Chapter 0005: Inquiry

I am merely an ordinary team member; what I have experienced and what I have said are all facts. I earnestly request your careful consideration

Liu Hao did not keep up; after all, in the days to come, he would be accompanied by trains, so there is no need to rush.

Good! The first question, why did you survive while they all died

Gong Yong did not say much, merely fixing a resentful gaze on Fan Jian's back.

The second question is, since elite-level evil spirits and commanding-level deities have appeared, why do you have no injuries on your body? Aside from a few scratches on your clothes

"Lord, the captain has ordered me to protect two staff members at the front of the vehicle. The front has not been attacked by any malevolent spirits, and thus I am the last survivor. The two staff members are still at the front; you may send someone to inquire with them"

"Reporting to the squad leader. Liu Hao, a member of the First Subteam of Luyang City, is here to report to you." Liu Hao performed a formal salute to Gong Yong

Master Fan, considering the situation of the first team, I have decided to keep the train in a suspended state. When I deem it safe, I will naturally allow the train to resume operation

Returning, my lord, I did not engage in battle with them. By the time I arrived, the esteemed senior had already appeared within the carriage. Do you know? This mysterious esteemed senior is the most formidable person I have ever encountered in my life. With a wave of his left hand, he annihilated the elite-level evil spirit, and with a lift of his right foot, he kicked the commander-level evil spirit out of the carriage.

"Please rest assured, my lord, I will certainly speak without reservation and express everything in full." Liu Hao was not foolish; he continued to maintain his current expression, not allowing any fluctuation in his emotions.

Upon reflecting on this, Gong Yong posed the final question. "After experiencing such a grave accident, how is it that you are able to remain so calm and composed? It is as if what happened before has no relation to you at all"

It seems that he still does not trust me! How can this person be so narrow-minded? Is it just because Li Si does not get along with him? Is it really necessary to act this way? When a person dies, it is like a lamp going out; does he still want to vent his anger on me? Liu Hao's impression of Gong Yong has completely deteriorated.

Oh! Thank you. Liu Hao found it interesting and immediately put away the note, placing it into the talisman pouch at his waist

The above two questions are sufficient for you to pass, but for this last one, if your answer does not satisfy me, I will immediately apprehend you and charge you with collusion with evil spirits

Liu Hao's sincere attitude, especially the last few compliments directed at Gong Yong, instantly diminished Gong Yong's hostility towards him by a few degrees. Regardless of whether Li Si had ever said those words to him, at the very least, they were spoken from his mouth.

You are the squad leader, a person we respect greatly. Captain Li Si once told me that although he does not get along with you, when faced with significant issues, he still stands by your side, listens to your opinions, and carries out your orders

In response to the esteemed individual, Captain Li Si and the other team members all heroically sacrificed themselves. During this mission, elite-level evil spirits and commander-level evil spirits appeared. Fortunately, a senior expert happened to pass by; otherwise, I would not have been able to see you, my superior. Liu Hao spoke with conviction. Although he concealed some facts, the essence of his statement was true and worthy of scrutiny.

"Liu Hao, as long as the line is not safe for a day, you will patrol the train route every day. You will stop patrolling only when you receive my orders. Do you understand?" Gong Yong turned to the side, directing all his remaining anger towards Liu Hao.

The sound of footsteps, "da", "da", "da", gradually brought Liu Hao into everyone's view

The first question was originally a trap, but who would have thought that Liu Hao's luck was so good that Li Si's command actually became the answer to the question

Perhaps considering the significant energy backlash from battling a commander-level evil spirit, after kicking the commander-level evil spirit away, he swiftly vanished and pursued outside

Li Si was not wrong; the squad leader really has issues, Liu Hao thought to himself

"Liu Hao, I will ask you three questions, and you must answer me truthfully; otherwise, I will personally send you to the law enforcement team!" Gong Yong deliberately paused, wanting to discern something from Liu Hao's expression.

"May I ask if you are Liu Hao?" a staff member at the station asked as they approached Liu Hao

Gong Yong saw that Liu Hao was sensible, so he no longer argued with him and turned to walk towards the train. After all, the formalities still needed to be observed

Gong Yong thought: "The railway line mission indeed has issues. I originally intended to teach Li Si a lesson, but I did not expect it would lead to the near extinction of a squad. From this kid's expression, it seems he is not lying, but how could it be such a coincidence that a master happened to pass by?"

Hmph! Are you questioning me?

I have experienced sadness, helplessness, and confusion, and I have lost my composure. You have not witnessed these experiences of mine, but that does not mean I have not gone through them. If I cannot appear here in a rational state, how can you understand the course of events in such a short time

Sir, this is perhaps inappropriate! Although I am of little significance, to say that I am in collusion with evil spirits is pure slander! Since the day I became a member of the Town Spirit Court, I have been at odds with evil spirits, irreconcilable. The Heavenly Dao oath is not something to be taken lightly; if I were truly in league with evil spirits, I would be dead by now.

With a final whistle, the train came to a stop at the platform

"Why is it just you? Where are the others?" Gong Yong asked with a frown

Liu Hao's words sent a shock through Gong Yong's heart. If what he said is true, this senior is at least a Spirit Marquis level expert. Could it be that the team leader happened to pass by here while on a mission? No, the team leader should be on leave at the branch after the meeting held not long ago. If it's not the team leader, then who could this person be? Whatever! As long as they are not from the Spirit Suppression Court, it is fine.

"Sir, may I leave now?" Liu Hao felt a sense of relief in his heart

"Your Excellency, the train lines are now clear. Do you think we can resume normal train operations?" Fan Jian asked with a cheerful smile as he stepped forward.

I dare not. Since you cannot provide a definite time here, I shall take my leave first. Fan Jian flicked his sleeves and turned to leave.

"May I ask Captain Gong, when do you feel safe?" Fan Jian changed his address and the smile on his face also faded.

Fan Jian harbored resentment in his heart, yet he did not show it on his face. As the head of the family, he still needed to maintain his composure.

Understood. A higher official can easily suppress those beneath them, let alone when there are two levels above.

I am , may I ask who you are ?

I am a staff member at the station, and this is a note from the head of the Fan family for you. Please be sure to keep it safe

Standing beside Gong Yong, Liu Hao observed their words and actions. What puzzled him was why Fan Jian and Gong Yong were at odds with each other. Was it really that important for the train to operate normally

Liu Hao noticed that Gong Yong was silent, and he began to feel uneasy. "Stay calm, I must remain calm, and respond to changes with consistency"

"Come, take the fallen warriors back to the camp." Gong Yong shifted his gaze away from Liu Hao.

Where are you going? There isn't even a single team left. Are you really capable of replacing an entire team by yourself? For now, stay close to me.

The two staff members at the front of the train were greatly alarmed upon witnessing such a large spectacle at the station, and thus did not disembark, but instead huddled inside the boiler room at the front of the train