Chapter 422: Chapter 386: Reporting to the Nation
Having an idea about the physical examination, Sang Que had long anticipated it and had considered using some means to conceal the anomalies in her body.
However, after interacting with the institute for a period of time, she discovered that even with the institute’s research level in the mysterious domain, they probably couldn’t fully understand all the changes happening within her body.
The physical examination was conducted for all the newcomers in the mobile unit, and basic checks proceeded smoothly. When the doctor measured her heartbeat, Sang Que controlled her heartbeat frequency to align with that of a normal person.
But as soon as she got on various examination machines, unexpected events frequently occurred, and none of the electrically powered machines continued to function normally once she stepped on them.
This situation also happened when Qin Zhixian and others were testing Zheng Wujun and Jia Liang, but not as severely as with Sang Que.
Sang Que’s physical examination had to end there abruptly. Following that were physical fitness tests, psychological assessments, and a series of other projects, all of which Sang Que successfully passed.
The results of the physical fitness test were outstanding, without any need for cheating. Having trained in martial arts since childhood, she was not inferior to anyone.
The instructors responsible for the physical tests in the mobile unit, seeing it was her, simply didn’t want to test her at all, as all of them had already become her defeat.
After all sorts of tests were completed, everyone went back to their respective places. Sang Que was called by Zheng Xuan, who wanted to take her to meet someone.
Sang Que followed Zheng Xuan into an office tightly guarded, where she met the old man she had only seen on TV news before. This made Sang Que unable to control her nervousness.
"Don’t be nervous. Actually, we should have met and chatted long ago, but due to various issues, it was delayed until now. Please come in and sit."
The old man was kind, and in the room, he was the only one sitting in a single sofa.
Sang Que entered the room, and the door was closed by the guards outside.
"I’m old and have grown fond of tea. Not sure what you young folks prefer, so I had some juice prepared for you."
Sang Que sat on the sofa beside him, feeling very reserved. The old man pushed the glass of orange juice towards Sang Que and picked up the old-fashioned teacup to take a sip himself.
Then he got to the main topic, saying, "In fact, when you reported the Lishi Mountain incident, I should have arranged a meeting, but at that time, there were many concerns, so it delayed until today. I hope you won’t mind, as trust is mutual and someone needs to express goodwill first to gain the other’s sincerity."
After the old man finished speaking, he smiled at Sang Que, as if he wasn’t the one coming to discuss matters with Sang Que, but rather Sang Que calling him for a meeting.
In fact, Sang Que did think about it, as some matters could only be directly discussed with the highest level of Huaxia, the ones with direct decision-making power.
During this period, it wasn’t just Huaxia examining and testing her, but also her observing the attitude from above.
Actually, as events have developed until today, Sang Que felt she had been exposed down to less than 10% in front of the top figures. With so many smart people up there, considering the situation at Lishi Mountain, how could they not deduce what she was hiding?
Take her mom’s rented warehouse as an example, where a large stockpile of goods vanished into thin air; these are irrefutable evidence.
Hence, Sang Que had been waiting, waiting for the reaction of those above once they learned of these things.
It seems now that the institute and the top echelons of Huaxia have given her enough trust and freedom, even the blood draw was only mentioned on the day of the physical examination, and Xia Chan wasn’t forcibly taken for research; there weren’t even threats or moral coercion.
Moreover, around her home, no surveillance personnel appeared, nor was her house subjected to any water check; her mom continued her routine unimpeded, with little change in life.
The fact that this old man personally came to see her warmed Sang Que’s heart, providing a strong sense of security.
The last concern in Sang Que’s heart dissipated, and she turned to the old man.
"Actually, I have another very important matter to report. Previously, I didn’t mention it because I feared complications would arise from relay communication, so I waited for a chance to tell you personally."
The old man smiled and nodded, "I understand."
Sang Que took a deep breath, "Inside the Black Tai Sui, there indeed exists a passage leading to the Otherworld. The existence of the Wu Family is to guard this passage, exiling all mystical entities from this side to the Otherworld to ensure safety on our side. And I, I can open this passage and freely traverse between the two worlds. Currently, I’m the only one who can accomplish this."
The old man remained calm and nodded slightly, as someone at the top of Huaxia could access files unreachable by ordinary individuals. Speculations and evidence about the Otherworld have existed since the Republic or even earlier periods.
The existence of the Otherworld provides explanations for many difficult-to-understand occurrences.
However, human abilities are ultimately limited. Unsolved mysteries require opportunities for genuine resolution; without them, they can only be passed down generation after generation.
Sang Que’s appearance is their generation’s opportunity.
"So, you learned these skills from the Otherworld?"
Sang Que did not deny it, "Yes, over there, a feudal dynasty where ghosts are rampant and the people suffer exists. The most formidable ghosts on our side are just mere bottom-dwellers there; the terror level is completely different. If one day the passage were breached from the Otherworld, we simply couldn’t withstand it."
Sang Que briefly described the Deceit Dynasty’s situation to the old man, very broadly, without any detailed specifics. She also informed the old man that there were already people on that side working hard to breach the passage, seeking a way to survive, but so far, it hasn’t been achieved.
After the old man heard this, he pondered for a while before saying, "I’ve understood what you’ve said. If possible, we need to conduct some exploration and understanding of the Otherworld to devise plans to prevent potential future occurrences."
Sang Que nodded, exploration is necessary. No matter how you put it, there are many innocent sufferers in the Otherworld. If the root of the dark power cannot be resolved in the future, Sang Que once thought of whether Huaxia could shelter people from the Otherworld, turning it into a ’prison’ for ghosts.
But Sang Que was only considering it; accomplishing this involves too many things, relying solely on her is impossible, and the responsibility is too heavy for her to bear.
So, leaving everything to the country is the best choice for her.
Zuo Jinye supports the entire Da Xuan behind her, while she has the whole of Huaxia behind her. When it comes to a future showdown, who is stronger is yet unknown.
Sang Que said, "To explore the Otherworld, I need to prepare some groundwork. Currently, I still have a significant problem unresolved; once I resolve it, I can completely cooperate with the institute. However, I have a few conditions too. I hope you understand."
"Go ahead."
"Firstly, I need you to guarantee the safety and freedom of myself and my family. Don’t restrict me, and we can discuss any issues. If you can convince me without violating my conscience, I will cooperate. Secondly, I hope no one or any organization retains any form of records concerning me; I need privacy."
"Thirdly, concerning the exploration of the Otherworld, I wish to lead the initiative, especially once we’re over there. All operations should preferably follow my command. As for matters over there, I won’t keep anything hidden, and I also hope the institute here will not conceal any related research progress from me in the future."
The old man nodded, "Not excessive. I can agree to your terms. However, for your safety, there is one thing that requires you to endure a bit. Given your age, if I were to immediately grant you an extremely high treatment, it might attract attention from some outside sources; preventing tough situations is challenging. So, publicly, I hope you maintain your current position in the institute’s mobile unit and wait for the right opportunity. The glory belonging to you will be returned in due time."
Sang Que smiled, "I intended the same, staying in the mobile unit and advancing step by step based on my abilities."
"I heard you’ve conquered the whole mobile unit; your abilities are indeed remarkable."
The old man stood up with a smile, extending a hand to Sang Que, "Then, welcome to the Huaxia|Special|Incidents|Emergency|Mobile|Unit!"
Sang Que stood up, and when gripping that hand, she immediately felt a surging warmth flowing from all directions, from every inch of Huaxia’s land, and from everyone who holds faith in the nation, all converging onto her, becoming her power to keep progressing firmly.
With this, she possesses more than enough incense, equal to the strength matching that of the Ninth Floor of Nine Netherworld!
