“Big Bro, I’ve told ya everythin’ I know, I swear.”
The shady advisor squatted on the ground, his face bruised and swollen, a look of pure terror in his eyes.
Yin Yang let out a sigh.
He had intended to kill the man before he arrived, but he hadn't expected him to be such a pushover.
To call him soft was an understatement; the blade-wielding ghost hadn't even finished cutting off a single toe before the man spilled everything he knew.
Yin Yang had used the Liar-Eater Ring to verify his words; he was telling the truth.
“Really?”
“Re-re-really! I promise it’s all true.”
“If I’m lyin’, you can kill me.”
Yin Yang sighed again and spoke.
“You’ve convinced me.”
A look of joy flashed across the shady advisor’s face, but it was short-lived as Yin Yang added mockingly,
“So, how about we let them decide whether you live or die?”
Yin Yang made a beckoning gesture. The shady advisor turned around and saw thirty or forty vengeful spirits standing behind him.
Gasp!
The shady advisor’s legs gave a final kick, and he actually died of fright right then and there.
“...”
“...”
Both Yin Yang and the blade-wielding ghost were speechless. In a way, this was a merciful end for the shady advisor; at least he hadn't suffered much.
Yin Yang took the man’s phone and found several contact numbers on it, including those of Old Fourth and Old Fifth, as well as a driver and a black market merchant.
“Now, we just wait for news from them.”
...
At the Security Bureau.
“Is this all the information?”
“Yes.”
Two Baleful Stars in uniform sat on the sofa in the Bureau Chief’s office, flipping through the files.
“His family already had a sealed object? Where did it come from?”
“Supposedly, he got it from the home of a sworn brother. That was decades ago, though; there’s no way to know if it’s true.”
Even though he was facing Baleful Stars, the Bureau Chief wasn't in the mood to be subservient. He was on the verge of retirement and had no intention of climbing the career ladder further, so what was there to be afraid of?
To him, the best thing was for nothing to happen. As long as he could endure this final stretch of time, he would consider it a victory.
“What about the masked man? Why isn't there much information about him in here?”
“Because he only appeared twice that night. The first time was when he broke into the Lyu estate, and the second was when he fought the Lyu family’s Butler.”
“I personally conducted an interrogation earlier. According to the statements from the people we arrested, someone was selling information about him in Wanwu City, which exposed his movements.”
The two Baleful Stars looked at each other, both sensing that the matter wasn't that simple.
“Send us to the Lyu estate. Say we’re from the Security Bureau.”
“No problem!”
The Bureau Chief agreed with surprising readiness, not even asking for a reason. He pressed the call button on his desk, and a clerk walked in from outside.
“Chief.”
“Xiao Zhang, take these two to the Lyu estate. Tell them these are experts I’ve specifically invited to protect their family.”
“After all, the Lyu family is one of Huangshan City’s major taxpayers.”
“Yes, Chief!”
The clerk complied, while the two Baleful Stars gave the Chief a long, meaningful look.
The three of them soon arrived at the Lyu estate. The two Baleful Stars had changed into ordinary clothes to avoid standing out too much.
“Gentlemen, I am truly sorry. I’m sure you’ve heard about what happened to the Lyu family recently.”
“Cultists actually dared to storm the Lyu family manor in broad daylight.”
“The Master felt that the previous security was inadequate and has gone to find a new security company. He isn't home right now.”
The Butler looked at the three of them with an apologetic expression, but the clerk spoke up decisively.
“Understandable, understandable. I’ve heard the rumors too. That masked man can be traded for a sealed object; the news is spreading like wildfire.”
“But you don’t need to worry. These two are experts our Chief specifically invited. Their strength is guaranteed. They’ll be staying here at the Lyu estate for a while to provide close protection.”
The smile on the Butler’s face stiffened at the mention of close protection.
The clerk got up to leave immediately, saying as he walked away,
“No need to see me out. This is just us doing our duty.”
“In fact, we were already looking for help when you first requested assistance. It’s just that our Huangshan City Security Bureau is short-staffed; every man is already filling a slot, so we really couldn't spare anyone.”
“It wasn't until today that these two became available. I’ll leave you to get acquainted.”
From beginning to end, he didn't give the Butler a chance to refuse.
The Butler narrowed his eyes at the two men.
“The Lyu family is honored to have your help.”
“However, there are female family members in this large estate, and having strangers around might be inconvenient.”
“If you don’t mind, please rest in the front courtyard.”
The two Baleful Stars smiled, but neither moved. One of them spoke directly.
“We heard this whole thing started because of a masked man. Would it be convenient to tell us what you know about him?”
The Butler immediately understood their goal, and the hypocritical smile on his face faded slightly.
“If I tell you everything I know, will you two cooperate?”
“Of course.”
“Good. I fought that masked man that night. I can tell you for sure that he isn't human, and his strength hasn't reached the Demigod level.”
Hearing this, the two Baleful Stars looked skeptical.
Based on the currently known information, it was almost certain that the opponent’s strength was at the Demigod level!
Seeing their disbelief, a trace of divinity erupted from the Butler’s body.
The two Baleful Stars took a step back in unison, their faces filled with 'shock.'
The Butler retracted his divinity before continuing.
“I punched through its abdomen that night, so I am certain it is a spirit.”
“As for my strength, you’ve felt it. Yes, I am a Demigod.”
“So I can tell you with certainty that the masked man is not as strong as I am. Even with his companion, he couldn't stand against me.”
“I’ve concluded that his strength hasn't reached the Demigod level. He only survived because his methods of attack are bizarre, which prevented me from killing him instantly.”
This time, the two Baleful Stars nodded, finding his explanation somewhat plausible.
The Butler had released his divinity specifically to intimidate these two men of unknown purpose and keep them in line.
“I’ve told you what I know. Now, please cooperate.”
“No problem.”
The two Baleful Stars smiled and followed the Butler to the front courtyard.
“Captain Zhou!”
Hearing the Butler’s voice, Captain Zhou came running over.
“These two are brothers sent by the Security Bureau to help. Give them a warm welcome!”
He placed a special emphasis on the words 'warm welcome.' Captain Zhou understood instantly and flashed a grin.
“Don’t worry.”
Hearing this, the two Baleful Stars also began to laugh.
Captain Zhou stepped forward.
“How should I address you two?”
“Jade Dog!”
“Red Fox!”
Hearing them introduce themselves, the Butler, who was just about to leave, suddenly stiffened. He slowly turned his head back and stared fixedly at the two men.
“Baleful Stars?”
The two men both laughed.
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