Chapter 599: The Guarantee
Chapter 599: The Guarantee
After the space was sealed, the outside light was also blocked, and the interior of the tree-like structure was plunged into darkness.
After a while, Chen Chuan witnessed a luminescent liquid secreting from the inner wall, quickly coalescing and spreading, forming a glowing film in no time.
Soon, the entire interior space gradually brightened, and in a moment, all that remained was a white, hazy expanse.
This feeling was similar to standing within a rift.
At this moment, he noticed something unusual and couldn't help but look towards his Second Self. There, a faintly ethereal phenomenon appeared, undoubtedly indicating an external infestation.
It seemed his earlier speculation was correct. This test forced the fighters to produce instinctive defensive reactions through intense infestation, and these reactions would genuinely reveal the authenticity of a person's internal situation. If there were any issues, the biological entity might immediately display a corresponding response.
However, he had already merged his Second Self with himself before entering the Emergency Affairs Center, so all these intense infestations were now being endured by his Second Self.
At this moment, those outside were waiting, but this time, the duration of the test seemed unusually long. When Xu Chan went in earlier, it only took a minute or two, but Chen Chuan had been inside for a full five minutes and it still wasn't over.
Moreover, over three minutes ago, everyone saw the biological entity emit a glow, just like when Xu Chan was being tested.
Inside the Security Control Room, the faces of the two representatives from the Parliament were grim.
"No issues? How is that possible? Can you confirm?"
The gentle female voice replied, "The third round of test results indicate that the target has shown no abnormalities."
The two representatives found it hard to accept this result.
According to the current analysis, the person who opened the rift was likely Chen Bitong, and Chen Chuan had been with Chen Bitong during the last period, with evidence suggesting a brief collaboration between them. The suspicion was high, and the Parliament had almost concluded that Chen Chuan had absorbed the Pure Essence.
It was said that this conclusion was drawn from the analysis of an Active Consciousness Entity.
The two representatives had come with the intention of confirming their suspicions, but the test results had overturned everything, rendering their actions unable to proceed.
They knew their superiors wouldn't think they had made a mistake in their judgment; they would only see them as incompetent.
One of them, with a somber expression, said, "The inability to detect issues doesn't mean there aren't any."
The other asked, "What do you suggest we do?"
The man said, "According to the information, this target excels in esoteric rituals. Could this be the effect of an esoteric ritual? I have reason to suspect that this person used an esoteric ritual to avoid detection equipment, so we need further investigation."
He emphasized, "Keep the person here!"
The other representative hesitated, "If there are no apparent issues on the surface, this claim might be hard to justify."
The man, after a slight hesitation, nodded.
Inside the hall, the test finally ended. The tendrils separated from both sides, and Chen Chuan emerged from within, his expression calm and composed.
His smooth exit surprised those who had prior knowledge of the situation, and the security personnel above still hadn't received further orders, so they could only maintain their previous alert posture.
Chen Chuan climbed up from below and nodded to Xu Chan and the others. Originally, he planned to move to the side and leave when the situation seemed appropriate. However, at that moment, a voice called out,
"Captain Chen, please wait a moment."
He turned around and saw Yan Zhiwen approaching. When he reached Chen Chuan, he said, "The Emergency Affairs Center believes there are some areas that require further testing. Please don't leave yet."
Chen Chuan said, "What? Wasn't the previous test enough? When I arrived, I didn't hear any mention of additional areas needing testing."
Yan Zhiwen spoke with a cold firmness, "This is the procedure of the Emergency Affairs Center. Please cooperate, Captain Chen."
"I think there's no need for further testing." A voice came from not too far away.
Yan Zhiwen felt his hairs stand on end. The voice appeared abruptly, and the person had suddenly materialized there, unnoticed by him until now.
He glanced rigidly in the direction of the voice and saw a middle-aged man with a slightly despondent air, his hands in his pockets.
Chen Chuan was taken aback. "Teacher Xue?"
Xue Shou approached and patted Chen Chuan's shoulder, glancing in a certain direction above, and said with a smile, "Chen Chuan is my student. I'm here to vouch for him."
"Mr. Xue..."
Yan Zhiwen recognized him as the fighter from the capital. Standing so close to a fighter, he felt a sense of overwhelming terror.
Although this man appeared friendly and casual, his bio-field spirit was sending frantic alarms, urging him to distance himself from this individual as a self-protection measure.
Not only him, but everyone present had this feeling. As seasoned fighters, they were extremely confident and dedicated to preserving their own lives. However, standing before this person, all of that turned into a negative influence, causing their bodies to instinctively enter a state of stress.
The two representatives of the parliament broke into a cold sweat, their expressions becoming extremely tense. They never expected such a situation to occur.
They were well aware of the weight of a fighter's words, and at this moment, their minds were in disarray, unsure of what to do.
Just then, a detached voice echoed from the Integrity Rift, "Let him leave."
When Xue Shou appeared, the parliament had already received the field domain information and learned of the situation here. With a fighter vouching for him, even if there was truly a problem, they couldn't afford to insist on refuting his face. Moreover, they had already conducted an inspection, and there was indeed no issue. If they continued to pursue the matter, it would be difficult to save face.
The two representatives felt like they had been pardoned, and then they heard the voice say, "Initiate the backup plan."
The two responded quickly and immediately notified Yan Zhiwen, who was still at the scene. Upon receiving the message, Yan Zhiwen efficiently cleared the way and bowed his head, saying, "Captain Chen, you may leave now."
Chen Chuan asked, "So, did my inspection pass?"
Yan Zhiwen replied, "It passed."
Chen Chuan nodded, "Your procedures are very efficient."
At that moment, a gentle female voice spoke, "Please, Execution Captain Lu Huo and Execution Captain Wang Wei Guang, proceed to the South and North Inspection Platforms for inspection."
Captain Wang and Captain Lu glanced at each other and headed towards the platforms.
Xue Shou said, "Chen Chuan, let's go."
Chen Chuan replied, and after greeting Xu Chan, he left with Xue Shou. However, before they reached the exit, an alarm suddenly sounded in the hall.
Chen Chuan was slightly surprised and turned to look. He saw a tree-like being on the northern inspection platform, emitting bursts of red light from within.
Yan Zhiwen's expression changed, and he immediately jumped down, while the guards on the surrounding floors aimed their guns downwards.
The tree-like being's tendrils parted, and Captain Wang emerged with a grim expression. The female voice said, "Execution Captain Wang Wei Guang, for unauthorized absorption of prohibited substances, please stand in place to receive punishment. If you resist, you will be executed on the spot."
Captain Wang, seeing Yan Zhiwen in front of him and the numerous gun barrels aimed at him from above, spread his hands to indicate his surrender.
"Captain Wang..."
Those who knew him looked on with puzzled and uncomprehending gazes, some even with a hint of schadenfreude. Only Xu Chan gave him a deep look, and when Captain Wang met his gaze, he lowered his head.
The guards quickly stepped forward, restrained Captain Wang, and swiftly removed him from the scene.
On the other side, Chen Chuan witnessed this, and at that moment, the elevator door in front of him slowly opened. Xue Shou tilted his head inside and said, "Let's go."
Chen Chuan didn't look back and followed him into the elevator. After the door closed, they headed downwards.
Xue Shou said, "Did you see it?"
Chen Chuan replied, "It was too obvious."
Xue Shou smiled, "Get used to it, you'll see more of this in the future."
Almost simultaneously, Captain Wang was brought to the interrogation room and then locked to a restraining wall.
Yan Zhiwen took a few steps back and said to him, "Captain Wang, I'm afraid I have to inconvenience you for a moment."
Captain Wang raised his head, his previous grimness and anxiety replaced by calmness. "What's next?"
Yan Zhiwen brought over a paper document and held it up in front of him, "Just follow what's written here."
Captain Wang glanced at it and memorized the content, "I understand, I'll cooperate."
Outside the building, Xue Shou led Chen Chuan out. He looked up at the bright sky and said, "Chen Chuan, I need to return to the capital city in the near future. But since I promised to teach you for half a year, I will keep my word. So, I'll be back after some time."
Chen Chuan thought to himself, hoping that 'some time' wouldn't turn into years. He said, "I'll remember that, teacher."
Xue Shou acknowledged with a sound, then said, "Before I leave, I'll teach you a little trick to block the leakage of information from the spiritual aspect. With this method, it will be harder for others to detect you."
But you should know that inspection is just a means to an end. There are many ways to achieve your goals, so it's best not to give them a chance."
As he spoke, he patted Chen Chuan on the shoulder, leaving a spiritual imprint.
"Practice it carefully when you get back. I'll check on your progress when I return."
Teacher Xue smiled and walked away with his hands in his pockets, blending into the bustling crowd on the street after a few steps.
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(End of Chapter)
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