Full-Time Magister: I Am the Shadow King

Chapter 67 The Ancient Capital Incident

"This does happen. After all, not every official organization will send people there, and without detailed information, it's impossible to send a team to investigate. So, this kind of thing falls to some hunting grounds."

Song Qiming took a drag of his cigarette, stared intently at the commission on the table, and murmured.

"I didn't expect it to be about the Black Vatican, and the commission is so high, how strange—"

"The client left a message below, saying that if they accept the commission, they will directly transfer a deposit of 600 million, and no matter what news they get in the ancient capital, they can get the remaining 400 million."

Leng Lingling's small face came closer. It was rare for her to see such an arrogant employer. He was actually investigating the Black Vatican. He seemed to be a very righteous person.

"Brother Xiao Yu, what do you think? Should we take this commission? We'll get 1000 no matter what information we get."

"Wan, I really want to visit the ancient capital!"

"Your real purpose is in the last sentence, isn't it? —"

Cheng Xiaoyu muttered a complaint, having read the contents of the request several times, and then said...

"We haven't given any clues, so we can't just wander around aimlessly. I think since the employer entrusted us with this, it's probably true. If we really need to investigate, we can seek help from the official authorities in the ancient capital."

Song Qiming frowned slightly, seemingly lost in thought. He glanced at Cheng Xiaoyu and asked casually.

"By the way, what has your mom been up to lately?"

"She went out a while ago, I think she went out with her best friend."

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"I see—"

"What's wrong?"

"It's alright. If you really want to take this commission, you'd better tell your mother. After all, things haven't been peaceful in the ancient capital lately."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Xiaoyu simply smiled faintly. What son wouldn't want his mother to worry? Let her play outside without a care in the world; nothing could possibly happen to him.

After telling Dean Xiao that he was going to the ancient capital, Jiang Feng happened to arrive, so he asked her to come along.

"Sister Feng, does your mother want to see me?"

On the plane, Cheng Xiaoyu looked at Jiang Feng beside him with a strange expression, feeling that it was very odd for her to say such things.

Today, Jiang Feng wore a light red, waist-cinching long dress that accentuated her full and graceful figure. Paired with her exquisite face and flawless skin, it was hard to believe that she was already a mother of a daughter.

Little Yanji hadn't seen her mother for a long time, and she nestled her little body against her mother's soft chest, falling asleep peacefully.

"Yes, my mother found out that you helped me, so she wants to meet you and thank you properly."

"Okay, I can go when I have time."

Since it was an invitation from his elders, Cheng Xiaoyu didn't mind. He wasn't some son-in-law who was going to meet the parents' home, so he had no burden.

Outside the window, the dark clouds were as thick as black velvet, blocking out all the sunlight. Although it wasn't raining, the world was gloomy, and the gray and withered colors of the season made it seem lifeless.

The last passenger plane slowly descended from the dark clouds, signifying that this was the last wave of travelers who dared to come to the ancient capital during the chaos of the dead, and they had arrived in this land of turmoil.

As soon as you step off the plane, you can see that the ancient capital is under a state of alert. You can even see the tall city walls rising on the horizon from afar, which is visually striking and magnificent!

The inner city wall of the ancient capital was only about fourteen kilometers in circumference, but the outer city wall, which encompassed the entire urban area, stretched for countless kilometers, completely protecting the ancient city.

Members of the Magic Association were guarding the city gates, and military mages were in charge of checking people; a heavy atmosphere seemed to permeate the air.

During the day, the movement of living people in and out of the city was not very strict. However, as evening approached, the military began to restrict people from leaving the city, because everyone knew that once outside the protective outer walls, ordinary people would become food for the undead.

After being checked by security personnel, the three finally took the subway to the ancient city area. It was completely different from the outside of the security zone, with a thriving and prosperous scene. It seemed that the people here had become accustomed to the faint noises coming from outside.

"Let's go to the Magic Association first. Hopefully, someone can help us find clues."

Just as Cheng Xiaoyu decided on his next itinerary, a phone call came in.

"Hey, Mu Bai, what's wrong?"

"Have you been following the news lately? Zhang Xiaohou's squad was completely wiped out. Mo Fan called to tell us he's coming to the ancient capital to look for them."

Upon hearing this, he frowned slightly. He really didn't know about Zhang Xiaohou's matter, since the two weren't close.

"I wanted to ask if my sister is with you. It seems she's been away for a while now, and I'm a little worried."

"I haven't seen Sister Yanqiu either—anyway, I'm in the ancient capital now, let's talk when we meet."

"You're in the ancient capital?!"

Mu Bai on the other end of the phone was a little surprised, not expecting Cheng Xiaoyu to be in the ancient capital at this time. He then gave Cheng Xiaoyu an address and asked him to come over.

After hanging up the phone, Cheng Xiaoyu explained to Jiang Feng and Leng Lingling.

"My friend needs to see me about something, so I'll go to the Magic Association later."

Upon arriving at Bocheng Street in the ancient capital, Cheng Xiaoyu met Mu Bai and his group. Zhou Min was comforting the crying He Yu, and Zhao Kunsan and Wang Sanpang were also there.

"What's the situation now?"

Mo Fan immediately explained Zhang Xiaohou's situation, finally claiming that the place of death was near Weiju Village outside Anjie.

"Brother Yu, why don't you come with us to find Xiao Hou? With you there, the journey will definitely be smooth!"

Cheng Xiaoyu pondered for a moment, glanced at the expectant crowd, and sighed.

"It's not that it's impossible, but I have something I need to take care of right now—"

Upon hearing that it was about the Black Vatican, everyone present was filled with anger; it was those guys who had destroyed their homeland.

"No way, is the Black Vatican planning to take action against the ancient capital?"

"I don't know. It's just a commission. I came to the ancient capital to look for clues."

"Alright, Brother Yu, you go ahead and get busy. I also need to find someone who can take us to Weiju Village. There's no rush."

Since it concerned the Black Vatican, Mo Fan didn't say much and suggested that they leave whenever Cheng Xiaoyu decided when to go.

After finalizing the arrangements, Cheng Xiaoyu took the two women to the Magic Association, where they happened to run into an acquaintance.

"You are—Cheng Xiaoyu?"

The speaker was Councilor Zhu Meng, who looked at Cheng Xiaoyu in astonishment and stepped forward to ask in confusion.

"What are you doing in the ancient capital?"

Upon meeting Zhu Meng, Cheng Xiaoyu suddenly felt a strong connection with the guy and quickly explained the matter he had been asked to request, showing him the electronic files on his phone.

After reviewing the commission details, Zhu Meng's expression gradually turned serious. He thought of the recent anomalies in the ancient capital and then connected them to the Black Vatican.

"Could it be that the riot of the dead in the ancient capital is really related to the Black Vatican—"

"In any case, it's always better to be cautious. If possible, send someone to search the area. I think those guys are capable of anything."

"Yes, you're right. I'll go talk to the president and the others about it!"

Watching Zhu Meng leave, Cheng Xiaoyu felt that he had changed a lot; it seemed he had been reprimanded by his superiors.

He called Mu Bai to tell him that his matter had been resolved and that he could set off once things were settled with Mo Fan.

Leng Lingling was very excited about this, finally she could see the undead, while Jiang Feng listened to Cheng Xiaoyu and didn't care where they went.

Upon arriving at the booked hotel, Jiang Feng and Leng Lingling went to their room to rest. At this time, Cheng Xiaoyu received a reply from Mu Bai, who said that they should meet at the south gate of the outer city wall early the next morning.

He set a time and prepared to rest early, but he couldn't fall asleep no matter what he did in bed, his nerves just wouldn't relax.

What's going on? I feel a bit uneasy ever since I arrived in the ancient capital, as if something is about to happen. There seem to be some fragmented clues in my mind, but I can't connect them into a coherent whole.

Sigh, I hope my premonition is wrong —

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