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Chapter 631: 425

Chapter 631: 425

Following the route he knew, Chen Yuan rushed to his destination at great speed. Although there was no Commander in sit, the place was still orderly and not in chaos.

In front of the gate stood six Heavenly Patrol Guards, with a Heavenly Patrol Envoy who had reached the Gang Condensation level of cultivation leading them. From a distance, he saw a figure approaching with a calm demeanor, and after a brief assessment, he was immediately startled.

He did not recognize the person, but he recognized the official uniform the person was wearing.

It was a fourth-rank Black Cloud Official Uniform, embroidered with patterns, and a dark bronze insignia on the chest, which distinguished it from that of a Golden Envoy. The official uniform of a state-level Golden Envoy would be adorned with golden patterns.

He quickly approached with several Heavenly Patrol Guards, bowed deeply, and said in unison,

“This subordinate pays respects to the superior officer. May I ask what brings the superior to the Eastern Imperial City Bureau’s Government Office?”

Chen Yuan glanced over the individuals briefly without causing any additional scene, revealing his true identity directly, he said indifferently, “I am the newly appointed Great Commander of the Eastern Imperial City Department.”

“The Great Commander of the Imperial City!”

Upon hearing this, those who had been bowing immediately knelt on one knee,

“This subordinate pays respects to the superior officer!”

They did not suspect this person of fraud, for committing such an act near the Imperial City was tantamount to seeking death.

“Lead this official inside.”

“Please, superior officer.”

The Heavenly Patrol Guards, who had just been standing by, immediately rose to their feet, and the leading Heavenly Patrol Envoy ordered several nearby guards before respectfully leading Chen Yuan into the Government Office.

Regarding the appointment of the new Imperial City Great Commander, he had not received any news. Neither had his colleagues in the Government Office heard of it, and so, Chen Yuan’s accession took place without much fanfare.

He did not blame anyone. When the Emperor made the appointment yesterday, only a very few were privy, and with the disparity vast between them and the common Heavenly Patrol Guards, it was almost impossible for these matters to be known.

The Deputy Commanders within the Imperial City, however, might be aware.

“This subordinate is Wang Teng. May I have the honor to know the superior officer’s surname?” The Heavenly Patrol Envoy inquired respectfully.

He had been around the Eastern Imperial City Bureau for quite a few years, and although he had met several Dan Realm Masters, he found the superior officer before him to be quite unfamiliar.

Most importantly, the superior officer looked very young, which piqued his curiosity.

Chen Yuan’s entrance into the Capital and the altercation with Yang Yuanqing were indeed known to many, but the information had its limitations. He had simply not heard about it.

Perhaps as time passed, the story would gradually come to light.

“This official’s surname is Chen.”

“Lord Chen.”

“Your foundation is solid, you have the potential for the Core Realm!” Chen Yuan patted Wang Teng’s shoulder.

These were not empty words; this Heavenly Patrol Envoy named Wang Teng had a stable and profound aura, making it clear that he had a solid foundation. Around his thirties, he did indeed possess the potential for the Core Realm.

As for the likelihood of achieving it, that was something no one could ascertain.

“Thank you for the compliment, Lord,”

Wang Teng was elated, for being praised by a Dan Realm Master was no small matter and was certainly something to boast about.

The Eastern Imperial City Bureau was not large, similar in size to the Heavenly Patrol Bureaus in the Prefecture Cities below it. Chen Yuan’s arrival attracted great attention, especially Wang Teng’s humble demeanor and the official uniform he wore, which made many Heavenly Patrol Guards turn their heads.

Walking straight ahead, Chen Yuan was led into the council hall.

Chen Yuan sat down slowly and commanded Wang Teng,

“Gather all the Heavenly Patrol Envoys and above ranked Martial Artists on duty within the Eastern Imperial City Bureau, and summon them to the council hall.”

“Yes, as the superior officer commands!”

Wang Teng sensed the importance of the situation and hurried out of the hall, instructing the surrounding Heavenly Patrol Envoys. Soon, the entire Eastern Imperial City Bureau was astir.

The new Imperial City Great Commander has arrived!!!

This was no small matter. Following Wang Teng’s orders, within a quarter of an hour, all duty guards of the Imperial City Department who were Gang Condensation level Martial Artists and above were aware of this news.

They swiftly began to congregate towards the council hall.

“This subordinate Yang Shu, pays respects to the Great Commander.”

“This subordinate Liu Sandao, pays respects to the Great Commander.”

“This subordinate Wu Konghai, pays respects to the Great Commander.”

One after the other, Heavenly Patrol Envoys with the Gang Condensation level of cultivation bowed and made their presence known outside the hall.

Chen Yuan, sitting at the head of the hall, looked over the six men slowly and asked with a furrowed brow,

“Are there only six of you on duty today?”

“Responding to the Great Commander, there are two others who had requested leave due to personal affairs today; the rest are off duty.”

“What about the Deputy Commander?”

The Heavenly Patrol Envoys exchanged glances; Wang Teng spoke,

“Replying to the superior officer, I have sent for Deputy Commander Tao to be informed. He should be on his way already. As for the other three Deputy Commanders, one is on leave today, and two are off duty.”

“Hm?”

Chen Yuan narrowed his eyes, wondering if these few Deputy Commanders dared to trip him up.

Just as he pondered this, an announcement came from outside, and the Heavenly Patrol Guard declared loudly,

“Superior officer, Deputy Commander Tao requests an audience.”

“Let him in,” Chen Yuan said indifferently.

“Yes.”

As the words fell, a figure whom Chen Yuan found exceedingly familiar walked slowly into the hall. The man’s appearance was attractive, with thicker eyebrows compared to others, full lips, and although not tall, his frame seemed sturdy. He had a prominent nose and his eyes calm and serene.

This person was no other than Chen Yuan’s former superior, Tao Qingyuan!

Truthfully, upon seeing him for the first time, Chen Yuan felt how unpredictable life could be; he had intended to inquire into Tao Qingyuan’s whereabouts once he had settled in.

It was completely unexpected for him to find that the other party was serving in the Eastern Imperial City Bureau, and even as his subordinate, the Deputy Commander.

Feeling the ironies of fate even more acutely was Tao Qingyuan himself. Upon learning that a new Commander had assumed office, he didn’t delay and came to pay his respects immediately, only to see his former subordinate, Chen Yuan.

Suppressing the surprise and desolation in his heart, with a composed face, Tao Qingyuan stepped forward as if they did not know each other, bowed, and said,

“Deputy Commander Tao Qingyuan of the Eastern Imperial City Bureau, pays respects to the Great Commander!”

Chen Yuan smiled slightly, lifting him with an unseen force of Powerful Energy, and spoke lightly,

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