Chapter 778: The Calm Before the Storm
Chapter 778: The Calm Before the Storm
Xu Chan swiftly struck down Yan Zhiwen with a single blow, taking a few steps back as the latter's body lost its strength and collapsed forward. The back of Yan Zhiwen's head hit the ground with a loud thud, revealing a gaping wound that was clearly fatal.
At this moment, the armed personnel from the Emergency Task Center, as well as Captain Lv and his team, were all stunned. Neither side had anticipated that the battle would be decided in a single exchange.
Xu Chan shook his hand, sheathing his thin sword, and silently observed the corpse on the ground.
Yan Zhiwen was indeed powerful, perhaps even stronger than Xu Chan, but in combat, it wasn't solely about strength. Experience and adaptability also played crucial roles.
While there was a gap between them, it wasn't enough for a complete one-sided victory.
However, the difference lay in Xu Chan's mindset. Having just returned from the battlefield, he approached this fight with the same life-or-death intensity, while Yan Zhiwen's mindset hadn't adjusted to the new reality. Despite his talk of coercion and regulations, he failed to realize that while the external war had ended, an internal one had already begun.
This subtle difference ultimately decided the outcome.
The armed personnel from the Emergency Task Center were all filled with shock and uncertainty. Although their guns were still aimed at the enemy, not one of them dared to pull the trigger.
They were well aware of Yan Zhiwen's capabilities, and if even he was killed in a single move, what was the point of firing now? If Xu Chan was willing to kill Yan Zhiwen without hesitation, he could just as easily turn his weapon on them.
Yan Zhiwen's deputy, in a state of panic, immediately reported the incident to the Emergency Task Center, which then informed the Municipal Parliament, specifically the members overseeing such matters.
The parliament members were astonished to learn that Xu Chan had directly killed Yan Zhiwen. They were perplexed, wondering where Xu Chan had found such audacity. Instead of pursuing the matter further, they became apprehensive, questioning if this action had been sanctioned by the Government Hall. Were the authorities planning some sort of move against them?
They promptly contacted the parliament and checked various aspects, but found no anomalies in either the Government Hall or the Defense Department.
Realizing it was a false alarm, they swiftly issued an official order to apprehend and arrest Xu Chan and his group for violating Central City regulations and killing law enforcement officers. They also labeled Chen Chuan as the instigator of the incident and used this to stir up public opinion throughout Central City.
Meanwhile, in the Handling Bureau, Wang Weiguang remained in the main hall, awaiting news from the Municipal Parliament.
He had come here at the parliament's request to escort Han Fu out and help restore his authority.
Although Han Fu was detained and stripped of all his duties and powers, the process was not yet complete. After all, removing someone of his stature required a minimum of one month, even for any Investigation Director.
Since less than half a month had passed since the start of the process, Han Fu technically still held his position. If he were released, he could theoretically regain his authority.
However, this was merely theoretical. With An Dun in place, as long as Chen Chuan's authority remained intact, the evidence and confessions submitted would stand. Unless a higher authority or special evidence emerged to overturn all the aforementioned evidence and halt the review process, a reversal was impossible.
Therefore, Wang Weiguang held little hope for a positive outcome.
Nonetheless, he understood that the Handling Bureau's last director was still absent and might never return. Currently, Zou Jin Xing, like himself, was an executive captain, and neither could control the other. If the higher-ups were removed, Wang Weiguang, with his current strength, might even be able to become the new Investigation Director.
From this perspective, Han Fu's removal might not be entirely negative.
Just then, An Dun's voice suddenly rang out: "Captain Wang, your application to meet with Han Fu has been approved. You may proceed now."
Wang Weiguang was surprised. Could it really be possible? He instructed his squad members to remain above while he took the elevator down to the underground detention area. After passing several security checks, he entered Han Fu's cell.
He gazed upon Han Fu, who was hanging on the wall, his emaciated body resembling a skeleton. A sense of sorrow filled Wang Weiguang as he approached.
"How did you get in here?" Han Fu slowly lifted his head, his bloodshot eyes devoid of eyelids. The intensity of his stare sent a chill down Wang Weiguang's spine.
Wang Weiguang steadied himself and smiled, saying, "Director Han, you must trust in the power of the Municipal Parliament. If they want me to see you, I will see you."
He revealed a meaningful smile, stepped forward, and pulled a tube from his arm, implanting it into Han Fu's body. A blood-red liquid, like blood, flowed into Han Fu.
Han Fu's body convulsed, but at the same time, his shriveled heart began to swell, and his entire body started regenerating bit by bit.
As the medicinal liquid was fully administered, Wang Weiguang swiftly pulled the tube out and took a few steps back, saying, "This new drug provided by the Union can aid in your rapid recovery. A fighter can only use it once in their lifetime, but I believe Director Han's emergence will ensure you won't need it again."
After several minutes, Han Fu's convulsions ceased, and his muscles, tendons, and transformed tissues gradually regenerated. He lifted his head and asked, "What's the situation outside now?"
"Well, the Chen Director who captured you went to the Fusion Zone and hasn't returned yet. Director Wu's quarantine review period isn't over, so Director Zou Jin Xing is currently overseeing daily operations..."
Han Fu, the former director of the Handling Bureau, knew exactly what this implied. His eyes flickered as he snapped the shackles on his feet with a burst of energy, followed by the handcuffs. He then dropped down from above.
His skin was still regenerating, making him look like a blood-red mummy, an even more chilling sight.
Wang Zuo raised his hand and flicked a glass tube towards Han Fu, saying, "The Parliament asked me to deliver this to you, Director Han."
Han Fu caught it and asked, "What is this?"
"Of course, you deserve a reward for all you've done for the Parliament."
Han Fu examined the tube, and his eyes lit up with a hint of surprise and joy. Pure Substance?"
"Yes!"
Wang Weiguang smiled, "So, following the Municipal Parliament is the only way to rise."
Han Fu didn't respond, but his actions were swift. He went to the bottle seal and poured the Pure Substance down his throat.
The Pure Substance seemed to accelerate his recovery, and in less than no time, his body was fully restored, although his new skin appeared somewhat pale. A unique radiance shone in his eyes.
He slowly raised his hand, and a faint glow emanated from it.
Spiritual Perception!
Wang Weiguang was astonished and apprehensive at this sight, taking a step back. "Director Han, this..."
Han Fu stared at the faint glow, knowing that with his cultivation progress, he was just a hair's breadth away from Spiritual Perception, lacking only resources and a certain mental energy.
But this time, after being physically and mentally tempered, he had recovered his body with medication and the Pure Substance, allowing him to surpass this level in one go.
The gap in the World Ring also played an indispensable role, enabling him to more easily harness that power. Once he became familiar with it, he could even control it with his eyes closed.
He recalled the scene where Chen Chuan had brutally beaten him, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes. If he were the Han Fu of now, the outcome would have been vastly different.
Wang Weiguang composed himself and said, "Congratulations, Director Han. The Parliament sent me to assist you in taking control of the Handling Bureau. Should we gather our forces and take action now?"
"Currently, no one in the Bureau trusts me. According to you, my subordinates should all be in custody," Han Fu replied.
"I believe Director Han must have left some people behind," Wang Weiguang said. "You've been running the Handling Bureau for so long; surely you have some backup plans? I've also brought some people from the Gray Shell Agency to support us. Director Han, with you leading the way, we can take down those who oppose you, then win over the reasonable ones. Afterwards, we can release your subordinates, and it shouldn't be difficult to control the Handling Bureau. The Parliament will help you with the lawsuits, so you needn't worry."
Han Fu didn't think the situation would be this simple. Even his escape seemed uncanny. But now, he truly believed that nothing was more important than this, especially since he had gained Spiritual Perception, allowing him to do things he previously couldn't or dared not do.
At this moment, Wang Weiguang's World Gateway rang, and he looked at it, then said to Han Fu with a mix of tension and excitement, "Director Han, the Chen Director who captured you has made a blunder. On his way back to the Handling Bureau, Xu Chan killed Yan Zhiwen from the Emergency Task Center, and the Municipal Parliament has issued a wanted arrest warrant. Director Han, this is a perfect opportunity to take them down!"
Hearing Chen Chuan's name, Han Fu's eyes flashed with deep hatred, but he noticed another name and asked cautiously, "Xu Chan as well?"
"Yes, but you needn't worry, Director Han. The Parliament has dispatched a capture team, and they're on their way," Wang Weiguang assured him.
Wang Weiguang smiled, "Director Han, now that you've mastered Spiritual Perception, facing Chen Director again shouldn't be a problem, right?"
A cold light flashed in Han Fu's eyes, and the faint glow on his fist flickered. "The torment and pain I endured will be repaid twofold this time."
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(End of Chapter)
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