"Young man, it seems you've returned at just the right time,"

The doctor, holding a booklet, looked with amusement at a tall man dressed in black with a cloak walking towards him.

That's right, he is Zhao Chuan's clone, currently known as the Executor "Boy. Bruce Weeping". In order to avoid being exposed, Zhao Chuan copied his demon god's divine spark and a small part of his memories and consciousness and integrated them into the clone's body, giving the clone self-awareness. He also gave the clone a spatial storage ring, the Evil Eye, and the knife.

"What's up,"

The boy replied irritably.

"We're colleagues, for goodness' sake. This isn't how you talk to me."

The doctor's tone shifted from playful to threatening, revealing a powerful aura.

"Just tell me straight. There's no need for this intimidation. My job is to monitor your progress. What? You dare to kill me...!"

The boy was not to be outdone and immediately retorted to the doctor.

"Hahaha, Her Majesty the Empress is summoning us back. Let's set off today."

The doctor let out a maniacal laugh, but stopped after a while and gave the direct notification without beating around the bush.

"By the way, before I leave, I need you to do something for me. I hope you won't refuse."

The doctor put down the booklet and walked up to the boy, saying...

The boy and the doctor were about the same height, but the doctor's aura made the boy feel suffocated.

Much later... on the other side.

A tavern not far from Kawan Post Station.

"Dishia—! I'm sorry to keep you waiting!"

Paimon waved to the girl who was standing there in a daze.

Ying and Zhao Chuan followed behind.

"You've finally arrived? Weren't we supposed to be the most important part? Well, you've taken so long."

"I'm so sleepy," Dixia said reproachfully.

"Oh dear, I'm so sorry, it did take a little time. Well then, according to the plan..."

Zhao Chuan flexed his fingers and said.

"Ahem... Alright, I was going to make some lighthearted comments to liven things up, but you just jumped straight to the point, honestly."

Dixia lowered her head, covered her mouth with her hand, and replied awkwardly.

"Yes, our job is to ensure that the Fools' Chief Executive 'Doctor' and the new Chief Executive 'Boy' are free of risks and that they don't hinder our rescue of Little Lucky Grass King."

"Dealing with the Order of the Nation, which controls the entire Sumeru region, is already difficult enough. If either the 'Doctor' or the 'Young Man' interferes, completing the plan will become truly challenging."

Dixia became serious.

"Zhao Chuan, if they really come to cause trouble, what are your chances of stopping them?"

Ying asked with great concern.

"Hmm, I don't know. The doctor and the boy's strength is very secretive, maybe only 30%."

Zhao Chuan shook his head and said helplessly.

"It's okay, just do your best."

Dixia patted Zhao Chuan on the shoulder and said.

"Sigh, this is really a problem for us. 'Doctor' sounds like a tough opponent..."

"What's more, a 'young man' has inexplicably appeared."

Paimon said dejectedly.

“Yes, just hearing that name makes me think of those arrogant, domineering old scholars in the Order of the Church. I don’t want to deal with that kind of person.”

"However, I'm quite interested in that 'boy.' I heard from that scholar, Morgi, that he apparently beat up some skirmishers."

Desia looked at the clouds in the sky, but the sky was filled with the image of that "boy," of course, it was just a figment of her imagination.

"That's right, to be able to defeat 'Scrap Soldiers,' this executive officer definitely isn't just a eighth seat holder."

Paimon suddenly realized what was going on and grasped the key point.

Zhao Chuan listened from the side, and smiled bitterly to himself.

What is this?

"Alright, enough chit-chat... Next, as planned, I'll use an array to teleport us to Zen Garden to find Ranger Tina. It's getting late, let's hurry."

Zhao Chuan urged him on from the side.

"Zhao Chuan, is your formation really that magical?"

Paimon, puzzled, scratched his hair and said...

"Don't worry, come and catch me."

Zhao Chuan gave an affirmative gesture and waved to the crowd, signaling them to come closer.

Then, half black and half white appeared under Zhao Chuan's feet, which shocked everyone. As the black and white merged, a warm current flowed into their bodies. Zhao Chuan put his hands together and drew circles in the air with two fingers.

A Tai Chi diagram condensed beneath their feet, instantly emitting a dazzling white light. When the white light disappeared, the group had arrived near the Zen Garden.

The long-distance teleportation left Zhao Chuan feeling dizzy.

"This is just too amazing."

Dixia was also surprised by the surrounding environment.

Just as Zhao Chuan lost his footing and was about to fall, Ying caught him from behind.

"Zhao Chuan, are you alright?"

Ying asked Zhao Chuan, who seemed to be acting strangely.

"It's nothing, I just overexerted myself."

Zhao Chuan shook his head and said.

"Hey, Zhao Chuan, are you really alright?"

Dixia noticed Zhao Chuan at this moment and said with concern.

"It's okay, you guys chat, I'm going to rest for a while."

After Zhao Chuan finished speaking, he walked to the side, sat down, and closed his eyes.

"Hey, why did you sit down?"

Paimon was even more puzzled.

"Paimon, let him rest for a bit."

Ying pulled Paimon to the other side.

At this moment, Desia and Ying were planning their scheme again.

"Thanks to Elhesen and Seno's information channels, we can confirm that Tinari is still trusted by the Council of the Church. So, we go to Tinari, persuade him to get us the latest information on 'The Doctor' and 'The Boy,' and then adjust our subsequent actions based on that information, right?"

"I'm talking," Dixia said, patting her hair.

"Yes Yes."

Paimon nodded, very affirmatively.

"Yes, there are sages' spies everywhere in the city right now, and I will accompany you as your bodyguard."

At this point, Dixia clenched her fist and patted her chest confidently.

"I never expected that Dixia would become my bodyguard."

Ying relaxed a bit and joked with Dixia.

"Haha, feel honored, don't you think? I'm not a bodyguard you can just hire anywhere, you know?"

I saw that Dixia was very confident with her hands on her hips.

"Isn't it said that mercenaries only care about money?"

Paimon raised a question.

The pleasant atmosphere of the conversation was quickly brought back to normal.

"That's what they say, but I also need to be selective about my job. How about I give you guys a discount?"

Dixia pretended to be thinking.

"How much...how much do you want? Can we afford it...?"

Paimon asked nervously, thinking, "This must be a lot. If it is, I'm afraid I'll have to eat less. No way!"

"How about a smile for me? That would be a reward."

Paimon was incredulous when he heard this, while Ying fell into deep thought.

"Hey, are you laughing?"

The words in his mouth froze, and as he recalled the past, it seemed that he really didn't laugh anymore.

"I haven't seen you look happy much lately. I thought someone like you should have a very cute smile."

"Smile, and I'll feel relieved."

Dixia offered her sincere advice.

Ying relaxed and slowly recalled her past journey, her search for the truth of this world. Exhaustion enveloped her will, and she seemed to have smiled very little. Did Dixia notice?

"Um... Desia, thank you."

Tears welled up in the corners of her eyes, and a smile full of emotion appeared on Ying's face.

"Hmm, not bad. Hopefully, this smile can be our talisman."

Dixia nodded in satisfaction.

"What are you talking about that makes you so happy?"

Zhao Chuan walked up, her long, flowing hair falling to her shoulders.

"Hey Zhao Chuan, when did you get here? Have you rested enough?"

Paimon floated over to Zhao Chuan's side and looked him over.

"I just arrived and it took a lot of effort, but I'm fine now."

Zhao Chuan had been there for a long time, though he was just saying it. When he saw Ying's smile appear before him, her adorable appearance stunned him, and he swallowed back what he wanted to say.

"Let's go, let's go inside."

Zhao Chuan pointed to the garden and said.

Then everyone entered the Zen Garden and immediately saw Tina, who was deep in thought.

"Hey, Tinari's over there, let's hurry over there."

Paimonfei spoke from the front.

"Tinari".

Paimon called out to Tinari, who was not far away.

Upon hearing Paimon's voice, Tinari turned around and looked back.

"Oh, Ying, Paimon, Mr. Zhao Chuan, and this is..."

Tina responded that she saw a strange girl asking.

"hello."

Dixia greeted her with a smile.

"This is our friend, a mercenary!"

Paimon watched as Desia introduced herself.

"Bringing mercenaries to me, hmm... this feels like something big."

Tina crossed her arms, looked at Dishia in front of her, and said in a slightly serious tone.

"Yes, there's something I'd like to ask you about."

Zhao Chuan waved his hand and said.

"Yes, yes, it's very important, you have to help us!"

Paimon echoed this.

"Then come with me."

Tina looked around and said to Zhao Chuan and the others.

They were then taken to a rest pavilion, and after checking, it was confirmed that there was no one nearby.

"Alright, let's do it here. It's quite secluded, and no one will pass by."

"Tell me, how important is it?"

Tinali looked at everyone and said.

"Have you seen the Doctor? I want to know his whereabouts."

Zhao Chuan and Ying exchanged a glance and nodded.

""PhD"?"

Tinaari fell into deep thought.

"It's that strange-looking Fatui enforcer wearing a mask! I remember he had blue hair."

Paimon described the doctor's appearance from the side.

“I know him. Coincidentally, he just left Zen Garden not long ago.”

Tina responded.

"What a coincidence?"

Dixia looked at Tinari with a questioning expression.

"I've clashed with the Doctor a few times. He's ruthless and meticulous. It's such a coincidence that he appeared here and left just before we arrived. By the way, Tinari, what's he doing here?"

Zhao Chuan walked to the side and analyzed.

"I don't know, he came to see me."

Tina responded to Zhao Chuan's conjecture.

"May I ask what's wrong? I know this is a bit sudden, but your answer is very important."

Dixia pressed for an answer.

Tinari was also a little hesitant after hearing this. The Doctor was too dangerous, and his sudden visit couldn't possibly be related to the Fools. Tinari wondered whether he should tell them or not.

“Tinari, trust us. We may not be able to tell you what we’re about to do, but Seno has joined our team. He’s already discovered some things in the Council of the Fathers.”

Zhao Chuan stretched out his hand and looked firmly at Tinali.

"Seno?"

Tinari grasped the important information. When he saw Zhao Chuan's outstretched hand, he frowned. Even Sino had been dragged into this, which showed how serious the matter was.

“Tinari…”

A voice rang out…

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