Starting Cultivation in Wasteland

The three women knew Qu Jianlei was cautious, but they never imagined he could be this cautious.

As they were sighing over this, three people came up from downstairs, one A-level and two B-level.

These three were still enforcers, and as soon as they spoke, they wanted to confiscate the items.

Despite herself, Zi Jiu Immortal had to use her wristwatch to call Professor Xinran, and only then did they get through the ordeal.

Professor Xinran had enough clout, contacted the dean of the branch to testify, saying if this person isn't qualified, I'll contact the old dean.

In fact, the enforcers had already found out that Green Water Academy was indeed working on this project.

They even found out more, knowing the old dean promised to withstand the pressure from Wood Attribute Awakened and even contacted Bu Shang Supreme.

The investigation on Star No. 4 regarding Bu Shang was not completely finished, but generally, this person should have no problems.

As for how the old dean contacted him and gained support?

Their relationship was originally good, and Bu Shang Supreme had an Earth Attribute.

Wood suppresses Earth; for Wood Attribute, Earth Attribute is not very friendly.

Of course, this is just everyone's guess; whether Bu Shang has an obsession with Wood Attribute is hard to say.

The three enforcers found they couldn't take the poison, so they checked the storage talismans the other party was carrying on the spot.

Xiang Xue couldn't refuse such a request, so the box was exposed.

The three enforcers asked her to open it on the spot to see what was inside.

Fortunately, when Xiang Xue helped Qu Jianlei improve the defense array, they had an agreed password.

When the box was opened, it contained an improved Water Attribute cultivation method, along with a self-igniting device inside the box.

The A-level enforcer frowned, "Improved Water Attribute cultivation... fake, right? I need to check it!"

Xiang Xue's face instantly fell, "Let me put it this way, if you dare to check, I guarantee your family won't live past three days!"

The A-level enforcer was furious, "What? I've never seen someone so arrogant... if you have the guts, say it again!"

"Alright," Professor Xinran snorted coldly, "the cultivation technique is her own secret, why do you need to check it?"

The A-level enforcer insisted on his stance, "It's said to be a cultivation technique, who knows what's written inside!"

Zi Jiu Immortal took out a book from her storage talisman, looking at the other party without expression, "I also have a cultivation technique, do you want to check it?"

The A-level enforcer took a look and found it was an improved Gold Attribute cultivation technique, his expression changed immediately, "Another improvement?"

"Hehe," Xiang Xue sneered, shaking the booklet at him, "I just ask you, do you dare to look?"

The A-level enforcer hesitated repeatedly and finally didn't take the risk. If the other party wasn't lying, if he dared to look, his whole family dying would be very normal.

The three enforcers searched the miscellaneous room again, found nothing, and had to leave in frustration.

Professor Xinran finally couldn't help but ask, "Zi Jiu, why do you both have improved cultivation methods?"

Zi Jiu Immortal sighed and did not answer.

Xiang Xue, however, looked a bit dazed, "Has he... really left?"

The improved Water Attribute cultivation method was something she always wanted, but the Panda hadn't given it to her.

Now she had it, having fulfilled all the promises, so would they never meet again?

At this moment, Qu Jianlei wasn't thinking about that much; he was contacting Camille, wanting to know what exactly happened to Hoyel,

Camille replied three hours later, "It's just as you speculated, involving some kind of text!"

Qu Jianlei found it hard to believe, "No way, as a qualified bureaucrat, I don't think he'd have the courage to take such a risk."

Hoyel's career path was very promising, the position of Planet Governor was within sight, and it wasn't impossible to move further up.

Camille had a different perspective, "So what if he's a qualified bureaucrat? There are too many who become conceited after expanding!"

"I'm not arguing with you, I'm still understanding the specific details, contact me a bit later."

That night, Qu Jianlei finally learned the general situation of the matter.

Hoyel's grandmother had an uncle who was engaged in Divine Text Research — the kind in official institutions, achieving considerable success.

This person's Divine Text Research formed its own school, different from other factions, somewhat out of place.

Being in a non-mainstream position, getting suppressed was normal, but his existence still grabbed budget funds from others.

Later, this person was unexpectedly robbed and killed directly.

This was rather bizarre; his security level was extremely high, and he was an A-level himself.

Although he was old and his A-level status was built up with resources, being taken out by robbers... was really absurd.

However, the matter wasn't over; after he died, others pressured his team, wanting to obtain his Divine Text research results.

But this team was each in charge of a part, no one could systematically present the research results — this level of caution was not lacking for anyone.

Because the expected results were not achieved, these people even threatened to deal with his family.

There were also suspicions that the research results might be in the hands of his family.

The two students of this person were finally unable to stand it and directly fought, killing and injuring dozens of Divine Text Researchers.

Within the circle of Divine Text Research, this matter was quite sensational, but outside the circle, almost no one knew.

Hoyel's grandmother barely managed to escape successfully, changed her name, and later married his grandfather.

This matter actually has nothing to do with Hoyel, and he didn't know his grandmother had such a past.

Anyway, he just honestly went to school, practiced cultivation, and served as an official... because his family's conditions were quite good, he progressed step by step to where he is now.

Because he didn't know the grudges of the past, his resume was filled in truthfully.

It was probably because the struggle for the position of Planet Governor had reached the final stage that someone discovered his grandmother's secret.

According to Camille, it was Ke Zhenshan who probably exposed this, because the matter was initially initiated by the military.

The reason for arresting Hoyel, of course, was secretly researching Divine Texts, which is a forbidden area in the Imperial eyes.

And Hoyel's grandmother could not withstand an investigation, as a gene comparison immediately revealed the truth.

What Camille despised was, "Actually, it was those people in the Divine Text Research who pushed for his arrest, truly disgusting."

"Isn't this more than disgusting?" Qu Jianlei listened, his face darkening. "Dragging me into this... Who did I provoke?"

"You have credentials," Camille answered with a half-smile, "I've already said, his students killed many people."

Qu Jianlei was a bit at a loss for words. My position as a Special Consultant was casually arranged; can it be compared to a teacher-student relationship?

But in this matter, there's no reasoning to be made; it's not as if he could write a guarantee letter for them?

Actually, even writing a guarantee letter would be useless, the Imperial people don't believe in guarantee letters, they believe in strength.

Camille hadn't finished her sentence, "Actually, there are many business opportunities on you as well."

"Business opportunities on me?" Qu Jianlei scoffed coldly, "Anyone not afraid of dying can come try it."

"Who's not afraid of dying?" Camille laughed upon hearing this, "So, now that they can use official power against you, why not?"

"Alright, I understand, thank you," Qu Jianlei had mostly analyzed the pros and cons, "I owe you a personal favor."

It really should be counted as a personal favor. Without her timely reminder, he might not even have a chance to escape.

Camille casually stated, "Favors are too elusive; if you really want to do something... join Blitz."

Qu Jianlei was a bit taken aback at her words, "Aren't you afraid of them?"

"Scavengers fear no challenge," Camille responded without hesitation, "Our strength is beyond your imagination."

But you seem to shrink in front of me... Qu Jianlei replied, "Sorry, I hate being constrained."

Nobody told him whether the constraints of the Scavengers were strict, but anyone with a brain could guess, right?

Camille wasn't surprised by this answer; she even emphasized, "I can help you negotiate for fewer constraints."

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore," Qu Jianlei ended the topic, "How many Supreme beings can they mobilize?"

"How many Supreme beings?" Camille was stunned for a moment before answering, "I don't understand the question; they are related to many Supreme beings."

Those researching Divine Texts being closely connected to Supreme beings is normal.

Qu Jianlei rephrased, "Over at Star No. 2, there are already two Supreme beings checking things out. Are Supreme resources so abundant?"

"It's not surprising," Camille answered decisively, "There are at least three-digit Supreme beings associated with them."

"If your family's Supreme beings have not reached double digits, do not clash head-on."

"Alright, I understand," Qu Jianlei replied sullenly, "Looks like I still need to lay low."

Camille responded, "Laying low is a wise move; my suggestion is to leave the Hope Star Realm... just for your reference."

Qu Jianlei pondered for a moment and asked, "Can you give me a comprehensive dossier on this Divine Text Research Association?"

Camille was stunned, "Why ask for this, are you planning to take revenge?"

"Can't I take revenge?" Qu Jianlei retorted in surprise, "They can get at me, but I can't get at them?"

Their actions were in the name of justice, Camille felt a bit tired inside.

But she knew very well that for many strong individuals, only strength matters, nothing else works.

However, she couldn't divulge all the information she had, not just because it wouldn't sell for much, but because it would also offend too many people.

Scavengers are certainly not afraid of offending people, but again, the question arises... is it worth it?

She coughed lightly, "The dossier on Divine Text Researchers isn't convenient for me to give, but would you like the complete dossier of the Cyan Blade Commerce Association?"

"Yes!" Qu Jianlei replied without hesitation, "I really want to deal with these guys."

"Then check your inbox," Camille readily stated, "Don't say you got it from me."

Scavengers truly don't care about the Cyan Blade Trading Group—even though there was animosity between the two long ago.

But without a significant conflict of interest, there's no need to confront them head-on, right?

That's why she gave such a reminder.

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