Chapter 435: Conclusion
Chapter 435: Conclusion
After Xu Gang’s series of crackdowns, all the high-ranking officials in Jiangnan City fell silent. Even Old Wang, who had powerful backing, temporarily backed down. He finally understood – this new enforcer from the Special Operations Bureau was a complete loose cannon. If provoked, Xu Gang wouldn’t care about anyone’s connections and would start throwing punches first.
A smart man knows when to yield, and Old Wang recognized the situation.
“You have half a day left. Remember – report every unusual occurrence within Jiangnan City!”
After disciplining the dissenters and warning several troublemakers, Xu Gang departed.
He didn’t fear receiving false reports. Anyone trying that would personally discover why roses grow so red.
Han Sen remained unaware of the city government’s turmoil.
Even if he knew, he wouldn’t get involved. Though his temporary 50-point boost had briefly elevated him to B-rank, nobody knew how long it would last. Imagine trying to act impressive only to have the enhancement vanish mid-performance… The mere thought made him cringe.
He immediately returned to his mountain retreat.
The Dragon Lord incident had brought complications but worthwhile rewards.
10 energy points could double his current strength.
“Where to invest?”
Sitting in the Taoist temple, Han Sen studied his status screen:
Character: Han Sen
Big Shot Value: 10
Strength: 51.1 (Temp +50)
Mental Energy: 53.7 (Temp +50)
The numbers looked impressive. Without those temporary notes, he’d be tempted to flaunt his power.
Han Sen refocused on actual growth. Without temporary boosts, his base strength barely exceeded ordinary people at 1.1 – pathetically weak among Awakened Ones.
More strength?
Last time he’d boosted mental energy. This time, physical power. Relying on single attributes risked becoming glass-cannon fragile. Real life offered no respawn points – a system user needed survival insurance.
Decision made – all points to strength!
Crackling sounds erupted through his body as if set ablaze. Muscles swelled beneath his skin, density multiplying within seconds. His current weight could match an elephant.
The transformation reinforced every fiber of his being, pushing toward inhuman evolution. Han Sen sensed bones threatening to sprout spikes through flesh, his frame threatening to distort grotesquely – restrained only by system safeguards preserving his human form.
Updated status:
Character: Han Sen
Big Shot Value: 0
Strength: 61.1 (Temp +50)
Mental Energy: 53.7 (Temp +50)
When strength hit 60, the temporary B-rank boost wavered toward A-rank. But at that critical moment, the temporary enhancement expired, returning everything to normal.
Strength: 11.1
Mental Energy: 3.7
“I almost got to experience A-level power,” Han Sen said regretfully. Experiencing it would’ve greatly benefited him. Still, reaching B-level first wasn’t bad—returning to it from C-level should be straightforward now.
“Destructive power: 99, same as Old Wang. After some time, leveling up should be easy.”
Breaking through double digits in strength gave Han Sen a noticeable power boost.
“System, are there other ways to improve?”
Han Sen asked.
But Zuo Meng had already withdrawn his attention. This world’s repulsion was too strong, requiring most of his power to maintain the channel. Otherwise, he wouldn’t need this “clone-and-system-possession” method.
“Dumb system!”
After multiple failed attempts, Han Sen quit trying.
The following days passed quietly—living on the mountain brought peace. Jiangnan City wasn’t so calm. Xu Gang from the Special Operations Bureau spent three days fruitlessly searching for his friend’s supposed treasure. After throwing a fit, he left, killing several unlucky people who crossed him.
Later, Wang Bo visited the mountain, explaining the incident’s ripple effects and hidden connections.
A millennium-old general from the Special Operations Bureau was rumored to be tied to the Dragon Lord incident’s shadowy dealings. Wang Bo didn’t know specifics, only that it involved power games among high positions. This gave Han Sen basic insight into Awakened Ones’ circles.
Even Xia Country, with its Special Operations Bureau maintaining order, had behind-the-scenes power struggles. The three generals seemed divided, each backing different interest groups.
Han Sen half-listened, uninterested in political battles.
He’d rather stay home collecting energy points.
The Dragon Lord incident’s resolution gave Han Sen minor fame among Awakened Ones, thanks to Wang Bo’s promotion. As Old Wang said, “No good deed should go unrewarded!” Solving such a major crisis deserved compensation.
Soon after, Han Sen actually received bonus money.
Not that he needed it now. When Old Wang delivered the cash, Han Sen stayed calm.
“Still training?”
Wang Bo barged in like he owned the place.
Han Sen didn’t bother complaining anymore. Initially, Wang Bo acted like some city official, but after getting familiar, he became lazy—mooching meals and constantly asking for handouts.
“Leave if you’re done talking. Can’t you see I’m busy?”
“Wait!”
Wang Bo blocked Han Sen’s shooing gesture. “The police bureau has another case. Captain Zhu thinks it’s Transcendent-related and wants your help.” Lacking Awakened Ones to challenge, Han Sen’s energy points mainly came from ordinary people through his police consultant role.
Small gains, but even a mosquito’s leg has some meat!
“I get it. I’ll head there later.”
Han Sen kept trying to push him out—no need for politeness here.
“One more thing…”
Wang Bo’s face turned serious.
“I’m ready to break through.”