Chapter 1236: A Matter Of Utmost Urgency

Pingjiang City, East District.

A five-story building, its exterior showing signs of age.

The outer layer, tiled with slightly yellowed tiles, exuded a sense of history, yet the overall structure was impeccably clean, like a vintage shirt with timeless appeal. Despite the passage of time, its classic style remained unmistakable and enduring.

This building, resembling an old television station, appeared to be uninhabited.

However.

This was merely a facade to deceive the public.

In the unknown underground third floor.

The headquarters of the Supernatural Investigation Bureau was located there.

A high-level meeting was about to begin.

Not everyone had arrived yet, and in various offices, people were familiarizing themselves with documents, studying the major issues to be discussed.

The Chief of the Investigation Division, with graying temples, wore simple glasses, his face naturally commanding, exuding an air of authority with a touch of scholarly elegance. When he spoke, his presence was formidable.

"The recent situation is not optimistic..."

"In Pingjiang City, high-level demonic beasts have been repeatedly discovered, and recently, there have even been signs of malevolent spirits. If this continues..."

Malevolent spirits.

This term always signifies more lives lost!

Once the traces of malevolent spirits appear in a place, they are never alone. No matter how much protection is attempted, it is difficult to escape the invasion of these terrifying beasts. The number of citizens who perish is simply infuriating!

Even though it was not yet an official meeting, the oppressive atmosphere had already spread throughout the room, startling the secretary into tense silence!

At that moment.

The office door suddenly burst open!

"Bang!"

Despite several internal personnel trying to stop her, Xu Rong barged in!

"Chief, I have a matter of utmost urgency!"

Seeing this renowned and beautiful captain, the secretary was also taken aback.

Xu Rong was famous, having never failed a mission. Not only was she highly skilled in combat, but she was also meticulous in her work, a true all-rounder. Even as a woman, she commanded the respect of other demon-hunting captains in Pingjiang City and held a certain level of authority within the headquarters.

But today.

Knowing that the Chief was about to attend a major meeting, even though it hadn't started yet, this captain had barged in, which was quite rash and inappropriate, not fitting her status and style!

Pondering the phrase "matter of utmost urgency," the Chief slightly waved his hand to stop the security personnel and looked towards the door.

"What is it?"

Xu Rong quickly nodded, urgently responding.

"Chief."

"Tonight, while patrolling the outer city, we discovered an extraordinary master!"

A master?

And an extraordinary one at that?

As her excited voice fell, the secretary was momentarily stunned, then a look of disappointment flashed in his eyes.

In the current situation.

All well-known celestial cultivators had been registered, most of them invited by various supernatural investigation bureaus. How could a master be discovered outside the city?

If celestial cultivators were everywhere, would there still be so many demonic beasts wreaking havoc?

Not to mention, an "extraordinary" celestial cultivator.

As a member of the Supernatural Investigation Bureau, to speak of such unfounded matters, wasting precious time today, was truly inappropriate...

The Chief's expression also cooled, and he waved his hand impatiently.

"Enough."

Even though it was just two words, his indifferent attitude conveyed his inner anger. Anyone with any sense should not stand there for another second!

But Xu Rong was even more insistent, biting her lip and holding the door that was about to close.

"Wait!"

"Chief, we really saw a master, all the team members witnessed it!"

Hearing this.

The secretary, who had just looked down at the documents, raised his eyes in surprise.

The Chief also looked over coldly, adjusting his glasses without a word, as if a storm was brewing, making the atmosphere in the office even more oppressive!

Xu Rong, however, showed no intention of backing down, sticking to her statement.

"This matter is of great importance, I must report it immediately!"

Her cold voice echoed.

The secretary and security personnel exchanged glances, silently communicating their astonishment.

The Chief finally lost his patience, put down the documents in his hand, and his face grew longer!

"Alright, alright."

"I'll give you two minutes. If there really isn't a so-called master, and this meeting is delayed, I will hold you accountable!"

"Slap!"

After the cold words, the pen was thrown on the table.

His extraordinary presence made everyone in the room wary, and even the neighboring rooms seemed to hear the commotion, suddenly falling silent!

Xu Rong, however, did not hesitate at all.

After dismissing the others, she quickly stepped forward and turned on the computer.

After a series of familiar operations.

The computer screen displayed the surveillance footage from the city gates!

Originally.

The scene seemed no different, and the Chief just coldly glanced down.

But within a few seconds.

When the screen showed a surge of black fog, he was instantly shocked, his eyes widening, and he sat up straight!

Demonic beasts!

Thousands of demonic beasts had actually invaded tonight!?

After a closer look!

The Chief's eyes widened even more, and his expression turned grim.

He had once been a member of the demon-hunting team and was very familiar with most demonic beasts.

In the past, he had killed many!

Even through the distant surveillance footage, the Chief could see at a glance that among the swarming beasts, there were many malevolent spirits, just as the intelligence had reported!

But what no one knew was that these terrifying beasts had already invaded the outer city of Pingjiang!

Chief Hao was so shocked that his pupils contracted sharply, and he quickly looked up at Xu Rong!

"This, this!"

Xu Rong, however, remained calm, standing steadily by his side.

"Chief, please continue watching!"

Seeing her attitude, Chief Hao became even more suspicious!

Malevolent spirits were such terrifying beasts, even Xu Rong herself could only handle a few at most. And how many in the entire city could match her?

Facing hundreds of malevolent spirits, how could she remain so calm?!

Amidst his fear and confusion, Chief Hao was no ordinary person and quickly steadied himself, knowing there must be more to this!

Turning his attention back to the computer, his expression grew even more serious.

But as the footage continued.

The composure he had built over many years was quickly shattered!

A person?

There seemed to be a person, running at the forefront of the beast tide?!

This was simply challenging one's mental limits!

How could a human be chased by so many demonic beasts? Not to mention experiencing that terror firsthand, just watching it through surveillance made him feel terrified and tense!

At the moment he saw this scene, Chief Hao's heart skipped a beat.

Could he be the so-called master...?

Could such a person really exist?!

Despite his suspicions, Chief Hao showed no change in expression, maintaining his composure, a testament to his high position.

Unfortunately.

Xu Rong was his old subordinate and knew him well.

Seeing his subtle grip on the pen, she knew the Chief was captivated by what he saw, his attention firmly held, and he must be full of curiosity about the master she mentioned!

At this critical moment.

The door was suddenly knocked on again!

The secretary urgently entered to report!

"Chief Hao, it's time to attend the meeting."

But as soon as the words fell, Chief Hao didn't even lift his head, just stared at the computer screen and waved his hand irritably!

"Stop nagging, I'll be there in a moment!"

The secretary was dumbfounded.

How could things change so quickly?

What was going on, could there really be a major event?!