I Can Infinitely Synthesize Transcendent Genes - Chapter 128
Chapter 128:118 Evolve! Fists Blazing (Seeking monthly tickets, recommendations, and subscriptions)_1
“So how do you explain those two dead bodies?”
“I killed them.”
“You killed them? Are you capable of that?”
“You’re right, in fact, they were killed by you?”
“Pei Jinye! Could you please be more respectful and not sarcastic?” Xu Tian was very annoyed.
Pei Jinye looked on indifferently, a faint smile on his lips: “Indeed, you even know idioms.”
Xu Tian’s face darkened as he said sternly, “Based on your statement, I have good reason to believe that you fabricated this story out of greed for merit!”
The interrogation room was suddenly pushed open from the outside, and Xu Tian’s words were cut off before he could finish. He looked angrily towards the door.
But seeing who it was, his face stiffened.
Because it was Governor Zhou Weiren of Da Peng City.
Governor Zhou walked in with a cold expression, while Secretary Lin and the bodyguards stood outside the door.
“Xu Tian, what are you trying to do?” Governor Zhou spoke in a calm voice, but somehow it exerted great pressure.
“Governor Zhou, I’m just following standard procedures, that’s not against the law, correct?”
Governor Zhou replied indifferently, “Groundless speculation can’t be taken as evidence. What’s the point of having your Judgement Place if that were the case? Please leave if the interrogation is over.”
Xu Tian stood still, a mix of shock and anger in his eyes.
However, Governor Zhou added indifferently, “If there’s anything else, I can pass it on to Mr. Han and let him decide.”
Xu Tian glared coldly at Pei Jinye, then turned and left with an extremely ugly expression on his face.
After he left,
Governor Zhou shook his head and sighed lightly, “This man can’t handle great matters.”
He then looked up at Pei Jinye, “I heard about what happened to you last night, it was too dangerous. Thankfully you weren’t injured too severely… do you want to leave the Investigation Team?”
Pei Jinye laughed, “Uncle Zhou is too concerned. I’ve come this far, it would make me look useless if I backed out so easily.”
“It’s just too dangerous,” Governor Zhou sighed. “I’ve already read the report on last night’s operation. The Military Department took the lead, your Investigation Team assisted, and as a result, we had 78 casualties. This incident has already alarmed the higher-ups.”
“I remember a Black Robed person appeared at the end last night. He was very powerful,” Pei Jinye feigned ignorance as he carefully probed for information.
“He is the Black Robed Elder, his real name is unknown. We’ve said before he’s a Third Rank Extraordinary Person, but now it seems he’s too strong, we can’t stop him here,” Governor Zhou sighed again, his worries evident.
Up to now, they still hadn’t received any information about the Black Robed Elder, nor did they know the purpose of their appearance here.
The less they knew, the more uneasy Governor Zhou felt.
Therefore, as soon as he got the news that Pei Jinye had awakened this morning, he immediately canceled his following meetings to come and see him.
But he hesitated, not knowing how to broach the subject.
Pei Jinye was understanding, “Uncle Zhou, if you have any questions, just ask.”
Governor Zhou looked at him, smiled, and said, “It’s nothing much. I was just thinking about the sudden appearance of people from the Old Gods Association last night and feel the days to come won’t be peaceful. If there’s anything scarce you need, I’ll have Secretary Lin send it to you.”
“I don’t lack anything on my side,” Pei Jinye shook his head, then changed the subject, “It’s just I’ve been busy with tasks, and I can’t take good care of things at home. If Uncle Zhou could lend a hand, I would be forever grateful.”
“Nonsense,” Governor Zhou looked at the forehead of Pei Jinye, “How’s the wound?”
Pei Jinye grinned, “I have thick skin; it didn’t get that deep, just a superficial wound. Yesterday, after being kidnapped, I caught them off guard and fought back. If it weren’t for the Mech Body’s protection, things might have been tough for me.”
Upon hearing this, Governor Zhou also felt a surge of relief.
After some more pleasantries, he saw Pei Jinye off.
Brother Bi knew him too, but he didn’t feel comfortable coming over to say anything. It wasn’t until after he drove Pei Jinye away that he curiously asked, “You know the Governor?”
“Came to pay a visit,” Pei Jinye replied offhandedly.
Brother Bi didn’t think much of it, since the Governor really did see quite a few people today.
They drove quickly to the base.
Even Pei Jinye thought that Second Group Leader Xie Zuxin would come over to ask about last night’s incident, but he didn’t.
It was as if nothing had happened last night.
Brother Bi was also a little puzzled, thinking that the Investigation Team had suffered heavy losses last night, so the leader didn’t have much to say.
“Oh right, I’ve reserved a dormitory for you here at the base, and here’s the key. Whenever you want to rest, you’ll have a place to do so,” he said.
Pei Jinye took the key and thanked him.
Brother Bi arranged for Pei Jinye to rest, “We won’t have any missions for a while, and you’re still injured, so you should recover first. We have doctors at the base; if you’re feeling unwell, just contact Xing Tian directly. I’ve got to deal with some material work.”
“Go ahead with your work; don’t worry about me,” Pei Jinye said.
Nodding in acknowledgment, Pei Jinye watched Brother Bi leave before taking another look at the key in his hand.
“Old Pei.”
A familiar voice came from behind him.
Pei Jinye turned around to look.
It was indeed Gu Wutong.
But this guy…
Pei Jinye looked at him quizzically; his forehead was bandaged up, but Gu Wutong looked even worse, both arms broken, in casts, hanging in front of him. If you didn’t know better, you might think he was cosplaying a zombie.
“Haha, you got injured too?” Gu Wutong seemed quite pleased.
Pei Jinye looked puzzled, “What’s there to be happy about? But it looks like you had it worse than me.”
Gu Wutong went all chunibyo, “Scars are a man’s merits. I unlocked two at once this time, one more than you!”
Mad idiocy.
Pei Jinye smiled with concern, “Looks pretty serious.”
“I was chasing down the Old Gods Association yesterday when that guy played dirty, calling in three helpers. Four against one, I would have definitely taken him down otherwise,” Gu Wutong said with some regret.
Pei Jinye raised an eyebrow, “You play pretty wild, huh?”
Gu Wutong scoffed, “My ways are not as wild as yours. I heard you were kidnapped yesterday and ended up killing two?”
Pei Jinye was startled.
Had the news spread that quickly?
He had intended to keep things low key.
Suddenly, Gu Wutong whispered, “To be honest, are you interested in joining our Group Seven?”
“Why would I go to your Group Seven?” Pei Jinye chuckled, “I’m fine right here; there’s no problem.”
Gu Wutong scoffed, “Did your team leader look for you today?”
“No. What about it?” Pei Jinye looked at him suspiciously, “What do you know this time?”
Gu Wutong clucked his tongue, “It’s really precious, considering your feats yesterday, a great service to our efforts, and yet… your team leader suppressed the matter.”
Pei Jinye’s eyebrows lifted slightly.
Gu Wutong shrugged, “It’s not that I’m trying to stir things up, but some people just aren’t good. You caused such a big commotion as soon as you arrived. The big shots couldn’t succeed, yet a newcomer like you counter-kills two of them… Someone thinks you’re too conspicuous and needs to clamp down on you, so your merits have vanished.”
He glanced at Pei Jinye’s expression, “Of course, you can choose not to believe it.”
Yawned.
Gu Wutong turned and left.
Pei Jinye stood in place, deep in thought.
Just then.
Suddenly, Xing Tian’s voice came through.
[Team member Pei Jinye, your group leader Xie Zuxin is looking for you. Please proceed immediately to office 401. The optimal route has been mapped out for you.]
Pei Jinye pulled himself together and followed the green icons on the floor to find his way.
Inside office 401.
After finishing the paperwork on the desk, Xie Zuxin raised his head to look at Pei Jinye, “Take a seat.”
Pei Jinye sat down, this was probably the first time he had a face-to-face chat with the group leader about official matters.
It was said Xie Zuxin was a second-rank Transcendent.
As to what kind of Transcendent, Pei Jinye had no idea.
“I’ve read the report about last night’s incident, you did well, but it was a bit risky… What would you have done if our team couldn’t get there in time?”
Xie Zuxin started off with a variety of criticisms, which surprised Pei Jinye.
But he didn’t care inside.
Gu Wutong’s words served as a reminder.
As for what kind of leader Xie Zuxin really was, he would find out for himself.
“There was a proposal to commend you, but I turned it down. In this matter, I need to keep a low profile. Do you understand?” Xie Zuxin’s gaze drilled into him.
Pei Jinye understood that he wanted to use the authority of the group leader to prove his power, but he did not accept this. However, being dependent on others, the face-saving act was well done, “I understand.”
Xie Zuxin nodded, “I’m giving you three days off. In addition, I want you to write a detailed report about last night’s incident. The Old Gods Association is conducting a strict investigation. If you can provide useful information, I’ll secure you a commendation. You’re young; keep performing well, and I, Xie Zuxin, will never let down my people!”
“Thanks for the advice, Chief. If there’s nothing else, Jinye will take his leave now,” said Pei Jinye as he stood up.
Xie Zuxin’s expression gradually softened as he watched him leave.
As the door closed, he withdrew his gaze and took out a commendation application from the drawer.
He hesitated over the nominee’s name without moving to write.
The personal phone rang.
He glanced at the caller ID before answering, “Speak.”
“Found out… The Governor didn’t visit the kid alone this morning; he also visited those who were injured last night. Plus, I’ve learned that this kid has a simple background, got in through a school quota,” the person on the phone said.
Xie Zuxin raised his eyebrows slightly, “So, there’s no connection between him and the Governor?”
The person on the phone affirmed, “A nobody from an ordinary family, what kind of relationship could he have with the Governor? Probably just received a bit more attention for being a talent…”
Xie Zuxin pondered momentarily.
Then he decisively wrote his nephew’s name over the nominee’s.
“With this commendation, Ping Tian should be about set for the rating next February.”
He casually filed the application into a folder.
And put it back in the drawer.
As for Pei Jinye, just a small fry here to experience life, what need has he for accolades!
Pei Jinye returned to his dormitory.
Brother Bi had already arranged for someone to clean up; a table, a single bed, and a desk lamp—it was neat and tidy.
Pei Jinye sat on the bed, closed his eyes, and started to ponder.
The attribute panel appeared in front of him in response.
[Name]: Pei Jinye;
[New Extraordinary Genes]: Devour·First Form (26/100)… Element: Flame;
[New Extraordinary Abilities]: Flame;
[Vitality Value]: 16-18.1;
[Stamina]: 16.6-17.8 (average value for ordinary people is 1);
[Psychic Power]: 10.2-17.8;
[Skill]: Shock (Great Success 95%); Twelve Lotuses (Great Success 71%); Thousands of Autumns in a Big Dream (Great Success 46%)… (Added: Firearms (Beginner 50%), Storage Technique (Beginner 40%), Rapid Fist (Beginner 40%))
Looking at the three figures, Pei Jinye felt a wave of relief wash over him.
If he hadn’t taken advantage of the medical supplies from the investigation team, his Vitality right now wouldn’t just have slid down by 0.1.
Indeed, government property was something to be cherished!
Pity he couldn’t keep taking them indefinitely, he had to appear weak and get approval from a doctor to enjoy their benefits.
If he hadn’t been ruthless enough to deal himself a blow last night, he likely wouldn’t have received such treatment.
Pretending to be injured was also to avoid showing himself too strong.
Only when people thought that he counter-killed two members of the Old Gods Association by fluke would the scrutiny surrounding him gradually fade away.
Too much attention was never a good thing.
“Fire…”
The next second, Pei Jinye’s smile became cryptic.
A small flame flickered at his fingertips, gone in a flash.
Too bad this guy’s “Flame” could only be attached to his fists.
However…
Pei Jinye tilted his head, pondering.
It actually suited his close-combat style quite well.
“If I let out all my Vitality, this punch of mine…”
“I wonder if Xu Tian’s dog life can take it!”
