Chapter 484: Compensation
Chapter 484: Compensation
Chen Chuan returned to his car and drove towards the bureau.
Around 1 p.m., he arrived at the Bureau of Handling and parked his car outside the building, entering the office under the salutes of the security personnel on both sides.
Inside Ni Xianxi's office, she handed him a document and said, "The Skywheel Corporation initially had a condition for compensation, asking you to personally guarantee that you won't take any hostile actions against them in the future. But we rejected their request."
Ni Xianxi crossed her arms and gave a cold laugh. "It's ridiculous that you, as the victim, have to endure restrictions from the attackers. They can keep pushing this if they dare, continuing their fight with United Security Transport to see who suffers the greater loss."
Chen Chuan glanced at the document, which mainly concerned some issues with the compensation terms. He looked up and asked, "So, what are they planning to do now?"
"After negotiations, they finally agreed to pay in installments, which is probably their main objective. As for why they want to pay in installments..."
Ni Xianxi scoffed, "The Skywheel Corporation probably thinks that if you want the subsequent payments, you won't target them."
Chen Chuan placed the document back on the table and said, "Let's put the compensation aside for now. I want to hear the Skywheel Corporation's explanation. Why did they attack me? Is there a specific reason?"
Ni Xianxi replied, "According to them, the woman you killed during the escort mission with Meng Shu back to the Central City, known as Huan Jie, was a close partner and assistant to one of their high-ranking executives. Their relationship was complicated, and after her death, the executive developed a strong desire for revenge against you.
Ignoring the company's warnings, he used personal connections to hire a fighter from overseas to target you."
Chen Chuan knew this was just a perfunctory explanation, as it didn't address why Lei Jingli was also a target. The real reason might be more significant, which is why they are reluctant to disclose it.
It seems the Skywheel Corporation hasn't abandoned their original intentions; they are merely postponing due to external pressure.
Chen Chuan thought for a moment and asked, "There's another issue. The attacker claimed to be a fighter from the Wave Pavilion overseas, and I'd like to know how the bureau plans to handle this?"
Ni Xianxi responded, "We sent people to inquire, and the Wave Pavilion stated that they only guide their disciples' fighting cultivation and never interfere with their personal actions."
She shook her head, her expression turning solemn. "Regarding the Wave Pavilion, while we can pressure them, it's challenging to make them yield.
The Wave Pavilion isn't an ordinary fighting hall; their fighters are widespread in the overseas and Inland Land, and many skilled fighters have emerged from there. The Pavilion holds a revered status among numerous overseas fighters.
After the New Era, the Wave Pavilion actively adopted new technologies, forming an elite armed force under its command.
If we were to pressure them, the administrative resources required would be immense. Even if we could force them to temporarily back down, some fighters who view the Wave Pavilion as a spiritual belief might resort to extreme actions, which is not something we desire."
Chen Chuan understood. The Wave Pavilion was akin to the Wu Yi Academy overseas, possessing its independent armed force.
For such an armed violent organization, unless one is determined to eradicate them with military might, the only option is indirect political pressure, which is bound to be ineffective.
This wasn't an issue. Since the attacker confronted him as a fighter, he could visit the Pavilion as a fighter in the future.
Ni Xianxi tapped on the interdimensional connector, and a document appeared. "Here's the first installment of 200,000 Jianzhi coins from the Skywheel Corporation. Our advocate has reviewed it, and it's all in order. If you're still concerned, you can have your private advocate examine it. There are two more installments after this."
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment and signed the document. He looked up and said, "Sister Ni, please deposit this money into the bureau's account."
The total sum of these three payments was around 600,000 coins, similar to a bonus he once received from Fusion Border. It was evident that the Skywheel Corporation was being perfunctory or even reluctant to offer him more.
Chen Chuan didn't intend to accept this money, at least not yet. He planned to collect the debt from the Skywheel Corporation, with interest, at a later time.
Moreover, he didn't need the money at present. His cultivation primarily required special medications provided by Fusion Border, and aside from purchasing medicine and fuel, he had minimal expenses.
If he took the money directly, there might be people within the bureau who would be envious or suspicious. Instead, he could use the Skywheel Corporation's money to build relationships and repay the favor.
Ni Xianxi asked, "Chen, are you sure about this?"
Chen Chuan confirmed, "I am."
Ni Xianxi joked, "If it were me, I wouldn't let go of such a large sum so easily. I could buy a new car with that money." Then she turned serious, "Chen, I know you don't want to settle this matter so quickly. The bureau won't let it go either. Just don't be impulsive; there will be opportunities."
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He feels that the sponsorship he receives is a given, and he believes that the Handling Bureau owes him a favor.
But the higher-ups treasure him as if he could produce another talent like you, Chen Xiao. I've coordinated with numerous students in the Handling Bureau over the years, and I've never seen a second one like you."
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This was just in time, and he headed to the Logistics Department to retrieve the repaired longsword and a finely crafted scabbard they had prepared. After expressing his gratitude, he left the Handling Bureau and drove back to his residence in Wu Ding District. He placed the sword in a designated rack in the collection room, admiring it for a while before leaving.
Upon returning to the academy, he continued his previous cultivation, striving to master the Hammer Refinement Method and seeking guidance from Teacher Xue on the next step in his cultivation journey.
Time flew by, and it was soon the end of February, another rest day.
The musical drama was being held in the Radiant Light District, so he didn't take the Cadillac, but instead drove the Silver Lightning.
He had never driven it out before, and aside from the subsequent maintenance hassles, the main concern was that once he took it out, it might not remain his for long.
However, in the Radiant Light District, he didn't need to worry about that for now.
When he arrived at Tan Zhi's residential compound, Pan Xiaode and Qi Huixin had already arrived, and they greeted him upon seeing him. Pan Xiaode shook his hand enthusiastically, "Chen, it's been a while since we last saw you."
Tan Zhi said, "Chen, with great power comes great responsibility."
Pan Xiaode expressed some frustration, "I should've sparred with you earlier. Now that you're a Third Limit Combat Solver, I can't compete with you anymore."
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Pan Xiaode's eyes lit up, eager to try, "Really?"
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"Yes!"
Pan Xiaode turned to Qi Huixin, "Huixin, let's do this together." Qi Huixin nodded, assuming a serious demeanor as she stood by his side.
Sparring with a Third Limit Combat Solver was a rare opportunity, and their families had also hired such solvers, but due to the status and identity gap, these solvers would never engage in friendly competition with them.
As for the teachers they had hired, they would only provide guidance and not directly spar with them, as the vast difference in skill made the sparring meaningless.
They used to think it was because these solvers lacked the ability, but now they realized it was more about controlling their strength.
Pan Xiaode then looked at Tan Zhi, "Tan, what about you?"
Tan Zhi waved his hand, "I'll pass."
If it were a dance competition, he was confident he could be the brightest star, but when it came to combat, he didn't share their enthusiasm. He would rather avoid it if possible, especially since the evaluation score was a line that kept him in check.
Pan Xiaode and Qi Huixin duo took this opportunity very seriously. They started warming up and then consumed several nutrient gels.
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