Chapter 79: The Battle Maniac, Refusing to Cooperate!
“It’s said that everyone believes Lin Han is now truly invincible among his peers—even the most popular combat professions have to avoid clashing with him!” a team member chattered on.
Si Lintian, however, seemed unconcerned. “So what if his power is overwhelming now? He’s merely in the Priest class. His path is still too short.”
“The second advancement is impressive, but from then on, the need for the Calamity Source only grows—a burden not everyone can bear,” another member added. “That’s right, a real case of Heaven being jealous of talent.”
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Huiyue City.
Lin Han had already returned home and was lying on his bed, lost in thought.
He hadn’t expected those people to track him down so quickly—it seemed he had underestimated the Ministry of Public Security.
According to his original plan, no one was allowed to enter his private hospital room without permission, and not much time had passed since his last dressing change.
Could something have gone wrong in between?
Lin Han felt a touch of helplessness. He had thought that even if they noticed something, they would simply assume he had left. Yet the call from the Yanyun City Public Security Bureau had been nothing short of an interrogation.
They had even asked about Wang Qiang. Their investigation was far too broad.
Wait!
Something must have gone wrong somewhere.
Very few people could have connected him and Wang Qiang during this period.
Gao Chong!
Yes, it must be Gao Chong!
“If they discovered that the ‘Gao Chong’ I impersonated disappeared, most would just think he left and wouldn’t care too much.”
“But if the investigation reached me and Wang Qiang, then it means they realized the one who entered the Diamond Forest wasn’t the real Gao Chong!”
“In other words, they’ve tracked down the real Gao Chong!”
At this thought, Lin Han sat bolt upright, immediately activating the Eye of God to scan the villa district.
“One...”
“Two...”
“Five...”
There were actually five Ministry of Public Security agents monitoring him!
Though they wore plain clothes, a careful observer could tell they were all watching this villa—watching him.
So, they really had found some clues.
He should have been more careful back then—how could he have overlooked the Gao Chong risk!
If that was the case, his next moves would have to be even more cautious.
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The next afternoon, after finishing his meal at home, Lin Han prepared to head to the Huiyue City trading market.
Although he needed to go out, he also had to prepare carefully beforehand, since plainclothes agents were still watching the house.
If he didn’t mask his presence, they would surely tail him into the market, and if they investigated further, they could trace the Heart of the Guardian back to him.
But hiding his presence was not a difficult task.
[Night Veil]
As a spell of the Scepter Priest, this was Lin Han’s first time using it. Upon casting the domain, he could clearly feel himself detached from the world.
Although he could still perceive his surroundings, he was sure those outside could no longer sense his presence.
With that, Lin Han strode out of the house.
“Team A, what’s the situation? Is Lin Han still inside?”
“Team A reporting—Lin Han is still at home and hasn’t left.”
“Continue surveillance.”
At that very moment, Lin Han stood right behind the surveillance agent, listening to these updates with amusement.
“The Huiyue City Detection Department?”
Lin Han examined the insignia on the agent’s headset. Yes, it was the emblem of the Detection Department, not the Ministry of Public Security.
He didn’t bother to ponder why—he simply made his way straight to the Huiyue City trading market.
As he walked, his appearance shifted to that of an elderly man.
Lin Han took out his phone and donned the prepared cloak. “Hello, Manager Liu? I’m outside your market now. Please come meet me.”
“Certainly, I’ll be right there.”
Soon, Manager Liu approached him warmly. “Greetings, sir. I’m Manager Liu. May I have your name?”
“There’s no need. After today, we won’t meet again,” Lin Han replied coldly.
Manager Liu didn’t mind at all; he had plenty of clients like this and didn’t care. “Please come inside, sir. I’ll need to verify the authenticity of the Heart of the Guardian.”
“Let’s go.”
They entered the VIP room together.
Without wasting words, Lin Han tossed the Heart of the Guardian onto the table. “Take a look. If it’s fine, just pay me as agreed—and remember my earlier request.”
Manager Liu produced a case. “Rest assured, everything has been prepared per your requirements.”
“I’ll check first,” he said, picking up the Heart of the Guardian for inspection. Faint golden light swirled across his eyes, as if he could see through all things.
“A marvelous artifact. The quality of this Heart of the Guardian is nearly platinum-grade. If crafted into equipment, it could produce high-tier gold gear.”
“As far as I can tell, there are no issues. Just as you described. We can proceed with the transaction.”
“Good. Give me the money, and the Heart of the Guardian is yours,” Lin Han said coolly.
“Of course.” Manager Liu placed the Heart of the Guardian into a box and pushed a leather case across the table. “Please check the funds, sir. If all is correct, our transaction is complete.”
“I’ve heard of your reputation, Manager Liu. I doubt you’d try to cheat me,” Lin Han replied coldly, taking up the case.
“If you ever obtain more artifacts like this, feel free to come to the market again. I hope we can establish a fruitful partnership,” Manager Liu said as he walked Lin Han out.
“There won’t be a next time,” Lin Han replied, then leapt up, activating Shadow Veil in midair and vanishing from sight.
What a powerful shadow skill!
Manager Liu stared in awe at the spot where Lin Han had disappeared. In an instant, all traces of his presence had vanished—so thoroughly it was as if he had never set foot in the market at all.
“Truly a remarkable figure!”