"Welcome back."
The light screen in the room lit up.
Lines of text appeared on the screen:
"Gu Qingshan's strength has been detected to have returned to its original level. Activating protective measures."
"Upgrading Gu Qingshan's personal clearance to: Federation Leader."
"This upgrade will be reported to the Federation President."
"Beginning production of a Mobile Armor bodyguard force to protect Mr. Gu Qingshan."
Gu Qingshan asked in surprise, "Are you—Gu Su'an?"
"It's me, sir."
"How did you get here?"
"I asked Fei Ying and the others to bring me back. Sir, let's not get caught up in reminiscing just yet. You're in danger."
Several scenes flashed across the screen.
A group of professionals had quietly gathered outside the Mecha Research Division, as if waiting for something.
Their identities appeared one by one, along with their backgrounds, strength, and specialties.
They were all among the Federation's top experts.
With Gu Qingshan only at the Qi Refining stage, he really wouldn't stand a chance against them.
Without the Goddess of Justice, he would have had to avoid them for now and wait until he'd advanced further before considering a direct confrontation.
But now...
"You killed the Nie Family's young master. The news has spread throughout the Nine Prefectures, and a deadly trap targeting you is already in place," Gu Su'an said.
Gu Qingshan suddenly remembered something and asked, "Do the Nine Prefectures still have the highest level of clearance?"
"Don't worry, sir. I've already made the change—with just a tiny adjustment," Gu Su'an replied.
Bang!
The door swung open.
A humanoid robot stood outside.
"Sir, I've taken control of all the Mobile Armor. You can walk right out through the Su Family's front entrance," Gu Su'an said.
Gu Qingshan was about to step forward, but stopped and thought it over. "Don't. Cancel