Chapter 2922: Quick Transmigration Bureau 01

Quick Transmigration Bureau.

The vaulted ceiling was high and wide, light bands slowly wandering between the pillars, systems dragging various colored light tails flying back and forth—some like balls of fur, some like winged books, some simply a talking cloud.

In the hall people came and went; a few employees who had just finished a mission gathered by the transfer platform to exchange data, and out of the corner of their eyes they spotted Jin Chen, immediately straightened up, and nodded in greeting.

Jin Chen nodded, his steps not stopping; before he had taken three steps, Lu Jun grabbed Gengu's wrist, his pace so fast it almost pulled the person along, rushing through the corridor in a flurry.

Gengu did not struggle, letting him lead.

Jin Chen: "……"

Counterattack Department.

A few employees who had just finished tallying points walked toward them, holding terminals, discussing the difficulty of a certain small world's mission.

Seeing Lu Jun, the one in the lead immediately stood at attention and shouted respectfully, "Department Head Lu!"

Lu Jun's steps paused slightly, his expression steady as he nodded.

After those few passed, another system dragged its light tail past Lu Jun's shoulder, its round body spinning a full 360 degrees, emitting a cheerful electronic chime: "Boss Lu! You're looking great today!"

Lu Jun still kept a stern face, chin slightly tucked, and gave a low, composed "uh" for the second time.

Gengu walked at his side, taking in the whole scene, the smile lines at the corners of his eyes deepening a bit.

"What are you laughing at?" Lu Jun turned his head, the warmth at his ears already hard to suppress.

"Nothing." Gengu's voice was gentle.

"Just feel that you have quite a presence in the Bureau."

Gengu compliantly let him pull him into the imposing department head's office.

At the same time, at the other end of the Quick Transmigration Bureau, the exclusive office of Lingduan Bai Ze.

Ling Gun Gun burst through the door, legs splayed like a cannonball, charging straight at Bai Ze, who was seated upright in a high-backed chair.

Bai Ze was lowering his head to process the floating light screen before him; sensing the movement, he lifted his head, was knocked back by the impact, and looked at the furball in his arms desperately trying to nuzzle into his collar, sighing helplessly.

"Wasn't it said to wait until after transformation to go? One moment of inattention and it ran off."

Ling Gun Gun poked its head out from his arm, declaring righteously: "Waiting for transformation is way too long!"

It then buried its face back into Bai Ze's palm, feeling guilty: "Actually I really miss the boss too."

Jin Chen pulled out the opposite chair and sat down, getting straight to the point: "Bai Ze, I've found you an assistant."

Bai Ze lifted his eyes from Ling Gun Gun, showing a hint of doubt: "How so?"

"Earth God." Jin Chen spoke concisely: "That kid Lu Jun has found him back, just returned to his position, and he's in his office right now."

Bai Ze's eyes flickered with surprise: "Lu Jun actually this fast..."

"That makes sense; he is a spirit dragon, having exhausted all his points, with deep obsession, finding the Earth God's reincarnation is also a matter of fate."

Bai Ze seemed to think of something, his pupils slightly brightening as he looked at Jin Chen, his tone carrying a rare undulation: "Speaking of which, if the Earth God could return to his position, perhaps… it could greatly aid the restoration of the master's soul."

Jin Chen, who had been lounging, sat up straight, his eyes sharp: "Is that really true?"

"Mm." Bai Ze affirmed with a nod, his fingertip lightly tapping the light screen.

"The Earth God shares origin with the earth, governing nurture and transformation; his divine power is neutral and harmonious, containing the most primal life force and connective power."

"The transformation and rebirth of all things in the world, even the operation of heavenly principles, lies within his sensing range; the master's soul fragments, after years of nurturing and your continual bringing back of fragments to complete them, have reached the later stage, lacking only a final stream of pure, steady power that can penetrate beginning to end—once that is available, we can attempt to fully awaken and unite them."

Bai Ze looked at Jin Chen, tone solemn: "The Earth God's divine power may very well be the key to this final step."

Jin Chen heard this, hardly hesitating, sprang to his feet: "Let's go."

"Where to?" Bai Ze blinked.

"Lu Jun's office." Jin Chen turned and walked out, "To find the Earth God."

Bai Ze watched his back, then glanced at the Ling Gun Gun in his arms eagerly looking at him, let out a soft sigh, placed Ling Gun Gun on his shoulder, and rose to follow.

When Jin Chen and Bai Ze arrived at Lu Jun's imposing office, Lu Jun happened to be showing off his various collected treasures to Gengu, who listened with a good temper.

Seeing Jin Chen and Bai Ze, Lu Jun immediately restrained his smug expression, warily eyeing Jin Chen: "What are you up to again?"

Jin Chen: "Earth God, I need your help with something."

Gengu stepped out from behind Lu Jun, gave Bai Ze a slight nod: "Long time no see."

Bai Ze took two steps back and bowed to the Earth God.

The Earth God accepted calmly, his expression peaceful: "Please speak."

Bai Ze, standing in for the somewhat emotionally fluctuating Jin Chen, laid out the speculation in full.

After hearing Bai Ze's words, the Earth God fell silent for a moment.

Lu Jun looked at the Earth God somewhat nervously, and also shot Jin Chen a glare.

After a long while, the Earth God spoke slowly, carrying the tranquility accumulated over myriad ages.

"Actually, during my time in the small world, I kept thinking, what could I do for him?"

"Before Chenshu became the supreme god, we were already friends; he had granted me much protection and care. Even after the divine realm fell into turmoil, with countless matters entangled and contact dwindling, our affection remained unchanged—he scattered his soul to shield all living beings; such breadth and sacrifice, I can only admire."

"Now that I have a chance to exert a little effort, there's no reason to stand by and do nothing."

Having said that, after a moment's thought, he continued: "I want to enter the barrier and meet him face to face."

Jin Chen looked at him, after a few seconds nodded.

"Good."

No one knew how long Gengu stayed in that nurturing barrier.

Outsiders are not allowed to enter the barrier, and spiritual sense cannot penetrate it; this time Jin Chen also couldn't get in, so he could only wait outside.

During that period, Bai Ze also pressed him to rest for three days.

In those three days, he was arranged to soak in spiritual springs four times, undergo two restorations, eat seven meals of medicinal concoctions personally prepared by Bai Ze, and sleep a total of over forty hours.

Jin Chen did not protest; he rested quietly, ate quietly, slept quietly, as if awaiting some crucial moment.

Only each time he woke, his gaze would first fall toward the direction of the barrier.

Nothing could be seen there.

After a long while, the light curtain flickered slightly.

Gengu walked out.

"Why so long?" Jin Chen asked, unable to help turning his head to look inside the barrier, but aside from the hazy light mist, nothing could be seen.

Not being able to see his wife was annoying.

Gengu looked at Jin Chen's anxious yet aggrieved expression and shook his head.

"Actually, not long after entering, I and the Sovereign God came up with a feasible method."

Gengu said slowly, his voice steady: "That method… has certain requirements for the stability and endurance of your soul, and the process might be a bit arduous."

"Chenshu absolutely refuses to let you suffer even a bit, forcing me to think: is there a gentler, more foolproof alternative?"

Gengu said, seeming to recall something, shook his head and smiled, his smile carrying nostalgia for the past: "Back in the divine realm, it was always like this. That Sovereign God, though seeming indifferent to everything, always puts you, this little divine prince, first, protecting you closely."

"Back then you were still a restless little divine prince—today fishing in the Eastern Extreme Sea, tomorrow chasing butterflies in the Kunlun Ruins, all day without proper form, making all the gods headache, only he let you run wild."

Jin Chen: "……"

He caused so much trouble in the divine hall before, and everyone who comes has to recount it.

"And then?" Jin Chen pressed.

"Finally…" Gengu's smile faded, his expression turning serious.

"I and Chenshu have repeatedly simulated and weighed it; we unanimously agree that the original method, although it requires you to bear risk, is the fastest, most stable, and also the most beneficial choice for your two futures' foundations. Moreover, I will stand guard beside you."

"We have decided that I will stand guard, and inside the barrier you and Chenshu will practice dual cultivation."

Jin Chen: "???"

At some point Lu Jun also rushed over, just hearing this line: "???"

White Marsh stood silently at a slight distance: "……"

Ling Gun Gun perched on White Marsh's shoulder, his little eyes wide round: "Whoa!"

Jin Chen: "……Wait a minute, what does that mean—does dual cultivation suffice?"

Lu Jun stared at Gengu: "On what grounds do you still get to stand guard? What's the point of you just listening from outside?"

Gengu, vexed by their reactions, raised a hand to rub his brow: "Just hear me out."