The Peacekeeper Only Needs to Arrest Criminals, While Fu Hua's Considerations Are Simpler

Fu Hua took out an old coin purse from her pocket and handed it over.

Seeing this, Qing Yi clicked her tongue.

"Oh, what a rarity, an antique~ I didn't expect to see someone carrying money like this anymore."

"Yes, I'm a bit unfamiliar with some of the modern popular devices, please forgive me."

Qing Yi took the coin purse, weighed it, and waved her hand.

"It's nothing, just a bit novel. The development of this era is truly rapid. It's not just you, even I can barely keep up."

Scratching his head, Zhu Yuan said with some difficulty understanding.

"Senior, the feeling of two old friends reuniting after a long separation is quite strong between you two."

"Is that so? This young lady's personality resonates with mine, so I spoke a bit more."

"My purpose for this trip has been achieved, so I won't overstay my welcome. Goodbye, two Peacekeepers."

"Mm, perhaps we'll meet again."

Turning around, Fu Hua walked away slowly.

Watching the other person's retreating figure, Qing Yi narrowed her eyes and said to Zhu Yuan beside her.

"Well, can you tell if there's anything unusual about this person?"

Zhu Yuan tapped her chin, a hint of recollection in her voice.

"Her steps are steady, her presence is calm, very much like Miyabi's aura, but even more intense and restrained than hers."

"Not bad. According to data analysis and calculations, her Aether adaptability is surprisingly high, and..."

"Captain, the mission has been assigned."

"Understood. Let's go, Senior."

"Mm... alright."

The two shifted their attention from Fu Hua to the task at hand.

Morning, the sun hung high in the sky.

Fu Hua walked through the streets of New Eridu, tilting her head up to gaze at the sky.

"The weather's so nice, what should I do..."

With that thought, she found herself unconsciously walking towards a park frequented by the elderly.

Being near Guangying Plaza, many elderly people were there sunbathing, chatting, or playing chess.

Fu Hua's arrival was undoubtedly a novelty.

She looked like a high school student, a stark contrast to the surroundings.

Ignoring the gazes of the elderly crowd, Fu Hua found a small open space and began her warm-up exercises.

Soon, she assumed a horse stance and started practicing her punches.

At first, no one paid attention to the young girl, but as she began her martial arts practice, the powerful gusts of wind from her punches...

coupled with her sharp leg techniques, caused many of the elderly people to stop what they were doing.

They all turned to look.

"Whoa~ this girl's got some serious skills~"

"Tsk tsk tsk, just hearing that sound of air being cut, you know how much it would hurt to get hit."

"Sigh~ who practices martial arts these days, especially young girls."

Although Fu Hua could hear their voices, when practicing martial arts, one must not be distracted.

So, she remained focused on her own world.

Meanwhile, on the street not far away, a chase was unfolding.

A man wearing a graffiti-covered helmet was desperately fleeing with a safe in his arms.

He also had a long sword strapped to his back.

Behind him, Qing Yi, wielding a long staff, Zhu Yuan, holding a gun, and several other Peacekeepers were in pursuit.

"Hey, stop immediately and submit to inspection, or don't blame me for opening fire?"

"Open fire!? Haha, are you kidding me? There are pedestrians all around, I don't believe you'd dare to shoot."

"Report, Captain Zhu Yuan, the suspect's accomplice is waiting at the next intersection."

"Received, initiate encirclement immediately. Be careful not to harm any civilians."

"Understood."

After relaying instructions to the Peacekeepers on the other end of her earpiece, Zhu Yuan continued to keep a close eye on the mysterious helmeted man ahead.

"You are surrounded. If you continue to be stubborn, the outcome will inevitably be the worst.

Stop now, and there's still a chance to mitigate your crimes."

"Bah! Go talk to a ghost, heh."

"Zhu Yuan~ Why bother with someone like that."

"Senior, I, understand!"

Returning to this side, Fu Hua, who had finished her training, left slowly amidst the applause and cheers of the elderly folks watching from the side.

"Would you like… a cup of tea and milk?"

Although it was a question, Fu Hua's footsteps were already heading towards the distant tea and milk shop.

Just by chance.

The mysterious helmet man saw the getaway car from his accomplice was right in front of him.

"As long as… as long as I reach that place, Wādashi~ will be safe—"

Unfortunately, Seith, the white-haired beast-eared man who rounded the corner, blocked the helmet man's hope with his large shield.

"Hmph! You can't run now, can you? Surrender obediently!"

"Damn it! I was so close, so close! Why are you here to stop me!"

He pulled out the greatsword from behind him and charged at Seith.

Seeing this posture, Seith also drew the greatsword from behind him. At the same time, he raised his shield.

This stance alone made the helmet man change his direction.

He rushed into the nearby tea and milk shop and pulled out the cute girl with milky white hair as a hostage.

It was indeed our shop assistant, Coco.

"You, don't come any closer! Be careful, my sword has no eyes!"

Seeing this, Zhu Yuan, Qing Yi, and the others quickly stopped in their tracks.

"Hey, kidnapping an innocent bystander! Are you even a man!!"

Seith's temper flared as he spoke.

"Hmph! What business is it of yours? This is my only way to escape now!"

At this moment, looking at the shining knife at her neck, Coco's pink eyes were filled with panic and fear.

Big brother! I was hiding in the nooks and crannies under the counter. Why didn't you take a hostage from the onlookers standing on the street? Why did you run in here to specifically take me hostage! Is there something wrong with your brain!!

Coco cried out internally, her voice trembling slightly.

"Calm down, helmet man. Turn back now, it's not too late. If you really push things too far, then…"

Qing Yi propped her staff behind her and calmly advised.

Seeing the Peacekeepers surrounding them, the helmet man spoke.

"As long as you let me get in the car and let us go, I'll release this girl!"

Seeing the situation becoming increasingly tense.

Zhu Yuan had no choice but to prioritize Coco's safety.

"Okay, we'll let you go. Seith, make way."

"Captain!"

"Let them pass. We prioritize the safety of the public!"

"Yes! You better really let her go."

After exhaling towards the helmet man, Seith cautiously retreated backward.

Seeing this, the helmet man couldn't help but smile.

"Heh, I thought you guys were so capable, but it turns out you're just this? You still obediently let me pass—"

Before his mocking words were finished.

A gray-blue figure flashed in front of him.

Before anyone could react.

Fu Hua knocked the helmet man's weapon away with a hand chop, then pushed out with her palm.

She struck the opponent back.

Seizing the opportunity, she hugged the panicked Coco, then turned and delivered an upward kick.

The swift attack aimed directly at the opponent's chin.

The powerful force sent the helmet man flying, even shattering his hard helmet with this move.

The helmet man's distorted face and the saliva he spat out were faintly visible.

As the criminal fell to the ground, unable to get up.

Zhu Yuan and the others immediately reacted and moved forward to suppress him.

Fu Hua's consideration was simple.

Her gaze was gentle as she spoke to Coco, who was staring at her blankly.

"Could I trouble you for a cup of tea and milk, please? Thank you."