Light Fortress
Chapter 304 - 10 Reception (4K Word Big - )_2

Chapter 304: Chapter 10 Reception (4K Word Big Chapter)_2

The tasks that the command center normally oversees... aren’t as intense as those of the Judgement Institute. In managing related seals and handling Transcendent events, they play more of a "brain trust" role, remaining behind the scenes and responsible for overall coordination.

Just like Wei Shu in mission A-009 that went out of control.

Gu Shen was well aware that not everyone had an absolutely calm and wise "commander" living in their minds like he did, so in the complex Transcendent event missions, the role of the commander was very important.

For example, during the "Yuan Dan Street Fog" event in Dadu District... If this crisis hadn’t been resolved by him and had escalated, under normal circumstances, a "special investigation team" would be formed by the three institutes. They would gather a Transcendent squad, which often included an "Angel Envoy" capable of real-time manipulation of Deep Sea data. The Angel Envoy didn’t need to take action personally but had to immerse their spiritual power in the deep water area to monitor and provide real-time data analysis as well as control the direction of the investigation.

This was the true purpose behind the establishment of the three major institutes by the East Continent Federation.

To handle Transcendent events efficiently and safely!

Because Transcendent events often possess an "unexplorable" eeriness... The analysis from Deep Sea could significantly increase the survival odds for Law Enforcers. Under the three institutes regime for special operations, the essential task of Transcendents was to act as "eyes," providing "vision" to those linked to Deep Sea commands. The command execution and mission progress would then be handled by the information-savvy commanders.

Because of his teacher’s arrangements.

Gu Shen had always been a loner... He has yet to carry out missions following the traditional three-institute model.

In fact, that model wasn’t suitable for him.

Because he had the strongest commander in the world.

"The two of your names, renowned and long-admired. It is an honor to meet you."

This was indeed a cliché form of politeness, but it worked well, at least Gu Shen did not feel any aversion or insincerity.

Luo Yu modestly extended his hand, smiling, "Just call me Fatty Luo."

When shaking hands with Lu Nanjin, he said warmly, "Many years ago, I had the privilege of visiting Da Du and had a brief conversation with that lady... I have always admired her wisdom and courage. If it’s convenient, please convey my sincere regards to her."

Nan Jin was slightly taken aback.

She returned a rare friendly smile and said softly, "Alright... I will remember to do that."

Appearances can be deceiving.

The reputation and titles of this Fatty Luo were not simple... With such youth, managing to secure the position of the central commander at Changye Command Center, he must be quite the prodigy.

Being able to present himself with such humility at their first meeting.

That wasn’t easy.

"Brother Gu, your S-rank status must now be known to everyone in Snow Forbidden City," Luo Yu said with another smile, shaking hands, "I often hear the Transcendents from the three institutes talking about you..."

Boy oh boy.

Gu Shen already had a vague sense of foreboding.

He smiled as he shook hands with Luo Yu.

There was a "snap" sound.

A spark of electrical fire shot out.

Fatty Luo was wearing a thick glove. He looked slightly surprised and said with a laugh, "Sorry, sorry, it might be the dry weather... generating some static electricity..."

With that, he took off his glove.

His left hand was actually a palm purely composed of mechanical parts; right then, the five fingers were slowly closing together, but even the simple act of "prayer hands" seemed to have a blockage.

"Strange..." Fatty Luo frowned, muttering, "This shouldn’t be happening..."

Gu Shen hurriedly collected his thoughts.

Throughout his journey, he had perfected the Jingzhe Breathing Technique.

In his spare time, he began to explore the Extraordinary Essence of the Iron Throne sealed within Chi Huo... The very moment they made contact, this yet-to-be-mastered essence seemed to be inadvertently triggered.

"It might be that the parts are too old and malfunctioning," Fatty Luo glanced at Gu Shen and said with a laugh, "Sorry for the embarrassment, I’ll fix it later."

"Fatty... What’s up with that hand?"

Gu Nanfeng narrowed his eyes.

He saw that after the glove was removed, there lay an iron hand.

Before leaving Changye... it wasn’t like this.

"No worries, it’s just a minor issue... nothing much to say. The ’prosthetic’ technology nowadays is pretty advanced; this iron hand is quite convenient to use," Fatty Luo glanced around, then laughed, trying to brush it off.

Seeing that Gu Nanfeng remained stern, he could only helplessly explain, "If you really want to know, I’ll tell you when there are fewer people around."

Gu Nanfeng massaged his temples and sighed softly.

Car after car stopped around them.

All of them were Fatty Luo’s men... They were in charge of coming out to welcome the "guest of honor," and indeed, it was now a scene of many people and much noise.

Fatty Luo smiled and said, "Although I don’t know why you took the trouble to drive here, you must be tired from the journey... I have prepared dinner for all of you to refresh you from your travels, please do honor us with your presence."

At this point,

He paused, frowning as he looked toward the fourth person cowering in the corner.

"This is..."

No introduction was necessary.

Fatty Luo narrowed his eyes, his previously warm voice turned cold as he said, "You really have the audacity... You actually dared to come back..."

Anyone who was involved in the Qingzhong Act and had contact with the case recognized this guy,

Tomb Ghost!

If Snow Forbidden City were to issue a list of most hated figures... this unlucky fellow, who successfully fooled and disgusted both new and old factions, would undeniably top the list, far ahead of the second place.

Xing Yun, already in a state of mental exhaustion, saw a strong light being shone on his face.

His complexion instantly turned even paler.

Instinctively aiming to hide behind Gu Shen, he shouted, "Young Master... Young Master, save me!"

Hearing this cry, Fatty Luo was taken aback.

He suddenly began to understand... why Gu Nanfeng had come here by car.

"Young Master... Did you capture this guy?"

Luo Yu muttered, his expression one of disbelief.

According to information... after Gu Nanfeng left North Continent, the first place he visited in East Continent was Da Du, not Changye.

The consequent "Angel Envoy Incident" in Da Du caused a strong ripple in the East Continent Council... and the case was still fermenting, with the East Continent Federation’s attitude towards the Source Tower becoming extremely delicate.

However, so far not many people had connected this incident with Gu Nanfeng.

The Family Head of the Gu family who left Changye eight years ago didn’t inform anyone of this homecoming!

And now Luo Yu realized... this was no casual visit.

It was a visit with full preparation!

Even Tomb Ghost had been captured and brought back.

"It was I who brought Tomb Ghost back," Gu Nanfeng said with a smile, nodding his head without denial.

Fatty Luo heaved a long sigh of relief at the confirmation, and could not help but laugh with sincere joy, "Truly worthy of being the Young Master... I wonder how many people would like to strip this fellow’s skin off and light it up."

Upon hearing these words, Tomb Ghost’s expression turned extremely ugly, as he quickly looked around, already searching for a breakthrough point to escape.

There was snow all around.

The lights enveloped him.

There was absolutely no way out!

Fatty Luo took another step forward, reaching out with his "demonic claw."

Just then—

"I didn’t bring Tomb Ghost back to skin him and light a heavenly lantern," said Gu Nanfeng with a smile. "Fatty, you can stop scaring him now... He also played a role in the Angel Envoy case."

Tomb Ghost was so scared his legs went weak, but the pair of "iron hands" that landed on his shoulder merely patted him lightly.

Fatty Luo said indifferently, "Look at you, clinging to life and fearing death, haven’t changed a bit in all these years, have you?"

Then he turned to Gu Nanfeng with a smile, "Nowadays, everyone outside calls me... ’Iron Hand.’ What do you think of this nickname?"

"Doesn’t sound like a good reputation," Gu Nanfeng said with a smile, "but it’s fitting."

Restoring his full-faced humble smile, Fatty Luo gave a deep bow to Gu Shen and Lu Nanjin, "The two of you, please follow me."

Watching the snowflakes stirred up by the helicopter and the retreating backs of the others,

Tomb Ghost felt a sense of despair. He yelled out loud, "What about me? I haven’t boarded the plane yet?!"

"You’re exempt,"

Fatty Luo turned back to glance at him, patted one of his bodyguards, and ordered indifferently, "Send him to meet with us... Secure him with Strong Logic Material, and remember, don’t treat him leniently."