The male supporting character was actually myself.

.........

The information transmitted back by the Horcrux almost instantly made Jiang Chen narrow his eyes. The soldiers who had been fighting on the front line for many years were holding their positions and preparing for battle according to the pre-arranged plan.

Some middle-level managers with limited power either resorted to insults or considered taking advantage of the chaos to escape;

The high-ranking officials had barely gotten out of bed when the nine elders of the highest-ranking security team remained in bed. They only asked about Jiang Chen's command of the operation before going back to rest.

Only when the alarm kept blaring and chaos erupted outside did an elder, upon being reported by his secretary, rise and stand on the balcony. He glanced at the scene and was immediately terrified, his legs going weak. "Quick! Contact the other elders! This situation is far too serious!"

None of the nine people had time to change into their everyday clothes; they were all gathered in the hall in their pajamas, cursing angrily.

"Damn it, didn't they just invade a few days ago and wipe them out? How come another large force is coming so soon? What did Jiang Chen say?"

The Grand Elder had long lost his usual air of superiority, and was so angry he almost smashed his cup. "That kid is dishonest! He called me before saying there might be a situation and that we needed to gather all the members of the national security team to be on high alert. I even asked him about it then, and he said all we needed to do was sit in and boost the morale of the soldiers, and that with him there, there would definitely be no problem."

They even said that our elders haven't been in charge for too long, and it's time for us to come out and fight a brilliant battle to boost morale.

I thought he made sense. We've lost too many men and morale is low in the last two years. Who knew the situation would be this serious? Isn't this just setting us up for failure?

"Last time, how many Soul Eaters did Jiang Chen kill himself? I could count them on one hand, and he almost lost his life. This time, it's an entire army of Soul Eaters. I'm not being pessimistic, but with our current security team's strength, we definitely can't hold them off!"

"In recent years, whenever there has been a difficult situation, Jiang Chen has personally taken charge. Judging from the situation outside, it's hard to say what would happen even if there were ten Jiang Chens. What should we do?"

The nine elders looked at each other, each secretly plotting their own schemes.

Before they could reach a conclusion, they suddenly heard screams from outside: "The world barrier has been breached!"

"Prepare for firepower! Take advantage of the Soul Eaters' immobilization and eliminate them preemptively!"

"A huge hole has been torn in the sky!"

"We're doomed! The army of Soul Eaters stretches as far as the eye can see!"

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Chapter Three: This Kid Isn't Honest

"The person in charge of the duty has submitted countless reports to the higher-ups. Now they're writing the same report again. But those two old men really didn't say anything when they came over that night. What kind of interesting things can they write from just a couple of sentences?"

"Aren't the higher-ups worried too? Section Chief Li (who is no good) is just a sideline, but when that guy gets involved, it's a major incident that even the security team can't handle!"

"I heard that the surveillance footage from the elevator was deleted after the two of them entered headquarters. I don't know what's going on!"

"Deleted elevator surveillance footage? Could it be that they brought some high-security equipment that they're worried about leaking?"

"Judging from the current situation, I'd bet a month's salary that something big is definitely going to happen this time!"

"Pah! Do you even need to tell me? Every security team member in the country, except for civilian staff, has been dragged here to wait. Would this kind of mobilization exist unless something major happened?"

"I heard from above that they urgently mobilized manpower because they were worried about something going wrong. Besides, we small fry can't be of much help anyway."

"I heard that last time the Soul Eaters invaded, Jiang Chen single-handedly dealt with it all, almost losing his life in the process."

"He's getting stronger and stronger. I remember when I first joined the security team three years ago, he wasn't this fierce."

"What's going on inside? Is something really going to happen?"

"What's there to be afraid of? Even if the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up. There's no use in us being afraid."

"That makes sense. Look, those two are watching the surveillance cameras every second. Anyway, with Jiang Chen around, it's not our turn to go..."

.........

Jiang Chen reclined on the sofa, intently reading a book in his hands, occasionally glancing at the adjusted mirror image. Meanwhile, his Soul Artifact traversed the entire headquarters building, transmitting back every word of gossip and rumors.

Do you know how many people at headquarters are actually working diligently right now?

The moment Li Chengze woke up from his chaotic nightmare, he heard the other person ask in a lazy tone.

"Damn it! You were spying on me?! Otherwise, how would you know I was awake?" He muttered, got up, fumbled for his glasses, put them on, and replied dizzily, "How would I know? Anyway... everyone seems pretty busy, especially those big shots who are busy with all sorts of meetings."

In order to keep themselves occupied, they even required each employee to write a reflection report online.

"Reflect on what?! Our brothers on the front lines are ready to die at any moment. I think it's those parasites who sit in air-conditioned offices playing cards and drawing the highest subsidies and bonuses who should be reflecting!"

Jiang Chen closed the book and casually put it aside, sitting on the sofa in a more crooked and comfortable position. "I guess I was a bit out of touch before, I never paid attention to the internal issues of the security team."

The initial idea was good and simple.

The membership hierarchy was based on ability; the stronger the ability, the higher the rank, the greater the power, and naturally, the higher the salary. At the time, I thought that in order to gain more fame and fortune, they would work hard to lead the security team to protect the world from harmful unknown entities.

But now...

In the end, I was too naive and wrong. Those with strong abilities hold high positions and can give orders at will, while those with weak abilities are powerless to resist because of their low rank and can only rush to the front line and risk their lives.

Those who should have used their extraordinary abilities and talents to protect the world have become parasites who occupy positions without doing their jobs.

Security team…

He didn't say the second half of his sentence, but just gave a cold laugh.

Li Chengze sensed something unfriendly in his tone and lowered his voice, saying, "There are some things we should just keep to ourselves; there's no need to say them out loud or show them. After all, the security team has now grown into a powerful behemoth with immense authority. How could just a bunch of enthusiasm and the two of us possibly make any changes?"

Didn't you say the other day that an individual cannot change the will of the group?

Wherever there is power and fame, corruption will inevitably arise. Selfless people like you are ultimately a minority. Look at me, I'm still trying to climb the ladder, earn more money, and gain more power, so I don't have to constantly be beholden to those above me.”

"Humans have seven emotions and six desires, so we can't judge them by saintly standards. However, everything should be done in moderation." Jiang Chen looked at his slender fingers and smiled slightly. "I was the one who brought the Security Group together. It's time to prune the branches and twigs, so of course I have a responsibility to guide them. Besides, if I succeed in this battle, I can prove a hypothesis, and then the Security Group's problems will be solved."

Li Chengze was very curious, but since the other party didn't offer an explanation, he didn't press the matter further.

The two stayed in the monitoring room for another two days. Just after noon that day, Jiang Chen felt a little unwell.

"Do you feel that the air seems a bit off?" He looked outside with a serious expression, but everything seemed normal, and it was clear that ordinary people had not noticed anything unusual.

The indoor temperature remained constant at 26 degrees Celsius, but Jiang Chen felt somewhat hot and dry.

"Air?" Li Chengze took a breath and shook his head. "I didn't notice anything. Have we been cooped up in the house for too long? Why don't you go out for a walk and get some fresh air? I'll keep an eye on the monitor."

He waved his hand in denial, saying, "No, there's definitely something wrong! There seems to be a burning sensation in the air, not on a physical level, but probably something my soul senses directly. Chengze, have them bring the food over quickly. After we eat, we'll both rest up. If something's going to happen, it'll most likely be tonight!"

Although he had prepared himself mentally, Li Chengze was still a little nervous when he heard that the main event tonight was likely to take place.

In the past two days, under Jiang Chen's indirect command, all personnel in all branches of the National Security Group, except for the most basic clerical staff, have been urgently recalled. The area around the Security Group headquarters building has now been completely cleared out, and all those living there are members of the Security Group.

He didn't specify what the matter was or what the task was, but the senior members of the security team were all somewhat nervous.

The Soul Eater invasion has become increasingly serious in the past two years. Last time, if it weren't for Jiang Chen's swift and decisive action, countless lives would have been lost, and it would have caused widespread panic. How much time has passed? Jiang Chen's already high alert makes them very uneasy. Has it really come to the point where they have to sacrifice lives to stop the invasion?

Having held high positions for too long, many complacent and complacent high-ranking officials lack awareness of danger.

Upon hearing various rumors and gossip, they immediately sent their family members out through various channels, since the other side of the ocean would certainly be safer if the invasion occurred in Songhai City.

If they weren't still attached to the status and power of the security team, and if they didn't believe that with Jiang Chen in charge and so many lower-level members stationed there, they wouldn't have to go to the battlefield, most of the high-ranking members who were used to a comfortable and luxurious life would have run away together long ago.

When the sky falls, the taller people hold it up. Even if the end of the world really comes, having so much money and strength will allow them to last longer than ordinary people.

"Ha, these parasites." As night fell, Jiang Chen, having eaten and drunk his fill and slept soundly, stretched and stood by the window looking down.

Everywhere you look, the buildings are bustling with people. Members from various branches who have been urgently summoned to headquarters are contacting people and gathering information. Apart from the members who have been fighting on the front lines for years, who are cleaning their guns and weapons again and again in preparation for battle, anyone with a little power has no heart for work.

With his powerful Soul Artifact, Jiang Chen could travel anywhere he wanted. By switching perspectives, he could see and hear their whispers and small actions as if he were invisible.

Li Chengze had just woken up and was still groggy. He stretched and reached for his glasses. "You know, although you helped create the security team, you're not officially part of the organization and don't know the ins and outs of it."

Who wouldn't want to be in a high position with plenty of subordinates to help share their troubles?

However, it is clearly stipulated that the status of the security group is determined by strength and merit. Some old guys want to squeeze their useless descendants in, so they have to find a way to exploit the loopholes.

"If you stay at headquarters for two years, or even a year... never mind, even if you actually get in, you'll be treated differently from us."

After quickly washing up, he returned and found Jiang Chen still standing by the window. He walked over and asked curiously, "What are you looking at? Are we about to start?"

"I'm seeing how many people will remain in the security team if we get through tonight."

"Huh?!" Li Chengze was startled. "It's really come to the point where...we need a human wave tactic? Jiang Chen, how did you know this crisis would be so serious?"

He looked down at the security team members moving through the streets, his voice trembling slightly. "Those are all living, breathing people, each representing a family... And if we really need to use lives to get through this ordeal, what about next time? If the Soul Eaters attack again, can we still stop them?"

Jiang Chen did not reply.

He crossed his arms and let the Horcrux carry his "vision" through the streets and alleys, his mind constantly "replaying" the scenes of him and Xiaobai punishing evil and promoting good while pretending to be compliant.

"It seems like I really was modified by the virtual main system, right?" Jiang Chen tilted her head to look at Li Chengze, a faint smile on her face. "In the past, I would definitely have been at the forefront, blocking all the major disasters. Actually, it's strange, the more I recall, the more I feel that the me in the mission world is completely different from the me in reality."

Don't be fooled by my high appearance fees; problems that can be solved with money aren't really problems.

Some people in the security team acted with impunity because they knew I was there to back them up. This time, I'm going to teach them a lesson so they'll know there's no such thing as a free lunch.

Li Chengze nodded blankly; he had indeed been modified!

Damn it, if he really uses the lives of the frontline security team members to teach those corrupt officials a lesson, how am I supposed to stop him?

Looking down at his own well-developed muscles honed from years of combat training, and then glancing at Jiang Chen's tall and slender frame, Li Chengze secretly wondered if he would get a severe beating if he tried to hit him...

"Woo woo woo~" At 1:05 a.m., the alarm suddenly sounded a low and continuous long alarm sound.

Jiang Chen looked up immediately and saw that the atmosphere in the cloudless sky above the bright moon seemed to be slightly distorted, with black shadows constantly swaying, looking like a scene of demons dancing wildly.

"It's about to begin, let's go to the top floor!"

Jiang Chen went out first, and Li Chengze sighed inwardly, "This is the difference! He can see the situation with just a glance, but I have to go through the monitoring tower to see it. The sky looks like it's going to poke a hole in it, and countless Soul Eaters are about to swarm in!"

Following closely behind, he climbed to the rooftop. The air seemed to carry a scorching heat, making Li Chengze feel somewhat anxious.

"Now I can tell something's wrong with what you're saying. Your strength has increased to the point where you're halfway around the world ahead of me." He tried to make conversation to ease the tension while taking off his suit jacket and throwing it aside, ready to face the challenge.

Surprisingly, Jiang Chen didn't bring his tool bag today. Instead, he took out a large megaphone specially supplied by the security team from a black bag that he had prepared in advance.

"Heh, are you going to use sound waves to fight the enemy? Like a lion's roar?" Li Chengze swallowed hard, watching as all the members of the security team mobilized almost instantly after the alarm sounded, so nervous that he didn't dare to breathe.

After tonight's battle, how many people will survive?

"Oh my god! It's an invasion by the army of Soul Eaters!"

"No wonder headquarters suddenly recruited all the staff from across the country, how the hell are we supposed to fight this?!"

"Damn it! Those old fogies at the top aren't even showing their faces. Are they trying to use us as cannon fodder?"

"No wonder they didn't give us advance notice. If they had, everyone would have run away. Who the hell would want to come and die!"

"Hiss... If we can't stop so many Soul Eaters from rushing in, the end of the world is coming! Brothers, it's time to fight to the death! If we can't protect our parents, children, all our relatives, and so many civilians in the rear, we're doomed!"

"Prepare to fight to the death, there's no turning back."

"Thunder Team, line up! Hold the front line and don't retreat an inch!"