There’s no escaping it

The news of the Heaven’s Will Bureau being attacked quickly spread throughout Wufeng City, drawing a significant number of curious onlookers eager to investigate.

The branch base, now undergoing reconstruction, swiftly transformed into a popular landmark.

Each day, a throng of residents, seemingly ‘just passing by,’ could be seen outside its gates.

This constant attention left the front desk attendant so mortified that she wished she could wear a mask throughout her entire shift, just to avoid being accidentally captured in a photograph.

Online discussions regarding the incident were rife with speculation, with many drawing connections to the previous serial murder case.

It was hard not to ponder the relationship, especially since the Heaven’s Will Bureau had announced the official resolution of the serial murder case shortly after the attack on their facility.

Some speculated that the branch had inadvertently provoked a formidable opponent, leading to such a devastating outcome.

However, others challenged this notion.

They argued that the Heaven’s Will Bureau wielded influence across the entire nation, unlike organizations that might only be active in half of the Sacred Dynasty Nation.

Who, they wondered, would be so audacious as to challenge the Heaven’s Will Bureau without fear of death?

Those who countered these arguments would simply state, ‘The world is vast and full of wonders.’

Moreover, they pointed out that the facility in Wufeng City was merely a branch, not the headquarters, making its destruction considerably easier.

As the city’s guardians, the incident had indeed sparked a brief period of panic.

Yet, much like other major events in the past, it would gradually fade from public memory as the branch base underwent its renovations.

Despite the initial concern, the branch had not been utterly destroyed; it had even managed to swiftly resume operations.

This indicated that the adversary who dared to challenge them had been overestimating their own capabilities, unable to dislodge the branch from its established position in Wufeng City.

With the Heaven’s Will Bureau remaining secure, the public naturally had little left to worry about.

They understood that even if the sky were to fall, it wouldn’t be their burden to bear.

Life continued as usual, with everyone returning to their daily routines.

A substantial budget was allocated for the aftermath.

Considering that the branch had not undergone any significant renovations since its establishment, many areas still exuded a dated aura.

Consequently, a considerable portion of the funds was dedicated to thoroughly modernizing the base.

Indeed, the newly refurbished base was undeniably refreshing, appearing far more contemporary and professional.

This was Mù Qīngyǔ’s immediate impression upon her return to the facility.

Donning a baseball cap and sunglasses, she meticulously surveyed her surroundings upon entering the main doors.

She noticed that even the most inconspicuous corners were adorned with lush green ornamental plants, making the entire lobby feel significantly brighter and more inviting.

The transformation, occurring within a mere few days, was remarkably swift.

It was evident that the power of a Spirit Wielder had been instrumental in achieving such a rapid overhaul.

The front desk attendant, seeing Mù Qīngyǔ’s disguised appearance, instantly tensed up, fearing she was yet another unwelcome visitor.

“Hello, how may I assist you?”
“I’m here to see Féng Yè.”
“He called me.”
“Oh, certainly.”
“You must be the Branch Head’s guest.”

Féng Yè had already informed the front desk attendant of her arrival.

Thus, after simply notifying Féng Yè’s office via the desk phone, the attendant smiled and respectfully saw Mù Qīngyǔ off.

Watching her silhouette disappear into the elevator, the front desk attendant couldn’t help but murmur softly.

‘Could that be the esteemed expert who saved our branch?’

Once inside the elevator, Mù Qīngyǔ finally removed her sunglasses, exhaling a long, weary breath.

Having to conceal her appearance on such a hot day, maintaining caution every step of the way, had truly left her drenched in sweat.

She had even used a disguise spell, yet still felt compelled to add another layer of concealment.

Perhaps it was because the result of her painstaking transformation turned out to be more striking than her original looks.

She felt like a chocolate candy wrapped in multiple layers, on the verge of melting.

Ding-dong.

Mù Qīngyǔ once again found herself in Féng Yè’s office.

He had already prepared to receive an honored guest, and the smile on his face deepened considerably upon seeing her.

“I am truly delighted that Master Qín could grace us with your presence.”
“I trust my staff didn’t cause you any trouble?”
“No, no one recognized me along the way.”

Mù Qīngyǔ took off her baseball cap, smoothing her long black hair, which was tied into a high ponytail.

A thin sheen of sweat glistened on her slender neck.

The reason for adding disguise upon disguise was her previous carelessness.

After defeating Ren Qi and rescuing the trapped Heaven’s Will Bureau employees, Mù Qīngyǔ’s figure had been unknowingly photographed and posted online.

Soon, discussions about the ‘great hero who saved the Heaven’s Will Bureau’ proliferated across the internet, instantly making Mù Qīngyǔ a household name in Wufeng City.

She only discovered her newfound fame the day after, which sent her into hiding in a hotel for several days.

During that time, she continuously used external objects to obscure her true appearance, lest zealous netizens uncover her location.

She had also received an invitation from Féng Yè, undoubtedly an expression of gratitude for her assistance to the Heaven’s Will Bureau.

Without her, not only Féng Yè and Xǔ Tiānlí, but also the employees evacuated to the bunker would have suffered greatly.

At that point, the Wufeng City branch would have been utterly annihilated, and the entire city would have plunged into chaos until a new branch could be established.

“Perhaps such matters are trivial to a master, but having personally experienced it, I have no desire for such a disaster to recur,” Féng Yè continued.
“Though it’s been several days, I still wish to express my heartfelt thanks to you, Master.”
“Ah, yes, no problem.”

Seeing her remarkably calm reaction, Féng Yè couldn’t help but marvel once more.

A master truly lived up to their title; fame and reputation were but fleeting clouds in her eyes.

When the news about Master Qín Yuè first spread online, Féng Yè initially thought she might seize the opportunity to announce her existence to the world, a common practice among many high-profile Spirit Wielders.

However, Master Qín Yuè was clearly not one for such vulgar displays.

At the peak of public fervor, she chose to vanish, only reappearing once the excitement had sufficiently cooled.

‘Is this what it means to be indifferent to fame and fortune?’

‘A master’s realm is truly profound,’ Féng Yè thought, even feeling ashamed for having entertained such mundane thoughts himself.

While the Branch Head was lost in self-reproach, Mù Qīngyǔ’s thoughts were drifting in various directions.

Having so many things unfold consecutively, she felt as if she was now in a precarious situation.

With the modern internet being so developed and the events in Wufeng City causing such a stir, not only local residents but likely people in surrounding cities were now aware of her existence.

‘Will this reach Father’s ears?’

‘No, he shouldn’t connect this matter to his daughter, at least not yet.’

Mù Qīngyǔ still had a chance.

As long as she maintained the mystique of this identity and prevented her true self from being discovered, she wouldn’t be dragged back by the Four Sacred Courts.

‘Hmm, does this mean I really have to act pompous whenever I meet someone from now on?’

‘Even if the other person is a true expert?’

Just thinking about it made her want to laugh and cry simultaneously.

Her initial intention, after all, had merely been to cling to the protagonist’s coattails.