Chapter 82

83. Chapter 83: Reputation Ruined (Alliance Leader Bonus: Pure White Baseball Cap)

The addition of the Practitioners Association made the originally clear situation become confusing again.

The three parties were intertwined, and all of them had ideas about the mystic object.

In this situation, even Zhang Lei, as the captain of the Investigation Bureau, had to weigh things carefully. After all, they had already left the jurisdiction, and this place was very close to the danger zone. The deterrent power of the status of an investigator was very small, and for the sake of the mystic object, these people really dared to strike hard.

However, Li Li Shaoqing's words directly eased the escalation of the conflict.

That's right.

The mystic object hadn't even been confirmed, and they were already fighting; how stupid.

Whether it was worth risking everything to snatch the mystic object also depended on whether the value of that mystic object was great enough.

"What you said makes sense. Let us take a look at the mystic object in the building to satisfy everyone's curiosity. Zhang Lei, your individual ability is limited, and you can't stop so many people. For the sake of the lives of the investigators under you, you should just agree to Li Li Shaoqing's request."

At this time, Wei Bin saw that there was a turning point in the matter and spoke up immediately.

"I can also guarantee that if the mystic object has no value, I will retreat immediately and will never cause trouble for everyone."

"Wei Bin, it's not your place to speak here." Zhang Lei scolded him without any politeness: "I haven't even settled the score with you for the fact that your people injured one of my investigators."

"The person who made the move was named Wu Li; he has already been sniped by your people, and the body is right there. Didn't you see it?" Wei Bin said: "The culprit who injured the person is already dead; what else do you want? Moreover, this matter of injuring an investigator has nothing to do with me. Don't slander people. Even if you are a captain, you have to provide evidence when you speak; otherwise, I will hire a lawyer to sue you for defamation."

He spoke right away, pushing all the blame onto the dead person who had already been killed by Li Yi.

"Sue your mother, Wei Bin, you deeply sinful guy, you still dare to spout nonsense here. I, the Daoist priest, will send you to the afterlife now." Daoist Priest Pete couldn't take it anymore; the sniper rifle in his hand was aimed directly at Wei Bin, and he pulled the trigger without any hesitation.

Bang!

A gunshot rang out.

Wei Bin's expression froze. He had been prepared; with his Spirit Perception opened, he could detect the danger around him at the first moment and could even manage to dodge the bullet in advance.

He just tilted his body.

The bullet grazed past him and didn't hit him at all.

But a Spirit Medium Realm practitioner behind Wei Bin was unlucky; he didn't even have time to react and was instantly pierced through the chest, dying on the spot.

Obviously.

Daoist Priest Pete did it on purpose; he knew one shot couldn't kill Wei Bin, but being able to reduce the number of people on his side was also a good thing.

And counting this person, before they had even engaged in a fight, Wei Bin's group of wanderers had already suffered three losses, including a practitioner who had opened their inspiration. It could be said that they had suffered heavy losses.

"Pete, don't go too far. Do you really think I wouldn't dare to kill you just because you're a monk?"

Wei Bin glanced at the body behind him, having lost all face, and was suddenly burning with anger. He strode forward, seemingly really wanting to find an opportunity to finish this guy off.

"Come on, Wei Bin, try it."

Zhang Lei snorted coldly and also took a few steps forward, blocking in front of Daoist Priest Pete.

He didn't dare to gamble on whether Wei Bin would make a move. Once this guy got close to a dangerous distance, with Wei Bin's strength, it was really possible for him to finish off Daoist Priest Pete in an instant.

"Zhang Lei, that score from just now hasn't been settled yet. If you want to die, I don't mind sending you on your way."

Wei Bin was truly enraged at this moment; his eyes were glowing, and white light was flickering around his body, like flashes of static electricity.

Under the effect of the guidance technique, the cosmic energy within his body surged, full of danger.

"Wei Bin, calm down for me. The matter of the mystic object hasn't been clarified yet; I won't agree to you making a move now."

At this moment, a figure suddenly flickered and arrived, coming directly between the two. It was Yang Yang Yi Long, who raised his right arm, pointed at Wei Bin's head, and spoke coldly.

"Yang Yang Yi Long..." Wei Bin's expression stiffened.

As a practitioner who also practiced the guidance technique, he understood Yang Yang Yi Long's terror better than anyone.

His guidance technique could only guide the energy within his body to the surface of his skin, but Yang Yang Yi Long had already practiced the guidance technique to an extremely profound level. The energy in his body gathered and could actually form an invisible sharp sword. That sword was extremely lethal and could easily tear apart even the bodies of extraordinary creatures. If he were to touch it, the consequences could be imagined.

"Hehe, Zhang Lei, if you keep insisting like this, once a real fight breaks out, things will be out of control. So, are you planning to use the dozen or so lives of your Investigation Bureau to protect the mystic object, or should we sit down and have a good talk, the four of us?" At this moment, Li Li Shaoqing also strode over.

Zhang Lei's gaze shifted slightly; he understood that his strength here couldn't control the overall situation.

Even if he reported and requested support, it would take time to mobilize masters to come over.

Distant water cannot quench near thirst; Zhang Lei understood this principle, and others understood it too.

Therefore, whether it was the Practitioners Association or the wanderers, they were all very urgent and wouldn't give Zhang Lei the possibility of stalling for time.

The matter of the mystic object must have a result today—no, even within an hour.

After thinking seriously, Zhang Lei took a long breath and then said: "Li Li Shaoqing, Yang Yang Yi Long."

The two people's expressions shifted, and they looked at Zhang Lei.

"... And Wei Bin, come with me." Zhang Lei finally compromised; he didn't dare to gamble with the dozen or so lives of his Investigation Bureau.

After finishing his words, Zhang Lei immediately turned around and walked toward the building where the skeleton mural existed.

"That's right." Li Li Shaoqing said calmly, then ordered: "Everyone from the Practitioners Association, wait here. Without my permission, no one is allowed to act recklessly."

Yang Yang Yi Long also stopped confronting Wei Bin; he smiled slightly and immediately walked toward the direction of the building.

"You guys wait here, don't make a move. I'm going into the building to take a look at that mystic object." Wei Bin also ordered the others: "Qian Daozi, keep a close eye on them. Whoever ruins things, kill them directly."

"Understood." Qian Daozi had a sinister look on his face and nodded slightly.

Just as the four of them reached the entrance of the building, Zhang Lei suddenly thought of something, stopped in his tracks, and turned his head to glance back.

Li Yi, who was in the crowd, felt it immediately.

It was very clear that Zhang Lei's gaze was looking at him.

"Li Yi, you know the most about the situation inside the building. This time, I'll trouble you to make a trip with me." Zhang Lei said.

"Alright." Li Yi nodded and didn't refuse.

Watching Li Yi walk over, Yang Yang Yi Long's pupils shifted slightly, and he immediately recalled the events that had happened a while ago. So, he still had a relatively deep impression of Li Yi, but he didn't expect that after not seeing him for a while, this Li Yi had actually joined the Investigation Bureau, become a field combatant, and judging by the looks of it, seemed to be highly valued by Zhang Lei.

"Li Yi, hello, long time no see. Did you get used to staying at my place last time?" Yang Yang Yi Long then smiled and greeted him.

"You know each other?" Zhang Lei glanced at Li Yi and said.

Li Yi nodded: "Of course I know him, but our relationship isn't good. Last time I worked at his place, I almost died in the danger zone. It was hard enough to get a fist technique in the danger zone, and it was forcibly taken away by him. If I hadn't handed over the fist technique, I probably wouldn't have been able to walk out of his house, and even the little bit of wages I earned would have had to be returned together."

"..." The smile on Yang Yang Yi Long's face suddenly stiffened.

He subconsciously wanted to refute, but the words stopped at his lips... It seemed that everything Li Yi said was correct.

But why did it sound so harsh when strung together?

"Oh, there's such a thing." Zhang Lei sized up Yang Yang Yi Long, a hint of unkindness appearing in his eyes.

Even Li Li Shaoqing, who was also from the Practitioners Association, couldn't help but frown.

It seemed that Yang Yang Yi Long had often bullied the weak and snatched things by force behind people's backs.

This method was too disgraceful.

If you want something from someone, you can spend money to buy it.

Spending some money, even if it's just haggling, why would someone with status and position act like a robber?

"By the way, a woman named Qin Qing also went missing. She didn't come back after going to the danger zone. I don't know if it has anything to do with him." Li Yi continued.

Qin Qing?

Li Li Shaoqing's gaze sank. He also knew Qin Qing. Now, reminded by Li Yi, that Qin Qing had indeed not shown up in the Practitioners Association for a long time.

"Li Yi, that's enough."

Yang Yang Yi Long suddenly shouted at this moment. He understood that this Li Yi was splashing dirty water on him.

"What, Yang Yang Yi Long? Still want to bully people from my Investigation Bureau?" Zhang Lei also shouted, without any politeness.

Li Yi had just saved a dozen or so people, including himself. Based on this point, no matter what trouble or crime he committed in the future, he had to protect him.

If he didn't protect him, the hearts of the people would scatter, and he, as the captain, could forget about being one.

Li Li Shaoqing's expression also turned slightly cold: "Yang Yang Yi Long, after today, you have to give me an explanation regarding Qin Qing. No matter what, Qin Qing is also a member of the Practitioners Association. Having gone missing for so long without any explanation, I, as the vice president, have to manage it to some extent."

"This Li Yi is slandering me; can't you see that?" Yang Yang Yi Long's expression was a bit ugly.

"When did I slander you? Isn't what I said a fact? Yang Yang Yi Long, you naturally evil guy, dare you say you didn't learn my fist technique?" Li Yi said immediately.

Yang Yang Yi Long was silent for a moment and said: "Li Yi, I did indeed learn your fist technique, but that was also something you were willing to teach me. Didn't I say it? I owe you a favor."

"Willing?"

Zhang Lei snorted heavily: "Yang Yang Yi Long, you're fooling ghosts with these words. Robbery is robbery; don't be so hypocritical, it's shameful."

"Yang Yang Yi Long, so you didn't spend a penny to learn someone else's technique. No wonder others have opinions about you." Li Li Shaoqing shook his head slightly, and his perception of this Yang Yang Yi Long plummeted.

Li Yi said again: "I could accept taking my fist technique without spending money; after all, my strength wasn't as good as his, so I accepted the loss. But my friend Lin Yue couldn't take it and went to ask for an explanation, and as a result, her arm was crippled by him. I won't forgive this matter."

"What, you even beat someone up when they came to ask for an explanation?" Li Li Shaoqing felt surprised and looked at Yang Yang Yi Long again.

At this moment, he felt that Yang Yang Yi Long was very strange.

As a Spirit Perception Realm practitioner, why was Yang Yang Yi Long's bottom line so low?

"Haha, Yang Yang Yi Long, I didn't expect you to be the same kind of person as me, but you weren't ruthless enough, not decisive enough. If it were me, after you got the fist technique, you should have killed this Li Yi. Wouldn't there be no proof of death now? How would there be a day of exposure?"

Wei Bin laughed loudly at this moment.

"Wei Bin, can you shut your mouth for me." Yang Yang Yi Long was so angry that his eyes turned red. Who the hell was the same kind of person as you?

He felt that after today, his reputation would probably be ruined.