Li Yunwei knew.
The powerhouse hiding behind the scenes was probably far stronger than Chu Long!
Someone that strong was an invaluable asset to Linhai City, especially with the Blood Moon Calamity approaching. They had to find powerful people as soon as possible.
Was there really no way to uncover the identity of the person behind all this?!
Was he Chen Nian or not?
Li Yunwei suddenly thought of something. She could call Chen Nian. If he really was here, he would surely be unable to answer.
She immediately called him.
"Hello, Captain Li?"
"Chen Nian? Where are you right now?"
"At home. What's wrong?"
"Take a selfie and send it to me right now. It's urgent!" Li Yunwei said hurriedly.
"Captain Li... th-this isn't appropriate, is it? I have a girlfriend."
"?!!"
Li Yunwei nearly spat blood.
After hanging up, she let out another helpless chuckle. "Looks like I was overthinking it."
That expert had orchestrated everything from the shadows, playing everyone like puppets. His attacks were precise and ruthless, and he could use wind, lightning, and fire spells, all without revealing his whereabouts. How could he possibly be Chen Nian?
At the very least, he had to be a scheming old fox!
Wait!
Li Yunwei immediately called the enforcement bureau's support team.
"Quick, pinpoint the exact location of this phone number right now!"
"Yes, Captain Li. Please hold."
"We found it, Captain Li! It's not far from the docks."
"What?!"
Li Yunwei slowly lowered her phone and couldn't help drawing in a sharp breath.
Chen Nian was nearby...
Was that powerhouse really him?
"What's wrong, Captain? Should we arrest him?"
"No, there's no need. I'll handle it."
"Phew..."
Chen Nian let out a long sigh of relief.
I didn't expect this enforcement officer to be so clever. She's already starting to suspect my identity. That's not good news...
It wasn't a big deal if she alone knew his identity. He could simply have her keep it secret, just like Qin Yu's friends.
But if the authorities found out, there would be plenty of trouble. They might need him to step in all over the place.
Just as he was thinking about that, Qin Yu called!
"Chen Nian, where are you? I have something really important to see you about."
"Uh, I'm at home."
"Okay, wait there. I'll come over right away. Make sure you wait for me!"
After hanging up, Chen Nian didn't hesitate any longer. Using Void-Escaping Spirit Snake, he soared into the air and headed straight home.
As for Chu Long's subordinates, ambulances had already arrived to pick them up.
Those with minor injuries would need a week of rest, while the badly injured would need ten days to half a month to recover.
For people who urgently needed to level up right now, this was an absolutely devastating blow!
"B-Boss... why didn't you fight him with everything you had?"
One subordinate asked indignantly, struggling to support his battered body.
In their eyes, Chu Long had always been an extremely proud man. He had never voluntarily admitted his own weakness like he had today.
He had been meek and deferential, without a trace of pride...
"You don't know shit!"
Still shaken, Chu Long said, "That wasn't even the man fighting me just now. Someone else was secretly controlling him..."
"What?!" Everyone was shocked.
"He concealed himself while controlling someone else, and he could still attack with wind, lightning, and fire. He even blocked my Lightning Spear with ease..."
At this point, a chill spread down Chu Long's spine, and even his voice began to tremble.
"To think someone that strong was hiding in Linhai City... fight him head-on? Do you want me to get myself killed?!"
Everyone: ...
This was the first time they had seen their boss so wary of anyone.
They, too, felt lingering waves of fear.
If what the boss said was true, we'd probably already be dead if that man hadn't held back...
"Boss, who do you think he was?"
"...N-no, it's hard to say."
Chu Long had nearly blurted out the name "Buyu."
But on second thought, he found the idea absurd.
The people Buyu associated with were all at the very top of Calamity. He had nothing to do with small fry like Chu Long.
Why would he bother meddling in such a trivial matter?
Countless beautiful women were in love with him, each with a more formidable background than the last. Someone like Qin Yu wouldn't even make the list.
How could a man who stood above everyone like a god possibly be in the mood to beat him up?
I'm giving myself far too much credit! Chu Long couldn't help thinking.
Not long after Chen Nian got home, Qin Yu and the others arrived.
"Xiao Yu, go up by yourself. We won't come with you."
"Huh? Wouldn't it be a little awkward if I went alone...?"
"You're his girlfriend. What's awkward about it? It'd be awkward if we tagged along! Go on, hurry."
Seeing the mischievous grins on all three faces, Qin Yu had no choice but to go up alone and knock.
The door opened.
She stammered, "Chen Nian, I have something..."
"Xiao Yu, you hardly ever visit. Go inside and talk!"
"Exactly! Hurry inside. We'll wait out here."
"Don't be shy. Go on!"
Qin Yu was pushed through the doorway, and the door slammed shut.
Only then did Chen Nian look the girl before him up and down.
She leaned against the door. Because of the fight earlier, her delicate face was dirty, and her makeup was smeared.
Her gaze wandered, seemingly out of shyness.
"Come in and sit down."
"Here, wipe your face. Did you need something?"
Chen Nian asked as he handed her a damp towel.
"I have something for you..."
"What is it?"
"A piece of equipment."
Qin Yu took out the epic equipment, the Demon Turtle Armguard.
Even Chen Nian was surprised.
She was actually going to give him something this good?!
"Take it. Don't feel bad. You gave me good equipment before, too," Qin Yu explained. "Besides, you're stronger than me. Good equipment will be more useful to you."
"That makes a lot of sense. I'll take it, then."
"You?!"
"What?"
"You really aren't shy about taking it!"
Chen Nian smiled. Of course he wasn't.
First, he was the one who had killed the world boss.
Second, he was the one who had won the equipment back.
Qin Yu just didn't know that.
"I'll get going, then..."
"Take a shower before you go. You look like a little dirty-faced kitten. Aren't you embarrassed to walk around outside like that?" Chen Nian teased.
"Hmph, now you're turning your nose up at me! But I didn't bring a change of clothes."
"That's fine. I'll find you some men's clothes to make do with."
Qin Yu hesitated for a moment, then bit her red lip and nodded.
"Then no peeking!"
Soon, the sound of running water came from the shower.
Chen Nian stepped outside. Her three friends had long since slipped away. They were more than eager for Qin Yu and Chen Nian to sleep together tonight!
Chen Nian had just closed the door and hadn't even sat down on the sofa yet.
Suddenly, the doorbell rang again.
Who else would come over this late?
Chen Nian checked the video doorbell.
The visitor outside was actually a girl he knew all too well.
The former campus belle, Xia Wen.
Why had she come knocking at his door?