So … the next script is going to be a prison break?
Qin Ye felt his adrenaline pumping at the thought of this. He couldn't help but give the author a thumbs up.
In fact, he even had the evil thought of tattooing the map on his body.
However. Ten minutes.
Twenty minutes. Thirty minutes later, he finally furrowed his brows.
"Nothing?"
He couldn't believe the results of the search. He searched again. Fifteen minutes later, he stared at the screen in astonishment. Indeed, nothing.
Not a prison?
He rubbed the space between his eyebrows. A minute later, he continued to search in the search bar.
Mental hospital.
Nothing.
Military base.
Nothing.
Military factory?
Still nothing.
An hour later, he massaged his temples and furrowed his brows.
It was as though everything he had seen had been erased from reality!
Admittedly, there were mental hospitals and prisons in Rivergorge City.
But it was completely different from what he had seen.
"If you were in Rivergorge City, then Yin energy of this level wouldn't be able to escape the eyes of an Operative."
The soul sphere floated by his side. Arthis had already figured out what to do, and she muttered, "But …"
"But it's impossible to go to Rivergorge City right now." Qin Ye's eyes flickered brightly under the illumination of the computer screen.
None of them were newbies.
Even if he had the skin of a newbie, his heart would still be black if you opened it up.
Therefore, they knew full well that the Special Investigations Department and the military had been mobilized for tonight's incident.
Furthermore, the way they had left was so strange.
It was bound to lead to a major investigation of Clear Creek County.
At such a time, all they had to do was to face the fists and lay down obediently.
Don't do anything out of line.
In other words, those who were being investigated in Clear Creek County would not attract any attention.
And those who went out would definitely be noticed!
Why did you go out so soon after something like this happened?
What a coincidence!
Given Qin Ye's status, he couldn't afford to be suspected at all.
More importantly …
"This major investigation might give us some clues … This is also what I thought of when I opened the coffin on the rooftop."
"What clues?" Arthis asked curiously.
Qin Ye licked his lips, "For instance … who transported the corpse here?"
"Anything that is done by human hands is bound to have its flaws.
It just so happens that I know of a type of person who specializes in this line of work.
They're also the only ones apart from Operative Emissaries of Hell who can make use of certain items to interact with the underworld. "
Arthis paused for a moment, "A pallbearer?"
Qin Ye nodded, "To be more precise, it's the seven underworldly craftsmen.
Corpse Carrier, Linker, Corpse Driver, Coroner, Executioner, Paper Doll Maker, Grass Hag.
Since the other party brought the corpse here from so far away, it must have been through the hands of the pallbearer. "
"Based on what he told the Pallbearer and the arrangement of their communication, I can be sure that the old ghost hiding in the west doesn't know that I'm the one who kicked over his pot!"
Arthis deliberated for a moment, before her voice grew even deeper, "That's not all. Whether or not he knows about this, he'll definitely send someone over.
What do you think will happen next? "
Qin Ye's heart instantly glowed brightly as he stared intently at the soul sphere, "After the chaos at Hyatt last night, as long as he dares to show up, he'll definitely be subjected to a massive investigation by the government!
I can borrow the military's help to get rid of the enemy's eyes and ears!
Two birds with one stone! "
"Also."
Arthis continued affirmatively, "At the very least, we'll be able to uncover some clues about the true owner of the shard of King Yanluo's Seal from the pallbearer.
There's no telling how many pots of poison he's placed in Westriver. Even if you're lucky this time, it's only a matter of time before he finds out about it. "
Her voice grew cold, "Anyone who can survive the collapse of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva's ascension can't be a nameless nobody.
Either that, or he's an extremely evil person hiding in the depths of Hell. Kid, you need to know the true identity of the other party! "
Qin Ye nodded deeply. Man and soul sphere gazed into each other's eyes, almost as though they knew each other.
A kindred spirit of the Blackheart Sect …
The old granny that I've traded for the Sixfold Ghost King Summoning Scroll is truly extraordinary … How terrifying …
"You're finally showing some of the self-awareness of an Operative of Hell." Arthis exclaimed.
"I just don't want to die."
Qin Ye poured himself a cup of tea and continued placidly, "If I'd known that the shard of King Yanluo's Seal was an endless cycle of reincarnation, I would never have accepted Granny Meng's mission.
Fortunately … there's still hope. "
"Once I've gathered all the shards of King Yanluo's Seal, I'll be able to relax and watch as the government and the remnants of Hell fight to the death … Only then will I be able to rest in peace."
"Hah …" Arthis sneered, but didn't respond.
Seconds later, she asked, "Where's the pallbearer?
He's the key to unlocking the other party's true identity. "
Qin Ye shrugged his shoulders, "I don't know."
His response was so direct that Arthis was rendered speechless for a moment.
"You're quite self-confident … The foreshadowing at the beginning gave me the impression that you had the pearl of wisdom in your hands … Are you really a man of character?
Do you really think that the readers are so easily fooled? "
Qin Ye looked up at the sky, "How can the eagle in the sky associate with the snakes and rats on the ground?
Someone as broad-minded as me naturally wouldn't care. "
Arthis couldn't help but prostrate herself in admiration at Qin Ye's shamelessness.
"But … even though I don't know his exact location, I'm certain that there's a place where I can find him!"
"What place?"
"The phantom market." Qin Ye smiled mysteriously, "But I don't know where it is either."
"......"
Qin Ye retracted his smile and massaged his temples with some measure of distress, "Every city has a place like this. Furthermore, these places are mobile.
They're not always in the same place.
At the very most, I'll take the risk and head over to Rivergorge City to take a look. Some of the old methods are still quite effective … "
This was the worst option.
As soon as he set foot in Rivergorge City, there was a good chance that he would be discovered by the ghost that possessed the second shard.
Furthermore, he hadn't been able to locate the ghost until now.
What made things even more awkward was the fact that this wasn't the best time to look for the ghost.
At the very least, he would have to wait until the investigation was over.
Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door.
"I'm not opening. Go next door if you want to buy anything."
Qin Ye responded casually. As soon as he finished speaking, the voice of an elderly woman called out from the door, "Little Qin?
Open the door. My colleague from the public security bureau is here.
Something's up. "
Public security bureau?
Qin Ye set down his teacup and smiled.
Don't be ridiculous … Are you here to buy a coffin?
As soon as he opened the door, he saw a man wearing a cap. Beside him was a middle-aged woman in her fifties. It was President Zhao of the Funeral Street Neighbourhood Committee.
As soon as he saw the policeman, Qin Ye's body twitched imperceptibly. Arthis muttered in bewilderment, "Elevated body temperature and tensed muscles … these are all signs of excitement.
What's going on? "
"It's like this."
The 'policeman' had a cordial attitude. He pulled out his identification and waved it around, "Last night, a murder was committed in the home of the richest man in Clear Creek County, Mr Wang. Two members of his family were dismembered, and only one son survived.
The murderer is extremely cruel, and his methods are extremely vile.
Furthermore, I'm afraid he's a repeat offender.
In order to ensure the safety of all citizens, the county will commence a county-wide investigation today. "
I'm going to f * ck you!
Even though we're close, I'll still sue you for slander!
Qin Ye nearly spat on the spot.
Do I look like someone with such a strong work ethic?
Do I have to dismember my body after collecting my soul?
Can you please show some basic respect to an Emissary of Hell?
I'm a civil servant!
I'm not a pervert!
I'm not going to take the blame for this!
"Can I go in and find out more?" The policeman knocked on the door and smiled.
"Haha …" Qin Ye chuckled dryly and turned around to enter the house.
As soon as he turned around, the smile on his face vanished completely, and he fiddled with the soul sphere in his hands, "Can't you smell it?"
"... The most I can sense is the changes in your body. What's going on?"
Qin Ye licked his lips and whispered, "There's … a fresh smell of corpse on his body …"
"It shouldn't take more than an hour."
Arthis was somewhat dismayed, "If I can't smell such a familiar scent, I might as well die."
Qin Ye pushed the soul sphere away with disdain, "You're a late-stage aroma fetish. Everyone else is wearing undershirts, socks, and sneakers … but you're actually obsessed with corpses.
Stay away from me. I'm afraid that not even the fresh scent of the blue moon on my body will be able to dispel the filth in your heart. "
Arthis' veins throbbed in the soul sphere, "... Hang on … how do you know so many things?
How many shameful things have you done over the past few decades? "
It's terrifying to think about it …
As the three of them sat down, the policeman was shocked to discover that there wasn't even a cup of water in the room, much less tea.
Can't you show some basic respect to a civil servant of the people?
"Ahem … Mr Qin, according to the documents, you're not a local. Where did you move here from?
When did you move here? "
Qin Ye propped up his head and responded lazily, "Pingjing Orphanage. I've been here for about seven or eight years now."
"That's right, officer. Little Qin is a good kid.
He even helps me carry the groceries and dry the laundry. He can't be a murderer. "
Madam Zhao chimed in, "Although our orphanage is a little out of the way, the people who live here are all old neighbours of at least five years.
Even a murderer wouldn't come here. Isn't that the case? "
The policeman pressed down on his hat and furrowed his brows, "What about last night?
Did you stay here as well? "
"Of course. Do you think I'd dare to go out after six?
Don't you guys broadcast the news every day? "Qin Ye stared at the policeman in astonishment.
"What were you doing?" The policeman's questions grew more urgent.
"Playing with outdated cell phones."
"Playing with what?"
"Watching fake news."
"Aren't you afraid of running a shop like this all by yourself?"
"Are you going to support me?"
"... Alright, Mr Qin. One last question."
For some reason, the policeman couldn't help but feel that Qin Ye's words were somewhat prickly. He couldn't quite put his finger on what it was, but he simply couldn't help but feel a little stifled when speaking to Qin Ye … Could it be my imagination?
He took a deep breath, "His son is your classmate. Don't you feel sad at all?"
What a thorough investigation … How many hours has it only been?
The might of the state is truly not to be underestimated.
Qin Ye sneered, "Why should I feel sad?"
"He bullied me every day. I've long wished for nothing more than for him to die!"
The policeman stared at him for five seconds, and then lowered his head, "Alright, Mr Qin. Feel free to contact me if you recall anything.
Also … remember to come back to the police station in a month's time for a follow-up. "
"Take care."