Pingjiang City, Eastern District.
A five-story building stood there, its exterior looking somewhat aged.
The tiles on its outer walls had yellowed slightly, and its design was steeped in the scent of bygone years. Yet it was exceptionally clean overall, like a shirt of great commemorative value. Though time had flowed on, one never tired of looking at it; its classic style was instantly recognizable.
This office building, which looked like an old television station, seemed to have long been unoccupied.
However.
That was merely a facade meant to deceive the eye.
Three underground levels unknown to the public.
The headquarters of the Special Abilities Investigation Bureau was stationed there.
A high-level meeting was about to begin.
Before everyone had arrived, the various offices were all familiarizing themselves with documents, studying and considering the major matters to be discussed at the meeting.
The Captain General of the Investigation Division had graying temples and wore a pair of seemingly simple, unadorned glasses. His face carried an authority that needed no anger, and beneath his scholarly air was the bearing of one in a high position. The moment he opened his mouth, his imposing presence was extraordinary.
"The recent situation is far from optimistic..."
"High-level demon beasts have repeatedly been discovered within Pingjiang City. Recently, there have even been signs of vicious spirits appearing. If this continues..."
Vicious spirits.
That term always meant more lives lost!
Once traces of a vicious spirit appeared somewhere, it could never be alone. Even if every possible measure was taken to protect people, they could not escape the attacks of such terrifying demon beasts. The number of citizens who died was enough to make one seethe with rage!
Though the meeting had not officially begun, an oppressive atmosphere had already spread through the room, leaving the