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Chapter 138 Guan Shanhai is arrested

"Yes, yes, Governor Huo."

"The person is right next to me, how could it be fake? Gold, a bright gold!"

"Hahaha, it's about time our Tiger City had a stroke of luck... Alright, alright."

Half an hour after the Tiger City experts arrived, their car finally reached the camp, and Guan Yi got into Mayor Feng Rui's car.

After all, they were the first to arrive, and they looked like they were the first to start running. Regardless of whether it's an exaggeration or not, we appreciate their thoughtfulness.

Since getting into the car, Feng Rui had been constantly on the phone. The high-ranking figures had extensive information channels, and the two hours since he came out of the secret realm were enough for them to get the news and even verify it to some extent.

After hanging up the seventh call, Feng Rui glanced at the seven numbers, silenced his phone, and turned to apologize to Guan Yi with a broad smile.

"I'm sorry, Comrade Guan Yi, but I can't ignore these people's calls, especially the one from Vice Governor Huo of our Zodiac State. He asked me to congratulate you on obtaining the golden rune and to look forward to you digesting it as soon as possible so we can meet."

At this point, even though they were in a very private car with only his driver and secretary in it, Feng Rui still lowered his voice and whispered to Guan Yi, "Vice Governor Huo is a five-patterned martial artist who has also obtained golden secret patterns before."

It is said that he was deceived by the governor in the past, which is why he became the deputy governor, handling the governor's political affairs and trivial matters, thus delaying his own exploration of the secret realm.

From what he's saying, it seems he might be grooming you as his successor. Comrade Guan Yi, if you're not too concerned about power and position, don't fall for his tricks! For a super genius like you who obtained a golden rune on your first exploration of a secret realm, becoming a leader of a military exploration unit, an honorary lecturer in secret realm exploration at a prestigious university, or even a free explorer, would be the best choices!

"You were tricked by the governor? How?" Guan Yi asked with interest. "Also, Mayor Feng, please don't call me Comrade Guan Yi anymore. Just call me 'classmate' or just my name Guan Yi."

“I don’t know about that, but there have been rumors about it.” Feng Rui shook his head mysteriously. “No, the rules can’t be broken. It’s perfectly reasonable for me to call you ‘Lord Guan Yi’ now.”

Guan Yi had no choice but to say, "Alright then. Mayor Feng, I'd like to know what my specific arrangements will be next, and how I can digest this golden rune as quickly as possible?"

"Oh, look at my brain." Feng Rui tapped his head and said, "I should have said it immediately."

While I haven't seen an example like yours where someone directly obtains a golden rune, there are still a few geniuses each year who perform exceptionally well in their first or second secret realm exploration, possessing extraordinary talent and directly obtaining a purple rune. Looking across the Zodiac State and the entire Federation, the number becomes quite large.

White and blue secret realms can be digested in a year or two even if nothing is done, but purple and higher secret realms cannot.

To help you digest the runes as quickly as possible, these people will generally be placed in 'special training realms' where they will be taught by dedicated military or academy instructors. This will allow you to master the cultivation techniques of rune warriors, and you will also have some intensive training on realm strategies and knowledge, as well as an understanding of the situation between humans and demons..."

"Equivalent to... a 'fast-track higher education diploma' course?"

"Yes, yes, that's it! When you come out of the special training camp, you can directly obtain honorary graduation certificates from some universities. If your academic performance is excellent, you may even get higher diplomas!"

Guan Yi found it amusing. She never expected that even though she had given up going to university because of her father's affair with the demons, she still couldn't escape the fate of having to continue her studies.

"What is the special training secret realm?"

“These are highly exploratory, simple, white-themed secret realms with a near-zero level of danger,” Feng Rui explained. “Many strategies for conquering these realms have already been established, but we never attempt to complete them. By recreating these realms and utilizing the significant time difference between them and reality, we allow our people to acquire more knowledge in a shorter amount of time.”

After all, once a secret realm is completed, its timeline will synchronize with reality, continue to develop downwards, and establish a stable connection with reality within one to three years.

"Oh, the Golden Secret Realm you just conquered will probably be no exception. In a year or two, Comrade Guan Yi, we'll need you to go back a few more times via the stable passage to help us establish contact with the Secret Realm and obtain its resources."

I have some understanding of this matter. Will he return to the One Piece world in a year or two? And this special training secret realm... should we just take it or leave it, letting it reset repeatedly to take advantage of the time difference?
Use it like the Hyperbolic Time Chamber from Dragon Ball.

"Let me check." Feng Rui, who was next to him, took out his phone again and entered a special network to search.

"Huh, there's one in 14 days? The spots are still being entered. There are 25 applicants for the secret realm, but only 100 are eligible. There aren't many people... Oh, it's that 'Harem Romance Secret Realm' near Rabbit City!"

Feng Rui chuckled and said, "That's quite suitable for Comrade Guan Yi's age."

Guan Yi's eyes twitched: "A harem romance?"

"Hmm. The theme of this kind of secret realm is 'dating,' and it usually takes place on a high school or college campus. The core of the secret realm is mostly 'male,' and he will be surrounded by several girls who are in love with him."

The female explorer's goal is to "conquer" this man, establish a romantic relationship or even a marriage with him, and make him cut off contact with other girls. The male explorer's goal is to "steal" the girls from his life. "..."

Is it really this abstract?
Can harem romance anime be used for romance strategies?
With One Piece as an example, Guan Yi is really afraid of encountering Makoto Shinkai, as that could be a real danger of turning her back on him.

Seeing Guan Yi's expression, Feng Rui burst into laughter: "That's why these kinds of secret realms are usually used as special training realms, and not many people would think of thoroughly conquering them. Hmm, the time ratio is one month in reality compared to five years in the secret realm, which is quite cost-effective."

But the timing is a bit tight; we're entering in two weeks, so we need to register and prepare in the next couple of days. Comrade Guan Yi just came out of a golden secret realm, so she probably wants to rest for a few days, right? You might not even like this kind of harem romance secret realm.

Let me see...tsk, the next one is three and a half months away? It's an adventure and treasure hunt-type secret realm near Horse City, isn't that a bit too long again?

Three and a half months?

Guan Yi frowned slightly. His father's matter was still hanging over his head. He wouldn't feel safe enough until he had digested the secret runes and obtained the power of a five-stripe warrior like in the One Piece world.

"It's alright, let me make some connections. Other states would definitely be willing to offer you a spot in the 'Special Training Realm' if you possess a golden rune!"

Seeing Guan Yi's dissatisfaction, Feng Rui patted his chest confidently and said, "How long do you prefer to stay in the 'Special Training Realm'? Do you want to rest for a month or two? Do you want to go to a love-themed, adventure-themed, detective-themed, science fiction-themed... which type of realm do you prefer?"

Guan Yi thought for a moment and said, "Mayor Feng, can I make a phone call home first?"

"Oh, right, right, you haven't told your family the good news yet! Look at my forgetfulness!"

Feng Rui quickly handed over the phone, and Guan Yi dialed her father Guan Shan Hai's number.

The phone rang for half a minute, but no one answered.

Guan Yi paused for a moment, then hung up and relayed the call to her mother, Mo Lin. This time, the call rang for more than ten seconds before it was finally answered.

"It's...it's someone from the city hall? There's been a result regarding my husband's case? He's innocent! He's just a novelist, how could he possibly glorify the demon race in his writing? Where is his creative freedom?!"

The first thing Guan Yi heard from the other end of the phone was her mother, Maureen's, somewhat excited voice. Guan Yi's expression froze slightly, and Feng Rui, who was next to her, sat up straight as if struck by lightning. He gave the secretary in the front seat a look that said, "Go and check it out."

"...Mom, it's me. What happened to Dad?"

"...Guan Yi?" Maureen paused, then asked, "Your military training is over? Why are you calling with a number marked as belonging to the Tiger City Municipal Government? Could it be... could it be that they summoned you for questioning too?!"

Ms. Maureen's voice was very agitated. Guan Yi took a deep breath: "No, Mom, don't get agitated. I was doing well on some other things and happened to be near Mayor Feng. What happened to Dad? Is he with you?"

"...No." Maureen asked repeatedly, "Are you really alright, Guan Yi? Your father didn't implicate you?"

"It's really nothing, nothing will happen. I had a good talk with Mayor Feng, and he doesn't seem to know about this yet. He's investigating, and he should be able to help us," Guan Yi said.

"...That's great, son, you're really capable. But...don't make things too difficult for the mayor. If you ask me, your father deserves it for insisting on writing about the love-hate entanglement between humans and demons in his new book, and making the female protagonist a demon!"
Well, three days ago they took him away for investigation on suspicion of "glorifying the demon race," and there's still no news!

Maureen's tone was worried and angry.

Guan Yi was taken aback; it wasn't that her identity had been exposed.

Is it... that the book I wrote has been bombed?!

You're really my demon father! Do you know that you're not immune to investigation?

Is this your mission? To write novels to glorify the demon race, or is it part of the cultural front?

Guan Yi breathed a sigh of relief, but not completely relaxed. She reassured her again, "Don't worry, Mom, let me find out what's going on and ask around."

　I'm working on the setting for the next volume, so my writing is slow and the next chapter will be late.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)