Chapter 602: The Approach
Chapter 602: The Approach
After leaving the Combat Gym, Chen Chuan drove his vehicle out.
Chen Bitong's final plea contained a lot of meaning.
Although he didn't ask Chen Chuan to do anything specific, he gained Pure Essence and learned two Fist Energy techniques from Chen Bitong, as well as receiving guidance and teachings in other areas.
He was very grateful for this favor.
Therefore, he was willing to take care of Chen Xiaojin within his capabilities.
Chen Bitong's sacrifice was in name, but the Pure Essence leak would surely cause dissatisfaction among those in power. Although they might not be interested in Chen Xiaojin, their subordinates might engage in despicable acts.
By showing his willingness to protect Chen Xiaojin, he could deter these people.
At that moment, he felt like someone was looking at him, and among them, there seemed to be a pair of familiar eyes. But before he could look back, they averted their gaze.
A thought crossed his mind. A few days ago, he heard that Fang Zhixin, who had been captured, was rescued on the way, so they couldn't extract any information from him.
He had a feeling that the person who had been watching him just now was Fang Zhixin.
Only Fang Zhixin would be concerned about Chen Xiaojin.
Apparently, he was also worried about Chen Xiaojin coming to the Combat Gym alone, so he wanted to secretly protect him.
Since Chen Bitong's matter had been categorized, Fang Zhixin, who was nominally his assistant, wasn't on the wanted list. Only a covert search was underway, and since the Special Action Task Force had taken over this case, it had nothing to do with the Processing Bureau. So, he pretended not to notice.
At this moment, he found the contact for Ji Pei and spoke into it, "Gao Ming, I'm coming to you now."
He had already informed Gao Ming the day before that he wanted to meet today to discuss some matters. So, after leaving Shen Wei District, he headed towards Wei Guang District.
Before Shengmu split, he had informed Gao Ming in advance, so during that time, Gao Ming had been staying in a law firm located in Wei Guang District.
This area had the strongest security, receiving the most thorough protection from start to finish. During that time, he saw countless Rift and ubiquitous bugs.
Upon arriving at the office building where they had met previously, Chen Chuan parked his car, took the elevator to the 70th floor, and entered the designated reception room, where Gao Ming was already waiting.
Chen Chuan walked towards the meeting table near the floor-to-ceiling window and sat down in the chair opposite Gao Ming.
At that moment, an airship flew past the window, and as it passed through the colorful light screens, it created a stunningly beautiful sensation.
He glanced at the freshly brewed hot tea on the table and said, "A few days ago, I participated in the Emergency Operations Center's inspection. On the surface, it was to determine if we had been infected by external forces, but the real purpose was something else.
The higher-ups were after a substance that various governments and companies had sealed away, and they wouldn't allow such a substance to leak out."
Gao Ming pushed up his glasses and said, "Can you be more specific, cousin?"
Chen Chuan nodded and explained the details about Pure Substance, including the attitude of the higher-ups towards it, and the situation he encountered during the inspection. He didn't hold anything back.
Although he didn't reveal everything, he believed Gao Ming would understand once he learned about the whole process.
After listening, Gao Ming said, "Since you were the last person to see Chen Bitong, the Municipal Parliament, well, they assume that only you, cousin, might have obtained Pure Substance. So, they arranged this inspection.
Whether or not you obtained it, we need to make an assumption, well, just an assumption."
He smiled and said, "Let's assume you've obtained Pure Substance and gained the qualification to reach a higher Limit. But with the strict regulations above, even if you advance to a higher Limit in the future, you'll need a reasonable explanation for the source of the Pure Substance you acquired.
Perhaps by then, your strength will have become very powerful, but I think we still need such a reason."
Chen Chuan nodded, "That's right."
Even if he achieved the Fourth Limit, his strength wouldn't be comparable to what it is now, and it would be impossible for him to fight against the entire world alone. The source of the Pure Substance he used would be an unavoidable question.
Unless he was willing to leave and never return, but that wasn't the best choice. He didn't think reaching the Fourth Limit was the true peak, and he still wanted to see the scenery from an even higher place.
Gao Ming crossed his hands in front of his abdomen and smiled, "So, there's only one question left. Cousin, if you don't want to sign the agreement but still want to obtain Pure Substance, what should we do? According to your description, Fusion Ground might have it, but the specific situation is unclear, and we lack the basis for judgment. But I guess it's not that simple. The teacher you mentioned, Chen, is very powerful, but he has never obtained Pure Substance from there. Does that mean this path is equally challenging?"
Chen Chuan felt it was very difficult because Pure Substance was so important. Even if Fusion Ground had it, they would undoubtedly treat it as a strategic resource, so those without connections shouldn't even think about it.
"While it may seem that Chen Bitong has no chance at all, that's not entirely true.
Chen Bitong has been guarding the World Ring for twenty years, and his loyalty to his duties makes it impossible for him to compromise with those on the other side. As time went on, his considerations likely expanded beyond just himself.
Gao Ming continued, 'There are only two ways to obtain Pure Essence, through governments and corporations.'
But I remember you once told me that there are some ancient lineages still in existence, and these lineages might have their own Martial Artists.
For example, the Lang Tao Gym that you visited last time, which is said to have Martial Artists. Nowadays, even the Central City doesn't have it, and there's no way to obtain Pure Essence. So, can we assume that they have it in their possession?
You mentioned that Pure Essence was scattered around the world in ancient times. Therefore, we can infer that any lineage or major power that has survived from that era to the present day is likely to possess such things.
Perhaps obtaining Pure Essence from them is also a way, even though it seems difficult, it's still less challenging than acquiring it from governments or corporations.
If you, Uncle, have already obtained Pure Essence, well, this is still a hypothetical situation, but as long as you can get a little more from those places, you don't need much, just a little bit is enough. You only need a clear record of the source, and the rest is not important."
Chen Chuan couldn't help but nod; Gao Ming's words made sense.
In the past, there were more than twenty gyms in the outside world, but now only three remain. It's highly likely that these three still have Pure Essence.
However, once the outside world is sealed off, these Pure Essences will eventually run out. Without their own Central City and large enterprises, they will inevitably decline.
This is why he can understand why some of these gyms support the Ferris Wheel Corporation to some extent.
Only when the Ferris Wheel Corporation becomes powerful enough and joins the Alliance, there might be a chance to obtain these things.
Gao Ming said, 'I think, aside from this, there are other methods that might work.
Recently, I saw a piece of news. With the demise of the Ferris Wheel Corporation, the Government Hall wants to support a new company to take over its business.
The Government Hall's intention is to establish a new enterprise or separate the business and assign it to other deeply cooperative enterprises instead of handing it over to the Canglong Corporation and Yongyuan Exploration Group.
This is to prevent these two companies from becoming too powerful, even if they are also national enterprises.
Hypothetically, I say hypothetically, if the Fusion Boundary Corporation, where you work, could take over a portion of the business or even take it over entirely, then as the company expands, you might have a chance to obtain Pure Essence.
But this is just an example, and there are many difficulties and uncertainties to overcome.
I just want to say that although the acquisition of Pure Essence seems impossible on the surface, if it's only for personal gain and not for some higher, nobler goal, there are still some gaps that can be exploited."
Chen Chuan nodded slowly, agreeing. In fact, there was another way, a method many Martial Artists had attempted—crossing over to the other side of the World Ring.
However, this method was too dangerous, and unless absolutely necessary, he wasn't prepared to take that path.
Gao Ming picked up his teacup, took a sip, and didn't put it down. Instead, he held it in his hand, and his face showed a hint of seriousness.
'Uncle, there's one more thing. I think you should start considering this now. In the future, when you break through and attain a higher position, if you keep moving forward and upward, you will come into contact with more people and compete with more powers and individuals.
Not to mention, there's also the Great Collision after that.
Even if your personal combat power is exceptionally high, Uncle, it's impossible for you to do everything alone, as you might be up against a company or a powerful group.
Uncle, when fighting against them, you need not only support from above and around you but also your own power and its extension below.'
He pushed his glasses up the bridge of his nose, 'Yangzhi is naturally your base, Uncle.
Over the years, you could say that you are the highest-ranking official to have come out of Yangzhi. Everyone who comes from Yangzhi will naturally gravitate towards you.
I suggest that in the future, you find a way to bring more people from Yangzhi to the Central City and support them. This doesn't conflict with your advancement; a group with shared interests and goals will progress more comfortably than a single person.'
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment. 'I understand. Thank you, Gao Ming. I'll carefully consider your suggestions.'
He stayed there for a while, drinking tea and chatting about lighter topics, before eventually leaving the office building.
Once seated in the car, he rested his hand on the steering wheel and thought deeply. Gao Ming's suggestions could be considered gradually, but the most pressing issue at hand was still how to solve the problem of Pure Essence acquisition.
For now, the most appropriate and feasible method seems to be obtaining it from those ancient lineages, and the first one that came to his mind was the Pure Sect.
(End of Chapter)
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