A whole lot of talk and a lie detector

"I see. So you want me to deduce and interpret my own actions... That's not difficult at all," Fu Luo said, understanding Lin Yu's intention. "It's not even really deduction—as long as I know roughly what the situation was, I can immerse myself in it and know what choice I made."

"There's still an element of 'reasoning' involved, after all, recreating a scene isn't that easy."

Lin Yu added.

Fu Luo nodded. "That's true... However, I no longer have the 'Detective' abilities or [Item] for scene reconstruction; I can only rely on pure experience and skill for this..."

"That's enough, Detective," Lin Yu said casually. "So there's really nothing to prepare for in this regard... What you really need to prepare is what to say when you meet Nightless Sky Yong Lian."

Fu Luo said, "There's nothing to prepare at all, Old Lin. You don't think I need to put in a lot of effort to get along with the Family Head, do you? Although I might need to carefully consider my words at first, now... I just need to chat with her normally—we're all friends, there's no need to be so formal."

Lin Yu looked at Fu Luo: "But this time I'm not just taking you back to see her once—I need you to help me get some information out of her."

"Some secrets she might not even want to tell me... A Luo, you'll help me, right?"

Hearing Lin Yu's words, Fu Luo agreed without hesitation.

"Old Lin, just ask, and I'll definitely help you."

However, after readily agreeing, Fu Luo hesitated.

"But, uh... do I really think I can get that old fox to talk? I don't think I can fool her... especially since you said, Old Lin, that it's some 'secrets' she might not want to mention..."

Lin Yu shook his head and said, "There's no need to worry about that. Even if they find out you're trying to 'get information' or 'probe,' it won't matter."

Fu Luo stroked his chin. "Oh, I understand what you mean, Old Lin —you mean, even if the Nightless Sky Family Head sees through my ulterior motives, it's still part of your plan?"

Lin Yu shook his head. "No, what I mean is... even if you get caught trying to trick her into revealing information, what can she do to you?"

Fu Luo's expression froze.

Old Zheng chuckled and took a big gulp of cola, "Go for it, Detective! Try your best not to get caught."

Fu Luo glanced at the gloating Old Zheng and pointed at the leisurely guy watching the show.

"Old Lin, didn't you plan anything for this guy?"

Old Zheng looked at Lin Yu: "Yes, boss—you should have some tasks I need to perform on this trip to the Barren Realm, right?"

"Yes, there is, but there's really nothing to explain in advance, because I've already asked Hannah to assist Stiller in playing 'Arthur.' Although you might still need to play your old role as 'Schreiber,'" Lin Yu explained, "But because of the 'Stiller' storyline, you certainly won't need to be as active."

Old Zheng saluted solemnly. "Thank you, boss. I knew I had made so many contributions in this operation in Shenzhen. You'll definitely understand and forgive me—but don't worry, boss, I will definitely complete the tasks you assign me to a high standard."

Fu Luo was a little curious, and while pondering, he said, "Eh? Isn't Arthur just 'Schreiber's' identity in the 'Barren Realm'? Stiller plays 'Arthur' in his activities, but Old Zheng also plays 'Schreiber'... Wow, Old Lin, you really are a 'Director,' with a dual narrative."

"This isn't the same as 'dual narrative,' but I do intend to use this to create some special designs and unique storylines," Lin Yu said in a low voice, then looked at Old Zheng, "You can definitely 'rest' this time. Anyway, you'll be quite busy with the next [Instance] after we return from the Barren Realm."

Old Zheng was stunned. "Next [Instance]?"

Lin Yu nodded. "Yes, the Second Generation 'Freud' invited me, under the identity of 'Schreiber,' to go to the Mist Island Realm together, saying that she had prepared a 'Trial' for me as well. I accepted her invitation and made a new invitation to her—while she Trial me, the two of us can also take the opportunity to completely kill the First Generation 'Jung'... Anyway, that's all for now."

"She hasn't replied to me yet... but killing the First Generation 'Jung' would benefit her greatly. Not only does she hate the First Generation 'Jung,' but after First Generation Jung, she would likely be able to further consolidate her Soul Authority —so she has almost no reason to refuse me."

Upon hearing Lin Yu's description, Old Zheng felt a headache coming on. "Wow... Boss, to be honest, it's not that I want to run away, but I feel this [Instance] is going to be very dangerous. I did a quick assessment, and it might even exceed your current ability limits—so I really don't recommend you wade into this kind of trouble right now."

Lin Yu looked at Old Zheng: "Which of my recent [Instance] hasn't been dangerous... I don't have much time left. Going to Mist Island and acting with the Second Generation Freud is a great opportunity to improve 'Schreiber's' strength. I can't miss it."

"But the Second Generation Freud is really different. How should I put it... even though she seems to have changed a lot compared to the 'Fluorvosamine' era, I don't think her essence has changed," Old Zheng said thoughtfully. "Boss, among those guys you've encountered who are hostile towards you, she's certainly not the strongest one—'The Emperor' and 'The Diviner' are much more powerful and dangerous opponents than her."

"But I still think... you'd better not accept her invitation so easily."

Old Zheng said seriously, "I'm really not avoiding my past or anything like that; this is a conclusion I've reached objectively, setting aside personal feelings."

"If the Diviner is a finely tuned machine, and the emperor is a massive cannon, then Qiao Ke... she's like a runaway car with malfunctioning brakes."

"Perhaps she doesn't possess the full range of functions of Diviner, nor the destructive power of an emperor, but... she is uncontrollable—the former two operate with predictable patterns, and their modes of action take into account not 'destroying' themselves."

"But Qiao Ke... you can't judge her from that perspective—because many of her actions might be reckless and self-destructive."

"So, for someone like you, boss, who's adept at using Rule and maneuvering with the powerful... in some ways, she's actually more troublesome."

"Furthermore, Mist Island is practically her home turf—if it weren't for the restrictions of the Divine Realm, and the God of Change could still help you so freely, I have nothing to say."

"But now... after all, the God of Change can no longer be relied upon."

"Mist Island itself is the most treacherous of the Ten Realms..."

Lin Yu looked at Old Zheng: "I know."

After all, he had just learned a new piece of Fun Fact from Gan Duo.

The worlds of "Mist Island" and "Prison Mountain" seem to have existed as [Instance] worlds from the very beginning.

The unique characteristics of the Prison Mountain Realm have become apparent: even compared to the Gray Domain, the "World Will" of the Prison Mountain Realm is a relatively active type.

The equally ancient Mist Island Realm must also have its own unique characteristics.

"But Old Zheng, although I don't have the God of Change's direct help, I can seek his indirect help," Lin Yu paused here, "Besides... I still have you."

"You are very familiar with both Mist Island and the Second Generation 'Freud'."

"On my own, I might not be able to handle it... but with you by my side, I'm confident we can give it a try."

Old Zheng showed a clear look of hesitation.

"I always felt this matter wasn't so simple..."

This time, it was Fu Luo's turn to watch the fun and cheer from the sidelines.

"You're just scared."

Old Zheng frankly admitted, "Who wouldn't be afraid of that... That's the world where I'll 'die' in the end, it's very unlucky, okay?"

"But that was the world you were once most familiar with," Lin Yu said earnestly. "Besides, I believe you can help me deal with Fluorvosamine and the Mist Island Realm... You should also believe in me; I have the adaptability to handle this 'Trial'."

Old Zheng shook his head. "It's not the 'Trial' itself that's the problem. Although Qiao Ke's designed Trial, especially the Trial designed based on the impression 'Schreiber' has left on her, is probably a bit too harsh... what really worries me is that she placed the 'Trial' in the Mist Island Realm —I just feel there's something fishy about it."

"Although Qiao Ke obtained Soul Authority in the 'Mist Island Realm,' her understanding of the Mist Island Realm wasn't actually that deep... In fact, most of her [Item] in the early stages came from the Black Marsh World. Although she learned a lot of soul and magic-related skills from the members of the organization, for a long time, she was active as a member of the 'Operations Department,' relying mostly on the hunting and combat techniques of the Black Marsh World."

Therefore, the part of the Mist Island Realm that she is familiar with is not the main body of the Mist Island Realm, that is, the hundreds of relatively 'stable' islands, but rather the 'dangerous' and 'strange' parts above the Absolute Sea and beyond the islands.

"That's a part that Previous Civilization failed to fully explore, and even the Lord of Mist Island didn't grasp..."

"If she sets up the 'Trial' scenario there... and you also have to kill the First Generation 'Jung,' I'm really not optimistic."

Lin Yu looked at Old Zheng: "But you're not completely ignorant about those parts, right?"

Old Zheng nodded reluctantly. "Of course, but I only know a little bit..."

Fu Luo looked at Old Zheng: "I have a feeling you're hiding something again."

Old Zheng gave a wry smile, "No way, 'Sherlock'... Don't think that just because I've been in the Mist Island Realm long enough, I know everything about it— Mist Island is more complicated than you imagine."

Fu Luo frowned. "But I've heard that the 'Psychology Society' has explored the Mist Island region beyond the Absolute Sea many times..."

Old Zheng shook his head and said, "That's a rumor. At least there were no such events when I was the President."

Lin Yu looked at Old Zheng: "Really?"

"Really, boss, I swear to God."

Old Zheng raised his Right Hand and said.

"Beep beep--Pfft!"

A negative sound effect came from behind Lin Yu.

You're lying.

Lin Yu said.

However, what supports Lin Yu's judgment is not the [Three-Minute Lie Detector].

Instead...

The "Fluoxetine" Information Lifeform version peeked out from behind Lin Yu.

That is, Bai You.

"That's right, First Generation President, you're lying!"