Chapter 010: Xiaoli, you have deceived me!

Ah ha

This attitude is commendable; however, if you passionately declare your intention to achieve results, it rather concerns me

Inside, there was a stack of gold dragon tickets, with a note attached, which was a payment order stating "Special Fund"

Gao De hurriedly left, while the bearded man and Liu Xiaopang were still in a daze, and a large crowd of heads squeezed out from outside the door

I actually misunderstood Xiaoli

Under their jurisdiction, the Seven Cities Military Command of the Ministry of War has established a Reporting Office to manage the affairs of ability users that arise in the streets of Zhongjing. The Water Affairs Office of the Jingkou Division and the Water Affairs Office of the Ministry of Justice oversee ability users related to underground matters. The Reporting Office of the Major Crimes Division of the Zhongjing Prefecture is responsible for matters occurring in the streets, underground, and among the populace... In summary, as long as it concerns ability users in Zhongjing, it falls under their authority

In the localities, each department is responsible for handling the cases of ability users they manage. In Zhongjing, the cases of ability users that have left traces are all cleaned up by our Elephant Training Institute. After all, according to tradition, our Elephant Training Institute is the only department specifically in charge of matters related to ability users, while other departments only manage the activities of ability users that pertain to their respective affairs.

What is the background of this pretty boy

What you say is not lost on me; I am here to revitalize the elephant training grounds, transforming it into a sword in Her Majesty's hand! If you still possess a shred of honor, you should feel ashamed of the current state of the elephant training grounds! Is this still the once-renowned Jinyiwei elephant training grounds in the hearts of the people? You must know shame!

Gao De was first taken aback, and then a greater doubt arose.

The humiliation endured underground, the wounds suffered on the neck, and the mockery faced in the reception room transformed into a fiery anger, as Gao De's heartfelt rage erupted in a torrent of words. "How can one be loyal to the Empress like this? How can there still be a bright and clear world in the Ming Dynasty?"

In an instant, the heavens and the earth changed color, the sun and the moon lost their light, and the high virtue finally erupted

The phone on the table rang, and the bearded man urged someone to close the door, grunting and groaning. Outside the door, his subordinates heard him repeatedly exclaiming, "Damn it," "What," "Half a month," and "Damn his ancestors," causing their faces to turn pale as they exchanged glances with one another

Yesterday, when I encountered you, I received an order from the Imperial Guard to hurry and clean up the scene

Watching the carriage of Commander Lin depart, Gao De absentmindedly opened the file bag

Upon mentioning this, his expression changed, and he bent down again, saying, "I have spoken presumptuously."

"Now every department has a say in the affairs of the supernatural beings," Wang Kunlun said with a bitter smile. "I won't even mention the Temple Guard and the Feather Forest Guard. Any matters involving the emergence of demons, or those directly related to the safety of the Emperor, as well as supernatural beings of legendary status, all fall under their jurisdiction. Other departments have to assist them in their duties."

Commander Lin waved his sleeve and departed, while the steam car rushed away with a whoosh, leaving Gao De, who was gritting his teeth in hatred and wishing to devour him alive, eating dust behind.

With a bang, Gao De slammed his hand on the table in anger

Continuing, although the surface of Gaode remains calm, there is a turmoil within, and it seems there is more to be said, which is different from what I had imagined

Reflecting on my actions yesterday, I must admit that I am also a small cog in this vast system, pretending to be either an extraordinary individual or a secretive figure.

Therefore, from Zhongjing to the local areas, all traces of the existence of superhumans must be eradicated, from the scene to public opinion, leaving no link overlooked

As the convoy exited the courtyard, he reached out to grasp the collar of the man with the goatee, wanting to ask for clarification. The other party bent down and clasped his hands, sincerely saying: "The Lord Baihu hides it very well, I admire you greatly"

How can one be so self-indulgent and degenerate

Just collecting corpses and writing reports, with no schedule and no KPIs, this is indeed a place for retirement and earning a pension

Reflecting on the internet of the previous life, this indeed holds true. In this world, the Ming Dynasty has already established newspapers, radio, and even television, leading to a frequent and rapid flow of information. This does not imply that the truth is harder to conceal; on the contrary, it makes it easier to deceive the populace

No, it is not. Gao De only felt his legs go weak. What about the other units? Such a significant matter...

The man with a scruffy beard curled his body like a shrimp and repeatedly said, "Yes, yes, yes! What the hundred households master says is true! I and the people under my command only follow the lead of the hundred households master!"

Gao De was filled with turmoil and confusion as he entered the auditorium of the building under the guidance of the bearded man, took his seat of honor, and received the greetings of the staff from the elephant training center

The former hundred households were merely a nominal title, while the actual matters were handled by Wang Kunlun, who is the one with the beard. This individual is merely a general banner, having spent five or six years at the elephant training facility, and has become quite seasoned. There are also three other general banners who have not made an appearance.

"The Ming Dynasty has been around for over a thousand years," Wang Kunlun said, raising his hands in a gesture of surrender. "No matter how strict the rules are, they cannot be upheld for such a long time. Moreover, the activities of those with special abilities are so frequent that even with numerous departments overseeing them, it is still unmanageable. Back when the nation was founded, when those with special abilities caused trouble in the city, the entire street's residents would be exiled to the frontier. Now... is that even possible?"

In today's Ming Dynasty, everyone merely pretends to be either a supernatural being or a secretive figure. Wang Kunlun's expression became somewhat complex, "However, as everyone continues to play their roles according to the old customs, it has unexpectedly yielded results. Those who have had actual contact with supernatural beings are ultimately just a minority. As long as the authorities cover up with homicides, natural disasters, and various accidents, and resolutely deny the existence of supernatural beings, those matters will become intertwined with ghostly affairs, turning into urban legends. Even if a few people know the truth, they cannot raise their voices to influence the hearts of the people across the land."

When Emperor Taizu initially established the elephant training facility, it was merely a guise to obscure the truth, allowing the Jinyiwei to oversee all matters concerning individuals with extraordinary abilities. However, that was at the beginning of the dynasty, and the situation is now entirely different

Other units still have their hands full, the middle-aged man is the newly appointed commander of the Jinyiwei, Lord Lin. The order has been delivered, and the money has been given to you, I haven't even received a single note! Well then, just wait for the good news from Captain Gao.

The magistrate found it difficult to act out in the presence of Gao De, making a considerable effort to embody the role of the new and inexperienced superior, and struggled to complete the process.

Is our elephant training facility a pill?

Old Gu and Granny Sun were busy in the workshop, both suffering from ailments and never showing their faces. Old Hou managed the zoo and was still unaware that the magistrate had arrived. Since the magistrate has come to take office here, he naturally understands the details of our elephant training facility. The zoo to the south is our property, which has been operating at a loss, primarily for the sake of appearances.

This is merely focused on the departments in Zhongjing, including the Railway Department, the Shipping Department, the Aviation Department, and the Telegraph Department of the Ministry of Works, as well as the Investigation Department of the Ministry of Justice and various provincial and county offices, all of which are vying for the affairs of extraordinary powers in the world. The more matters one handles, the more authority one possesses; the more authority one has, the more budgetary allocations one receives. Of course, there are different official explanations for this, which you certainly understand.

The bearded man revealed a smile that seemed to see through the appendix, then quickly lowered his head to conceal it

The esteemed Lord Baihu is indeed a close associate of Her Majesty the Empress," he urged Gaode to take a seat in his patched leather swivel chair, his beard stretching into a smile as he said, "To be honest, I find it somewhat difficult to comprehend why a nouveau riche like yourself would come here.

Gaode got to the point: "Both our elephant training department and other departments manage individuals with special abilities, but the reasons for doing so differ. What is our reason?"

Liu Xiaopang stammered, saying: "Director Lin... No, Commander Lin has arrived, only to see the hundred households' lord!"

The situation introduced by Wang Kunlun is vastly different from Gao De's experience as a grassroots Jinyiwei. He has also dealt with numerous cases involving supernatural beings, and although various departments have intervened, it ultimately falls to the Jinyiwei to take over. This is secondary; what is even more surprising is that various ministries are involved in the affairs of supernatural beings, as if there are so many of them that they are everywhere on the streets

The half-old man, with gray hair and a goatee, slapped Gao De on the shoulder with the warmth one would show to a nephew. "Gao Baihu was appointed by Her Majesty the Empress, so he must be here for this matter. Who else could it be entrusted to?"

I was deceived by Xiao Li

The paper in Gao De's hand is a death warrant bearing the bright red seal of the Jinyiwei, stating that the demon spawn must be captured within ten days; failure to do so will result in execution

Wang Kunlun led Gao De to the second floor, as Gao De's office on the third floor had not yet been organized, so he had to go to Wang Kunlun's office. To be honest, Gao De felt that the underground reception room was still more comfortable.

How could I be clear about it? Fortunately, I have been following my master for over a year, so I understand a bit about the art of conversation. "After all, I am new here, and Mr. Wang probably thinks I know nothing, so please explain it to me in detail."

It is evident that his performance yesterday was regarded as an act. Gao De's hand trembled, transforming into a gesture of support, "It's all good, it's all good."

Downstairs, a person from Gaode held a piece of paper in one hand and a file bag in the other, staring intently at the important figure dressed in a flying fish suit, with a belly full of boiling frustration.

The elephant training facility indeed manages matters related to those with special abilities, but it only oversees the affairs of the deceased.

"The founding emperor left behind a secret instruction that later generations dare not violate." He explained in a deep and wistful tone, "That is to prevent the populace from feeling fear or joy due to the emergence of those with extraordinary abilities, and also to prevent fear or joy from the disappearance of such individuals. In short, it is to ensure that the populace does not feel the presence of those with extraordinary abilities around them"

The elephant training facility is merely a facade; in reality, it is a mysterious department within the Jinyiwei that specifically handles matters related to individuals with special abilities. Is this a place where one can peacefully earn a pension?

Sitting in his seat, Gao De's eyes were wide open, resembling a furious expression, but in reality, he was so delighted that he felt like dancing

No wonder it felt like all the cases involving superhumans were still managed by the Jinyiwei; in fact, it was this elephant training facility that went to collect the bodies and cover up the evidence

Your grandfather is a bastard!

In an instant, he turned serious, "The matters concerning the ability users are precisely under the jurisdiction of the elephant trainers, how can they shirk their responsibilities?"

Wang Kunlun's waist suddenly straightened with a crack, "Commander Lin!?"

The ten thousand gold dragons he requested unexpectedly became public funds allocated to the elephant training institution

If individuals with special abilities are involved in significant financial transactions, the Accounting Division of the Ministry of Revenue must also intervene. If the case involves unusual drugs or instruments, the Prohibited Weapons Division of the Ministry of War and the Inspection Division of the Ministry of Justice must also be involved. The Ministry of Personnel, the Censorate, the Supreme Court, and even the Ministry of Rites, the Board of Rites, and the Imperial Clan Court all have departments that oversee individuals with special abilities

Commander Lin waved his hand and turned to leave, but Gao De grabbed his sleeve, saying, how can you leave when things are not yet clarified!

Xiao Li!

Hello, how are you?

With such a small number of people, not to mention the nearly 100 million population of Zhongjing, even the ability users in Xicheng cannot be managed properly

A heart full of indignation transforms into a silent roar, surging within like wind and thunder

Wang Kunlun fell silent for two seconds, then adopted an expression as if preparing to endure a storm, and helplessly revealed the truth.

Gao Dexin said that he learned quite a lot from his master. Although the old man is just a minor official, he manages dozens of school lieutenants and strongmen, as well as some rogues. To be able to keep most of these unruly individuals in line truly requires some skill

The subordinates asked anxiously, while the bearded man stroked his beard and said, "Don't worry, they are not even superhumans, just here to go through the motions. We just need to find a way to placate him."

Last night, the several commanders announced their retirement. The chief steward beside the Empress was appointed to act in their stead, promoting Lin Tongzhi to the position of commander to manage specific affairs. Wang Kunlun seems to be quite well-informed. He came to seek out the Lord of the Hundred Households, fearing that...

The elephant training facility is divided into several departments: on-site duty, equipment and medical workshops, animal park, and logistics, with a total of 120 staff members, including four main flags and ten small flags. There are more than 300 temporary workers not on the official roster, one-third of whom are re-employed retirees

"My lord the commander, is this a joke?"

He asked with a hint of hope, "Isn't the elephant training center only responsible for ... ... "

The secret teachings of the founding emperor have all been leaked, and the existence of superpowered individuals has long been known to the world. Even the grassroots Jinyiwei at his and his master's level have access to cases involving superpowered individuals. What kind of secret is being kept here

Gao De subconsciously asked: "Not to mention the whole world, but just in Zhongjing, there are so many cases involving extraordinary individuals that require various departments to intervene. Why do the citizens not seem to notice anything?"

Feeling refreshed, he wanted to continue. The young man who had once escorted him home, using a boiler tube to hook the car door, knocked and entered. This fellow was quite plump and prosperous-looking, a subordinate of Wang Kunlun, and he remembered that his surname was Liu

Captain Gao Baihu..." Commander Lin did not turn his head, his tone chillingly cold: "I also bear responsibility for this matter. The deadline has passed without the task being completed, and Her Majesty the Empress will have my head! Therefore, regardless of Gao Baihu's origins or background, before my head falls, the head of Gao Baihu will fall first!

Gao De was flipping through the records and felt a sense of doubt in his heart. The West City branch of the patrol city office was at the level of a thousand households, with a fixed establishment of 1,200 personnel, and with temporary workers exceeding 5,000.