Chương 20: Executive Officer

The dazzling crystal chandelier casts a soft yellow light, illuminating the rosewood desk.

Yu Xin rested her elbows on the table, supporting her cheeks.

"So, the serial murder case has been solved? Xiao Lingyue couldn't capture that vixen back then; she'd always feel uneasy keeping her alive."

Her movements were casual and free, as if she didn't take the man across the table, who was a general, seriously.

He was wearing a white uniform with intricate gold patterns on the cuffs and a gold five-pointed star on his sky-blue epaulettes.

His appearance wasn't particularly outstanding, but his long, thin eyebrows resembled those of a soaring eagle, and his confident demeanor and air of complete control left a deep impression.

"I've already taken care of it."

He picked up the purple clay teacup and took a sip.

"A mysterious organization called the Star Orbit Society; that girl was an executive officer's subordinate."

"Executive?"

Yu Xin frowned.

"The Star Orbit Society refers to the powerful members of its upper echelons, each of whom possesses extremely mysterious abilities."

"Bai Shasha's actions were at the behest of an executive. We currently have no leads on the schemes of the person behind it all."

"Her ability can incite people's inner fears, so she secretly uses the wealth of the Baiqi Group to promote urban legends."

"Given enough time, she might be able to use this move to kill all the ordinary people in Xinhai City."

Upon hearing this possibility, Yu Xin felt a chill run down her spine.

"So what exactly is her purpose? If she really wants to kill all the citizens of Shinkai through ghost stories, why expose herself so early?"

Guan Yunyang smiled.

"I was exaggerating. Although her abilities are unpredictable, it's not difficult to counter her by analyzing and deducing from the traces left at the scene."

"It's nothing more than the resonance of electrical signals; we have ways to control it."

"The key is to uncover the person behind it all."

Yu Xin sighed.

"How are we supposed to find that person on this unknown path of extraordinary cultivation?"

"There is a way. Every executive has a black six-pointed star mark on him, which they call the blessing of the God."

Yu Xinqing lightly touched her cheek with her slender fingers, appearing deep in thought.

"A black six-pointed star mark on his body? This target is too small."

"By the way, are you really going to make Lin Shuxuan one of the Seven Sons of Xinhai? A liberal arts student with no martial arts background becoming one of the strongest high school students in Xinhai."

"No matter how you look at it, it's a slap in the face to those corporations and families."

She glanced at the major general who was drinking tea, and suddenly asked a question.

"Is he your illegitimate son? The age matches, but he's much more handsome than you."

Guan Yunyang spat out a mouthful of tea, wetting a small section of the table in front of him.

His smile remained unchanged as he slowly and methodically wiped away the water stains with a towel, and said with a smile:

"Isn't there a rumor in the bureau that he's your kept man? As his cousin, it's only natural for me to help my brother-in-law with his career, isn't it?"

Yu Xin blushed slightly, rolled her eyes at him, got up, and strode away.

After his good-for-nothing cousin left, Guan Yunyang picked up Lin Shuxuan's file on the table and remained silent for a long time.

"He's a very interesting junior."

......

The police department's white lie was very successful; neither my aunt nor my uncle suspected anything.

Although his aunt had some reservations, believing that Lin Shuxuan's antics on the eve of the joint entrance exam were a waste of his time.

Fortunately, Lin Shuxuan never cared about his aunt's feelings, so the difference wasn't significant.

After dinner, Lin Shuxuan lay on the narrow single bed, staring blankly at the ceiling; The wallpaper on the ceiling was peeling, which annoyed him, but he was worried that cleaning it would tear the entire ceiling off, so he gave up the idea.

Missing the window of opportunity for switching to military service is a major setback, no matter what.

Although Yu Xin agreed, how much of a role could she, as the captain of the public security bureau, play in this matter?

She wasn't a municipal official, after all.

Even if he couldn't get into the Federal Military Academy, he could barely accept going to an ordinary martial arts university; Lin Shuxuan had very low expectations.

With the Hextech system as an add-on, he still believed in his future.

My phone rang; a message had arrived.

[Yu Xin: I inquired about the martial arts transfer for you. It's too late to change your student status after the window period has passed.]

"Useless thing..." Lin Shuxuan cursed inwardly, but he knew there was nothing he could do about it.

Yu Xin: But there's another way.

[Lin Shuxuan: Sister Yu Xin, please speak.] As the information arrived in a flurry of text messages, Lin Shuxuan gradually came to understand the method Yu Xin had described.

New Kai Martial Arts Competition.

The seven outstanding students were selected for the early admission round and were directly admitted to the Federal Military Academy.

This is an open competition for students from Xinhai City. Anyone who can secure a spot can participate, even liberal arts students.

After all, competition experience can serve as an excellent resume and is a plus in liberal arts university interviews.

However, most of the team captains are outstanding martial arts students from various universities, and they would never allow liberal arts students to join the team in order to achieve good rankings.

To participate in the competition and even get into the top seven... Lin Shuxuan felt a little helpless, thinking to himself that his older sister was giving him too much credit.

With only about two weeks until the start of the competition, his opening move won't earn him a reward.

He fought against the strongest group of martial arts high school students in Shinkai City with no martial arts skills whatsoever.

Honestly, what's the difference between fighting Taro and an ordinary person?

Although he was very unwilling, he still truthfully stated his judgment.

Lin Shuxuan: I'm afraid I can't beat them.

[Yu Xin: It's okay, the path has been paved for you. Just participate and you're guaranteed a good ranking!] Besides, there are still two weeks left, so we can practice!

What's the difference between this and an ordinary person training for half a month and then going to fight Taro...? Lin Shuxuan was frustrated, while Yu Xin was unaware that he had chosen the "Open" option.

If one's cultivation level cannot advance even an inch, then no matter how long one cultivates, it will all be in vain.

But the experience of participating in the New Sea Martial Arts Tournament is equally valuable, and Yu Xin has guaranteed his advancement, so let's give it a try.

He yawned... He was tired after a long day, so he decided to take a shower and go to sleep.

Lin Shuxuan took off his coat, and a black six-pointed star mark was clearly visible on his back.

......

In a secluded corner, a gentle breeze rustled the pages of a book.

The delicate and lovely handwriting is faintly visible.

November 17st I had a great time watching fireworks with him during the New Year; He said he wouldn't set off fireworks again because it's dangerous for them to hit power lines.

Ugh! Those electrical wires are such a nuisance.

......

November 12st I asked him to lend me a book.

That way, he'll take the initiative to talk to me every day; As for those typical male responses like "Why haven't you returned my book yet?" or "How can I listen to the lesson without my textbook?", we'll just ignore them.

......

November 21st I secretly took a picture of him while he was sleeping during class break.

It's so lucky they weren't discovered.

Let me think, where should I put this photo?

It's definitely better to have it custom-made as a throw pillow.

......

November 1st I saw Yu Xin again.

Everything is the same as ■■.

The plan must begin.

......

November 12st That concludes your journey together.

Among countless stories, only [the author's name] can write the perfect ending that everyone dreams of.

I really envy her. I wish I were the one walking towards the future with you.

This may be the last time I write in my diary.

I want to say... I want to say...

The writing gradually faded and then disappeared.

Only a gentle breeze rustled the blank pages of the book.