Chapter 1301 - 1268: Atonement

“The matter is resolved. A group led by Zhang Xiangguang, who wielded ghosts, are all dead. The Ghost Drawing is now controlled by an ordinary person named He Yuelian, currently arranged to be under the management of Sun Rui at the Ghost Post Office in Dahan City.”

At this moment, Cao Yanhua at the headquarters sighed in relief upon receiving the news, and immediately shared it with the others at the meeting table.

“Handled so quickly? Quite unexpected. Earlier news didn’t seem favorable; there were reports of Ghost Drawing’s uncontrollable supernatural phenomena in Dahan City,” Wang Chaling sitting on the chair remarked in surprise upon hearing the news.

In his perspective, anyone daring enough to kill Gao Ming, and take away Ghost Drawing in front of so many captains, must be formidable.

Yet, the news of their defeat came so quickly.

“Eight captains joined forces, led by Yang Jian; no other team in the entire supernatural circle can match such a lineup. Their loss was justified, nothing surprising.” Lin Bei chuckled, seemingly confident.

Wang Chaling said, “The outcome of supernatural clashes is inevitably fierce, and the cost paid must be considerable.”

Cao Yanhua showed a heavy expression, without a hint of victorious joy, and said, “Li Jun is confirmed dead, whether he can resurrect is still unclear. Wei Jing is missing, fate unknown. Leuk San’s condition has declined severely, reaching the brink of loss of control. He Yiner used the most terrifying spirit-summoning method but almost got killed…”

Upon hearing this news, Wang Chaling and Lin Bei’s faces stiffened slightly.

“What a joke, eight captains teaming up resulted in such a dire outcome?” the candidate captain Wen Zhong stood up in shock and anger.

“Li Jun is dead?” Ah Hong was also surprised.

Cao Yanhua took a deep breath and said, “Thanks to Yang Jian, otherwise this operation could have ended in complete annihilation. His presence played a decisive role.”

At this moment, he felt that Wang Xiaoming’s controversial decision to appoint Yang Jian as Enforcement Captain was indeed correct.

If he had listened to other opinions at the headquarters and sidelined Yang Jian, choosing someone else for that role, this operation led by another would have resulted worse than this, surely not better. Yang Jian’s apparent abilities were strong enough, not to mention his fondness for hiding various contingency plans.

Consideration made Cao Yanhua perspire coldly at the back.

If the action had led to the annihilation of eight captains, the headquarters would be completely doomed.

Although there are quite a few candidate captains, they are still far inferior compared to the first batch screened among many ghost wielders.

“The opponent was really that twisted? Such a team configuration resulted in such high losses,” Cao Yang also showed a serious expression.

“The detailed course of events still needs to wait for Lu Zhiwen to report back, but currently, the crucial information returned is only this. Fortunately, the matter is fully concluded, even the crisis of Ghost Drawing is resolved. This counts as big fortune amidst misfortune,” Cao Yanhua said.

“Bring back the human skin belonging to Li Jun. He can be resurrected,” Ah Hong walked over at this point and said.

Cao Yanhua said, “I know, but Li Jun’s Ghost Flame was given to Yang Jian.”

“Given to Yang Jian? Why? Without the Ghost Flame, the supernatural balance will disrupt, Li Jun’s resurrection will face issues. Yang Jian can’t possibly not understand this,” Ah Hong said in bewilderment.

“Need this question to be asked? Within the World of Ghost Drawing, Yang Jian couldn’t use Ghost Domain, his abilities were greatly restricted, but Li Jun’s Ghost Flame could utilize Ghost Domain. If Yang Jian wields Ghost Flame, it’s akin to completely liberating his abilities, only then could the situation be reversed.”

Not very noticeable, Feng Quan explained.

He attended this captain meeting as well, unfortunately couldn’t be elected as the new captain.

“I see,” Ah Hong nodded, understanding, and said afterward, “But in this case, a new supernatural balance must be found.”

“The headquarters will worry about this matter,” Cao Yanhua said seriously.

Wang Chaling added at this moment, “Given the opponent’s kind of strength, some casualties are unavoidable even with captains’ joint efforts. I’m curious now; an ordinary person named He Yuelian wielded Ghost Drawing, that’s an S-level supernatural event. If this level of supernatural power is harnessed, this person’s starting point is captain-level strength. If left unchecked, the hazard will be enormous.”

“Yang Jian had contacts with her, judging from messages from others, He Yuelian is relatively friendly towards the headquarters and has clearly expressed willingness to join. If this is really her intention, the headquarters might gain a new captain,” Cao Yanhua revealed happenings at the Ghost Post Office.

“An ordinary person steps up to become a top ghost wielder, sounds mystical. But ordinary people’s mindset is too poor, unstable, whether controlling the supernatural or being controlled by it remains unknown indeed. Minister, you have to be watchful, don’t bring in a burden,” Lin Bei touched his bald head and laughed.

“That’s reasonable,” Cao Yang agreed with a nod.

Ghost wielders rely not only on ghostly supernatural power but also personal qualities.

If a person’s qualities are too poor, even if forcibly given supernatural power, mastering it will be tough, ultimately leading only to erosion by supernaturals, either drastic personality shifts, becoming mentally unstable, or mental collapse, ultimately resulting as revived ghost.

These aren’t jokes but bloody real cases.

“Therefore, He Yuelian was arranged by Yang Jian at the Ghost Post Office, to be taught by Sun Rui for a period. During this period, Sun Rui will assess her mental state, and also let her grasp and adapt to new supernatural powers. She won’t be allowed to leave the Ghost Post Office and roam until her safety is confirmed,” Cao Yanhua said.

“That’s good, such arrangement is fine,” Lin Bei agreed.

“But since the situation escalated so seriously, why didn’t Yang Jian and others ask for support beforehand? If the remaining three captains joined, the situation would have improved,” Ah Hong said.

Cao Yang glanced, “Count the time; from Yang Jian’s departure until now, it hasn’t been long. Supernatural conflicts are fierce; by the time we supported, the matter would end, plus the Ghost Domain of Ghost Drawing had already enveloped Dahan City, requiring considerable effort to find Yang Jian, support was simply impossible.”

Wang Chaling didn’t speak, just silently removed his glasses, looking left and right.

He could actually support but doing so would reveal too much information.

“Alright, now this matter is concluded. Aftermath will be handled by the headquarters, progress can be checked in the archival material,” Cao Yanhua said, discontinuing further discussion on the matter.

The reason he was eager to disclose was to stabilize morale.

Despite substantial costs, victory was achieved, proving the establishment of Enforcement Captain is indeed necessary. If not for Yang Jian leading, headquarters’ recruitment alone couldn’t have involved these captains so quickly.

“Since the matter is settled, the aftermath shouldn’t need us anymore. I want to know if I can return to Dadong City tonight,” Wang Chaling said at this point.

“Captain meeting isn’t over, and you’re eager to leave?” Cao Yang looked at him.

Wang Chaling replied, “Wasting too much time here isn’t good; I still have lots of unresolved issues. This visit was due to Yang Jian’s favor, and after such events, the captain meeting is effectively over. They don’t have the time to continue attending.”

“If any important matter requires my presence later, I’ll come to the headquarters.”

Facing this explanation, Cao Yanhua couldn’t refute and said, “If nothing happens today, you can return to Dadong City, keeping so many captains here indeed isn’t optimal.”

“Thank you, Minister Cao, for understanding,” Wang Chaling smiled slightly.

“However, I hope you’ll attend the next captain meeting promptly,” Cao Yanhua continued.

“Of course,” Wang Chaling agreed.

And at the same time.

After taking down Chen Qiaoyang, Yang Jian did not return to the Ghost Post Office. He had arranged everything else and believed no major incident would occur. So, he took the opportunity to find a safe place to sleep.

He entered the world of dreams.

It was still the familiar silent village.

The entire world seemed to have only him.

However, Yang Jian found Wang Han, who was still trapped in a nightmare, inside one of the houses.

At this moment, Wang Han was covered in blood, lying on the ground with weak breathing. In the dream world, he was bitten by the Evil Hound, and his injuries were severe. Although he had urgently treated himself, he wouldn’t last long at this rate and would still die here.

“Zhang Xiangguang is dead, your Peach Blossom Fountain plan has failed.” Yang Jian walked into the house and opened with this statement.

Lying in a pool of blood with his eyes closed, Wang Han forced his muddled consciousness to open his eyes. Upon hearing this news, a trace of doubt appeared in his eyes.

“Failed?” He closed his eyes again, a pillar of belief in his heart had collapsed.

Yang Jian said, “I’ve also found your body, but I don’t really want to kill you because enough people have died today. So, I’m planning to let you leave here.”

“This doesn’t seem like your style.” Wang Han’s breathing was somewhat unstable as he replied.

“After all, you haven’t caused any trouble. I’m still willing to give you a chance, but only once. I hope you cherish this opportunity. If I hear about you causing trouble again, you’ll end up back here.” With that, Yang Jian turned and left.

Wang Han struggled to sit up, watching Yang Jian’s departure, still somewhat incredulous.

Could it be that Yang Jian really wasn’t going to kill him, was going to let him go?

Was it because Zhang Xiangguang’s plan failed and he no longer posed any threat? Or did Yang Jian have a sudden change of heart?

With these thoughts, his body gradually blurred, and he disappeared from the world of dreams.

Upon exiting the dream, the real Wang Han opened his eyes and regained consciousness.

After sending off Wang Han, Yang Jian did not idle. He continued to roam the world of dreams, heading towards the direction outside the village.

Not far from the village, there was an old private school.

A small path connected the village and the private school.

Yang Jian walked along this path and once again pushed open the doors of the private school.

Inside the spacious private school.

Zhang Xiangguang was like a wooden post, fixed in place without moving. He couldn’t escape the grip of the Evil Hound and was trapped here, but he was still alive.

“It seems the real me has failed.”

Zhang Xiangguang couldn’t move, but he could still speak.

The appearance of Yang Jian at this moment brought him a very bad signal.

This meant that their action had failed.

If it had succeeded, Yang Jian simply couldn’t appear here so quickly.

“The version of you inside the post office is dead, and all your teammates are dead as well. However, I spared Wang Han. He’s not a threat and hasn’t caused any trouble. I’m willing to give him a chance,” Yang Jian said.

“So, you’re here to clean up the mess?” Zhang Xiangguang asked.

Yang Jian replied, “That’s an idea, but I haven’t made up my mind yet.”

“In the world of dreams, have you become soft-hearted?” Zhang Xiangguang glanced at him and said.

“It’s not for that reason, but it’s impossible for your Peach Blossom Fountain to succeed. All the supernatural power is being controlled by He Yuelian, and she is very opposed to your plan. You have no chance left, and I want to know what you plan to do next after your plan can’t succeed,” Yang Jian said.

“I have no plans. I’ve dedicated my whole life to this and exist for it. If the plan fails, there’s no need for my existence,” Zhang Xiangguang said.

Yang Jian said, “I understand. Then you’ll remain here forever.”

“Aren’t you worried if you don’t kill me?” Zhang Xiangguang asked.

“I killed Chen Qiaoyang and learned some things, but some I haven’t figured out. You’re the only one who knows the truth, and I’m planning to keep you for a while to consult on some matters,” Yang Jian said.

Zhang Xiangguang’s eyes flickered slightly, “Are you sure I’ll tell you?”

“You probably will. After all, protecting those secrets serves you no purpose,” Yang Jian pondered for a moment and said, “If you don’t, you’ll lose your value to me, and then I’ll have to make you disappear.”

“Interesting, but you’d better kill me. Otherwise, be careful I don’t escape,” Zhang Xiangguang said.

Yang Jian replied, “You can’t escape. If you had the skill for that, I would have died at your hands a long time ago.”

Zhang Xiangguang’s consciousness was in the world of the Ghost Dream, and his body was in the Ghost Lake.

In this situation, escape was nothing short of a pipe dream.

“Some things are unpredictable,” Zhang Xiangguang said.

“Stop with the tough talk. You just want to die, but after causing such a mess, I won’t kill you so easily. You must atone,” Yang Jian said coldly, not believing Zhang Xiangguang’s words.

At least, he was confident in his methods for dealing with Zhang Xiangguang.

“I came this time to give you a heads up, have some mental preparation, and think about it yourself. I’m leaving now.”

Yang Jian didn’t say more and turned to leave the private school.

Zhang Xiangguang watched Yang Jian leave, his body still unable to move, his eyes flickering as he contemplated, “Atonement, huh?”

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