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Chapter 456: Homecoming
Chapter 456: Homecoming
As the Gaud Car left the last checkpoint of Central City, the vibrant lights gradually faded into the night behind Chen Chuan and Lu Fang.
After a few minutes, both their interdimensional connectors ceased to function, and they reached up to remove them from above.
Chen Chuan turned on the radio, and lively music filled the air.
"I'm not used to not having the connector anymore," Lu Fang said, looking back. "It feels strange." He sighed, "Unknowingly, it's been over a year."
Turning back, he continued, "I still remember what you told me, Chen. In Central City, without strength, there's no future. You can't do what you want."
"I've been working hard these days," he added. "I believe that one day in the future, I can achieve my goals on my own."
"What stage are you at now, Senior Lu?" Chen asked.
Lu Fang thought for a moment. "I still have a long way to go. Optimistically, I think I'll need at least one or two more years of hard work."
Chen nodded. Typically, it takes three to four years, or even four to five years, to reach the Third Limit at Wu Yi Central City General Academy, regardless of background. These were all talented individuals recommended from various places.
However, this was achievable only with sufficient resources.
Although Lu Fang had received many medications from Chen Chuan, and he was also talented, reaching the Third Limit was not an easy task.
But he had an advantage that others couldn't match—an unwavering will, a pure mind, a strong desire for power, a clear goal, and he was still in his prime.
As long as he didn't encounter any problems, there was a good chance he'd make it big one day.
"Senior Lu, I said something to my classmates when I left school," Chen said.
Lu Fang nodded. "I've heard about it." He looked ahead, gazing at the National Highway stretching into the distance. "There's no limit to what we can achieve," he said with determination.
Chen smiled and stepped on the accelerator. The car sped up, its headlights piercing the darkness, driving forward to the rhythm of the upbeat music.
By 6 AM, as the morning sun shone, they approached Yangzhi City. Chao Ming's high-pitched call echoed through the morning.
Lu Fang gazed out the window at the incoming light. He hadn't felt it before, but now, a strong desire to see his family welled up within him.
The car smoothly passed the checkpoint, leaving behind the salutes of the patrol officers. They drove into the south district of Yangzhi City. Along the way, the sound of firecrackers filled the air, and shops were adorned with festive lanterns and couplets, creating a lively New Year's atmosphere.
"I don't know where Senior Lu lives," Chen said. "Let me send you back."
Lu Fang shook his head. "No need, Chen. Just drop me off at the station, and I'll make my way back."
Chen didn't insist and stopped at a tram station. He helped Lu Fang retrieve his belongings from the trunk and handed him a gift box. "Senior Lu, take this back with you."
Lu Fang was taken aback. "This..."
Chen smiled. "Didn't Senior Lu leave something for me in the trunk too? It's almost New Year's. Happy New Year, Senior Lu."
Lu Fang smiled and accepted the gift without further courtesy. "Thank you, Chen. I'll take you up on that tea offer when I have time during the holidays."
"Just call my house, Senior Lu," Chen said with a smile.
Lu Fang nodded.
After bidding farewell, Chen returned to the car and waved goodbye. He restarted the vehicle and drove towards the Patrol Bureau's residential area.
Having sent a message earlier, Nian Fuli and his aunt expected him to return around this time. So, the family waited at the alley entrance.
Noticing the Gaud Car, Yu Wan's face lit up with joy. She nudged Nian Fuli and said, "Old Nian, Chan is back."
"I see him," Nian Fuli replied.
The car pulled up nearby and stopped. Chen Chuan, dressed in an execution captain's uniform, stepped out. "Little Nian, Auntie, why are you here?"
"It's not far," Yu Wan said. "We wanted to welcome you back."
Nian Fuli examined Chen's uniform, noticing the shoulder insignia. "Little Chuan, you got promoted again?"
He studied the insignia closely. Wow, an execution captain of the Handling Bureau—a two-level promotion, one rank higher than the Inspection Bureau.
In terms of rank, only the Administrative Captain of Yangzhi City was one level higher than Chen Chuan. "Promotions in Central City are so fast," he sighed.
Yu Wan elbowed him. "That's Chan's capability. You think you can get there by flattery?"
"Brother got promoted again," Nian Lu said, looking up. "When will you get promoted, Dad?"
Nian Fuli's gaze lowered. "Did you finish your homework?"
Nian Lu immediately bowed his head and started kicking the ground. Nian Lu raised her hand, "I finished it!"
"Nian Fuli tapped his pipe on Nian Mo's head, "Look at your cousin, then at your sister. Don't just spend all your time playing around."
Chen Chuan smiled and opened the car door, Chao Ming jumped out, and the two little ones exclaimed in excitement, rushing over and circling around Chao Ming.
After fetching some items from the trunk, the family carried their bags and greeted the neighbors in the residential area as they made their way inside.
The neighbors discussed the family after they left.
"Look at the uniform on Little Chuan, it's as grand as a coat. He looks extraordinary, has he been promoted again?"
"What rank is this? Look at the shoulder insignia, it's one star more than the Guanju. Could it be higher than the Guanju?"
"How could that be? Little Chuan is still so young."
"Young?"
Someone scoffed, "That's different. Nian Dakuai's nephew is a Combat Solver from Wu Yi Academy, a student at the Central City General Academy, and the only one from Yangzhi City in the past two years. Moreover, he's working at the Handling Bureau in the Central City, so it's not surprising if he gets promoted quickly."
"The Nian family is going to prosper now."
As Chen Chuan and Yu Wan entered their home, a bright voice suddenly greeted them, "Happy New Year, welcome home."
It was the miniature parrot they had bought last year.
Nian Fuli said, "This little thing never stops talking."
Yu Wan sighed, "You're the one who likes to hear it talk."
After Chen Chuan placed the items on the table and organized them, he distributed the gifts he had prepared for Nian Fuli's family. This time, he gave Nian Fuli a finely crafted mechanical watch.
This item wasn't popular in the lower levels of Central City, but the upper and middle classes enjoyed wearing them, making it an appropriate gift.
In addition to some miscellaneous items, he also brought Yu Wan some skincare products from Qingnang Yufang that he had purchased previously. Although he was no longer a drug tester, his new identity allowed him easier access to such items.
Yu Wan said, "I haven't finished using the last batch yet. You're buying more, so don't waste money on this next time."
Chen Chuan smiled and agreed. He then distributed gifts to his cousins—water guns, skateboards, and some large plush toys.
As he took out each item, he finally produced a neatly folded package and said, "This is for my family."
He didn't reveal its contents, but Nian Fuli understood as soon as he touched it. He instructed Yu Wan, "Little Chuan's gift, take it and keep it safe."
Yu Wan didn't ask further, nodding and taking the package back to store it properly.
The family sat down together, chatting about the events in Central City and Yangzhi City over the past six months. However, it was mostly Chen Chuan sharing news, as Yangzhi hadn't experienced significant changes.
Central City, on the other hand, was a hub of information with its large population and constant emergence of new and interesting things. Even if Chen Chuan hadn't encountered them, he could quickly learn about them through the news channels.
Their conversation continued until noon, and after lunch, Nian Fuli suggested, "Let's go out and walk off our meal."
The two stepped outside, and Nian Fuli asked, "Little Chuan, how did you get promoted again?"
Chen Chuan explained, "The Bureau gave me an opportunity."
Nian Fuli sighed, "You've reached the rank of Executive Captain at such a young age. I can't even imagine how far you'll go in the future." He then asked, "Were those protective suits you gave us earlier?"
Chen Chuan smiled and replied, "They're anti-stab suits produced by Fusion Boundary Company. There's no problem wearing them casually."
Without an Armor Permit, even patrol officers from the Patrol Bureau couldn't wear protective suits outside of their designated tasks, regardless of their rank. However, anti-stab suits were an exception.
This anti-stab suit was slightly higher in protective grade, capable of withstanding small-caliber bullets. In theory, the buyer wouldn't know the exact effectiveness until they used it, so there was no need to worry about any issues.
Nian Fuli immediately understood Chen Chuan's explanation, but he was more concerned about something else. He asked, "Why did you bring these back?"
Chen Chuan answered, "The Bureau informed me that someone had been inquiring about me here. Uncle, since I work at the Handling Bureau in Central City, it's inevitable that I'll offend some powers and individuals."
Nian Fuli, being a captain in the Patrol Bureau himself, understood this well. He said solemnly, "Although Yangzhi City isn't small, everyone in the residential area is familiar with each other. Outsiders can be detected from several streets away, and since Instructor Wen returned, he's been living here in the residential area. You don't need to worry too much about this."
"Is that so?"
Chen Chuan was slightly surprised. If Instructor Wen lived here, there wouldn't be a problem. He said, "I don't know where Instructor Wen lives. Last time I came back, he taught me something. During the New Year, I should go and visit him."
Nian Fuli pointed in a direction, "He's living in the courtyard that used to belong to the Old Company Commander. In the last two days before the New Year, he's probably still at the Bureau. He'll definitely be back on the 30th, so you can visit him at the beginning of the year."
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(End of Chapter)
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