Chapter 295 - 301: Chief Investigator Xu Tianhua
Chapter 295 - 301: Chief Investigator Xu Tianhua
Xu Tianhua!
Su Zhengcheng recognized him!
This guy is the famous Xu Tianhua!
He's one of the leaders of the first-pass Boundary Tower team, with a military background, a Lieutenant Colonel rank, originally the deputy brigade commander of the Special Warfare Brigade, and one of the most famous experts in the combat zone.
Wait a minute!
This is not right!
How could Xu Tianhua appear in Jiang City?
Even Hang Yu noticed him, showing a look of surprise, "Old Xu? What are you doing here!"
This feeling is a bit strange!
It's the first time encountering a comrade from the Spirit Realm in the real world!
Xu Tianhua's naturally stern face rarely showed a slight smile, "I heard you might be here, so I came over. It is you after all!"
Luo Yuanzheng introduced, "This is the newly appointed Deputy Chief of Celestial Net, also serving as the Chief Investigator of Jiang City's Celestial Net!"
Deputy Chief!
Su Zhengcheng's pupils narrowed.
Xu Tianhua became the Deputy Chief of Jiang City's Celestial Net!
Given his strength, background, and qualifications, parachuting in to become Deputy Chief is not surprising!
However.
This new Celestial Net executive.
He seems to be under Hang Yu's command in the Spirit Realm.
At least in two battles, intelligence shows Hang Yu was in full command, and Xu Tianhua as well as Zhao Ming from Peng City both followed his orders.
Now he's transferred locally as Deputy Chief.
Doesn't this mean Hang Yu has a subordinate at the Deputy Chief level?
This will grant Hang Yu immense benefits and power in Jiang City!
Even if not purely his subordinate, they must show Hang Yu respect!
Su Zhengcheng couldn't quite accept this reality; such connections, even he doesn't have, so he hurriedly went up and said, "I've heard so much about you. I'm Su Zhengcheng, the Executive Vice President of Jiang City's Spirit Relief Association."
Xu Tianhua just glanced at him.
He nodded slightly without making any comment.
Su Zhengcheng wasn't embarrassed.
Celestial Net is the largest government organization.
Spirit Relief Association is the largest non-government organization.
Celestial Net and Spirit Relief Association always have a contentious relationship.
Even though Su Zhengcheng holds the position of Executive Vice President of the Spirit Relief Association.
But the strength of Jiang City's Spirit Relief Association is far inferior to that of Celestial Net, and he might not even have as much influence as a Team Leader... let alone a Deputy Chief?
"It's not convenient to talk here."
Hang Yu led a few people into a restaurant.
He asked Fatty to arrange a private room.
The other accompanying Team Leader six stayed outside.
Hang Yu, Su Zhengcheng, Luo Yuanzheng, and Xu Tianhua, the four heavyweights, went in to eat.
"This place is pretty nice. It's not easy to manage a region this well," Xu Tianhua guessed it was Hang Yu's doing, but he didn't voice this doubt, "I also brought the Skill Stone you wanted!"
"Really? That's great news!"
Xu Tianhua took out the dual-wielding Skill Stone Hang Yu needed.
Hang Yu checked it and confirmed it was authentic, immediately presenting the Fearless Battle Heart Xu Tianhua required, and the two completed the exchange on the spot.
260 Spiritual Qi was used.
The two used the Skill Stones on the spot.
A brand new Second Tier main skill.
[Dual-Wielding], Combat Expert, current level 1 (0/400), can wield two one-handed weapons, attacks are independent, attribute enhancements stack, but off-hand weapon attribute enhancements are reduced by 50%.
Simply put.
Hang Yu can wield two offensive weapons.
But the weapon attacks don't stack directly.
For example, holding a weapon with +10 Attack in the left hand and a weapon with +20 Attack in the right hand, the attack power of these two weapons doesn't combine but becomes an independent enhancement.
When Hang Yu uses the left hand to attack the target, damage is his own ability plus the left-hand weapon, when he uses the right hand to attack, damage is his own ability plus the right-hand weapon.
Although the attack doesn't stack.
Attributes like Life Energy, Spiritual Power, Strength, and agility can stack; the level 1 Dual-Wielding makes the off-hand weapon attribute enhancement effective by 50%, and as the skill level increases, so does the enhancement.
Overall.
This is a useful skill.
Two weapons attack simultaneously, increasing the output frequency significantly!
Xu Tianhua obtained a good skill with the Fearless Battle Heart; it can significantly increase Attack Power, Abnormal State Resistance, Defense, and Life Energy, making it a valuable addition for Xu Tianhua.
Since encountering an old friend.
Proper hospitality is necessary.
Hang Yu asked Fatty to prepare various food and drinks.
After a few glasses of Spirit Realm beer, everyone became familiar with each other.
"My visit serves two purposes: to catch up and to ask for your help with something."
"So Old Xu never visits the temple for no reason; what's up?" Hang Yu said, "We've fought side by side many times, so if I can help, I certainly won't say no, hoping it's not too much trouble."
Luo Yuanzheng spoke on Xu Tianhua's behalf, "Captain Xu is here in Jiang City to fully take charge of investigating and capturing the Spirit Realm invaders. The three who escaped last time, according to the latest information and clues, have fled into an underground labyrinth within a mysterious relic."
Upon hearing this, Hang Yu understood.
It turned out to be the previous Dark Elf Swordsman, Enchanting Demon, and Vampire; the Celestial Net leadership evidently attaches great importance to these Spirit Realm invaders, which is why they enlisted someone as formidable as Xu Tianhua to assist.
Celestial Net has locked onto the general location of the trio.
Next step is likely Xu Tianhua leading the team personally.
Xu Tianhua is clearly visiting Hang Yu to request his assistance, considering the task's daunting difficulty; even with Celestial Net's talented workforce, there's still reason for concern.
Xu Tianhua understands Hang Yu's capabilities.
What's more, Hang Yu has a Spirit Realm person at his disposal.
Of course, such matters, Xu Tianhua would never disclose externally.
Hang Yu contemplated, "It's tricky, those three aren't just strong, and the relic within the underground labyrinth is quite peculiar as well; the operation carries significant risk."
It's not that Hang Yu lacks the courage.
Primarily, Hang Yu doesn't want to cause himself trouble.
"Don't worry, regardless of success, I won't let you suffer," Xu Tianhua assured, knowing Hang Yu's nature, and further added, "I hope you'll give it some serious thought."
The choice lies with Hang Yu.
Xu Tianhua doesn't wish to strain relations with Hang Yu.
If Hang Yu refuses, he won't insist but would rather request to borrow Dog.
"Alright, I'll go with you!"
Hang Yu's response excited Xu Tianhua and Luo Yuanzheng.
"Great, excellent, it's settled then!"
Xu Tianhua and Luo Yuanzheng, in good spirits, proceeded to drink and dine with Hang Yu and Su Zhengcheng for half an hour.
All four enjoyed a pleasant conversation.
But Celestial Net is extremely busy.
Undoubtedly, the two Celestial Net dignitaries can't linger long.
After the two departed, Su Zhengcheng discussed material matters with Hang Yu.
"Impact Drill, Purple Crystal Bamboo Shoot, Shimmering Mithril, and Refined Gold Ore, how about packaging these four materials at two hundred Green Crystals?" Su Zhengcheng said, "If it weren't for our personal connection, I wouldn't sell at such a friendly price."
Hang Yu didn't haggle, "Okay, thank you!"
It indeed is a friendly price!
All four materials are Blue Quality.
Currently, Blue materials are in extremely low production, averaging only fifty Green Crystals per piece, so the price isn't high.
"No need for thanks; if there's anything I can help with in the future, feel free to tell me. As long as I can assist, I won't refuse," Su Zhengcheng patted his chest with noble spirit, "We're family now!"
Something about this statement feels odd.
Is the old fellow hinting at something?
Su Zhengcheng also seemed worried, "Why did you agree to Xu Tianhua? There's no need to involve yourself in capturing Spirit Realm invaders; it's too dangerous!"
He now values Hang Yu greatly.
He doesn't want anything to happen to Hang Yu.
Hang Yu calmly said, "Don't worry, it's fine."
With Dog and Bai by his side, he can basically fend off most dangers.
Moreover, Hang Yu installed Space Positioning Stone at home, and if necessary, he can just use a Teleportation Scroll; that's where his confidence lies.
Hang Yu also harbors some interest in the three Secret Witch Hermit Association individuals from the Spirit Realm.
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