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[Mission Tip: Behind your sight, a conspiracy is brewing like a storm. Sometimes it can start small and end up being something big. When you save Wake University, you might just be saving the world.]

[Quest Level: B → A]

[Task requirements: Try to stop this conspiracy]

[Reward: 60000-100000 experience points, expertise reward x1 (the reward pool changes with task completion)]

Obviously, this mission is not that simple, otherwise it would not be possible to prepare two sizes of prize pools.

There are a lot of mission experience rewards, but they are not the most important. What Zhou Ning is most envious of is the expertise reward. If nothing unexpected happens, if he can complete the A-level evaluation, he will have the opportunity to obtain elite expertise.

Zhou Ning guessed that the key to the mission might lie in the council member from Luins.

Thinking of this, Zhou Ning did not answer for the time being, but asked: "Where is Mr. Qi En? Didn't he take care of this matter?"

Sherlock said helplessly, "Mr. Chin originally wanted to handle it personally, but there is an important state visit at Witsel Church Square tomorrow. His Majesty the King will be there, so Mr. Chin must accompany him."

Zhou Ning nodded without hesitation: "No problem, how can I help?"

"Great!" Sherlock praised with a thumbs-up, then wondered, "Why did you agree so readily this time?"

"To save the world." Zhou Ning said expressionlessly.

"Cough cough cough." Sherlock choked on his own saliva.

He poured himself a glass of water to calm himself down and said:

"Regarding this incident, we suspect the person responsible for throwing the alchemical bomb could be a student, a staff member, a teacher, or even a new student or a parent. To avoid alerting the target, we've only informed a few high-ranking officials at Vic University of this operation."

Zhou Ning said he understood: "So what exactly do you need me to do?"

"It's very simple." Sherlock looked at Zhou Ning. "We have a method to detect alchemical bombs, but we need to arrange for a few people to go in and set up the site in advance. This requires your cooperation. I have already arranged the operation on the scene tomorrow. If possible, try to help us tomorrow. This operation must be foolproof."

"No problem, but are you sure you'll be able to deal with the alchemical bomb in time after detecting it?" Zhou Ning asked.

"We'll have time. An alchemical bomb capable of causing a lethal threat is definitely not small in diameter. Even if the catalyst is ignited immediately, it will take 5 to 10 seconds to detonate. As long as we can find it in time, it won't be a problem."

Sherlock thought for a moment, then pulled out the gun from his arms, ejected five bullets from the magazine, and let them jingle on the table. He pushed them to Zhou Ning:

"These five bullets have been specially refined. One bullet is enough to destroy the internal structure of the alchemical bomb. I don't have many bullets, so use them sparingly."

Zhou Ning nodded and put away his bullets. Although he didn't know much about alchemical bombs in his previous life, he did know how to deal with them. Most were made from a mixture of dozens of highly explosive alchemical materials, then ignited with a special catalyst. The internal structure of these bombs was extremely sophisticated, requiring many rigorous catalytic reactions. If targeted, they were easy to destroy.

Sherlock picked up the cup and drank the water. He smiled and said, "Any other questions? If not, go back to school. I have arranged for a few people to meet you there."

"Yes, there is another key issue." Zhou Ning thought for a moment, carefully choosing his words. "According to reliable information, the Life Alchemy Society should have sent a council member from Luins. What are you going to do with this person?"

Sherlock: ??????

He had just finished half of his drink when he couldn't help but spit it all out. He asked in shock, "Council member? Are you sure?"

I didn't expect that even the Japanese guards didn't know this news...

Zhou Ning's mouth twitched slightly, and he nodded: "It's just gossip, but it shouldn't be wrong."

To be honest, judging from the TV series "Apocalypse", it shouldn't be wrong.

Zhou Ning bet that Sherlock's expression at this moment must be very similar to Li Tie's after conceding a goal in the World Cup qualifiers. He lost his composure and hurriedly stood up and said, "Wayne, you go back to school first. I have to go discuss this with Mr. Qi'en."

After leaving Xilin Grocery Store, Zhou Ning did not stop. After standing and waiting for a few minutes, he stopped a public carriage coming from a distance.

The coachman seemed to know Zhou Ning and greeted him with a smile, "Hello, sir, are you still going to Vic University?"

"Yes, what a coincidence."

Zhou Ning also recognized him, nodded to him friendly, and got on the carriage. Coincidentally, it was his carriage that he took when he went to Blair Bookstore from Wake University the day before yesterday.

"4 Roshen."

The driver quoted the price and then smiled, shaking his head. "It's not a coincidence. In fact, there are only two public carriages passing through Vic University, and they rotate in a circular manner. From five in the morning until late at night, we have to work more than sixteen hours."

"No rest time?" Zhou Ning asked in surprise.

"Yes, we have a day off every Sunday at the Ascetic Church." The female collector in the carriage tore off the ticket and handed it to Zhou Ning. "It's not a big deal, it's for a living. The economy in Braxton is in a downturn right now, and people are unemployed everywhere. It's better to do this honestly and earn hard-earned money, even if it's only three Victors a month."

"That's true. If I work for a few more months, I'll be able to rent a slightly more spacious room. If I work for another year, maybe both of my sons will have the chance to go to school." The coachman agreed.

"Although your boss is a vampire, he's actually not that bad compared to most bosses." Zhou Ning curled his lips and found a place to sit down.

The coachman also laughed: "Indeed."

As they spoke, the two wildebeests began to move forward, pulling the heavy carriage.

Zhou Ning stopped talking and began to close his eyes and rest.

It was already past two o'clock when Zhou Ning returned to school. As soon as he arrived at the school gate, he was startled by the bustling atmosphere. From the main entrance to the playground, a large area was filled with tables and stalls, and in some places, tents were even set up.

Zhou Ning was speechless. Was this a welcome party or a party?

According to past experience, theoretically, recruitment would begin at 7 a.m. the next day. The Alchemy Department was a major department at Wake University, occupying an area near the school's main entrance. Originally, Zhou Ning had planned to recruit John as a soldier, and also recruit a few girls from the Alchemy Department to support the team.

But it’s probably not necessary now.

At the school gate, a beautiful woman waved at Zhou Ning: "Classmate Wayne, here!"

As he approached, Zhou Ning realized there were three people waiting there: one woman and two men, all dressed like students. After greeting them, he learned the woman's name was Cherie. She was pretty and probably around Zhou Ning's age, in her early twenties. Her black school uniform didn't look out of place.

One of the two men did not introduce himself, but he looked very much like Jason Statham. He looked very strong at first glance, but his hairline was too anxious. In his school uniform, he did not look like a student at all, but more like a student's father.

The other one was called Polly, the same name as John's son's dog. He had a very stern look. Zhou Ning stared at him for a long time but couldn't connect him with the silly dog. He asked tentatively, "How about we go in and talk?"