Trafford's Trading Club

Chapter 1200: Chapter 41: Energetic Entry Level Guys

Every sub-world must have its own administrator—for example, this particular sub-world has A Lai Ye with the designation 003.

Since there are designations, the other sub-worlds naturally also have their own A Lai Ye with different numbers.

Each sub-world’s management bureau is diligently nurturing its own incubator, waiting for it to evolve to the required level—in order to cultivate the most perfect world, different sub-worlds will undergo many restarts and reboots, trying various evolutionary paths.

For their independence, naturally, there are barriers between different sub-worlds that are hard to cross.

However, within the vast system, there are subsystems, and it’s impossible for them to be flawless without loopholes—for example, there are beings whose individual abilities surpass the limits set by the sub-world… like the Transcendents or similar entities.

Transcendents can infiltrate different sub-worlds through Dimensional Rifts, using a unique infiltration ability inherent to the Dimensional Rift.

Apart from that, for creatures from other sub-worlds to exceed a world’s upper limit to infiltrate other sub-worlds, they can only forcefully descend, be recognized by multiple sub-worlds, have their name chanted in multiple worlds to descend, or smuggle through sub-world time-space breaches.

The owner of the haunted house clearly came through smuggling—and the time of smuggling was when Boss Luo returned from South America by plane, triggered by an episode at the airport.

The root cause was the brief time-space chaos triggered by the special abilities of the Eye of Horus Ring—originally, A Lai Ye 003 had already started correcting the chaos at the very beginning; under such circumstances, it was impossible to give the smuggler sufficient time to carry out the smuggling.

However, Boss Luo’s interest sparked at the time, and A Lai Ye 003’s obedience exceeded his expectations, allowing some time, only then did the smuggler have enough time to differentiate a thread of consciousness and descend secretly.

Boss Luo easily figured out the causes and effects… hmm, it was just like that.

After all, the sub-world originally contained the Transcendent, one more didn’t add much, nor did one less deduct much.

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“However, it seems that over such a long time, those beings have not given up on exploring.”

While chatting, the master and servant simply found a quiet tea house to sit down, ordered some snacks, and the maid carefully spread butter on the bread ordered by the boss, slowly saying, “The origin of time and space is still too tempting to them.”

Luo Qiu softly asked, “Have you explored it too?”

You Ye knew what her master was asking about before becoming the club’s maid, so she nodded, “I once did for some time.”

Luo Qiu nodded, then asked, “Are you also curious about the origin of time and space?”

The maid softly said, “Exploration is generally because of Its command back then, and partly from my own interest. However…”

“However what?”

You Ye looked at Luo Qiu, softly said, “I have already found my endpoint.”

The two exchanged a smile, emotions slowly brewing and gradually growing thicker.

At this moment, a sedan stopped opposite the tea house, and a middle-aged man with an exhausted expression hurriedly got out, then entered a restaurant… it was Zhou Yusheng.

In the next moment, Chen Mingming also got out of another ride-sharing car and walked in.

Luo Qiu casually glanced over… thus the topic of the sub-world ended.

“Is the master interested in Chen Mingming?” the maid easily captured Luo Qiu’s current focus.

Luo Qiu thought for a moment and said, “This person is somewhat like my former self… the club to me is like the silver pistol to Chen Mingming. He didn’t choose to use it for himself; instead, he gave it away. Don’t you find such an action rather interesting?”

“Does the master want… to use him?” Vaguely, the maid seemed to sense something.

“Let’s see.” Luo Qiu smiled slightly, “Last time, after converting Nero, there are some Heteromorphic Origins left. I can’t just leave so many Border Gates unused.”

…

Zhou Yusheng added one sugar cube after another into his coffee—it was already his fifth piece.

“Too sweet is not good for the liver.”

Seated opposite, Chen Mingming suddenly said this, causing Zhou Yusheng, who was stirring his coffee, to stop—for since they had sat down, the father and son hadn’t spoken.

Hearing Chen Mingming’s words, Zhou Yusheng’s heart felt some joy, but simultaneously, his guilt grew more profound—he knew he indeed owed this child too much over the years.

Especially these past three to four years, his emotions exploded, immersing only in work, leading to complete family breakdown, reaching this step made Zhou Yusheng feel sorrowful inside.

He didn’t remember when Chen Mingming’s character became withdrawn… probably due to his frequent quarrels with his wife.

“Waiter, get me a new coffee.” Zhou Yusheng pushed aside the coffee with five sugar cubes and ordered a new cup.

“You look a bit better.” Chen Mingming scrutinized Zhou Yusheng, adding another line.

Seemingly trying to break the stiff atmosphere… Zhou Yusheng silently felt ashamed, he wasn’t young anymore but still failed to reach his son’s composure and calm.

Zhou Yusheng nodded, “You know I’ve had headaches these years, haven’t been able to get better, nor sleep well. But a few days ago, Uncle Gao sent some new Concentration Medicine, I took a few pieces, and it eased a lot, this new medicine works quite well, better than the earlier ones.”

“I see…” Chen Mingming lowered his head, as if in thought, then added, “Teacher Gao took leave and hasn’t come to school these past few days.”

Zhou Yusheng continued, “He said he wanted to travel for a while, to relax and broaden his horizons… likely won’t return in the short term. Actually, Uncle Gao thinks highly of you and is interested in nurturing you. With his support, your prospects might not be worse than abroad.”

“Over these years…” Chen Mingming raised his head, looking at Zhou Yusheng, slowly said, “You’ve almost entirely devoted your time to work…”

“I know! I know I’ve only cared about work and neglected you all. But, I’ll change!” Zhou Yusheng abruptly interrupted Chen Mingming, “I’ve felt much calmer these two days and thought about it quietly, feeling like I had been possessed…”

Chen Mingming, however, shook his head, interrupting Zhou Yusheng.

He suddenly said, “Can I ask you a question?”

“Ask.” Zhou Yusheng nodded heavily.

“If I were an unforgivable criminal, would you arrest me with your own hands?” Chen Mingming asked calmly.

Zhou Yusheng immediately frowned, his supposedly calm demeanor, abruptly provoked into a bit of anger, smashed the table, “What nonsense are you spouting!”

“I can discuss this question calmly with Teacher Gao.” Chen Mingming sighed, quietly said, “Can’t you give me an answer?”

“How can I be like Gao Wen!” Zhou Yusheng, “I’m your dad!”

“Hope you can give me an answer before next Wednesday.” Chen Mingming said softly.

Next Wednesday… was the specific time Zhou Yusheng knew when his ex-wife and son would go abroad. Stunned on the spot… he suddenly realized he never truly understood his own son, even now having no clue of Chen Mingming’s thoughts.

A touch of sadness arose, he looked at the calm Chen Mingming, his lips moved, yet he couldn’t find words to say.

“I’ll wait for your answer.” Chen Mingming stood up, nodded slightly to Zhou Yusheng, and left under everyone’s astonished gaze in the restaurant.

Only Zhou Yusheng was left sitting alone, smoking fiercely.

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“…There are three left to investigate, should be done by this afternoon.”

With a hint of fatigue, Wei Zidao and Liu Minghao returned to the city’s office.

Just as they entered the door, an exceptionally tall figure blocked their way—this intimidating fellow was missing an arm, which surprised the two of them.

“Are you Liu Minghao, the Intermediate Investigator, and Wei Zidao, the Junior Investigator?”

At the same time, a much shorter guy, whose face was a picture of ‘vigour’, jumped into their view.

“Bu Bugao, Junior Investigator of the Management Bureau, reporting!”

Liu Minghao paused and nodded, introducing himself—though he felt odd about the arrival of a new agent here.

Although there were some obstacles during this investigation, he hadn’t requested support, so normally no new agents should arrive.

“Comrade Bu Bugao, why are you here?” Wei Zidao immediately questioned.

The overly spirited young agent Bu Bugao smiled and said, “It’s like this, because I participated in the Mount Tai incident and performed outstandingly, the organization specially assigned me to a new post here.”

“And then?” Liu Minghao showed a big question mark.

Bu Bugao quickly ran to the coffee table, bringing two gift boxes, “I passed by here, saw the task information, knew you two were temporarily here for a business trip, so I came by to say hi, and to bond a bit! After all, we might work together in the future, and I’d like to meet the seniors too!”

The overly vigorous guy also carried a hint of flattery.

Looking at this scene, Liu Minghao couldn’t help but smile… The Management Bureau is a place that values strength, it’s rare to see someone putting effort into networking.

However… it’s nice to be flattered sometimes, and also, one doesn’t hit a smiling face.

“Appreciate the thought.” Liu Minghao chuckled, “But you can keep the gifts, there’s a regulation in the bureau, we can’t accept gifts, better return them.”

“Senior, truly a model of integrity and lawfulness for us!” Bu Bugao looked full of admiration at once.

This guy, must have been born in the old official circles, certainly knows how to navigate!

Liu Minghao shook his head privately, and then looked at the dull one-armed man behind Bu Bugao, frowning, “Who is he?”

Bu Bugao quickly responded, “Oh, he’s Wang Hu! A South China Tiger monster who has matured, recruited by me as my exclusive logistical support after I enlightened him, joining me in this position.”

Liu Minghao nodded, not paying too much attention to Wang Hu.

Speaking of logistical personnel, officially registered agents also included those serving from the demons, some even attained advanced status… As for logistical personnel, some weaker monsters are recruited.

Generally, monsters serving as logistical personnel are typically weaker or have abilities suited for support roles, or were under oppression from stronger monsters and thus sought refuge under the Management Bureau.

This Wang Hu lost an arm, probably due to being unable to face an enemy, so he sought refuge? After all, with the Management Bureau’s label, demons might be somewhat cautious—but being subdued by Bu Bugao, even though the species is tiger, signifies limited power, perhaps?

To be honest, Liu Minghao sees Bu Bugao as a… fledgling.

At this moment, Bu Bugao used an elbow to nudge Wang Hu, the dull Wang Hu suddenly seemed to recall something, “Wang Hu greets both lords.”

Both lords…

Liu Minghao shook his head, his evaluation of Bu Bugao dropped again, so he waved his hand and said, “Alright, greetings are enough, no need for excessive courtesy… Many demons are employed in our bureau, as long as you behave, we won’t make things difficult for you.”

Bu Bugao nudged again, Wang Hu slowly said, “The lord’s advice is wise.”

Little does he know this might be his life’s peak, Liu Minghao impatiently said, “Let it be, met as you’ve been, I have matters to attend to, let’s talk later, feel free.”

Saying this, Liu Minghao led Wei Zidao into a temporarily opened office inside.

Bu Bugao blinked at once, holding the two gift boxes, frowned deeply, “It shouldn’t be like this, isn’t it said that offering gifts and sweet talk makes superiors happy, and gets appreciation? Oh, can they be the frugal living type?”

Perplexed, Bu Bugao stared at Wang Hu, then complained, “It’s definitely your dull appearance!”

“Me?” Wang Hu pointed to himself, “What’s it got to do with me?”

“Soul!” Bu Bugao seriously said, “Your performance lacks soul, without emotion! Listen, when speaking, you need to put your soul into it so that people can feel your sincerity!”

“Oh.”

Bu Bugao sighed, having spent some time, he’s grown accustomed to Wang Hu’s wooden demeanor… not expecting much.

At this moment, Wang Hu looked outside, pointing towards an industrial park, suddenly said, “There is a pretty strong monster’s aura there.”

Bu Bugao paid no heed, casually said, “This is within Godly Land, you could encounter a monster anytime, what’s so strange about it.”

Wang Hu though said, “I feel the owner of this aura could fight me for quite some time.”

Bu Bugao rolled his eyes immediately, this dude says he dislikes fighting, yet on the way here, every monster they encountered got kicked hard nearly dead, all in the name of sparring…

“Don’t mess around!” Bu Bugao lowered his voice, “Fighting in other cities is one thing, we can leave after. Here is Lord Long’s territory… see how the Management Bureau dares not station staff? Should trouble arise, it’d only deploy personnel from elsewhere for a cursory handling?”

“Oh.”

At this time, Liu Minghao and Wei Zidao emerged from the office again, wearing coats, seemingly ready to leave—Bu Bugao felt his earlier performance wasn’t good enough, unsure how to showcase himself as a potentially valuable newcomer, seized the chance to approach them.

“Are you leaving, seniors?”

“You’re not gone yet…” Liu Minghao frowned, casually said, “We have cases pending, really no time to entertain you, apologies.”

“Seniors!” Bu Bugao enthusiastically said, “I noticed the two of you frowned deeply upon returning, must be having difficulties… Why don’t you see how about this? Anyway, my appointment time is flexible, currently with no tasks, why not let me help a bit, gain experience and learn a bit?”

“You?” Wei Zidao opened his mouth.

Bu Bugao nodded eagerly, full of anticipation, pulling Wang Hu along, pointing while saying, “Us!”

Liu Minghao pondered for a moment, then nodded, “Very well, you can follow us temporarily.”

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