"So this is a collaboration between the Market Development Department and the Erudite Society?" the young man said calmly.

"Tell me the specific details of this shipment."

"This is... no, this is an internal company matter, I'm sorry I can't disclose it!"

The commissioner had intended to say something harsh, but seeing the other party's indifferent expression, his voice suddenly lowered.

His eyes flickered slightly, and he couldn't help but probe, "You seem to know so much about the company... May I ask if you are a colleague of mine?"

Upon hearing this, Jing Yuan's face flashed with a strange expression. He looked at Lin Yuan and couldn't help but tease him, "Young friend, you seem to be very low-key standing on such a high place. The company staff below don't even know what you look like."

"We, who are in a superior position, should simply not lose our integrity. Like the Amber King, we remain silent, merely protecting all living beings."

Lin Yuan waved his hand modestly, his expression remaining unchanged.

Jing Yuan sighed and turned to the company specialist whose face had become somewhat blank:

"Guest of the company, let me introduce you... This is Lin Yuan, the current head of the Statistics Department and the Guardian of the Interstellar Peace Company."

Upon hearing this, the commissioner's legs went weak. His vision suddenly blurred, and his mind went blank.

Even a specialist like him, who works outside the office, knows about the major events that have recently occurred in Pierpoint.

The newly established department, its astonishing authority and responsibilities, and that "World-Rising One" he had only heard rumors about—now, he was actually... right in front of him?!

Did I just say anything unrealistic? Was I impolite? Did I show any dereliction of duty to the company?

The development department specialist immediately reflected on himself, and after confirming that he hadn't said anything more, he swallowed and put on a respectful expression.

His voice trembled slightly: "Master... Supervisor, I... I was only following orders to deliver this shipment for the Society of Scholars. I know nothing else..."

"Don't be nervous," Lin Yuan said gently.

Just answer whatever I ask.

"Absolutely! Supervisor, please ask whatever you want! If I'm hiding anything, may I be struck by lightning, or may Amber King smash me to death with his hammer!"

"Hey, no need to exaggerate like that." A glint of light flashed in Lin Yuan's eyes.

Tell me, what is being transported in this shipment?

The commissioner glanced at the others, and at Lin Yuan's prompting, Jing Yuan gladly asked the rest of the unrelated people to leave.

A fleeting look of hesitation crossed the commissioner's face. But upon seeing Lin Yuan, he decisively gave his instructions:

"This shipment contains a batch of combat machines called 'Roaring Coffins,' developed by the Erudite Society. Although I don't know the specific design, it's said to be... is..."

"What is it?"

"It is made from the biological tissues of the Buli people."

As soon as he finished speaking, the expressions of everyone present changed slightly.

"The Buli people, what is the origin of their biological tissues?"

"I know nothing about any of this, sir! I was only responsible for escorting the supplies, and I don't even know the transport routes of the cargo ships."

"Where did this batch of goods originate from?"

“It’s a research institute of the Academy of Broad Knowledge… Uh, sir, I’ve heard that there are indeed hunting groups of the Buli people active there.”

"Okay." Lin Yuan's eyes flashed with understanding, and he nodded slightly.

"You don't need to handle this matter anymore. From now on, my Department of Statistics will take over. I will speak to your superiors."

Upon hearing Lin Yuan's words, the commissioner vaguely sensed something was amiss. Had he been dragged into some kind of scheme? His expression turned grave, and he respectfully took his leave.

After he left, Lin Yuan turned to Jing Yuan and asked, "General, where are these company goods now?"

"This batch of goods has been temporarily detained in the prison because it caused considerable damage at the Industrial Construction Department."

Jing Yuan's eyes flickered slightly.

"On the way to Shence Prefecture with Chief Qingzu, I saw many Bu Li people causing trouble in the streets and alleys. Is the general aware of this?"

“However, I have received reports that some outsiders have infiltrated Luofu and intend to disrupt the ceremony.” Jing Yuan nodded.

"General, one coincidence might be a coincidence, but too many coincidences suggest someone is behind it." Lin Yuan's gaze was calm.

"This matter concerns Luofu's internal affairs, but I still suggest that the generals should now confirm the safety of the Youqiu Prison. I see a familiar shadow in this plan, and I urge you both to understand, General Jingyuan and General Huaiyan."

As soon as Lin Yuan finished speaking, both Jing Yuan and the old man's expressions changed.

Ignoring the fact that Lin Yuan had already recognized him, Huai Yan pondered for a moment, then suddenly looked up:

"Jingyuan, there may be some changes regarding Hu Lei!"

A sharp glint appeared in Jing Yuan's eyes, and he instantly stood up, his surging aura emanating from all around.

"What you say is timely. We need to act quickly now, or things will change."

General Shence pondered for a moment, then stopped in his tracks. He took out the jade tablet, his voice firm and resolute:

"General Feixiao, quickly suppress the Youju Prison. There may be unforeseen events regarding the Hulei incident."

..........

Chapter 370 Clarity

After making careful arrangements, Jing Yuan's complexion improved slightly.

"I just contacted the Prison of Shadows, and sure enough, things have changed inside. I have notified General Feixiao to go there and mobilized the Cloud Cavalry to stabilize the situation."

After exchanging a few words with General Huaiyan, Jingyuan turned his gaze to Lin Yuan.

"Thanks to your timely reminder, young friend, Jing Yuan thanks you on behalf of everyone at Luofu. If we hadn't gotten the truth from that company representative, we would probably still be in the dark."

Lin Yuan shook his head, not taking credit for it.

"I never expected to see General Huaiyan of the Zhu Ming Immortal Ship here. And according to General Jingyuan just now, General Tianji of the Yao Qing Immortal Ship is also here?"

The three hunting envoys have gathered in Luofu; it seems this is a trap set by the alliance against external enemies? Perhaps I was overthinking it.

Jing Yuan's expression faltered slightly, and he gently shook his head, a look of weariness flashing in his eyes.

"Ahem." General Huaiyan finally spoke, his aged gaze falling on Lin Yuan.

"I had long heard that a company envoy had lent a hand during the invasion of the Immortal Ship by Lord Jinmie. Now it seems that it was you, sir. Truly, heroes emerge from among the young. I am truly feeling old, hehehe."

The aged laughter stopped abruptly, and Huai Yan's expression suddenly turned serious:

"But there is one thing I need to correct. The reason I have come to Luofu with General Feixiao is to represent the Marshal and the Ten Kings in holding us accountable."

The matter of Huanlong's intrusion is fraught with doubt, and in the aforementioned official document, you, as the company's envoy, left no testimony. Now that you're here, I must ask you: Is the matter of Huanlong truly as it seems?"

"Elder Yan!" Jing Yuan's expression changed, and he was about to step forward to persuade him.

Huai Yan raised his hand, and the might of the Emperor Bow Heavenly General suddenly burst forth from his short body.

Faced with the questioning, Lin Yuan remained calm and asked in return, "Whether it's true or false, aren't there nameless passengers from the Starry Sky Train who can testify? You should have invited them as well, right?"

"I have already met with those young men from the nameless guest, General Feixiao. To prove their innocence, they have already gone to the Ten Kings' Bureau to leave their testimonies. But now..."

Huaiyan stroked his beard, exchanged a glance with Jingyuan, and hesitated to speak.

"General Huaiyan, there's no need for such formalities." Lin Yuan's voice rose slightly as he raised his eyes and looked down at the old general.

"Given my friendship with General Jingyuan, I can naturally keep this testimony. But I won't test the methods of the Ten Kings Division. I think the Ten Kings of the Immortal Ship have no right to ask a high-ranking company executive to do anything."

A glint of light flashed in Huai Yan's eyes: "You're that confident, sir?"

"If a person lacks self-confidence, it means that he or she lacks the strength to back up his or her impressive resume."

Lin Yuan responded frankly, his voice leaving no room for doubt.

"I can sense General Huaiyan's trust in General Jingyuan. And that General Tianji, though I've never met him, I imagine he feels the same way. If I'm not mistaken..."

His tone became playful.

"This investigation in Luofu was ordered by the Ten Kings of your Immortal Ship. Your marshal then took advantage of the situation, sending someone to divine the outcome beforehand, predicting that something big was about to happen in Luofu, and thus sent the two generals here to oversee the situation. You two should have known this long ago, right?"

Huaiyan and Jingyuan exchanged a glance, surprise flashing in their eyes.

"Elder Yan, I've said it before, young friend Lin Yuan is an extraordinary talent, and should not be underestimated in the slightest," Jing Yuan said with a smile.

"Hmm." Huaiyan stroked his beard.

"With Young Friend Lin as our witness, the Ten Kings should have something to say. Judging from your insights, it seems you have quite a good understanding of our Immortal Boat Alliance?"

Lin Yuan shook his head: "There's nothing new in this world. Senior employees hold high positions, just like in Xianzhou and the company. It's nothing unusual. But thankfully, the company has me, and it will soon be full of new vitality."

He abruptly changed the subject, his gaze sharp.

"You two are speaking with me here. I've also heard of Hu Lei, the name of the prison, and I've heard that he's Bu Lizhan's leader. Is it appropriate to rely on General Tianji alone?"

“Young friend, there’s no need to worry about that.” Jing Yuan nodded calmly.

"Among the Seven Heavenly Generals, General Feixiao's combat strength is definitely among the best. Even Elder Yan and I admit that we are inferior to him."

"Oh?" Lin Yuan nodded slightly.

"In that case, let's get back to the main topic. As I said before, this story has familiar elements. You two must have guessed it already. The fact that the brainless Bu Liren could make such a scheme against the Youqiu Prison is likely related to that Huanlong."

His gaze was sharp as he stared directly at the two of them.

"It just so happens that the three generals of the Immortal Ship are gathered here. The reason for my trip is to discuss with the Immortal Ship Alliance the matter of jointly attacking the Destroyer."

............

Half an hour ago.

The Sky Ship Bureau, where General Fei Xiao, who was catching up with Yu Kong, received Jing Yuan's message and his expression changed drastically.

"Yu Kong, there may be trouble in the Prison of Darkness. I need to go ahead."

Before he finished speaking, the fox-man general pushed off with both feet and flashed to the main gate of Sichen Palace.

"Official business comes first; we can discuss our matters later." She waved to Yu Kong, and as she turned away, her eyes suddenly sharpened.

"Something has happened in the Prison of the Dead. Jiaoqiu, Moze, and those nameless little fellows are probably all in danger!"

She paused, then transformed into a streak of azure light and soared into the sky.

In the blink of an eye, General Feixiao had soared into the sky, riding the wind and running at breakneck speed, truly living up to his name of Feihuang.

Looking up from the ground, a streak of light streaked across the sky, like a rainbow transformation technique described by storytellers, astonishing countless people who looked up in awe.

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