Chapter 2240: Chapter 1930: He Dongqi Heads to the Zhen Nan Prince Manor

As He Dongqi finished speaking, a deep silence enveloped the Meeting Hall, creating an atmosphere of immense gravity.

Their primary concern now was whether the Wolf Demon was actually Prince Zhen Nan in disguise. If that were the case, it would be beyond the Deceit Suppression Bureau’s capacity to handle such a supernatural case.

Amidst the prolonged, oppressive silence, He Dongqi turned his gaze to the Director of the Investigation Bureau and said, "Director Wu, tracing the Wolf Demon’s whereabouts is your bureau’s responsibility. Deploy all your staff over the next few days to locate its hideout at all costs."

Upon hearing this, a flash of discontent appeared on Wu Feng’s face, but he said nothing, acknowledging that tracking the movements of supernatural entities was inherent to the Investigation Bureau’s duties.

However, the strength of this malevolent entity was overwhelming. If their Deceit Suppressing Guards encountered this Wolf Demon, their only recourse might be to fire signal flares before waiting to be ripped apart by the creature.

Even though the Deceit Suppressing Guards of the Investigation Bureau were skilled Spirit Martial Artists in Qinggong, their speed was negligible against a malevolent force of Earth Realm.

Wu Feng stepped forward and said, "Yes, my lord."

He Dongqi then remembered something and said, "Director Lu, accompany me later to Zhen Nan Prince Manor."

Lu Yu, as Director of the Secret Storage Bureau, was responsible not only for cataloging mystical artifacts but also for organizing dossiers on various supernatural phenomena. Since a task involving sorting through supernatural dossiers was assigned to Lu Chen, He Dongqi naturally wanted to bring Lu Yu, his superior, to meet him.

He Dongqi also had other intentions; he wanted to test whether the Wolf Demon was indeed Prince Zhen Nan. If it wasn’t, they could confidently and boldly deal with the Wolf Demon once it was found.

Lu Yu replied, "Yes, my lord."

He Dongqi glanced over the assembly and said, "That will be all for today. Notify me immediately once the Investigation Bureau uncovers the Wolf Demon’s tracks."

"Meeting dismissed."

Following his words, the assembly uniformly saluted He Dongqi and departed the hall.

Zhen Nan Prince Manor.

In the inner courtyard, within a pavilion.

Lu Chen lay on Bai Qingqing’s elongated, jade-like legs, eyes slightly closed, appearing somewhat bored.

After realizing that absorbing spiritual evil no longer elevated his Realm, Lu Chen stopped cultivating altogether, opting to wait until the Hidden Guards from Zhen Nan Prince Manor captured suitable supernatural entities for him to practice on.

Seeing Lu Chen lazily reclined on her legs, Bai Qingqing couldn’t help but experience an involuntary maternal affection towards him, reminiscent of a mother’s fondness for her child.

Fieled with helplessness for her maternal inclination towards this man, Bai Qingqing was bewildered.

The tranquil scene was abruptly disrupted when a servant approached the courtyard, announcing, "Master Lu, the newly appointed Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau wishes to see you."

Hearing this, Lu Chen opened his eyes and said, "Lead him to the reception hall."

"Yes, Master Lu."

Lu Chen then rose from Bai Qingqing’s legs, smiling, "It’s unexpected that someone with a mere Little Flag status can draw a Commander’s personal visit; power doesn’t always equate to hierarchical oppression."

Bai Qingqing cast a gentle glance at him, thinking that if he weren’t the Heir of Prince Zhen Nan, the Deceit Suppression Bureau’s Commander wouldn’t have personally sought him.

Lu Chen and Bai Qingqing soon arrived at the reception hall, where He Dongqi and Lu Yu were already waiting.

Upon Lu Chen’s arrival, He Dongqi and Lu Yu immediately greeted him, saying, "Greetings, Master Lu."

Although Lu Chen wasn’t the reigning Prince Zhen Nan yet, usually not requiring a greeting from He Dongqi and Lu Yu, he was the only heir and would inevitably inherit the title.

His status and rank were certainly incomparable to that of a Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau.

He Dongqi introduced himself, "I am He Dongqi, the newly appointed Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau, and this is Lu Yu, Director of the Secret Storage Bureau."

With a smile, Lu Chen said, "My apologies for having the two supervisors visit such a minor official like me."

"Are you both here to initiate my employment at the Deceit Suppression Bureau?"

Upon hearing this, He Dongqi quickly replied, "Master Lu, you jest. With your esteemed identity, should anything arise at the Deceit Suppression Bureau, we couldn’t shoulder the responsibility."

Lu Chen said, "But Emperor Zhou issued a Holy Decree, refusing would mean defiance. Surely, you’re not implying that you wish for me to incur the charges of defiance against the decree?"

He Dongqi assured, "Rest assured, Master Lu, we would never contradict the Holy Decree."

"Our visit this time is to discuss work arrangements with you."

"The Deceit Suppression Bureau has five departments, not all are equally perilous."

Lu Chen inquired, "Oh? May I know which department Lord He intends to place me in?"

He Dongqi replied, "I intend for Master Lu to join Director Lu’s Secret Storage Bureau, serving as Chief Banner to sort through supernatural dossiers. What are your thoughts, Master Lu?"

Lu Chen frowned slightly, "If I recall correctly, the Holy Decree indicated for me to start from Little Flag rank, correct?"

He Dongqi said, "With Master Lu’s esteemed identity, starting as a Little Flag doesn’t seem appropriate."

Lu Chen expressed, "I’ve accomplished nothing of merit yet ascend to Chief Banner, others might harbor discontent."

He Dongqi asserted, "Master Lu need not worry, no one would object to you assuming that position. With your status, even elevating to Commander wouldn’t stir discontent, let alone just a Chief Banner."

"I believe the Emperor’s intent in sending you to the Deceit Suppression Bureau is to eventually ascend its command to you."

Listening to He Dongqi’s nonsensical remarks, Lu Chen chuckled, "Lord He, let’s not play this game. You surely know the Emperor’s true intention behind my placement at the Bureau."

"Why don’t you tell me when I should report to the Deceit Suppression Bureau?"

He Dongqi glanced at Lu Yu, who instantly took the cue and said, "Master Lu, for your safety, there’s no need for you to physically report to the Bureau. We will deliver the dossiers to Zhen Nan Prince Manor and allocate a few Deceit Suppressing Guards to assist you in organizing them."

Upon hearing Lu Yu, Lu Chen’s lips twitched slightly, recognizing the pragmatic consideration shown by the Bureau.

After Lu Yu concluded, He Dongqi scrutinized Lu Chen, gauging his reaction. Seeing Lu Chen’s expressionless face, He Dongqi tentatively asked, "Master Lu, do you find this arrangement suitable?"

After contemplating, realizing his current strength was insufficient for roaming freely, venturing out without adequate self-defense was problematic. He was not inclined to rely purely on sheer luck.

The adage goes, frequent night walks do eventually lead to encounters with evil; constant pacing by the river eventually leads to slipping your feet. Caution was the wiser approach.

With this in mind, Lu Chen smilingly said, "Lord He, you are the Commander of the Deceit Suppression Bureau, and I am but a Little Flag. Naturally, I comply with your directions."