Reverse flow of the Yellow Springs

The moment the sword of inquiry touched the heart, the great psionicist of the adjudication team paled.

Memories sealed deep within his consciousness burst forth at this moment.

That's a tactic of the Chaos faction. In order to avoid exposing the existence of their spies and moles, they would completely seal the memories of their followers and fabricate false memories and backgrounds.

This makes these nails, before triggering certain codes, genuinely loyal human warriors of the Great City, thus evading the Great City's screening, and even having personally killed followers of Chaos.

But once the code word is given, the memory will be completely locked away, like waking up from a deep dream.

The false curtain was ruthlessly torn apart, and the loyal warriors were "awakened" in an instant, as if breaking free from a long dream, revealing a distorted and ferocious posture that had long been corrupted by chaos.

This powerful psychic was a spy planted by Chaos within the official ranks.

A boy rescued from the wilderness by the Chaos faction. Under the care of the official forces, he awakened his psychic talents. He then joined the official forces and gradually became a trusted warrior.

Several years later, he became a member of the adjudication team. He gained companions, comrades, and family in the giant city.

Even he himself was unaware that he was a hidden mole of Chaos.

However, when the Sword of Inquiry revealed its power, the memory barrier in his mind was finally breached.

Chaotic faith regained control of his mind, but faced with the sharpness of the sword of self-examination, he could only let out one last scream.

The Sword of Inquiry slashed horizontally through the air, severing his head with such speed that even the Supreme Being frowned.

The head rolled to the ground, and when it glanced at Li Yelai, its previously dilated pupils contracted slightly. But it made no further movement, exhaled its last breath, and died completely.

The Chaos Believer hidden within the Judgment Team was mercilessly slain by the Sword of Inquiry. The moment blood splattered, the face of the Overlord of Zhou Tian suddenly turned ashen.

This traitor, Sun Zhao.

A veteran of the adjudication team for over a decade. Countless team members had fought alongside him. Even Zhou Tian himself considered him a trustworthy comrade-in-arms! Who would have thought that beneath this facade lay a chaotic faith?
A mixture of rage at being betrayed, shame at being negligent, and chilling fear gripped Zhou Tian's heart like a poisonous vine.

His knuckles turned white from clenching his fists. He took a deep breath and forced down the roar that was about to burst from his chest, but could only say in a low voice, "Please excuse my poor performance."

Qingxu Supreme gritted his teeth and said, "You're really making a fool of yourself. You're suspecting and spying on others, and yet there's a traitor in your own team! Deal with him immediately. How did such a Chaos Believer manage to infiltrate the Judgment Team?"

"Immediately isolate all of Sun Zhao's close associates and associates! Regardless of their relationship to him, take them all away for trial and interrogate them one by one! I want to know whether they are ignorant and deceived, or whether they are accomplices!"

"Strictly control the information from the outside world! Sun Zhao, a member of the adjudication team, sacrificed his life while carrying out a high-risk mission."

"All members of the adjudication team! From this moment forward, no one is to leave! Conduct the Heart-Questioning Sword examinations in turn as quickly as possible! Do not miss a single one!"

"Then, all unit commanders, night watchmen, a full-scale inspection must be conducted within Border City No. 1!"

"Yes!" Zhou Tianbazhu nodded.

The fact that Chaos Believers had infiltrated the Judgment Team made even the usually easy-going Qingxu Supreme's expression extremely unpleasant.

Otherwise, the traitor would have been discovered by the Sword of Inquiry before he could even formulate a plan, and the consequences would have been unimaginable.

Especially now, with the referee team suspecting Little Mad King. If Sun Zhao, in the name of the referee team, orders Little Mad King's arrest, directly clashing with the champion team, the trouble would be truly immense.

This unexpected event forced the entire adjudication team to remain at headquarters.

The Supreme Being of the Furnace said to Yang Chen and the others, "Gentlemen, please keep this a secret."

“Of course. We know nothing about it.” Yang Chen nodded. “Next, we’re going to the Mo family to visit Master Mo Hai. To be honest, we’ve been looking forward to the weapons produced by Master Mo Hai for a long time.”

“Good.” Supreme Qingxu replied with a smile, “Our Mo family’s craftsmanship is trustworthy. My son’s spiritual energy craftsmanship is probably even better than that of the forbidden zones.”

Master Mo Hai is the youngest son of Supreme Qingxu.

After Li Yelai, Yang Chen, and the others left, Qingxu looked at the heart of the furnace and asked, "How is it?"

"The younger generation is truly formidable. The eighth champion's aura is so powerful that even I don't want to get close to him. The ninth champion's abilities are strange and have a very high ceiling. If he grows up, he will definitely be stronger than us old guys. As for the Doll Overlord, even now, she is still trying to suppress her ever-increasing spiritual energy. Her talent is too strong. As for the Little Mad King, although the Mad King's adopted granddaughter has had some misunderstandings..."

Upon hearing this, Qingxu Supreme sneered: "But the misunderstanding could have been avoided. She has a sufficient alibi. Even if the power of the curse affected us, can't we rationally determine it? Even the strongest assassin couldn't possibly run back and forth in such a short time, injuring a Supreme like you before returning!"

“It’s always good to be careful. Besides, they didn’t lose anything; in fact, they received the blessing of the Heart-Questioning Sword, didn’t they?” Lu Xin looked at Qing Xu: “Now that she has our guarantee, no one outside will doubt her. You see, not only did they not lose anything, but they also gained a certificate of trust.”

“Don’t let this happen again. Your sudden suspicion of the Little Mad King has only made the Champion suspicious of you.” Qingxu Supreme said, “They were dragged into the Ghost Realm by some unknown enemy and fought against the Grand Duke of the Return.”

"An assassin capable of wounding a Supreme Being, an enemy who dragged the Champion Team into the Ghost Realm—if all of these are connected, then a mysterious and powerful force has likely approached the Giant City. However, we are all acting for humanity; they will understand us." The Furnace Supreme looked at the Zhou Tian Overlord: "Next, we must use the Heart-Questioning Sword to thoroughly investigate everyone and remove all the nails of Chaos!"

"Yes!" Zhou Tian Bazhu replied.

It's hard to say about other things, but at least the Heart-Questioning Sword can distinguish Chaos Believers. This can further ensure the safety of the giant city.

Meanwhile, after Li Yelai and the others left the headquarters...

The Little Mad King spoke up: "The surveillance has definitely disappeared; no other eyes are on us."

"That's really offensive. If it weren't for the Heart-Questioning Sword, would they still want to keep an eye on us?" Li Yelai frowned; the feeling of being suspected was too unpleasant.

This made Li Yelai suspicious of the Furnace Heart Supreme's purpose.

"Besides the stab wound, does the Supreme Master of the Furnace have any other injuries?" Yang Chen asked.

“No, at least I can’t see it. Theoretically speaking, the effect of cause and effect reversal is quite good, and it’s unlikely to be like this,” Li Yelai said.

“Is he the Rat? That’s a good thing.” Yang Chen pondered, “But we still have to be careful. The Heavenly Evolution Walker can control destiny, which might attract other powerful figures to deal with you.”

"Hmm." Li Yelai nodded. Those who wield the Book of Destiny can indeed use all living beings as pawns.

He even altered the destinies of many people, making them enemies of Li Yelai.

"Although their suspicions were offensive and uncomfortable, in retrospect, it's a good thing," Yang Chen said. "With the Heart-Questioning Sword, no one has any reason to doubt the Little Mad King anymore. We've also received a blessing. By the way, Night General, what blessing did you receive? Would you mind telling me?"

"There's nothing inconvenient between us. The buff is the Overlord's Barrier, which grants an increase in attack and defense when surrounded. The maximum increase is 30%," Li Yelai said.

"30 will do, considering you've been surrounded quite a few times," Yang Chen said after thinking for a moment. "However, we need to test it out. We need to determine the detection range of the enemy's encirclement. Then we'll test your Heroic Spirit."

“Yes, I know. What is your blessing?” Li Yelai asked.

"It shares the same name as your Shadow Army's military might, 'Immovable as a Mountain.' Without moving, my defense will increase by 50%, and I'll gain an aura-blocking effect," Yang Chen laughed. "Looks like I really will have to stand still and attack." "Wow," Li Yelai exclaimed.

The Little Mad King and the doll were also surprised.

"Defense. You're really lucky," Little Mad King commented.

The doll nodded as well.

Yang Chen was indeed much luckier than Li Ye, as he had focused on the ultimate physical training. His defensive capabilities were already terrifying.

Now that it has received additional defensive protection, how can it still be considered good?
Li Ye recalled facing the River Styx amidst the calamity fog.

Yang Chen's Demonic Terror clashed head-on with the Supreme Trilobite of the Underworld, and neither was at a disadvantage.

Now, his physical body will be stronger and tougher.
No wonder Captain Yang Chen was reluctant to use the Overlord Soldier in battle.

Even powerful weapons can become dull, break, and wear down. Wouldn't you feel bad if they got damaged?
Moreover, even the strongest soldiers aren't as tough as his own body! And he's not afraid of being damaged, after all, his regenerative abilities are comparable to those of an immortal god.

This is also a unique quirk of Captain Yang Chen.

The doll's blessing, 'Goddess Skirt,' is a mental blessing that provides her with considerable resistance.

The Little Mad King's blessing reduces weapon damage by 10%. Compared to Yang Chen's and the doll's blessings, it's not particularly outstanding, but it still provides decent defensive resistance.

Once the internal affairs of the City One's adjudication team are resolved, the remaining members of the Champion Team One will be able to undergo a self-examination to receive protection.

Regardless of the outcome, it's all beneficial. It can further enhance the team's strength.

Afterwards, Li Yelai and the others went to the Mo family's manor.

The head of the Mo family is one of the two supreme beings in the giant city, belonging to a top-tier aristocratic family.

It is renowned for its extremely high level of psionic craftsmanship, and is the developer of many secret treasures, as well as a training ground for psionic artisans.

Today, almost every official member carries a standard space bracelet. This is a masterpiece developed by Mo Family Workshop after thoroughly analyzing and reconstructing the core space folding technology of the Wanlong Lake Bliss Branch, resulting in a more stable, efficient, and mass-producible product.

The estate is nestled in a valley overlooking the sea, where one can see the ocean from the mountaintop.

And, there are psionic furnaces and refining workshops.

That's the industrial heart of the Mohist school!
One after another, towering psionic furnaces, as majestic as small mountains, rose from the ground, their bodies shimmering with mysterious runes.

The primal torrent of spiritual energy extracted from the furnace is shaped into extraordinary minerals refined through countless trials, or into embryonic treasures soon to be engraved with runes.

Everyone who witnessed this scene was struck by the realization that 'knowledge is power.'

At the same time, there were many apprentice craftsmen who learned and experimented there.

They are students discovered by various major cities, possessing the talent of psionic artisans. After completing their studies, they will go to the equipment departments or research institutes of various branches in the major cities.

The psionic weapons and various equipment they create will become an indispensable force for humanity's survival and struggle!

Looking at the scene before him, Li Yelai felt a pang of regret.

Little sister, Li Yunyan also possesses the talent of a psionic craftsman. Furthermore, her ability to return to zero is well-suited to the profession of psionic craftsman.

Unfortunately, the curse prevented her from studying at the Mohist school or other artisan academies.

Alternatively, becoming a psionic craftsman is also a good option, allowing one to contribute to humanity in a relatively safe environment.

Li Yelai can indeed suppress the curse, but the suppression range is only a hundred meters. Furthermore, studying at the Mohist school would take at least several years. As the champion, Li Yelai cannot stay at the Mohist school or any other academy indefinitely.

Seemingly sensing Li Yelai's thoughts, the doll reached out and squeezed his palm, whispering, "After we have a chance to take down the restricted area, everything will be alright."

"Mm." Li Yelai nodded and squeezed her slender hand in return.

The group was then welcomed into the manor by Moen. After passing through the industrial area next to it, they arrived at the research lab on the edge of the manor.

Inside the research room, Li Yelai saw a man wearing a white lab coat.

He was perched on the shoulder of an Avenger suit of armor, looking at the blueprints and deep in thought.

Judging from the psionic fluctuations, this is a powerful overlord. His age is difficult to discern.

His appearance was somewhat unkempt, with a stubble beard and messy hair.

He didn't care about the arrival of Li Yelai and the others.

No, he shouldn't say he didn't notice. His attention was entirely focused on the Avengers armor.

Following the 49th Disaster Fog, the Avengers Armor was also added to the production line in Giant City.

They will be secretly manufactured as equipment for the Immortal Army.

Mo En smiled apologetically at Li Yelai and the others, then picked up a communicator and said, "Master Craftsman, our guests have arrived."

Only then did the man turn around and look at Li Yelai and the others.

"Oh, wait a minute!" His speech was a little unclear, but he was very fast.

With a simple gesture, he raised his hand, and a semi-transparent cube expanded outwards, his figure vanishing in an instant.

Li Yelai's expression shifted. Was this "a world within reach"? Was it a secret treasure? Or was it his own ability?
In less than a minute, the man returned, his appearance completely changed.

His messy hair was neatly combed, his beard was cleaned, and he had changed into a new set of research clothes.

Perhaps it was something that happened in the past that made him handle things so quickly.

At that moment, he stepped forward and grasped Li Yelai's hands in both: "We've finally met, General Ye. Thank you for allowing me to see her again."

This man was none other than the most talented psionic master craftsman in the giant city, Master Craftsman Mo Hai. (End of Chapter)