Chapter 875: Uncovering the Truth
Chapter 875: Uncovering the Truth
The High City Hotel was one of the best-defended hotels in Valley City, with investments from Jinbei Province's Central City and a permanent military camp stationed there.
If officers from the Fusion Land came to the city, they would choose to stay at this hotel.
Chen Chuan, under his current identity, booked an officer's suite here, where the security conditions were the best, and he could also conveniently obtain various information.
Surrounding the hotel were numerous intelligence peddlers and contacts. In less than three hours after his arrival, he received calls from no fewer than five companies and self-proclaimed clients, all indicating that they could handle any difficult matters on his behalf.
They believed that a young officer coming here wouldn't be just on official business; even if it were, some projects could be outsourced, and this wasn't the first time they had done such work.
However, Chen Chuan didn't need these people; he immediately contacted the mercenary team that Yao Zhiyi had previously informed him about.
He looked over the information Yao Zhiyi had given him and knew that the True Form Tree was highly likely to appear in one of the towns marked on the map. If he used a fighter's method, the simplest approach would be to rush in directly, not giving anyone time to react, find the True Form Tree's location, and destroy it.
However, first, he needed to confirm that the True Form Tree was indeed there. This thing could actually move; otherwise, relying on the Fusion Land passage opened by Red Flurry would have been enough to determine its location.
Once they startled the snake in the grass, it would be even harder to find.
Not mentioning this, due to the agreement's restrictions, he couldn't act recklessly or arbitrarily use his power in uncertain situations.
He understood and supported this agreement; if not, the world would have descended into chaos. Although many fighters wouldn't waste their energy without reason, there could be some abnormal individuals, which no one could predict. These people could cause significant influence by merely using their psychic power.
After sending a message through the Domain Token on a specific platform, he received a response in less than half a minute. The person on the other end introduced themselves as the leader of a team called the "Crimson Bone Mercenary Team." They would come up to meet him shortly.
Chen Chuan greeted the guard below and waited for a while. Footsteps approached, and there was a light knock on the door. "The door's open, come in," he said.
The person outside entered slowly, seemingly intentionally allowing the room's occupant to prepare.
Chen Chuan took a look; it was a bald man, probably in his thirties, with a fierce appearance. His scalp and face showed obvious signs of implant skin and implant lines. The outline of his body beneath his clothes also had slight bulges, indicating some protective implants.
These weren't the same as the ones on the elite soldier Han Cheng. They had dangerous capabilities for ordinary military personnel.
In contrast to his appearance, he was cautious, bowing slightly as he entered. "Sir, you must be the one the old principal introduced, right? Call me Corn."
As he entered, he glanced at Chen Chuan. Based on his experience, he instinctively felt that this person wasn't easy to provoke. Moreover, standing before him, he couldn't help but feel a chill.
However, thinking that a fighter had introduced this person, they must be extraordinary, perhaps even... His heart skipped a beat, and he dared not think further, but his attitude became extremely humble and respectful.
Chen Chuan invited him to sit and asked, "I just heard you call Principal Yao 'the old principal.' Are you a graduate of the Martial Strength Academy?"
"Ha, we just follow the trend and call him that," Corn replied. "When we were in the military, Principal Yao organized some talented individuals to teach us fighting techniques. But I'm a bit slow, so I didn't learn much. In the end, I could only rely on these implants to make a living."
Chen Chuan observed him. Being able to organize a fighter to learn fighting techniques meant he was an elite soldier, and the organization was likely formed for a special mission. However, this person was tight-lipped, seeming to say something but revealing nothing, which only increased Chen Chuan's impression of him.
"Before this, I obtained information about you from Principal Yao," Chen Chuan said. "According to the intelligence you gathered, there's a high probability that what I'm looking for is in that small town. But you said you couldn't fully confirm it."
"Yes!"
"That's because we only got this information from an informant," Corn explained. "They described it to us, and it matches the intelligence. But since we haven't seen it ourselves, we're not sure if it's truly there or just something we heard about. That's why we want to clarify this point; we never cheat our clients."
"So, I need to go there personally and take a look without exposing my identity," Chen Chuan said. "Since you have an informant there, you should have channels. Can you arrange it for me?"
"If it were someone else, I might not want to take this job," Corn said. "That place is full of armed militants, and they usually don't allow outsiders in. It's not only troublesome but also risky for the client. But since you're the principal's recommendation, I'll take this job!" He rubbed his hands together as he spoke. "Sir, if you have any business in the future, please consider us as well.
(End of Chapter 875)
Chen Chuan smiled and found this person quite interesting. He said, "Taking care of your business is no problem. Are you worried that I might not return after this trip?"
Bao Mi gave a short laugh and said, "I have a good eye for people. You, sir, are a big shot. If others say no, I trust your word!"
Chen Chuan looked at him. Each person in their respective ecological niche had their own survival wisdom. This person had managed to reach this point, and Principal Yao valued him for his unique qualities. Chen Chuan said, "When can you arrange it?"
Bao Mi didn't immediately guarantee it but cautiously replied, "I need to make some arrangements first." He touched his implanted lines, and a flash of light appeared in his eyes for a moment.
Bao Mi raised his head and said, "As it happens, we've taken on a job going there. I've already had someone accept it, and they're in a hurry. They want us to deliver it tomorrow, so the officer can come with us."
Bao Mi looked up and down at Chen Chuan. "The officer will have to disguise himself a bit. Your aura and appearance are too outstanding. If you're with us, it'll be like a crane standing among sparrows, too eye-catching, right?"
Chen Chuan said, "Then we'll follow your arrangements. The reward won't disappoint you."
"Hey, that's no big deal. If Principal Yao recommended you, why wouldn't I trust you?" Bao Mi stood up at this moment and said, "Then I won't disturb you any longer, sir. We'll come find you before 8 a.m. tomorrow. Is it convenient for you here?"
Chen Chuan said, "Then let's make it at that time."
"Good, then I'll wait for you, sir. I'll take my leave now."
Bao Mi retreated from the room, took the elevator downstairs, and exited the hotel. Immediately, some mercenaries approached him. "Boss, we've met the client."
Bao Mi nodded and looked up. "This job isn't simple."
"Was it recommended by Principal Yao? How could it be simple?"
"It's different. This time, the client might truly be a big shot. Brothers, I have a feeling that this job will make us rich!"
A tall man with obvious excessive implants asked excitedly, "How much is the reward?"
Bao Mi looked at him and said earnestly, "You're a real blockhead. Why do they call you a blockhead? Money isn't the most important thing; it's the favor that matters! Why are we able to do such big jobs now? How much did Principal Yao pay us? No, it's the favor he left us!"
The blockhead muttered, "Favor, not money?"
Bao Mi waved his hand as if to say he couldn't reason with this guy. He told him to get lost and then turned to a slender man with an implanted arm exposed, saying, "Iron Claw, this job is very important. Go get Grey Wolf, Lazy Bear, and the others too."
The slender man said, "Boss, I'll take care of it before noon."
Bao Mi called over a petite woman in a short skirt with implanted beauty enhancements on her face. "Jasmine, go get our gear ready."
Jasmine was a bit surprised. "Boss, are you sending someone? Is it necessary to use our best gear for this?"
Bao Mi said, "I have a feeling this is a big job. Bring everything; it's better to be prepared!"
Everyone became solemn. The last time the boss was this serious, they almost got wiped out. It was only because Bao Mi had made thorough preparations in advance, considering all aspects, that they managed to get through that crisis. It was thanks to surviving that incident that they became a renowned mercenary team in Deep Valley City.
"Let's make our preparations separately."
"Yes, boss!"
At the High City Hotel, after Chen Chuan's meeting with the Red Squad, all external communication seemed to suddenly disappear. He drew the curtains, picked up his suitcase, and headed to the hotel's gym. After taking some high-energy supplements, he began his cultivation practice.
Previously, when cultivating the Great Ming Light Style or the Great Sky Style, he would destroy objects around him. But now, with his advanced cultivation, he could control himself when practicing the techniques he had already mastered, and such incidents rarely occurred.
The night passed, and the next morning, Chen Chuan opened his eyes from his meditation. Almost at that moment, a voice came from his implanted lines, "Sir, we've arrived at the building. You can see us from the window."
Chen Chuan stood up and walked to the window, drawing the curtains to take a look. In the hotel plaza below, there was an armed convoy, and Bao Mi's bald head stood out in the crowd. The latter smiled, showing his teeth, and said, "I'm coming right up."
The luggage had been packed the day before, so he picked up his suitcase, took the elevator downstairs, and exited the hotel. He walked towards the armed convoy.
Chapter end
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