perfect for such roles.
He asked, "How's the combat hall business?"
Lu Fang replied, "We have many customers, and business has been good lately. Some gangs even asked us to teach them combat techniques. The two seniors often go, but I don't like them, so I focus on teaching the children."
Chen Chuan looked at the arena, "Most of these children will likely join gangs or become hired thugs, doing dirty work for others. While teaching them combat techniques, I can also impart some principles, which might slightly change their path."
Chen Chuan gazed at the spacious arena, took a sip from his teacup, and smiled, "Senior Lu, it's been a while since we last sparred after that time at the academy."
Lu Fang was initially startled, but then his eyes lit up. He knew that Chen Chuan had reached the Third Limit, and when he mentioned sparring, it meant he wanted to guide him, a rare opportunity.
Lu Fang immediately stood up and said earnestly, "Junior Chen, please guide me."
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