F-class thief? Sorry, I can steal anything.

The voice on the other end of the phone was like that of an emotionless machine, every syllable precise and cold.

Chen Yifan's hand gripping the phone tightened almost imperceptibly at the knuckles.

"Rooster" radical?

Special Incident Investigation Team.

Night Eyes.

These unfamiliar words quickly coalesced in his mind into a clear outline—a national-level institution specifically designed to deal with “abnormal” violence.

Their authority far surpasses that of the Jiangcheng Security Bureau.

They finally came knocking on our door.

It was much faster than he had expected.

The death of "Shadow Fiend".

It's related to him.

The reason he chose to keep it a secret was because he was just a low-level thief with no connections.

Any small disturbance could affect the mother and sister.

After all, the death of an S-level wanted criminal involved interests and backgrounds far beyond what he could bear at the time.

So he fabricated an absurd reason.

But now!

An impregnable dwelling.

Level 15, possessing divine skills, plus that mythical [Ring of the God of Stealing].

Even if we admit it's related to him, so what?

The head of an S-level wanted criminal means a huge reward of 50 million and immeasurable fame.

He already possessed the bare minimum of survival skills.

However... in the meantime, we still need to get that goblin golem out of the dungeon as soon as possible.

Having more trump cards means having more ways to save your life.

As for the Class A disaster event...

He won't take the blame for this.

"Mr. Chen Yifan?"

Seeing silence on the other end of the phone, Ye Tong's voice rang out again, still calm and without a trace of emotion.

"sure."

Chen Yifan's voice instantly switched back to that "innocent and harmless" boyish mode, carrying a hint of flattered nervousness.

"Excuse me... shall we talk on the phone, or...?"

"Tomorrow at 3 PM, Public Security Bureau, top floor of the Extraordinary Affairs Management Center."

Ye Tong set the time and place directly, leaving no room for discussion.

"Let's talk face to face."

"Also..." Nightshade paused, as if stating a trivial fact, "Just a friendly reminder, my talent is [Eye of Truth]."

[The Eye of Truth]?

Chen Yifan's heart skipped a beat.

Although the specific effects are unknown, the name alone suggests a strong targeting of the product.

This is a self-reflection.

Tell yourself not to try anything funny in front of him.

What confidence this is!

"Okay, Night Eye Investigator, I'll be there on time."

Chen Yifan's tone became increasingly respectful.

The call was disconnected.

The room fell silent once more.

Chen Yifan stood quietly by the window, looking at the dazzling lights of the city in the distance, his eyes becoming incredibly deep.

Night Eyes?

He had a premonition.

This is a far more dangerous and troublesome existence than Li Wei, or even his mysterious father Li Jianhong.

"This is troublesome..."

Chen Yifan muttered to himself, rubbing his throbbing temples.

But soon, the seriousness in his eyes was replaced by an even stronger fighting spirit.

there is always a solution to a problem.

As long as the core secret, "Stealing Everything," remains unexposed, he will always have a chance to turn the tables.

After all, his ability is to deprive, not to copy.

If others find out...

He would surely become an outcast in everyone's eyes, bringing about his own demise.

Chen Yifan didn't leave the house all day.

Wang Fugui also went home.

The entire city of Jiangcheng was in an uproar because of the recording from the "Lanting Club" and Li Wei's suicide out of guilt.

The Li family's stock plummeted to its daily limit overnight.

The company entrance was completely surrounded by a large number of angry shareholders and reporters.

Li Jianhong, a powerful business tycoon in Jiangcheng, suddenly found himself in a state of utter chaos.

Although Li Wei is dead, he is still a pariah, hated by everyone.

On the forum of Jiangcheng No.1 High School, there are already hundreds of thousands of posts about him, with all kinds of vile insults and dirt on him for bullying classmates in the past being dug up one by one.

In stark contrast is Chen Yifan.

He went from being a smeared "jinx" to being sympathized with by the entire internet as a "perfect victim."

A tragic hero who suffered injustice and was framed.

This dramatic reversal of his public image instantly garnered him countless sympathies and support.

"I feel so sorry for Chen Yifan, he's so pitiful!"

"So what if it's F-rank? F-rank has dignity too! Heroes come from all walks of life!"

"We strongly demand that the school severely punish Li Wei and give Chen Yifan justice!"

Public opinion can change in an instant.

However, just as this media storm was intensifying and about to reach its peak...

An emergency announcement from the "Dragon Kingdom Extraordinary Disaster Early Warning Center" instantly covered all media channels in the city, forcibly drawing everyone's attention to it.

【Emergency Notice】

At 12:30 PM today, high-intensity anomalous fluctuations in spatial energy were detected in an abandoned industrial area on the eastern outskirts of Jiangcheng City.

[Surveys have confirmed that a brand new, unrecorded "wild instance" has appeared.]

[Instance Energy Level Determination: Bronze]

[Entry level restriction: Lv.5 - Lv.20.]

Minimum team size: 3 players.

[WARNING: This instance is a chaotic rift with an unknown internal environment and an extremely high danger level! Please do not approach!]

Wild dungeons!

These four words were like a bombshell, exploding throughout the entire city of Jiangcheng!

Unlike officially controlled, clearly defined "targeted copies".

Wild dungeons are full of unknowns and opportunities.

It may contain powerful monsters never seen before, or unknown resources.

Every appearance of a wild instance signifies a bloody battle and a reshuffling of wealth.

Countless professionals would risk their lives for that elusive "opportunity".

This time, many people felt it was a pity.

Unfortunately, this dungeon is only bronze level.

Level restrictions from Lv.5 to Lv.20.

Many people say that this is a "progressive trial" tailor-made for high school seniors who have just finished the beginner dungeon and made a leap in strength!

For a time, the entire city of Jiangcheng focused its attention on the abandoned industrial area in the eastern suburbs.

Jiangcheng No.1 Middle School, Principal's Office.

Zhou Dehai frowned as he looked at the urgent report about wild copies that had just arrived on the screen.

"These are truly... troubled times."

What a coincidence!

The dungeon that has arrived this time...

Level requirement: 5 to 20!

This means...

High school seniors, college freshmen, and some guilds from society will be the main force in this instance.

After all, the lowest level in the army is level 25 after the first promotion...

"headmaster!"

At that moment, the head of the teaching department rushed in, his face full of anxiety.

"The Education Bureau called. Director Zhao wants our school to lead an elite student team to cooperate with the official exploration team to enter this wild instance as soon as possible for preliminary exploration."

"Zhao Lixin?"

A knowing glint flashed in Zhou Dehai's eyes.

This Director Zhao really doesn't miss any opportunity.

The "May 17 Incident" made Jiangcheng No. 1 Middle School a target of public criticism.

Now that a wild instance has been released, he immediately wants the students from No. 1 High School to be the "vanguard".

On the one hand, it can demonstrate to the outside world the official stance of actively responding to the crisis.

On the other hand, if they achieve something, they can make up for their mistakes and salvage some of their reputation.

That's a brilliant move, killing two birds with one stone.

"An elite team?" Zhou Dehai sneered. "Who did he specifically ask for?"

The head of student affairs wiped the sweat from his brow and said cautiously:

"Su Qingxue, and... Chen Yifan."

really.

A look of expectation flashed in Zhou Dehai's eyes.

Su Qingxue, an S-level genius, possesses formidable strength and serves as the most stable combat force for the exploration team.

And Chen Yifan...

This boy, who boasts an SSS-level rating and is brimming with "miracles" and "luck"...

In Zhao Lixin's eyes, it has probably become a "mascot" that brings good luck.

Let him in; he might just "find" some earth-shattering secret.

On a deeper level, there's probably a hint of probing.

"Reply to Director Zhao."

Zhou Dehai's voice regained its usual composure.

"The school will fully cooperate."

"Immediately notify all students who have reached level 5 or above to assemble on the playground at 11:00 AM. Registration is voluntary."

"in addition……"

He paused, then looked out the window.

He recalled the strength Chen Yifan displayed when he "escaped".

And the boy who was being watched over, who even called to tell him to keep a close eye on him...

"Send someone to invite Chen Yifan. Tell him that for the future of Jiangcheng, the school needs his help."

……

10:30 a.m.

Skyview Cloud Court, Villa No. 1.

Chen Yifan hung up the phone from the school, a playful smile on his face.

Wild copy.

An elite team.

Do we need his power?

That sounds so grand and dignified.

Isn't it just to let this "lucky charm" have another chance to have good fortune?

However, he does need a new "stage".

A stage where he can openly display "part" of his strength and completely wash away the label of "F-level trash".

A stage where he can continue to upgrade relentlessly, adding more leverage for his upcoming meeting with "Night Eye".

At the same time, this is a perfect, irresistible reason to avoid that dangerous "interview".

He picked up his phone and dialed the unfamiliar number from last night.

The call connected instantly.

It was still that same cold voice:

"Mr. Chen Yifan."

"Hello, Night Eye Investigator."

Chen Yifan's tone was full of apology and helplessness.

"I just received an urgent notice from the school and the education bureau that a wild instance has appeared in the eastern suburbs. The level requirement is 5 to 20. The situation is urgent, and I have been specifically requested to be a member of the exploration team and set off immediately."

His meaning was quite clear.

It's not that I didn't want to go, but the incident happened suddenly.

There was silence on the other end of the phone.

Chen Yifan could imagine that the man named Ye Tong was probably analyzing the truth or falsehood of his words at this moment.

But every word he said was true.

He is using one official body to fight against another.

"I understand the importance of the investigation, but I am also a student."

Chen Yifan's tone became increasingly sincere.

"Please rest assured, I will report to the Security Bureau immediately after the mission is completed!"

A few seconds later.

Night Eyes' voice rang out again.

"Can."

"I will be in Jiangcheng, waiting for you to come back."

The phone hangs up.

Chen Yifan let out a long breath, his eyes flashing with a crazed light.

He successfully bought himself valuable time.

This gives him time to level up aggressively and increase his leverage for the upcoming meeting and head-on confrontation!

He pressed the communicator.

"Fatty! Xiaoyu!"

"Pack your gear and get ready to go."

"The new dungeon is open; our hunting grounds are here."