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The crowd turned to look, and at the entrance stood a not-so-tall figure, Zhong Nian, clad in a perfectly fitted Warden uniform. The deep black attire of the Free Federation Army, though not particularly imposing, exuded a subtle sense of pressure.
He had a large head, with naturally curly hair that was somewhat unruly and thick, suggesting he didn’t pay much attention to grooming. At that moment, he absentmindedly stroked his comfortably styled mustache while his eyes scanned the room, finally landing on the sleeping old man, causing his gaze to sharpen.
This fleeting action went unnoticed by the others as he calmly walked into the office.
"My esteemed Su Su, what brings you to this chaotic place again?" Tao Warden remarked as he entered, raising his hand to silence Liu Chengshu and Wu Qizao, who were about to speak.
Su Su quickly tucked her long, elegant legs off the desk and composed herself slightly. She stood up and approached Tao Warden's desk with an exquisite and expensive gift box.
"Tao Shu, this is your favorite premium Da Hong Pao tea," Su Su said with a hint of playfulness.
Tao Warden looked at the beautifully wrapped box containing the prized tea. This tea was something only the wealthy of the Free Federation could afford; such a large box would likely cost no less than a million. Su Su’s casual generosity suggested her family's considerable wealth, giving Tao Warden an inkling of her intentions.
"I don't accept gifts without merit. You can't be here just to deliver tea," Tao Shu said lazily while stroking his mustache.
"Hehe, Tao Shu truly has discerning eyes and a humble heart; nothing escapes your notice," Su Su flattered him.
"Hmph, let me be clear: don’t use your father’s business as an excuse to butter me up. I’m not some naive child. Your father is busy with military affairs; this isn’t a military prison—our interests don’t align. Otherwise, if you set my office on fire again, I’ll personally report it to your father," Tao Shu feigned anger.
"Oh dear, Tao Shu, I wouldn’t dream of making excuses! Last time was genuinely my father’s fault..." Su Su attempted to continue her deception.
"Stop right there. I won’t bring up how you almost blew up my prison’s Arsenal last time. What do you really want this time?" Tao Shu raised his hand.
"Alright, since you’re being so straightforward, I won’t beat around the bush," Su Su replied without further excuses. "Actually, in two months, there’s going to be the Unified Awakeners Examination. Do you know why it’s being held earlier this time?"
"Mm?" Upon hearing this, Tao Shu furrowed his brow and waved for Liu Chengshu and Wu Qizao to leave. The two understood and exited promptly.
"I’ve heard some rumors about that," Tao Shu said with a serious expression.
Su Su rarely appeared serious; she nodded and said, "Yes, I unintentionally overheard some accurate information from my father regarding this matter."
"Oh?" Tao Shu leaned in slightly with curiosity, listening intently. After all, news from the military would be far more reliable than what he could gather through private channels.
“This time, the early Unified Awakeners Examination is related to the predictions from the Giant Spirit Tower in the Central Special Zone,” Su Su said.
For Tao Shu, this statement was like hearing thunder in a silent place, stirring up waves of emotion within him.
“The Giant Spirit Tower!?” Tao Shu exclaimed, unable to suppress his surprise, though he managed to maintain a calm exterior.
The Giant Spirit Tower is the premier beacon of the Free Federation, located in its Central Special Zone. The energy it generates is unmatched, and it is said that any Fuser who can enter the tower for training is a formidable presence at the quantum level. Moreover, the Giant Spirit Tower is fundamental to the foundation of the Free Federation, serving as a crucial support for its survival in the perilous vastness of the ocean. For someone like Tao Shu, who is far removed from the centers of power and occupies a marginal position as a Warden, such a divine tower seems utterly unattainable.
“Yes, the Giant Spirit Tower has predicted the outcome... The ocean tide is coming early,” Su Su's words landed like another heavy bombshell, causing Tao Shu to feel restless.
After a long pause, Tao Shu finally regained his composure and asked, “Is this rumor... true?”
“Of course. That’s why the Unified Awakeners Examination is about to begin. The Free Federation is mobilizing its entire strength to recruit powerful individuals for examination. Even those deemed worthless cannon fodder soldiers are being absorbed into the military as much as possible. In light of this major test, all the prominent families hope to secure positions or gain favor through the Unified Examination. My rivals have all formed their own Special Operations Teams to participate in the elite-level Unified Awakeners Examination and strive for good rankings. I certainly cannot fall behind,” Su Su explained.
Tao Shu nodded, beginning to understand what this formidable Su Family Eldest Sister intended to do—she wanted to form a Special Operations Team to participate in the elite-level Unified Awakeners Examination.
“So, you’re here looking for recruits?” Tao Shu asked.
“Of course! The Black Iron Prison holds many serious criminals and death row inmates; there are bound to be some tough characters among them. So I’m here to try my luck,” Su Su replied nonchalantly, treating those death row inmates as mere commodities.
“That’s not an issue. You can pick anyone you want. However, I must make it clear that anyone you take must go through legal procedures. Also, please try not to cause any trouble while you’re in this prison,” Tao Shu established some ground rules with this Su Family Eldest Sister; who knows what chaos she might unleash in this facility.
“Of course! Do I seem like someone who would stir up trouble without reason? Well then, it’s settled! Thank you, Tao Shu. By the way, I heard you’ve arranged several fighting matches for tonight?” Su Family Eldest Sister suddenly asked.
Tao Shu wearily summoned Liu Chengshu to arrange things with her while he enjoyed some rare peace in his office. After some time, he opened a virtual screen and connected to a special contact line. A virtual figure projected onto it—a tall, thin man dressed in a black aristocratic tailcoat with a pale face that seemed almost sickly.
“Hello, I am Fu San San Wu Er from the World Alliance Underground Mo. How may I assist you today?” The other party responded with professional courtesy.
“I’d like to inquire about some important information,” Tao Shu replied to the virtual figure.
“Certainly, sir. Please provide your account number and level password,” came the prompt response as an account input box appeared on Tao Shu's screen.
After entering his details with a few taps in mid-air and waiting for the login result, he was greeted with a professional smile: “Hello, Mr. Tao. Your account level is Gold. What information would you like to know?”
“Regarding the recent forecast results for the Giant Spirit Tower,” Tao Shu replied.
“I'm sorry, sir, but your account level does not allow free access to this information. If you need it, please pay the inquiry fee separately, which is two million!” the representative responded without a hint of hesitation.
The fact that a single piece of information could be sold for two million highlighted its immense value.
Tao Shu pondered for a moment and gritted his teeth. “Fine, I’ll pay.”
He then transferred two million to the account provided and received a self-destructing virtual message in return. It bore the special seal of the World Alliance and Underground Mo, which was impossible to forge. For channels like the World Alliance and Underground Mo, their reputation was impeccable; whether purchasing illicit goods or information, they never dealt in fakes.
Thus, when Tao Shu saw the more detailed purchase information, his expression changed dramatically. It quickly shifted from shock to a grave seriousness. He confirmed the electronic destruction of the message before logging out of the Virtual Network.
It turned out that things were far more serious than he had anticipated!
After standing in a daze for a while, he took a cigar from his drawer and lit it. He walked over to the floor-to-ceiling window of his office and stared blankly at the world outside, lost in thought.
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