The Elixir is for You, The Poison is for Me

#551 - Confluence

So, this time, the Department of Celestial Observation wants him to deal with a strange object that can silently erase all traces of a person's existence and even correct the memories of others?

Thinking of this, Lu Jing couldn't help but gasp.

This kind of thing sounds very dangerous.

And this is only his first serious case; is it really necessary to start with something so ferocious?

Also, where is the Supervisor who's supposed to be his partner? Why hasn't he contacted him yet?

Initially, the other party had a messenger deliver a letter to him, urging him quite urgently. How come he's been in Lingyang for half a day now and still hasn't seen that person's shadow?

Could it be that the guy looks down on him and plans to go it alone?

Lu Jing has no objections to this. As long as the other party can resolve the matter, he would be happy to watch from the sidelines.

But he's afraid that the reason that guy hasn't contacted him is because he's encountered some danger.

Lu Jing recalled the note he received at the academy, only to discover... he couldn't remember what was written on the note.

"Not good!" Lu Jing's heart sank.

Could it be that the Supervisor has already fallen victim to that strange object?

If not, why would he have already forgotten the contents of the note in less than a day? Moreover, Lu Jing then recalled that he also knew nothing about the Supervisor sent by the Department of Celestial Observation this time.

Could it also be because of that strange object?

Lu Jing took a deep breath. He had already decided to report this matter to the Department of Celestial Observation.

He remembered that the academy's courses had mentioned that when encountering a strange object that one might not be able to deal with, one could apply for assistance from the department.

Although this had a hint of Sha Wujing's behavior, only knowing how to call for Senior Brother when something happens.

In comparison, if he could solve the strange object alone on his first investigation and save the Supervisor, he would definitely impress everyone.

However, having lived two lives, Lu Jing had long passed the age of liking to be brave and show off. If there was a more secure solution, he would of course prefer to choose the more secure one.

Moreover, Lu Jing didn't know how long he could retain the remaining memories about that Supervisor, so even from the perspective of saving people, he should contact the Department of Celestial Observation immediately.

But just as Lu Jing made up his mind and was about to call Gu Jing, a voice suddenly came from behind him, "Are you Lu Jing?"

Lu Jing turned around when he heard this and saw a thin, lanky man with slightly bowed legs.

"You are...?"

"Gong Hao, a third-rank Supervisor from the Department of Celestial Observation. However, everyone usually calls me 'Bamboo Pole.' You can call me that too," Gong Hao said, taking out a wooden牌 and handing it to Lu Jing with a smile.

Lu Jing took it in his hand and carefully examined it. Whether it was the half-open, half-closed eye on the front or the name on the back, there were no problems.

So, Lu Jing returned the wooden牌 to Gong Hao and then handed over his own wooden牌, introducing himself in the same way, "Lu Jing, a disciple of the academy."

"I've heard of you. It's said that you've only been in the academy for a few days, but you've already gotten rid of one of the Eight Views, 'A World Apart'."

"This..." Lu Jing was a little embarrassed.

However, Gong Hao smiled, "Don't be afraid. I'm not here to hold you responsible. I just want to say that the young people nowadays are more impressive than the last. No wonder Supervisor Huang and Junior Supervisor Guo want to release you to investigate cases sooner."

"So, did Supervisor Gong ask Supervisor Huang for me? But it seems that Supervisor Gong and I haven't met before. Why did Supervisor Gong choose me as a partner?" Lu Jing was a little surprised.

"You don't know me, but I'm very familiar with you," Gong Hao patted Lu Jing on the shoulder. "But let's talk about the origins between you and me later. Important matters come first."

Hearing Gong Hao's words, Lu Jing could only temporarily suppress his doubts and then said, "Has Supervisor Gong found that strange object?"

Gong Hao nodded, "I've already found out that the strange object is in the Clear Spring Temple in the south of the city."

"Clear Spring Temple?" Lu Jing raised his eyebrows.

"What? Do you know that place?"

"I've heard of it. There's a woman in the city who lost her child, but no one believes her. However, her personal maid told me that she often went to Clear Spring Temple before she became pregnant."

"Not bad. Although you haven't been here for a day, it seems that you've already done a lot of homework," Gong Hao praised. "In that case, you already know the function of that strange object."

"I've guessed some of it. This time's strange object is obviously not simple, Supervisor Gong, should we inform the department first?"

Gong Hao's temper was very good. Although Lu Jing kept asking questions, he still seemed very patient, "Don't worry. When you really step into this world, you'll know that this is far from the most dangerous strange object."

After a pause, he added, "Now, in Lingzhou, there are at least two fifth-rank Supervisors, six fourth-rank Supervisors, and fourteen third-rank Supervisors working together to investigate the same case. The strange object they have to deal with is a hundred times more dangerous than the one we're going to face next, but who told us to be Supervisors?"

Gong Hao shrugged. "In this world, there must always be someone to do these things."

"I understand," Lu Jing said seriously.

"It's nothing. I'm just sighing casually," Gong Hao said. "Alright, let's hurry to Clear Spring Temple. If we arrive late, some people may never be found again."

Hearing Gong Hao say this, Lu Jing didn't continue to ask, and rented a horse from the nearby stable.

When Gong Hao saw the horse, he was a little puzzled and asked Lu Jing, "Why is there only one?"

"Supervisor Gong, you ride this horse. I'll just walk."

"Walk?" Gong Hao heard this and advised, "I know your internal cultivation is good, but in our line of work, no one knows when they'll encounter an accident. It's better to save as much strength as possible."

However, Lu Jing just shook his head and said, "It's okay. I'm used to walking. I guarantee I won't delay Supervisor Gong's important matters."

Hearing this, Gong Hao didn't persuade him anymore, got on the horse, and headed towards Clear Spring Temple outside the city.

He rode for about ten li, and Lu Jing, as he said before, followed behind his horse for ten li without falling behind at all, and his breathing wasn't disturbed at all when he arrived outside the temple.

Gong Hao couldn't help but praise again, "Good internal cultivation. No wonder you're already a master on the Tianji List at such a young age."