Harmony

"Help! Save us... a demon! This person has a terrible demon inside them!!"

As the security personnel arrived, the underground detention room erupted in wails.

"What demon? Isn't this just an 'escapee'?"

Fatty Charles was truly foolish, failing to grasp the situation even at this critical moment.

In his eyes, Han Dong was just causing trouble in the cell... He wanted to bring Han Dong to justice on the spot, to impress the Knight.

Perhaps he could even get a promotion to a better department.

As for Charles's companion, the tall and thin Brown, he had already sensed something was amiss.

"Could it be... he really is!"

When escorting Han Dong earlier, he had felt a similar sense of dread. Although it was only a fleeting feeling, he clearly remembered the sense of danger Han Dong had evoked.

Just as Charles approached Han Dong with his club.

Slap! A loud smack.

Charles was sent flying backwards.

It was Officer Days who had struck him. He quickly stepped forward, personally unlocked Han Dong's shackles, and bowed 90 degrees to apologize.

"Friend Valen Nicholas.

My two incompetent subordinates have committed such a foolish act, disregarding the charter and regulations, unlawfully detaining a 'Knight-Errant,' and threatening national security.

I will send them to the local court for arbitration immediately!

Furthermore, I will represent the authorities in offering an apology to you and your family."

Officer Days clearly understood the gravity of the situation. In the current circumstances, this was the only and best course of action. The next step depended on the magnanimity of this young Valen.

It was entirely possible that Officer Days might lose his badge.

Meanwhile, the tall and thin Brown beside him was completely stunned, his body trembling slightly. "R...Returner. What foolish thing have I done."

Having long abused their authority to oppress civilians, they were accustomed to judging by appearance... this frail and sickly young man was, in reality, a Knight-Errant.

He sat on the ground with wide eyes, unable to speak.

As for Charles, who had been slapped away, he trembled all over upon learning Han Dong's identity, even losing control of his bladder.

Han Dong, however, appeared unfazed.

Aside from the discomfort of the shackles, everything was fine... Han Dong had achieved exactly the effect he desired, gaining an 'advantage' to put the local security bureau in their place, completely avoiding the leakage of his identity, and thus enabling him to gather more information.

The only thing he hadn't anticipated was the arrival of this high-ranking Knight.

"Valen, are you alright?"

Just as Han Dong was about to greet Knight Barton, the latter spoke first.

"I'm fine, it was just a misunderstanding..."

Unexpectedly, Barton Fogus, who had a calm expression, suddenly became furious.

Removing his black iron mask, he stared at the two security personnel who had committed a grave offense with eyes full of animosity.

"This is no misunderstanding... I also came from the commoner district, and I know how disgusting these cowardly and timid individuals are, those who use their jobs to avoid participating in Destiny Space.

Using trivial authority to oppress civilians! Exploiting civilians!

If not for the Knight Order's strict regulations against killing, I would have already beheaded you in the street and displayed your corpses as a warning!

There's no need to escort them to court! I, as the 'representative,' can conduct the judgment right here.

Unlawfully detaining a Knight-Errant, threatening the fundamental safety of humanity, disregarding the supreme charter! You maggots from the sewers deserve to die, and your souls should be reviled by all after death.

Valen, you have the right to take their lives right now."

The Knight was enraged.

These words frightened all the personnel in the security station and the temporarily detained suspects to their knees... As for the two offenders, they were so terrified they were about to faint.

Barton appeared extremely angry.

In reality, he wasn't particularly concerned about such trivial matters at the lower level.

He was merely feigning anger, intending to use this incident to understand Nicholas's true nature...

At this moment, all eyes were focused on Han Dong.

Most people hoped that Han Dong would kill these two fools who had detained a Knight-Errant without regard for consequences.

However... Han Dong seemed to have no intention of killing. He got up and walked towards the stairs of the underground detention room, smiling and trying to ease the tense atmosphere:

"Fighting is not good, is it? Humanity is at a critical juncture of life and death. Harmonious development is the most important thing... I'd like to ask, if they were to be prosecuted through normal legal channels, how would they be punished?"

Officer Days immediately replied:

"Once sent to court, they will face three outcomes for violating the supreme charter.

First, they will be stripped of all rights and branded as permanent slaves, forced to work in the filthiest latrines or to mine endlessly in the deepest pits."

Second, act as a human bait and accompany the Knight Order outside the city.

Third, death penalty."

"Harmony, harmony… Don't people die at the drop of a hat. Humanity's base is already small, everyone should fully utilize their social value."

Hearing Han Dong say this, Charles and Brown showed a hint of 'gratitude' in their eyes, thinking that this lord would show mercy and not hold a grudge.

Han Dong offered his thoughts: "As for value… I think the first option is pretty good. I hope they can repent and become new people."

Repentance is possible, but once they go into the mines, they won't be coming back up for a lifetime.

Officer Days immediately responded: "I will present your suggestion to the court!"

He then had his subordinates arrest the two offending subordinates and send them to the local court.

"Friend Nicholas, how about we process the relevant procedures for you immediately?

Enroll your family members in the special registry, unlock their files, and allow them to transfer freely from the civilian area! At the same time, your family will no longer be required to enter Destiny Space."

Han Dong said politely, "Knight Barton seems to have something to discuss with me. You all handle these matters yourselves! If any decisions need to be made, find my sister, Nina Nicholas."

"That's right, we can't keep a Knight waiting!" Days immediately turned to his subordinates, "Someone, quickly invite Miss Nina Nicholas to the sub-bureau. Be sure to invite her politely."

Thus, under the watchful eyes of the officer and all the security personnel, Han Dong and Knight Barton left through the main entrance.

Just as Han Dong was about to ask Barton why he had sought him out, he was preempted again.

Barton said with a cold expression, "You could have shown your Knight-Errant card to prove your identity when those two maggots came looking for you. Why did you intentionally do that?"

"…Haha." Han Dong let out a silly laugh, seeming to feel that he had done something 'bad'.

"Well… I just found those two very unpleasant to look at. Just as you said, they bully civilians using their petty authority.

I was already planning to visit the sub-bureau, and it would be good to resolve those two maggots through normal legal channels without upsetting anyone, wouldn't it?"

Barton nodded slightly: "I understand some things now, like why you passed the four-star novice event… I came here to satisfy my curiosity.

Your 'stratagem' is quite good, but what was the key to your victory?

You managed to make the temporary suspects imprisoned in the security bureau foam at the mouth, and they all looked at you with the fear and terror one would have for a demon. Can you elaborate on this matter?"