I've Become the King of Villains in the Game-Chapter 654 - 430 Difficult Problem_2

Lane pressed on despite fatigue and weariness, speaking softly.

“It’s another one of these strange terrains, but compared to the previous times, this time there’s simply no way to go… Even though several of us have the ability to fly, we have no knowledge of what lies ahead, and to fly over rashly is far too risky,”

Welles said in a grave voice.

The others all looked to Chen Lun, wanting to see the decision of the leader.

They were also quite moved, having together faced dozens or even hundreds of Bug People attacks this week, as well as several instances against cunning terrain, overcoming them through everyone’s thoughtful consideration and attempts, making it this far.

Captain Jack’s decisions were apt every time, and he had gradually become the indispensable core in the eyes of the team members. It could even be said that without him, they might have already died several times over in the Dark World.

Chen Lun didn’t answer, just stared silently into the darkness ahead.

At this moment, he suddenly recalled Mr. Bales’ notes in his journal.

‘Mr. Bales seemed to have only made it here before returning to the present world, terminating his journey in the Dark World…’

Chen Lun was also somewhat hesitant.

Even with “Five Senses Perception“, he couldn’t see the specifics ahead; the darkness could even obscure all his senses… Only his Spiritual Intuition told him that one absolutely must not enter what lay ahead, or it would be certain death.

But Chen Lun still felt some reluctance.

Having led the team in exploring the Dark World for so long, all their efforts shouldn’t just be in vain…

“Let’s go back for now,”

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After a long sigh, he exhaled.

“Everyone is very tired as well… Lane, drop the spare ‘Spirit World Anchor’ here, leaving the coordinates, and when we get back, everyone should use the rest time to look for some information and clues to see if there’s a way.”

The team members looked at each other first, then all nodded with serious expressions on their faces.

It seemed that even the leader had no solution…

Back in the present world.

The Investigation Group One quickly heard some of the latest news at the Empire Judgement Group building.

After replenishing their numbers, the Fourth Group entered the Dark World again but followed in the Fifth Group’s footsteps, nearly annihilated… Only one young male team member escaped with severe injuries.

But this person’s mental state was not good either, bordering on collapse, and the inquiring personnel couldn’t get any valid information from him.

Subsequently, Judgment Chief Daral dispatched the “Psychological Trauma Team” to administer closed-off treatment. This team belonged to one of the logistics departments of the Judiciary and consisted of Constellation Faction Transcendents skilled in mental treatment.

Despite this, the lucky survivor didn’t improve and even rapidly deteriorated.

In a few days, he suddenly lost control and became a contaminated being… The Judiciary suppressed him immediately, and news of the incident spread.

The investigation team was currently seated on the second floor of the dining hall, dining in silence, their expressions all stern and somber. The atmosphere in the entire dining hall was somewhat dead; it wasn’t just Chen Lun’s table, the other Judiciary members present were all silent, obviously affected by the setbacks the investigation action team had faced during this period.

“You all get a good rest these next few days. Lane, I need you to compile our progress and situation report and present it to Chief McCollin once again, and try to seek some advice and assistance from Him,” Chen Lun said slowly to Lane while eating his sliced roasted sausage.

The latter nodded hastily.

“Yes, I understand, Leader.”

Chen Lun hummed in response.

Afterward, everyone stopped exchanging words and quietly finished their meal before scattering and returning to their places of rest.

Chen Lun also called Golov to take him back to the Generous Church District by carriage.

“Leader, you look tired. Is it because the Empire’s task has run into trouble?” Golov asked softly with an adept eye for reading expressions after they disembarked from the carriage.

Chen Lun nodded and then smiled,

“Sort of… But no worries, there’s no problem. Don’t stress about it.”

“I believe there’s nothing that can stump you, Leader… If you need anything, you can call on me anytime, as well as the other people from the Circus. We will spare no effort to help you,” Golov said earnestly.

Chen Lun’s mood immediately improved a lot, and he patted Golov’s shoulder appreciatively.

“Thank you.”

Returning to the Generous Church District after half a month, the Circus executives were very happy.

That night, Floey personally cooked a table full of dishes, making Chen Lun feel a comfort and warmth he had missed for a long time. At the dinner table, after some simple inquiries, he learned that the Generous Church had been developing smoothly and successfully, and people like Frey Akebin had played the roles of priests extremely well, earning the adoration of the Royal City believers.

Maggie and Connie had also been diligently pursuing their research and studies; each executive had their own goals and were full of vigor.

The Generous Church’s reputation was getting better and better, which pleased Chen Lun greatly.

In the dead of night.

Chen Lun fell asleep in his own apartment, and in a half-sleep state, he suddenly felt as if he had come to a pitch-dark space, much like being inside the Dark World where he couldn’t see his hand in front of his face.

He realized that this was his own dream.

Perhaps due to spending a long time exploring the Dark World, even his dreams had been influenced, reproducing the dark and profound environment within.

Suddenly a light shone down, like a spotlight on a stage.

A blond man wearing a black-and-white striped suit appeared in front of him.

“Philip?!” Chen Lun’s consciousness snapped clear, and he blurted out as he looked at the smiling man approaching him.

“I’m sorry, Jack, that we have to meet in this way,” said Philip, removing his hat to reveal the familiar slicked-back hair, and he nodded slightly to Chen Lun.

“I received your prayer before but couldn’t respond due to the constraints of the Dream Realm… Fortunately, Lady Sigh has been briefly departing from the ‘Door of Slumber’ during this period, allowing me the chance to contact you.”

Chen Lun was surprised that Philip had come into his dream.

But he quickly realized it was an opportunity to ask the other questions.

“Philip, I’ve recently come across a problem, and I wonder if you could help me solve it?”

“Oh, that’s precisely why I’m here. If there’s anything you need help with, just ask,” said Philip with a shrug and a smile.

“This is a rare opportunity, Jack, otherwise, it might be centuries before you see me again… After all, Lady Sigh is a diligent and responsible Angel,” He said, half-mocking, half-joking.

Chen Lun took a deep breath and told the other about his recent circumstances and mentioned that while investigating the root of the turbulence in the Spirit World for the Empire, his path had been blocked at the fault line on the fourth layer of space in the Dark World.

Philip listened to the end with a smile and then raised his eyebrows.

“Pollution of the Spirit World? I do have some information… Its source is actually the Ancient God ‘Father of Darkness’ Distadact, whose location is at the very end of the seventh layer of space in the Dark World.”