Fang Xiu frowned slightly. It seemed that something had indeed changed. Fang Moli was the key link, because what Yan Changshou and the others feared most was the Xuanyuan Sword.
If Fang Moli doesn't appear, who will Yan Changshou ambush?
If the sneak attack fails, they will definitely change their plans.
Fang Xiu didn't like this feeling of being out of control, because it meant he was going to die again.
Soon, the head of headquarters appeared, followed closely by Xiao Zhenhua, who had a serious expression.
Xiao Zhenhua followed the minister discreetly, his eagle eyes constantly scanning the surroundings, seemingly checking for any potential dangers.
Aside from the higher-ups, very few people present knew Xiao Zhenhua. He wasn't as famous as the Fifth Captain, but his strength was in no way inferior to theirs.
This is normal. Just like when some important figures appear on TV, people's attention is always focused on the important figures themselves, and very few people pay attention to the bodyguards behind them.
In addition, Xiao Zhenhua usually keeps a low profile, so even fewer people pay attention to him.
Only those who know the inside story understand just how terrifying his strength truly is.
"Next, please welcome the Minister of Headquarters to speak." Under the guidance of the staff, the Minister walked steadily to the podium.
He glanced around at the hundreds of elite spirit masters from all over the country, then looked at the four captains sitting side by side on the stage.
Among the four team leaders, there was an empty seat, which belonged to Fang Moli.
Upon seeing this, the minister frowned.
However, he quickly suppressed his emotions and said in a deep voice into the microphone: "Gentlemen, you are all elites from various local investigation bureaus and pillars of the country. First of all, on behalf of headquarters, I welcome you all."
I will now briefly emphasize three points.
First, we must raise our awareness. Given the increasingly severe and bizarre situation across the country, we must resolutely abandon any complacency, negligence, or wishful thinking, and fully recognize that…”
Bang!
As the minister was speaking, the sound of breaking glass suddenly came from the meeting room.
Everyone was startled, thinking it was an enemy attack.
Countless heavily armed soldiers in the venue raised their guns, and the sound of bullets being chambered echoed everywhere.
A beam of sword light flew into the venue.
It was a white-clad man with an indifferent expression, sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, standing on a dark gold longsword, and carrying a rectangular dark gold sword case on his back.
Upon seeing the newcomers, the soldiers immediately breathed a sigh of relief and lowered their guard.
Only the minister remained expressionless.
"I'm sorry everyone, I'm late."
The young man in white stood atop the crowd, riding a flying sword, and spoke calmly.
"Fang Moli! Do you even know there was a meeting today?! What were you doing?!" the minister roared.
"I was delayed for a few minutes on the way by an A-level monster. I got a little itchy and ended up playing with it a little longer." Fang Moli's tone was very casual, as if the A-level monster was just a toy in his hands.
The crowd was in an uproar upon hearing these words. No wonder he was Asia's number one spirit master, treating an A-level anomaly as a plaything.
But after hearing Fang Moli's explanation, the minister showed no joy whatsoever; instead, his anger intensified.
"Really? Haven't you been in seclusion at headquarters these past two days, ostensibly to comprehend swordsmanship? Then let me ask you, where did you encounter this A-level anomaly? Which blind A-level anomaly dared to come to headquarters?"
Even after being exposed, Fang Moli remained unfazed: "Is this my seat?"
Whoosh!
A flash of sword light, and a figure in white silently landed on the platform, sitting upright among the other four captains.
"Minister, you can continue."
The minister's face immediately darkened; one might mistake Fang Moli for the minister.
The other four captains reacted differently to Fang Moli's appearance.
Luo Qingxin remained cold and indifferent.
Yan Changshou wore an elegant smile, but a hint of apprehension flashed deep in his eyes.
Li Xiaoru scoffed dismissively, "Hmph, still so pretentious!"
Xiong Tianguang: "You scumbag! I asked you for help and you wouldn't come, but I was sure I'd kill you and you'd come and steal it?"
The minister suppressed his anger, knowing it was inappropriate to lash out in front of so many people. He took a deep breath and continued his speech.
"Secondly, we must ensure effective implementation..."
Third, we must strengthen accountability...
The minister's long-winded speech made all the spirit masters drowsy.
Despite all that talk, the central idea is that there are more and more strange things happening now, so everyone needs to work harder, train better, and improve their skills to deal with them.
Fang Xiu looked at the five captains on the platform, lost in thought.
He had initially thought something unexpected had prevented Fang Moli from coming, but now it seemed there was no unexpected incident at all.
Fang Moli wanted to be the center of attention and make a grand entrance, so he deliberately arrived late and then flew into the venue on his sword to show off.
Sure enough, none of the five team leaders were normal people.
Luo Qingxin may seem like an iceberg, but she's actually quite immature inside. Even elementary school students would find the team name "Floating Life Like a Dream" childish; only college students would come up with it.
Xiong Tianguang, a hardcore gamer, believes that women only affect the speed at which he can unleash skills.
Li Xiaoru is crude, talkative, and somewhat cultured, but not much.
Fang Moli pretends to be aloof and cold, even if he doesn't actually have the aloofness.
Yan Changshou is even worse; he's practically inhuman.
However, it doesn't matter how strange the five captains are; the plan can still proceed steadily.
An hour later, the minister's speech finally came to an end.
"Speaking of which, you've probably all heard about the S-class bizarre incident that recently occurred in Green Vine City..."
Xiao Chuxia quickly whispered from the side, "Brother Xiu, they're talking about your achievements! They're going to give you an award. You're so amazing!"
Fang Xiu ignored her and prepared to go on stage to receive the award.
However.
"This bizarre incident is unprecedented in its heinous nature and the severity of the crimes committed. The entire Green Vine City has suffered heavy losses. While the power of the S-class supernatural entity is certainly a contributing factor, it also reflects that the Investigation Division had not prepared any contingency plans for such a city-wide emergency, and had not taken any prior precautions..."
Half an hour later.
"Fang Xiu, an investigator with the Green Vine City Investigation Bureau, and also the biggest contributor to this incident..."
"Brother Xiu, it's finally your turn to receive the award. This minister is so talkative, he almost made me fall asleep," Xiao Chuxia complained while yawning.
Fang Xiu frowned slightly. He wondered if the minister was trying to lull Yan Changshou into a false sense of security by chanting scriptures.
Or is this how the minister usually holds meetings?
Just as Fang Xiu was preparing to go on stage again to receive the award.
"With his exceptional ability to foresee the future, and the qualities and determination befitting an investigator, Fang Xiu disregarded his own safety, cared for the people, and saved Green Vine City from disaster..."
Upon hearing this, Fang Xiu's already dwindling patience was completely exhausted. He stood up abruptly during the minister's passionate speech and walked straight toward the stage.
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