Lu Jingheng's assistance

The aftermath of the "solo father-son match" has been reverberating in the live streaming community for several days.

Luo Li's boast of "I'll quit the internet if I lose" and his overwhelming performance in crushing his opponent with Dark Xin completely silenced all the critics who questioned his hero pool.

The title "[God Li]" is no longer limited to the Yuan Ge player community; it is beginning to be recognized by a wider audience of Honor of Kings players.

His live stream viewership surged as a result, with the number of gifts and comments increasing several times over.

Even Yang Shan called specifically, exclaiming in an exaggerated tone, "Li Zi! You're a social media influencer now! Remember to wear sunglasses when you go out! Be careful of female fans blocking your door!"

Luo Li scoffed at this and continued his regular life of occasionally taking on some easy guild tasks during the day (mainly to help Xiao Hong "hunt for food" and maintain his "bug-like superpowered persona") and streaming to climb the ranks at night.

His increased strength and improved finances filled him with confidence for the future, and he and Castorice lived a blissful life together.

However, what's meant to happen will happen.

That afternoon, Luo Li had just finished a peak match and was about to discuss with Castorice what to have for dinner when Guild Deacon Wang called.

"Luo Li, the special investigation team from headquarters has arrived regarding the detailed report on mission A-021 and the kill assessment of Earl Shadowwing. You are required to give a formal presentation tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM in the third conference room of the guild headquarters."

Deacon Wang's tone was more serious than usual.

"The investigation team?" Luo Li frowned. "Hasn't a preliminary report already been submitted?"

This time is different.

Deacon Wang lowered his voice slightly. "When it comes to the confirmed killing of an A-level vampire, especially when it is done independently by a B-level registered ability user, the process will be very strict."

The investigation team was dispatched directly from headquarters and included tactical analysis experts, ability assessors, and high-ranking combat advisors.

You need to be well-prepared to answer any detailed questions they might ask.

He paused, then added meaningfully, "Your explanation... needs to be convincing enough."

After hanging up the call, Luo Li leaned back in her gaming chair and rubbed her temples.

Sure enough, the trouble of killing someone of a higher level has arrived.

The guild isn't stupid. It's highly suspicious that a B-level ability user could kill an A-level vampire known for his speed and cunning in the extreme circumstances of an A-level attack and a helicopter crash.

Although he had previously used excuses such as "the plane crash injured Earl Shadowwing," "terrain interference," and "luckily seizing the opportunity," these excuses were clearly insufficient in the face of the expert team sent by headquarters.

They will definitely ask about every detail: How did you survive that impact? How did you pinpoint the weakness of an A-class vampire? What was with that suddenly appearing, incredibly powerful knife?

A poor answer to any part could attract unnecessary attention and investigation, or even expose his [Spacetime] Path and the secrets of Bloodblade Enma.

"Troublesome..." Luo Li muttered under her breath.

Although he wasn't afraid, he hated this kind of interrogation and suspicion. Especially since most of his strength couldn't be openly stated, and fabricating lies required extremely high skill, one wrong move and he could end up contradicting himself.

"What's wrong?" Castorice put down her tablet and looked over with concern.

Luo Li briefly explained the situation.

A Castorice's purple eyes as she softly asked, "Do you need me... to come with you?"

She knew that Luo Li had some secrets that couldn't be revealed.

Luo Li felt a warmth in her heart and shook her head. "No need, I can handle it myself. At worst, I'll just say it was good luck and a sudden outburst from a desperate situation. They can't exactly dissect me for research."

Even so, the seriousness between his brows had not completely disappeared.

Just then, his phone rang; it was a new friend request and a message.

The applicant is Lu Jingheng.

Luo Li was somewhat surprised, but accepted the friend request.

[Lu Jingheng]: Mr. Luo Li, I apologize for bothering you. I heard you need to go to the guild headquarters tomorrow to give a mission report?

[Li]: Hmm, how did you know?

[Lu Jingheng]: I am currently at headquarters cooperating with the follow-up investigation and data processing, as mentioned by Deacon Wang.

Regarding tomorrow's statement, perhaps... I can offer some insignificant help.

help?

Luo Li raised an eyebrow.

What help can he offer?

[Li]: What do you mean?

[Lu Jingheng]: As a data analyst, I am skilled in information organization and logical construction.

Perhaps we could conduct some "simulations" in advance regarding the problems you might encounter tomorrow? To ensure your statements are more rigorous, thorough, and meet the professional expectations of the investigation team.

Looking at this message, Luo Li fell into deep thought.

Lu Jingheng's words were tactful, but the meaning was clear—he could help Luo Li refine his "story," making his explanation appear more reasonable and impeccable in front of the experts.

This is indeed what he needs right now.

But... why would Lu Jingheng help him?

Was it merely because of the debt of saving his life?

Luo Li always felt that this seemingly gentle and harmless researcher was far more profound than he appeared.

Could he have ulterior motives for offering his help?

[Li]: Why did you help me?

He asked directly.

[Lu Jingheng]: You are my savior.

Helping you pass the investigation smoothly is my duty. Moreover, ensuring that a hero who successfully kills an A-rank vampire is not subject to unwarranted questioning is beneficial to the morale of the guild and even Longxia.

His reasons were so plausible that no one could find fault with them.

[Lu Jingheng]: Of course, if you find it inconvenient, please consider this my presumption.

Luo Li tapped her fingers on the screen a few times before finally replying:

[Li]: Time? Place?

He decided to accept the "aid".

On the one hand, he did need someone to help him fill in the gaps in his knowledge; on the other hand, he also wanted to see what Lu Jingheng was really up to.

[Lu Jingheng]: If it's convenient, how about the coffee corner in the rest area on the third floor of headquarters an hour later? It's a quiet place, suitable for conversation.

[Li]: Okay.

An hour later, Luo Li appeared on time at the coffee corner on the third floor of the guild headquarters.

The environment here is indeed very nice, with soft lighting, comfortable sofas, and the aroma of coffee in the air, which contrasts sharply with the hustle and bustle of the mission hall downstairs.

Lu Jingheng was already waiting there.

He was still in a wheelchair with his left leg in a cast, but he looked much better than when he was in the hospital. Dressed in clean and tidy casual clothes, he looked more like a gentle and refined student than a researcher who had experienced a life-or-death crisis.

In front of him was a slim laptop and a steaming cup of tea.

Upon seeing Luo Li, he gave a gentle smile and gestured to the seat opposite him with his wheelchair, "Mr. Luo Li, please have a seat."

Luo Li sat down opposite him, ordered a glass of iced water, and cut straight to the point. "So, how can you help?"

Lu Jingheng didn't beat around the bush; he opened his laptop and pulled up a well-structured document.

"This is a preliminary logical model I've built based on known data about the A-rank vampire ' Earl Shadowwing,' environmental parameters of Howling Wind Canyon, and common physical effects of helicopter crashes."

He turned the screen towards Luo Li.

The document lists various technical terms and data, including the Earl Shadowwing's behavior analysis, energy fluctuation characteristics, intensity distribution of the canyon's energy interference field, theoretical calculations of the impact force of the plane crash, and even some easy-to-understand diagrams.

"The investigation team's core concerns are nothing more than 'survival probability,' 'possibility of being killed,' and 'weapon origin.'"

Lu Jingheng's voice was steady and clear, with the characteristic organization of a researcher.

Regarding the chances of survival: We can emphasize that you anticipated the crisis before the crash thanks to your ' Super-Speed Reaction ' ability, took evasive action in advance, and were fortunate enough to land in a relatively soft area of accumulated leaves or a buffer zone of flowing water.

I have some geological data for a specific area of the canyon that can serve as supporting evidence.

Regarding the likelihood of a kill: the key lies in 'information asymmetry' and 'environmental exploitation'.

Earl Shadowwing excels at aerial attacks and mental interference, but close-quarters combat is not his strongest suit.

We can construct a scenario—it suffered significant internal damage due to a plane crash, causing stagnation in energy flow.

And you, utilizing the canyon's complex terrain and energy interference, successfully closed in, and with your... family heirloom weapon, which has a special effect against dark energy, you seized the only opening exposed by its injury and delivered the fatal blow.

As he said this, he glanced at Luo Li, his eyes calm, as if the "family heirloom sword" was really just a rather special weapon.

"As for the source of the weapons, just insist on 'family heirlooms'. The guild respects personal privacy and heritage, and usually won't investigate further as long as it doesn't involve harming society."

We can emphasize that this weapon requires a specific bloodline or skill to activate and has no value to others, thus reducing their desire to explore it.

Lu Jingheng analyzed each point one by one, repackaging Luo Li's previous vague and flimsy excuses with seemingly rigorous data and logic, making them sound reasonable and convincing, as if they were indeed true.

He even anticipated the various tricky questions the investigation team might ask and prepared corresponding, reasonable answers.

"Of course, the most crucial thing is your attitude." Lu Jingheng closed his laptop, looked at Luo Li, and said earnestly.

"You need to project enough confidence and... just the right amount of youthful 'fear' and 'luck'."

You convinced the investigation team that you were able to do this through a combination of skill, preparation, luck, and a touch of heroism, rather than relying on any shady secrets.

Luo Li listened to his analysis and was secretly surprised.

This Lu Jingheng is amazing.

He was not only knowledgeable and meticulous in his thinking, but even more frightening was his grasp of human nature and the human heart.

His elaborate explanation almost perfectly avoided any points that might expose Luo Li's true strength, while simultaneously creating a vivid image of a "young hero who possesses both luck and strength."

With his "guidance," Luo Li's confidence in tomorrow's presentation has more than doubled.

"Why... do you know so much about these things?" Luo Li couldn't help but ask, her gaze sharp as she looked at him. "Not just the data, but also the guild's procedures, the psychology of the investigation team..."

Facing his probing gaze, Lu Jingheng smiled calmly, his smile still gentle, "The Star Rail Research Institute has a close partnership with the Guild. I have participated in the post-mission data analysis of many joint missions and have been exposed to many similar evaluation processes."

As for people's hearts... perhaps it's just something I enjoy observing and reflecting on.

His explanation remained impeccable.

Luo Li gave him a deep look, but didn't ask any further questions.

Regardless of Lu Jingheng's motives for helping him, at least for now, this "assistance" is real and has solved his immediate problem.

"Thanks." Luo Li picked up her water glass and gestured to him.

"You're too kind, it's what I should do."

Lu Jingheng smiled and nodded.

The two discussed a few more potential details for a while, and Lu Jingheng offered extremely professional advice on each one.

As Luo Li left the coffee corner, she felt a huge weight lifted from her shoulders.

He watched Lu Jingheng's slightly frail figure as he maneuvered his wheelchair away, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

He remembered this favor.

However, at the same time, Lu Jingheng's mystique and danger in his mind also increased.

Could an ordinary data clerk really possess such insight and skill?

Luo Li shook her head, deciding not to think about it anymore.

The most urgent task is to prepare for tomorrow's "performance".

He took out his phone and sent a message to Castorice:

[Li]: All sorted out! I want to have a big meal tonight! [Smug]

[Butterfly]: Okay. What would you like to eat?

[Li]: Anything you make is fine! [drooling]

Putting away her phone, Luo Li strode out of the guild headquarters.

Who cares about investigation teams or mysterious researchers?

Luo Li is a man who has even killed an A-level vampire, so why would he be afraid of a mere interrogation?

Tomorrow, let them see what a "flawless" statement really looks like!

(PS: Sigh--Finally finished writing. I'm really exhausted this time. I just want to get some rest.)