Chapter 4122: Chapter 4141: I Was Overthinking It
"Since I’m in this position, I must fulfill my duties."
Qiu Chan calmly replied, but her eyes were fixed on Lin Chen. Clearly, this sentence was both an answer and a reminder.
Lin Chen said with a laugh, "Captain Qiu, actually your judgments about us are mostly accurate, but deep down, we are not fond of fighting and killing. We are peace-loving. We prefer traveling, food, movies, games..."
Gu Yuexi nodded in agreement, "Yes, with so many fun things to do, who likes to engage in violence?"
Qiu Chan pursed her lips, the stern lines on her face softening a bit: "That would certainly be best, but can you explain the murderous aura of a Corpse Mountain and Sea of Blood emanating from you? That doesn’t come out of nowhere."
Lin Chen laughed, "My hometown is in the Immortal Realm. Back in the day when the Demon World invaded, the Immortal Realm recruited powerful cultivators to defend the border. Although I was just a layman, I wanted to contribute a bit of strength as well. I didn’t want my family to fall under the rule of the Demon Race, so I enlisted in the army."
"At that time, I served as a small team captain, with over a thousand subordinates. I led them to victory on the battlefield, slaying countless enemies crossing the border. The murderous aura of a Corpse Mountain and Sea of Blood you mentioned was formed during this stage. After all, people called me the Little Killing God back then."
Qiu Chan was surprised: "I didn’t expect that you had served in the military?"
Lin Chen replied, "There’s a saying from my hometown: the rise and fall of the world is the personal responsibility of every individual. If the country faces peril and everyone fears death, refusing to step forward, the disaster will ultimately fall evenly on each person. Only by rising to resist might there be a chance for survival."
"Generally, we do not actively bully others. It’s others who leverage power to bully us. Naturally, we won’t silently endure; we must fight back. At most, we lose, at most, we die, but that is better than being bullied to death."
"Oh, yes, we have a saying in my hometown as well, ’Better to be shattered jade than intact tiles.’"
Qiu Chan nodded: "I understand; I was overthinking. But that’s fine. Once you join the Security Bureau, anyone who wants to touch you must deal with the Security Bureau. Naturally, I will stand up for you."
Lin Chen curiously asked, "This is the Emperor Star, the First District, the core of the core, the heart of the Federation, with numerous powerful figures. Can you really protect me?"
Qiu Chan smiled slightly: "The Star Core Leader personally oversees three departments: the Military and Political Department, the Divine War Department, and the Security Bureau. If we at the Security Bureau can’t handle it, then the Divine War Department and the Military and Political Department will assist. Within the Federation, who dares oppose these three departments?"
Lin Chen took a deep breath: "The power of this Star Core Leader is truly immense."
Qiu Chan snorted, "Not just anyone can become the Star Core Leader."
Lin Chen reflected, of course, someone who could become the head of the Federation and make many strong forces and powerhouses submit couldn’t be an ordinary person.
Holding military power and with many Level 9 Martial Artists, who would dare to disobey?
Lin Chen said with a laugh, "With what you said, I feel relieved. I was just worried that even if I joined, I’d find myself surrounded by powerful figures, unable to afford provoking anyone, and being forced to live in frustration."
Qiu Chan shook her head: "You don’t need to worry about that. Our Security Bureau is one of the most powerful departments on the Emperor Star, and our authority extends beyond the Emperor Star to other planets as well."
Gu Yuexi suddenly asked, "When we were on Planet 11, there were quite a few people looking for trouble with us, and even some wanting to use our flesh for research, to extend their lives. If we join the Security Bureau and return to Planet 11, will we be formidable?"
Qiu Chan smiled: "Naturally, although our Security Bureau’s establishment is only on the Emperor Star, institutions on other planets differ based on their own structures, this does not affect our standing across the Federation."
"We are directly under the Star Core Leader. If any security issues arise on other planets that cannot be resolved, our Security Bureau will intervene. Once we intervene, we represent the Star Core Leader. Do you think we have status? Do you think we are formidable?"
Lin Chen understood and laughed: "According to our way of saying, we are like the capital’s officials, born with a markedly higher status. Once we leave the capital, we are envoys, representing the Security Bureau, representing the Star Core Leader..."
"Yes."
Qiu Chan nodded: "With your identity and strength, joining the Security Bureau is most suitable. Of course, only I might offer you so many privileges. If it were elsewhere, even if they allowed you to join, they wouldn’t grant you privileges; instead, they might impose numerous terms to restrict you."
Lin Chen laughed, "Indeed, that’s what I was concerned about. I don’t want to be a fish in a net, even if there’s food every day, it would still make me uncomfortable. I’d rather be a hungry hawk..."
Qiu Chan nodded, stopping the conversation: "Are you certain?"
Lin Chen nodded: "Certain."
Qiu Chan decisively said: "Then come with me to the Security Bureau to handle the related procedures."
Lin Chen readily agreed: "Alright."
Lin Chen turned to Gu Yuexi and the others: "You guys head back to the hotel first; I’ll return after handling the procedures."
"Okay!"
The people parted ways, and Lin Chen followed Qiu Chan towards the Security Bureau.
The Security Bureau was not located within the city, but in the mountain ranges outside the city.
Lin Chen looked at the complex hidden within the mountains, exclaimed: "Is all this the territory of the Security Bureau?"
Qiu Chan nodded: "Yes. The Security Bureau is responsible for the security of the Emperor Star, involving many aspects, so there are many staff members. Relatively speaking, those truly on the front line are not a large proportion, with most being logistics and supporting personnel."
Lin Chen suddenly thought of something and asked: "Do the people in the Security Bureau also need to cultivate? Are there related benefits?"
Qiu Chan nodded: "Naturally, including the provision of some limited potions. However, these potions are for your use only and cannot be used for your family, and due to their limited nature, we cannot provide you with additional amounts."
Lin Chen awkwardly rubbed his nose; he did indeed have some ulterior motives when he asked.
"Cough, cough, I wasn’t planning on that, just inquiring. After all, I have to face all kinds of formidable opponents. I also need to be a bit stronger, don’t I?"
Qiu Chan hummed, not exposing him: "Yes, as special operatives on missions for the Security Bureau, there is a dedicated support team to serve you. As long as your authority is sufficient, you can receive all tailor-made cultivation services."
Lin Chen’s eyes lit up: "That’s great."
Qiu Chan led Lin Chen into a white building within the complex, then took an elevator directly underground.
Lin Chen looked surprised: "I thought the buildings were all above ground; turns out they’re underground."
Qiu Chan nodded: "The true Security Bureau is underground..."
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