My Job Is Quite Unique Chapter 26

Chapter 26: The Unexpected Ruin and Yuan Chenyang’s Predicament

“Those two guys, have they really developed to the latter half of the first-tier already?” Su Chen couldn’t help but think, “When I acted, I didn’t feel any resistance.”

However, thinking of the two top-tier professions he possessed, his various formidable abilities, and the second-tier special items, that kind of crushing victory was only natural.

“Black Flame Potion, just in time to taste it.” Su Chen licked his lips.

The Blood-activating Potion had long been used up, and he still missed that high-efficiency feeling.

He pulled out the stopper and only took a small sip; the current situation did not allow him to relax his guard.

As if swallowing lava, the scorching liquid rolled down his throat and gradually spread throughout his body, a stinging sensation from the inside out.

“Damn it, so intense…” Su Chen was startled himself; the effect of the potion was beyond imagination, even just a small sip was this powerful.

The Molten Rock Forging Method autonomously activated. The two types of stimulation were not superimposed but were instead in opposition. The stinging sensation gradually faded, but his body became more and more active.

…

In Southwind City, inside the Municipal Office, City Lord Zhang Hongbo stood by the window, staring gravely at the sky. From this high floor, he could vaguely see the boundless city walls.

Bang!

The door was forcefully opened, and Yuan Chenyang and Zhou Xian entered one after another.

Yuan Chenyang looked haggard and serious.

Zhou Xian remained silent, observing the few people in the room: the patrol team, the exploration team, the research department, and the supervisory department behind them, as well as himself, the head of internal affairs. All the high-ranking officials of the city were present, so it was no small matter.

“Inspector Yuan, I heard the thief was found, but you accidentally killed him, and the Holy Word Stone was not found.” The head of the patrol team said indifferently,

“That was something we painstakingly found in the last ruins, something even Ying Feng was concerned about. Only half of the profession information on it has been deciphered, involving space, and its value is extraordinary.”

“Ying Feng’s people are on their way. Have you thought about how to explain it?”

Yuan Chenyang glared at them. Several people present had schadenfreude on their faces.

He snorted inwardly and said indifferently, “How I explain it is none of Minister Feng’s concern.”

Despite his words, he felt powerless. This time, it was clear that someone was colluding from the inside, but he couldn’t find out who it was.

The timing of the thief’s appearance was also peculiar. After hiding for so long, he suddenly jumped out.

He clearly held back, but the other party still died, making interrogation impossible, leading to a dead end.

Let alone an explanation; he hadn’t even cleared himself of the suspicion of murder to silence.

It was just that there was no one in Southwind City who could try him, but when Ying Feng’s people arrived, things would get troublesome.

The other party snorted and was about to speak when Zhang Hongbo, who had turned around, interrupted him, “Now that everyone is here, I’ll speak.”

Everyone held their breath.

Zhang Hongbo said solemnly, “The fortress guard in the South City-A2 Area has been unresponsive for over twenty-four hours. We reasonably suspect it has been breached.”

Everyone was shocked. “How could it be so sudden?”

“It’s probably an unexpected situation caused by the passage of a high-level life form,” Zhang Hongbo said.

“South City?” Zhou Xian suddenly asked, his face looking very bad.

“That’s right, it’s the direction of Nanfeng Academy’s routine patrol this time,” Zhang Hongbo nodded.

“What?” Yuan Chenyang rose abruptly, disregarding the worries about the thief. “What are we waiting for? Quickly send people to bring them back.”

“No, I want to lead the team myself.”

“Yes, we must send people as soon as possible. If anything unexpected happens, it could have a significant impact, especially with Ying Feng’s people arriving soon.” Zhou Xian’s expression changed, and he echoed, looking worried.

Everyone knew that his son and Yuan Chenyang’s students were in this team, so their anxiety was understandable.

“I’m not finished yet.” Zhang Hongbo glanced at the two and continued, “The research department has detected a sudden surge in mist concentration in the South City direction, possibly indicating the appearance of ruins.”

“Ruins? So close… Is it related to the loss of contact with the A2 fortress guard?” The others also couldn’t sit still. The appearance of every ruin represented substantial interests.

“I also have this suspicion, so I’ve decided to lead the team myself. Inspector Yuan, Director Zhou, come with me,” Zhang Hongbo nodded.

“No problem,” Yuan Chenyang immediately responded.

After deliberation, the group immediately sprung into action. Zhang Hongbo called upon the elite of the Exploration Team to follow.

Within half an hour, they were fully assembled and set off from South City, following the route.

… Buzz… The purple stone gate before them gradually opened. Jiang Rong watched the graceful figure emerge, and couldn’t help but sigh in relief, a relieved smile appearing on his aged face: “Truly my daughter.”

It was Jiang He, who had been missing for a long time. A strange gleam flickered in her eyes, and the surrounding air rippled invisibly.

“Just a little bit…” Jiang He’s voice was hoarse, tinged with lingering fear. “I almost didn’t make it back.”

“It’s good that you succeeded in advancing. You are already a second-tier professional, and the Blood Oath Contract won’t have much of an impact on you.” Jiang Rong also breathed a sigh of relief, then added, “There’s something else: Qi Chuan’s backer is not Yuan Chenyang.”

“Huh?” Jiang He suddenly looked over, her pupils glowing with a faint purple light.

“Su Chen was able to enter the key training class apparently because of… Bai Fengxi.” Jiang Rong’s face was strange. He hadn’t expected Su Chen’s connections to be so intricate; it took him some time to figure it out.

“Bai Fengxi?” Jiang He was momentarily bewildered, then remembered: “Yuan Chenyang’s female student.”

“He certainly has his ways.” Jiang He’s expression was indescribable. “He’s somewhat connected to Yuan Chenyang after all.”

“Yuan Chenyang might not be able to protect himself…” Jiang Rong shook his head, meaningfully, “The thief was found, but the stolen item wasn’t. When Ying Feng’s side holds him accountable, he’ll have to take responsibility.”

Jiang He realized, “So we can still use Su Chen to find out about Qi Chuan’s situation?”

He nodded, “Exactly. Something unexpected happened outside the city, and those who went out will be back soon.”

“Since Su Chen wasn’t sent onto the key list by Qi Chuan, he must have made some moves outside the city, but he doesn’t know Su Chen’s background, and there isn’t enough time, so it will probably be difficult to have an effect.”

“After Su Chen returns, his curiosity about Su Chen will only grow.”

Jiang He racked his brain to sort out the connections, but then immediately dismissed it.

“Su Chen…” She licked her slightly chapped lips, her interest in that “little wolf-dog” growing again.

This time, she was a second-tier professional, once again gaining the upper hand.

…

“Hmm?”

Su Chen suddenly opened his eyes, his skin flushed, wisps of mist swirling around him. His body felt as if it were burning with fire, yet he experienced a strange sensation.

“It seems like the Blood Oath Contract…” Su Chen murmured, clutching his chest, “Has it been lifted?”

An inexplicable sense of urgency arose in his heart, not from Jiang He, but because his sense of security had been weakened by another point.

He had no substantial conflict with Jiang He, but he didn’t consider her a friend either; perhaps due to the Blood Oath Contract, they could even become enemies.

He glanced at the panel—

[Riftwalker Warrior: 30%]

[Molten Rock Forging Method—Proficiency: 5%]

Only the clear and visible progress could bring him a small sense of security.

He pondered, “However, the meditation method for mental ability must be put on the agenda, otherwise, the Mysterious Tool Master will be stuck here.”

“Troublesome…”

Overnight, Su Chen slowly drank the entire portion of Black Flame Potion, raising the development of his [Riftwalker Warrior] profession to 32%.

The [Molten Rock Forging Method] also operated at high intensity, reaching 30%, with a slightly slower improvement rate compared to the beginner level.

The next morning, the main force gathered. The students’ spirits were not good, Zhou Zong especially. He had stood guard for Su Chen yesterday, so his rest time was too short, and his eyes were bloodshot.

Su Chen, however, was in good spirits. The Mysterious Tool Master was mental-attribute after all, so staying up for a few nights was not a big problem. The Black Flame Potion contained nutrients, enough to compensate for physical exertion.

Logistics distributed breakfast. Compared to last night’s barbecue, breakfast seemed rather simple, consisting of regular compressed nutrient solution.

Hu Xiang looked around, his gaze occasionally falling on Su Chen, who was eating with his head down.

After appeasing everyone last night, he specifically went to the area where Su Chen was on guard, but he didn’t find the body he had imagined.

This made him wonder whether Su Chen was deeply hidden and had counter-killed the attackers.

Or, if the other party was truly just following Old Zhao’s instructions, returning to notify the camp when the time was right, then the two attackers were killed by unknown dangers in the mist.

Hu Xiang’s emotional guess leaned towards the latter.

Otherwise, if Su Chen could dispose of two first-tier professionals with very little commotion in such a short time, then his strength was too deeply hidden.

But rationality told him that Su Chen seemed to have seen through him, which made him feel baffled.

(End of this chapter)