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Chapter 632 - 279: I Can Feel It—God Is Almost Here...

Jiang Ying waved her hand, indicating they could leave.

The silent officer in the black uniform was still waiting outside the door, guiding them back to the elevator, which took them up to the bustling hall of the Abyss Hunting Headquarters.

As the elevator doors slid open, they were once again amidst the busy operation platforms, flashing screens, and tense communication sounds.

Chu Kuanglan finally felt his tense nerves relax. He couldn’t help but lower his voice, filled with curiosity, and asked, "Hey, God Fang, City Lord Jiang... Oh no, Vice Minister Jiang is the deputy, but who is the actual Minister of our Abyss Hunting? I don’t think I’ve ever heard of it? I couldn’t find anything in the Arctic Front APP’s public information either."

Fang Qingyu also frowned slightly, indeed finding this odd.

Given the importance of Abyss Hunting at the Great Wall Defense Line, the Minister’s identity should be well-known.

"I haven’t heard about it either."

Wei Banmeng also chimed in softly.

While everyone was puzzled, the officer leading the way in front did not stop walking but seemed to have heard their whispers and, without turning his head, spoke in a calm, indifferent voice, yet with an air of inevitability:

"This is not really a secret within Abyss Hunting, but indeed no one knows."

No one knows?

Everyone was even more puzzled.

The officer continued, "Since the inception of Abyss Hunting, the identity of the Minister has always been a mystery. There’s been no public appearance, no real name signed on any official document. All instructions are transmitted through encrypted channels or high-ranking officials like Vice Minister Jiang."

Chu Kuanglan widened his eyes, "What’s the point of that? Isn’t the Minister the leader of a department? Without showing up, not knowing who it is, how do you command? How do you earn respect? Isn’t this just an empty shell?"

"Empty shell?"

The officer paused momentarily, finally turning his head to glance at Chu Kuanglan.

In his eyes, there was no mockery, instead, an almost devout yearning and reverence, as if recounting an irrefutable myth.

"Marshal Hong once said." The officer’s voice lowered, carrying a solemn dignity, "The Minister of Abyss Hunting is a sharp blade hidden by the Federation. A blade hanging over the heads of all Life Ghosts! The purpose of this blade is not to command daily affairs but to deliver the most lethal strike to enemies at critical moments!"

He paused, articulating each word clearly, "This blade, once unsheathed, must slay its target! Thus, its identity must never be exposed. The fewer people know, the sharper and more deadly the blade becomes!"

These words were like a heavy hammer striking everyone’s hearts.

A blade hanging above! An instrument of absolute kill!

Fang Qingyu instantly understood.

The Minister of Abyss Hunting is not a conventional administrative chief.

But the ultimate deterrent force hidden deep within the Great Wall Defense Line by the Federation.

An "assassin" existing solely to hunt the highest-value targets.

However... compared to such an existence.

Is there anyone more suitable than Jiang Ying?

Bear in mind, Jiang Ying is crowned as the Federation’s number one assassin.

"Then does the Minister... have any battle records?"

Lu Jiuyuan couldn’t help but ask.

The officer’s eyes turned even more fervent, and in a very serious tone, he whispered:

"The Minister never misses. With clear battle records... has slain two Tier Four Life Ghosts! And several Tier Three Life Ghosts."

"Two Tier Four Life Ghosts?!"

"Hiss—!"

Upon hearing this, everyone’s brows furrowed slightly.

Life Ghosts of the same tier, with their bizarre talents and powerful bodies, generally have a combat power superior to human martial artists or Divine Cultists of the same tier.

To kill one Tier Four Life Ghost...

Implies that this Minister is at least a Tier Four Peak?

Perhaps even touching upon a higher threshold?

The officer looked at the undeniable shock on everyone’s faces, seemingly satisfied with the impact of his words.

He solemnly nodded: "This reality is no exaggeration. It is one of the cornerstones that supports the highest level of confidence in the entire Great Wall Defense Line. Since you have joined Abyss Hunting, you should know that behind us stands such an existence."

Silence enveloped the five.

Until they walked out of the heavy alloy doors of the Abyss Hunting Headquarters.

Returning to the bustling streets of Spine City, the astonishment still lingered in their hearts.

"Wow, two Tier Fours, this Minister might as well be a divine being?"

Chu Kuanglan murmured to himself, feeling as if his worldview had been refreshed once more.

Fang Qingyu heard this and smiled, "Let’s go, back to the residence."

"Before the commendation transfer, it’s only right to make the most of your time to enhance yourself. The threshold of Abyss Hunting is not easy to step over."

...

The underground training ground of the small courtyard.

This space is much more spacious than the small courtyard on the ground, with walls and floors covered in thick energy absorption alloy, enough to withstand Tier Three intensity impacts.

The soft overhead lights cast an even glow, with all kinds of training equipment readily available.

Fang Qingyu sat cross-legged in the center of the field, his mind sinking to the depths of his consciousness.

An ancient, ponderous chart hovered silently, emitting a faint glow.

This time, the life-and-death struggle with the Gluttonous Stomach.

Ultimately unlocked the Shenxiao Envoy profession, bringing an all-round enhancement.

First is the transformation of the Physique!

The Jade Bone surged from 23 to 45 points.

Under the repeated tempering of Shenxiao and nourishment from the Shenxiao Origin, Fang Qingyu’s bones manifested a glazed texture with dark gold thunder patterns within.

With every move, the bones lightly clanged, subtly accompanied by the sound of wind and thunder.

And this time...

There was also an unexpected gain.

Long dormant, the Panan attribute derived from Will finally moved after unlocking the Shenxiao Envoy.

And it was a significant improvement.

Panan: 12→33 (a breakthrough).