Explanations and a mission

The living room on the first floor was quiet for a moment. Lu Yuan's fingers, which were unconsciously rubbing his cuffs, paused slightly, and his gaze returned from the dark silver [Time Bestower] Pocket Watch in the center of the wooden table.

He didn't rush to agree to the deal, but instead looked up at the Rock Grand Knight Commander opposite him, asking with some curiosity:

"Rock Grand Knight Commander, since an elite team from the Academy has already been investigating in Watch City, I wonder where they're currently stuck, and what I need to do there?"

In Lu Yuan's view, it's better to clarify some things beforehand.

If the problem in Watch City is merely the presence of the Heretic's Aura Concealment Potion or Plague Water, the Academy's Pharmacy Group has already figured out the corresponding screening and testing methods in the past few days. They can simply take the methods over there, without needing Lu Yuan to make the trip alone.

As for that strange potion that can forcibly drag the consciousness of a living person into an unknown world, the Lantern Knight and the Pharmacy Group had already figured out some of the extremely dangerous details when they were reverse-purifying it at the Hanging Tower Potion Room.

Its so-called "Pathway Contamination" essentially involves dragging people into that inexplicable world and then Contamination; all that's needed is to stay away, since there really isn't a very good way to do it.

After purification, this substance becomes so subtle that it is subconsciously ignored by the senses. Theoretically, if it were mixed into medicine or other food, it would most likely go undetected.

So even if Lu Yuan ran over, it wouldn't make a difference, because the problem couldn't be solved; that's the nature of the potion.

Rock Grand Knight Commander understood Lu Yuan's implied meaning. He placed his broad hand on the edge of the wooden table, shook his head slightly, and directly explained the situation at Watch City that truly left him helpless:

"The squad Watch City is currently stuck on two issues. The first is that all the survivors who were connected to that unknown world have lost all their memories of it after they came out."

The Rock Grand Knight Commander looked at Lu Yuan, his usually calm voice now tinged with seriousness:

"During this period, Watch City experienced several disturbances related to that strange potion."

"No matter what method we use, if we are not careful, all memories related to that world in the minds of our revived companions will be completely wiped out. Therefore, our exploration of that unknown territory can be said to have come to a complete halt."

At this point, the Rock Grand Knight Commander turned his gaze back to Lu Yuan and continued speaking frankly:

"Lu Yuan, although we don't know exactly what you experienced in that unknown world, or how much you still remember, it seems that you are the only one who came out of that world and still retains some memories."

"With you stationed at Watch City, even if some unexpected accident occurs during the investigation, your presence will provide them with more assurance. At least you can retrieve some memories from the investigation, so that everyone won't be completely clueless like before."

Lu Yuan listened to the analysis of the Rock Grand Knight Commander and narrowed his eyes.

While what Rock Grand Knight Commander said is true, didn't he consider the dangers that would arise from continuously venturing into that unknown world?

After all, Lu Yuan didn't really believe that the Rock Grand Knight Commander wouldn't have considered this kind of thing; it was obvious that he had, or rather, that he believed he could handle it.

Then, the Rock Grand Knight Commander changed the subject and revealed the core objective of this Watch City mission:

"As for the other matter, which is where I really need your help, it's to help them investigate the source of those strange materials and potions."

The Rock Grand Knight Commander looked at Lu Yuan with a serious expression and patiently explained:

"The Heretic have been frequently using those strange potions in the Northern Territory lately, and we still haven't discovered what the core ingredients they contain are. I even suspect that these things are not on the Empire's list of medicinal herbs at all."

"Although the Watch City team intercepted a small amount of unmixed potions, they were never able to find out where these medicinal materials were coming from."

"The String Knight greatly admire your expertise in Potion Studies, Pharmacognosy, and Eerie Inscription Studies. These areas of knowledge and expertise are not so difficult for you."

"Therefore, I need you to follow those clues and investigate deeper, to thoroughly uncover the source of the medicinal materials and potion-making techniques that the Heretic have gathered in the Watch City."

After stating these two obvious reasons, Rock Grand Knight Commander stopped speaking and quietly awaited Lu Yuan's reply. Behind his dignified and cold face, however, lay several unspoken considerations.

The entire Northern Territory is on the verge of collapse, and everyone, from the Knight Academy to the Fifth Order powerhouses throughout the Northern Territory, carries an even more important task on their shoulders.

The Astrologer Grand Knight Commander has already taken Eli to the Astrology Society in the Northern Territory. He himself has important responsibilities to oversee and handle, and it is impossible for a Fifth Order expert to personally investigate every matter.

Moreover, the Heretic in Watch City are hidden in the shadows. If we send renowned high-ranking knights there in a grand manner, those cunning rats will most likely retreat to the depths of the earth immediately, leaving no trace.

The Aura Concealment Potion revealed that this Heretic invasion was clearly premeditated. On the contrary, Lu Yuan, a freshman who had just enrolled, was very inconspicuous. By having him go undercover as a special advisor, it would be the easiest way to uncover the truth.

Furthermore, although Lu Yuan appears to be only a Third Order Knowledge Transcendent, his actual combat strength is definitely at the Fourth Order, so the Rock Grand Knight Commander is not worried about his ability to protect himself.

Besides, the Rock Grand Knight Commander had not forgotten the two strange incidents: the Heretic death of the Hanging Tower Heretic and Lu Yuan's swift discovery of the Rotten Mushroom Society book of the Decaying Society.

If Lu Yuan truly possesses some special ability, which he hasn't yet realized, to see information about others, then it would be extremely useful in the chaotic Watch City. If not, Lu Yuan's knowledge base is still more than enough to make a difference.

Adding to the fluctuations from the Sea of Knowledge— Forbidden Land he personally designated as safe—that occurred three days ago in the Infirmary, it's clear that Lu Yuan is definitely involved. Given that, what's there to hesitate about? He's the perfect candidate.

Across the wooden table, after listening to the task assigned by the Rock Grand Knight Commander, Lu Yuan's lingering doubts completely dissipated.

As long as he's not foolishly charging ahead, with his Sea of Knowledge and the existing team, the risks are definitely manageable.