Dan Chen eventually got a week's leave, and Jun Youguang even extended it by two days to ensure he was in good health before allowing him back to work.
"Sister You Ran, why haven't you left?"
Dan Chen suddenly remembered this. His mission was complete, so shouldn't Qin Youran and the others have returned to the capital?
"We're waiting for you."
Jun Ci revealed a mysterious smile.
Not long after, Dan Chen received a call from Jun Youguang.
"A mission? Are we going to the capital on a business trip?"
"Not exactly. The mission location is actually in Suzhou, but the content of the mission is a bit complicated and requires you to come to the capital to hand over some information."
"Okay."
His rest was over, and Dan Chen had no complaints about the new assignment. On the contrary, he felt fortunate that he could earn money again.
For this trip to the capital, he only brought Yan Qiuren with him, as they would have to return later.
"Will you also return to Suzhou to complete the mission with me then?"
Dan Chen asked curiously.
"I will stay in the capital. Ah Ci and Nan Yuan will return with you," Qin Youran smiled.
"Sister You Ran's abilities are not suited for combat. It's safest for her to stay in the capital."
Dan Chen remained silent. He knew how incredible Qin Youran's ability was – foresight. Her decision to stay in the capital was partly because she wasn't good at combat, but more likely, she wanted to conceal her ability. If her ability were known to others, or even to the evil gods, it would bring a great disaster upon her.
As soon as they disembarked, the group rushed to the Capital Spirit Hunter Guild. On the way, they even encountered Chen Ao, who, unfortunately, had been demoted by Jun Youguang for being lazy and was now just a general laborer.
Chen Ao's face turned green upon seeing Dan Chen and Jun Ci.
"Pfft— Does he know you're Bai Xiaohei?"
"Of course! I told him the first thing!" Jun Ci chuckled, patting his chest vigorously as if proud of having tricked Chen Ao.
Dan Chen couldn't help but smile.
"You're here?"
In the office, Jun Youguang and Qin Youliang were handling documents. They put down their work upon seeing Dan Chen.
"Your contributions to the 'Grand Feast' were invaluable. Your rewards have been deposited into your accounts. Did you receive them?"
Dan Chen nodded, feeling a pang in his heart.
The entire million yuan had been returned to Wu Suowei; he hadn't kept a single cent.
"We've also had people clear out that other city. The beach in the southern district of Suzhou is absolutely safe now. Dan Chen, you can visit it if you have time in the future."
Dan Chen's mouth twitched. He probably wouldn't want to go there again in his lifetime.
"Regarding the mission, please have a seat first."
Qin Youliang drew the curtains and installed jammers in the four corners of the room. This action made Dan Chen frown.
"Uncle Liang, this is the office of the President of the Capital Spirit Hunter Guild Headquarters. Do you think someone would eavesdrop?"
"That's not necessarily true. It's better to be cautious, as the importance of this individual far exceeds your imagination."
Qin Youliang's expression was serious, and the others dared not joke around.
"Dan Chen, when I first received this mission, I wasn't planning on sending you. Considering your physical condition, however, the complexity and peculiarity of this mission force me to assign it to you."
Dan Chen smiled. "Uncle Guang, stop beating around the bush. What is the mission?"
Jun Youguang took a deep breath.
"This mission concerns a legendary figure!"
"What?"
"The Unwavering Sword Saint, Mi Jun, Mi Buwei!"
"Sword Saint?!"
Upon hearing this title, Jun Ci and Qin Nan Yuan let out exclamations in unison. Even Dan Chen almost forgot to manage his facial expression.
Mi Jun? Isn't that Mi Xue'er's father?!
"That's right! The Sword Saint. Here is his biography. Take a look for yourselves."
Jun Youguang handed over a document.
Before he had even finished reading halfway, Dan Chen felt his throat grow dry.
This person absolutely deserved the title of legend!
"Dan Chen, you shouldn't be unfamiliar with this person."
Jun Youguang said meaningfully.
"Captain, you know him?"
Dan Chen sighed and explained the relationship between Mi Xue'er and Mi Jun.
"There's this connection too?"
"No wonder..." Qin Youran's eyes sharpened. When she saw Mi Xue'er's swordsmanship, she felt that such a mature, sharp, and arrogant style of swordplay was something a young girl couldn't possibly have devised. Now, it seemed it was likely left to her by her father, Mi Jun.
"No wonder her swordsmanship is so terrifying," Qin Nan Yuan exclaimed.
Jun Youguang nodded. "Exactly. In my opinion, Mi Xue'er's absorption ability is extremely strong. So far, she has inherited the first five forms of the Unwavering Sword Technique. As for the latter five forms, she probably hasn't had time to learn them yet. That's not important, but I require you to bring her on this mission!"
"That's no problem. Xue'er and the others will be on summer vacation soon. If possible, I'd like to bring Qin Ze along too."
"Alright."
"Uncle Guang, you've said so much, but what exactly is the mission?"
Jun Youguang looked at Qin Youliang, who, understanding his intent, pulled a letter from his pocket.
"According to an anonymous tip from this person, Mi Jun appears to be alive. His last known location was a restaurant in Suzhou."
"Alive?"
Dan Chen took the envelope.
"Yes, not only is he alive, but it seems he's still traveling the country, eliminating sea monsters."
Frankly, Dan Chen didn't quite believe it.
Because even Wu Suowei had told him personally.
Mi Buwei was dead!
However, the envelope also contained a photograph. The photo was new, looking freshly developed. It showed a man's profile. The man appeared to be in his thirties or forties, with a handsome face and sharp, eagle-like eyes, clearly not an ordinary person.
Dan Chen felt it was necessary to take this photo back to Zhong Yu for identification, even though it might be cruel.
"Your mission is to find him."
"A combatant like Mi Buwei is a national treasure to our Spirit Hunter Guild. With his participation, I believe sea monsters and even apostles will no longer be a cause for fear," Qin Youliang said with a sigh.
Dan Chen nodded.
"I understand."
He returned to Suzhou with Yan Qiuren, Jun Ci, and Qin Nan Yuan and immediately found Wu Suowei.
"What did you say?"
"That's impossible."
Wu Suowei frowned, a rare occurrence, and took the photograph.
"I can only say that the resemblance is exact. Whether it's the same person remains to be discussed."
Wu Suowei shook his head and returned the photograph to Dan Chen.
"Why is it impossible? What if he faked his death?"
Wu Suowei shook his head again, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
This person is definitely not Mi Buwei!